Important new products and trends for special event professionals including in FX, special effects, floral, lighting, linens, props, tabletop items, technical support and tents
Last week, the Cloth Envelope Co. launched a new process of printing that allows for low-volume runs. The company can now print logos and permits on the envelopes with special ink. Fabrics available for envelopes include denim, lace and toile...
Transformit introduces ShadowGraphing, a new technique for tension fabric design. The method results in strong lines and shadows, using the aluminum framework of the structure to create a pattern, shape or message. Transformit specializes in...
Los Angeles-based party rental giant Classic Party Rentals announced Thursday that it has acquired leading Southeast rental company Panache Party Rentals, headquartered in Pompano Beach, Fla. Terms were not disclosed...
The Soap Kitchen offers its scrubs, lip balms and soaps for corporate gifts and wedding favors. The presents--such as a ribbon-wrapped bar of soap with a rhinestone buckle--can be customized to match the colors of an event. All of the company's...
ME2 Design has introduced the "chips and delights" serving tower. The dishwasher-safe product has six stainless steel nesting bowls, each accented with a white enamel rim. Fifteen inches high, the unit breaks down for cleaning and storage...
Subaru Robin debuted its new balloon light tower at The Rental Show two weeks ago. Powered by a generator, the 14-foot-tall light provides a 360-degree glow with 110,000 lumens. The unit includes a 40-watt sub-light for safe, illuminated shutdowns...
Last week, investment company Sverica International, with offices in San Francisco, Boston and Montreal, finalized its acquisition of Phoenix-based Arizona Tents & Events and Tucson, Ariz.-based Party Concepts. Terms were not disclosed...
Cocktail company Stirrings offers colorful beverage components. The company sells mixers made with natural fruit juice, colorful sugar for rimming glasses and nonalcoholic cocktail sodas. Herbal- and floral-infused essences enhance beverages with...
Inner Light Crystal hand-engraves crystal and glass objects with images and text. Etched portraits, logos and images on bottles complement the theme or honoree of an event. The artists also paint, sculpt and engrave furniture...
The online boutique www.beau-coup.com offers wedding accessories, decor items and party favors. New keepsakes include monogrammed luggage tags, votive holders and tiny bamboo steamers. A variety of miniature bags and boxes can hold petit fours...
