Love of A Life Time Romance Contest Results!

Thank you to all that entered our "Love of A Life Time" February Romance Contest! Your entries were all soooo wonderful and romantic! I can't tell you what a difficult decision it was to pick the best. Our independent judging team selected Rejan Westfall and Billy Campbell's entry as the winner. We are so happy to award them an unforgettable evening on top of the world! Dinner at the beautiful Skyline Club, http://www.skyline.indy.com/, fabulous florals, http://www.eventfulflorals.com/, photographs that will be keepsakes, http://www.morganmattersphotography.com/, cupcakes for your cupcake, http://www.taylorsbakery.com/, romantic serenade by classical guitarist Albert Nolting and champagne and chocolates, www.kimkingsmithevents.com! Congratulations to all of you and our very best wishes.

All of you will receive a $25 gift certificate from Kim King Smith Events, LLC http://www.kimkingsmithevents.com/ toward Carlson Craft Invitations purchased with us just for entering. Thanks so much.

Here's their story! Look how cute they are! Congrats you two!!!

My wonderful fiancé Billy really surprised me and put a lot of thought into the proposal.
Billy had been traveling a lot and wanted to get away for the weekend, just the two of us. He rented a cabin in Brown County. Friday night we planned to stay in and enjoy the hot tub. He made me dinner, grilled shrimp and steak kabobs. It was delicious! He knows I love desert so he told me he was making me a surprise desert but didn’t want me to watch. The living room and kitchen was one big open space so he had me sit in a chair where my back was to the kitchen. He told me that while he had been traveling he made me a crossword puzzle to show me how much he loves me and misses me. So he told me to work on the crossword while he made desert. The crossword was clues like our first date, favorite restaurant, etc. I got to the last clue but couldn’t guess it. It was a really long word and the clue was “Rejan’s favorite surprise from Billy”. Nothing I guessed fit into the boxes. So he started spelling it for me…..W-I-L-L-Y-O-U-M……I was so excited. I knew what it was. He walked to me with a tray covered in rose petals, 2 roses, a candle, a picture of us and the ring and got down on his knee and asked me to marry him. I was ecstatic and said yes and starting jumping around. We spent the rest of the weekend there enjoying each other and talking about our wedding. It was the best weekend of my life!
See attached photo of us.

Rejan Westfall & Billy Campbell

Art of the Table 2009

Art of the Table 2009 was an event you did not want to miss. Whether you are planning a wedding, a party or a dinner this affair at the Indianapolis Museum of Art was the perfect way to discover new ideas and trends by Indiana's best bridal consultants and designers. I decided to do a bridal luncheon or bachelorette themed table. The name of my linens was "Warhol Roses". I thought this was a perfect way to incorporate the art theme of the IMA and a lot of creativity and fun. From the linens and Warhol I came up with Marilyn Monroe, Mick Jagger, Audrey Hepburn and more. Next I decided with all of these characters involved it would definitely be a wild party. This is where my theme (thanks, Marilyn) "A Party to Make Your Skirt Fly!" developed. Thanks to Angie and Janet from Bokay Florist,www.bokayindy.com 54Th and College, for the great floral design and Jen from CardInk www.cardink.net for the wonderful job on the invitations and table stationery. I couldn't have pulled it off without you and your many talents!
Make sure to attend Art of the Table next year. With over 28 designs and infinite creativity you definitely will leave inspired!

Ok, guys…..a few ideas for Valentine fun!

Whether it’s your sweetheart, your mom, your sister or your friends, here are a few fun Valentines that will definitely get a hug or two. Don’t forget to get your card
before February 14th and please remember….ALL GIRLS LOVE GIFTS!

I found this purse in San Diego. It was sooo sweet. Guess what?? It is made out of recycled candy wrappers! “Gorgeous and Green” two of my favorite details….

Ok, all of you that have been wanting a cute puppy can get a “double dip”. I know a little cheesy but quite fun…..puppy purses. Yes, your favorite little stuffed pooch and as a purse. Very cute and a lot of fun. Shhhh!…. I know somebody that is getting a Boston Terrier purse for Valentines! (P.S.I love being a personal shopper)

Next, what about a fun Betsey Johnson purse “sealed with a kiss”. We all know what fun Betsey is and she makes no exceptions on this Valentine themed purse that will get raves all year. Be prepared for a lot of compliments with this bag. Available at Macey's.

The Special Event!

I’m back from San Diego, 80 degree weather, sandy beaches and tons of the very latest trends and info to make your wedding and event SPECTACULAR! The Special Event Show was that indeed; four days of back to back special events, special speakers and special information to provide our very best service to you.
Seminars on event entertainment, wedding décor and trends, a trade show with all of the newest and most innovative supplies and favors and spectacular party elements to bring home and share with you.
Attending The Special Event is a huge commitment, but I constantly strive to seek the best and bring it to you my friends. While there I attended a phenomenal VIP Wedding Luncheon; over 40 tables with stunning décor all in black and white. The flowers, favors, food all fantastic! Carley Roney, editor of the Knot was guest speaker. Carley and I talked quite a while and even got our picture together!
While there I met many new friends that I brought into my network from all over the world. We are all able to share and exchange ideas which ultimately benefit, you, my friends.
Wow, it was a whirlwind. Guess what? I’m ready to do it all again!

Love of A Lifetime! Enter now and win a romantic evening on top of Indianapolis!

Imagine a romantic candlelit dinner at the exclusive Skyline Club. You are on the top of the world (or at least Indianapolis) with the one you love. Romancing over a gourmet dinner, acoustic guitar by musician Albert Nolting in the background playing “your song”, fragrant blooms from Eventful Florals on your table, champagne and chocolate to splurge on from Kim King Smith Events, LLC, gourmet Valentine cupcakes for your “cupcake” courtesy of Taylor's Bakery and the chance to have a complimentary photo session of just the two of you having fun…with professional photographer Morgan Matters.
Well here’s your chance! Enter our Love of a Lifetime essay contest and win the opportunity to enjoy this premier romance package from Kim King Smith Events, LLC and some of my very favorite vendors.

As you know, one of my very favorite holidays, Valentine’s Day, is soon approaching! I love the thrill and frill of searching for cards for those you love, splashes of pinks and reds everywhere, sharing candies and sweets and most of all giving out lots of hugs and kisses. Of course, Valentine’s Day is also a day to celebrate great love stories that begin now and have also been existent for many years. There are so many romantic relationships out there that are fresh and new or have withstood the test of time. Here at Kim King Smith Events, LLC, we would love to hear your love story, whether it is new or one that has withstood time and challenge.
We love couples in love and would love to share your stories with our readers. Please send 200 words or fewer essays describing your special love story or one you think needs to be recognized. Think about the moment you fell in love, your engagement proposal, finding the ring of your dreams, or watching your parents/grandparents have a love that withstands time. From the entries we receive, we select one that will win this phenomenal romantic evening !
Courtesy of
The beautiful Skyline Club www.skyline-indy.com,
Morgan Matters Photography www.morganmattersphotography.com,
Albert Nolting Classical Guitarist,
Eventful Florals www.eventfulflorals.com
Taylor’s Bakery www.taylorsbakery.com
Kim King Smith Events, LLC www.kimkingsmithevents.com,
Make sure to send your Love of a Lifetime entry and a picture of the happy couple to us before February 28th. You have all month to describe the love story that inspires you! We will announce the winner on
March 1st! We want to hear from all of you! Your stories are so amazing and who knows, you might be on top of the world or at least Indianapolis before you know it!

Prize is not transferable. All entries must be emailed or submitted to Kim King Smith Events, LLC on or before 02/28/2009 at kimkingsmithevents@yahoo.com or 5429 W 900 S, Edinburgh, IN 46124. All entries must be original and have complete contact information upon submission. Prize(s)s must be used on or before March 30, 2009 at vendor’s discretion. Please include photo.
Client agrees to allow Kim King Smith Events, LLC, the Skyline Club Indianapolis, Eventful Florals, Albert Nolting, Morgan Matters Photography and Taylor’s Bakery to use client’s name, likeness and any additional contest elements in the named above vendors portfolio, website, brochures, advertising material, magazine articles, publicity and other media coverage.

Is this the icing on the cake or what?

While attending a recent seminar, I had the opportunity to get some pictures of very artisitic cakes. Most of these cakes are made with fondant icing. This gives them the smooth appearance and capability to be "molded" in some forms. Most of the intricate details are gum pasted. They are all a piece of art or is that piece of cake?

National Bridal Convention

In November I invested in attending the National Association of Bridal Consultants Convention in Newport Beach, California. I try to do my best to attend all of the top notch bridal and event shows throughout the country and provide my clients with the very latest trends and details to make their wedding absolutely fabulous!I gathered so many new tips and helpful details for my brides. Nationally known speakers such as Colin Cowie, Mary Dann (Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?), Barbara Wallace and David Tuterra all attend and speak at this event.
Besides these top notch professionals, I am able to share with professionals all over the country to give you, my client, the absolute best insight and ideas.
While there, I also had the privilege of attending an exclusive couture linen open house in Beverly Hills! Wow, was that fun. The linen company actually came and picked 15(350 attendees at the convention...was I ever lucky) of us up and whisked us away in a fabulous limo to Beverly Hills. (Boy was that fun!! I think I could easily get used to it!!) These linens are exquisite and affordable! Just ask me about designing something fabulous for your wedding or event! Just this week I received their sample books and I would love to share them with you.