Team Photo Shoot

For some time, we've been trying to get the team together for a photo shoot for the new and improved website! Our first attempt was in May, but rain cancelled our hopes since I thought the Georgetown waterfront would make for fun pictures. Two months later, we had beautiful (albeit extremely HOT) weather for a shoot with the fabulous Charlotte Sellmyer of Charlotte Leigh Photography. Charlotte has a wonderful way of making you feel comfortable and is a great director when you're wondering what to do with your hands and how to point your feet.


For those of you that haven't already, meet our team of fabulous ladies! From left, Christy, Karla, Kristen and me, Kelley. Yes, I know- that is a lot of K's and C's.













Cupcake stop- Baked & Wired- YUM!



I'm so thankful to have Karla, Kristen and Christy on my team! The energy, creativity and hard work they put into each event to make it special for our clients is so rewarding for me. I love my job and I love my team!

Nairi's Bridal Shower

Earlier in June, we posted about Inspiration Boards and used the one that Karla had created as her inspiration for Nairi's Bridal Tea as the example. As promised, here are the pictures from the actual shower. I love the way Karla pulled together all the details at the Tea and I think it's a really good depiction of the board- what do you guys think?
Pictures by Laurie Bracewell Photography

Mira & James: Rust Manor House

Christy and I had the pleasure of working with Mira & James on their May 23rd wedding at Rust Manor House in Leesburg, VA. Unfortunately, Mother Nature decided not to cooperate with their original plans (an outdoor wedding followed by a tented reception), so we quickly transitioned and ended up moving the ceremony and reception into the Manor House. Even though we had to go to Plan B, it didn't take away from the beauty of the decor or the amazing love that Mira & James shared with their guests on that day.

Thank you to Laura Louis at Three Lights Photography for the incredible shots. Thankfully, the rain went away later in the day and Laura was able to capture the beautiful outdoor setting that Rust Manor has to offer. The flowers were provided by Carly Johnson at Affordable Arrangements and featured pink spray roses and hypericum berries for the bridesmaids bouquets and centerpieces. String duo for the ceremony music was provided by Perfect Harmony Stings.

Things we love: Easy Idea Boards!

As your event planning unfolds, you no doubt find inspiration everywhere you turn. Your location, the season it takes place in, your favorite colors, architectural characteristics of the venue, pictures on blogs or in magazines....the list goes on.

Putting all your finds together in an Inspiration Board is a great way to focus your ideas and share them with your friends and vendors. However, if you're not overly tech-savvy (like me!) you probably feel that it's something too difficult to mess with. Definitely not true! Big Huge Labs created Mosaic Maker which now makes this an easy option for anyone.

Log onto the site choose a layout and start uploading your pictures! You can also change your pictures as you change your mind(which will likely happen a lot before all is said and done!)

Attached is the work of the very talented Karla Mitchell, a Kelley Cannon Events consultant. Karla is planning a bridal tea for a client of ours later this month. The initial inspiration came from the invitations (center) from Wiley Valentine. She then contacted Lisa Jennings from Social-o-logy to create the adorable accessories that give a nod to Alice in Wonderland. I can't wait to see how it all comes together. I will be sure to post pictures on the blog later this month.

Good luck with trying a board of your own!

Our New Name!

For some time, we've been saying that some changes are on the way. It's been an interesting transition and there were a few bumps along the way, but we're now ready to introduce Kelley Cannon Events properly! Formerly Pink Pineapple Events, Kelley Cannon Events still has the same staff and the same mission- to help you perfectly execute your next special event!

We're excited for all that KCE has in store, so please keep in touch as we continue to grow!

Friday's Sneak Peek at the Corcoran Ball by Occasions Caterers

On Friday, we were invited by Occasions Caterers to go to The Corcoran Museum of Art to preview the different rooms that would make up the 55th Annual Corcoran Ball. Topping over 800 guests, this Museum is transformed into different themed rooms, showing off amazing decor and florals. Since Tim Gunn was the Guest of Honor, the top floor was themed with different Project Runway style tables, with fabric bought from Mood, of course! I'm sure Tim approved of the way Occasions and their team "made it work."

Smitten Sticks- how cute are these!?

I'm a sucker for fun props in wedding and party photos. So, you can imagine my delight when I found Smitten Sticks. Developed by a wedding photographer and a paper designer, these adorable sticks with lips and mustaches (or Moostaches, as my friend Anthony calls them) are perfect additions to your event. Try leaving them inside of a photobooth or near a polaroid guest-book. At only $35/kit (you can order on Etsy), these are a fun, economical way to add some flair to your photos.

http://www.smittensticks.com/