I love Sunday nights. It's when I trawl through the net looking for cool and inspiring things. Problem is its taking me longer to get through everything as I find more and more stuff! Like this unbelievably cute cushion from Eggagogo. How sweet is it? Yet another use for that big jar of buttons. Reminds me a little of a cushion I saw the...

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I didn't post this the other week when I came across it because the sites links weren't working. But it all seems to be running now. This beautiful work is by US artist Sabrina Ward Harrison. You might have seen some of her books such as 'Messy Thrilling Life, the Art of Figuring out How to Live'. Now she's teamed up with a...

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This morning I was sent some images by Uk photographer Chris Craymer and after a quick rummage around his work, I came across his lovely look book, Romance. There are some beautiful photos and some great ideas for engagement or wedding shots. Get inspired and get romantic. See Chris Craymer's Romance online ...

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Today I cam across these inspiring pieces from Magnolija Dress, in Lithuania, and had to share. Talk about fairy tale romance! Their selection of handmade dresses and accessories will send any perspective bride into a spin of dreamy tulle and lace.Top: The very versatile wrist, neck, ankle or head band. Just beautiful. $US32Middle: Perfect for a beach wedding with a coral colour scheme,...

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Creating the perfect picnic wedding is a breeze with these pretty little wooden utensils from Donna Hay. So much nicer than ordinary plastic sets, the neutral colours should work well with most schemes. Available from the Donna Hay General Store, 40 Holsdworth St, Woollahra$9.95 for a pack of 20 forks, knives or spoons Photo: Chris Court via Donna Hay ...

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It was a very productive weekend working on Christmas cards of all things! Bit of a messy process. More new greeting cards coming soon so keep an eye on the shops creative monsoon and my etsy store.  It was a very productive weekend working on Christmas cards of all things! Bit of a messy process. More new greeting cards coming soon so keep...

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If you loved the idea of a blue wedding dress that we talked about last post, but perhaps not as intense as Natasha's, check out a few of our favourites here.Dutchess satin gown from Amsale via marthastewartweddings.com; two beautiful ice blue dresses from La Spose di Gio via www.brides.com; pale blue capelet by Adrienne Landau via marthastewartweddings.com; Keira Knightley in a gorgeous ballet...

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Something old, something new and something very blue. When Natasha and Mike were married in the beautiful hilltop town of Orvieto in Italy they decided to brighten things up a little. Natasha picked up her stunning blue dress from a local department store in London. She looked amazing and it really made a statement. Who said you had to wear white?Would you like...

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This beautiful artwork was made by cutting a pattern into white textured wallpaper then filling the spaces with colourful handmade paper. A great idea by Box64 Studios. I'm sure this is the textured wallpaper mum used in the bathroom..? Have you got any left mum? This beautiful artwork was made by cutting a pattern into white textured wallpaper then filling the spaces with...

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Pic Living EtcI love combinations of different pattern and texture. Here's a great idea for adding a little colour to your bedroom with a beautiful patchwork headboard.  ...

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Something new Ive been working on this week, birthday trees. 130 x 180mm cards made from recycled and scrap paper and printed on 100% post consumer recycled paper. Cant get much more recycled than that! Something new Ive been working on this week, birthday trees. 130 x 180mm cards made from recycled and scrap paper and printed on 100% post consumer recycled paper....

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Baby its cold outside. Here are a few etsy ideas to warm up your winter weddings. From cosy cushions to heart-warming craft. 1. Black white and grey cushion coversTwo bracken print cushion covers. Very funky.US$20 from Marie's Cosy Cushions in the UK2. Rain cloudA beautiful little hanging rain cloud made from vintage fabric. US$20 from Little Green Frog3. Grey and Black Butterflies Wall...

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It's the 120th birthday of the Eiffel tower. So I thought Id take a look at some handmade Eiffel inspired ideas to add a little je ne se qua to your home.These little plastic Eiffel charms are everywhere and come in a big variety of colours. Try making earrings, necklaces. These two are from Shock Treatment in LA. US$2.25 for two.To celebrate the Eiffel...

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The Eiffel Tower is 120 years old today! Happy Birthday! To celebrate Im offering free postage on my 'Love Paris' fine art print for the rest of the month! You can buy at my etsy store here. The Eiffel Tower is 120 years old today! Happy Birthday! To celebrate Im offering free postage on my 'Love Paris' fine art print for the rest...

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Shady DesignsStates of NatureIvy DesignsI've been so busy working on some new stuff, inspired to get things done after seeing the great work at the Finders Keepers market on the weekend. Here are a few of my favourite sellers. ...

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Bring a little summer fun to your save the date cards by photographing your wedding date in the sand. Perfect if your planning a beach wedding. What you'll need: A Camera + A Beach + A Stick Cant get much easier than that! Step 1: Simply write the date of your wedding in the sand with the afore mentioned stick. You could also...

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Here is an idea for a very different sort of still life painting. Not sure that I would have the patients... no I definitely wouldn't. Two artists from different sides of the world both doing a very similar thing. Top is 'Ghosted: Myrtle Acacia' and 'Ghosted: Christmas Bush' by Austrlian artists Lizzie Buckmaster Dove. The bottom image is by Nienke Sybrandy in the...

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Our first scrapbook posting and I hope you like it. A couple of weeks ago I came across the lovely apricots on a ladder photograph and thought it would make a beautiful starting point for a mood board. Sky blue, cream and juicy apricot (you could also use orange) are perfect for a wedding outdoors. Apricots in little buckets would make lovely fresh...

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I would love to have seen this installation at the Eden Project. 'Field of Light' by Bruce Munro ran until the end of March featuring 6,000 glass spheres and 24,000 meters of fibre optic cable! And I cant even sort out one light for the lounge.  ...

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Last week we looked at how to set up your own etsy wedding gift registry. This week lets kick things off with a look at some gorgeous gifts to add to your wish list. Timeless and always stylish, white ceramics make a beautiful wedding gift. 1. Lacy bird bowlThis very pretty clay bowl has been pressed with vintage lace the create a lovely...

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Im really pleased to find that Vincent Fantauzzo's amazing potrait of the young actor Brandon Walters has won the Archibalds People's Choice award. I voted for it. Yeay! ...

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If you're in Sydney tomorrow or Saturday check out the Finders Keepers Market in Eveleigh:Friday 15th May from 6pm – 10pmSaturday 16th May from 12pm – 10pmThe inside foyer at CarriageWorks -245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh NSW 2015. ...

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Not everyone wants to traipse around a department store, registry gun in hand, selecting towels and teapots. You can put together a wedding gift registry that is truly unique - and show your support for independent artists and designers - by asking your guests to buy beautiful handmade gifts.While online stores such as etsy don't currently have a wedding gift registry service, its...

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I came across some lovely artwork last week at one of my favourite local shops, Papeir D'Amore. They seem to have pressed the birdcage image into some handmade paper and then sewn on the bird. What a great idea. I really need to get my paper making kit out. The work is by two Brisbane sisters Taryn and Elise Eales.  I came across...

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This is my first go at Polyvore. I think its a great website where you can put together your own mood boards of fashion and photos. The best bit is if you see something you like there is a link to buy it! I thought Id just test it out and it became dreaming of afternoon tea by creative-monsoon featuring Christian Louboutin shoes  It is...

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I'm not usually a fan of bugs, but in this case I'll make an exception. These great combinations of illustration and real flowers are from US photographer Kari Herer. ...

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When I think about wedding cakes the first thing that comes to mind is cupcakes!Cupcakes have taken over, there are whole shops devoted to them, and the cupcake wedding cake is more popular than ever - especially for those 'doing it yourself'. And for good reason. We've all made a batch, they're easy to do, taste great, and are fun and simple to...

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Wow it seems ages since I posted about new photography for sale on the creative monsoon site. Been so busy moving into the new house. My brother bought me some beautiful pink lilies as a house warming present and we photographed them today. Ive just finished this print this evening, perfect for brightening up a room. You can buy online at creative-monsoon.com and remember...

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I cant believe these beautiful daisies are make from plastic bags! So clever! And only US$18 for three. Check out other floral offerings from ffflowers based in the UK. Or maybe you could make your own for mothers day! ...

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I had a go at Bokeh photography this weekend. It didnt really work the way I expected, but its still an interesting effect. Apparently I need to set the aperture to its lowest setting to get the proper effect, so Ill try again.  ...

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This is my favourite pic from a Christening shoot last weekend. Little guy got a real dunking :) For more events and portrait photography visit aaron green photography This is my favourite pic from a Christening shoot last weekend. Little guy got a real dunking :) For more events and portrait photography visit aaron green photography ...

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Visit the creative monsoon etsy shop and get free shipping on all jewelry sales! Hurry offer is for a limited time only! ...

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If you've even wondered how to carve beautiful stamps like these above, Geninne Zlatkis has put together a great video showing how its done. Check it out here. ...

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I guess the problem with a blog rather than a website is it doesn't appear all 'ta da' done and ready to roll. A blog evolves, it grows. So I hope you stick with us and keep coming back as we build and grow, adding more projects and posts each week. I'm a designer and artist, and I've been engaged for don't ask...

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