Tuesday, November 30, 2010

FELİPE&LETİZİA

Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia attended the XII edition of the "National Young Entrepreneur Award" and Audience with representatives of Agricultural Navarraphotos(terra. diariodenavarra es)

PRİNCESS MAXİMA

 Princess Maxima attended the final session of the Beste Maatjes (best buddies) in Nijkerk.

Monday, November 29, 2010

PRİNCESS MAXİMA

Princess Maxima attended the Prince Bernhard Cultuurfonds award at the Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ in Amsterdam. 

MİSSONİ PONCHO OF PRİNCESS MARY

Cristallo mohair and wool-blend poncho by Missoni

FELİPE VARELA DRESS OF PRİNCESS LETİZİA

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Etsy Wedding Treasury 2 - Etsy Wedding Collection

This is a treasury made by The Papery Nook another one from our designer diva.  A compilation of the divas wedding items that can be found on Etsy.Enjoy another collage of  talents which can also serve as inspiration.  This treasury offers the largest selection of whimsical holiday wedding theme designed and individually hand crafted by our team.From Etsy Wedding DivasTo see more of these

Houndstooth.

It's one of my favorite fabric designs. Timeless and classic. Take a look at these images from Better Homes and Garden.  The chair should belong to me.  It even has my monogram on the pillow.
Houndstooth is not relegated to black or brown.  Check out the red.
Source: Rue

And what about houndstooth at Christmas?

Look at this cute package trim from A Gift Wrapped Life.  If you haven't visited this delightful blog, it's a must.


More cute packages from Jaimee Ross at AZCentral.



Houndstooth can blend with multiple patterns.  Aren't these stockings adorable?
source: The Dandy Lion Boutique

Here's my little version of Christmas on my houndstooth bench/ottoman.  All from Target. How's this for a thrifty find?  
(ottoman less than $100)



And maybe if I'm really good, Santa will bring me a new coat from J.Crew.

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Nifty Thrifty Tues at Coastal Charm

Etsy Wedding Treasury 1 - Bridal Bliss

This is a treasury made by Daisy Blu one from our designer diva.  A compilation of the divas wedding items that can be found on Etsy.Enjoy this simple collage of  talents which can also serve as inspiration.  This treasury offers the largest selection of whimsical holiday wedding theme designed and individually hand crafted by our team.From Etsy Wedding DivasTo see more of these treasuries you

Marina & Sabir's Fourth of July Holiday Wedding

Marina & Sabir were married at Ursinus College on this past Fourth of July.  The college, where they both attended and first met, supplied a beautiful backdrop for a wedding.  Marina and Sabir both looked amazing!  Sabir was a runner up for Esquire Magazine's best dressed competition this past summer and he definitely lived up to expectation with his handsomely curated suit, featuring a stylish yet inexpensive sports jacket from H&M.  To tie the holiday theme into their day, we used sparklers for the bridal party pictures, everyone gathered to watch the great view of the fireworks display and Marina & Sabir exited to their guests holding sparklers and cheering them as they left!  Thanks for letting us share in your special day!

























PHOTOS FROM CHARLENE WİTTSTOCK İN 'TATLER'

Photos from Charlene Wittstock in 'TATLER' december issuephotos(lisaeldridge.com)

QUEEN RANİA

25 November: King Abdullah  and  Queen Rania attend the Jordan River Foundation's '15 Years of Giving' gala dinner in Amman, Jordan

Saturday, November 27, 2010

I Can Only Imagine -Food for the Soul


We had a great Thanksgiving weekend even though it was just me, Doc and the boys.  We ate, put up the tree, played games, went to a Christmas light festival and then ate some more. Trying to get in as much family time as we can since Doc is leaving Sunday to go work out of town for the next couple of months.  At least he's getting off for Christmas. We'll also go see him some on weekends. Goodbyes are never easy, especially the final ones.  We lost my father in law 2 years ago to cancer.  Holidays can be a painful reminder.  Doc would love to just call and chat with his dad.  Someday there will be no more goodbyes. Hello will never end.  I can only imagine

Posting to Spirtual Sundays, Then Sings My Soul Saturdays and Sunday Song at 5 Minutes Just for Me.

MARİE&JOACHİM VİSİT TO CHİNA(4)

Prince Joachim and Princess Marie attended a reception in Hong Kongphotos(billed bladet dk)

Feature 7 - Bella Fiore

Another one from our divas that was featured on Style Me Pretty designer Diva Bella Fiore.Bella Fiore made to order couture flower wedding accessories and more for the Fabulous Woman! Special Occasion and Wedding Accessories tailored around your color scheme.Color is her inspiration, unexpected color combination and textures, layers upon layers of colorful goodness. Spending hours in a fabric

Feature 6 - BirddHouse Accents

Another one from our designer Diva BirdHouse Accents.BirdHouse Accents enjoys the simple pleasure of putting a smile on someone's face when they find that perfect birdhouse. Theyoffer the largest selection of whimsical, primitive, folk art and one of a kind birdhouses, bat houses, butterfly houses and bee houses. All of their houses are designed and individually hand crafted.From Etsy Wedding

Feature 5 - Daisy Blu

From designer Diva Daisy Blu.Daisyblu Photo Keepsakes are inspired by vintage linens and embroideries. Each embrace hand stitched bead work and accoutrements with the best in luxurious ribbons and papers. Whether you're looking for a beautifully detailed album to hold a small collection of photos to share with friends and family, or a gift for your bridal party and parents, these lovely

Feature 4 - Paper Acorn

From designer Diva Paper Acorn.Paper Acorn offers custom paper goods for weddings, parties, gifts and home decor! Paper Acorn's handmade, personalized luminaries were featured in Martha Stewart's Wedding magazine in summer 2010, along with an original bird-shaped favor box. You'll find garlands, placecards, favor boxes, luminaries and napkin rings at Paper Acorn; all made with paper and all

Feature 3 - Virginia Geiger Jewels

As we promised, we will be introducing the rest of the Divas, here our designer Diva Virginia Geiger Jewels.Virginia Geiger Jewels owned by a mother and teacher and still find time to make jewelry and bridal accessories because she simply loves it! Inspired by beautiful, old jewelry that she find when going treasure hunting at her favorite local antique shops giving vintage jewelry new life by

CHARLOTTE &ALEX

Charlotte Casigarhi and Alex Dellal attend the Liberatum dinner hosted by Ella Krasner in honour of Sir V.S. Naipaul at The Landau in The Langham Hotel 

PRİNCESS VICTORIA

24 November:Princess Victoria attend the "jubileumskonsert Musik på Slottets" in the royal palace in Stockholm

PRİNCESS MADELEİNE

25 November:Princess Madeleine is seen leaving for Arlanda airport and a flight to New York in Stockholm

Friday, November 26, 2010

Pink Remedy for Black Friday

I don't know how you spent your Friday, but if it was black, you need some pink.  

Soak those tootsies in a rose petal spa.
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Unwind in a warm rose and lime bath.
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Pamper yourself with good smelling lotions and perfume.
Rue


Slip into something comfortable.
Rue


Make your way to the chaise. Kick back and relax with the laptop.
Domino

Oh, sorry.  I'm was so tired from the last couple of days, I must have fallen asleep and had a dream. Sweet dreams and Happy Pink Saturday!

Posting to Pink Saturday @How Sweet the Sound

Baby Doll


I thought I would share a little mini gown that was inspired by one of my Brides. I had previously designed a dress for a Brides niece, who was just 10 months old. The dress was a direct reflection of the Bride, with the same color scheme as the Bridal party and the same flow as the Brides. So, I thought it would be fun to design a dress for a baby girl that was also a mini-couture piece. This one is also made from silk and has a cute little tie to the back,which is also the same detail that my Bride had. Perfect for a destination wedding!


ALBERT&CHARLENE

Prince Albert and Charlene Wittstock  attended the 10th Monte-Carlo Film Festival in Monacophotos(reuters)

FELİPE&LETİZİA VİSİT TO PERU(11)

Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia  finish the official visit to Peru and they go back to Spain

MARİE&JOACHİM VİSİT TO CHİNA(4)

Prince Joachim and Princess Marie attended Christmas Light-up ceremony of the Four Seasons Hotel in Hongkong 

Thursday, November 25, 2010

FELİPE&LETİZİA VİSİT TO PERU(10)

Princess Letizia and Prince Felipe aarived to Arequipa    Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia a visit to the Santa Catalina convent in Arequipa

MARİE&JOACHİM VİSİT TO CHİNA(3)

Day 3: Princess Marie and Prince Joachim visit to Hong Kongphotos(billed bladet dk)

FELİPE&LETİZİA VİSİT TO PERU(9)

Princess Letizia and Princess Letizia attended a reception held at the Spanish Center of Lima Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia  attended Spain / Peru business meeting in Lima,photos (terra es)

Happy Turkey Day!

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

ROYAL ENGAGEMENT RINGS

The eye-popping engagement rings of the European royals. Their choices of stones and designs reflect tradition and opulence.CABOCHON-CUT SAPPHIRE AND HEART-SHAPED DIAMOND When Crown Prince Pavlos proposed to American heiress, Marie Chantal, eldest daughter of billionaire and Duty Free mogul, Robert Miller, in 1995, he gave her a rare cabochon-cut sapphire and heart-shaped diamond ring. Prince

SWEDEN ROYAL FAMILY

 Sweden Royal Family  hosted the Riksdag supper for members of the Swedish Parliament at the Royal Palace in Stockholm.

FELİPE&LETİZİA VISIT TO PERU(8)

Prince Felipe and  Princess Letizia  attended a reception  to the Spanish community 

FELİPE&LETİZİA VİSİT TO PERU(7)

Prince  Felipe and Princess Letizia attended a breakfast meeting with representatives of Spanish bussines 

VİCTORİA &DANİEL

 Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel attended the opening of the hotel Nobis in StockholmKing Carl Gustav and  Princess Victoria attended  the Council on Foreign Affairs at the Royal Palace

MARİE&JOACHİM VİSİT TO CHİNA(2)

Princess Marie and Prince Joachim participating in an event "Sustainable Design" by Withers Store in Hong Kongphotos(billed bladet dk)

Thanksgiving Table

Welcome to the cheapest table setting ever. Sticking to my "no spending" rule, the Thanksgiving table is set for less than $15. 

For inexpensive place cards:
Use free clipart from Graphics Fairy on cardstock.  An old trick of the teaching trade is to outline with a magic marker.  Just run your marker along the edge and it creates an automatic border.  

Attach to a pine cone from the front yard, and there you have an almost free place card. 

A run down on everything else:
  • tablecloth is a curtain
  • Pier 1 pillow bought at GW for $2
  • dishes, well can you spell C-H-E-A-P?  
  • Wal Mart $1 plates 
  • Wal Mart .88 stemware 
  • bottom plates are from my everyday set
  • leave plates bought on clearance last year for .50
  • feathers and brown cattails added to faux greenery  (Not exactly what I want but, something I didn't have to purchase.)
  • rest of the items were shopped from the house


posting to:
Table Top Tues @ A Stroll Thru Life
Anything Related @All Thingz Related
Penny Pinching Party @The Thrifty Home
Nifty Thrifty @ Coastal Charm