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Allens Hire's perfect Valentine's Day dinner for two: Part 1
Valentine’s Day is under a week away and Allens Hire have a guide on how to arrange a spectacular and romantic dinner at home.
10 London events to look forward to in 2015
It seems like there’s always something going on in London. Here are 15 events in and around the capital for 2015 that you might want to add to your diary.
How to Choose a Theme for Your Party
Planning a big party or event can be a daunting prospect. We’ve put together some tips to help you pick the right theme for your event.
And the Pantone Colour of the Year for 2015 is…wait, what?
We have a winner! The Pantone Colour of the Year 2015 is Marsala; a robust and earthy shade of red, perfect for laying a foundation of elegance, within the home or at a glamorous event. But it’s a shade that has sparked debate.
The Allens Hire 2015 Wedding Checklist
If you’re getting married in 2015 (or even 2016), now is the perfect time to start planning the event. Of course, organising a wedding can be a daunting task, so we’ve put together a checklist of the essentials you’ll need – whether you’re opting for a grand affair or something more intimate.
Five Creative Napkin Folding Ideas and Simple, Step-By-Step Guides
You’re hosting a dinner party, you’ve decorated your space, chosen your glassware, dishes and cutlery; you’ve even got your hands on a beautiful tablecloth and linen napkins.
Four Weeks to the Perfect Dinner Party - A Dinner Party Checklist by Allens
Everybody loves a good dinner party, apart from an unprepared host.
If you’re not properly organised, a simple dinner party for 6 to 10 people can become a horrendous ordeal. It’s up to you to prepare a fantastic meal and entertain guests at the same time; not to mention have a good time for yourself. Before long, you’re quite literally spinning plates and that could end in disaster.
Counting Down to the Perfect New Year’s Eve Party with These 10 Simple Steps
Should auld acquaintance be forgot? Definitely not - - and neither should a New Year’s Eve Party.
So how do you throw a New Year’s Eve bash that your friends, family or colleagues will always remember? You can start by taking a look at our 10 Simple Steps for the Perfect New Year’s Eve Party.
Allens Hire Picks 5 Christmas Party Cocktails
You can sprinkle some fairy dust on your Christmas party by preparing some extra special Christmas cocktails for the big event. But with so many yummy yuletide treats to choose from, which will you prepare?
Here Comes the B-r-r-ride! Ideas for a Winter Wonderland Wedding in 2015
If you’re prepared to brave the Great British weather, winter weddings can be even more magical and romantic than their summer equivalents; and they can be a lot more cost effective too.
