We are truly floored and inspired by all of the feedback we have received on the name change and the new direction of the company. We are so glad you likie because we do too!

We decided that we wanted to give one lucky reader an ellyB care package. Of course we searched for just the right gift and even purchased a duplicate for us to keep as well (hey we love gifts too!). We are truly humbled to not only have you as a reader but to have you as a partner on our journey.

This giveaway is open to all of our readers. Whether you are a current or future client, wedding pro, family members, pretty much anyone.  No one is exempt from care here at ellyB.

Ok now on to the good stuff! Here is what is included in an ellyB care package:

Every girl needs to maintain healthy nails and toes. Let’s face it you cannot be stylish without it! For the times you cannot make it to the salon or would like to do a treatment in your own home, this SpaLuxe kit from Sharper Image is for you (relationship tip – let your companion be your technician for the day).

In the SpaLuxe package you can find a manicure and pedicure set, massaging foot spa and a warm paraffin bath.

Next up you will need to make sure your feet and hands are lotion well. We have included hand and body bath and lotion with some cozy socks to keep in the moisture.

Once you get beautified and oiled. It is time to really relax with a soothing cup of green tea.

Now what? You are all warm and toasty with a good cup of tea waiting for relaxation to kick in.  Time for some chick flix!

We are also giving away a brand new copy of Wedding Crashers and Monster-in-Law for you to watch in your relaxation mode.

Want the ellyB care package? All you will need to do is leave a comment letting us know why you would like to relax and unwind. A winner will be chosen at random.  Contest ends Sunday December 6, 2009 at 11:59 PM EST.

Good luck!

We have great news to share!

As some of you may remember you can now find our Ask a Planner section in the new Atlanta Occasions magazine. For those of you that are not local, have no fear we will be hosting your weekly questions on the Atlanta Occasions blog. Be sure to check out this week’s topic on Mixologists. Send all of your questions to ask@atlantaoccasions.com. We will get your answers posted ASAP!

Also for our NY clientele we have an amazing contest going with the phenomenal Love More Photo by Arek along with Le Ink Coquette. This contest has tons of goodies in store so head over and submit your info.

We get so excited to learn of fun giveaways. When Le Ink Coquette informed us of their giveaway not only opened to current brides but anyone! Owner Eve Cruz has taken her paper and ink to a unique dose of goodness. Here are some of her beauties which she affectionately calls her little coquettes:

Just click here, subscribe to the blog, leave a comment letting Eve know why you would like some Coquette in your life and enter a chance to win menu’s, table numbers, wine bottle labels or if your already married, Mr. and Mrs. Calling cards.

I am so excited to announce that everyone that responded to our first giveaway has won tickets to Shecky’s Girls Night out with this out of the world goodie bag! Just shoot me an email to eliana at byyoursideevents dot com with your name and we will add you to the list ASAP.

Michelle

Sassy

Christy

Jess

Cure Your Recession Depression at Shecky’s Girls Night Out!

Economy got you down? Grab your BFF’s and de-stress at Shecky’s Girls Night Out – the only event where you can sip delicious complimentary cocktails, grab chic fashions at amazing prices, sample new products and score free swag inside Shecky’s Famous Goodie Bag – all under one roof!

Date: Wed.-Thu., May6th – 7th, 2009
Time: 5pm – 10pm
Place: The Biltmore Ballrooms
817 W. Peachtree St. (5th & 6th Sts.)

General Admission Tickets: FREE For Shecky’s Insiders! (Insiders are subscribers to Sheckys.com)
Famous Goodie Bag Tickets: $15 Limited Time Offer (was $25) | $35 at the Door

For details and tickets, please visit: here

Shecky’s girls night out swag bag is one of the biggest with real goodies I have ever seen. We are so excited to give away three goodie bag tickets for you and a friend. Just leave a comment as to why you need a girls night out! Contest closes on Monday April 27, 2009. We will randomly pick a winner on April 30, 2009.

We found about the amazing concept She Just Got Married brings to the industry in one of our previous posts. She just got married brings to us a fab new contest:

One of my dearest friends Candice from Jubilee Events is giving one lucky couple a Full Service Planning Coordination Package. Candice is the one of the top planners in the CT area. Take a look at her blog and enter, you never know you might win.

Here are the contest rules and information:

I’m really excited to announce that Jubilee Events is holding our first contest where a deserving Connecticut couple will win a Full Planning Package! Lately I have been hearing many touching stories of couples meeting some resistance and unique challenges as they plan their wedding. During a meeting last week with Lori of Florein Southbury we talked about life and business and the topic of paying it forward came up. I’ve always been a strong believer and try to live by the philosophy as much as possible. After our meeting I was so inspired, and felt compelled to help a deserving couple and their family plan their wedding.

To enter the contest is simple:

In one thousand (1,000) words or less, please tell me (via email: candice@eventjubilee.com) about your unique love story and the challenges that you have met while planning your wedding. Due to the nature of availability I ask all participates to email me prior to submitting your essay with your wedding date. I want to make sure I am available! Along with your essay, please also be sure to include:

– Both of your full names
– Your evening contact information
– Your current location
– A picture of you both

The contest is open from Monday, October 26, 2008 – Monday, November 24, 2008 and the winner will be announced December 1st. Your wedding must be in 2009 or 2010 and in Connecticut. There are no other stipulations to our contest! The winner will be chosen by myself and my staff and will receive Jubilee’s Full Planning Package with a few generous extras.

Our Full Planning package is full of unique services such as vendor recommendations / selections, design and detail development, budget assistance, etiquette advice, menu / wine selections, week of coordination and SO much more. A detailed list of services can be downloaded here. If you have any questions please comment to this post so they can be answered publicly.

We appreciate all our readers spreading the word about our give-a-way to couples you know who are having a tough time planning their wedding. The more people who know, the better!

Good luck to all who enter. I am so looking forward to reading your entries and helping to plan your wedding

Starting October 15th, Zenadia Design will be running an end of the year special you don’t want to miss. All couture letterpress invitations will be 25% off. In addition to this, Zenadia Design is also offering 10% off couture invitations that are offset printed, thermography printed, engraved or foil stamped. (Not to be combined with the letterpress special) The special will run until December 31 and is not limited to invitations, but also includes programs, menus, escort cards, thank you notes etc. For more information, please visit Zenadia Design’s blog

Over at Zenadia Design’s, they are giving one lucky reader a chance to win a $70.00 credit to Noaki’s online shop. Good for one of her beautiful pieces of jewelry, or a custom made item!

Here are some beautiful pieces by the talented designer;

To enter the contest, all you have to do is leave a on Zenadia’s blog.

Good Luck!