Happy Weekend

Woodstock Couple - photo from freepeople

I've always had a fascination with the 1960's, ever since I saw a photo of my Aunt when I was a child. The music, clothes, culture have always inspired me. I need to get a copy of that photo for my wall...
Have a happy weekend everyone! :) xx

Wedding Inspiration - Rock Chic in Electric Blue & Black

Today's inspiration board is themed from our Modern Chic Collection - Black and electric blue with a rock chic twist!
Item list: Sass Ebony Strapless Dress from Birdsnest, Rock Princess (Limited Edition) by Vera Wang from Perfume Empire, Cake by Faye Cahill Cake Design, Cobalt Couture Clips from Modcloth, Havana Jet Cuff links by Swarovski, Absolutely Alice nail polish by O.P.I, Appolon Ring by Swarovki, Alana Jet Hematite Pierced Earrings by Swarovski, Cordon Bleu - satin bow evening clutch by atelier of mine, Roberto Cavalli Embellished Suede Sandles from Net-A-Porter.

Happy Birthday Mum!

Alice in wonderland cupcakes

It's Australia Day as well as my mum's Birthday today. If you're in Australia, enjoy your day off work and a BIG Happy Birthday to my dear Mum!! Big Hugs and kisses! xox

Be my valentine

Here is a preview of the 2 Valentines Day Cards I'll be listing on Etsy this week. They are my own illustrations and are taken from our 2010 printable calendar (southern hemisphere).

New Wedding Collection Preview: Lorikeet Love

 

I am going to list this collection in our Etsy store over the weekend. This design actually started out as my own wedding invitation design! After we decided to elope and get married in the American desert I had to change the theme. I hope you like it! :)

A thing for origami cranes

Large Custom Mobile by lillimandrill

I've always had a thing for origami cranes but never worked out how to make them

Style Collective Feature

We're very excited that Orchard & Brown has been featured on the Style Collective website! We were asked to put an inspiration board together based on one of our designs and write a little bit about the board, invitation and about us. Thanks to Amanda and Style Collective for the opportunity! :)

Oh shopping, how I miss thee!

I love shopping! But I have made a pinkie-promise to keep spending to a minimum until we get back from our wedding trip in May… so I’ve been internet browser shopping to get my fix! Here are some things I would buy if I could…

1. Dress by Deborah Sweeney 2. South Airs Earrings in Gold (EW125) by odalisca 3. Bling Dynasty Nail Polish by O.P.I 4. 3 Bangles from Diva 5. Dallas Beaded Sandal from Sportsgirl

Silence is Golden

I'm looking for some new art to hang on my walls. This one caught my eye.

It was silent in the woods : poster by Kareena

Monday Wedding Inspiration: Purple, pink and grey

Today's inspiration uses our Humming Bird Collection with a theme of a casual spring wedding full of fun and romance.

From top: Bouquet from Style Me Pretty; Amethyst, Freshwater pearl sterling silver earrings by heartdesignjewellery; table setting from Once Wed; grey suit from Martha Stewart Weddings;  bridesmaid dresses from Style Me Pretty; lolly favours from Martha Stewart Weddings; lavendar seating cards from Martha Stewart Weddings; lavendar glasses from Once Wed; cake by Faye Cahill Cake Design

Tara & Ryan: Custom Design

Dannielle (the other half of Orchard and Brown) designed this custom, magnetic save the date for Tara and Ryan with a bold purple and fanta orange colour theme.
We'll be designing their invitations later this year too :)

All The Pretty Horses

I own a few photographs by Irene Suchocki. I just love this print - it's so magical, like a dream.
All The Pretty Horses - 8x8 Fine Art Print by Irene Suchocki.

Colour Crush: Yellow

Yellow is my favourite colour - it's bright, fun, happy and reminds me of summer and sunshine!

1. Canary Mug by Laura Walls Taylor 2. Birdcages 1/2 Size Aluminium Water Bottle from Plasticland 3. Mini Wall Hanging Clock - Tea Pot by Decoylab 4. Guitar Wycinanki Letterpress Print by Cindy Tomczyk Art 5. Set of Two Checker and Bunting Platters by Ninainvorm 6. Screen Printed Sunshine Tea Towel by Materialistic

Fashion Finds

 

 

 

 

I'm loving these porcelain earrings by Suus Keramiek - each one is a mini work of art!

Monday Wedding Inspiration: Apple Green & Black

Today's inspiration board compliments our Modern Charm Collection. Apple green and black is such a striking colour combination and looks great for a ultra modern black tie wedding.

From top: Modern Charm Invitation by Orchard & Brown; Green shoes from Style Me Pretty; Reception Decor - white from Once Wed; Black Bouquet by Martha Stewart Weddings; Green Bouquet by Martha Stewart Weddings; Groom - Spotted Tie by Once Wed; Green Apple Cake by Kicca Cakes; Limeade from Style Me Pretty; Briolette Cluster Earrings (olivine) by Lulidesigns; Out On The Town - XL Silk Lined Evening Clutch Purse with Vintage Brooch by Marabellecherie.