Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Entertain in neon..

Have a recent fetish for neon.. hence fell hard for this bright and cute kids' party theme.






When I showed Isabella these pictures she told me I wasn't allowed to use her plastic animals..! She did the same thing earlier this year when I showed her THIS.. and THIS..! :)


Happy rest of the weekend my dears.
Hope you are enjoying a marvelous one!

xx Charlotta


I marked these images as being sourced via Splendid Something but can't find the link.. help anyone?

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

One terribly charming party..

Don't you just love a good party!?! I certainly do, and I make a conscious effort to find excuses & reasons to celebrate - be it an extra effort made at school, an anniversary, a promotion, a holiday, a special event, or a birthday. Anything really, because  in my book life is too short and too beautiful not to make the most of!



NYC Party - HERE

To me, some of the most fun parties to plan and execute are the ones for the kids. Don't get me wrong though, I love (!) preparing adult parties too, but there is something with the freedom of imagination & boundless playfulness of children's events that get me very excited! I am a children's artist & designer, don't forget..! :)

One of my favourite go-to-sources for bright, fun and original kids' party ideas is 'One Charming Party'. 
Founded & run by Brittany Egbert and Sara Westbrook, this site sells the most creative and comprehensive 'party plans' you will ever come across! The plans come complete with pre-designed printable invitations, style guides, game ideas, DIY tutorials, menu suggestions and general implementation tips. All for a mere US$25 per plan people!!


Super Hero Party - HERE

Wonder Woman Party - HERE

All parties are styled to perfection by Sara & Brittany, and then captured in the most delicious way by fabulous photographer Nicole Hill Gerulat (and sometimes also by Sara!). Then they are put together in 'Issuu powered look-books' so that you can browse each theme before you buy. Simply brilliant!




Country Fair Party - HERE

Though the core of their business is 'children's parties', they recently did this wonderful 'Dog Party' that made me go Woof! (ha!) 
I really must get myself a dog now because I can't see my cat Bella Busk sharing anything this yummy! :)





 Dog Party - HERE

I hope this has gotten you as excited as me, and that you will head on over to 'One Charming Party' to browse their gallery. 
Never again will you be stomped for ideas, and just imagine the wonderful memories these parties will create for you & your kids..! Oh, and your dogs of course..! :)


xx Charlotta 



P.S. I can see how you might think that this is a sponsored post, but it isn't. I asked Brittany if I could feature them because I really am genuinely this excited & impressed by her & Sara!

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Happy happy..!

I must say, that despite the obvious pain of having Tonsillitis (like a hand-full of razor blades down my throat..) spending a couple of days in bed without anyone questioning why, has its advantages...


 This wonderful typographical 'moustache poster' seen over at Luna and Chloe Weddings

I am roaming around the blog world enjoying some fabulous posts. I just dumped a whole seven comments in a row over at 'Desde Mi Ventana'.. She'll think I've lost the plot.. :) Apart from rediscovering some of my old time favourites, I am also so enjoying the wedding and event bloggers right now..

I mean, what a fabulous & uplifting bunch they are! Always full of romantic & colourful shots, girly energy, and contagious inspiration, don't you think!?! It's an instant 'pick-me-up' browsing their happy little corner of the blog world today!


Just look at the gorgeous Sarah Yates shoot above (seen via my friend Megan's wonderful 'Beach Bungalow 8')..! After I saw it last week I went ran (I consider my enthusiasm one of my virtues..!) straight into my kids' playroom to dig through their plastic animals (you think I am kidding..!?) to see which ones I could spray gold for Christmas.. I think it would be a fabulous idea, don't you?!? But horror (!), when I had dug through several crates I remembered that we'd given them away to my god daughter earlier this year.. Oh bother!



And how divine to stage a little 'forest fiesta' like the one I saw over at 'Style Me Pretty' (above)! Can you imagine being invited to a gorgeous lunch feast at a secret location like this?! Heaven!


And speaking of wonderful.. These delightful blogs are always full of colour, which is a sure mood booster for me! Rich gorgeous dollops of the spectrum in a never ending parade of vibrant inspiration!




This turquoise dream above actually reminded me a little of Eddie and Jaithan's amazing creations. I think it is the confident use of colours, fabulous detail, and gorgeous table wear. They are so clever those boys! BTW: Did you guys see their latest post 'Center of Attention'?. Gorgeous holiday decor inspiration in yummy colours!


This one (above) by Follow Studio, reminds me of Sweden. All that light-filled goodness. Though I am not typically 'the girl with the flowery napkins', I quite like the one above in combination with the stunning Dutch Poppies and all that white. The pattern reminds me of the hankies I used to always buy at Liberty's in London (also, they do a blog that you might enjoy..).

How many doilies did it not take to make this beautiful dress..!?! It's gorgeous isn't it!? Especially with the green lining. So unusual.
And aren't marshmallows always a great idea when you are feeling a little under the weather.!!? Especially when toasted over a candle on a skewer, until they nearly drip, then squeezed between two Marie crackers! YUM!  :)


Chic and morbid at the same time - hanging one's wedding dress on a dead animal..
On a lighter note, can one ever get tired with rice lamps..? Especially when they are used out of context like in the picture above..!

Style me Pretty
 Jessica Claire
Style me Pretty

How can Hibiscus Iced Tea not draw a smile!? I feel better already and am sure I'll wake up bright eyed and bushy tailed tomorrow after all this indi love..! :)



It's night time here in Sydney and it's time to sign off.
Sweet dreams my darlings!

xx Charlotta

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Green..

There are many reasons to love 'green' and I have for long
been very fond of this particular colour (and lifestyle for 
that matter!). So in celebration of the upcoming green 
events of 'Earth Hour 2010' ( 8.30-9.30pm, 27th March)
and 'St Patrick's Day' (17th March), I give you a parade of 
green inspiration - from Havana, to Jade, Aqua & soft Sage..
Enjoy!

 

 

 

 










 



 Please don't forget to sign up for Earth Hour people!

xCharlotta
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