I love this modern take on the magnet save the dates. I can’t say that we have a paper version, but wouldn’t a sticker to affix on your special day be the BEST way to get family and friends to mark the calendar?
See more from this adorable invitation suite here.
Somehow I always down play the importance of gift tags until I start wrapping. Then I have this “oh crap” moment where I try to remember the contents as each box starts to look eerily similar.
If you are anything like me, have no fear! I have rounded up some of the cutest– and best yet– free printable gift tags for you. So all you have you do it is pull up this post, print and cut. All the better if you remember to print them on a full sheet sized label paper.
One of the hardest things we had to do when moving was getting rid of a lot of our things. After 5 years in the US, getting married and being a party planner/DIY crafter, we’ve collected many beautiful things. So many things, in fact, that we didn’t even remember everything we had– from individual gravy/syrup boats to a chocolate fountain, jewelry making supplies to tiles for a mosaic, our apartment was full. And, even though it was difficult at the time, it was freeing to get rid of things we don’t need to live a life of experiences.
That being said, I still want to make my apartment comfortable, even if I will only have it for short time {2 months}. It’s 400 square feet, so every foot is valuable real estate. There is a little couch with scratchy fabric that I didn’t want to sit on. So I took a trip to IKEA, got a sheet as a slip cover, a couple of pillows, a blanket to curl up with {hey, the a/c gets cold!}, and a rug to create a comfortable space to relax in, which is not the desk or the bed. I’ve spent a few evenings curled up here now, watching Glee.
Speaking of the bed– it’s a little hard. Like box springs hard. I am currently sleeping on the generous 4 pillows on top of the mattress for a little softness. We are already discussing purchasing a new bed for our longer term place.
I’m always looking for a storage solution for my jewelry. When I lived in Hong Kong before I started with stick-on- hooks, then nails, then a cork board with push pins. Since I’m not in this apartment very long, I needed something more mobile. I thought about tupperware or a sewing kit, but some of my necklaces are bulky and wouldn’t fit. I saw this paper tray at Japan Home Store, and crossed my fingers. It worked! I’m thinking of adding some velvet to the bottom of the drawers to keep things from sliding around.
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Thankfully the closet situation is pretty good in this little apartment. In fact, I’m not sure my bags have ever had it so good.
And lastly, a couple of pictures of my view.
We’ve started looking for something more permanent, so wish us luck in our search!
We are in the most painful part of the move right now, where you feel like you don’t have enough time to get everything done. Sandy certainly added her excitement as well! So glad my NYC peeps are safe and sound– that was pretty scary, even from DC!
So, with all of that, I thought you might like this list of fun party supply shops to take our minds to other things. Some of these shops I hadn’t heard of– but I can’t wait to check them out and order it up! One of the best parts? Most of these online stores ship internationally… {via PapernStitch}
This shop is STUNNING!! Things seem to sell out pretty quickly though, so be sure to check back often. Or join the mailing list for updates.
Currently loving rustic porcelain pedestal
Cupcake toppers and gum paste letters or numbers.
Currently loving…Colorful gum paste letters and numbers
Love.
Currently loving twist rope garland
Best known for interesting packaging-related supplies, but the tags and stickers are good for presents, which are party related!
Currently loving party confetti
Filled with honeycomb ball poufs and cool tissue fans, this shop is on internet ‘speed dial’ for when one of those two things.
Currently loving Clarissa Pouf Kit
I’ve been inspired by sweet animal parties {like this kit, my friend sent me and these doggy crowns} and if you follow my Instagram you know my own cat is a source of enjoyment and annoyance. So when I felt the urge to plan a party, a kitty party was one of my first thoughts. I put together a modern, sophisticated cat themed dessert party, that was still fun enough to live up to my lively pet.
This simple party made a big impact with the strict use of black white with tiny pops of red, used sparingly. The tiger-striped liners with the chocolate cupcakes and vanilla icing {and a special one in a kitty friendly recipe}, really pop with silhouette cut out cat related words and images. I took a stab at customizing a napkin, and the swedish fish finished off the table setting. Milk, a kitty favorite, given in tiny glasses and matched straws. The vases were my favorite part, each one different, but still tied together in the black and white theme. One in black and white twine, one with grosgrain ribbon and a fish, and the others with washi tape. It really added to the vases I already in my collection.
I think it turned out really well– and Kimchi seemed to like it. It was a success!
Are you all noticing this triangle trend? It’s everywhere, from structured chevron to free flow shapes to tribal looks. This look is definitely ”in.” {via Oh So Beautiful Paper}
Photos by Avery House, Escort Cards and Place Cards by Pitbulls and Posies via 100 Layer Cake
Photo by Lee Bird Photography, Favor Tag by Ham & Pea Design & Paperie via Style Me Pretty
Photo by Jenny Jimenez, Table Number by Matthew Parker Events via Ruffled (left), Photo by Katie Osgood Photography, Place Cards by Lara Kahn via Style Me Pretty (right)
Photo by KIM+PHIL Photography, Escort Cards by Paper Bloom via Brooklyn Bride
Guest Book via Martha Stewart Weddings
Photo by Zoom Photography, Place Card by Press Engaged
Photo by Paige Newton Photography, Cards by The Creative Parasol
Printable Table Numbers via Martha Stewart Weddings (left), Photo by Susan Jackson, Seating Chart by Cheree Berry Paper via Martha Stewart Weddings (right)
Remember these planters that I gussied up with some gold paint the other week? Well, I finally got some flowers to give them a little life and now I love them even more. I might have to make some more! {see how to make these here}
I have weddings on the brain this week. These stationery pieces are not only gorgeous, but are helping me get into the wedding zone. {what? It’s a thing.}
This invitation walks the perfect line between modern and vintage, classy and fun.
Being that I am a huge bookworm, this invitation suite is perfect in every way.
These adorable recipe cards would be perfect for a wedding shower. {favors or a gift for the bride to be, filled with her family and friends favorites} Even better? It’s a free printable!
Are enjoying the Olympics as much as I am? C and I have been talking about going to London for a few years and these games are just growing the desire. So I was immediately attracted to this wedding invitation suite from Hello!Lucky. Modern and fun, it’s a great representation of this fabulous city.
I had so much fun with my gold barrettes last week that I knew I wanted to do more with gold paint. {The other items in our apartment should be on high alert!}
We got a bunch of planters during a visit to IKEA awhile back. They were only a few dollars each, so we stocked up with the idea that we would plant herbs and cat grass. We didn’t end up doing much of that, so our pots were looking forlorn and empty. 
So I used some painters tape to create some designs on the pots…
And used the same trusty gold paint to create these beauties.
I didn’t have any flowers on hand, but I plan to fill these with a bouquet and use them as vases for my next dinner party. Just a few coats of gold paint really made these planters come to life. Not just for potted plants anymore! 
