Taking a short reprieve from hurrying to pull together our next pop-up shop, we were asked to do something pretty special for one of our favorite non-profit organizations and we jumped at the opportunity. Please read, smile and pass “the good” forward,…
Even though most people know us as the funky furniture restorers, we were honored by Kim Valentini of Smile Network International to be asked to create the setting for their biggest gala event of the year, “A Decade of Smiles” event. We couldn’t have accomplished all of this fantastic decor without the overly talented and beautiful Flora Angela Brama and Carter Averbeck: Chairs of Decor Committee. @smilenetworkinternational. It was a magical night and a phenomenal cause to be a part of. — Smile Network Gala Event (4 photos)
We created larger than life Letters spelling out the word “SMILE”, otherworldly trees both on the ground and floating above the heads of the guests, lots of incredible lighting effects inside one incredible piece of architectural history called Aria in Minneapolis MN. My prolific and ungodly talented cohort: Flora Brama helped tremendously with the decor ideas – bringing everything to colorful life. She was as funny as she was hardworking – such a heart of gold, as do all who had volunteered their time to help put this event on.
Aside from raising funds to help surgeries for children in need around the globe, the guests were entertained by the uniquely entertaining voice of Nichals David, who’s recent stint on “The Voice” on television has given him the notoriety he truly deserves. His talent made the evening that much more special. The gala was an event to remember and we are humbled to be a part of making it happen.
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Smile Network International
Now it’s back to the grind,…..the good kind – finishing up on fabulous pieces of vintage furniture for our upcoming Pop-Up Shop opening at the Northrup King Building in NE Minneapolis MAy 16-19.