Winnie the Pooh Honey Brunch

We were recently asked for ideas for a Winnie the Pooh "Honey Brunch", and as we searched for inspirations we fell in love with this theme!

Adorable table markers written in the classic Pooh font are just precious, the "bear banana bread" drizzled in honey, and the Honeycomb cereal served in little honey pots are some of our favourite elements!

Fresh flowers in a beautiful honey yellow make the perfect centrepiece, and the beehive piñata & Honeycomb cereal art are a fun way to keep the kiddos busy.

Beehive cakes and cupcakes will satisfy your sweet tooth, and honey pot favours will send each guest home with a smile.

Sources: Flowers, Honey Crepes, Table Markers, Honey Pot Favours

Sources: Table Setting, Bear Banana Bread, Beehive Cakes, Honeycomb in pots, Beehive Cupcakes

Sources: Beehive piñata, Honeycomb craft

How cute! We can't wait to put this theme into action for somebody!

XO Elody Events

P.S. if you decide to give this theme a go, post your pics to our Facebook page, we'd love to see how you went with it

DIY: Yarn Chandelier

We've been seeing these gems allover Pinterest lately, so we thought we'd share with you just how easy they are to make!

We're thrilled to share this super creative and useful Yarn Chandelier Tutorial from Libby Lane Press with you today!

This project utilises yarn, a glue mixture, and balloons - and is so versatile and budget-friendly. You can use these cool spheres for all sorts of parties and occasions...from birthday celebrations to baby showers, bridal showers and beyond!

Materials:

- Yarn

- School Glue

- Corn Starch

- Vaseline

- Dowel Rod/Pole for Hanging

- Scissors

- Balloons

- Bowl for Mixing

Step by Step INSTRUCTIONS:


1. Blow up Balloons:
We wanted various sizes so we chose to incorporate a large punching ball as our main focal point and added standard balloons for the surrounding areas. We only blew the standard balloons to approximately half capacity to keep as true of a circular shape as possible.

2. Assemble work space:
Place a long pole or dowel rod between two chairs to create a DIY drying station. We highly recommend placing a plastic bin bag or disposable plastic tablecloth underneath where you will hang the balloons. We initially began this project outdoors, however wind became a factor and we were forced to relocate (not easy!)

3. Attach balloons to rod:
Tie yarn around the stem of the balloon and hang from the dowel rod. Be sure that the balloon is suspended and not touching the surrounding balloons.

4. Vaseline:
Cover each balloon in a light coating of Vaseline. This ensures that the yarn will not stick to the balloon once it is dried and popped.

5. Mixing and Dipping:
Mix the school glue (about half of the bottle) with approx. 1/2 cup of cornstarch and approx. 1/4 cup of water. We estimated these amounts and added more cornstarch and glue when desiring a thicker paste consistency.

Dip the yarn into the glue mixture, squeeze out excess, and begin wrapping around the balloon vertically and then switch to horizontally. Once you have covered a good part of your balloon, cut the yarn and tie to a surrounding piece. We chose to do this near the stem of the balloon so it would not be as obvious when hanging.

6. Drying and Popping:
Allow yarn chandeliers to hang for 24 hours in a dry, covered area. Do not attempt to shorten this process!

Next, pop the balloon (this is where we held our breath in anticipation). The yarn will also have dried glue crystals however they easily flake off when tapped.

Now your yarn chandeliers are ready to hang! How cute are they in this Whimsical Winter Wonderland themed party?

If you use these for an upcoming event, we'd love to see the pictures of how they turned out for you! Post them to our Facebook page, and while you're there, Like our page!


XO Elody Events

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No Cheese, Please

As wedding season is at its end, we thought we would take this opportunity to showcase our top picks for a few suggestions that keep the cheese in its proper place - on the hors d'oeuvre table.




Ceremony or First Dance
La la Love - YouPixies
Out of Sight - James Brown
My Baby Just Cares for Me - Nina Simone
True Love Waits - Radiohead
Northern Sky - Nick Drake
Baby, I Love You - Aretha Franklin
Just Like Heaven - The Cure
At Last - Etta James

Father-Mother-Son-Daughter Dances
Daughter - Loudon Wainwright III
Loves Me Like a Rock - Paul Simon
You are My Sunshine - Ray Charles
Thank You - Led Zeppelin
Never So Far - Greg Brown

Because we've had it up to here with Celine Dion

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Event Planner: A Day in the Life

Ever wondered what event planners do on a day-to-day basis?
Here's some pics from a typical day in the life of Elody Events:


5:00am - Wakeup call (usually resulting in the snooze button being hit and a resurfacing some 7-10 minutes later!)

6:00 am - Hit the Flower Markets! Nothing like a flower-fueled rush of adrenalin to start the day!

8.00am - A quick stop for breakfast on the go! As you can see - it's always something super healthy!

8.30 am - Catch up on emails and office work..what do you mean just 1 computer? We require a minimum of three to plan events!

10.00am - We're sure there's a spotlight in heaven! Most of our days entail a trip to see our BFFs at the cutting counter

11.00am - The inevitable stop off at Bunnings

12.00pm - Powertools! Creating party props and decorations is hard work!

1.00pm - Cake testing! That counts as lunch - right?

2.00 pm - The inevitable cutting and glueing that comes with every event

3.00 pm - Coffee Break!!

3.15 pm - Back on track and ready to get seriously stuck in to some flower arrangements

 5.00pm - Event setup ... Crunch time!

7.00pm - Show time!

Somewhere between 12.00am and 3.00am - packed up and ready to dump everything back in the showroom - who can be bothered dealing with all that mess today? Not us! We're ready to curl up in bed to sleep of one perfect day!


It's a tough job but somebody has to do it right?

XO Elody Events


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The Quest for the Perfect Mother's Day Gift

Mother's Day is just around the corner. From bouquets of flowers and sappy greeting cards to family brunches and pamper packages, Mother's Day is all about showing your mum she still is, and always will be the number one woman in your life.

Whether you go all out with your Mother's Day plans, or opt for a simple heartfelt and sincere gesture, there are a number of ways to really make mum feel special with some perfect Mother's Day gift ideas:

For the full-time mum
When it comes to demanding jobs, there's nothing that quite measures up to the full-time mum. She's on call 24/7, dealing with tough deadlines and multi-tasking to the fullest - without annual leave, sick leave or even weekends. For full-time mums, there's no better gift than some well-deserved time off. Consider a full-on day spa package or even just a relaxing breakfast in bed to show her just how much her hard work is appreciated.

For the working mum
Today's working mum is like the modern superwoman, juggling family responsibilities with the gruelling 9 to 5 grind. Consider great gadgets and accessories to help streamline her busy life, including time-saving kitchen appliances, or something to brighten up her work space with great office accessories.

For the techie mum
Computers are hardly just for the realm of business people now. Today, mums are among the most technically and social media savvy audiences; blogging, tweeting and participating in social media communities galore. For your techie mum, consider iPhone accessories, beautiful laptop cases or even the latest iPad so she can take her blog and twitter with her wherever she goes.

For the active mum
Mother's day is all about showing your love and appreciation, and that means recognising the things about your mum that make her so unique. If your mum's all about staying in shape to look and feel fab, then excersise equipment or clothes and accessories will be a no brainer when it comes to the perfect Mother's Day gift idea.

For the arts and craft-y mum
From crocheting a warm cosy afghan or making the perfect gingerbread house for school, your mum is the champion of DIY projects. Tap into her creative side with some fun craft activities that you can work on as a family.

For the gourmet mum
In 2009, Australia fell in love with MasterChef's first winner, Julie Goodwin. The show and the adoring mother of three has been an inspiration to many, and has aspiring foodies young and old whipping up plenty of gourmet goodies in the home kitchens. If your mum is a culinary creator, some nifty kitchen gadgets and cookware will be at the top of her wish list.








For every mum
Ultimately, the perfect gift is one that's thoughtful, genuine and straight from the heart. Whether it's a bouquet of roses in her favourite shade of lavender or a handmade card on why she's the "best-est" or even if its just letting her know you're thinking of her with a loving phone call from overseas, the perfect gift for every mum will always be the one that comes from you.


Whatever you decide to go with, remember gift shopping can be a joy! Happy hunting!



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Brand New

Well, it was a little like pulling teeth but we finally brought out our inner computer genius' here at Elody. After a while spent chained to the computer and pulling our hair out we have managed to put together our brand new website!

Head over to www.myelodyevent.com to find out all you need to know about Elody Events and what we can do for you!

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Ruth Tarvydas - Sequins and Sparkles

It's late, but while we're still on a high from tonight we thought we'd give you a peak at the Ruth Tarvydas show from The Savoir Fair Perth Fashion Week.

The night was full of sequins and skin, as has come to be expected from any Ruth Tarvydas event. The Perth designer showcased her latest line accompanied by hauntingly eery music and enviable, majestic models.

Take a look at some the of the shots we managed from the runway below:

How pretty were those dresses?
Also, check out some of the familiar faces we spotted tonight:

We love the new collection and can't wait to see it when it hits stores later this year.

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