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Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party

14 Monday Jul 2014

Posted by melissaoconnor in Events & Parties, Real Events

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Cake Chaos by Nicole, cocos customs, country, events, first birthday party, florals, flowers, girls birthday party, gray star design, Magdeline's Cakes, neeko studios, parties, pearls, shabby chic party, SS Cake Creations, ten23 designs

Recently, I teamed up with Christine from Coco’s Customs in Queens, NY and designed some party decor for a girls first birthday party she was coordinating. The theme was shabby chic, so bright florals and pretty textures were the foundation and Christine incorporated lots of lace and pearls to bring it all together. Needless to say, the party was a big hit!

The birthday girl was smiling with glee and everyone loved how it all came together. There was plenty to drink and eat, desserts galore!, and all the guests took home a cute favor box filled with treats. I am happy Avalon had a great first birthday celebration and everyone had a great time. Christine did a great job at setting it all up and showcasing all the pretty little paper products I designed and all the vendors who played a part did awesome as well. Here is a look into the event. Enjoy!

All photographs taken by Neeko Studios

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs
Sign by Gray Star Design

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs
Letter A by Ten23 Designs, hand pearled by Coco’s Customs

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs
Food sign by Gray Star Design | Cake pops by Magdeline’s Cakes

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs
Food sign by Gray Star Design | Ice Cream Cone cupcakes by Cake Chaos by Nicole

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's CustomsFood sign by Gray Star Design

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's CustomsMain Cake by SS Cake Creations | Mini Cakes by Cake Chaos by Nicole

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs
Sign by Gray Star Design | Drink Sign by Ten23 Designs, styled by Coco’s Customs

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's CustomsSign by Gray Star Design

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's CustomsSign by Gray Star Design

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's Customs

Team Up Event: Shabby Chic Birthday Party - © Neeko Studios | Event by Coco's CustomsBox labels by Gray Star Design | Embellished by Coco’s Customs

Magnolia Rouge: Romantic Issue Faves

09 Monday Jun 2014

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art & Design, Events & Parties, Real Weddings, Weddings

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Alexander James Photography, Annabella Charles Photography, B. Dunlap, Brautmode Koln, Calligraphy, Chancey Charm, Emmy-Ray Design, Everbloom Designs, Fleurs de Fallon, floral, flowers, Greta Kenyon, Haute Horticulture, Jen Huang, Joy Proctor Design, Kelly Kaufman Design, Lavender & Rose, Leaf & Honey, Lily Deluxe Blumen, Lindsay Coletta, Magnolia Rouge, Miette, Odalys Mendez, Patisserie, Romantic Issue, Rylee Hitchner, Stephanie Kapra, Sweet Sensations, table settings, The Fozzy Book, The Scootabaker, Vicki Grafton Photography, Wayne Riley Flowers, wedding bouquet, wedding cake, wedding invitations, weddings

A little late, I know, but I just viewed the fourth issue of Magnolia Rouge and of course, I am inspired. I always share my favorites so expect to find tons of eye candy below. The Romantic Issue is filled with beautiful photographs, whimsy elements, and pages overflowing with talent. Enjoy!

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves
Photography by Jen Huang | Floral Design by Fleurs de Fallon | Cake by Miette

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves
Photography by Rylee Hitchner | Styling & Event Design by Joy Proctor Design | Floral Design by Kelly Kaufman Design | Calligraphy by The Fozzy Book | Cake by The Scootabaker

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Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves
Photography by Alexander James Photography | Styling by Lavender & Rose | Floral Design by Wayne Riley Flowers

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves
Photography by Vicki Grafton Photography and Stephanie Kapra | Floral Design by Lily Deluxe Blumen | Cake & Desserts by Patisserie | Calligraphy & Stationary by B. Dunlap | Headpieces & Belt by Emmy-Ray Design | Dress by Brautmode Koln

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves
Photography by Odalys Mendez | Design & Planning by Chancey Charm | Floral Design by Lindsay Coletta | Cake by Sweet Sensations

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Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves
Photography by Greta Kenyon | Floral Designs by Leaf & Honey

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves

Magnolia Rouge: Issue 4 Faves
Photography by Annabella Charles Photography | Floral Design by Haute Horticulture | Styling by Everbloom Designs

 

Whimsical Harvest

12 Wednesday Feb 2014

Posted by melissaoconnor in Advice & Inspiration, Decor Ideas, Events & Parties, Shop Gray Star Design

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blue, bride and groom, celebrate, country, elegance, engagement dinner, engagement party, fall, fall event, gold, gray star design, green, greenery, harvest, nature inspired, nautical, party ideas, plants, rustic, table setting, wedding, wheat, whimsical harvest, whimsy, wine, winter event

I recently added a new design to my Celebrations items, a Whimsical Harvest engagement party/dinner invite. It was one of the proofs I came up with while working on a custom design for a client and I loved it so much I decided to offer it in the shop.

Whimsical Harvest

With touches of gold and blue, this nature inspired invite is perfect for the fall and winter seasons but can work for an event held in the warmer months as well. If you love greenery and a little whimsy, this design fits the bill. Here are a few inspiring images to help you visualize a Whimsical Harvest event.

Whimsical Harvest
Starting from Top Left: The Sweetest Occasion | Pottery Barn | Curiosita Ellya | She Inspires | Handmaker of Things | JoPhoto | Elements of Style | Elizabeth Anne Designs | Elizabeth Anne Designs

A Baby Shower Luncheon

19 Tuesday Nov 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Decor Ideas, Events & Parties

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baby shower, baby shower invitations, celebrations, events, family, friends, invitations, its a girl, mommy to be, parties, pastels, pink bow

This past Saturday, family and friends gathered at my aunt’s house to celebrate the arrival of my cousin’s first child. Her and her husband are having a little girl and everyone is so excited. They are expecting her January 2, what a nice gift for the new year!

The invitations were a nice mix of pastels and modern touches. I was so happy she came to me to design them for her. It was fun creating a custom piece with her ideas and bringing them to life. I also designed her thank you’s which reflected the same style. You can find both in my shop!

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

The shower was coordinated by my aunt Debbie, who did such an amazing job. From the delicious food and desserts to all the small details, the event was beautiful from every angle. Purple, pink, and teal were the inspirational colors and each were sprinkled around the house for an overall modern and pretty style. The little hand cut paper bows I made were scattered throughout as well.

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Pink chevron table runners adorned the tables in the tented area along with a mix of fresh spring flowers and candles.

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

They received so many gorgeous gifts! It’s safe to say they will have all the baby products they need and more. I always enjoy seeing how people wrap their presents and what kinds of paper they use. There were an interesting array of different colors, patterns, and boxes used which brought so much life to the space.

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

I created little signs that reflected the design of the invitations to describe all the sandwiches and other food options. Some were attached to pastel paper straws and others were tented.

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

There were an array of desserts from homemade cookies, fruit, tiny donuts, and the cutest cake ever. All were delicious!

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Everyone left with a bath bomb all packaged up and tied with thank you tags I designed and of course another sign. I can’t wait to use mine!

A Baby Shower Luncheon - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

All in all, it was such a nice day with all the lovely ladies in my cousin’s life. I am extremely happy for her and her husband and wish them only the best future as new parents.

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