Be Mine.

Its almost Valentine's day people! I admit its not what it used to be...

I definitely don't get as many cards in my mailbox as I used to. Sad.

 

Regardless, now that I am older, I have the means to plan a totally beautiful Valentine's Dinner Party!

Check out my inspiration below!Enjoy!!

 

 

Yarn.

I much prefer to create the decor than purchase it. Don't get me wrong I am a shopping freak, purchasing is great, you can get some amazing items here, here, or here. I just find personal touches can really help to make that event special, and sometimes even make your guests feel more comfortable.

I wasn't sure that I wanted to post about this DIY project today, because literally everyone will be getting one of these for Christmas. Sorry! These yarn covered letters make such great decor items at weddings, parties, or dinners. They even make as great wall decor for any room in the house.  

All you need is:

 

Wooden letters. You can pick these up at the dollar store, or any Michael's Craft Store, sometimes even Winners has them. It doesn't matter what colour they are because you are going to cover it up.

You will obviously need some yarn. You can buy it again at the dollar store, Michael's, Walmart will have some. The best yarn would be from specialty knitting stores.

 

The obvious next step is to wrap the letters in the yarn of your choice. I would start with a bit of glue, and end with a bit of glue, but its up to you about how you want to finish  them ( i.e. knotting)

 

Finished Products:

 

If you are feeling extra creative and a little daring, create your letters using a hammer and nails, either on the wall itself or on an awesome 2"4. Looks pretty amazing if your willing to try.

 

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Balloon Scenery.

First, this needs to be cleared up that I am seriously a Pinterest freak. I save, pin, and like three quarters of everything on Pinterest. It makes me the most happy! Not too long ago I came across this family portrait, of a random family. The people were beautiful, but it was the whimsical scenery that caught my eye.

I have told you time and time again ( two times at least ) that I am not the biggest fan of balloons. I hate the way they get taped on walls, or tied to mailboxes or worse get made into a banner. (I shudder) Fortunately, in this photo the balloons were not tied, or taped. Instead, they were pegged into the ground at every different level. Most of the balloons were white, some soft pink or yellow. It was stunning! I seriously fell in love with it.

The photo I found, was taken in some sort of forest, or maybe a park, but I am pretty sure you could use your backyard, or a park near your house ( people may think your wacky) but it would be worth it. '

Check out the photos below.

I will also try out my own and post it as soon as I can!

Pom Pom.

Pom Pom Garland.

For any occasion.

Can you really go wrong?

Image : Honestly WTF 

Image: Honestly WTF

Image: Google Image

Image: Once Wed

Image: Google Image

Strands Co.

SOOO. I finally decided to get a move on with my accessories business. Strands Co. Is officially a registered name! Woohoo! I wanted to post a few of the Bridal Belts/Flower Girl headbands (I've had customers wear them for both). If you're interested, post a comment, let me know what your looking for.

Strands Co. ---> Bracelets, Necklaces, Hair Pieces, Bridal Hair Pieces, and Bridal Belts.



DIY : Homemade Self - Tanner.

 So in the theme of Hawaii (they are a tanned culture) I decided to take a stab at the DIY Tanning Solution.

It was pretty simple, and took no time.

Check it out below.

You will need 12 BLACK teabags to start.

This TAZO tea had a nice citrus smell to it as well.

Place the teabags into a container. (I used a Tupperware)

Add 2 cups boiling water, and let sit.

Sit, Sit, Sit........ and cool.

Place it in an empty spray bottle, and bronze yourself!

DIY: Lei.

I'm just not feeling the whole talking deal today. Here is a DIY Lei tutorial I found. ( I'm really sticking to theme here eh?!)

DIY: Lei

(They turn out great!)

Embroidery Hoops.

Another simple craft that can create the most whimsical "tea - time"sort of theme.

This is my next project. :)

Way back.

So it has been a while...I apologize, I was in event mode at work and it seemed to be more stressful than usual. I finally have a bit of a lull until spring. Woohooo!!! Before I go ahead and make my usual yatta yatta promise of a new destination and next venue I wanted to tell y'all about my DIY posts that I will now be doing as I make them I guess. As soon as I take some pictures of my creations I will be sure to put them up.  Until then, I did make some snazzy bracelets today, and just so happened to have a couple photos. Hope you like!

Large Crystal : $12.00 CAD

Small Crystal: $9.00 CAD

(all made with silk thread)

DIY Bows.

Ola! Sorry for not posting in a while, but its Christmas! Well, sort of. You have to understand that I am completely obsessed with Christmas, to the point that I have this creepy grin on my face whenever I see Christmas lights or hear a Christmas song. My boyfriend and I went for a walk a couple of weeks ago, and there was a very tiny light show going on at City Hall. I had to watch it twice, with the creepy grin in all its glory.

On to better things. I don't feel I have completely finished the Gold Coast, AU as of yet. So, please expect a few more venue posts for that destination. I will hopefully get to post some more Holiday/Christmas themed parties, or events within the next couple of weeks. While your all anxiously waiting for those, ( you are anxiously waiting right??!! ) check out this great DIY Bows tutorial. It's pretty easy, and gives you presents quite a modern edge. Hope you like.

Source: 100 Layer Cake

DIY Flannel Lanterns

Source: Green Wedding Shoes ( check it out its one of my faves!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=4L5lY1BBvgo

DIY Place Cards.

I'm very used to going to the big- sort of gaudy Italian Weddings and Retirement Parties, Birthdays etc. etc. (Trust me the list goes on) I've almost come to expect the big red heart with the #2 on it. Or the Italian Flag chocolate that barley fits your name. And these things cost money! I mean like a decent chunk of change. Why bother?

My suggestion: Make you own, it can be a fun experience for you and your bridal party or your family (dependant on the event). This way your allowed to put a little bit more of "you"into the event. The more "you"that there is the more people will enjoy themselves, and the more you will enjoy yourself.

Check out these cutie place cards, and maybe a Micheal's Craft Store or two.

Have a nice weekend!