A Vintage Candy Buffet in San Antonio

Principles in Action Event and Wedding Design specializes in planning spectacular and elegant events with excellence. They're located in San Antonio, TX and have catered to a wide audience like military, churches, weddings, corporate events, and more. Whether you're planning something small and personal like a family reunion or something more extravagant like a wedding or military ball, think of Principles in Action Consulting, LLC.

Ansonya L. Burke is the Visionary Proprietress and Principle Consultant. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Family Studies/Counseling and a Masters Degree in Organizational Management. Ansonya has also completed professional training in wedding and event consulting by The Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC) and holds the title of Professional Wedding Consultant.

Principles in Action Consulting, LLC. were named the "Best of Weddings by The Knot Wedding Magazine 2012" and were recently published in The Knot Texas Wedding Magazine. For those who don't know, The Knot is a very popular online and published wedding resource. Receiving this recognition from The Knot is a pretty big deal.

There are several factors that complete their fabulous events. Here we are going to focus on their candy buffets - because here at Design Scents, we LOVE that candy buffet!

Like their motto says, "We Plan! We Create! We Orchestrate! We Execute! With Excellence!"

They did just that with this candy buffet they put together for a vintage-themed wedding. Check out the photos, and let us know your thoughts!

Remember in a previous entry I mentioned how simplicity can be key? You can overdue a theme. Adding too much decorations can add clutter and become unpleasant to the eye. Not only are candy buffets yummy and guests love them! But, they can really add to the decor of the room and help bring in your theme.

These next few pictures show a cute, yet effective way that Principles in Action Consulting, LLC used simplicity to complete their look. The little ants, a flower here and there, a couple vases of floral, and a vintage ladle all bring together the feeling of strutting outdoors vintage style!

I liked these cute little details. It really emphasized the theme without overdoing.

If you're in San Antonio and you've been in a bind while trying to plan your next corporate event or wedding, think of Principles in Action Consulting, LLC.

Website: principlesinaction.net
Blog: blog.principlesinaction.net
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Twitter: @mypiaevents
Email: Ansonya{at}principlesinaction.net

Photo Credits: Amy Deyoung Photography

Respectively Yours,
Kimberly
Design Scents, Founder
www.design-scents.com

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Valentine's Day Chocolate Pretzels

Give your loved ones a sweet treat this Valentine's Day! A yummy mixture of something salty with something sweet - it's hard to pass up!

Did you know there was a scientific study about pretzels and chocolate? They say after eating pretzels you should eat dark chocolate to counter-act the effects from the saltiness of the pretzels. Salt can raise your blood pressure. The chocolate counter-balances that in your system. Another wonderful health tip including chocolate! What's not to love?

When you purchase these delightfully appetizing gift, please note that the way they are decorated may vary. But, rest assured, they will always be tastefully eye-pleasing. We won't let you down.

Design Scents doesn't strive on taste alone (although that's very important), but believe in the art of candy as well. When you receive your Valentine's Day Chocolate Preztels, not only will your mouth water, but so will your eyes.

During checkout, please inform us what chocolate coating, ribbon, favor tag, and special color shemes you need. Chocolate available include milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, pink colored white chocolate, or red colored white chocolate.

If you're an etsy member, please purchase through our etsy store @ designscents.etsy.com

Not an etsy member? That's ok! Until our website is fully operational, you can still purchase through Paypal by clicking here.

Each package includes 2 pretzel rods. Each package costs $3.00.

Here are images to show you close ups of each favor tag available. Custom orders are available to and should be requested via our Request Custom Order form.

Respectively Yours,
Kimberly
Design Scents, Founder
www.design-scents.com

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Bridal Wedding Headband Headpiece Feather and Swarovski Crystals

Looking for that perfect headpiece to finish off your already perfect look on your big day? Here's an item that's elegant, works with vintage or a modern theme, it's eye-catching, chic and simply gorgeous! It's the final piece that'll bring it all together.

Once again, these items are not handmade by me. These items belong to the retail side of the store. Design Scents is also an authortized Elegance by Carbonneau and Mariell retailer.

This lovely vintage-inspired headband features a feather and fabric floral side ornament detailed with Swarovski crystals, beads, and rhinestones. The ornament measures 5-1/2" wide and 3" tall, and loops at either end of the band allow you to fasten the piece in your hair with bobby pins.

Normally, this item retails for $79.99.

Right now, we're having a special and you can purchase this through our eBay store for only $70.10 + FREE SHIPPING!

Click here now!
http://my.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?MyEbay&gbh=1&CurrentPage=MyeBayAllSelling&ssPageName=STRK:ME:LNLK:MESX

Missed the eBay listing? No worries, you can still purchase this item just under retail value right here, right now.

Click on the color below you wish to purchase and you will be redirected to paypal for checkout. Your price is only $75.25 + FREE SHIPPING!

Color options:
White
Ivory

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We do not accept returns unless the product arrives damaged. Please check your product immediately upon receiving. You will need to contact us within 3 days of receiving your item to exchange or get your money back.
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Thank you for your support! I appreciate any comments you have.

Respectively Yours,
Kimberly
Design Scents, Founder
www.design-scents.com

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Wedding Headpiece - Silver/Ivory Vintage Style Headband

Since our formal website is still under construction, I'm forced to use the blog to post new items for sale. I apologize for cluttering up the blog space. Once the website is complete, then these types of listings will all be categorized for your ease of shopping experience and the blog will be here just to highlight events, etc.In the meantime, this item belong to our Wedding Mall section of our store.

These items are not handmade my be. But, rather, Design Scents has become an authorized retailer for Elegance by Carbonneau and Mariell. We joined up with these two companies in order to bring you a store that could help meet all your wedding and party needs. Keep watching us as we continue to grow and keep adding new items you might be interested in!

This current item was recently listed on our eBay presence. We're working on setting up an actual eBay store, but until then, you can still bid and win this item!

This beautiful headpiece is adorned with rhinestones and Swarovski crystals. It is a three-strand piece that simply explodes with loads of brilliant, sparkling rhinestones and an array of delicately placed faux pearls.

Prominently placed on one side of the headband are two large silver-plated flowers, a creamy ivory pearl adorning each one’s center bloom. A compliment to any white, off-white or ivory wedding dress, this piece is sure to impress.

The headband measures 14” in length; detailing measures 12” in length and up to 3” wide. Pin loops allow you to fasten the piece securely in your hair with the use of bobby pins.

This gorgeous piece works for any vintage-styled or modern classic wedding! When you wear this headpiece, all eyes will be on you! Finish off that perfect look with this elegant headpiece. It's just what you've been looking for :-)

To be honest, I wish I hadn't already purchased my headpiece! I found this after I made my purchase. I should've looked around more instead of being so rushed! Don't make the same mistake I did. If you have the time, I encourage you to shop around. But, trust me, this piece is absolutely beautiful and is definitely worth it.

This item normally retails for $134.99

Through our eBay listing you could get it for as little as $84.99! That's a savings of $50 - WOW! Plus, FREE shipping to all domestic states. International orders are accepted, but please contact me first to check shipping charges.

View listing here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160712465471?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

Don't want to wait for the auction? You can purchase the item via our site right here! Granted, you're going to miss out on some amazing savings. But, no worries, by purchasing through our site here you'll still save over 10% compared to retail prices.

Our price: $119.95

If you wish to buy now, not through eBay, please click here. A window will open and take you to paypal for checkout.

********* Return Policy *********

We do not accept returns unless the product arrives damaged. Please check your product immediately upon receiving. You will need to contact us within 3 days of receiving your item to exchange or get your money back.
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Thanks for visiting and for your patience until we get our actual web presence up and running!

God Bless!

Respectively Yours,
Kimberly
Design Scents, Founder
www.design-scents.com

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Gold & Silver NYE Cake Pops

Happy New Year Everyone!

I just wanted to share some cake pops I made for my family for New Year's Eve. I used a Gold & Silver theme, which was incorporated with the use of sprinkles. We created a family time out of making these - my fiancee and father helped! Didn't they do a marvelous job? :-)

The first batch I made were "Brownie Pops" made with cream cheese and dipped in milk chocolate. We rotated between dipping them in the gold or silver sprinkles. My father and fiancee actually wanted to dip theirs in both sprinkles.

The second batch I made were "Chocolate Chip Cookie Pops" made with vanilla icing and dipped in milk chocolate. We also rotated between dippig them in gold and silver sprinkles. From the outside, you can't tell which cake pop is which. Actually, after placing them in the styrofoam and later moving them to our container we were saving them in, we forgot which were which! So, it created a little surprise when you bit into one. Either way, it was a sweet surprise!

Both flavors are very rich! Even so, you can't eat just one! The brownie pops are very chocolatey and creamy. The chocolate chip cookie pops turned out tasting similar to cookie dough, but not as creamy as the brownie pops. Both flavors were very yummy!

If you like these cake pops, you can now order them by requesting a custom order! They will soon be adding to my etsy store for your convenience.

Here is a price breakdown:

1-20 pops $3/each
21-50 pops $2.75/each
51-100 pops $2.50/each
100+ pops $2/each

Please be sure to specify which flavor you'd like!

Respectively Yours,
Kimberly
Design Scents, Founder
www.design-scents.com

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Delicious Oreo Bon Bons

When I was stationed at Scott AFB, I bakes weekly for my workcenter. Oreo bon bons was my office's favorite baked goods I brought in. One guy said I should sell these and I'd get rich just from making these! Now, that might be a little extreme. But, they are very delicious - you can never eat just one!

These are my most favorite dessert I make. It's a super simple recipe, but very tedious. When complete, they are very rewarding to eat though!

I see that cake pops have become a favorite item at candy buffets. I decided that my oreo bon bons should be just as popular!

They are made with oreos, cream cheese, and chocolate. I cover them in either milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate. Then, they're drizzles in a variety of flavors! If it can be melted, it's drizzled. Sometimes, I'll mix in sprinkles. For winter themes, the sprinkles turn out very nicely.

However, these oreo bon bons don't need to only be covered in brown or white. There are numerous colors that melting chocolate comes in now. These are usually white chocolate in flavoring.

If you're interested in having these oreo bon bons at your next candy buffet event, please contact me! I'll be happy to discuss your needs and try to find a solution for you. Keep in mind, these will need to be shipped either 2 day air or overnight with special ice packs, depending on the time of year and/or what your location's climate is. Shipping will most likely be your most expensive piece.

Here is the price breakdown:

1-50 pieces $2.00/each
51-100 pieces $1.75/each
100+ pieces $1.50/each

When sending in your order, please include:

Name:

Event:

Date of Event:

Deadline:

Outer color:

Drizzle or sprinkle color:

Quantity:

Ship to Location:

After an agreement has been made, I will post a special listing on my etsy store where you can purchase your order. After placing your order, please allow 10 business days for baking and packaging.

YOU MUST CONTACT ME FIRST PRIOR TO PURCHASING ANY OREO BON BON LISTINGS IN MY STORE! The shipping price on there is standard for 2 day air with Fedex. I will not be held responsible if you order with this shipping profile without consulting me and your order arrives melted. SOMEONE MUST BE AT THE LOCATION TO ACCEPT PACKAGE DELIVERY. Again, I will not be held responsible if no one is there when the package arrives and they arrive melted.

I want to provide exceptional service to you and for your event. But, please understand I must protect myself as shipping chocolate can be tricky if not handled correctly.

I guarantee you and your guests will find these absolutely delicious!

Respectively Yours,
Kimberly
Design Scents, Founder
www.design-scents.com

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Traditional Christmas Collection

Seasons Greetings!

Curlicues and Confections requested another custom order for another event. The above pictures shows their completed candy art along with the Traditional Christmas Collection. The collection included traditional Christmas colors of red and green with a lighter green and white. The labels are flat and measure approximately 3.5x2".

A sign is also included in this collection that measures 10x8. The sign and label sheet is shown below.

This collection works great with any formal or informal event. The playful color display pulls in an informal atmosphere while the elegant cursive foreground handwriting font sets a formal setting.

The candy art supplied by Curlicues and Confections pulls together the theme of the event perfectly. You look at the table you immediately think of the holiday season. The label collection helps by bringing in the finishing touch.

The label inform the guests what they're choosing to eat in a festive manner. The arrangement of the candies is eye pleasing. It's a beautiful arrangement!

Your candy buffet should be art, designed and arranged in a way to interest your guests while pulling in the party's theme. This candy buffet does just that. The labels added a little bit more decor to help bring in the theme - although, the candy buffet alone accomplishes that. The labels inform the guests what they're about to eat so there's no surprises. It's also a way to bring in certain colors that you may not be able to find candies in sometimes.

These labels are simple, modern and with a little bit of elegance. If you're interested in this collection for your Christmas event, please contact me for more details! Receive them blank, personalized, or as a handmade finished product delivered to your door with whatever embellishes you desire! You can also visit my etsy store for more collections.

If you would like to hire Curlicues and Confections for your next event, check out her etsy store or website for some items you can add to your candy buffet or to contact her for more details!

Merry Christmas to all!

Respectively Yours,
Kimberly
Design Scents, Founder
www.design-scents.com

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