2012 Color Palette Trends January 25, 2012

A new year brings new trends! We’re loving the latest blog post by Party Connections called 2012 Wedding Trends, and we want to share the 2012 color palette trend with you. Enjoy!

Neutral or Bold

Party Connections says, “2012 style swatches are showing us either palettes of complete neutrals or shockingly bold pop. Use blush, peach, and taupe or jade, cherry, and tangerine. Bridesmaids are being mismatched in their own, bright attire and fresh cut flower alternatives such a big paper flowers or succulent plants are adding a more sustainable approach.”

Are you a 2012 bride? What are your wedding colors? Are you going neutral or bold? Let us know!

Be sure to check out the rest of Party Connection’s 2012 wedding trends here.

King Holiday Celebration January 19, 2012

This past Monday, Mahaffey provided a 10′ x 105′ gable end frame tent for the King Holiday Celebration at the National Civil Rights Museum here in Memphis. The tent was used as a walkway for those attending the event that was in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Here’s a picture of the tent in front of the Lorraine Motel:

Attendees at the King Holiday Celebration enjoyed various activities including arts and crafts for children, courtyard vendors, local radio station remotes with on-air personalities and special guests, and Joe Cornelius “The Hatman” performances.

We hope everyone had a great time!

Mahaffey Decorates Bridal Rhapsody 2012 January 10, 2012

We had such a great time at the Bridal Rhapsody Extravaganza Bridal Show this past weekend! It’s always a popular wedding show in the Mid-South, and we were proud to be a sponsor again this year. We were also honored to play such a large role in decor for the show providing booths, tables, linens, chairs, tableware, and other decor items.

Check out these fabulous pictures captured by our very own Shonna Springer!

Thanks to everyone to came out to the show and congratulations to all the brides-to-be! We hope you’ll remember Mahaffey for all your tent and party rental needs. Call us today at 901-457-1909 or visit our website for more information.

White Out with Mahaffey January 5, 2012

No matter the season, an all-white party is fresh, stylish and sophisticated. Take a look at this all white engagement party we did with Social Butterflies. All photos are courtesy of the talented Annabella Charles.

Like what you see? Give us a call today at 901-457-1909 or visit our website to plan your all-white event. We look forward to hearing from you!

Vote For Mahaffey! December 28, 2011

Friends,

Mahaffey has once again been selected as a finalist for Event Solutions Spotlight Awards in the Rental Company of the Year category. The winner is chosen by popular vote, so we need your help! It only takes a few seconds, and you can only vote once per email address. Please visit the link below, enter your email and click Rental Company of the Year (right column).

http://www.event-solutions.com/spotlight/voting/index.php

Be sure to tell your friends and thanks for your support!

Merry Christmas From Mahaffey! December 23, 2011

Thank you to all our customers, vendors and partners for your business and continued loyalty over the years. We also want to thank those who have sent us Christmas cards, dropped off sweet treats or wished us well. We appreciate you all! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the entire Mahaffey family!

Winter Showroom Preview December 20, 2011

Our showroom has been updated! Make an appointment today to stop by and see all our lovely tent accessories and party rentals on display. Consultations are free and you’ll be able to play around with our wide variety of event rentals including linens, tableware, chairs, furniture, accessories, and more to see what works for you. Our team will even design a table for you so you can actually see what it will look like in your wedding tent or event venue.

Here’s a preview of what we have on the floor right now!

These rosette chair covers would look great at reception or small soiree.

Gold trimmed tableware, small black appetizer plates, and crown gold flatware creates an elegant yet bold look for any occasion this winter.

This stunning Sofia sofa would look fabulous at your next special event.

We have everything you need to complete your look, and we can’t wait to work with you. Give us a call at 901-457-1909 and be sure to visit our website to view our full line of tents and party rental accessories.

Also, be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Mahaffey Holiday Party December 9, 2011

We hosted our 2011 holiday party at the Memphis Zoo last night, and we had wonderful evening with friends, families, partners, and our fabulous customers. Everyone enjoyed food by Simply Delicious Catering, ice skating, and Zoo Lights. This is the second year for Mahaffey Tent and Party Rentals to provide the clearspan structure covering the ice rink, which will be up through January 29.

Here are some pictures that were taken at the party! Enjoy!

Christmas lights sponsored by Mahaffey Tent and Party Rentals

Outside view of the 82′ x 150′ clearspan structure

Inside view of the 82′ x 150′ clearspan structure

Inside view of the 82′ x 150′ clearspan structure

Our VP George with his daughter

Guacamole Action Station inside Teton Trek

Dessert table inside Teton Trek

Mahaffey employees enjoying the party

Thanks to all those who attended. Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Mahaffey Family!

Holiday Open House with The Metal Museum December 7, 2011

The National Ornamental Metal Museum is one of Mahaffey’s preferred vendors, so we encourage everyone to check out their Holiday Open House this coming Sunday, December 11, from noon to 5 p.m. at 374 Metal Museum Drive in Memphis.

The event will include holiday music by pianist Hayley Roth, refreshments (bake-off style), and family fun activities. The open house will feature these exhibitions:

• Fresh: Exhibition in Print (Dec. 9, 2011 – March 4, 2012)
• Weighed in the Balance: Akan Gold Weights from the Canadian Museum of Making Collection (Dec. 9, 2011 – March 4, 2012)
• Holiday Show and Sale (Dec. 9 – 23, 2011)
• Tributaries: Sarah Perkins (Dec. 9, 2011 – Feb. 19, 2012)
• Thomasin Durgin: Ring A Day (through Jan. 8, 2012)

Admission is free and museum store items will be on discount during the event. Non-members will receive 10% off museum store purchases, and members will receive 20% off museum store purchases. These discounts will not be valid with any other promotions.

And if you’re interested in hosting an event at the Metal Museum, details will be available on The Winter Wonderland Package at the Holiday Open House. Mahaffey supplies the Metal Museum with all its tent and party rental needs, and we’ll have a consultant on hand who will be able to give you more details and information about the package. Bridal consultant and event decorator, Angela Mazanti, will also be in attendance to answer questions.

We hope to see you there!

10th Annual St. Jude Memphis Marathon December 2, 2011

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is one of the amazing organizations we support, and this weekend is particularly special for them because it marks the 10th annual St. Jude Memphis Marathon. Many runners call it the most meaningful race they’ve ever run. It attracts marathoners from across Memphis, the United States and all over the world. They come together for one common goal: to raise money and save children’s lives.

Some runners choose to become part of the St. Jude Heroes team—a nationwide group of everyday athletes with a common goal of finding cures and saving children. In 2010, more than 6,000 Heroes from across the country raised more than $3 million for the children of St. Jude. The effort of the Heroes team inspires hope in children who are battling cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases.

Here are a few pictures of marathoners running the race from over the years:

St. Jude was founded in 1962 by the late Danny Thomas. On average, 5,700 active patients visit St. Jude each year, most of whom are treated on an outpatient basis. The hospital maintains 78 inpatient beds and treats upwards of 230 patients every day. St. Jude is solely supported through donations and fundraising efforts, and the money raised from this year’s marathon will undoubtedly help keep their doors open.

Good luck to everyone running the race this year! Our very own marketing manager, Beth Wilson, will be running the half marathon and we wish her the best of luck!

*Pictures courtesy of www.stjudemarathon.org
*Facts courtesy of Quick Facts about St. Jude