{New to the Shop} Let's Set Sail Collection

 

In May, I began working on a new party collection for my daughters.  We decided on a nautical beach themed party and I have to say that this collection is my favorite one that I have created thus far.  It is with great excitement that I share with you our newest printable collection called Let's Set Sail.  The designs include a fun color palette consisting of a bubblegum pink, fuchsia, sunny yellow and navy that cheer for celebration!  My goal was to create a party collection that can be easily recreated for children and adult parties and one that can be used for any occasion or event.

Sailboat and anchors in the party's color scheme were used throughout the party decor and printables including the cupcake toppers, dessert labels and party favors.

 

 

The dessert table consisted of a tiered cake, cupcakes and cake balls from Sweet Treets Bakery, nautical themed cookies from Sweet Goosie Girl and sailboat lollipops from Vintage Confections that matched the party's theme perfectly.  The centerpiece for the table was a cake topped with a matching sail boat I constructed out of paper.  I made a layered jello dessert (recipe coming soon) and tied wooden hand stamped spoons with matching twine from InTheClear.  I created a tower of donuts glazed with icing that resembled lifesavers.  To tie the look all together, I used my daughter Madeleine's ruffled curtain panel from Pottery Barn Kids as a backdrop for the dessert table.  

The birthday girls wore adorable custom tanks adorned with bows, a heart and anchor that were hand stamped with their names created by my sweet friend Melissa of Oh Fiddlesticks.  The girls wore matching bow hair bands made by Sweet and Sassy Boutique.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The "Let's Set Sail" collection includes:

1. Invitation

2. Striped Flag Banner

3. Wrappers

4. Blank Gift Tags/Labels

5. Blank tents/placecards

6. 2.25 Inch Party Decor

7. 2.25 inch Party Tags

8. 2.25 inch favor tags

9. Cake toppers/table decor/lollipops

10. Welcome sign

11. Straw flags

12. Happy Birthday Cake Banner

The "Let's Set Sail" printable party collection is currently on sale for 50% off in my etsy shop HERE through July 25, 2012

 I have to say thank you to all of the wonderful contributors who helped to make the Let's Set Sail party perfect. The party could not have been such a success without their beautiful products.

Cake, Cupcakes and Cake Balls - Sweet Treets Bakery

Anchor Cookies - Sweet Goosie Girl

Sailboat Lollipops - Vintage Confections

Tanks - Oh Fiddlesticks

Hair Accessories - Sweet and Sassy Boutique

Straws, Favor Tubes, Hand Stamped Spoons, Twine - InTheClear

Vendor Credits & Resources

Striped Place Mats - West Elm

2.25" Circle Craft Punch

White Dessert Plates, Lantern, Captain's Wheel, Pillows, Wooden Boxes - HomeGoods

Yellow Cupcake Stand - ThePaperedNest

Pink and Yellow Gumballs - Candy Machines

Donuts - Shipleys Austin

Sailboat, Favor and Napkins Wooden Containers - Michaels

Skirts - Childrens Place

Dessert Table Backdrop - Pottery Barn Kids

{Giveaway} Seven Nine Shoppe Jewelry

UPDATE!!

We have a winner!

Comment #41 - The Clarks

Congratulations!

Please email stefanie@annaandblue.com for info to claim your prize.

 

We have a wonderful giveaway this week from Seven Nine Shoppe. I instantly fell in love with this fabulous jewelry line. Every piece is simple, elegant and sophisticated.  Each creation can be worn casually or dressed up for a night out on the town. Seven Nine's founder, Julie creates gorgeous and timeless jewelry and uses her home of Oahu, Hawaii as inspiration for her designs.  Her pieces are incredibly affordable and will last for years to come.

 My stunning necklace that Julie sent me to try.
 

 And I couldn't resist purchasing beautiful earrings to match.

***One lucky winner will receive a piece of jewelry from Seven Nine Shoppe of their choice!***

Julie is also offering anna and blue paperie readers and fans an exclusive coupon for 10% off orders.  Simply use coupon code ANNAANDBLUE10 at time of checkout HERE.
 

Who wants to WIN?? Here's how to enter:
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1. Take a look at the beautiful jewelry at Seven Nine Shoppe and favorite their shop as well as your favorite item(s) that you would like to win. Come back here to let me know that you did.

2. Become a fan of Seven Nine Shoppe on Facebook by clicking here and "liking" their page. Don't forget to say that anna and blue paperie sent you! Leave a comment here letting me know that you did.

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Good luck!  Giveaway ends Friday, July 14, 2012 at 11:59 pm cst.
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Let's Celebrate!

  

We are thrilled to have reached another milestone on Facebook!  This week we are finally celebrating 6000 Facebook fans even though we are now close to reaching 6500 fans.   Better late than never right?  Please join us tomorrow from 11am - 5 pm CST for an amazing FLASH SALE where all printable designs will be 60% off!

{Sneak Peek} Let's Set Sail Party

Annabelle and Madeleine's Let's Set Sail nautical themed birthday party over the weekend turned out beautifully.  I think this party was one of my favorite ones to style and definitely got us in the mood for our vacation to the beach next weekend.  Here are a few sneak peek pictures!  

I have to say thank you to all of the wonderful contributors who made the most fabulous products for the girls' party.  There are lots of ladies to thank and I look forward to sharing all of the party details with you soon!

Wooden Wheel - HomeGoods
Cake Balls - Sweet Treets Bakery 
Wooden Hand Stamped Spoons - InTheClear

Jonathan Adler: I am in Love!

 

 

   If you love all things colorful and chic, you will LOVE Jonathan Adler designs.  Jonathan Adler is a designer renowned for his happy-chic approach to home furnishings and interior design.  Jonathan Adler is a unique retailer filled with colorful home furnishings and decorative home accessories.  Dedicated to bringing style, craft and joy, you'll be left with a general feeling of grooviness when you see his style and products.

I have wished and wished that a Jonathan Adler store would open  in Austin, TX.  My wish came true recently and one of their newest stores is just minutes from my home.  I was ecstatic to say the least when I heard the news! I went for my first visit last week when I was running errands picking up a few things for the Let's Set Sail party.  I couldn't help but snap a few photos from the new store and share them with you.

 

 

 

I love this which greets customers as they walk into the store.

Everyone feeling happy?

Visit Jonathan Adler HERE.

{Giveaway} Jessie Steele Apron Set!

UPDATE!!

We have a winner!

Comment #10 -cgrider

Congratulations!

Please email stefanie@annaandblue.com for info to claim your prize.

 

 

You are going to LOVE this week's giveaway!

  Let the domestic goddess and ultimate hostess within express herself in the flirty and fun vintage inspired collections from Jessie Steele! This hip line of aprons, mitts, towels, totes has been widely been featured in national publications as well as television spots.  Not only will you be stylish and comfortable in the kitchen wearing Jessie Steele's designs, but you will be the ultimate hostess - a modern day Better Crocker.  Bring happy home!

 {Strawberry Gingham Set}

 Jessie Steele apron styles are created in the most universally flattering a-line and bias cuts, long revered for being complementary to a wide variety of women's figures.  Collections are designed in beautiful, retro styled prints and patterns.

 {Bow Peep Set}

 {Cottage Kitchen Rose Set}

Coordinate with your little girl or granddaughter with matching children's aprons.  Jessie Steele designs make for wonderful hostess, wedding or shower gifts as well!

Winner will receive their choice of featured collection.

Who wants to WIN?? Here's how to enter:
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1. Take a look at the goodies at Jessie Steele and come back here to leave a comment with your favorite item.

2. Become a fan of Jessie Steele on Facebook by clicking here and "liking" their page. Don't forget to say that anna and blue paperie sent you! Leave a comment here letting me know that you did.

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Please leave a separate comment for each entry! If posting as anonymous, please leave your contact info!

Good luck!   Contestants must have a USA shipping address to be eligible for entry.  Giveaway ends Friday, June 15, 2012 at 11:59 pm cst.

{Party Inspiration} Let's Set Sail Celebration

{Anchor Tee}

Party planning is in full swing this week with the girls birthday party happening this Saturday.  I have found many great ideas and products that I plan to incorporate for the Let's Sail Party.  I am working with amazing vendors whose products will add the perfect details and touches for the big day.  In the meantime, I wanted to share some fun ideas I found for a nautical beached themed party with you.

{Welcome Wreath}

 {Sailboat Cake}

 {Napkin with Lifesaver}

 {Paper Boat Place Card}

 {Rope Vase}

Find many more nautical beach party ideas on my Pinterest Let's Set Sail board HERE.

I look forward to sharing all the details from the party soon.  Stay tuned!

{Tutorial} Gumball Necklaces - Pretty and Yummy!

As I was shopping for gumballs for the upcoming Let's Set Sail birthday party, I spotted these amazing necklaces on Pinterest.   I thought making them would be the perfect summer activity to do with my two girls.  They are all about dressing up so why not dress up your outfit with colorful necklaces too!  I found the tutorial created by A Blissful Nest on one of my favorite blogs Project Nursery and thought it would be fun to share with you.  Looks like I will be ordering more gumballs than I thought!

Here is what you will need:

1. Colorful gumballs
2. Ribbon
3. Metal skewers
4. Embellishments like flowers and ribbons (optional)

 Step 1

 Take your metal skewer and puncture holes in your gumballs.

 Step 2

Wrap the end of your ribbon with tape, and thread ribbon through the gumball.

That’s it! You’re done.

 

The necklaces are pretty as is.  Flowers were purchased  from the Martha Stewart section of Michaels and attached them for extra embellishment. You can also tie a big ribbon bow on the side or add additional flowers. 

The perfect edible party favors for your sweet little guests!

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