Pittsburgh's South Asian Bridal Show at the Omni William Penn!

(Backdated to March 27, 2013)

Pittsburgh Event Lighting  and Peacock Creations Event Design merged for vendor presence at Pittsburgh's South Asian Bridal Show. Tonight we debuted  our new rentable mandap while featuring colorful and dramatic uplighting! The show was spectacular with so many talented and resourceful businesses. Taj Mahal's and Tamarind's  food was delicious!!! Thank you Erin Calvimontes of Divine Celebrations  for inviting us to participate!

 

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Come to Pittsburgh's South Asian Bridal Show on March 27th!

(Backdated to March 2013)

Omni William Penn Hotel

530 William Penn Place ~ Pittsburgh, PA ~ 15219

Wednesday March 27, 2013 from 5:30 -9:30

Ugadi Function! (Indian New Year)

(Backdated to Apr 11, 2013)

Today I celebrated the Indian New Year, Ugadi as I assisted Manga and her ladies in her home! I got so many compliments on my sari (apparently I wrapped it just like the movie stars did in the old days). I had a few wardrobe adjustments as they showed me other, more practical ways to wrap my sari. So much fun! The food was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! Look at those desserts!

 

My Sari was purchased at Shingar in Monroeville, PA. Thanks Romi!

www.shingarusa.com

Luncheon for the Ladies!

(Backdated to Jan 15, 2013)

Today I assisted Usha at her home for a homemade luncheon for her ladies! Everyone was so nice and the food was amazing! I truly enjoyed my day with them.

Sindu's and Shawn's Hindu Wedding at SV Temple!

(Backdated to June 29, 2012)

This is a wedding I set up and decorated for, as the materials were already purchased by my client. The table for 2 was set for the bride and groom with the mandap as a backdrop. White lights and tulle fabric covered the bottom of the mandap for an illuminated effect.

 

Instead of seeing a plain, ugly wall behind the food table, blue fabric was hung as a backdrop. White lights twinkled from underneath while fresh lotus flowers dangled amongst. A trio of blue paper lanterns adorned with beading hung directly over the the table as a decorative focal point. Glitter "squiggles" and coral colored silk lotus flowers added to this simple but embellishing display.

 

The centerpieces purchased by my client were ethnic and elegant. A flameless candle glowed within each. A gold embossed place board and blue gems completed the centerpiece.

 

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Wedding Reception at Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium!

(Backdated to July 20, 2012)

 The Bride's bouquet was designed by merging two designs she found online. Blue/purple dendrobiums (orchids) and peacock feathers spilled from the center of her bouquet. Ivory roses, green Cymbidium (orchids) and pink ranunculus was constructed as the base.

 

12 floral centerpieces towered each table. The 26 inch clear vase was filled with water and a blue submersible light to add to the aquatic setting. The flowers consisted of ivory stock, blue/purple dendrobium (orchids), pink ranunculus, ivory mini roses, pink mini roses and seeded eucalyptus.

 

 

Lining the front edge of the bridal table were petals and flower heads. Jars and glassware supported the tea light candles creating a reflective image.

 

(Photographed by Kevin Chan)

 

 

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Baratha Natya Arangetram! (Classical Indian Dance Debut)

(Backdated to June 23, 2012)

The mission for this function was to transform a dull, colorless, sterile high school cafeteria into a dining area for 350 guests to enjoy. Cut branches and paper lanterns dangled from the ceiling, fresh bamboo stood within the table groupings, embossed metallic foils were used as table coverings and 70 centerpieces decorated the table. Each of the 70 centerpieces were unique and different. Colored glass vases were used, topped with a fresh hydrangea flower. A faux (silk) orchid stem added height, drama and contrasting color to complete the creation.

 

This was a large area to transform! Above each table grouping (16 total), I hung large branches cut from my tree (it needed trimmed anyway!). Then, I hung and staggered 7 paper lanterns within each branch. The end result created a vision texture, nature, color and uniqueness.

 

The entrance to the dining area after the performance displayed 2 dress forms. It was a great presentation of some of her previous dance attire and made an authentic decorative statement.

 

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Paritosh's and Michelle's Hindu Wedding at SV Temple!

(Backdated to April 15, 2012)

The overall image of this mandap was to showcase colorful flowers, and lots of them! The four gold pillars were dressed with long swags of fresh flowers. I made each floral swag which were constructed with clusters of crysanthemus, carnations, alstroemeria, boronia heather, seeded eucalyptus and peacock feathers.

 

This was a small, intimate wedding with an Indian groom and American bride. Instead of using separate round tables, adjoining rectangular tables were used. This way, the guests (American and Indian) would all sit TOGETHER, symbolizing the joining of families and ethnic backgrounds.I imagined the table settings being colorful and exotic. Centered on the tables were colored glass vases and containers with all the same flowers and peacock feathers used on the mandap. An Indian motif fabric was photocopied and used as a placemat to add color and pattern for a completed look. 

 

The bride and groom had a modest budget to work within. Instead of ordering their garlands, I made them with fugi mums.

 

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Baby's First Birthday Celebration at SV Temple!

(Backdated to March 18, 2012)

During this event, the simple, elegant and festive request was created in several ways. The mandap was draped with an antiqued gold broque satin. The gold and teal color theme was continued with the trio of balloons in each upper corner. Mini teal round metallic beads hung in the front center. The foundation of the 12 tables were created with gold synthetic table coverings. A teal with gold metallic speckled fabric was hand cut and used as the overlay. 5 balloons - 2 gold, 2 teal and 1 blue - was used as the centerpiece. Sparkling blue glitter tulle nested with the balloon cluster as a subtle elegant touch.

 

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Handmade Table Cloths for SV Temple Function!

(Backdated to March 11, 2012)

12 round table cloths were a focal point of decor for this celebration. I selected over 25 prints, patterns and colors to be mixed among the tables. Each cloth was hand made (with the help of my sewing machine) with 4 different patterns per cloth. Each cloth was original and not one table cloth was exactly duplicated.

 

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Baby's First Birthday at SV Temple!

(Backdated to Jan 7, 2012)

This ceremonial garland was a last minute creation needed for my client's grandson's first brithday. Using mini carnations, I constructed the garland alternating colors of red, pink, orange and yellow. I think it weighed more than the child!

Dipayan's and Angela's Wedding!

(Backdated to July 23, 2011)

Little did I know when Dipayan and Angela hired me to execute their decorative vision for their wedding, that it would become my business niche! While I did not design the decor, I was responsible for decorating and coordinating for their very special day. What a wonderful celebration it was!