Monday, December 5, 2011

After Hours Christmas Event//Morgantown Event Rentals/Floral/Photography

It's almost Christmas, and sometimes that means that the stresses of planning a major event on top of the obligations and pleasures of the holidays can be a little much. Well, as busy as we are too, Candice and I still think that there can always be a way to check a few things off your list, save some money (and give something back), as well as drink a glass of wine-all in one place!

Come join us Thursday December 15th from 5-8pm at our warehouse, 955 Canyon Road, for some holiday specials, tall glasses of bubbly, and charitable giving to the Ronald McDonald House. A portion of the business that we book Thursday evening will be donated to RMHC, to support the wonderful work that they do for families of hospitalized children. Some of the specials, available with a signed contract and a paid deposit, will include:

White plastic chairs $1.25
White resin chairs $2.50
Photobooth $650
Chiavari chairs with pad $5

And we might throw a few more surprises in as well! Our floral guru Jason Savage with Bella Fiore will be there as well, and providing a complimentary bridal bouquet to anyone who signs and contract and pays a deposit with Bella Fiore. Of course, a party isn't a party without Amberlee Christey Photography, who will joining us and capturing all the fun.

Hope to see you all there!

Happy Planning and Merry Christmas,

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Black Friday Specials

I am gearing up to hit the stores in less than an hour with my mom.  This is a tradition that we have shared over the past several years.  I have looked at every ad and I am ready to hit the deals. I love black friday so much that we had to host our own "black Friday" specials at Sweet Water.  So please join us today from 5-8pm at our showroom located at 955 Canyon Road Morgantown WV 26508.  If you have any quesstions or need directions please call Candice at 3049209270.  You must sign your invoice and pay deposit on Friday November 25th to take advantage of these specials, we look forward to seeing you there!

Hot Deals!!
Chiavari chairs - $5 with cushion
Photobooth/video booth - $700
Ballroom uplighting- 30% off
Garden Chairs - $2.25
Dinnerware - 25% off
Glassware - 25% off

Come enjoy a cup of coffee and let's chat about the details of your big day!

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

A Mountaineer Wedding




After a disappointing loss Friday night, Mountaineers were feeling a bit down in the dumps last weekend. Well, for this Mountaineer and a few others, things turned around nicely Saturday afternoon.  With a clear blue sky and weather so warm we didn't even need the tent heater that we had on standby, Jennifer and James said their vows in front of friends, family and fellow alumni. Directly after, guests simply walked through the gate and into the reception directly inside at Touchdown Terrace, overlooking Mountaineer Field. What a way to spend a fall weekend! The beautiful florals were provided by Blooms, and absolutely made the ceremony even more stunning. Congratulations Jennifer and James-we wish you the best.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

The Party begins with Sweet Water Event Rentals

Hello Brides to Be,
The girls at Sweet Water Event Rentals have outdone themselves again!  Check out the image below to see how your guest will be wowed from the moment you say "I Do" until your final exit at the end of the night.  The new photo/video booth will provide your enterntainment throughtout the reception while also providing your guest with a customized wedding favor with your name, date of wedding and logo at the bottom of each strip.  Don't  feel like spending a fortune on flowers to jazz up that ballroom...Great!  Sweet Water's custom uplighting turns any normal ballroom into a million dollar room without breaking the bank.  Learn more about Sweet Water Event Rentals and the girls that take your event to the next level by scheduling an appointment with us at our showroom located on 955 Canyon Road, Morgantown Wv.  We'll have the beverages waiting!


Happy Planning,

Monday, August 22, 2011

A Lesson in Ballroom Uplighting//West Virginia Event Rentals

 


A ballroom is just a ballroom until you make it your own. From Lakeview Resort to the Bridgeport Conference Center and everywhere in between, it is so simple to create a one of a kind event that is custom designed to reflect your style. Sweet Water offers a variety of packages for ballrooms large and small. For simpler lighting concepts, the corners of the room and behind or beneath the head table or couples table can be lit. For more advanced concepts, lighting can be placed in a wash along all of the walls and beneath the tables, as well in any pattern that could compliment the style of the event. Our wireless lights allow custom color and intensity, while allowing placement anywhere from under guest's tables to atop the gift table.  David Tutera would be so proud! 




Happy Planning!



Thursday, July 28, 2011

A June West Virginia Wedding Like None Other//Pete Dye Golf Course

 
As promised my pretties, here it is. The wedding of Sarah and Ryan is truly something worth waiting for. Sarah was as sweet to work with as her wedding was stunning. The event was comprised of three separate tents. The largest (a 40x120 foot tent) for food and seating, the second for a dance floor and band staging, and the third to serve as a bar area. After a beautiful ceremony, guests were whisked in to a cocktail hour on the deck of the former clubhouse over looking the greens. Tables flanked by chiavari chairs and an oh-so-sweet drink station kept the guests satiated until the real fun could be unveiled. The main tent was comprised of tables covered in navy pintucked linens, stunning floral arrangements of orchids and orange calla lillies by Blooms, and personal touches that included hand made place cards and a seating chart made from an antique quilting rack. The couple also brought in Class Act, a funk and Mo-Town band, all the way from Virginia Beach. But can I do it justice? It was beautiful, classic, fun, and had just a touch of a military inspired edge to it. Congratulations Sarah and Ryan, on a beautiful wedding and a beautiful life together!



Monday, July 25, 2011

West Virginia Wedding Rehearsal//Event Rentals




Well, for those of you who have noticed that we have been somewhat absent in our blogging for the last few weeks, it is because we are recovering from events such as the two part series that I am posting here. Events that bring new meaning to the celebration of love and marriage. Miss Sarah and I have been working together since before Christmas (Watch and learn, ladies-This girl was dedicated!) to fulfill her wedding vision that was to take place at the Pete Dye Golf Course and include 300 family members and friends. We developed a plan that was to include three tents, extensive seating, staging, creative lighting and a big, beautiful dance floor to celebrate the occasion upon. However, before all great weddings come great rehearsal dinners, and this was no exception. Meeting with all of these ladies was truly an adventure, and we loved to see what they had in mind each time that we talked. The rehearsal dinner was held at the childhood home of the groom and was truly a lesson in genuine creativity and celebration.





And yes, believe what you see. The above image is truly a hand stamped monogram for the bride and groom. On each cocktail napkin. It was too much. Well, it was too much until we got to see the finished product of the wedding reception. But for that, you all will have to check back in on Thursday!

Much love and happy planning,

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

July Promotion

The bridal show season officially kicked off a little earlier this year with our first show being in June at Lakeview Resort. This promotion was inspired by the many brides having outdoor ceremonies and receptions in the ballroom.  For the remainder of July we are offering 10% off your custom ballroom up lighting for those who also rents their ceremony chairs from Sweet Water. If you are a bride that has every David Tutera episode on DVR you know how custom up lighting is an affordable way to completely change the look of an ordinary ballroom.  Check out this link to hear what David has to say about the lighting for your wedding,  http://video.aol.com/aolvideo/aol-video/dont-forget-the-lighting-from-david-tutera/918541368001 Sweet Water is proud to be the first in Morgantown to bring custom lighting packages with over 1.5 million color options to choose from.  If your wedding reception is in a ballroom you can't afford to not make an appointment with one of our specialist to learn how we can turn that ordinary ballroom into a event that will WOW you and your guest!

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Bridal Shower Inspiration//Bridgeport, WV Event Rentals

The months of May and June were quite the whirlwind on the Sweet Water side of Morgantown. And now, we are  thrilled to finally be able to show off some of these beautiful events. These were a few from a beautiful little bridal shower at the Maple Lake Country Club in Bridgeport, WV. Using our white resin chairs, this beautiful bride and her talented bridesmaids created a garden tea party feel with the sweetest details. Between the stunning arrangements in tea pots (copper, no less-oh it was perfect!) and the adorable favors of golden honey trimmed with notes of "How Sweet of You to Join Us", these girls perfected every detail. What a beautiful event for a beautiful afternoon!


Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Last Minute Deal!! White Padded Ceremony Chairs

Every outdoor wedding cannot be completed without the ever so popular white padded ceremony chair. If you are having an event on June 4th we are offering our white padded chairs or 30% off.  This is definitely the best deal you will find on these chairs.  To take advantage email us at info@sweetwaterwv.com, you better hurry this offer is good until the chairs are gone and that won't take long with a deal like this!

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

WVUH Children's Hospital Gala//Morgantown Event Rentals

 When we first heard about the gala that benefits our very own West Virginia University Children's Hospital, we couldn't begin to imagine what it would be like. We heard stories of an amazing event at the Morgantown Event Center, filled in with layers of gowns and tuxedos, entertainment and food. What we found, however, was a grown up night on the town that contributes a tremendous sum of money to Children's Hospital. It is truly a night of generosity. We were thrilled to even begin to contribute to this event, and to work with the amazing committee of volunteers that make it happen. We wish that we could  have captured what the event looked like at 7:30, when well over 800 people walked through the doors. The flowers, provided by the talented team at Morgantown Florist, the candle light, the music-all were breath taking.




What an incredible night that benefits such a phenomenal cause. Enjoy a few of our favorite images from before it was even completed. It was amazing from beginning to end. Be sure to check the Gala's Gallery for even more images from the night. 




Saturday, May 28, 2011

Last Minute Deal...gold chiavari chairs and photobooth

This is the true meaning of "last minute", especially for a lady planning a wedding.  If you are a June 4th, 2011 bride you are going to love this one.  We are offering the gold chiavari chairs for 30% off, but wait it gets better!!! We are also offering our amazing photo/video booth also for 30% off. The only thing that makes it better is if you rent both the photobooth and the gold chiavari chairs we will take 35% off the total! This is the only time it pays to be a last minute bride.  This offer is valid only to the first person to book and sign their contract, so email us at info@sweetwaterwv.com or call 304-920-9270.
Photo by: Candice Elaine Photography

Friday, May 27, 2011

Last Minute Deal!!! Morgantown Silver Chiavari Chairs

Even if I know that I can't head out of town, I have a hard time resisting the search of the "last minute" deals found on Travelocity, Expedia and Priceline.  We have decided to share some last minute deals of our own at Sweet Water Event Rentals.  Today we are starting this new promo with a bang... if you are getting married on June 11th 2011 we are offering our SILVER chiavari chairs for 30% off.  This deal is only to the first person to call or email to book them.  When emailing at info@sweetwaterwv.com or calling 304-288-7844 please use the promocode silver30. Below is an image of these fabulous chairs. They are sure to give your reception the "wow" appeal for all of your friends and guests. Imagine the Lakeview or Waterfront ballroom full of these fabulous chairs!

*Chair order maxium of 200 chairs

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Sweet Water Event Rentals Open House//Morgantown, WV

    One of the most common questions that people ask us is "Are you event planners?". And the answer, is, well...no. Is it because we don't love to throw an amazing gathering? Is it because we aren't concerned with every detail from the raspberries in your drink to the peonies in each and every center piece? The truth is that we love to hostess events. We like the sweat, and the late nights of drinking wine and searching through Etsy and Foodzie, Grace Ormond and Martha Stewart Weddings for a touch more inspiration. We enjoy it so much in fact, that the thought of planning events for a living sounded a bit like, well, work! And dare I say it, that's not much fun.


     So on we go in our next celebration-the opening of our office and showroom. A long awaited moment for all of us and we are so excited to share it with all of you. So please,  come and enjoy a glass of sangria with us, enjoy a light snack, and see what exactly Sweet Water is all about. We will be joined by some of our favorite vendors, Bella FioreAmberlee Christey Photography, and Elite Bridal. We've thrown a few mean events in our days, and while we will officially be there from 3-8pm, the party usually doesn't end there! We can't wait to see you!

Friday, April 22, 2011

Celebrating Earth Day!!

In honor of celebrating Earth Day and going green, we have decided to help you save some green on your upcoming event.  Today only, we are offering 25% off our fabulous photo/video booth.  That is a savings of $300!!! To take advantage of our "green" special you must email tonight by 1100pm at info@sweetwaterwv.com and use the promo code: green11.  The photo/video booth will be debuting at our open house on May 6, 2011 from 3-8pm at 955 Canyon Rd.  This is a great time to come check out our new inventory and hop in the photo booth with your girlfriends for some fun shots. 
Everyone enjoy this Easter Weekend!

-For those of you that know me, you realize coffee is pretty much my anti-drug!  Starbucks is giving away free coffee today when you bring in your own mug.  Grab your favorite mug, head to starbucks and enjoy, I'll probably see you there!

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Planning Your Next Event//Morgantown Event Rentals

So perhaps you are planning your next event, be it a wedding, a graduation celebration or even a baby or bridal shower. You have your invitation list planned, and can see the event in your mind. But will everyone really fit in the tent that you've selected, or the pavilion that you are filling with chairs and tables? When you come to Sweet Water to rent your items, we can easily supply you with a CAD drawing that is a representation of how your event will look, all done to scale. So, we can show you how to fit one or two more tables in, or if a larger dance floor can be accommodated. But we can also show you how that might affect the comfort of your guests, and even the distance between the chairs. 




The drawing at left is a 20x30 frame tent that allows for 64 people to be seated at 60 inch round tables. This is the maximum that could be seated under this tent while using the round tables.



















The second drawing shows the same 20x30 tent with seating for 72.  This enables visualization of how the event will truly look, or even how to change the arrangement of the tables to maximize seating before your order is even delivered.

Sweet Water wants to make sure that the items that we recommend for your event are what you envision, as well as what would suit the situation best. Happy planning!

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Clear you Calendars... Sweet Water Open House May 6th

Think back to after you completed that first year of college.  Congratulations, you survived on dorm food and ramen noodles for one year straight!  There is no better feeling than shedding that dorm room and moving into your first apartment/house. These are exactly the emotions we are experiencing at Sweet Water Event Rentals as we move from our High Street studio to our new location.  Every few days we stop by to check out the progress of our new warehouse, office and SHOWROOM.  We are completely giddy over our move and cannot wait to share it with you.  Please clear your calendars and head out to our open house on May 6th from 3-8pm at 955 Canyon Rd.  If you need directions please email us at info@sweetwaterwv.com.  You know we love to have a good time so head out and lets enjoy an afternoon of wine, music and a few of our favorite vendors (Amberlee Christey, Bella Fiore and Elite Bridal) to name a few. 

Friday, April 1, 2011

West Virginia and Morgantown Tent Rentals



So who remembers Father of the Bride? Better yet, who absolutely loves Father of the Bride? We certainly do, thus we were thrilled to be contacted by a bride from Charleston who wants to create a wedding in her parents backyard based on the concept of this oh-so-famous movie. We went down to take a look at the site this weekend, and are developing a plan to make it work for her numerous guests. Because the backyard, while stunning and lined with 12 foot hedges, has no large space for even a 40x80 tent, we have suggested a system of high peak tents that are smaller but can be linked together to create a variety of shapes that conform to the shape of the yard. By tucking a 40 foot wide hexagon shaped tent into the corner of the yard, and building off of it with 20 and 15 foot wide square tents to accommodate bar and foot stations, as well as indoor seating within the home, she can have her reception in the home in which she grew up, the wedding that she's always imagined, and still invite those most important to them. Check out a few images that use these tents to create a one of a kind event.




Or even place a few more together...


Happy Planning!


Friday, March 25, 2011

Meet Us-A Sweet Water Review//Morgantown Event Rentals

As many of you know, Sweet Water Event Rentals is a newer company, having only opened its doors last year. However, as we have progressed through the excitement of starting a business, building our inventory, and finally getting to meet all of you that we've been communicating with, there have also been a lot of challenges. We started this business with a vision. We wanted to give Morgantown and the surrounding areas an option for event rentals that is personal, informative, and complete. And, well, let's not be remiss in our adjectives, ladies. Dare I say, modern, fun and edgy as well? But I digress. Sweet Water is built on the principle that each customer is the most important factor in how we do business. Candice had the pleasure of meeting a bride and her sister recently, and we were just stunned later that evening to find the sweetest posting on our Facebook page:

"I realize that the event rental vendor's job is to provide you with rentals at the best price; however, when I met with Candice today, I realized that Sweet Water isn't just willing to give you an estimate for the items you need. They want to make sure your special day or event is exactly how or what you envision; as such, they will take all the time necessary to sit down and discuss what they can provide that will fit your needs and give you redirection, if needed. If you want a vendor that truly cares about your special day and all the details that go along with it, please give Sweet Water Event Rentals a call."


Cassandra, you made our night! We can't wait to meet with you again.