Creative Bar Bat Mitzvah RSVP Ideas
May 11th, 2016

Creative Bar Bat Mitzvah RSVP Ideas

If you have been trying to find the perfect way to show off your child’s personality the RSVP card may be the perfect way to do it!

With a little creativity, you can turn a great Bar Bat Mitzvah invite into the most talked about part of the event.

And just an FYI, according to Peggy Post, great-granddaughter of manners maven Emily, it is absolutely ok for you to reach out to people to request they send in their RSVP cards once the date has passed!

This vintage sports-themed reply card from Low Schmaltz turned each element of a classic event ticket into the RSVP info


Out of the Box NY included two RSVP cards for guests to choose from

From Dara Grunberg of Dear Friends, this Basketball themed RSVP scores big time

Rsvp-to-me created a Mad Lib inspired RSVP card with a sentence that required guests to fill-in the blank, “When the invitation arrived we (past tense verb) and (exclamation phrase!)”

Becca Goldberg of Suite Paperie offers a colorful splatter paint RSVP perfect for an art-themed Bar or Bat Mitzvah

 TheCoolestGiveaways.com features a great lacrosse design that is the perfect way to celebrate your child’s Mitzvah and the sport


Little Black Dress Paperie
created the perfect RSVP using the girl’s name and keeping with her “sweet” theme

 

 Your guests can RSVP via text message with their mobile phone inspired response card which coordinates with their iMitzvah invitation suite from BarMitzvahCards.net

The Invitation Lady incorporated the Bar Mitzvah boy’s name into the RSVP

Elegantly Stated used the Bar Mitzvah boy’s initials for a very creative RSVP making it more personal

 

Paper Works and Events created a modern 2 color letterpress RSVP on 1 side, solid mat board on the other, and an orange foil stamped address on a blue envelope

On this glow-inspired RSVP from Alexandra Bisono, there is a space for a hand written note below each response  

Did you have a great RSVP card for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah invitation? Please share it with us at: info@mitzvahmarket.com.

A Super Bowl Sunday Bar Mitzvah Party
May 8th, 2016

A Super Bowl Sunday Bar Mitzvah Party

The Shapiro family of Plainview, New York, celebrated son Stefen’s Bar Mitzvah over two days. On Saturday, February 6, 2016, his service was held at Temple Shalom in Woodbury, New York, followed by a luncheon at Cirella’s Restaurant in Melville, New York. Then on Sunday, February 7, 2016, there was an afternoon celebration at the Omni Diner in Uniondale, New York.

Stefen is an avid football fan and it was no coincidence that his Sunday celebration fell on Super Bowl Sunday! The party ended by 4:00pm, just in time for guests to enjoy the the second most important event of the day.

Pictured L-R: Sister Jaidyn, Mom Heather, Bar Mitzvah boy Stefen and Dad Scott.

The photographer was Howard Gorchov and the rest of the vendor information is listed a the end of the spotlight.

Mitzvah Invitation

The family worked with Ellen Futterman of Proper Notice on the custom invitation.

Bar MItzvah invite

Along with the monogrammed football, guests received an invitation to the service and a game ticket featuring party information

Super Bowl Style

The attire was “Jerseys, Jeans and Jewels.” Incorporating their love of the Dallas Cowboys, Bar Mitzvah boy Stefen wore a Dallas “13” Jersey. Dad Scott wore a Troy Aikman throwback jersey, Mom Heather redesigned a Dallas Cowboys jersey with spaghetti straps and bling around the collar and Sister Jaidyn had her Dallas Cowboys’ jersey custom designed into a one shoulder dress.

Mitzvah style

Mitzvah Decor

Simon Elliot Events created the logo, over-sized photos and graphic displays.

 Mitzvah Music and Extra Entertainment

The music was provided by Geo Events with MC Nore. Simon Elliot Events provided interactive entertainment and the sign-in board which doubled as a box pool to create Stefen’s Super Bowl Sunday. During the party, MC Nore pulled random numbers at different intervals at the party based on the sign-in board. They created their own winning combinations.

Cake and Candle Lighting

Mitzvah Favors and Exit Treats

Mitzvah Project

We featured Stefen and friend Mikey Espinosa’s joint Mitzvah Project a few months ago. Since both are video game and football fanatics, they organized a flag football event last October 18, 2015, in Plainview, New York. The clever name of their project was the M.E.S.S.(for the boys’ initials) Flag Football Warrior Bowl. The organizations that benefited from their project are: Wounded Warriors, Rangers Lead the Way; and Building Homes for Heroes

 

Mitzvah project

Pictured L-R: Stefen Shapiro and Mikey Espinosa

Mom to Mom Advice from Heather

“Have fun with the party! Let the experts you are hiring guide you…they know what works best. Stay organized and stress free – this should be an exciting and fun!”

Vendor Directory

The following vendors helped to make Stefen’s Bar Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com

Venue/Caterer/Party Security: Chistoper Leo, Carlyle at the Omni, 516-227-2600
Party Planner/Signage/Sign-In/Graphics/Entertainment: Simon Elliot Events 516-586-6822
Music Entertainment/MC/Centerpieces: GEO Events, MC Nore, 212-572-8323
Photographer/Videographer: Howard Gorchov, 917-653-5044
Invitation: Ellen Futterman, Proper Notice, 516-621-9523
Favors/Pillows: Hyman and Harry, 516-433-1340
Candy/Mitzvah Exit Boxes and Snacks: Kim Khazzam, What’s Your Flavor, 516-659-7567
Cake: Francesco’s Bakery, 516-931-6821
Stefen’s jersey/Dad Scott’s Jersey: Purchased at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas 
Mom Heather/Sister Jaidyn: NFL Shop.com, Executed and blinged by Robin at Designs On You, 631-473-6363
Makeup: Vanessa Soda, All Dolled Up, 516-776-2947
Hair: ID Salon, 516-692-6400

Mitzvah Mom Find: Bat Mitzvah Centerpieces Created With Love
May 8th, 2016

Mitzvah Mom Find: Bat Mitzvah Centerpieces Created With Love

Who better to find the latest and greatest for all things Bar Bat Mitzvahs than our own Mitzvah Moms!

Wait till you see what this Mitzvah Mom and her sister created for Ellie’s Bat Mitzvah.

“My sister Donna and I have been creating centerpieces and decorations for family events for years,” Susan Golden tells Mitzvah Market. My sister has a degree in fashion design and I just love to craft and create things. We wanted to do something a little ‘out of the box’ for my daughter’s Bat Mitzvah. I knew it would be easier (and a lot less pressure on myself) to hand it over to a party decorator but I am a stickler for details and I knew my sister and I were up for the challenge. We decided on the theme “Everything Ellie,” and decorated mannequins in couture representing all of her favorite things.”

It took Susan and her sister four months to create these centerpieces and now that the party is over, they thought someone else might be able to use these works of art. It’s easy to switch out photos and initials for another Bat Mitzvah girl. If you are interested in buying any of the below or would like more to be made, just email Susan at goldensusane@verizon.net.

Bat Mitzvah centerpiece

This wired mannequin, covered in rhinestones and fake flowers, was displayed next to the place card table

Custom Bat Mitzvah Centerpieces

 

Centerpieces By Bat Mitzvah Girl Ellie

Bat Mitzvah girl Ellie is also very talented and she created the candy mannequins below. They are made of styrofoam and covered in candy couture with tulle skirts. They are 15 inches in height and were used on the kids’ tables on top of white cake plates. 

All of the themed mannequins can be adjusted in height. The can be anywhere from 52 inches to 64 inches. Each mannequin stand is glittered in either black or white.

Again, if you are interested in buying any of these centerpieces or would like more to be made, just email Susan at goldensusane@verizon.net.

See more Mom Finds here.

 

A Chic Backyard Bat Mitzvah Celebration
May 4th, 2016

A Chic Backyard Bat Mitzvah Celebration

Jodi Raphael Events from Newton, Massachusetts, designed and planned all of the events for a Bat Mitzvah girl who wanted her celebration to be in her backyard. It was both playful and sophisticated and the perfect place to entertain guests. The Bat Mitzvah girl is a fun-loving young woman who likes color, pattern and roller coasters! The gorgeous linens were chosen with her favorite colors in mind.

The photography was done by Person + Killian Photography.

Backyard Bat Mitzvah
Watch this backyard transform into a great party space right before your eyes!

We thank Jodi Raphael for sharing this beautiful backyard Bat Mitzvah with our readers.

Decor, Design and Coordination: Jodi Raphael Events, Photography: Person+Killian Photography; Music Entertainment: Northern Lights Entertainment; Linens: Table Toppers of Newton, Party Rentals: Creative Event Services, Inc., Be Our Guest, Inc., and Tommy Wholesale Products.

Bar Bat Mitzvah Bathroom Baskets
May 1st, 2016

Bar Bat Mitzvah Bathroom Baskets

One of the small details that comes up as your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah date approaches is the bathroom basket filled with amenities. It’s one of those optional items that isn’t absolutely necessary, but many put together at the last minute.

Some venues and/or decor vendors will take care of this for you. BUT…if you want to DIY, we created a list that will get you started. Usually it’s the ladies room that has a basket, but just in case, we have listed items for the men’s room too!

Our list has some suggested items — you can add or delete as you see fit:

Ladies Lounge Toiletry Baskets:

Anti Frizz Lotion * Tampons & Panty Shields * Sewing Kit * Clear Nail Polish * Eye Drops * Static Guard * Spray Deodorant * Hand/Body Lotion * Dental Floss * Mints/Gum * Emery Boards * Hair Comb & Small Brush * Bobby Pins * Safety Pins * Band-Aids

Men’s Lounge Toiletry Boxes:

Hand Lotion * After Shave Lotion * Emery Boards * Combs & Brushes * Mints * Spray Deodorant * Band-Aids * Eye Drops * Hair Gel/Spray * Lint Brush * Dental Floss * Gum/Mints

Bathroom Baskets From A Few Of Our Mitzvah Family Spotlight Stories

If you have Bar Bat Mitzvah tips for our readers, we’d love to hear them. Contact us at info@mitzvahmarket.com. Thank you!

Unique Bar Bat Mitzvah Table Names and Numbers
April 20th, 2016

Unique Bar Bat Mitzvah Table Names and Numbers

 

 

 

So many aspects of a Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration can be branded to the theme. Why not turn your table numbers or names into part of your Bar or Bat Mitzvah decor?

We’ve rounded up some inspiration for unique table numbers that will make your guests excited to find their seats!

 

 

 

 

 Did your child’s celebration have a creative table number or name? Let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.

The Best of…Mitzvah Family Spotlight Logos
April 20th, 2016

The Best of…Mitzvah Family Spotlight Logos

With nearly 300 Mitzvah Family Spotlight stories since 2008, and new features each week, we know it’s hard to remember everything these creative families have done to celebrate their child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah milestone event.

Many families get creative with their Bar and Bat Mitzvah details. We love showcasing creative fashionentrancesthemes, cakes, invitations and place cards

Many families are using their child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah logo on elements throughout their party in addition to the favor.

Here’s a round-up of some of the fun logos that have been featured and a link back to the entire spotlight story!

Enjoy….

 

 

Bar Mitzvah logo ideas

Bat Mitzvah logos ideas

B’nai Mitzvah logo ideas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Did you have a creative logo for your child’s Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration? Let us know at info@mitzvahmarket.com.

 

 
SPACE: A Versatile Bar Bat Mitzvah Venue
April 17th, 2016

SPACE: A Versatile Bar Bat Mitzvah Venue

SPACE is a revolutionary and renowned Bar Bat Mitzvah venue that offers a unique experience catering to guests of all ages.

For almost a decade, SPACE has provided a solution to alleviate all of the stress and anxiety associated with planning a Bar Bat Mitzvah celebration. Everything from the venue, the menu, the decor, and the staff is in-house offering a private event space that is conducive for both children and adults.

They offer high-tech entertainment, the largest video game selection, a laser tag arena, and exclusive paint-less paintball and bowling alley combining entertainment for all ages with the elegance of a country club, and the ambiance of a nightclub.

No matter how many Bar Bat Mitzvah celebrations you attend at SPACE, it will look completely different each time.

What makes the event execution different at SPACE?
“Every weekend we have 3-4 Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and they’re all different! We custom make centerpieces for each party…we don’t rent anything, instead we build it. I personally buy all the fabric and make custom linens and overlays as well as go to the flower market and make floral arrangements!” She adds, “What sets us apart is that we truly have a turnkey party for you and it’s customized along with the timeline, floor plan, decor and menu!” ~ Elvira, Owner

Take a look at the variety of Bar Bat Mitzvah themes:

BAT MITZVAH WITH A ROSE THEME:

BAR MITZVAH WITH A SKI THEME:

BAT MITZVAH WITH A BEACH THEME:

BAR MITZVAH WITH A ROYAL THEME:

A BAT MITZVAH THAT IS PRETTY IN PINK:

 BAR MITZVAH WITH A SOCCER THEME:

BAT MITZVAH WITH A CUPCAKE THEME:

INCREDIBLE FOOD:

To learn more about SPACE, visit their extended profile page in our Vendor Directory.

An Out Of The Box Bat Mitzvah Celebration
April 17th, 2016

An Out Of The Box Bat Mitzvah Celebration

The Garmise family of Port Washington, New York, celebrated daughter Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah on November 21, 2015, with a service at Temple Sinai in Roslyn, New York, and a party that evening at the Village Club of Lake Success in Great Neck, New York.

Mom Jessica is the founder of Out Of The Box Creations, a Long-Island based event decor company that specializes in unique and creative events. Jessica explains how Hannah’s celebration presented her with a unique creative challenge. “Hannah is very sporty but also has a girlie side, so we went into the event trying to find a way to tie those two parts of her together.” She adds, “Hannah loved chevron from the start so we played up that design in the invitation and all over the party (her girlie side). But we also weaved in her love of sports through her logo, the favors and giveaways.”

Pictured above: (L-R) Dad Jason, Sister Eliza, Bat Mitzvah girl Hannah and Mom Jessica.

Chad David Kraus Photography was the photographer and the rest of the vendor information is listed at the end of the spotlight.

Invitation & Service

Style

Hannah’s navy gown from It’s Simply For You.

Bat Mitzvah dress

Window size versions of Hannah’s chevron pattern and monogram were on display in the windows of the venue

Special Touches

Music Entertainment

The music entertainment was provided by Geo Events with Kenny as the MC.

Montage

Mom Jessica created the montage herself.  The theme was “Who is Hannah?” She used a Website called Fiverr.com to purchase a bunch of animated videos (for $5 each) including an opening video where “Who is Hannah?” is typed into the google search screen.

 

Bat Mitzvah montage

Party Favors/Mitzvah Exit Treats

Bat Mitzvah Highlight Reel

Watch this 90 second highlight reel of Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah which was put together by Chad David Kraus Photography.

Bat Mitzvah highlight reel

Watch here

Mitzvah Project

A week after Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah, on Thanksgiving morning 2015, Hannah and her best friend Rachel Gatz participated in the Garden City Turkey Trot. As their joint Mitzvah Project, the girls decided to raise money to support breast cancer research by running the 5-mile race. The response from their friends and family was amazing. The girls raised over $4,000 to donate to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Everyone making a donation was allowed to indicate a person that they would like Hannah and Rachel to run in honor or memory of and all of those people were printed on the back of their shirts. It was a wonderful project for an even more wonderful cause.

Mom To Mom Advice

Some advice from Mom Jessica:
“My best advice: Stay organized! There are so many moving parts to planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah and the last few weeks can be downright nutty! Pick vendors that you trust to help keep you on the right track and that will work well with each other to make your day go as smooth as possible.”

Vendor Directory

The following vendors helped to make Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah special. If you give any of them a call, let them know you read about their services on MitzvahMarket.com.

Venue: Village Club of Lake Success
Music Entertainment: MC Jason, GEO Events
Invitations: Printed by LoveLauraGifts.com
Party Photographer: Chad David Kraus Photography, 917-532-3478
Décor/Sign-In: Out of the Box Creations
Hannah’s Pre-Party Photo Shoot: Julie Shapiro Photography, 917-696-8916
Video: Stephen Andrews Studios, 516-780-9100
Photo Booth and Games: Great Neck Games
Favors
: Party Favors by Robin, 646-298-5601
Kippah Box: Sweet Grace Art
Montage : Mom (with a little help from Fiverr.com)
Hannah dress: Rachel, Its Simply for You (no longer in business)

Bar Bat Mitzvah Mom Find: A Special “Entrance” Chair
April 16th, 2016

Bar Bat Mitzvah Mom Find: A Special “Entrance” Chair

 

Who better to find the latest and greatest for all things Bar Bat Mitzvahs than our own Mitzvah Moms!

We have spotlighted over 200 families and we thought it would be fun to call out some of the “Mom Finds” that you might have missed.

When Lori Cohn was planning her daughter Sydney’s Bat Mitzvah celebration she turned to Mitzvah Market! She was inspired by the chair featured in another one of our stories.

 

For her daughter’s fashion themed celebration the chair below was a big hit! It was used for her grand entrance and now that the party is over, she would like to sell it.

Bat Mitzvah Horah Chair

This “like new” oversized high heel shoe chair can be used for your child’s entrance or just as added decor!

If you are interested, please get in touch with Lori at lori_cohn@hotmail.com. The chair is $120 and is located in New Jersey, but you will need to arrange for pick-up or shipping.

See more Mom Finds here.