November 15th, 2011
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Sure, there are plenty of ways to jazz up a birthday party or celebration, but none are as versatile and affordable as a rental projector. Read on for our best tips for enhancing any kind of birthday gathering with family or friends.
Celebrate a Milestone
Milestone birthdays should receive that added white-glove treatment, as a way of remembering any special occasion. Whether it’s age 13 (the dawn of the teen years), 18 (legal age of adulthood), 21, 30, 40 or higher, milestone birthdays deserve extra attention, and so does your guest of honor. Why not commemorate the occasion with a trip down memory lane, displayed in larger than life technology with a rental projector? A photo montage is a fun, special way to honor the birthday celebrant. Remember to include some baby pictures and try not to feature too many embarrassing moments!
Messages from Friends and Family
One of the best and most memorable ways to mark a special birthday is with personal video messages from family and friends. It doesn’t take a lot of technical know-how to put together a simple collection of well wishes from loved ones. Your birthday boy or girl will feel extra special when the messages are showcased with a rental projector at the party or gathering, plus a DVD makes an excellent keepsake for the event.
Cost-Effective Rental Projector
For about the same price of a clown or balloon animal maker for just an hour or two, you can enjoy a full weekend rental of an LCD projector to enhance your child’s birthday event. Show home movies, new releases, host a gaming competition, and include big-screen entertainment at the party with an affordable, easy to use rental projector.
Fun for All Ages
Whether you choose to display scenes from the previous year, or to highlight childhood photos and milestone memories, your guest of honor and your party guests are sure to appreciate all that a rental projector adds to the party. For littler ones, you can have a “name that movie” contest, or play “pin the tail on the donkey” in bright, vivid color. Teens and older children will enjoy gaming time projected onto a sheet or a large blank wall. Adults will appreciate a slide show montage, classic movies, and much more.
With a rental projector at your next birthday celebration, the possibilities are limited only by your imagination. Click here now to learn more about the November rental specials at Projector123.com.
May 20th, 2011
Celebrating the graduation of a loved one this month? Why not give them a full weekend of fun with a rental projector from Projector123.com? From gaming competitions to movie marathons to home movies, rental projectors offer hours of endless fun and entertainment. Click here now to reserve a rental projector and let the games begin.
April 4th, 2011
It’s that time of year again – when graduation gowns are donned, caps are jubilantly cast upwards into the sky and graduation parties abound. But what if you’re looking to plan a more posh party for your sophisticated graduate? Here are our best tips for planning an upscale graduation party.
For starters, every elegant gathering begins with beautiful invitations. To plan a truly posh graduation party, you can expect to spend a fair amount of money on custom invitations (no evites!) The size of your guest list will most often be determined by the size of your available budget.
Next, you’ll want to consider the venue. If you can afford the spend, a rental location or event hall would make an excellent spot for your swanky soiree. If your budget is a bit tighter, you can certainly still plan a rather refined gathering to be held at your home for a fraction of the cost.
/>The next step is the food. This is where “posh” really comes into play. Unless you’re throwing a college gradation party where guests are all of legal drinking age, champagne is probably not a good idea. However, there are many recipes to be found online for elegant non-alcoholic punch and other such beverages. Finger food should be bite-size, upscale and beautiful.
Some examples may include:
- toast points spread with cream cheese and topped with caviar
- cheese tray with assorted cheeses and crackers
- a cold plate featuring fresh and dried fruits, nuts, pickles and cured meats
- puffed pastry bites stuffed with sweet or savory fillings
Alternatively, you may wish to stick with known crowd pleasers (jambalaya, hearty soups, cocktail meatballs, finger sandwiches), in which case you can easily elevate the appearance by using your finest serving trays on a beautifully set table, complete with a stunning centerpiece.
Above all else, keep in mind the personality and spirit of your graduate – if he/she prefers to dance to rock music, then a posh party probably isn’t the best fit. If your grad is a ballet star, then keep the decorations, the food and the mood as elegant as possible to match.
Of course, no graduation party would be complete without an LCD rental projector, showcasing a photo montage of the most touching and humorous memories from the life of your grad. Click here to rent a projector from Projector123.com – you’re sure to be impressed by our ease of ordering, our professional grade rental projectors, and our outstanding customer service. Discover the Projector123.com difference now.
September 17th, 2010
Gearing up for a class reunion? Whether this is your 5th reunion or your 50th, everyone appreciates a photo montage to reminisce about days gone by. In this third and final installment, we’ll look at how to pull your slide show all together in the perfect balance.
Pulling It All Together
Striking a balance is key in any photo slide show. It’s wise to include a combination with variety – with images that are funny, sweet, cute, romantic, happy, etc., and featuring a variety of people as well (nobody appreciates when half of the images include the reunion planner.)
This should go without saying, but it’s still worth mentioning: use discretion when selecting photos for the class reunion slide show. In other words, keep it pretty clean. Certainly, you’ll want to include some funny or embarrassing photos that feature a mouthful of food, big crazy hair, or clothing that is now totally out of style, but some images are just not appropriate at all.
Photos to leave out would include anything with nudity, obscene gestures, drugs, etc. Likewise, images that include anything that would be downright hurtful are never welcome or appropriate at a class reunion.
 Once you’ve selected all the images you plan to use, the next step is to choose music. Figure about 12 slides per minute of music (1 second each for fading in and fading out of each image, and about 3 seconds of viewing time per image), and this should give you an idea of how many songs you’ll need.
When it’s time to pull it all together, you can use a service like www.animoto.com or www.photoshow.com or you can simply use software on your computer such as iMovie for the Mac or PowerPoint for the PC. Once it’s all complete, burn it to CD or DVD (make a couple of copies) and test it in a DVD player or on another computer, just to be sure everything is working. You can either use a DVD or hook up a laptop to your rental projector to display your slide show at the appropriate time.
Speaking of rental projectors, it’s never been easier to rent a projector from Projector123.com. Just click here to get started and your classmates will be talking about your class reunion for years to come!
September 15th, 2010
Starting to gather photographs and memorabilia for your upcoming class reunion? In part 2 of this three-part series on how to organize a photo montage for a class reunion, we’ll provide you with some tips on how to get more photos from your classmates if you’re not receiving as many as you’d like.
The best way to encourage your classmates to submit their photos is to make the process as easy as possible. You might choose to offer different options – for example, people can mail their pictures with their name and address on the back, and you can scan the photos for them and return their pictures by mail (or have them pick up their photos at the event), or you can allow people to scan and email pictures to you, or you can encourage people to post their old high school photos on Facebook, and you can grab images from there. The easier you make it, the more likely folks will participate.
If you’ve made it as easy as possible, and you’re still lacking enough images for a decent slide show, you might consider offering a prize or incentive to the person who submits the most photos. Of course, this could possibly backfire, as you might wind up with 100 photos of Mary Alice and no one else, but it’s worth a shot.
In the next and final installment, we’ll look at ways to pull it all together to create the perfect photo montage for your class reunion.
No matter how many photos you ultimately collect, nothing showcases your photo montage better than a rental projector from Projector123.com. As the leading professionals in rental projectors, Projector123.com offers fast, easy, affordable projector rentals, shipped anywhere in the U.S. What’s more, our team of expert reps can answer any question you have about ordering or setting up a projector (although, with our easy quick-start guide that’s included in every rental, odds are you’ll never have to call!) Click here to learn more or to reserve your rental projector today.
September 13th, 2010
Class reunions – the gatherings some look forward to, and others dread (or avoid completely). But these reconnections can be fun, exciting and enlightening with careful planning and an open mind. If you’re planning a class reunion, here are some simple tips for pulling together a photo montage or digital slide show for the big event.
 Part 1: Gathering Photos
It might sound obvious, but the first step is to gather some photos of your own. Do your best to include lots of different people, and scan your images to make them easy to work with.
Once you’ve collected some of your own photos, start reaching out to people you’ve stayed in communication with. (Another great place to start would be the reunion planning committee.)
Use social media to your advantage – as you’re finding old classmates on Facebook and other forms of social media, post some pictures and tag people in the photos. It’s amazing how even a short walk down memory lane is often enough to encourage people to break out their own favorite photos and memorabilia from school days gone by. You can even set up a Facebook group for your class (or your event) and let people post photos to that page.
As you ask people to share their photos, be specific and clear about what you want. If you want candid pictures of them with friends, ask for that. If you prefer a mix of candid shots and formal pictures (such as those taken at dances, or for the yearbook), then ask for it. Whatever you’re envisioning – pictures of teachers, pictures taken outside of school, groups of classmates, etc. – giving people examples helps them choose which pictures to include.
Likewise, if you want to include at least 1 per person but no more than 10 per person, then specify that as well.
In the next installment, we’ll cover how to get more pictures if you’re not receiving as many as you’d like. In the meantime, it’s never too early to reserve a rental projector from Projector123.com for your class reunion. It’s the best, most impactful way to showcase your class photo montage – and best of all, Projector123.com can ship to any location in the U.S., so ordering is fast, easy and hassle-free. Click here to learn more or reserve your rental projector today.
August 20th, 2010
When it comes to planning a birthday party, you have almost unlimited possibilities when you include a rental projector. It costs less than you think to rent a projector, and it’s truly that special added touch that will have your guests (and the guest of honor) raving about your event for years to come. Here are some tips for incorporating an LCD rental projector at your next birthday celebration.
+ Suprise the guest of honor
Nothing says “we love you!” more than a customized trip down memory lane with a photo or video montage featuring the guest of honor. Set your slideshow it to music and make it the star of the show.
+ Entertain the kids
If you’re planning a birthday party for an adult, but your guest list includes children and adults of all ages, why not use a rental projector to keep the kids entertained with a larger-than-life movie while the adults can socialize and relax?
+ Background effects
If you’d rather not put the central focus on a formal slideshow (where the party is literally silenced during the show), then assemble a bunch of pictures, set up your laptop for “slideshow” and let it be projected all throughout the party. Remember to include some of those adorable baby pictures!
+ Well wishers
If you’re not enticed by the idea of assembling photos for a montage, why not liven things up a bit with a montage of video snippets? Interview some of the guest of honor’s most cherished loved ones, asking them to convey their well wishes, and compile it into a short video. Now that’s one amazing birthday surprise!
Now that you’re brimming with ideas, why not reserve your rental projector right now, while it’s fresh in your mind. Click here to get started and experienced how simple it is to rent a projector from Projector123.com.
July 13th, 2010
Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming wedding celebration, family reunion, employee picnic, or anniversary party, any event becomes even more special with the addition of a photo montage. It’s so easy to rent a projector and showcase your clever montage – read on to find out how you can get started now.
 Gather the Images
The first step in creating your montage involves collecting the images you’d like to use. If the images are already in digital format, you’ll be finished in a jiffy. If you’re using physical photos, you’ll need to digitally scan each photo before you can assemble your montage. If you don’t have the time or technical skills to manage this step, there are many services who can do it for you (including the photo centers at most drug store chains, like CVS and Walgreens).
Know Your Platform
Next, you’ll want to choose which software or service you’d like to use to create your montage. If you’re using a PC, Microsoft Publisher or Windows Movie Maker offer a fast and easy tool for creating a montage of photographs. If you’re on a Mac, you can use iMovie or iPhoto to create your slideshow in a snap. If you are already familiar with PowerPoint, you can even create your slideshow using the PowerPoint application (in either the Mac or the PC platform).
Alternatively, you can use an online service like Smilebox.com or FunPhotoBox.com, which allow you to import your photos and create a montage using their pre-loaded templates, music and more.
Set It to Music
The next step involves choosing music for your slideshow. It’s easy to tie music to your montage using any of the above-listed software applications or online services.
Have fun creating your photo montage, and be sure to visit Projector123.com to rent a projector so that everyone can enjoy your slideshow at your upcoming event. Click here to get started now.
May 7th, 2010
In this second installment, we’ll cover 5 additional ways to rock your graduation celebration with a rental projector.
More Ways to Celebrate Graduation with a Rental Projector
6. Special Thank-You to Mom & Dad
Let’s face it — your parents have given a lot for you to get to this point! Why not surprise them with a special video thank-you (or a separate photo montage)? They’ll love you even more for your thoughtfulness (and you might just get an even better graduation gift).
7. A Parent’s Wish
Sure, what kid doesn’t want a car or a killer graduation party when they finish high school? But think about what means the most for years to come…your unconditional love and support. Record a video or set images to music in a short “parent’s wish” — say what you’ve always wanted your child to know: you love them, you are proud of them, and you wish them every joy and happiness in life. Sure beats the heck out of a Hallmark card!
8. Thank a Teacher
Got a favorite teacher? One who’s gone the extra mile to help ensure your success? Maybe a certain teacher recognized and encouraged a hidden talent, went to bat for you with school administration or a college board, or invested the extra time and attention needed to ensure the student didn’t give up when the going got tough. Celebrate that teacher in living color with a video thank you or photo montage, displayed at the school graduation, graduation party, or other celebration.
9. Rock Videos
When the big day arrives, some grads don’t want to talk, reminisce or even play video games — they just want to dance, dance, dance. Sure, you could hire a DJ, but wouldn’t it be even more fun to showcase favorite songs in all their rock video glory? All it takes is a rental projector and a huge blank wall to get the party started.
10. Karaoke
Rental projectors from Projector123.com are compatible with karaoke machines and other kinds of karaoke fun. After graduation, everyone deserves to cut loose and have some fun!
Did you know weekend rentals start at just $99 from Projector123.com? Click here to reserve an LCD rental projector for your graduation celebration.
May 5th, 2010
It’s that time of year again — time for graduations and celebrations. If you’re planning a graduation party this year, consider all the fun ways you can use a rental projector from Projector123.com. Here are 10 killer ideas (this is part 1 of 2).
Top 10 Ways to Enhance a Graduation Celebration with a Rental Projector
You can use one, some or all of these ideas to make a graduation celebration truly memorable. If you’re planning a high school graduation party for your teen, be sure to get input from the grad…if you’re planning your own graduation party, share this post with Mom and Dad so they can see all the cool and fun ways you can take advantage of a rental projector.
1. Photo Montage
Showcase the funniest, sweetest, most memorable moments in life with a cool photo montage set to current music. Friends and family will laugh, get teary-eyed and “awww” together as everyone shares this trip down memory lane.
2. Video Montage
Does your family or grad prefer to shoot video over stills? If so, a video montage — peppered with best movie lines and favorite scenes — is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. As an added touch, you might consider burning extra copies of the montage DVD to give to guests as party favors.
3. Graduation Film Fest
“Say Anything,” “American Graffiti,” “There’s Something about Mary” and “American Pie” are just a few of the most memorable films about high school and beyond. If your grad is a movie buff, this is a great way to enjoy a rental projector over graduation weekend.
4. Wii Party
Nothing brings friends together quite like a little competition. Imagine adding that extra element of fun to your party with larger-than-life projection with your favorite gaming system. Rental projectors work seamlessly with Wii, XBOX, Guitar Hero and more.
5. Mood Enhancer
Whether your party aims to be low-key casual or more of a dance floor party, big-screen projection can set the mood for romance, laughter, music videos, and more.
Tune in next time as we provide 5 more killer tips to make your graduation party a hit.
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