Photos from the Macys Bridal Event 2009 (Columbia, MD)

Met with future brides and networked with fellow Vendors. We are looking forward to next year.

The ABC Guide for the "Bride-to-be"

Be Available – Decide on at least three possible dates to have your dream wedding.

Be Blissful – It’s your day to shine.

Be Careful – Don’t wear too much make-up. It could interfere with the photography. You want your smile captured in the most beautiful way.

Be Decisive – In choosing your bridal party, just because you know someone doesn't mean they have to be "in" the wedding. You do have a guest list.

Be Elegant – Style is important. Pick one of your own or that works for you.

Be Flexible – Sometimes a vendor that the bride wants for her wedding is not available for her special day. If the vendor is anm essentail part of the wedding, consider changing the date.

Be Graceful – Take your time to walk down the aisle and smile.

Be Happy – This is your lifetime decision.

Be Illustrious – Make this a memorable occasion for all.

Be Joyous – Enjoy your day!

Be Keen – Know where to cut your cost on the non-essential details of the wedding.

Be Loving – Love your new family.

Be Magnificent – Magic happens when you least expect it.

Be Nearby – Plan to have multiple contact numbers. You may need to be reached in the case of an emergency.

Be Organized – TNT Designs Events is always available to help you in this area.

Be Prepared – Sometimes things happen; If the cake doesn’t arrive on time...just breathe.

Be acQuainted – Get to know the Groom and his family

Be Registered – The most common question people ask when you get engaged is “where are you registered” or “where can I find your bridal registry”. So don’t forget to make a REGISTRY.

Be Sociable – Thank everyone for their love and support.

Be on TIME – Do not make your guests wait on you to arrive.

Be Understanding – Everyone, even your mother, may not like the colors you choose for your wedding.

Be Victorious – The day will end in 8-10 hours, but the moments last a lifetime.

Be Willing – You cannot invite EVERYBODY who knew you since you were 2, to your reception. Stick to a BUDGET!!!

Be eXquisite – Your style is important, whether traditional or contemporary

Be Youthful – Imaginative!

Be Zealous – FULL OF LIFE! Amen!

My Business Inspiration

The inspiration behind TNT Designs Events is my Grandma, Mae B. Callis. Ever since I was a little girl, I knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur just like her.

The first beginnings were when I would visit her during our school breaks in Freeman, Virginia. (It was a big thing to say we were her grandchildren from Maryland) She would tell me the stories of her getting her license and working in the salon. She told me about all her family members that were also beauticians, especially her baby sister Laura. She would teach me about hairstyling, let me practice “pin-curling” her hair and hold the marcel irons and pressing comb. And even put me up on her kitchen counter and wash my hair and press my hair.

So as I got older, I thought what a great tribute to her would be to own a beauty salon and name the salon after her. It would have been named “Maebelle’s Unique Boutique”. Yes, I know that it’s not the most appealing name, but hey, it was for her.

Since that idea…I have elevated to newer heights and experiences. TNT Designs Events has become a premiere event planning and scrapbooking company located in the Prince George’s County, Maryland area.

It still remains that my Grandma is the inspiration and driving force behind TNT.

It is unfortunate that she is no longer here on earth with us to see what her granddaughter has accomplished. She is missed dearly.

Grandma -

When we think of you we think of love and strength.
We were truly blessed to have you as our grandmother.
You laid the foundation for our family.
You taught us when life gets hard to get down on our knees and pray.
You showed us that we could always rely on family.
Your spirit will forever be in our presence.
Your strength and grace will forever be remembered.
We will love you always.

Your Grandchildren

Mae Bell Callis (b.1930- d. 2008)