This past weekend Designs by Essence had the opportunity to partake in the annual Gingerbread Marketplace! This was their 6th year and it was truly amazing!

We also had the pleasure of listening to some lovely Christmas Carols as patrons shopped.

Teri, the singer, was absolutely amazing! While she and I were chatting, the subject of my normal helper not wanting to come, came up. Well during one of her breaks from singing, she walked up with a stack full of business cards. I hate that I didn't get to get out into the arena and mingle, but I am very grateful to be able to pass on some businesses that were on site. Most of the items that were on sale were Christmas related, but I'm sure most of the vendors have year round products that you can select from.

Again, I hope you enjoyed the different vendors and good luck finding some lovely items.

If you've never gotten to experience a Mompreneur Event, you definitely want to mark your calendar for next year!
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This was my first time attending and the vibes in the room were so amazing! Not only were the presenters amazing, but the attendees brought a lot to the table as well. I didn't get to collect cards from everyone in the building, but i will definitely share those that I did meet.

The Embrace Center is a wonderful venue to hold your next event. From what we could see, there are 2 rooms to choose from, both very spacious depending on your needs.

Designs by Essence had the opportunity to provide balloon columns and ceiling decor for a recent event hosted by Sweet Thangz. If you missed this event, you definitely missed something special! There was lots of good food and laughter. Check out some of the pictures and vendors below.

If you see something like, the vendors business cards are below.

Have a great week!!

This weekend we had the opportunity to set up a vendor table at the Tanner High School Car Show. The car show was a fundraiser put on to benefit the Tanner High Band, Football team, and Cheerleading Team. We got to mix and mingle with so many great vendors, I wanted to take a moment and share a few. If you're looking for a Scentsy Rep, Pink Zebra, Lilla Rose, Children's Clothes, Natural Spa Products... you'll find something great to try out from these vendors.

*Click on the Business Cards to be led to the vendor's websites.*

Have a great week!!

If you missed the above event last night hosted by HLA Consulting, you missed a good one!! The evening began with an ice breaker game, and of course I missed the instructions on how to play... so, I picked up the first quote that my hand came to on the table.

Be sure to take a few moments and check out some of these Business Owners on Facebook.

​Have a great week and see you again soon!!

We are 3 days into the second half of the year! How did the first half go for you? Have you sat down and mapped out some goals you want to accomplish over the next 6 months?

If you follow us on Facebook, then you know July is going to be a busy month for us. From weddings to fashion shows to a high school car show. We're taking the first week to celebrate our lead balloon artists birthday and prep for the rest of the month.

If you missed out on our Instagram posts these past few days, scroll down for a bit of what we've been up to.

This past weekend we had the opportunity to walk in the Huntsville Pride Parade alongside "We Are One". The balloon backpacks were a big hit and we can't wait to share them at the next event in October.

​We hope you all have a Happy 4th and be safe!!

Over the past few months, we've had the opportunity to provide balloons for various grand openings and other events.

In the months coming, we look forward to participating in more events and hope to see you out and about.

Recently I received an email with an article about why you should hire your children to work for your small business. It was a really good read and put a little fire under my feet.

​My daughter was thrilled about the balloon business, mainly for the money... I mean aren't all kids thrilled about having their own money. She was less thrilled about the part where she actually had to help do the work. Some events she ditched me and some she actually earned her share. Lol.

With all that being said, I was excited that she got to attend the Balloon Boss Mastermind class with me, because she got to hear real numbers and work with some other balloon professionals. It's not always easy working with your parents, but it was refreshing watching her work with the group and step up.

Thank you to Joette from Balloon Coach for allowing my daughter to participate, and a big thank you to all the sponsors who made the Balloon Boss Mastermind Tour a reality. To name a few, Qualatex, Betallic, Clik Clik, and Hi-Float. We are so liking forward to using the tips and tricks that we learned from this class.

Check out a few more pictures from class. And if you want to visit the article I referred to above, here's the link...

Hey!! Hope you all had a great weekend! Ours was very busy, with Panoply on Friday, Redstone's Community Yard Sale on Saturday, and a Bridal Expo hosted by the White Lace Bridal Lounge on Sunday.

We had the opportunity to meet and network with so many great brides and people from the community.

Below are a few of the vendors that were on site. Feel free to connect with anyone that could be of assistance to you or someone you know.

​Have a great week!

Ladies, this post is for you!!

Have you been looking for a fun outing for you and your girls to attend this April? Well look no further!

Shoals Mom Prom is a Ladies ONLY event, open to not only moms, but women of all ages, 19 and older. All profits will benefit Safer Birth in Bama's Rural Access Grant Initiatives and Community Outreach programs.

Safer Birth in Bama is a registered, tax-deductible 501c3 whose goal is to increase access to care and care options. Their mission is to help mothers and infants in Alabama receive the care that they deserve!

To learn more about Safer Birth in Bama, click the banner above.

Below is a little more detailed information about Mom Prom.