We can't believe not only is it the end of the year it's the end of the decade! We've got lots of exciting plans for 'i do' it yourself coming soon so keep watching this space. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed and commented, we've loved putting this blog together and hope you have enjoyed reading it. Have a fabulous new...

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Yay, it's nearly the start of a new year and we've got lots of exciting projects planned for 2010. But here is a sneak peek at our latest offerings: banner design!We've been busy this past year with lots of little design jobs and I thought why not make it a regular feature? So to start with creative monsoon will now be offering banner...

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Stunning yellow, feathered details and striking black damask print all came together for Kelly and Scotts gorgeous wedding. If you were still in need of a bit more convincing for this bold colour combination, then look no further. Beautifully photographed by Sean Loring Schofield the bride wore a fabulous dress of frills and feathered fascinator, with feathers in her bouquet even. While the...

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I came across some really beautiful examples of typography today featured on tripwire magazines site. Amazing combinations of type and illustration. ...

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Magpies love shiny objects, so we thought that made them the perfect choice to decorate a cute new invitation design. Great for engagment parties or weddings, with a beautiful illustration of a cheeky magpie holding a wedding ring in his beak. Cute! The pretty hessian background is even part of the file, no special paper required. Available in our online store along with matching...

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Here is a clever and inexpensive way to co-ordinate some after dinner mints or sweats into your wedding colour scheme. The hip hostess simply covered these mints in bright yellow tissue paper and finished them off with some pretty black and white polka dot ribbon. Easy! See the tutorial on the Hip Hostess. ...

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In recent months I've become a bit of a fan of the petal envelope, even using it for my own wedding invitations. It's a fantastic way to add that extra wow factor to your invites, and, it's really simple.DIY project:Start by selecting the size of your inserts, these will be square. Lets say you choose 145mm square. This could be a single folded...

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Mix the drama of black with the playfulness of yellow for a stunning effect. Bright yellow flowers in black vases. Floral arrangement from Blooms By Martha. Add some sparkle with a gold damask table cloth. Pic via Smarty Bride. Paper banners are so simple to make and yet so effective. Yellow paper flower garland US$18 from Panda With Cookie.Yellow and black is sure...

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It's just so easy to make this just married banner! Print them out, cut them out, and peg to a piece of string or ribbon for an instant and fun paper banner. We've put together these paper letters, available as a FREE download. As an alternative you could keep them on A4 pieces of paper or glue them to new bits of card...

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I'm so pleased people are using our products in creative ways. Check out what this talented Canberian did with our gum leaf table numbers - turned them into Aussie themed, twelve days of Christmas, gift tags. Brilliant! ...

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This morning we took 14 weeks old Scampi to Cafe Bones, a doggy cafe in Leichhardt. It was a crazy place but great for a bite to eat and for the dogs to play. A warning though, it is a high crime rate area, muggings and thefts are common. After only a few minutes we were subjected to a co-ordinated Beagle attack, as...

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Some more cheerful invitations added to our online shop, perfect for the party season. As part of our simply elegant range, all colours can be changed and it comes as a set with invitation, RSVP, thank you card and even table numbers. Sure to brighten someones day. ...

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It's been a while since we added some new work, but with Christmas on it's way I started thinking about some beautifully peaceful sky shots taken in France last year. Calm and relaxing, this would make a great print for a bedroom. Available through our redbubble store. ...

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You might have noticed lately some 'love'ly t shirts appearing on our site. Well, we've been busy bees putting together some great designs for the bride and groom to be. From $30 each there are some great alternatives to the usual wedding tees, like this cute couple. Wear the love we say! Visit our store to see more. ...

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Striking or sunny? Black and yellow are fabulous options for bridesmaid dresses. Any colour will really pop against black and of course your bridesmaids will be sure to get plenty of use out of their dress later. Team a cute little black strapless cocktail dress, US$280 from Ouma, with a pretty white fascinator, US$65 from Twigs and Honey. Photo by Sarah Maren Photography....

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Introducing... drum roll please... our new stationery range - simply elegant. You might have noticed that on 'i do' it yourself we don't shy away from the daring and we love to splash the colour around. But we know thats not for everyone, so we have designed the simply elegant range for the more traditional bride. Beautiful designs that are simple and elegant....

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It's getting close! Christmas is nearly here, but there is still just enough time to get your creative monsoon orders in. 2010 calenders: Order by 17th DecemberPhotography: Order by 17th DecemberT shirts: Order by 13th DecemberOrder via our etsy store or our redbubble store. ...

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It's your day to shine, so stand out in black and white or make a statement in striking yellow.You don't have to be a gothic bride to pull off a black dress - elegant and beautiful black ruffled gown via Fashion Bride. Why let the bridesmaids have all the fun with colour? Turn heads in daring black and yellow - like this gorgeous...

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Get out your sunglasses because we've got a bright and beautiful mood board that simply oozes glamour and style.Credits: Yellow dress and black patent leather heals of one very brave and beautiful bride, via photosmashing. Stunning centerpieces of preserved hydrangeas, roses and billy balls in silver tumblers from Flores Del Sol. The cheeky Aussie magpie. Bouquets of yellow billy balls and ranunculus zing...

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You might have noticed that we LOVE mood boards on 'i do' it yourself. A lot of people have asked how we put them together and the answer is Photoshop. But this isn't going to be everyones cup of tea, it's a very expensive design program which can take a long time to master, and while Photoshop Elements might be more in budget...

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I can't believe it's almost the end of the year! December already, which means we've been putting together the 'i do' it yourself blog for over six months now. And we've gone from just a handful of readers a day to thousands a month. Thanks so much to everyone for helping make this happen. Keep on sending your suggestions and feedback in, it's...

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End of another month and another beautiful theme. We hope you love lavender seas as much as we did. Thanks again to everyone who contributed and commented. Don't forget to email us if you have something it share. Happy Thanksgiving to all our American followers, hope it was a good one. And happy end of Movember to all brides to be who's fiance's...

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What could be a more perfect thank you to friends and family than a relaxing lavender bath bomb? Easy to make and under $1 each these cute little favours are ideal to finish off our lavender beach wedding.You will need:Large bowlCitric acid (try your local chemist, just tell the pharmacist what you want it for)Baking sodaDried lavenderLavender essential oilFood colouringAlmond oil (if you...

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I came across the work of MonAlisa Design at a craft fair a few months ago and I've been meaning to post something. With Christmas just round the corner make sure you check out her etsy store, my favourites are the beautiful baby mobiles and birds (called tweets)- so cute. ...

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Often the simplest ideas are the most effective. A few sprigs of lavender tied with ribbon make an effortlessly stylish place setting. Just add a cute little tag for the name. Pic via Wedding Bee. ...

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I've often read that the most stressful thing in life is to move house - well whoever came up with that statement had clearly never planned a wedding. Most days I'd happily take packing boxes and setting up utility accounts over all the drama and politics that come hand in hand with a wedding.The mother-in-law is interfering and your sister doesn't like her...

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We've found a few stylish suppliers to help get you started planning the perfect purple and blue beach wedding. • Lavender salt glow. Exfoliating sea salt scrub with coca butter. Unwind before the wedding or great for wedding favours and bonboniers. US$14.50 from Inner Earth Soaps.• Lavender and linen printable DIY table numbers. The perfect finishing touch to your table decorations. Number 1-12...

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If there is one thing I really hate it's a boring ugly old plug spoiling a nicely designed kitchen or bathroom. Well, finally someone came up with a solution. Water stopping water is definitely on my shopping list. Via Apartment Therapy. ...

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Simple and stylish, keep your cool with these easy breezy wedding decorating ideas.Sea urchins can be found in a range of colours to fit your beach wedding decor. Scatter them around the tables or use porcelain alternatives as beautiful tea candle holders. If you're planning outdoor dinning by the beach then your venue decorations are pretty much sorted for you! Keep table centerpieces...

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DIY paddle fans are the perfect addition to a beach wedding and just the project for keeping your wedding guests cool this summer. Use them for a unique order of service, create stunning wedding invitations or as we've done here add a simple but beautiful poem. We've designed loads of beautiful fans for you to print at home or just take the file...

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Here's a lovely idea. Using our DIY seed packet template we've created these cute little envelopes filled with lavender buds and eco-friendly confetti so guests can shower the newlyweds after the ceremony. Very pretty. Available through our etsy store. ...

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The traditional bridal veil is fading and the tiaras are sitting tarnishing on the selves - ok thats a bit over dramatic, but the the fascination at the moment is certainly with the fascinator! From the flamboyant and dramatic to the adorably cute, it's the headwear choice for any stylish bride.Main image by photographer Frederic Farre1. Lara fascinator hair comb US$26.95 by Chloe...

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We've been hard at work tracking down some beach beauties this week - of the accessories kind. Luminous shells and lovely lavender make for the most beautiful wedding accessories. I feel calm and relaxed just looking at them.Credits: The perfect necklace for a beautiful sea nymph, with pearl ivory shells and energising amethyst, US$32 from Go 2 Girl. Stunning scrollwork lavender ice bracelet,...

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I'm so pleased with the way this shot turned out just had to share. Busy building the wedding stationery website over on 'i do' it yourself, and putting together some groups shots of the ranges. Not bad for a first attempt, off to do the rest. ...

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Well I haven't mentioned beauty on the blog before, but this week, for some reason I've been inundated with some really lovely lavender products. It must be fate. So here are some of my favourites to help even the most stressed bride to be to relax and unwind. With it's sweet smell almost good enough to eat, nourish your skin with APIVITA almond...

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I'm a big fan of messing around with the old eye chart design, and I'm loving this screen print by New Zealand artist Brad Novak. An eye chart for Aotearoa. Very cool. ...

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I've been keeping my mummy VERY VERY busy, soon I promise to settle down so she can get some work done :) ...

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It's been a crazy month so far, so much to do and our internet keeps dropping out. So apologies again for the delay in posts. But it has meant we've had a bit more time to work on our wedding stationery. So we now have a new product, yeay! Print at home bridesmaid cards.Available in all of our styles, just like our thank...

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We're a bit behind this month. Not only have we got a mad puppy running round the office chewing on everything but creating a beach wedding invitation proved to be a little challenging. For this wedding stationery we wanted to steer clear of the usual tropical beach motifs, like palm trees, and really convey a feeling of calmness and serenity. The sound of...

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