The Pearl Place Gathering Room

03/01/2022

We love these pasta salad cups for the perfect "grab and go" foods for your next event! Incorporate your party's theme by adding customized stickers or a pop of color!

02/28/2022

~Tip of the week!~
Utilizing greenery at your next event:

We at Margaret Claire's believe in the power of what just a little bit of greenery can do to enhance table settings, photo displays, and food tables! You can NEVER have too much greenery! It's simple, elegant, and adds a pop of texture to any display.

1. Type of greenery
Some personal favorites of ours are salal as a base, ruscus to add height and texture, and seeded eucalyptus! Layering these can make your greenery look thick and well-thought out!

2. Amount?
The amount of greenery that comes in a bunch changes frequently. A good rule of thumb is the 3-5 rule! Use either 3-5 stems of each type of greenery per table or display, unless you are looking to spread across a large table like a runner.

3. Just greenery?
While greenery alone dresses up your event, take it a step further by adding a few rose heads to the greenery! We recommend 3-5 roses per table. You can also add fairy lights, small pampas stems, or extra candlelight to dress up your centerpieces!

Like our tips of the week? Follow along at for more useful tips to make your next event shine!

02/25/2022

Need a catered meal for your event? We've got you covered with Margaret Claire's Catered Events!

02/24/2022

The perfect table setting ✨

02/23/2022

Welcome to Margaret Claire's---the home of the Pearl Place and our 6000 sq ft inventory warehouse! Call us to schedule a visit ✨

02/22/2022

We can "bearly" wait themed baby shower! The centerpieces featured greenery, candles, and little bears from vintage stores around Knoxville!

02/21/2022

02/18/2022

Happy Friday friends! Stay tuned for another Pearl Place event this weekend!

02/17/2022

Need a versatile venue for your event? Transform this room to be customizable to your style!

02/16/2022

**Tip of the Week**

How to create a tasty, visually appealing charcuterie board your guests will love!

1. Variety
Charcuterie boards incorporate foods that appeal to all guests, so including a variety of flavors (sweet vs. salty), colors, and textures help bring your charcuterie board to life! Try nuts, fruits, veggies, specialty cheeses, sweets like chocolates, pickles, olives, and whatever else you like!

2. Food Placement
While grazing tables are meant to look purposeful, there is also an element of "messy" that is allowed! Create shapes with the food, and make sure that there is contrast between one food and another that is right next to it. Too much brown in crackers, nuts, etc. needs to be broken up with a bright fruit or veggie!

3. Create Dimension
While flat grazing tables are beautiful, you can easily enhance your charcuterie board with varying levels of height, candles, floral, and crates! Be creative and make sure there is still some symmetry involved when creating dimension

Keep an eye out for our next tip of the week!

02/15/2022

1st birthday party dreams ✨

Personalize your table centerpieces by adding a photo!

02/14/2022

Happy Valentine's Day!

We hope your day is filled with sweet treats and lots of love!

02/11/2022

Forever obsessed with these baby shower cookies by Sweet Cakes Studio 😍

02/10/2022

In need of a backdrop for those upcoming spring events?

Lucky for you, we have the perfect greenery wall to make your event pop! 🍀

Style it with a neon sign, floral accents, photos, or even balloons to make your event photos stand out!

02/09/2022

Even your drink station looks luxurious when you choose Margaret Claire's for your events ✨

02/08/2022

Little girls, laced in pearls 🌸

Still dreaming about little Cora's perfect Mommy & Me tea!

Sweet Cakes Studio
Lovelylettercompany

02/07/2022

~Giveaway WINNER~

CONGRATULATIONS to Candice Nicole Wells for being our Starbucks gift card giveaway winner! We will contact you shortly to send you your prize!

Thank you for being such an amazing client and former Margaret Claire's bride and we appreciate your kind words ✨

A big thanks to all who entered and stay posted for other giveaways in the future!

02/04/2022

WINTER PROMO REMINDER!

Don't forget to book your event for 2022 before March 1st to receive $400 off your all-inclusive event!

Package price: usually $2400
Promotion price: $2000

Includes:
-4 hour Pearl Place rental (includes tables and chairs)
-Event host and (1) design meeting
-Table linens & napkins of your color choice
-Decor package
-Greenery for tables & accents
-Non-alcoholic beverage station
-Charcuterie grazing table
-Custom event welcome sign
-Glass plates, goblets, and silverware

You don't want to miss this amazing deal!

02/03/2022

Did you know we have a variety of different backdrops that can be used for photo walls?

Balloon Arch: Knox Balloons
Austin Angel Photography

02/02/2022

This time we're picking baby shower themes!

Little Cutie or Wild Ones---which would you choose and why??

02/01/2022

~Customized Welcome Signs~

Did you know Margaret Claire's offers custom welcome signs for your Pearl Place events? Sarah has been with us for 3 years and takes care of all of our calligraphy needs!

You pick out a sign from our inventory, and she does the rest!

Lovelylettercompany

01/31/2022

Our sweet bride Lauryn celebrated her wedding shower with us last weekend! We can't wait for her wedding on March 26th at Heartland Meadows ✨

01/28/2022

Did you know you can get married at the Pearl Place??

Last year, we had three couples say "I do" in our venue! Whether you want to have a reception or celebrate with your closest friends and family, keep us in mind for your intimate wedding under 60 guests!

01/27/2022

"Anything is possible with sunshine and a little pink."
-Lilly Pulitzer

01/26/2022

**MEET THE TEAM**

Hi, I'm Miranda, our Pearl Place coordinator! If you've ever inquired about an event or had your event here, you've talked with or met with me!

I joined the Margaret Claire's team in 2019 after graduating at the University of Tennessee with my bachelor's degree in marketing. When I'm not assisting at Kristy Myers' weddings, I'm meeting with clients, and running the Pearl Place! Charcuterie boards are my specialty, and I love meeting new people.

I adore my two fur babies at home and also like to take on new creative projects like renovating houses! I want to make sure our Pearl Place clients get the absolute best service possible and will do everything in my power to make your event dreams come true.

Send me a message and I'd love to chat with you about your upcoming events!

01/25/2022

Nothing better than vintage china for a baby or bridal shower!

01/24/2022

**GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT**

Have you hosted an event at the Pearl Place? Leave us a review on Facebook before Friday, February 4th and be entered for a chance to win a $10 Starbucks gift card!

Winner will be drawn randomly on Monday, February 7th!

Exclusions & Details:
-Must be 18 or older
-Gift card must be picked up at office location or winner can be emailed an e-gift card
-This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram
-Reviews must be posted within 1/24/22-2/4/22 to be eligible for this giveaway

Left your review? Comment "DONE" below!

BONUS ENTRIES:
-Share a photo from your event and tag us (1 entry)
-Share this post on your Facebook/Instagram story and tag us (1 entry)

01/21/2022

Tired of the cold and snow??

We like to warm up with a hot chocolate & coffee bar at our winter events!

01/20/2022

✨ New year goal check in ✨

What goals did you set in the new year? How do you plan to achieve them?

"Do something today that your future self will thank you for"

01/19/2022

This or That???

Comment below which style bridal shower you would choose!

01/18/2022

We are SO excited to be running a winter promotion you don't want to miss!!

Book your 60 person and under event by March 1st for ANY available date in 2022 and receive $400 off your Winter Promotion event!!

What do you receive in the Winter Promotion Package?
-Pearl Place Venue rental for 4 hours (all tables and chairs included)
-A Margaret Claire's event host and (1) event design meeting
-Linens of your color choice
-Linen napkins of your color choice
-Full access to Margaret Claire's decor and inventory
-Loose laid greenery for all tables
-Non-alcoholic beverage station with choice of (2) beverages and water
-Charcuterie grazing table with specialty cheeses, fruits, veggies, nuts, and more
-Custom event welcome sign
-Glass plates, goblets, & silverware for your guests

**promotion only valid with the winter promotion package, some exclusions may apply

Interested in available dates? Email me at [email protected] or send us a message on Facebook!

01/17/2022

**MEET THE TEAM**

Meet Cailin, one of our Pearl Place event hosts!

Cailin joined the Margaret Claire's team in 2019 and has been a powerhouse since! Whether it's assisting our coordinators at weddings, putting together greenery runners, or mastering a charcuterie board, this girl can do it all!

Cailin graduated from Halls High School in 2020 and is currently studying business at Pellissippi State before she plans to go to the University of Tennessee. She loves traveling, photography, and puts God first and foremost in her life. She is kind, caring, and sweet as can be and works diligently to make your event perfect.

If you have the pleasure of Cailin being your event host, consider yourself lucky!

01/15/2022

Planning a party and don't know where to start? Here are some helpful tips to make your event shine!

1. Pick a theme!
Whether the event is a shower or a corporate dinner, every event comes together with a carefully curated color scheme and well thought out theme! Everything from your centerpieces to your food display should incorporate pieces of this theme

2. Don't skimp on the food
Your guests will arguably remember your food more than anything else! Whether you choose finger foods and charcuterie, or a catered meal, make sure there is something that everyone will enjoy! Don't forget about your plates, napkins, or silverware either!

3. Designate People to Help
Planning events takes time, energy, money, and love. Choosing people to take over specific tasks helps eliminate stress

4. Choose Vendors You Trust
If you are hiring outside vendors, make sure you know what services they will be delivering and the quality of those services! Those who work with events regularly know the ins and outs of what to expect, what could go wrong, and how to bring your vision to life!

5. Get Creative & Have Fun!
Thanks to Pinterest, creative minds have taken over the event world. Whether you want to DIY or do something new, there are plenty of tips & tricks on how to make your party unique! And most of all, don't forget to have fun and enjoy the party planning process

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01/14/2022

Did we mention we love charcuterie boards?!

01/12/2022

A dream is a wish your heart makes ✨

01/10/2022

One of our sweet clients sent us this love note, and we were so thankful!

“We wanted to send a note to thank you and the staff of Margaret Claire's for a wonderful experience at your beautiful venue. We were beyond thrilled with the event. Everything from the decor to the dessert was excellent!

The space itself is beautiful and the decor was both welcoming and elegant. We appreciated the soft background music and the welcoming fire! The combined use of silver framed photos personalized the space while the linens and white flowers added a touch of elegance.

We were so happy that we made the choice to add the hors d'oeuvres because the charcuterie display was amazing! Our dinner was exceptional, everything was prepared to perfection. Our beautiful and delicious wedding cake dessert was the perfect finale! Please extend our compliments to the chef and baker!

As for you Miranda, you were amazing to work with! Thank you for allowing us to defer to your expertise. Being a control freak myself, the idea of handing the details over to you was frightening but you were able to immediately "read my mind" and produced exactly what I had envisioned. Thank you for taking the time to ask, to listen and transform our ideas into reality. You are a kind and gracious representative for Margaret Claire's!

Thank you for a perfect and memorable experience!”

12/13/2021

What a celebration!! One of our favorite parties to date celebrating our sweet friend and his success.

We’re so proud of you!

12/07/2021

You’ll be doing alright with your Christmas of white, but I’ll have a blue, blue, blue Christmas 💙

11/23/2021

Happy Thanksgiving week!!

Who’s looking toward to all you can eat mashed potatoes?? 🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️

We are so grateful for all your love, support, and special events that you chose to have in our Pearl Place. We are lucky to be able to share those special moments with you all.

Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving filled with friends, family, and fantastic food