Here is another freebie for Father’s day for you, an “I Heart My Dad” card.

Just download the template, print onto cardstock, trim and fold. Write your message inside and you’re done!

Click here to download the template

Feel free to share with your friends, Enjoy!

Alisha xx

Here is a little cool wedding stuff post….

I was intrigued when I saw a blog post from Always a blogsmaid today where a Wedding invitation was sent for a suburban Bride & Groom’s Wedding to who else other than the American President, Barack Obama and his lovely wife Michelle.

What fascinated me was that the couple actually received a lovely response! Unfortunately the President would not be attending, but they did send a note from the White House wishing them well!

So if you would like a to add something a little different to your wedding memorabilia, or perhaps something special to display at your wedding, send out an invite to the White House, and according to their etiquette rules, a  letter of congratulations will be sent to you.  It will certainly get your guests talking and give your wedding scrapbook historical significance. It can also make a great “gift” from the maid-of-honour, bridesmaids or anyone else with access to an extra invitation. 

Send your wedding invitation to:
The Honorable Barack and Mrs. Obama
The White House
Greetings Office, Room 39
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, D.C. 20500

The Australian Prime Minster will send congratulatory messages to those celebrating significant milestone wedding anniversaries (starting at 50th) and birthdays (starting at 90). http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/anniversary/index.cfm

When it came time to prepare for my daughters 2nd birthday I was really excited, there were so many ideas that I wanted to try out, and I absolutely love all things party, so I was in heaven. 

But what theme and colours to choose, what food to prepare and how do you keep 2 year olds happy and busy? I decided on a garden themed party.

I knew I wanted to prepare a candy buffet, so I used artificial turf as my table cloth, to bring the outdoors in, and butterfly and dragonfly accents. There were cute little garden pails to pop the sweet treats in, and candy galore.

I made lovely little cupcake pops, and cake pops with chocolate butterflies which were a big hit, and am really excited with how my Martha Stewart Ruffle Cake attempt came out.

 The little kids had so much fun with their butterfly wings, and I kept them busy with pink and blue coloured play-doh with butterfly cut-outs, and garden themed pictures of butterflies, bees and rainbows I found online at http://www.coloringcastle.com to colour-in.

Lolly bags were our Paper eskimo floss stripe bags with a custom Thank you tag completing the look.

Invitations, thank you tags and lolly bags are available from Hoot Invitations now.

www.hootinvitations.com.au

Today I came across these beautiful handmade napkin flowers on MADE. They are as Dana says, simple but elegant!

These amazing napkin flowers could be used for all types of decor, and not just for weddings.

Use the flowers as centrepieces, cut out small circles to use as confetti, create party favours by including a small tag, the possibilities are endless!

For full instructions click here to visit MADE. We can also create these for your big day, just email us for a quote.

Is everyone as excited as I am for next Friday night and the Royal wedding?

I came across these gorgeous free printables from The TomKat Studio  that I had to share with you. Perfect to use at your royal wedding gatherings to set the mood.

 

 

Click here to go to the Tom Kat studio download page

{Inspiration Board Sources}

Red & White Striped Wedding :: The Knot
Will & Kate Tea :: HomeGoods
Little Man Necktie :: DapperDude
Keep Calm & Marry On Art Print :: TomKat Studio
Champagne Cupcakes :: With Style & Grace
Queen Wall Hangings :: Source Unknown
Royal Pucker Lip Gloss :: Bath & Body Works
Queen Silhouette Hat :: Folksy
Printable Party Circles :: TomKat Studio
Rosette Headband :: Georgia Couture
Kate & Will’s Union Jack Tote :: La Lune Designs

This super cute vintage airplane party was recently featured on Hostess with the Mostest.

 

 

The day was announced with gorgeous boarding pass invitations. Contact Hoot Invitations  to create your very own boarding pass invitations today!

I absolutely love the custom suitcase carry bags. Just gorgeous!

Contact Hoot Invitations  to create your very own boarding pass invitations today!

 

VENDOR CREDITS:

– Photography: Bryan Mikota

The girls at Prudent baby have come up with a gorgeous baby shower favour for all those mum’s out there expecting little boys.

Click here for the crazy simple DIY for these moustache lollipops!

In line with the moustache theme, there are some great freebie cupcake toppers available from A Beautiful Mess

Take a peek at the 1st birthday party Jessica from A little Gray threw for her son, Hendrix that used these moustache cupcake toppers. Too cute!!!

With the beginning of the year kicking off the biggest wedding planning season, it is only fitting to let you in on the latest trends for 2011.  According to One Wed and TheKnot.com, we’re in for more elegance, nostalgia and romance, an easy complement to our unique wedding favors.  Check out these pairing as this year brings…

1. The Return of Sophisticated Elegance

No more Converses and crazy cakes.  It’s back to basics with simple elegance in 2011. Wedding decor will be classy and understated, with brides choosing modern designs over DIY accents. Scripted calligraphy, custom monograms, brides in pearls and classic wedding cakes embody this trend. One Wed

 2. Grey is the New Black, Digging Deep Blue

We’ve moved from black to brown and now grey.  Yes, grey will be the neutral IT color for 2011 weddings. Not gloomy anymore, shades of charcoal, dove, stone, oyster and shell will be incorporated into wedding color palettes.  Paired with vibrant hues, it will really pop! In addition to groovy grey, navy (and other deep blues) will be popular for the coming year…thanks to Prince William and Kate’s royal wedding. One Wed

3. After Parties

It’s a day no one wants to end.  And with the latest trend of wedding reception after parties, it doesn’t have to—well, at least not as quickly.  Planning a post-reception after party lasting into the wee hours of the night with drinks, entertainment, dancing, and snacks is a fun way wedding guests can keep the celebration going all night long!  While you’re at it, why not send guests home with a trendy cocktail favor? One Wed

4. The Redefined Princess

With a royal wedding around the corner, you can bet Kate Middleton’s going to alter what princess style is all about. Put away the ball-gown skirt because the new princess silhouette will be body-skimming but with a bold train. Add statement-making headwear like tasteful tiaras (seriously!) and cathedral-length veils. And you can count on sophisticated sequins and beading showing up on everything from the wedding dress to the floral arrangements and the wedding cake. TheKnot.com

5. Sultry Ballerina Style

From feathered headpieces and shredded fabrics to airy plumes and pale pinks paired with black, the look of the season is all about Black Swan, right down to an ambience where everything happens after 8 p.m. One idea we love? Romantic ceremonies by candlelight.   TheKnot.com

These Kate Aspen favours and more available now at www.hootinvitations.com.au

Oh the cherry blossom tree! Sakura, to be precise. A different kind of cherry tree provides the fruit. The Sakura cherry tree provides the glorious symbolism.

An omen of good fortune and an emblem of affection to ancient cultures, the cherry blossom is a significant symbol of power to the Chinese. Typically it represents feminine beauty and sexuality and often holds the idea of feminine power. Within the language of Chinese herbal lore, the cherry blossom is the symbol of love. How perfect for your wedding day!

Happy planning!

Some savvy summer brides opt for a brilliant outdoor ceremony in the summer, and an indoor, air-conditioned reception afterward. Best of both worlds, don’t you think? So why not bring the outdoors inside with a beautiful, naturally elegant green and white wedding reception?

Accent your tables and say thank you to your guests with our Kate Aspen green and white-themed wedding favors and you’re set to enjoy the best of your beautiful, “forever” day!

Happy planning!

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