Morgan's Lego Party

Our little guy is five today, it is hard to believe that it has been five years since he was born.

It was a wet rainy morning like today that my husband and I drove nervously to the hospital to have our first baby.  Being our first delivery (a planned caesarian) I didn't know what to expect, then once we were handed our healthy 4.505kg baby boy all was well!  He was born with a great head of hair and nothing has changed, although he's not quite the chubby little baby he once was.

He had a wonderful time with his school mates yesterday at his YMCA party.  The boys were led by two hostesses and shown the ropes of the gym floor, then spent time tumbling on the inflatable mat.  It was the perfect way to keep 16 boys entertained for two hours.

Following their gym floor antics the kids all headed up to the party room to devour some food and cake.

At the end of the party each little boy took home a lego cookie rather than a lolly bag as Morgan isn't a lolly eater.

I think it is safe to assume that all our little party guests slept well last night!

Cookies: Sugar Dust Fairies

Banner + Tags: Piccolo Studio

Cake: The cake was home made, the number toppers are available in my store along with the honeycomb balls I glued to skewers!

Invites: Piccolo Studio

Venue: Caringbah YMCA

Ivy's First Tea Party

I had the pleasure of making a few bits and pieces for adorable Miss Ivy's 1st Birthday.

Her clever mama Beth of Johny and June designs, has been kind enough to share some beautiful photos from Ivy's special day.

What a relaxed and fun vibe this party has about it.  From the garden setting, to the help yourself cheese board and desserts, to the stunning lace tee pee's that Beth made herself.  Oh and of course the miniature trestle table and matching bench seats at the 'decorate your own tea cup' station - just adorable!

Beth has just launched her new label, Johny and June Designs, where she offers a beautiful range of products, including the lace teepees and trestle tables used at Miss Ivy's party, as well as an event styling service.  Beth is based on the mid north coast of NSW (Newcastle area) and can be found on Instagram @johnyandjunedesigns

Party Styling: Johnny and June Designs

Trestle Tables:  Johnny and June Designs

Lace Tee Pees: Johnny and June Designs

Tassel Garlands:  DD Brand

Dotty garland, one banner, cupcake toppers, glitter tapes, tea cup print: Piccolo Studio

Wire Basket ware, pink stone platters & cheese boards: Dwell and Drobe

coral coast living

Heads up to my Shire followers - there's a new shop in town and it is opening in a matter of days - it is definitely one to pop on your 'to visit' list.

I might be biased, but I think my sister in-law Rochelle has nailed it.  Having spent many years in retail and working as a visual merchandiser, Rochelle also previously owned and ran a successful Christmas store.

Coral Coast Living is stocking a beautiful range of gifts for kids and babies, homewares, beach towels and bags, jewellery and of course a large range of the Piccolo Studio collection.

The shop is really taking shape and is located in a very handy position with easy parking and a delicious bakery come cafe next door, making it the perfect place to grab those last minute gifts (she can also wrap a mean present) as we all need to do from time to time.

I will let you know once the doors open, word on the street is she will be up and running by the weekend!

Coral Coast living is located at Lilli Pilli Shoping Centre
Cnr Port Hacking Road and Wentworth Avenue, Caringbah South
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