Guess who turned ten! The Perfect Thing’s Anniversary Celebration

I was so excited when the wonderful ladies at Wheaton’s The Perfect Thing asked me to help plan their tenth anniversary celebration. There couldn’t be two ladies whose hard work is more deserving of a celebration.

To add to the fun, they completely trusted my ideas for the weekend’s events. Even the ones I thought may be a bit more outlandish. (Hiding 10th anniversary coins all over the store good for 50% off your purchase!?!? Proud to say this turned out to be a HUGE hit.)

The wonderfully talented Elizabeth Tornabene designed all the advertisements and graphics for the weekend. They really spoke to the celebration and the refined pieces for which the Perfect Thing is known.

Ads and promos for The Perfect Thing's Tenth Anniversary
Ads and promos for The Perfect Thing’s Tenth Anniversary

The weekend’s celebration kicked off with a book signing by the incredible Judith Miller. Judith is not only one of the world’s foremost experts on antiques (having written over 100 books on the subject), but she is also an absolute doll to work with. I was thrilled that we were able to get her and The Perfect Thing on WGN Morning News! Click here to see the clip and get her tips on what to avoid when antiquing.

Antique expert, Judith Miller visits Chicago for The Perfect Thing's Tenth Anniversary
International antique expert, Judith Miller, visits Chicago for The Perfect Thing’s Tenth Anniversary

The Perfect Thing also hosted a beautiful trunk show featuring the antique jewels of Lori Mesa. Aren’t these pieces just stunning?

Lori Mesa Antiques and Fine Jewelry
Beautiful antique jewels from Lori Mesa Antiques and Fine Jewelry Trunk Show

We ended the weekend with a day of free appraisals from area experts including The Perfect Thing’s Judith Martin and Kate Martin.

Judith Martin of the Perfect Thing gives an appraisal.
Judith Martin offers an appraisal.

All weekend long, we offered special promotions, scratch cards for great discounts, and a free drawing for The Perfect Thing gift certificates. The party was enhanced by refreshments provided by The Perfect Thing’s great neighbors, Nothing Bundt Cake and Chik-Fil-A. You just couldn’t keep from celebrating while in the store!

Huge congrats to everyone at The Perfect Thing on ten great years. We at Rosy Events look forward to watching you grow for many more!