THE SMILEY BLOG

Invitations set the tone for your event. They feel like such a small detail, but the right choice can completely prepare your guests for your child’s celebration. Like most things in life, this is not a situation where you want to take the George Costanza route! If you have been considering booking custom invitations for […]

Dessert has a tendency to take an event over the top. It makes everything way more festive and marks the true beginning of your celebration. Just think about every unforgettable party you’ve ever attended, and there’s a good chance you can remember what you had for dessert! If you are currently planning your child’s Bar […]

Your child’s Mitzvah is a pretty sweet event. They have spent months diligently studying so they can be ready. Now comes the celebration they’ll remember for years to come. So, when you are planning, you are probably going all out to make it especially fabulous. And what better to celebrate than with dessert? As a […]

During the last years of high school, you need to constantly keep your eyes on the prize. College will be here before you know it, and it will be a major opportunity to get a headstart on your career. But before you can land your dream university, you first have to create the best application […]

When you are planning your child’s Mitzvah, there’s a good chance your venue won’t perfectly match the style you had in mind. It can take a lot of work to take that space and totally transform it to completely match your style. Luckily, we have experts around who know how to do just that! As […]

As a Seattle-based senior photographer, I love celebrating the achievements and milestones of young adults preparing to step into their futures. Senior year is full of big decisions, from choosing the perfect senior photo location to planning for what comes next. For students looking to get a head start on college or career training, the […]

Lighting has the tendency to completely make over an event. It sets the mood and illuminates all the details you’ve worked so hard to pull together. While many venues might offer house options, you need a company that knows how to really bring it all to life! If you have been looking for the best […]

Planning a party for your child can be pretty involved. This is such a major milestone, and you want to make sure every single detail is perfect. You are crafting up menus, arranging entertainment, picking out all the decorations, and desperately trying to make sure you have every detail exactly in its place. If you […]

When you have kids, you quickly find out that not every hotel is built the same. Sure, your hotel might say they welcome kids, but you wind up spending every second of your trip trying to make the accommodations your choice failed to deliver. Luckily, Seattle has a number of truly family-friendly hotels perfect for […]

When you are planning a celebration such as a graduation party or a Mitzvah, there is a good chance you want your event to be positively legendary. This is such a major accomplishment, and you need a way to show your child just how much you support them! If you are about to start the […]