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About Georgia Blair
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Expertise
Are you planning a child's birthday party at home? Want to make it more exciting than exhausting? A little expert advice can help make it a more memorable event. The Party Fairy's strategies for successful parties can help parents turn down the chaos level and turn up the fun. We specialize in fantasy tea parties - but whether you're planning a sweet and nostalgic tea party or a rough-and-rowdy treasure hunt for boisterous little pirates, we have plenty of tips, tools and techniques to share. Need an idea for a centerpiece? A party game? Wondering whether the activities you have selected are age-appropriate for your guests? Not sure what to do with the two little boy cousins invited to a very girlie-girlie tea party? We can answer a variety of questions on many topics. Chances are good that we've heard your question before - but if not, we've created an entire business from the ability to create and imagine workable programs for children!

Experience
As the owner of The Party Fairy, I have personally conducted more than 500 birthday parties for children on a paid basis - and did this free of charge for years before I decided to trun it into a business. All told, I have probably conducted more than 650 parties. My parties feature original storytelling, games and crafts - and offer parents the complete package of party decorations as well. I travel to preschools to perform storytelling programs which combine improvisational drama and interactive role-playing with children, and conduct a variety of imaginative programs for children as part of the special events offerings at The Party Fairy Store. I also host themed summer day camps for children.

Organizations
None are relevant.:) And don't worry; nothing odd. Just church and school organizations.

Publications
New York Times regional newspapers chain (I was an employee for several years and worked at various newspapers during my 20-year journalism career) I also worked at many smaller newspapers throughout Alabama

Education/Credentials
I was a journalism major many, many years ago - shortly after the world was created. :) Although a journalistic background is not particularly relevant to the business of children's party planning, a communications background could prove useful in answering questions from the public. Other Party Fairy employees whose opinions may be sought for particularly challenging questions include a former elementary school music teacher, a newly-graduated marketing major and a new MBA grad. :) What a mixed lot we are!

Awards and Honors
Hmmm.... The only ones possibly relevant here are several Associated Press newswriting awards

Past/Present Clients
No one of national note or significance (yet!) because my clients are all pretty much under 9 years old! But to their parents, of course, my little clients are all shining stars! :)

   

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adoption dedication ceremony and reception11/11/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: My husband and I are preparing to adopt two children (7yo girl, 4 yo boy) from the foster care ...
  A: Bless you for being foster parents, sharing your home and your hearts with children -- and how ...
wedding reception menu plannig11/9/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: My daughter plans to marry on June 19 in southern Illinois. She wants an outside, evening wedding. I ...
  A: Since I am an overall planner I have not become an expert in the catering area, rather relying on my ...
polka dot party11/9/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: My daugther wants to have a polka dot party for her 6th birthday. I need help with wording for the ...
  A: Here's a verse that might work for you...Just replace the name Katie with your daughter's name. :) ...
alcohol11/8/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: please could you help me. i am needing a list of alcohol and amount needed to be bought for a party ...
  A: Nadia: I suggest that you consult with your local liquor store manager who will give you an ...
Retirement Party (chief of Police)11/4/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: I need an idea of what to do as a center piece. The party is being held on 12/11/09. The party is ...
  A: Most every guest of honor is pleased and honored with event decorations that include photos of him. ...
70th birthday party11/4/2009Aidan Heritage
  Q: I am planning a 70th birthday party for my mother. I would like some good ideas on decorating and ...
  A: It sounds like you already have a pretty fair plan – the important thing about any party is that ...
Invitation wording11/3/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: I am holding a new years eve party and am about to send the invites out but I have a question ...
  A: You simply state that the guests are invited for a New Year's Eve Celebration including a late ...
HELP my birthday is in 26 days10/30/2009Aidan Heritage
  Q: HELP my birthday is in 26 days and i don't have any plans or anything please give me any ideas our ...
  A: My birthdays tomorrow, but that aside! MOST important thing for a birthday is to have fun, so do ...
Joint father and son birthday party invite wording10/29/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: I asked a question on 10/28/09 about wording for my sons and husbands joint birthday party. You ...
  A: Hmmmmm.... I have to confess my mind is still exhausted from our trip to Disney World! Thank you so ...
birthday party wording10/29/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: I am planning a "baking party" for my little girl's 4th birthday. The kids will be decorating small ...
  A: :) I thought about your question on the plane home... Since the girls are all 4, and it's a tea ...
sweet 16 theme10/28/2009John Gordon
  Q: I would like to have a Broadway themed party for my sweet 16. Can you help me with ideas of how to ...
  A: Caroline Why Broadway? Withpout knowing what you think it represents and why you want it, it would ...
Birthday Party Invitation Wording10/27/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: I am having a joint birthday party for my son and husband. My son is turing 1 and my husband is ...
  A: Marina: I have this for a suggestion: Baby celebrates 365 days! Daddy celebrates 360 months! ...
20th Birthday Party10/27/2009John Gordon
  Q: I need help planning my 20th birthday party. It isn't until february but nonetheless I'd like to ...
  A: Kristin I'm sure you'll get lots of help on this (as it isn't a personal request to just me)..... ...
13th birthday party ideas?10/26/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: So im turning 13 next month and im having my party early because thats a busy month for my family ...
  A: Nicole: Since I specialize in adult party planning I don't feel that my ideas are the best and most ...
Party Planning10/25/2009Mary Lee Ferrin
  Q: My 21st birthday is in december and I don't have a clue what to do or how to have it.
  A: I really need more information to be able to offer suggestions for your birthday. You would need to ...
birthday party wording10/23/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: I am planning a "baking party" for my little girl's 4th birthday. The kids will be decorating small ...
  A: Very cute idea for a party! :) Lends itself very well to lots of fun party favor ideas, too. Wilton ...
Baby Shower.10/22/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: My brother and his wife are expecting to have a baby in November. They live in AZ and aren't able to ...
  A: Abby: ...
5 yr. old camping b-day party10/20/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: I'm throwing my soon to be 5 year old son a camping birthday party. Most people invited are good ...
  A: The good news (I think!) is that most parents of 4 and 5-year-olds will not want to stay out late ...
Baby Shower10/17/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: We are planning a baby shower in Michigan for a mom to be that lives in Washington. She'll be ...
  A: Angie: ...
Please Help! Xmas Eve 6th Birthday10/15/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: I stumbled upon this site when searching for invitation wording ideas. What cute ideas for ...
  A: This event sounds wonderful! What a lovely way to celebrate your daughter's Christmas Eve birthday. ...
separate party invitations10/14/2009Patty Sachs
  Q: For our son's bar mitzvah we are planning a fancy lunch after the service (complete with ...
  A: Sorry for the delay...just saw this question. In order to keep things straight, I would send a ...
musical birthday party10/11/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: We are planning our son's 2nd birthday party and he loves music. Any ideas would be appreciated. ...
  A: Sounds like you have a great start for a fun celebration for your little music lover. Here are a ...
Friend is going away10/10/2009John Gordon
  Q: my friend just found out he has to leave in a week and a half to France because he plays ...
  A: Bit short notice. My guess is that at your age you'll want a simple gathering of friends doing what ...
December Birthdays10/7/2009Wendy Legendre
  Q: I am throwing my daughters a joint birthday party in December. Lily will be 3 and Claire will be 1 ...
  A: Here is the wording for you. My apologies for the wait, but this type of custom work takes a great ...
Invitations10/3/2009Wendy Legendre
  Q: I need help wording invitations for my son, Julius', 2nd birthday. I don't really know where to ...
  A: You're invited to go wild And join us at the zoo To celebrate our big event As Julius turns 2 The ...
going away party9/29/2009The Recovering Sorority Girls (Kristina "Morgan" Rose and Deandra "Brooksie" Brooks)
  Q: well him planning on having a party for me and some of my friends and family its going to be about ...
  A: A great party starts with a great theme. Why not start with your future destination, and make that ...
Combined Party9/29/2009Wendy Legendre
  Q: I'm looking for wording for the invitation as well as some appropriate ideas for decorations. Its ...
  A: My apologies for the wait, but this was a toughie. Every time I had an idea, I didn't have enough ...
going away party9/26/2009John Gordon
  Q: I'm moving away and i will like to throw a party to tell everyone how much i will miss them... I'm ...
  A: Wow Tiffani You are moving pretty soon .... my guess is that you'll have SO much to talk about with ...
help?9/26/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: im planning a party for a girl turning 12. please give me some creative ideas, because i am running ...
  A: Girls this age generally love taking a small group on an outing, then returning home for a ...
birthday invite wording9/26/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: The Minnie Mouse invite wording for my daughters you did for me was a really big hit thank you. So ...
  A: Molly, you are so kind to want to leave a good review, and I do appreciate that! But truthfully, I ...
birthday invite wording9/26/2009Georgia Blair
  Q: The Minnie Mouse invite wording for my daughters you did for me was a really big hit thank you. So ...
  A: Well, it practically HAS to be a "How the West Was ONE" theme, doesn't it? LOL I don't suppose we ...
16th birthday party9/24/2009John Gordon
  Q: What if you want to have friends over but not like a big party with everyone in there like you doing ...
  A: Wesley Nobosy can help you decide what to do. People are different..... tastes, styles, cultures. ...
party help9/20/2009John Gordon
  Q: My name is Molly and my son is going to be 1 on Christmas day!!! The worst day of the year to be ...
  A: What I am unable to understand about the party you describe is who it's for. I guess it's for the ...
My 13th Birthday?9/20/2009Wendy Legendre
  Q: So, its my 13th birthday in just over a month, and i really want to do something special that people ...
  A: Sounds like you're planning quite an event. Outdoor parties are alot of fun. Regarding your ...
function9/14/2009John Gordon
  Q: I am a volunteer fundraiser for a childrens charity in Cape Town, SA - organising a ladies lunch - ...
  A: I think I would translate Diamonds into all kinds of decor items thyat are glass, silver, ...
Invitation Wording9/12/2009Felicia Reymont
  Q: I need help, I'm having trouble comng up with catchy invitation wording for A surprise bonfire ...
  A: Natalie. You've come to the right place. Invitations (in clever rhyme, of course) are a frequent ...
cheese and crackers for 75 - 100 people9/11/2009Mary Lee Ferrin
  Q: We are holding registration at our curling club on Monday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. We are ...
  A: Here is what you should have for 100, just to be on the safe side: 6 pounds small crackers in a ...
Wording for birthday invitation9/9/2009Wendy Legendre
  Q: I really need help on wording invitations for my son's 5th b-day party. Here are the specifics: At ...
  A: A fun-filled day is being planned We hope that you'll be there To celebrate Kade's 5th birthday With ...
Help9/8/2009John Gordon
  Q: I am a New York socialite, and I am planning a huge Christmas party. But there are two family's I do ...
  A: I'll reply quickly as I don't really understand the problem and you'll no doubt get answers that are ...
Help9/8/2009Wendy Legendre
  Q: I am a New York socialite, and I am planning a huge Christmas party. But there are two family's I do ...
  A: I'm guessing there is a specific reason why you do not want to invite two families in particular to ...

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The Recovering Sorority Girls (Kristina "Morgan" Rose and Deandra "Brooksie" Brooks)Wendy LegendreGeorgia Blair
Stephanie MaloneMary Lee FerrinAidan Heritage
Felicia ReymontJohn GordonPatty Sachs
   

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