Floral Fervour!

Here, for you to consume with your peepers, we are going to share some progress photos from the floral creations for Laura's laid back, romantic, and beautiful wedding.

I love the satisfaction of creating a gorgeous arrangement, let alone several.

We hope you enjoy them as much as we enjoyed making them!

So long summer sun

Well it looks as though summer has packed it suitcases and is headed elsewhere. The days are getting shorter and the mornings are a little crisper every day. The good news is that autumn is my favorite time of year! The leaves falling and the muted light gives it a magical feel!!
But this post is about summertime so lets have one last hurrah for the most glorious of seasons. This board is inspired by the last days of warmth . Enjoy.



Images; bicycles- bricabrac files, swimming images-design sponge, flowers images all from green wedding shoes, cupcakes- bricabrac files, Kissing couple- design sponge

Upcoming Events!

Freshy soaked from the Ellerslie Flower Show, I began thinking about Events in Christchurch, and remembered that it is Wedding season, but I havent heard anything about any Wedding Shows! And so with my magical powers [google], I have found the following;

Summer Charity Wedding Show - Sunday March 14th 10.00am - 4:00pm at the Horticultural Hall, Riccarton Ave, South Hagley Park.
Tickets are only $10.00 on the door, and all ticket proceeds go to Cancer Society and Child Help Line.

Lots of competitions, Free Parking, and Ideas for Brides to be!

The Great NZ Bride & Groom Show - Sunday April 18th 9.30am - 4.00pm at Addington Convention Centre, Addington Raceway.
Tickets are a reasonable $15.00 on the door.

I also tripped over this; Shabby Chic Day [which is just my cup of tea!]
Free admission, Vintage goodies, shabby Chic, breads, pastries, tea.
Held on the first sunday of every month [except easter sunday, when it will be held on the 11th April], 11.00am - 3.00pm at Rochester Villa, 21 Connal st Woolston. [look for the signs off Ferry Road]
Sounds like a great place to pick up lots of vintage goodies!

There is also an Antique Fair, on until the 14th of March [sunday] at the Arts Centre, Worcester Blvd.
There is an entry fee of $5.00, however there is supposedly complimentary tea and coffee!

Happy Eventing!

this one's for everybody!

Wedding planning Bride, Wedding Guests, Maid of Honour, Best Man, Groom, distant relatives....

This one is for all of you.

Clever Bastards does exactly what it says on the tin - Brings you a selection of Clever Bastards in New Zealand, from bands, to screen printers, to graphic designers, to upcyclers... the list is endless and limitless!

Clever Bastards is a fantastic resource for unique, special New Zealand gifts. So If you have been struggling to find the perfect gift for that perfect couple, can't make it to an overseas Wedding, or are looking for a thank you present for a wedding helper, look no further! [they even do gift vouchers!]

Candy Bowls; Zekiah Health

Made to order Heirloom Blankets; Ruth Sumner

Schoc Chef Chocolates; Schoc Chocolates

Recycled Clutch Bag; Glenda Keegan WAS Bags

Handprinted Cushions; Ingrid Anderson

Nautical Wonderment

images; teacup, button dress, vintage buckets; thisnext. invites, place cards, ship, bunting, tie; etsy. cupcake; countryliving.

I come bearing gifts! In apology for the lax posting, enjoy some nautical noms.

Personally, the idea of a beach wedding strikes me as rather overdone, almost cliché'd however, some people just suit that kind of thing, and I was browsing the web-space for vintage bathing suits of all things, and was inspired to create a board for a nautical theme wedding.

I love the ship in a bottle, what an interesting centerpiece!

Fill vintage pails with loose, bright flower arrangements, and dress your bridesmaids in personally flattering sailor style dresses.

I have a serious love for stripes and polka dots, they can instantly make anything adorable, and the nautical reds and blues are to die for!

Helen x

Short and oh so sweet

Girls come in all shapes and sizes...some of us are blessed with beautiful arms and shoulders while some others may have lovely long legs or delicate ankles. It stands to reason that we may not all suit the same style. If you've got it flaunt it I always say! So chickies with stunning pins need to have the courage to flash 'em!! here are some adorable examples of short dresses that will blow your man away.
Ruffles and tulle create ethereal romance.
Fifties glamour means display those perfectly manicured tootsies.
Rock'n'roll style is fun and quirky.

1970's chic. You cant get much cooler than this.