Raven, girl I am so proud of you. You are such a creative party planner. The way you bring your events together is mind blowing. Theme, decor, food , people and music. Continue to go forward, learn , explore and grow. Love you lady, keep doing your thang. 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤
A good tip for left over party props such as the palm tree is to donate it to a school. School Libraries often have cute displays in them. The palm trees for an example would be a perfect decorative prop for the book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.
I would love to see a party take down video! What happens after every one leaves and the high is coming down? Maybe a live debrief with your team about how successful you feel the turn out was. What's your decompressing routine? As a fellow introvert who can sometimes be drained from such events, I'd love to see your perspective! Great video as always :)
Why did I get teary-eyed when Raven said she wrote a book. Like I feel like I grew up with Raven since her Ray baby Ray days. We were even pregnant around the same time. Seeing her growth buying and building a house a team and a business. I'm so so proud of Raven and she is always so inspiring. Congrats Raven.
this vlog was so cute. i can see this event getting way bigger, like at a real huge venue and all that. the interview sections was such a nice touch, using your platform to let others shout themselves out and introduce themselves is so generous. everyone clearly enjoyed themselves and was so happy to just be there, you really know how to show people a good time raven! this is gonna be a talking point, everyones gonna want another one every year from now one, no question.
“If they judge me for that, that’s mean, I tried my best.” 😂 lol my favorite line of this video. love how you let the creators you invited introduce themselves to your audience super dope! Congrats on your book Raven gotta go cop that.
Raven, you’ve gone from taking us to the parties to behind the scenes of your events. Your new direction is allowing us to be creative building things instead of just hiring professionals to just make it happen. Hats off to your creative team and Lowe’s for being smart enough to partner with you. Now I’m ready for my own tools 🧰 ⚒️ Congratulations 🍾🎉 👏👏👏
Zoe, Sam, Raven & Toni....(Dad too), ya'll outdid yourself again!!! Sam knocked it out of the park with the wheel and boat!!! I absolutely love everything you did to plan this party! Raven, what a beautiful gift to local creators. Often times creators avoid each other because they are fearful of competition. There is room for everyone and it sure is easier to have friends along the way. Great job!!!
Omg Evelyn!! I love that different types of creators got to meet up and make connections, there is so much diversity within our Black community and it’s really cool to see folks thrive. To me it just proves that everyone CAN eat, there’s enough to go around!
A back to school themed party for the kids might be fun. There could be a white board and chalk board for the kids to write and draw on. Also you guys could do a treasure hunt where the items are things you might find in their class room. The goodie bags could also be school supplies they might need.
Something to consider for props is donating to schools, community theaters and church’s that have VBS. Especially from this party, “shipwrecked with Jesus” is a popular VBS theme.
Raven, congratulations!!! I purchased your book today! Thank you for creating a party planning book. I love your videos-they've inspired many of my own parties. I really resonate with your reason for making this book. As a retired military spouse, I've often lived in places without family nearby, so I've had to build family bonds with friends. I truly believe in the power of community, and parties are a fantastic way to bring people together.
Raven, so proud of you on SO many levels ❤️❤️❤️! I love that you featured some of the influencers individually 🥰! Great vlog! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏿!
In Jamaica there’s this Blue lagoon that glows in the dark at night, so you could do an after dark glow in the dark pool party & maybe even movie night. So, you could keep/use almost all the decor as is from this party and just add some glow in the dark stickers to your pool and floaties.
Wow...your party decor is amazing. You have got the perfect people working with you from your mom, Zoe and Sam. Everything looks awesome. Just when I thought you couldn't out do your last party, you get better and better. Job well done. I truly enjoy your videos.
I enjoyed watching this video, so I know the attendees had fun as well. I love the relationship you have with your team and how you encourage them and give them praise and credit for their hard work.
I loved this vlog Raven! It was the perfect balance of behind the scenes as well as actual party footage. Also, congratulations on your new book! I will definitely be purchasing 💚
OMG Raven, hats off to you...this was not only a great themed party but the idea of bringing creators together is just WoW.. you deserve an award for this one...I'm just so proud of you!!...you, your family and your team did that
Raven seems like such a genuinely sweet and kind person. I absolutely love her content, been following a little over a month now and I won't say I'm obsessed but I definitely binge watch. Keep up the good work Raven, you're very inspiring to an OG chick like me 😁! I have a milestone birthday coming in Feb and I was going to hire someone to do everything but watching your DIY is making me want to do it myself, step by step, months in advance. Blessings!
I love how much love and literal sweat you put into each event/party. I love it. I loved this theme. And was that Evelyn from the internets? I love her.
aww i wish everyone from the party was linked in the description esp the people who didn’t introduce themselves on film!! but this was all sooo carefully curated and thoughtful raven you did so great!!! 🥹🥰🥰
An ad can be playing before skip is even an option & I’ve already liked the video because I KNOW the video will hit as always. Yeeesss can’t wait for your book love!!!
Please give yourself grace. I think the DIY shelf, palm 🌴, stirring wheel and boat looks amazing. Your props passed the test for realistic party props. You did a great job TeamRavenZoeSam!! ❤❤❤👍🏾👈🏾
I was waiting for this video to drop!! Omg it turned out exactly how I expected and better!! Well done Raven and the team Zoe & Sam did their thang! Chef Toni awesome 👏🏾 ❤
I have to say - Your parties always look great Raven - but something about the vibe of this party really made me wish I was there! lol! The weather looked perfect, I know the food was good cuz....well...chef Toni ~ 😘Just seeing everyone in their Summer best with a beautiful breeze blowing & a tropical drink & good music...??~~~!!! Oh yes, honey!! Great idea - hope a lot of good networking happened! Good job Raven, production team & Chef Toni !!! Hope you all had some fun too!!🏄♂🏊♂🌴🌸💮🍇🍉🍋🍹🏖
This networking event was the bomb-diggity!! I threw a holiday work party/event for my physician colleagues a few years back which was amazing, and folks are asking me to do more! Your DIY party planning book is going to be a God-send Raven! Will definitely be purchasing and you have my support! Congrats and wishing you more success 🙂
Shoutout to Zoe, Sam, & Chef Toni!❤That’s what I call a dream team! Raven you are just so super awesome and it’s amazing to watch your work ethic, travel with friends, deals with brands, motherly role, and journey overall ✨🖤
You are legit the G.O.A.T. I love how you create these events for others. You are so selfless. I appreciate your realness and how your into having experiences with your people.
This was such a good party! S/o to you Raven for opening your house to all of us creators so we can connect with others in the area! Looking forward to the next event🥂❤️
Ahhh raven you are amazing girl!!! I love your brand and who you’ve become and shared with us!! Been here since the college days, you are simply blessed and highly favored.
Been refreshing. Love love love the video❤. I'm so bummed that you didn't end up getting the branded coconut cups, was so looking forward to that. Yall might need a staple gun now😊 Sam that boat girrrrllllll 👏 👏 👏 ❤❤❤
Raven you are blessed to have a great team of hard working young women that work for you as well yourself. The party was amazing . Congratulations on your new book, I can’t wait to get mine in the mail, it will help enhance my decorations.⛱️🏝️🏖️❤
The influencer island was so creative & executed wonderfully 💖. A future idea is to do a color theme party. Everyone is designated a color and brings a basket full of things or food with that color and even their outfit can match that color. You can do a virtual drawing to select everyone’s color. Example: my color is pink, so I wear a pink swimsuit and bring strawberry lemonade and pink starburst. Also, u can give a prize to the most on theme to their color or who is the most creative. I saw this trend on TikTok. You could add more ideas and amplify it since you’re the beauty guru of planning, diys, and hosting!!
That’s dope of u to do something like that for influencers that’s not super big ppl n all located in Austin giving back n helping each other grow u keep shinning Raven u came a long way girl I’m proud of u more ppl especially of color should do events like this for upcoming influencers I wish I was moved to Texas already I would have loved to come but I’m still in this California desert trying to survive soon though soon
Raven once again BROVO !!! You out do yourself each and every time.Congratulations on you ebook 🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊 and and bringing the influencers in Texas together as a family. And that’s why my love you were always be successful. Thanks for sharing.❤️❤️❤️
Another Raven Elyse queen of themes party/event in for the books! Now you have a awesome team to join and help you along and yall balance each other so good of ideas and inspiration ❤ you need to do a slideshow of all your party/events you did during the year.
Raven this Party was so awesome to watch … my favorite part was hearing the influencers Q & A It’s so good to see you being recognized and appreciated as well as seeing you host new influencers …
For the nail gun, it's going through the wood and disappearing because the pressure is too high :) lower the pressure until you see the nail head flush. Different pressures for different length nails / hardness of wood. Good job guys!!
Raven girlfriend, you did the Damn thing. So proud of you and the many things you have done. You have shown me that you don't have to have a massive budget to have an event. You are inspiring to the older crowd that watches your videos. Would love to see you do a Ted Talk about being an influencer. Can't wait for the ebook. Congratulations on everything you do. Congratulations to your team. Without them, you wouldn't be the successful creator you have become. Love ya Girl ❤
❤❤❤❤❤ one day ima be at your events or I’ll meet you at an event Raven! This definitely gives me the push to vlog no matter what anyone thinks. I gotta do it for myself. I’ve been wanting to do RUclips since 2011 and I just haven’t been consistent but watching you and my other favs like Erinondemand and Dearra. I can definitely do this! Keep bring you Ravennn I’m so excited for you and your book launch! Congratulations 🎉
My party planning book is OUT NOW! Get it here: shop.ravenelysetv.com/partybook/
Raven, girl I am so proud of you. You are such a creative party planner. The way you bring your events together is mind blowing. Theme, decor, food , people and music. Continue to go forward, learn , explore and grow. Love you lady, keep doing your thang. 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤
I love how you have so many fancy tools but the kitchen knife still makes an appearance 😂
A good tip for left over party props such as the palm tree is to donate it to a school. School Libraries often have cute displays in them. The palm trees for an example would be a perfect decorative prop for the book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.
Yes! This is a great idea.
Zoe and Sam work so well together I love your team ❤
Yes they are the best, smart and creative. Just a suggestion, they could wear Rayven Crew pink t-shirts while "working" a party/ event.
Dad is THAT DUDE!!!! You see how 3 of y’all were on one side and he was handling the other by himself?? Shout out to GIRL DADS!!!!!
I would love to see a party take down video! What happens after every one leaves and the high is coming down? Maybe a live debrief with your team about how successful you feel the turn out was. What's your decompressing routine? As a fellow introvert who can sometimes be drained from such events, I'd love to see your perspective! Great video as always :)
I was thinking the same thing!
Noted.
i was thinking the same thing Sam is such an amazing addition to the team
I was going to second the motion
I like her vibe and Personality very talented 🎉
Raven should hit the road with the two ladies and do this for a living, like party planning with recycled materials. Have their OWN SHOW!
Why did I get teary-eyed when Raven said she wrote a book. Like I feel like I grew up with Raven since her Ray baby Ray days. We were even pregnant around the same time. Seeing her growth buying and building a house a team and a business. I'm so so proud of Raven and she is always so inspiring. Congrats Raven.
this vlog was so cute. i can see this event getting way bigger, like at a real huge venue and all that. the interview sections was such a nice touch, using your platform to let others shout themselves out and introduce themselves is so generous. everyone clearly enjoyed themselves and was so happy to just be there, you really know how to show people a good time raven! this is gonna be a talking point, everyones gonna want another one every year from now one, no question.
“If they judge me for that, that’s mean, I tried my best.” 😂 lol my favorite line of this video. love how you let the creators you invited introduce themselves to your audience super dope! Congrats on your book Raven gotta go cop that.
They won’t judge everything was so beautiful…Raven can throw a party 😊
This is really like a TV show! Zoe is always on point!
Raven, you’ve gone from taking us to the parties to behind the scenes of your events. Your new direction is allowing us to be creative building things instead of just hiring professionals to just make it happen. Hats off to your creative team and Lowe’s for being smart enough to partner with you. Now I’m ready for my own tools 🧰 ⚒️ Congratulations 🍾🎉 👏👏👏
Zoe, Sam, Raven & Toni....(Dad too), ya'll outdid yourself again!!! Sam knocked it out of the park with the wheel and boat!!! I absolutely love everything you did to plan this party!
Raven, what a beautiful gift to local creators. Often times creators avoid each other because they are fearful of competition. There is room for everyone and it sure is easier to have friends along the way.
Great job!!!
Wait who’s dad? Sorry I’m not a consistent viewer here
Thank you!
@@sissi9100 Raven's Dad helps with just about everything.
Omg Evelyn!! I love that different types of creators got to meet up and make connections, there is so much diversity within our Black community and it’s really cool to see folks thrive. To me it just proves that everyone CAN eat, there’s enough to go around!
This!
I thought the ladies holding down the Fort while you were gone. That was an excellent video. Love the flash back between you and the ladies. 🎉🎉
As a proud Nicaraguan-American, I agree with Raven's choice of rum, Flor de Caña. That's the way to go! Raven, you know what's up!! 😂
It was definitely good rum!
I love Sadie, she's soo beautiful! I remember the vlog when y'all first met. I've met some amazing ppl that became friends online as well. ❤
Ladies you did your thang! The party, the details, the food and fun looked amazing!
When it comes to a theme Raven gon eat everytime! You really outdid yourself Ray, the straw umbrellas made it such a vibe too!
Those were a surprise to me! They came out great!
@@ToniTannerScott everything came together amazing! Big ups to you for the fabulous food as usual and for making the towels!
A back to school themed party for the kids might be fun. There could be a white board and chalk board for the kids to write and draw on. Also you guys could do a treasure hunt where the items are things you might find in their class room. The goodie bags could also be school supplies they might need.
Something to consider for props is donating to schools, community theaters and church’s that have VBS. Especially from this party, “shipwrecked with Jesus” is a popular VBS theme.
Raven, congratulations!!! I purchased your book today! Thank you for creating a party planning book. I love your videos-they've inspired many of my own parties. I really resonate with your reason for making this book. As a retired military spouse, I've often lived in places without family nearby, so I've had to build family bonds with friends. I truly believe in the power of community, and parties are a fantastic way to bring people together.
I've been refreshing all day for this!!! Posted 19 secs ago and I'm here lol
Raven, so proud of you on SO many levels ❤️❤️❤️! I love that you featured some of the influencers individually 🥰! Great vlog! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏿!
Your page is so refreshing. Noone does what you do! Always look forward to your videos
Thank you so much!
I still can’t believe you’re building stuff we’ve come a long way from diy thrift flips
In Jamaica there’s this Blue lagoon that glows in the dark at night, so you could do an after dark glow in the dark pool party & maybe even movie night. So, you could keep/use almost all the decor as is from this party and just add some glow in the dark stickers to your pool and floaties.
Great party. You out do yourself every time. GOD BLESS.🙏🏽
Wow...your party decor is amazing. You have got the perfect people working with you from your mom, Zoe and Sam. Everything looks awesome. Just when I thought you couldn't out do your last party, you get better and better. Job well done. I truly enjoy your videos.
This was a fun but thoughtful thing to do, you’re a very kind person!! Great team work too!
You could see how excited Sam was to work on this project, love her (:
Raven, my heart is full , and I can't wait for more of your success.
I enjoyed watching this video, so I know the attendees had fun as well.
I love the relationship you have with your team and how you encourage them and give them praise and credit for their hard work.
I loved this vlog Raven! It was the perfect balance of behind the scenes as well as actual party footage.
Also, congratulations on your new book! I will definitely be purchasing 💚
Glad you enjoyed it!
OMG Raven, hats off to you...this was not only a great themed party but the idea of bringing creators together is just WoW.. you deserve an award for this one...I'm just so proud of you!!...you, your family and your team did that
Raven seems like such a genuinely sweet and kind person. I absolutely love her content, been following a little over a month now and I won't say I'm obsessed but I definitely binge watch. Keep up the good work Raven, you're very inspiring to an OG chick like me 😁! I have a milestone birthday coming in Feb and I was going to hire someone to do everything but watching your DIY is making me want to do it myself, step by step, months in advance. Blessings!
I love how much love and literal sweat you put into each event/party. I love it. I loved this theme. And was that Evelyn from the internets? I love her.
I love how you affirm your team and express gratitude for all the people that make your vision happen. ✌🏾❤️🌻
Always!
aww i wish everyone from the party was linked in the description esp the people who didn’t introduce themselves on film!! but this was all sooo carefully curated and thoughtful raven you did so great!!! 🥹🥰🥰
An ad can be playing before skip is even an option & I’ve already liked the video because I KNOW the video will hit as always. Yeeesss can’t wait for your book love!!!
Can’t wait for the next upload ❤
Oh my goodness!! EVELYN!!!?!? Like from the Internets! ❤❤
Great guest list. Beautiful decor as always!
I know! That was so cool.
You're so talented and thoughtful. That's why much success follows you! Congrats on your e-book!
Please give yourself grace. I think the DIY shelf, palm 🌴, stirring wheel and boat looks amazing. Your props passed the test for realistic party props. You did a great job TeamRavenZoeSam!! ❤❤❤👍🏾👈🏾
I was waiting for this video to drop!! Omg it turned out exactly how I expected and better!! Well done Raven and the team Zoe & Sam did their thang! Chef Toni awesome 👏🏾 ❤
I love to watch your vlogs . Your setup was beautiful 😍 I love the themes that you come up with. Talented team.❤ Girl, your eyebrows are gorgeous.
Evelyn!! Love seeing my favorite creators come together 🤯.
Hey Raven and Ziya
Everything looks awesome can't wait for the next party ❤
Go RAY! I am SO proud of you. I’ve literally been watching since before Ziya was born. This looked like so much fun. Way to go, Raven!
Shout Out🎉 Raven, you are assembling a great team!
I have to say - Your parties always look great Raven - but something about the vibe of this party really made me wish I was there! lol! The weather looked perfect, I know the food was good cuz....well...chef Toni ~ 😘Just seeing everyone in their Summer best with a beautiful breeze blowing & a tropical drink & good music...??~~~!!! Oh yes, honey!! Great idea - hope a lot of good networking happened! Good job Raven, production team & Chef Toni !!! Hope you all had some fun too!!🏄♂🏊♂🌴🌸💮🍇🍉🍋🍹🏖
the kitchen knife had me dying😂. i would love to do some diy’s with you. we’re both improvisers😂
This networking event was the bomb-diggity!! I threw a holiday work party/event for my physician colleagues a few years back which was amazing, and folks are asking me to do more! Your DIY party planning book is going to be a God-send Raven! Will definitely be purchasing and you have my support! Congrats and wishing you more success 🙂
“Last Splash” retro themed party for end of summer
I loved this Raven! Such an amazing party idea and congratulations on you and your moms launches
Shoutout to Zoe, Sam, & Chef Toni!❤That’s what I call a dream team! Raven you are just so super awesome and it’s amazing to watch your work ethic, travel with friends, deals with brands, motherly role, and journey overall ✨🖤
I just love your content and all of u guys showing ur creativity is so amazing and all your events turn out stunning ❤😊
I have been waiting for this video like an excited child at Christmas.
Love seeing the crossovers.. evelyn from the internets and raven are two of my favorite creators!
Were folks suppose to bring plus one? Kids? Who were the latest to show up? I’m just being messy!🥰😂😂😂Great function! It was good to see Chef Toni !
You are legit the G.O.A.T. I love how you create these events for others. You are so selfless. I appreciate your realness and how your into having experiences with your people.
This was such a good party! S/o to you Raven for opening your house to all of us creators so we can connect with others in the area! Looking forward to the next event🥂❤️
this was amazing as always, raven! ❤
I’ve been waitinggggg on this! Woke up at 6:45am PST and checked yt immediately!!!! Been checking back all day 😅
Raven:"am I crazy or does this smell like caramel ?"
Zoe:SMELLS IT
Zoe:"your crazy"😅😅😂
Love love your content. You and Sam are an amazing team. What's next? I can't wait!!
I smiled so hard when she dropped that ebook! We love you raven girl!! Can't wait to buy mine!
Yessss I always look forward to new vids 🙌🏽🔥🤩
Raven is the Queen of Theme Parties!! :) You all did great! Raven Elyse TV Crew always come through!!
I've never been this early. Can't wait for the party plan book
Girl you killed it!!! Everything came out so beautiful and everyone looked so happy 😊 you ate boo looking forward to your new E book
Ahhh raven you are amazing girl!!! I love your brand and who you’ve become and shared with us!! Been here since the college days, you are simply blessed and highly favored.
Thank you so much for being an OG supporter!
Been refreshing. Love love love the video❤. I'm so bummed that you didn't end up getting the branded coconut cups, was so looking forward to that.
Yall might need a staple gun now😊
Sam that boat girrrrllllll 👏 👏 👏 ❤❤❤
I always enjoy spending time with raven every Sunday .. my favorite time (love from Nigeria ) 🇳🇬
I am Nigerian too and I loveee Raven. What part of Nigeria are you from?
@@Yvonne_TheDon I am from lagos and live in lagos babes
Congratulations 🎉on the book!! Looking forward to purchasing ❤
Raven you are blessed to have a great team of hard working young women that work for you as well yourself. The party was amazing . Congratulations on your new book, I can’t wait to get mine in the mail, it will help enhance my decorations.⛱️🏝️🏖️❤
Yay been waiting for this !!!
Water well a miraculous gift from above. Embrace it. God Bless.
The influencer island was so creative & executed wonderfully 💖. A future idea is to do a color theme party. Everyone is designated a color and brings a basket full of things or food with that color and even their outfit can match that color. You can do a virtual drawing to select everyone’s color. Example: my color is pink, so I wear a pink swimsuit and bring strawberry lemonade and pink starburst. Also, u can give a prize to the most on theme to their color or who is the most creative. I saw this trend on TikTok. You could add more ideas and amplify it since you’re the beauty guru of planning, diys, and hosting!!
Another good idea!
Awesome job as usual! Zoe and Sam are great additions to your team.
Sam is a good one she seems to care about your things
The camera quality is just!!! 😍😍😍
i LOVE these videos and how long they are!!
Girl im missing your videos !!!!!!!
Would love to see an international themed party like "Summer in Egypt"
That’s dope of u to do something like that for influencers that’s not super big ppl n all located in Austin giving back n helping each other grow u keep shinning Raven u came a long way girl I’m proud of u more ppl especially of color should do events like this for upcoming influencers I wish I was moved to Texas already I would have loved to come but I’m still in this California desert trying to survive soon though soon
Raven once again BROVO !!! You out do yourself each and every time.Congratulations on you ebook 🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊 and and bringing the influencers in Texas together as a family. And that’s why my love you were always be successful. Thanks for sharing.❤️❤️❤️
Another Raven Elyse queen of themes party/event in for the books! Now you have a awesome team to join and help you along and yall balance each other so good of ideas and inspiration ❤ you need to do a slideshow of all your party/events you did during the year.
Raven this Party was so awesome to watch … my favorite part was hearing the influencers Q & A
It’s so good to see you being recognized and appreciated as well as seeing you host new influencers …
I’ve been waiting all day for this video yayy ❤
Congratulations on the partnership with Home Depot and the Book. ❤❤❤❤
It brings a virtual tear to my eye watching the growth of Ms RayBabyRay! Started watching her journey in the Dallas studio apartment. Love tuning in!
You had the courage to do it yourself. More than most would have done so it looks great!
For the nail gun, it's going through the wood and disappearing because the pressure is too high :) lower the pressure until you see the nail head flush. Different pressures for different length nails / hardness of wood. Good job guys!!
Congratulations on your e-book! And on Chef Toni's coaching program! I'm so excited for you both! ❤🎉
It is very difficult to find reliable help! Especially those willing to sign contracts. You all did fantastic🤗
Raven the quality of your content is unmatched 💛
What a Dynamic Team of Creative Women!!! Everything turned out Great!!!!
Zoe with the city girls tour shirt is killing me 😂😂
Raven girlfriend, you did the Damn thing. So proud of you and the many things you have done. You have shown me that you don't have to have a massive budget to have an event. You are inspiring to the older crowd that watches your videos. Would love to see you do a Ted Talk about being an influencer. Can't wait for the ebook. Congratulations on everything you do. Congratulations to your team. Without them, you wouldn't be the successful creator you have become. Love ya Girl ❤
❤❤❤❤❤ one day ima be at your events or I’ll meet you at an event Raven! This definitely gives me the push to vlog no matter what anyone thinks. I gotta do it for myself. I’ve been wanting to do RUclips since 2011 and I just haven’t been consistent but watching you and my other favs like Erinondemand and Dearra. I can definitely do this! Keep bring you Ravennn I’m so excited for you and your book launch! Congratulations 🎉