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How do you plan an amazing party - the best ever? You want everyone to love your party, right? One where all your guests will congratulate you on a mighty fine effort, but how? Whether you’ve been tasked to organise the company summer or Christmas party, a christening or family gathering, all of these ideas and hints can apply to you. We’ve all been to parties where people are sitting around slightly bored – looking for a polite…

12 things you’ll regret if you don’t do these on your wedding day

April 23, 2020

12 things you'll regret if you don’t do these on your wedding day As a Norfolk based wedding magician and balloon entertainer, I really wished people would have said, “Why didn’t we hire you? The fun, laughter, screams of delight and air-punching your entertainment creates would have led to a wonderful feel-good factor on our day. We could have relaxed as a couple much more knowing that you were there looking after everyone - whilst we hid away to have…

20 top wedding tips and ideas you just have to know

February 3, 2020

Wedding entertainment

20 Top wedding tips and ideas you need to know! There are a lot of things you should know if you’re planning a successful wedding. There are so many hints, tips, ideas and even hacks that could lead you to wedding planning success. I have attended many weddings as a magician and balloon artist, as well as helping out with advice to my clients when planning their day. Here are 20 tips, divided into the areas of 'Planning' and…

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The perfect wedding drinks reception

December 17, 2019

Having the perfect wedding drinks reception is key. Imagine it: you will already have set the ambience of your day during the ceremony; the decor you chose, the music you played and any personal touches you decided to include. But once that is finished, your guests are propelled into the drinks reception period... …and this sets the tone of the entire day! So, read this 5 minute article to ensure you get it right! I’m Nick Twist, a Norwich based…

Autumn wedding ideas

May 1, 2019

Autumn wedding ideas for the UK Autumn weddings are the new summer weddings! This article will offer over 20 different tips across more than 10 areas for consideration. Plus, if that isn't enough, you can even download a free autumn themed wedding guestbook resource at the end! So here it is: .Norfolk based wedding magician, Nick Twist, takes a look at the latest trends and autumn wedding ideas… 1. When should you book an autumn wedding? …

Tips on hiring a magician

March 14, 2019

Uncategorized, Wedding planning

Looking to hire a magician in Norfolk or Suffolk for your wedding, party or event? You need to consider a number of factors. Norfolk and Suffolk based magician Nick Twist explains what you should look for. So what makes for a good choice of magician? Well, oddly, It’s not just the magic which is important – it's the magician's understanding of you and making your wedding or event the very best it can be. It’s their professionalism, their ability to…

Wedding speech tips

November 28, 2018

Worried about your wedding speech and could do with a tip or two? Don’t worry – you’re not alone! Speeches are often a really fun point in the day for your guests. But you are probably nervous of the best man’s speech… will it run on too long or contain rude parts which will offend Aunt Maggie or the new Mother-in-law?! So, follow these tips and rules. Pass them on to anyone else planning a speech at your wedding…

Reasons to hire a wedding magician

November 16, 2018

So, what did they regret? Let's find out. Not only that, but we will also see what 84% of guests want at weddings. Let's go... On reflection of their special day, 72% of newly-weds wished they had planned more entertainment for their guests. (Source – Bride and Groom magazine) In your eyes, the day will go very quickly. You will be busy and there will not be a moment to be bored. It will be amazing! But you’ve been to a…

Children at your wedding? Don’t make these common mistakes!

August 22, 2018

Wedding entertainment