Ray of light...

Well this time next week we will most definitely be pooped and hopefully sitting on a tidy sum raised for the pledge. Yes Pop Up Party is nearly here and we have had our far share of hurdles to cross since its inception back in June!

We have had a few people drop out last minute which has caused us a few bottom clenches. Conversly we have also had some amazingly generous offers of donations and company sponsorships (apparently it is a feel good way way to stick 2 fingers up to the tax man!). Flippancy aside I really thank you for your generosity and support. Knowing people are buying tickets even if they can't attend as they appreciate the pledge, the effort and the sheer bloody-mindedness of the Pop team is truly remarkable and humbling!

Another big win is we now have toilets booked - this was causing some concern but The Royal Flush will be provding luxury loos so no crossing legs.

You win again
Now I know that many of you are sadly unable to come due to other commitments. However you can STILL get involved and help raise the event fundraising total. One of the easiest ways is to check out our amazing auction prizes which have been generously donated and send in your maximum bid to me. We will bid on your behalf and you could really be a winner without even raising your hand. Don't take my word for it look at the auction items below - a pair of Pennyhill Park spa tickets are worth in the region of £300 alone and we have two pairs on offer plus many more amazing items...

Ticket to ride
Raffle tickets can also be purchased remotely (email me at helen@pebblecommunications.co.uk if you would like some... £2 per strip). The prizes have all been generously donated by some great British companies... if nothing else please think highly of these companies and pay back the generosity by shopping with them if you ever get the chance.

All that is left to say is "Let's party like it is 1999!"

And let's hope that we won't be "Singing in the rain"...

It's the final countdown

Well in 14 days time the party will be over and we will all have great smiles and probable thumping heads!

At party HQ the pressure is mounting and the "committee" have two meetings in the diary to ensure nothing goes amiss (wine is, natch, agenda item 1). I have to confess to being astounded with the level of response received and for those of you coming you are in for a whole evening of treats. If you don't leave the evening with a fab prize of some sort I will be surprised.

To whet your appetite (and close the deal for those of you sitting on the fence) here is a sneak preview of the evenings activities ....

- 3 gifting trees (£5, £10, £15): for those of you not in the "know" a gifting tree is a tree which guarentees you a gift. Simply part with your money and select a "leaf" from the tree and win. Simple! The bigger the stake the greater your chances of winning a gift of FAR greater value however nothing is worth less than your stake so win:win and there is no limit on the number of goes you can have! Items include 15 x Brita fill and go water bottles, Soda stream, perfume, 10 x votives, champagne, 12 boxes of homemade fudge, Graze subscriptions, books, vouchers for Muddy Boots, Cook, Jojo Maman, Boden, Waterstones...

- Raffle: a classic that even non-attendees can get involved with. 50p per ticket or 5 for £2

- Auction: items are still being clarified and I will post more before the event so silent bids can be sent in if you are wanting to participate but can't attend

- Head 'n tails: Pop £1 in the envelope on the table and when the game starts stand on your feet ready to win yourself 50% of the total party Heads 'n tails stake. When asked by the caller simply place your hand on your head or tail, the coin will be flipped and if you guess right you go through to round 2. If you are "out" within the first 5 rounds you can play again if you double your previous stake...!

Got moves like Jaggar? then you want to read on....

We have BGMs newest signing Truly Ford singing (http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/music/interviews/truly-ford-interview-277658.html) she is tipped for BIG things so be there at the start!

And then we have the Zefrones playing (www.thezefrones.com) a whole host of covers sure to get you in the swing and up and dancing.

Plus we are trying to get some more secret acts lined up for the night..... Nothing like a little last minute push!

Food Glorious Food....
As you know Pop Up is about keeping costs to a minimum and making maximum for the charity.Your £30 tickets includes all the entertainment (and boring things like event license, toilets, marquee etc) so please bring a picnic and booze OR... the pub have kindly offered to do gastro fish and chips for £7 per person - I am coordinating this so please book these with me by Tuesday 17th.

Also we will have a selction of desserts for you to gobble in return for donations. And of course if you are happy to make and bring a dessert to share we never say no, just thank you!

On arrival we will be providing a glass of something lovely and we are hoping we might be even have a gin bar - still under negotiation so watch this space. All you need to remember is to bring your wallets and dancing shoes!

99 Red Balloons
As this is a fundraiser we don't want to waste money on decoration. Both charities have sent us in a selection of balloons to help decorate the marquee and then instead of floral arrangements I have taught myself to crochet and have created 100 flowers for the tables....seriously!

Now after the event I really have no need for 100 crocheted flowers so I am hoping you will fall in love with these homemade, individual and unique items and pop some pennies into the various collection pots around the marquee and take them home with you. Attach to a hair clip, wrap around a hair band, decorate a little girles bedroom, create a baby mobile... you name it these flowers have a million uses so feel free to take them with you.

AND whilst you are feeling creative remember there is a competition for the BEST DRESSED table. Not only will this give the marquee a stylish and unique decor it might also win you a bottle of something in the process. So get creative with candelabras, decorative with dining sets and nutty with napkins and win yourself something special: the title of creative genius.

 

Hotel California?
Not quite...But for those wanting to party on til dawn we are offering camping in the garden/floor space in the house. No charge (although donations welcome) and I will make sure we have a tonne of hot water ready for morning showers... PLUS we will be opening the Pop up Greasy Spoon - those camping will be given a breakfast menu select from and your breakfast will be delivered to your tent door at your selected time - again all in return for a small donation!

Money money money
So all we need is guests... so far we have had payment from 24 people and as I am bank rolling this and need to pay the £3K marquee fee soon, any additional monies appreciated... get in touch and I will send you the bank details. Also please spread the word as the more the merrier and the more Pop Party Go-ers  we have the more we raise.

And finally if you are coming I THANK YOU so much for your support and guarentee you an amazing night. Without you this is all meaningless, without you guys the 1,000,000 pence is zero, without you and your support I wouldn't have realised how lucky I am to be surrounded by so many supportive "yes" people!