Over the years I have learned to pack along with my event
road case, besides the normal sharpies and scissors.
Wrinkle Releaser- This is great for linen creases when the
linens are already down or when using pipe and drape. Makes it a lot easier
than steaming and ironing in a hurry!
Zip Ties- From your standard cord bundle to your cocktail
table sash, they can do it all. They can replace floral wire and also make your
LED Lighting cords a lot less chaotic.
Gaff Tape- Perfect for taping carpet steams, bundling your
pipes during strike, and making the holes in your hanging drape disappear. Need
to sew something onsite and fast? Gaff tape is usable without damaging
fabric (except lace and velour).
Anti-Bacterial Windex- From touching up your mirrors and
glassware onsite to cleaning up what the last event left for you.
Command Strips- This is one of my favorite items. I cannot
tell you how many times I have been thanked for using these on podiums and
doors instead of tape or other adhesives. They hold quite a bit of weight and
come off clean, leaving no trace of residue or damage to the surface. These
are also wonderful when you do not want a centerpiece to slide around on mirror
or fixing a feather topper to tall skinny piece of glassware.
Staple Gun- From a quick fix of drape to fixing signage they
come in handy.
Magic Erasers- Checkered dance floors are quite popular
these days along with a lot of acrylic products. These will remove those
transportation and installation marks not to mention the scuffs on a brides
shoes or the spot on your muslin fabric. They are truly magical.
Tylenol- Not only is this for the team but for your
flowers. Have your floral had a rough day? Give them ½ an aspirin and it
will perk them right up.
Power Strip- Have a cord that just won’t reach? Did the DJ
not plan on you having to use that source as well? Want to protect a valuable
electronic? Power strips are great to keep a circuit from completely tripping
out your entire system to protecting your products onsite. Also when working at
an outside festival or event your electronic devices are best plugged into the
power strip because you never know how the outdoor source will react to weather
and or a lots of use.
Bounce Dryer Sheets- Are great to get that leftover wax off
your mirrors and glassware to making an entrance way a little fresher smelling
by hiding them in your entrance fabric and or greenery. Trust me someone will
notice the fresh smell. These too are great
to remove static on the bride or mother of the brides dress or the key note
speaker’s jacket. You don’t want that type of electricity in the wrong place.
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