Festive Invites

I designed some quick little invites for my friend's Christmas Partay. She did a lovely job pulling the event together despite a last minute wet-weather emergency. I hardly took any photos throughout the night... guess I was enjoying myself too much! You can see the full story on Sam's blog here.

December came around so so quickly this year and the dinner party was a great chance to gather, celebrate and reflect on the year that has passed. We're looking forward to it becoming a yearly tradition.

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Today is Christmas Day, and in true Sydney form, we are experiencing tropical summer rains (it happens every year without fail). I am still a festive shade of pink from yesterday's frolic up to Palm Beach (which is also up on Sam's blog), but I hope you all had a fun, cheerful, food-filled day with your loved ones. Feliz Navidad!

OZ

'Happy Straya Day' (Happy Australia Day)



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Giving Thanks

A simple sunny Easter, without the guilty choccy aftermath!

(images via mostwanted, duabu) 

Festive Fire

Fireworks: The only breed of friendly man-made explosions.

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The Eve Of A New Year

Here's wishing you a wonderful New Year's Eve celebration, and an even better year ahead! 

See you in 2012!

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Merry Christmas To You All

Whether it was cold or hot, by the beach or by the fireplace, I hope you all had a safe and happy Christmas. And for those who don't celebrate this season religiously, I hope you enjoyed the time off with your families!

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Last Minute

Some cutesy crafty ideas to try out.

... And while you're at it, how about some candy cane macarons?

I'm guessing that they're hard to make, but I'm also guessing that they're worth the effort  ;)

Candy cane + eggnog recipie available here, and for the Zumbo recipie minus the eggnog try here

Enjoy!

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Wrap It Up

I love the simplicity of kraft paper, it's chic (with the right embellishments), environmentally friendly, and best of all - ohh soo cheap.

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Local Festivities

My friend Amy and I recently hosted a small multi-faith dessert party for our uni friends.The event celebrated Christmas and Hanukkah which both fall in the festive month of December. The idea was two years in the making, but the actual event was very last minute, nevertheless, it was a delight to create, and everybody enjoyed the sugary feast.

(Images: Appetite Spoiler/ Amy Weiss)

All is calm, all is white...

A textbook Scandanavian Christmas- simple, neutral and rustic.

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Costume Fun

When it comes to fun/memorable halloween costumes, DIY seems to be the best way to go!

These images were from the cobra snake, but for more inspiration you can look here.

Mothers Day Inspiration

Some pretty pastel tablescapes & decorations that your mum will love!

(Images via Lonny Magazine, Martha Stewart, Country Living, Pinterest, Aileen Tran, Various)

Cheers to the New Year!

looking forward to 2011 and all that it brings!

(images via livingetc and life)