20 Jan 2013

little things - her party















                                                                      Little things that make our world. Things I want to capture, tuck away and peek at another day....and smile.

A Mumma made party dress. Hoping to open a little online shop full of such lovelies very soon.
Dressing Ms. Dolly Varden.
Milady in her chilly boudoir.
Gifts for our friends; dolly pegs and all the bits and bobs to transform them into wee little people.
Apple juice jelly with blueberries and yogurt...and paper umbrellas of course!
Dress ups.
Opening beautiful, thoughtful gifts.
I made these for her very first birthday party and had long forgotten them. Made me well up when I found them.
On her vintage sheet "red" carpet....and my great Nana's cake stand.
My girl....she crept out of bed late on Saturday night as I was icing her cake. Her eyes lit up when she saw Dolly Varden and the smile just grew and grew. A giant cuddle followed.

Thank-you so very much to all our beautiful friends and family who helped to celebrate Bijou's 4th birthday. It was a gentle, bright and happy morning. So much love.

Joining in with the beautiful Em and the lovely Lou.

Steph x


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32 comments:

  1. Unknown20 January 2013 at 20:51

    Happy Birthday beautiful Bijou. Your Mumma did a great job on your beautiful birthday cake!
    Such a lovely birthday frock. I'm sure I used to have wallpaper in the same pattern when I was growing up. I would sit lie on my bed for hours looking at all the little girls and boys.
    Wishing you a wonderful week.
    xo

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  2. ::The Beetle Shack::20 January 2013 at 20:52

    THAT DRESS!! you are amazing.

    xo em

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  3. Unknown20 January 2013 at 20:55

    Such a sweet and thoughtful post, Steph. Looks like the day was a beautiful as Bijou!

    Sar x

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  4. melynda20 January 2013 at 20:56

    beautiful steph!

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  5. Jodi20 January 2013 at 20:59

    Happiest day Bijou! And muma, you really do need to open that online store xxx

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  6. Kylie20 January 2013 at 21:18

    Gorgeous little dress Steph and lovely to see an old-fashioned Dolly Varden birthday cake. Happy birthday Bijou, I hope you had a lovely time at your party x

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  7. Victoria20 January 2013 at 21:19

    Happy birthday, you are just amazing mother.

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  8. Cat20 January 2013 at 21:24

    Steph you have put so much love and thought into Bijou's birthday it looks like it was a gorgeous day to be had by all. It's all just so beautiful. xxx

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  9. Mel @ Coal Valley View20 January 2013 at 21:36

    Absolutely gorgeous! All of it, but especially her dress. Happy Birthday to your gorgeous girl. Your store will be a big success x

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  10. Brenda @ 13 Acres20 January 2013 at 21:39

    Oh I took a little gasp at the sight of that dress Steph! quick sticks, yes....open that shop.....give Bijou an extra cuddle and kiss from us...we know her day was filled with loads of love, tenderness and spirit xx

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  11. potts.family20 January 2013 at 22:04

    It was a gorgeous day for a gorgeous girl. Well done Steph (and Daz) everything was perfect. Can't wait until Wednesday night x

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  12. Elsie and Joan20 January 2013 at 22:06

    Love the dress, Steph! Happy birthday to your sweet girl. Belinda x

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  13. sarah20 January 2013 at 22:06

    the boys just had so much fun. we made the peg dolls today and one of them is called "bijou" of course! x

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  14. Jennifer21 January 2013 at 01:49

    Oh that dress, absolutely beautiful! Happy Birthday to your sweet girl!

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  15. Unknown21 January 2013 at 02:22

    That dress is just wonderful! I would have adored that cake when I was little :)

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  16. Marty21 January 2013 at 05:46

    What a sweet, darling birthday! I would love to take a peek at your shop once you open it. That dress is adorable!

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  17. Holli21 January 2013 at 06:36

    Can't wait for that on line shop! Beautiful photos.

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  18. leanne can blog21 January 2013 at 06:46

    Looks like a really special day- love the dress, you are clever & the cake is perfect.

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  19. jo21 January 2013 at 09:13

    gorgeous dress and i love those gift bags, what a fantastic idea. have a wonderful week.

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  20. dear molly21 January 2013 at 10:38

    Oh Steph, that dress is just so gorgeous...can't wait to see what else you'll be making/selling. Please do something for the little men in our lives.
    Happy Birthday Bijou.
    xx

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  21. moose and bird21 January 2013 at 11:48

    Miss Dolly Varden brings back so many memories. I had one or two of them in my time. I remember one year my brothers melted Miss Vardens hair with the candles. Oh, the devastation! Happy birthday Bijou and I can't wait to see the results of your beautiful online shop Steph x

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  22. Fiona @ Brave New Vintage21 January 2013 at 12:12

    Steph this is just all kinds of lovely! boy, it's posts like this that have me yearning for a daughter to do such lovely girly things for. But then, coming to your blog gives me a little glimpse into the joys of mothering a daughter and that makes me happy for you. The cake is stunning and Bijou looked very very happy in her mumma-made dress (beautiful!!). Happy 4th birthday to your sweet girl. xxx

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  23. Unknown21 January 2013 at 13:11

    So many happy, beautiful moments you have captured there!That dress is just so special...takes me back to my childhood, would love to visit a little shop of yours for my twins!!Isn't that cake stand divine...i have never seen anything like it...but so right for Dolly Varden!!

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  24. Mrs Knight21 January 2013 at 15:00

    so so beautiful, everthing!! I have this fabric so lovely to see it as a dress!!! sweetness overload

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  25. A little bit country21 January 2013 at 17:54

    That would have to be the sweetest party I have seen, what a lucky wee girl. I had a Dolly Varden cake for my 5th Birthday party.........nearly 30 years ago! xo

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  26. Jess @ Caffeine and Tutus21 January 2013 at 17:55

    What a beautiful day! That Dolly Varden cake brings back memories of a Woman's Weekly Birthday Cake book, and my own childhood parties.. gorgeous! xx

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  27. Zara21 January 2013 at 18:30

    Love the dress you made. And selling them too, they will be popular.. i know it.
    Such beuatiful birthday moments.
    x

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  28. Maisy Dee21 January 2013 at 19:22

    Gorgeous all of it! Happy birthday and lovely dress. Sam x

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  29. kell21 January 2013 at 19:37

    Oh the Dolly Varden brings back so many memories of when I was little (and having to share one with my sister), it was a similar colour to little Bijou's too. You did a great job Steph! Thanks so much for your sweet comment on my blog today, looking forward to following yours too. Happy birthday Bijou x

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  30. Lil Muse Lily22 January 2013 at 04:22

    how lovely! the cake is fabulous. happy birthday to her. many blessings

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  31. Unknown23 January 2013 at 06:33

    oh my that is so beautiful, as is your blog xxxx

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  32. Amanda24 January 2013 at 16:19

    Sorry I missed this post Steph, making me read it now and seeing all the time and effort and love you've put into your big girl's special day makes want to give you a huge hug as you've done an AMAZING job putting together a celebration for Bijou, one that is all about her and that was filled with love. I adore how you've included her in your party decorations and preparations, something I'm going to try and do this year with Grace following your example. Bijou is so lucky to have such a thoughtful, caring Mama... thank you for inspiring me too xx

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Your words brighten my day! Thank-you so much for joining me on my adventure. x

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