WM Events and Peachtree Tents & Events Win at NACE Design Trends

Congratulations to the Peachtree Tents and Events Table Top at the NACE Design Trends competition and the Bridal Extravaganza. Held at 200 Peachtree this past Sunday and Monday, the event was a major success. We partnered with Peachtree Tents and Events, Dwayne Bass with his innovative Rubblox furniture, Christian Ruffin at One Stop Productions, and Dee Lane Eades at Graceful Tables to make a lively table covered in moss, succulents, ferns, and other greenery. Mixing a stainless steel table, an antique barn door, rubber furniture, and lots of living plants was an inventive twist that added visual and textural interest. Tell us what you think in the comments below!

Warehouse Setup at Peachtree Tents and Events NACE Design Trends WM Events William Fogler Designer Atlanta

Preparing the Table at 200 Peachtree Atlanta Georgia WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and Events

Finished Product NACE Design Trends WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and Events

Custom Bar and Barn Door Backdrop Succulent WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and Events

Table Setting NACE Design Trends WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and Events

Up Right Pole Covering NACe Detail Photo WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and Events      Up Right Pole Covering NACE Detail Photo WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and EventsLiving Table NACE Design Trends WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and Events

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Bridal Extravaganza Best Gallery Table Top WM Events William Fogler Peachtree Tents and Events

-William Fogler
WM Events

TEA WEEK: Special-TEA Infusers to Love

Fall is all around, and even here in the South, it’s time to warm up with a warm cup of your favorite tea. So we’re proclaiming this TEA WEEK in honor of that unique drink served hot or cold, but always with a side of comfort. Now, rather than just reaching for those old bags in your pantry, why not spice it up with a special blend of loose leaves to create a unique taste for those buds? Well, no matter your preference, we’ve got some interesting infusers that are sure to flavor your cup of tea in just the right way. Did we mention they’re environmentally friendly as well? Below are our top picks. Share your thoughts in the comment section!

1. Sharky via Toxel

Sharky Tea Infuser WM Events William Fogler

2. Tea Leaf via Woot Finger Tips

Growing Seedling Plant Tea Infuser WM Events

3. Tea Bag via Like Cool

Stainless Steel Tea Bag Tea Infuser WM Events William Fogler

4. Submarine via The Teatropolitan Times

Submarine Loose Tea Infuser WM Events William Fogler

 

5. Armed with Technology via ModCloth

Armed With Technology Robot Tea Infuser

6. Rubber Duckie via Steamy Kitchen

Rubber Duck Floating Tea Infuser WM Events William Fogler

-Wiliam Fogler
WM Events

150 Posts on the WM Events Blog!

Guess what!?! This article marks our 150th blog post!!! How exciting? It’s been a fun and interesting road. With great comments from our readers, excellent advice for your parties, and innovative products to try, the WM Events blog is here to please. We’ve been through so much together and hope to experience so much more with all our readers. We laughed. We cried. We drank milk. So, without any further ado, here are a few of our favorite blog posts over the years. Leave comments below about your favorite post or what you would like to see us talk about. Enjoy!

1. Behind The Scenes In Las Vegas With WM Events

WM Events Blog William Fogler Behind The Scenes In Las Vegas

2. WM Events Top 10 Denver, Colorado Venues

WM Events Blog William Fogler Top Ten Denver, Colorado Venues

3. Spicy and Sweet Irene’s Pepper Jelly

WM Events Blog William Fogler Spicy and Sweet Irene's Pepper Jelly

4. Composting For A Greener Lifestyle

WM Events Blog William Fogler Composting For A Greener Lifestyle

5. Gift Basket Inspiration Fall Colors

WM Events Blog William Fogler Gift Basket Inspiration Fall Colors

-William Fogler
WM Events

Garden Week: Plantable Seed Paper

Plantable paper is a type of eco-friendly paper made from recycled materials with seeds actually lodged in the fiber of the paper. How it works: after planting the paper in your vessel or the ground itself, the seeds will sprout while the paper degrades into the soil. So at the end of the day, you’ve got your flowers, herbs or vegetables without any waste. Companies like Botanical PaperWorks create wonderful solutions to your plantable paper needs. They were kind enough to let us use their pictures below.

Papermakers have been producing paper including seeds in the United States since as far back as 1941, but international papermakers have practiced seed inclusion in paper for centuries. Commonly used for stationery, invitations, and decorative wraps, sprouting seed paper has enjoyed a resurgence of popularity in the United States recently. Seed paper has traditionally been handmade in smaller batches and is often made-to-order for clients. A wide variety of flower, vegetable, and tree seeds can also be used in seed paper for decorative effect.

We love it, of course, because of the eco-friendliness and design possibilities. A orange carrot-shaped card filled with carrot seeds, anyone? Or what about including seeds from the flowers in your bouquet in the thank you card after your wedding? Readers, can you think of a great way to use seed paper at your next event? Share in the comments below.

 

Plantable Paper Stationary Card WM Events


Recyclable Seed Paper Growing WM Events

Plantable Paper Growing in Vase WM Events

-William Fogler
WM Events

Garden Week at WM Events: SeedBallz

We’re kicking off Garden Week to celebrate all things horticulture at WM Events. And first up on the agenda is a fun and quirky alternative to a plain packets of seeds from Home Depot: SeedBallz. These spheres are packed with a blend of rich organic humus, a whole packet of seeds, and clay to offer you a new way to grow wildflowers and herbs. What’s even better is that the company has partnered with developmentally disabled workers and created an innovative and therapeutic opportunity for their employees.

Many of the SeedBallz include a variety of seeds in one ball; some annual, some perennial. They don’t need to be thinned, and will come back once they are established and allowed to re-seed. These SeedBallz, which come in 15 varieties, are perfect for producing clusters of flowers and herbs in one area. The basil mix, for example has 4 different varieties that are sure to add some spice to your cooking.

A great branding scheme, a noble business plan, and an innovative product make SeedBallz an excellent party favor.

SeedBallz Product Packaging WM EventsSeedBallz Closeup WM Events

 

-William Fogler
WM Events

Cultivating Mushrooms Indoors and Out

A trend gaining momentum in gardening and cuisine these days is ready-to-grow fungus kits. The entire kingdom can basically be grown in your backyard or on your counter top. With companies like Fungi Perfecti, Earth’s Tongue, and GMushrooms, growing your own fungi has never been easier- you basically just add water! You can buy one of these Mushroom Culitivation Kits which range from $18 to $40, depending on the variety and size. You can even recycle and compost the indoor kits because they grow in organic substrates like wood chips or sawdust. So the next time you need the perfect ingredient for your favorite recipe, or the cure for cancer, (or just want to look at something pretty) pick that fungi out of the ground and dig in!

Mushroom Kit WM Events

Mushroom Cultivation Kit Outside WM Events

-William Fogler
WM Events

The Chelsea Garden Party Is Royally Amazing!

The Royal Horticulture Society really knows how to throw a garden party! The Chelsea Flower Show, an annual event is held at the Royal Hospital Chelsea and party of London’s summer social season, began on Tuesday and ends on Saturday.

Celebrating the 149th anniversary of the show, the designers this year have really pushed the envelope creating a replica of a Thai Temple using over 100,000 blooms that took 800 people 33 days to complete! Hanging and vertical gardens made an appearance as well as Dame Helen Mirren who unveiled a new hybrid Nepenthes named in her honor.

The sculptures, flowers, and awards make the Chelsea Flowers Show a must-see. Add it to your bucket list!

Chelsea Flower Show Elephant WM EventsDetails At Chelsea Flower Show WM EventsHanging Garden Chelsea Flower Show WM EventsHelen Mirren At RHS Show WM EventsVirtical Gardens At RHS Chelsea Flower Show WM EventsPink Roses at Royal Horticulture Society Chelsea Flower Show WM Events

-William Fogler
WM Events

Events Under The Microscope – Oasis Foam

Today we’re trading in our Prada sunglasses for laboratory goggles- you know, for that scientific look! Planning parties that have that unmistakable wow factor rely on a lot of physics, chemistry, and biology. This is the first post in a series on the science behind planning parties, and today we’re studying oasis!

Oasis Molucular Structure WM Events

Created by Smithers-Oasis in 1954, floral foam is a  spongy,  green, water-absorbing foam that provides support and nutrients for live floral arranging. Readily available at craft and gardening stores everywhere, it usually comes in simple shapes like bricks or spheres, but can be easily carved into different configurations depending on the usage. Oasis is biologically structured very much like real flowers in that it has capillaries that pull water to the surface and upwards. This action is crucial for plants and flowers to receive the nutrients they need, and is more effective than submersing the stems in water alone. For example, a stem inserted 1″ into a 4″ piece of floral foam is actually increasing the length of the stem by 3″. Amazingly, one brick can hold a full 2 quarts or more than 40 times its weight in water!

Oasis Floral Foam Brick and Sphere WM Events

However, there are also environmental factors one should take into consideration before using oasis. Always be conscious of not wasting the floral foam, because it is not easily reusable and can contain damaging chemicals. If you can, find ways to avoid using items like oasis that are tossed out after an event, adding to the landfill. At our fabulous organic wedding in Boulder, we arranged florals in vintage silver containers and used floral tape rather than synthetic foam. Make your party the oasis!

And now for your pop quiz- kidding! Leave comments in the section below, or link to pictures of your awesome floral arrangements!

Eco Friendly Solution to Oasis WM Events

-William Fogler
WM Events

New Ideas To Have An Urban Gardening Party

After our recent post on urban garden inspiration, we keep finding other incredible ideas that focus on bringing the country to the city. First, here’s a system that is both stylish and utilitarian. Urbio has created a modular system of attaching plants to your wall with magnetic pucks and tiles that accommodate two sizes of eco-pots using neodymium magnets. These magnets are strong enough to keep the plants on the wall, but can be removed with a firm tug, so you can water the plants under the sink (pumice at the bottom of the pot absorbs the excess). We love the idea of rearranging your garden as easily as the art on your walls.

Urbio Wall WM EventsUrbio Wallmount WM Events

We also found this amazing picture that shows that with a little DIY Love you can transform the most ordinary of things into an amazing object d’art. Found in the back of any hardware store or mini mall, shipping pallets can easily be converted into furniture, or apparently, gardens! Simply line the pallet with a fabric or container to house whatever plants, herbs, or veggies you want. You can prop your garden up on your balcony, or line your garden with them for even more space. WM Events loves to re-purpose and up-cycle- especially in an unexpected way.

Pallet Garden WM Events

How have you incorporated a fresh patch of green into your urban life? Let us know in the comments below!!

-William
WM Events

Patrick Blanc and His Gravity Defying Gardens

Earlier this week, we mentioned French vertical garden designer (read: genius) Patrick Blanc and his amazing work. Today, we thought we would show you some more of his beautiful work. But how does it work? Using a metal frame against a load-bearing wall, a framework of PVC pipe and layers of polyamide felt deliver water and nutrients to the vertically grown plants in a closed circuit system. Patrick Blanch has showcased his work in public and private spaces world wide. The following are our favorite spaces. What are yours? Comment below!

1.Pont Max Juvenal, Aix en Provence
Pont Max Juvenal, Aix en Provence WM Events

2. Drew School, San Francisco
Drew School, San Francisco WM Events

3. Pershing Hall Hotel, Paris
Pershing Hall Hotel, Paris WM Events

4. Marche de Halles, Avignon
Marche de Halles, Avignon WM Events

5. Qantas Lounge, Sydney
Qantas Lounge, Sydney WM Events

-William Fogler
WM Events

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