UNUSUAL STAG DO IDEAS. 

So you’ve got a Stag Do coming up, but you’re feeling jaded with the same old night out after night out you’ve been doing forever now. Well lucky for you, we know about tons of unusual stag do ideas and because we're really nice we've chosen a few of the best for you. You're welcome. 

Mankind has achieved a lot over the years. We’ve discovered fire. Invented the airplane. Made it to the moon. And now, in what is possibly the pinnacle of mankind’s accomplishments, we have created FootGolf. A beautiful combination of man’s two favourite sports. What could be better? How about FootGolf Elite? Yeah, didn't see that one coming did you? It's true you know, the simplest ideas are always the greatest. 

Zorb Football. Basically, It’s football but your entire upper body is wrapped in a giant plastic bubble.  And it’s a lot of fun. In fact, it’s downright hilarious. There’s not much funnier than seeing your mate go in for a tackle only to be bounced to the other side of the pitch. Best of all, if there’s fifteen of you, the stag goes free!

Next up in our stupid sports category is Binocular Football. Once again the premise is simple. It’s football but no one can see properly. The lenses in the binoculars either make things look further away or closer than they actually are. Watch your friends blindly flail at thin air in a pitiful attempt to kick the ball. It’s rather amusing. Might give you a bit of a headache but a good bit of fun.

Every woman loves a true gentleman, so why not take part in one of the most sophisticated stag do activities possible: Nude Life Drawing. Practise your hand at the fine arts, using the wondrous female form as a template from which to draw your artistic inspiration. So yeah, you get to draw a naked lass, but in all seriousness it is genuinely tasteful, so no worries there. You’ll be guided by an experienced tutor who will help you draw the keen and lovely model in a variety of poses. You’ll get to keep your drawing afterwards so be sure to make an effort, instead of just drawing a stick figure with breasts (as hilarious as that is).

Limited nude life drawing and zorb football bundle offer!

So some of you might think you’re far too manly for such an activity as a Song Recording Studio, and that’s cute and everything but listen; you’re allowed to bring drinks into the studio (as long as you don’t spill them over the mixing desk). Get a few bevs down you and before you know it you’ll all be shoulder to shoulder, swaying left and right and bellowing drunken renditions of wonderwall, basking in benevolent bromance. Go on, prove me wrong.

That’s just a few unusual stag do ideas for you to choose from. There’s loads more out there, so I don’t want to hear anyone whining that they're fed up on their stag do. All the activities are on our website and our number is 0161 341 0052. You know what to do. 

Straight Forward Tips for Stag Do Planning.

So: You’re the best man. You’ve been given the great responsibility of organising your best mate's last night of Straight Forward Tips for Stag Do Planning freedom. No pressure eh? Well, maybe not. Believe it or not, organising a Stag Do doesn’t have to be a hassle. Here’s a few straight forward tips for stag do planning that'll set you on the right path for an unforgettable night of booze-filled banter!

The first thing to know about planning a Stag Do is that it’s kind of like revising for an exam. The earlier you start the better, and if you leave it too late you’ll find yourself under a lot of stress. So in the interest of avoiding a headache (not to mention saving money!), it's a good idea to plan ahead.

You also need to know what kind of Stag Do you’re after. A traditional stag do was all pubs, clubs and excessive amounts of alcohol. Don’t get us wrong, we love a good night out and we’ll happily help you sort one out for yourself. However, a stag is an opportunity to try something new and different. Ever been Quad-Biking? Paintballing? Or taken part in a life drawing class? A Stag Do is the perfect opportunity to give all these and many more unique activities a try. So start giving some thought to what kind of Stag Do you want this to be and discuss it with the groom.

Next, choosing a location. Choose a city with the rest of the lads in mind. If their coming from all over the country, pick a central city to make everyone’s journey easy as possible. Or if you’re all over the same area, you might want to head out further and go somewhere you’ve never been before. You can find great pubs and clubs in just about every city and wild outdoor activities in places like the lake district.

Get Organised with a Free Stag Do Planning Checklist

At Funktion, planning kickass stag dos is what we do best. These pointers will get you heading in the right direction but your best bet is to leave the heavy lifting to us. We guarantee quick and easy organisation, with none of the hassle and time constraints of dealing with each individual company. The My Events VIP Area on our website makes planning, payments and communication with your group simple. If you need any information or help, give us a ring on 0161 341 0052.

Finally, the most important rule:

Have fun.

Bridal Make Up Tips

You’ve decided on your dress, shoes and hair but now it’s time to think about your makeup. It’s one the hardest  looks to create, since it has to be perfect. After all, it’s your big day. Think about what you want to create with your wedding day look, do you want it to be natural or bold and bright? Your makeup makes such an impact on your confidence on the day, it has to be right. Your makeup needs to last all day, through the crying, hugging, kissing, eating and dancing. Your mascara will need to be waterproof, lips kiss proof and your skin bomb proof. The key of wedding day makeup is that you enhance your best features.

We’ve got all the inspiration and tips you need!

Foundation

Choosing the right tone of foundation is difficult because of the huge choice.  Invest in a good foundation, getting the right formulation is essential. However the one foundation that’s not recommend for your wedding day, although it looks beautiful in person, mineral based makeup is not ideal for photographs, It looks as if your skin is on an oily film.

Eyes

Keep eyeshadow tones muted and matt so that they emphasise, not compete with your natural eye colour. You can’t go wrong with colours that have a brown base, earthy tones (shell pink, bronze) and food tones (cream, caramel and coffee) you can add shimmer to your makeup, however use a brush and be prudent, adding natural glow you already have. When to much shimmer is used, it can make your face look sweaty or oily, flash photography always magnifies shiny makeup.

Brows

Don’t neglect your eye brows, but don’t do them yourself. Your brows frame your face so let a professional take care of your brows, it’s a good idea to get them done days before so there’s no redness.

Lashes

False lashes look amazing, when applied correctly and carefully. Choosing human lashes over synesthetic is essential, human hair lashes blend easily with the natural lash line and take mascara application much better. Choosing the correct shape for your false lashes is essential. If unsure choose a medium length set of lashes with a round shape. Lashes that have the most length in the middle of the eyelash strip create a universally flattering shape. Ardell lashes are a recommended and affordable synthetic brand.

Waterproof Mascara

There is a high probability that you will cry on your wedding day, many women make the mistake on assuming that they won’t cry on their wedding day, but don’t take the risk. So remembering to apply waterproof mascara is very important! If wearing false lashes don’t forget waterproof glue too.

Lips

Finding the right shade for your lips that coordinates with your makeup, dress and wedding theme is difficult. You need to shop around and try plenty of colours. The colour of your lipstick obviously needs to coordinate with the rest of your makeup theme, but the colours that look great are a deep red or a deep berry plum these colours are a great contrast with white wedding dresses. Another great colour is a nude lipstick topped with a baby pink gloss. This gives a fresh and striking look without being over powering for people who don’t like bold lipstick colours.  However keep the gloss to a minimum else your lips can look unnaturally wet and glare shiny in your photographs. Don’t forget hubby won’t be very pleased with him having to wear gloss. Remember to apply a thin water based primer to hydrate and maximise the finished look.

Have a little bag of useful bits close by

It is important that you have a few of your essentials in a little bag that you can get to. On your wedding day you want to look and feel amazing and if there is a slight imperfection that is frustrating you, like your lipstick has come off slightly- this will make you feel negative. You want to feel amazing and know that your lippie is close by just encase.

White t-shirt

When you are having make up tests wear a white t-shirt, this is so you can see what your makeup looks up against a pale colour.

Don’t follow the trend

For your wedding day, it’s not recommended that you follow an obscure makeup fashion trend, remember the photographs taken you will have to live with for the rest of your married life.

Most importantly enjoy the process of finding the perfect makeup for you. Its so much fun and all makeup artists are so happy to help you and ensure you find the exact make up look you are looking for and enjoy the whole experience. However if you are thinking about doing your makeup yourself, it’s a good idea to scheduale a makeup lesson with a licenced professional to teach you everything you need to know. This will give you confidence and knowledge that will last past your wedding day.

If you haven’t got your hen party sorted call us on 0161 341 0052 at Funktion and we can help you out!

Why are Hen & Stag Parties Leaving it to the Last Minute to Book?

Why are so many hen and stag parties booking late!  Normally groups book many months before their hen or stag party but we have noticed that this year most groups have decided to hold off and book closer to date.  This means risking the availability of hotels and activities, so why do it?

Are people short of money? Are people uncertain whether they can attend the hen / stag weekend? Or is it something else?

Let us know your thoughts?  Leave some comments below.

Friday Cocktail Of The Week!

Strawberry Caipirovska
A Caipirovska is a caipirinha made with vodka instead of cachaco, and the strawberries in this recipe make a refreshing, fruity version.

Serves 1

Ingredients
4 lime wedges
4 strawberries
15ml gomme syrup (or 2 sugar cubes)
50ml Pinky vodka
Strawberry to garnish
Glass: tumbler

Method
Muddle (*) the lime, strawberries and sugar together in a tumbler. Add crushed ice and Pinky vodka. Stir with a spoon to mix all ingredients together and top up with a little more crushed Ice. Garnish with a strawberry.

(*)A technique of gently crushing fresh ingredients, such as lime wedges or mint leaves with other ingredients stick to the glass, rub the rim of the glass with a wedge of citrus fruit before dipping into sugar/salt.

Friday Cocktail Of The Week!

Strawberry Caipirovska
A Caipirovska is a caipirinha made with vodka instead of cachaco, and the strawberries in this recipe make a refreshing, fruity version.

Serves 1

Ingredients
4 lime wedges
4 strawberries
15ml gomme syrup (or 2 sugar cubes)
50ml Pinky vodka
Strawberry to garnish
Glass: tumbler

Method
Muddle (*) the lime, strawberries and sugar together in a tumbler. Add crushed ice and Pinky vodka. Stir with a spoon to mix all ingredients together and top up with a little more crushed Ice. Garnish with a strawberry.

(*)A technique of gently crushing fresh ingredients, such as lime wedges or mint leaves with other ingredients stick to the glass, rub the rim of the glass with a wedge of citrus fruit before dipping into sugar/salt.

Cocktail Making Parties

If you fancy cocktail making for a hen party then Funktion events is the place to get the best price and package.  They have many timeslots.

Cocktail making parties are going to be hugh for hen parties in 2013. Our hen party cocktail making parties offer plenty of cocktails to make and drink with some complimentary food.

We only use modern bars in city centre locations.




Just give Funktion Events a call on 0161 341 0052 to book your cocktail making party. We only need a £40 DEPOSIT.