July 11th, 2015
The Feirstein family celebrated son Zachary’s Bar Mitzvah with the service at Temple Beth Emet in Cooper City, Florida, and the reception at Temple Solel in Hollywood, Florida.
Zack’s theme was Zack Airways as he has loved airplanes and travel since he was a small child.
Pictured L-R: Mom Melissa, Bar Mitzvah boy Zachary, Dad Andrew and younger brother Matthew.
84 West Studios was the photographer and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
Mitzvah Invitation & Service
For their invitation, the family worked with Eric at Petite Acorn using a modern design in a royal blue and neon green color palette. The Saturday morning service was followed by a kiddush lunch at Temple Beth Emet.
The invitation included their logo and set the tone for the celebration
Clever wording for the RSVP included: "Please confirm your reservation on Zack Airways."
Zack posing with his prayer book
Zack and his parents up on the Bimah with the Torah
Mitzvah Details
The theme was Zack Airways to celebrate his love of travel and airplanes. The Feirstein family had a strong vision and collaborated with 84 West Studios to create a fun and cohesive look. The room had a lounge vibe, but also recreated an “airport experience.”
The logo front and center on the place card table
Place cards for the adults were mini-rolling suitcases with mini pretzel packs inside. The kids had custom cards to replicate a “frequent flyer” card
Mini rolling suitcase favor tins from Beau-coup.com with handle and wheels served as place cards for the adults
Zack holding up his own frequent flyer card
Guests were welcomed to Feirstein International Airport with signage outside the ballroom doors
84 West created a cool LED Departure/Arrival board
Zack's Sky Club was a great place for the kids to hang out
Custom logo'd airplanes decorated the adult tables. 84 West Studios built a custom base to support them which included beautiful skyline pictures
The ballroom was decorated in a royal blue and neon green color palette
These round cylinders were customized with Zack’s picture from his Bar Mitzvah pre-shoot. They had lights inside with a cutout “Z” on top which projected his initial onto the ceiling
Adults had a signature specialty drink called, "Mile High Martini"
Music & Entertainment
The Jammin’ Express dancers with MC Wes provided non-stop fun on the dance floor.
Zack making his "arrival" into the ballroom
Zack "up in the air"...oops, we mean "chair" for the Horah!
All the guests loved the great music which played all night
MC Wes of Jammin' Express
Lil bro Matthew bustin' out the moves
Zack posing with the Jammin' Express dancers and MC Wes
Mom Melissa and Zack have a dance
Eventz Photo Booth brought lots of fun props and signs
Susie of Susie's Scrumptious Sweets created this amazing Zack Airlines cake that looked like it was above the clouds
The candle lighting ceremony included tapered candles in the party color palette with a great background screen of Zack Airlines
Here Zack is lighting a candle with Mom and Dad
The candy buffet being wheeled out on a cart
The cotton candy was also a big hit
Mitzvah Favor
For the adults, there were custom chocolate covered Oreos from Danielle Ockman of Favor It Things. The kids received blankets from It’s a Wrap.
Beautifully wrapped and labeled
Zack's friends received logo'd blankets
As guests were leaving there was a "Next Departure” sign for brother Matthew's upcoming Bar Mitzvah
Mitzvah Project
Zachary’s Mitzvah Project supported Jewish Adoption and Foster Care (JAFCO). He did a back to school supplies drive to collect new school supplies and backpacks over the summer to be able to fulfill JAFCO’s needs for one of their wish lists. He collected supplies and money and was able to purchase over $500 worth of school supplies.
Mom to Mom
Some advice from Mom Melissa:
“Early planning and setting a realistic budget is my advice. My son’s Bar Mitzvah was 2 years in the making. The first thing we did was create a spreadsheet of all of the things we had wanted and the cost. That helped us decide the wants versus the needs and what we could afford to do. I had a binder that held all of my contracts, ideas, deposits, etc. to help me stay organized. This also helped me to not feel the financial pressure because I knew what my budget was. However, plan to go over it by a little, it always happens. 2. Relax and enjoy the moment. The day of the event, you will be bursting with pride for all that your child has accomplished. Enjoy the moment and your special day. Things may not always be perfect, but chances are no one will notice except you.”
Vendor Directory
The following vendors helped to make Zachary’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com
Service: Temple Beth Emet, 954-680-1882
Reception: Temple Solel, 954-989-0205
Photographer/Videographer:Tony/Paul, 84 West Studios, 954-236-9000
Caterer:Brad Friedman, Artisan Food Inc., 954-983-5338
Party Planner: Mom Melissa
Invitation: Petite Acorn, 954-962-3144
Event Producer/Decor/Florist:Lisa Pierce, 84 West Studios, 954-452-2865
Music Entertainment/MC: MC Wes, Jammin’ Express, 954-659-3472
Blanket Favors: Olgui Lowell, It’s a Wrap, 954-600-3397
Mini rolling place cards: Beau-coup.com
Frequent Flyer place cards: 84 West Studios, 954-452-2865
Photo Booth: Elliot, Eventz Photo Booth, 561-391-9100
Party Entertainment: LED Black Jack Tables, Jammin Express, 954-659-3472
Cake: Susie, Susie’s Scrumptious Sweets, 954-748-4740
Custom Oreo Chocolate Favors: Danielle Ockman, Favor It Things, 954-263-6046
Custom logo’d crystal airplanes centerpieces: Dad Andrew Feirstein
Dresses for family members: Mom Service Dress, Nordstrom
Mom Party Dress: Mario Pucci Boca
Suits for family members: Jonathan Reed Clothing, 954-346-2533
Hair: Rob, Salon 180, 954-989-5228
Makeup: Lynette Demar 561-935-8342
Party security: Temple Solel, 954-989-0205
July 11th, 2015
By Carrie Berk
I had a ball (pun intended!) recently at Gaby Hirsch’s Bat Mitzvah. Besides being a great dancer, my BFF from Triple Arts theater intensive is unstoppable on a basketball court. Her party at New York City’s Copacabana (like the Barry Manilow song!) had a cool city vibe (like the Bat Mitzvah girl herself).
Gaby in a dress from All Dressed Up
Only a few weeks before her big day, her original venue on the Upper West Side unexpectedly closed down. Gab never even panicked—she just rolled with it!
The Copa was happy to help out and made sure the event was everything she envisioned. There were hoops and table hockey—the competition was fun and fierce!
The theme was “Gaby’s Graffiti,” since she has always loved the city’s cool street art. All the guests were able to get our own graffiti hats and shirts at a graffiti bar, choosing our colors and designs as an artist painted them
Gaby looked gorge in a silver studded dress and high top sneakers (all the better for playing b-ball!)
The sign in board had Gaby’s logo and let guests add their own personal, colorful signatures to it
Gaby wanted her friends and family to share her fave foods from NYC: authentic pizza, yummy pasta, and a 16 Handles DIY Ice Cream Bar. I, of course, got my fave flavor and topping: chocolate with cookie dough bites!
Carrie and her friend Gaby
I am so proud of Gaby and how she put together an amazing Bat Mitzvah after her first one was canceled! But that’s Gaby: total grace under pressure, on and off the court.
VENDORS: Dress: All Dressed Up; Ice Cream: 16 Handles; Photo Booth/Food/DJ: Party Up Productions; Photographer: Frank Padrone
ABOUT CARRIE
I am a 7th grader in Manhattan who loves ballet, blogging and writing my own bestselling children’s book series, The Cupcake Club (Sourcebooks/Jabberwocky). In my spare time, I take Soul Cycle classes, sing, model, and hang with my friends in the city and the Hamptons. Follow me on Facebook, www.fashionacademybook.com and on Instagram @cbgirliegirl.
Read Carrie’s 1st blog post here.
July 8th, 2015
Simon Elliot Events from Plainview, New York, photographed, provided entertainment and created many of the decor elements, for this dual-themed Bat Mitzvah celebration for the Beckett family.
Nicole’s Bat Mitzvah took place on March 14, 2015, at Temple Or Elohim in Jericho, New York. She loves animals, especially her Golden Retriever Maggie and a beloved Golden named Bella who passed away several years ago.
As is the case with most 13-year-old girls, she also has a sweet tooth, and simply could not make a decision between the two themes, so the family found a very creative way to combine both.
The day was also distinct for its numeric importance 3-14-15, known as Pi Day, which the family also acknowledged during the celebration.
The custom invitations were purchased through stationer Celia Offir through Luscious Verde. The illustration was done by Bonnie Marcus, who has a stationary line and is a friend of the Beckett family
The RSVP had some “sweet” verbiage and was also a clever way to order correct sizing for the kids’ sweatshirt favors
To creatively embrace the dual theme, the paw print logo with candy outline was created by a local graphic designer Lindsay Moore
The custom LED tower with Nicole’s logo around the border stood at the venue’s entrance and had the guests’ table seating listed
The centerpiece cut-outs were created by Hi-Tech Studios from pictures taken from Shutterstock.com. They included photos of some of Nicole’s favorite animals. They were put in vases that held coordinating candy for that particular animal. The candy above was dog-bone shaped
This cute and colorful centerpiece held gummy carrots for the Bunny table
The Beckett family filled mini buckets with candy for guests to enjoy
Custom pillows were created with pictures of Nicole and her logo
The photo area included a custom Step-n-Repeat and Selfie Booth both from Simon Elliot Events
Fun props for the custom photo booth
The Bat Mitzvah girl was picture perfect
Each guest who took pictures received their own photo album with custom cover wishing them a “Happy Pi Day!”
Entertainment Tonite provided the music entertainment had everyone on the dance floor
The Beckett family during the candle lighting ceremony
Embracing the themes, this amazing cake was from Hasson Caterers
Simon Elliot Events created the favors. For the girls, purple hooded sweatshirts with the Pi sign on front
The back of the sweatshirt with the adorable logo
Here is the boys’ version
A very sweet ending to a wonderful night included a candy buffet
The adult dessert party favor were custom packaged Pi(e)s from Martha’s Country Bakery
Nicole next to a version of herself on the LED Tower with signage thanking her guests for celebrating with her
We thank Simon Elliot Events for sharing this great Bat Mitzvah with our readers.
Photography/Videography/Montage/Interactive games/Seating tower/Favors: Simon Elliot Events;
Venue: Temple Or Elohim; Invitation Rep: Celia Offir; Invitation: Lucious Verde;
Invitation Illustration logo; Bonnie Marcus Collection; Logo/sweatshirt sizing card: Lindsay Moore; Caterer/Cake/Candy wall: Hasson Caterers; Music Entertainment: Entertainment Tonite; Live Animals: Your Connection To Nature; Dessert adult party favor: Martha’s Country Bakery; Centerpieces Cutouts: Hi Tech Studios; Animal centerpiece photos: Shutterstock; Candy centerpieces: Candy Warehouse; Extra party giveaways: Rhode Island Novelties; Kippot: Kippah.com; Calligraphy for invitations; Ink Spun
July 8th, 2015
In celebration of National Ice Cream Month in July, we bring you refreshing ideas for an Ice Cream themed Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration — a perfect year ’round theme for your ice cream loving child!
Here’s the scoop on some creative ice cream ideas:
Give your guests a sneak peek into the theme by starting off with these fun stamps on Zazzle.com
Full Scale Productions took the Baskin-Robbins 31 flavors and made it 13!
Full Scale Productions used colored carnations in ice cream vases as a centerpiece
Balloon Artistry used Ben & Jerry’s ice cream containers/flavors as centerpieces for an Ice Cream themed Mitzvah!
Party 411 created dual-purpose seating cards/favors by personalizing ice cream scoops with ice cream themed ribbon
EPropsource has many themed centerpieces like these yummy swirl ice cream cones
Customized ice cream spoons from Paper Cup Design
From Event Savvy Atlanta, styrofoam balls wrapped in yarn!
From Beau-coup ice cream towel favors
Ice cream cup cake from Michelle Goldberg at Cake Central
Also from Cake Central, believe it or not, the Bat Mitzvah girl’s last name was Hagen, and this cake is made from Rice Krispie treats!
Have you been to or had an ice cream themed Bar/Bat mitzvah party? Let us know at info@MitzvahMarket.com so we can share it with our readers!
July 1st, 2015
Crowd Control Entertainment has a team of experienced DJs, MCs, photographers, musicians and support staff who are waiting to take your party to the NEXT LEVEL! They are a trusted name in upscale entertainment with a track record and long list of corporate and private clients, which speaks volumes for their capabilities with any type of event. Contact them for a free quote and you will be pleasantly surprised at the value of entertainment your budget can buy!
Crowd Control Entertainment provided us with a list of top songs from the all-important key categories for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration.
The Top 5 Bar Bat Mitzvah Montage songs are:
1. American Authors “The Best Day of My Life”
2. One Direction “Story Of My Life”
3. Pharrell “Happy”
4. Rascall Flatts “My Wish”
5. Flo Rida “Right Round”
The Top 5 Bar Bat Mitzvah Entrance songs are:
1. Jay-Z & TI “Bring Em Out”
2. Walk The Moon, “Shut Up and Dance”
3. Steve Aoki and Laid Back Luke “Turbulence”
4. I Got A Feeling “The Black Eyed Peas”
5. Calvin Harris & Ne-yo “Let’s Go”
The Top 5 Bar Bat Mitzvah Candle Lighting songs are:
1. Randy Newman “You’ve Got A Friend In Me”
2. Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars “Uptown Funk”
3. Celine Dion “Because You Loved Me”
4. Club Nouveau “Lean On Me”
5. LMFAO “Party Rock Anthem”
To learn more about Crowd Control Entertainment, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
July 1st, 2015
By Chloe Cornell
I’m a 7th grader and live in Westchester, NY. I love tennis, soul cycle, fashion, hanging with my friends, and traveling around the world. Camp Vega is my summer home and my favorite place on earth! I founded the company #Kindnessistherealcool for my Mitzvah Project, and invite everyone to visit us on Instagram @kindnessistherealcool and join the movement. I celebrated my Bat Mitzvah in March, 2015.
Last weekend, I attended my friend Max’s Bar Mitzvah in a tent in his backyard. His color scheme was neon yellow and silver-gray.
Everything at his party reflected this color scheme, and his logo was “Take It To The Max”
During the cocktail hour, there was a basketball station, a photo booth, a family feud trivia game, a magician walking around doing tricks, a four-player pac man game, and a large table that was a giant iPad.
We all loved the Pac Man game
Here is the iPad table
After cocktail hour, we were led to the dance floor where we stayed the entire night! Guests were given neon yellow tank tops, t-shirts and hats on the dance floor, all featuring the “Take It To The Max” logo.
Here’s all our neon swag!
The adults were seated at one long table with a unique sculpture of neon lights hanging above it
Kids, when they weren’t dancing, could hang out in a lounge area featuring gray couches, neon yellow pillows with Max’s initials, and chic modern glass tables
In the middle of the party, some dancers changed into neon costumes. Special lights were turned on and everyone in the room “glowed” in their neon gear, along with the dancers. It was so cool!
A glowing Neon dancer!
Near the end of the party, a giant dessert table was presented. There was an insane amount of dessert! There were 7 different kinds of cupcakes, cakes, huge chocolate covered strawberries, shopping carts filled with candy, pop tarts and more!
As party favors, kids received cool mesh, neon drawstring bags, and gray Alternative Apparel waffle shirts, along with the neon gear they got on the dance floor.
Max’s party was amazing – everyone had the best time. Mazel Tov Max!
The following vendors made Max’s celebration special: Party Planner, Catering and Decor: Lawrence Scott Events 516-933-7535; Games and Party Favors: Just Rebecca 516-933-0911; Lighting and DJ: Marcus at Fusion Lighting 516-729-6231; Photographer: Michael Jurick 917-544-1871
Read more of Chloe’s blog posts:
Blog #1 here
Blog #2 here
Blog #3 here
Blog #4 here
Blog #5 here
July 1st, 2015
Melisa Imberman of The Event of a Lifetime Inc., recently planned a Bat Mitzvah in Westchester County, New York, for a girl named Ryan. The result was a Rydiculous and fabulous night at the Salem Golf Club in North Salem, New York.
Once the color palette and logo were set, Melisa used these elements for all the party details. Everywhere you looked, there was hot pink, silver and Ryan’s initial.
The photographer was Peter Oberc Photography.
The hot pink kippot were presented in a beautiful pink trimmed basket
Multi-colored crystals embellished the Bat Mitzvah girl’s gown
Custom converse sneakers with the name and date of the Bat Mitzvah girl (https://mitzvahmarket.com/mitzvah-ideas/decor/a-rydiculous-bat-mitzvah-from-the-event-of-a-lifetime-inc/)
A beautiful arrangement of cherry blossoms adorned the place card table
The place cards featured the letter “R” for Ryan in the hot pink dot
Melisa worked with X-Quisite Flowers & Events on the décor to create the perfect atmosphere with hot pink table linens and seat cushions on the silver Chiavari chairs
The adult table centerpieces were hot pink and silver rhinestone orbs with wild silver branches – making a striking statement
Bejeweled votive candle holders complemented the pink and silver linens
Additional bling on the silver napkins
The hot pink cocktail napkins featured Ryan’s logo
The logo projected on video screens around the ballroom
The kids’ lounge area was a hip and chic place to hang out
Custom pillows on the hot pink couches
A custom pillow
Custom logo’d coffee tables — a great decor element
The “R” Gobo on the dance floor
Custom labels for the water bottles given to guests at the end of the evening
The Bat Mitzvah girl’s favor bags with custom logo and hot pink bags with silver paper
Custom t-shirts worn by the dancers and given out during the party
Ryan’s friend’s received logo’d burn-out hooded sweatshirts
On the way out guests were treated to coffee and delicious cookies
What a Rydiculous way to end the night!
We thank Melisa Imberman for sharing this great Bat Mitzvah celebration with our readers. To learn more about The Event Of A Lifetime, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
Photographer: Peter Oberc Photography
Decor: X-Quisite Flowers & Events
June 28th, 2015
The Rothenberg family from Rockville, Maryland, celebrated son Jack’s Bar Mitzvah at B’nai Israel Congregation in Rockville, Maryland, and the reception at Lakewood Country Club in Rockville, Maryland.
The theme, “Jack’s March Madness” was incorporated everywhere and because of the special date, 3.14.15, special Pi Day elements added to this great celebration.
This is the second celebration for this family, read about older sister Andie’s Bat Mitzvah here. – See more at: https://mitzvahmarket.com/mitzvah-spotlight/family/the-molly-steinberg-bat-mitzvah-spotlight/#sthash.gapxY6zJ.dpuf
This is the second celebration for this family, read about older brother Danny’s Bar Mitzvah here.
This is the second celebration for this family, read about older sister Andie’s Bat Mitzvah here. – See more at: https://mitzvahmarket.com/mitzvah-spotlight/family/the-molly-steinberg-bat-mitzvah-spotlight/#sthash.gapxY6zJ.dpuf
Pictured L-R: Brother Danny, Mom Shelley, Dad Steve and Bar Mitzvah boy Jack.
The photographer was Bradley Images and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.
The family worked with Lee Altobello of Invitinglee on the black and orange invitation. Here is the front of the invitation
The back of the invitation celebrates Pi Day; the day of Jack’s Bar Mitzvah celebration
Jack was ready to recite his Haftorah and Torah portion and help to lead services at B’nai Israel Congregation
The Rothenberg family outside of their synagogue
Mom Shelley and Dad Steve own Talk of the Town, a special events company in Rockville, Maryland, that provides interactive entertainment, props and decorations. The ballroom was everything basketball!
Black lounge furniture throughout the room with orange accents
Basketball pillows and side tables incorporated the theme
The double bar had Jack’s logo on the front and screens on either side of the bar showing basketball videos
LED tables and cocktail tables decorated with custom logos and basketball court table tops
The dance floor was made to look like a basketball court with blue uplighting
Jack posed on the dance floor with his name as a floor decal
Some of the special details included orange pillar and votive candles along with custom cocktail napkins.
The sign-in board was a clear basketball backboard table
Adults enjoyed great dinner stations including sushi, brisket sliders, and a hot dog station with Chicago-style hot dogs and pastrami dogs. Kids enjoyed classic sliders, bacon cheeseburger sliders, chicken and waffles and french fries
Mom and Dad made a special basketball sideline chair for Jack to use during his Horah celebration
MC Spots of Washington Talent was in charge of all the action on the dance floor
In his special Horah chair
MC Spots up on the stage risers
Guests on the dance floor had fun with the Rothenberg family
The kids had their own area during the cocktail hour filled with basketball entertainment from Talk of the Town Entertainment. Some of the interactive fun included: “Urban Hoops,” “Plunk It” and “Pac-Man Battle Royale.” There was a stilt walker with a basketball hoop, an airbrush tattoo artist and an InstaCam green screen digital photo booth
“Plunk It” gave guests a chance to test their skills
Guests also enjoyed the “Strike a Light” game
In honor of Pi Day, 3.14.15, mini pies and milk shakes were passed for dessert
Kids’ favors were t-shirts with a custom logo. Displayed on a table and under the Step-n-Repeat with the same logo
The t-shirt favor for Jack’s guests
Some advice from Mom Shelley:
“Your son/daughter should be your main focus when planning the day. Don’t feel pressure from anyone else.”
The following vendors helped to make Jack’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com
Venue: Lakewood Country Club, 301-762-5430
Photographer: Bradley Images, 410-902-6664
Music Entertainment: MC Spots, Washington Talent, 301-762-1800
Décor/Florist/Party Entertainment: Dad Steve Rothenberg, Talk of the Town Variety Entertainment, 301-738-9500
Favor person: Lisa Schneider, Party Favorites, 301-807-9513
Invitation: Lee Altobello, Invitinglee, 301-983-3354
Montage: Mom Shelley
Sign-In chair/Basketball Court Floor: Dad Steve Rothenberg
Mom Shelley’s dress: Nordstrom Tyson’s Corner
Suits for family members: Dad Steve, Jack and brother Danny: Nordstrom
Hair: Paula, Salon 4, 301-984-1177
Makeup: Stacy Ferguson, 301-233-5323
June 24th, 2015
We have seen Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations at all budget levels. Families get creative with their theme, decor, favors and more.
Sometimes families want to take their celebration to the next level and pay (sometimes more than you can imagine) to surprise their child with a famous singer, actor or sports celebrity.
See some celebrity appearances below:
At a celebration with Crowd Control Entertainment, Dwight Gooden made an appearnace for this Baseball themed Bar Mitzvah and took pictures with all the guests including the happy Bar Mitzvah boy
From Kombert Caterers, looks like Bat Mitzvah girl Jolie is thrilled to meet Jarvis Landry from the Miami Dolphins
Simon Elliot Events was the photographer at the Fierman family Bat Mitzvah. This family celebrated with celebrity guest Cher Llyod
The NY Giants rocked AJ’s Bar Mitzvah with EK Productions
Hi-Tech Photography Events captured the excitement as Jared Glicksman makes his entrance with his Knicks City Dancers entourage!
Todd Yahney Music & Entertainment dancers with Larry Johnson from the NY Knicks at a recent Bar Mitzvah
Mr. Met made an appearance and posed for a picture with Bar Mitzvah boy Eli shot by The Portrait Shoppe
Todd Shapera Photography shot photos of New York Giants Reuben Randle with this Bar Mitzvah family and all their guests
Nicki Minaj attended Matt’s Bar Mitzvah at the Pierre Hotel and performed 7 songs
She wasn’t the only celebrity who attended this celebration. Matt also greeted John Starks
Did your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration include a celebrity appearance? Let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.
June 24th, 2015
With 29 years of experience, Sarah Merians of Sarah Merians Photography & Videography Company knows a thing or two about shooting Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. She’s also an expert in things to consider when planning for twins, since she is one herself!
She tells Mitzvah Market, “Because I am an identical twin, we book a lot of B’nai Mitzvahs because we/I get it.”
Identical sisters Lisa on the left and Sarah on the right
We asked Sarah to answer a few questions that we thought would help Moms and Dads who are planning for their twins B’nai Mitzvah.
MM: Can you please tell us 3 things to consider when families are planning for their twin’s B’nai Mitzvah?
SM: Because I am a twin and know how important individuality is, so we make a special effort to treat each child individually and celebrate them separately.
1. Logos: I suggest separate logos for each child and one joint one to be used where more appropriate.
2. Pre-shoots: The pre-shoot should also be individual (as per each child’s hobbies and likes) and then some images together.
Use images from the pre-shoot for individual sign-in boards
3. Albums: We also have a special album deal for creating 2 albums instead of only one. Each child will eventually live on their own as they grow up and they should each have their own Mitzvah album.
MM: What are the options for photos albums?
SM: We suggest common pages from the party in addition to separate spreads which can celebrate each child’s uniqueness and individuality. I suggest both books have both names on the cover as the twins share the celebration… my Mom had Sarah and Lisa on my album… and Lisa and Sarah on my sisters!
MM: What are the options for favors?
SM: I feel one favor is fine as the gift is for friends and they can be the same from BOTH of them. Some clients do want to give a different looking favor to the boys and girls.
MM: What is your feeling on the Thank you notes. Should each write their own, one note two signatures?
SM: Unless a guest gave only one gift (which would be terrible), I suggest separate thank you notes! Twins that want to be treated as individuals should act as individuals. Also, one twin may want to write something different and should definitely write their own cards.
MM: For twins of the same sex, should they coordinate their outfits?
SM: If the twins are the same sex then I suggest different clothing outfits that celebrate each child in what colors THEY each like and what style looks best on each one!
We thank Sarah for this great insight, to learn more about Sarah Merians Photography & Video Company, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.
For great B’nai Mitzvah theme ideas, click here.
