I came across some gorgeous photos on flickr this week. Just amazing. The work of Leslie at A Creative Mint. Check out more of her work on flickr and her blog.Ive been busy creating mood boards myself over on the 'i do' it yourself blog. Keep an eye on the site as more wedding inspiration is added.  ...

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How long does it really take to make 400 origami cranes? Stark white ribbon or cream lace? How long before the wedding should I start making the favours? You must be a DIY bride. Planning a wedding can be taxing at the best of times - no matter how often we tell ourselves we wont be like our friends panicking over the table...

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I hope you enjoyed the french fancies theme. Share your thoughts, all feedback welcome, and a big thanks to those who have already contributed, keep it coming. Remember if you have a product or pictures to share - send it in we'd love to hear from you!Coming next on 'i do' it yourself, we'll explain why I'm covered in glitter and getting out...

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You've heard of mood rings. How about mood ceramics?These little guys are fabulous. Id like to have some to choose from on my desk so I can just hold up the appropriate emotion when people bother me. I'm feeling frustrated just hold up the frustrated ceramic. They are the work of Belgium artist Mitsy. I think I'd choose Relieved - now that my deadlines are over....

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There is one thing I don't have in my house - a clock. Hanging a clock on your wall is like hanging a piece of art, so you have to like it. Well that was never more true than with this clock by Dutch By Design. Its only £45 and comes with all the frames, bit of a bargin! I've never found one I like...

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Not many people it seems are game enough to make their own wedding cake. But here's an idea that's not only easy, it looks gorgeous too! Start by scouring junk stores and antique shops for old china cups and saucers, don't worry about finding sets the more mismatched the better.Now who can't whip up a batch or two of cupcakes? Just make enough...

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Fancy some fabulous handmade gifts to add to your wedding registry? Check these out: 1. Beautiful canoe shaped bowl covered with a 1920s map of Paris.US$125 from Bombus in London2. Add a little oo la la to your room with this reproduction of a vintage French corset ad. US$14 from Funcky Love Signs in New Orleans3. Hand drawn and one of a kind,...

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Pic decorologyWow! I just love the turquoise and white in this kitchen, with a hint of yellow and green. Gorgeous.  ...

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Ta Da!! Introducing our all new blog... 'i do' it yourself. A whole blog devoted to do it yourself wedding ideas. I found it really surprising as I started to plan my wedding next year that there were not more resources out there to do it yourself.  So I decided to build a blog that brought it all together in the one place. Keep an...

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Nothing says thank you like chocolate or lollies. Give a sweet treat to your wedding guests with yummy eadable favours. And to help we've created a FREE DIY lolly bag label! It even comes in two gorgeous colours so you can mix and match, pretty pink and luscious lemon! And they are so simple to make: 1. Download and open up the lolly...

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If you liked the idea of a french fancy inspired wedding from our mood board, check this out! The couple at this wedding obviously loved French Fancies so much they opted for this fabulous display rather than your traditional wedding cake. It looks amazing, I'm sure it tasted great, and I bet it was well within budget too! This is the perfect excuse...

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For those of you who don't like patterned wallpaper, look away now, because you're REALLY not going to like this! Ever wondered what to do with all those left over bits of paper? Well you could go a little nuts and try a wallpaper patchwork. You could always start off by blue-tacking them to the wall, just in case not everyone in the...

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Friday night we went down to the harbour to check out Fire Water. Part of the Vivid festival of music lights and ideas. The Sydney Opera House was beautifully lit with abstract patterns along with the MCA (Museum of Contemporary Art) and few other light installations. If you can get to Sydney to check it out you'd better hurry, it's only on until...

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Well it's been a horribly traumatic week with no internet access. Stupid Optus. So lets look at something cheerful and fun finally. Sarah Collier is a mixed media artist from North Carolina. Her lovely whimsical collages use old images from 1950s, 60s and 70s advertising campaigns. AND shes having a sale at her etsy shop with some prints only US$10! My favourites are the...

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Here's something a little bit different for your wedding table - pop up placemats. The delicate cut-out images come in a range of amazing designs from hearts to butterflies and look simply beautiful. You can even write your guest's name on the pop up section for a stylish place card. From Publique Living San Francisco. Available in Australia through the Donna Hay General...

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Yup. Sometimes my day feels just like this. 'The Little Wish' print by Dazey Chic Yup. Sometimes my day feels just like this. 'The Little Wish' print by Dazey Chic ...

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I love the idea of marking out on a map all the places we've been. Above you can see a couple of inspiring ideas from Inside Out magazine (new issue just out). You could have lots of fun with the world map wall sticker from Ferm Living. I also like the idea of marking out trips on the cushions with buttons for each...

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Calling all Aucklanders. If you're looking for something to do next week, pop to Ponsonby and check out the Afterall exhibition. It features the work of my very talented friend, Karen.The exhibition runs for two weeks from the 10 June at Good One Cafe in the Supreme Building, 42 Douglas St, Ponsonby.  Calling all Aucklanders. If you're looking for something to do next...

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Adding a little Oo la la to your wedding day? Well how about starting things off with some se magnifique DIY wedding invitations? The lovely weathered pin stripe design also features a monogram on the back, we just couldn't decided between 'Mellow yellow' and 'In the pink' so comes in both!How does it work?1. Click the link to purchase the design via our...

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Pic The Deco DetectiveIt's been a very long day directing a very tedious photo shoot. Oh how I'd have preferred to be in the studio painting! ...

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It's pouring with rain and freezing cold outside so lets brighten things up with some lovely lilies. This beautiful fabric bag would brighten up any winter day. US$46 from A Touch of Stardust.The latest print from creative monsoon, 'the new lily' $45Sleep in style with this gorgeous lily eye mask, on US$12 from BibBonThis beautiful clutch from IMH Designs will be a great reminder...

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The other day I was reminded of French Fancies. No, not something kinky from Paris, I'm talking about those delicious little cakes from Mr Kipling. I thought they would made a beautiful wedding colour scheme: pretty pale lemon and pink with a bit of naughty chocolate thrown in. Oo la la! Who fancies a French wedding?If you want your wedding to be a...

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