THE LATEST

First things first, BIG THANKS for all your support, it has been really important to me and to Koalita. Thank you so much!

Now, the latest: Koalita Craft and Koalita Party are under restructuring. Today I have good news and bad news. The bad news, or less good, is that I'm not blogging anymore, at least here, for now and with this format. But Koalita Party Etsy shop as well as the facebook page will receive extra attention.

A newsletter is being created. Probably many of you have already received a copy which resulted as a test that needed some refining. This newsletter will be released monthly via email and promoted also on facebook and twitter. Material to be included: news about new products, discounts, sales, the latest about events organization (hints and tips ) and lots of inspiration. The first publication will come out in late May .

I'm working on many more updates on Koalita's world. I will disclose on Koalita facebook page , twitter and of course on the new newsletter out shortly.

So to keep in touch, please DO keep in touch with us we like to have you around, follow Koalita tweets , Like the facebook page and subscribe the newsletter . I'm also on Pinterest and Instagram feel free to join.

I'm going on holidays now but I will be back on track after the 6th May. Stay tunned! 

MY STYLE - board 002

Yes, the move was made. Now I'm working just next to my bed... dangerous, very dangerous! 

My bedroom needs a painting, hopefully will be this years in  June or so. But, apart from that and the forever-temporary-scary-wardrobe I feel pretty good in this new little corner. Although it needs a few details to make it more organized and clean. I decided to make a "My style board" to make things clear in my mind. The result is just here and now I have a shopping list. Great! I really needed a reason to go shopping/spend money. I would love to share with you the final picture but I'm just not sure if I'll be sharing before or after the paintings... let's see if the evolution deserves it. Here's the board:

My Style - board 002 - my office makeover! by cris-loureiro

Jieldé black lamp / Orla Kiely drinkware / Small Terrarium Holder Cube style glass container desk accessory / Modern book shelve / Small item storage, £5.98 / White table, £12 / White office chair, £12 / IKEA Snika, £11 / Blank Chalkboard Smaller Size by dirtsastudio on Etsy / IKEA KVISSLE Desk organizer, white, £3.58

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

And the day has arrived! Koalita Party's 3rd anniversary.

In 2011 I launched the first online shop of Koalita Craft. Koalita Craft on Etsy started as a brand for children.  At the beginning of 2013 Koalita Craft became  Koalita Party that is now more than a brand for children. It's a business without age range. New brand, new design, new goals but the same genuine mission: Making life more colourful and happier people.

These last 3 years were full of joy with the birth of my two daughters. Laura in October 2011 and Clara in October 2013. There wasn't much time for business but always replied in the best way possible to custom orders, holiday seasons and reasonable needs.

2014 is definitely the year to start a new cycle. And Koalita Craft blog and Koalita Party shop are on the top of the list. There's a lot to celebrate for what was accomplished but there's much more ahead. New products, brand new party packs and a long way to enter the wedding and events industry for good.

Do I have fears? Doubts? Yes! But I know that I'm not alone, my family, friends, customers, YOU, support and believe in me. I believe in ME and in my DREAMS. And it feels so right when someone contacts KP sharing their dreams and hopes so I can turn them alive. It feels so right when people thanks for promoting their work and effort.

YES! Hopefully I will be here in one year time celebrating again with all of you and more...

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

Big thanks to all of you!

Note: There's an awesome anniversary giveaway running here on the blog. Please don't hesitate in entering.

AWESOME ANNIVERSARY GIVEAWAY

It has been almost three years since Koalita Craft opened its first shop on Etsy. 

On the 26th February 2011 Koalita Craft now Koalita Party was opened. 

Since then much has changed. KC started selling mostly decor for children's rooms. Now it's all about having fun! Hand-made moments is all we do. Making those happy moments unique and special. 

Our mission is making people's dreams possible without drama. Life is to be appreciated in its fullness. If you're planning a wedding or a party, it hasn't to be stressful or boring. It must be full of joy and greatness. It will be your moment or the moment of someone you care, it must to be precious. A moment to remember forever and ever.

So... it's our anniversary soon. We want that you have a party for us! That's why we are giving away this brand new Rainbow Party Pack (value aprox. £35 / $58 / €42), that will be available on Koalita Party very soon.

It's so easy to participate in this giveaway that would be silly not entering. You CAN enter no matter where you are. You CAN win up to 20 entries that would put you on the top of the chances of winning this awesome prize. 

Do not waste more time. Good luck and fingers crossed.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Ends 21st March 11:59pm (GMT)

MY STYLE! - board 001

"My style" will be around here often. It's a new "usual"  at KC's blog. It will represent and define my taste, things that I would most probably would bought or made for my home, garden, my daughters or even for me. Or even things that I have on my shopping list. Everything is allowed from books, music, jewellery, clothes, shoes, prints, furniture, decoration accessories, EVERYTHING!

This is supposed to be fun and relaxed. It is supposed to find similar tastes, or not. Maybe creating a kind of complicity between you and me. I just want to share what's under my skin and have joy doing it. Hope you enjoy seeing as much as I enjoy sharing all of these finds that I love. Feel free to leave a thought.

My Style Board 001 by Cris Loureiro

Drinkware / Clock / Better Together Pillow Cases, Wedding Gift, His and Hers Pillowscase,... / H by Henry Holland leather satchel bag / Tech accessory / Apple iPad Mini 16GB Wi-Fi (White): Amazon.co.uk: Computers &... / Natural Newborn Baby Photography: A Guide to Posing, Shooting, and... / Follow Your Heart 8x10 Typography Inspirational Quote Print, / Camouflage Knot Bracelet Limited Edition Green

JUST SEND A WORD

And if you're not keen on gifts just send a few words to the one you love. Sometimes words matter more than an expensive present bought on a rush.

[ source: "Be mine" personalized card / "You will forever be..." card /  Pidgeons in love card / Let's make it happen" card / "Let's make babies" card / "Guess What!?" card / "You knock my socks off!" card / "Ok.You win. I'm yours." card / "We are better together" card ]

14 GIFTS FOR THE 14th

Happy week! This week is mostly about Valentine's day, here on the blog. It's Friday already. Time to share and show our love to those who are so important for us. Today I made a list of awesome gifts to show our appreciation to friends, sons and daughters, husband, boyfriend, all family... I hope you enjoy my selection.

[ source: Two hair pins / Watercolour "cutting diamonds heart" / DIY scandinavian Valentine hearts kit / Box of random notes of love / Twin heart baby vests / Tiny heart in a pot / Valentine's card / Felt pillow cover / Pink Bigfoot pin / Women's slippers grey cat /  Hearts post earrings / Mug tiny heart / Shower for two soap / 925 sterling silver heart ]

VALENTINE'S DAY WEDDING

Still on a Valentine mood... 

I'm not a huge fan of Valentine's Day as it is, to be honest. We should  show our appreciation to the ones we love every single day of the year. Although, the Valentine's Day turned to be very special to me 5 years ago, when I found my soul mate.Yes, on Valentine's Day I will celebrate 5 years of a beautiful love story with two amazing gifts - our two gorgeous daughters.

Me and my love haven't given the knot yet. I believe that, when we do, an inspiring board like the one I'm sharing today, may even be the theme of our official marriage. Enjoy!

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DIY Love letters / Bride photograph / Stationary / Drink stirrers / Hearts bouquet / Bridesmaid bracelet / Carpet of rose petals ]

THE HORSE!

Last Friday was the first day of the Chinese new year. The year of the Horse has begun! Here's a few curiosities about what to expect of this year and from people born on a the year of the horse. I thought it would be interesting, to illustrate this post and give inspiration, attach beautiful finds from Etsy, as this is the first post of 2014 too ;)

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People born in the year of the horse are said to be a bit like horses: animated, active and energetic – they love being in a crowd. They are independent with a straightforward and positive attitude towards life. They are known for their communication skills and are exceedingly witty.

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 People who was born in the year of the horse, should be looking for potential partners who were born in the years of the tiger, goat or dog. Avoid those born in the year of the rat, ox, rabbit or horse. You won't like them.

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According to superstition, in your zodiac year you will offend Tai Sui, the god of age, and will experience bad luck for the whole year. To avoid this you should wear something red, which has been given to you by someone else. Don't tell that I didn't warn you! 

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In general, the lucky colours of team horse are green, red and purple; the lucky numbers are three, four and nine, and the lucky flowers are giant taro and jasmine. So... if you are a horse don't forget your numbers on your bets!

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Have a great year of the horse!

Have an awesome 2014!

PREPARING FOR CLARA!

Hello there! It has been very difficult to keep on working and meet all the needs that the arrival of a new baby and pregnancy require. With 37 weeks I guess it's time to slow down, don't you think?

Christmas collection is almost ready and everything will be available on the second fortnight of November. Stay tuned with our Facebook page to get all the news in first hand!

Our Etsy and Folksy shops will be closed from 7th October to the middle of November.

If you spot a piece that you would love to have on your holidays season just let me know by contacting through our Facebook page or email. I will make an extra effort to send your order immediately after the shops are opened but before any coming order due to the reopening.

However, Koalita Craft blog will just return next year. So... I'm wishing you all a spooky Halloween, a cosy Christmas and a Happy New Year! I hope I can see you here in 2014! Have yourself a lovely time! :)

GUEST POST: Reclaim, Recycle, Reuse

This month I bring you a selection of different products that, in one way or another, fall into the Reclaim, Recycle, Reuse category.

They may actually be made of reclaimed materials or simply aged to make them look like they do.

Current design trends make these items particularly appealing for today's design savvy customers. Not only do these products appeal to the sustainable/organic/environment conscious market but they also fit the growing interest for industrial themes in fashion and interior design trends.

Many new cafés, high street shops and even homes are adopting this Organic/Industrial look, sticking to a minimalistic palette of white, black, grays and browns.

Reclaimed wood, reused objects and mismatch vintage furniture all add a certain industrial Victorian charm that contrasts with sleek, brand new materials. Their imperfections and patine provide a certain human, old style character that no new material could provide.

The use of reclaimed, recycled and reused materials often achieves a somewhat surprisingly refreshing compromise between warm and minimalistic, cosy and functional, natural and hygienic, as well as modern and traditional.

Modern industrial wood coffee table from reclaimed old  by  J Libby

Oak wood bike hanger elk by Reinis Salins

 Summer/spring fashion brown gray pants by NATA Kisch

Chevron pendant necklace by Kristen

 Modern reclaimed old growth dresser by Blake Avenue

 Floating shelf rustic reclaimed wood by Lisa and Lars

 Reclaimed barn wood chandelier by Cassidy Brush

 Detox 100 natural soap gift set by Julia and Alex

 Reclaimed barn siding and steel desk by John Mihovetz

Handmade reclaimed wooden hand painted side table by Chase Reid

Primitive wood sign old junk by Jill Hawkins

Minimalist wood sculpture by Paul Foeckler

Large desk organizer wood office organizer by Less and more

Enamel bowl tilted standing wood table lamp by Re' em Eyal

Birch bark table lamp by Ben Herbstreit

Advertising wood crate by Heidi

GUEST POST: Summer Assortment

You are probably on holiday somewhere right now, by the pool, in the sun, reading all about the royal baby or someone's new breast implants. I won't spoil it for you with anything too serious.

This time I am simply sharing some of my latest Etsy finds. It's my "Summer Assortment" a box full of sweet designs full of taste, beauty and uniqueness!

Perfect holiday reading that goes well with a Mojito!

Vintage pair of grey upcycled suitcases by Chris

Vintage caravan necklace by Jacqueline Wagner

Battersea power station grey screenprint by Jayson

Bracelet Made of Pewter by Anne-Marie Chagnon

Geometric silver necklace by Rita Rodner

White notebook paper red lined washi tape by Zoie

Smokey by Robert Stein

Crochet pendant lanp LUUNA by buubo

Envelope ring adjustable by Masha

Shelf with mirror by GoldenBiscotti

Black and white nesting dolls matroyshka by Becky Kemp

White ABS plastic uten silo wall hanging system by Dorothee Becker from Jeremy Schneyer

Handle necklace by Olga

Dream of the stars 2 original watercolor  by Natasha Newton

Vintage atomic pen holder by Jill

THIS WEEK IN MY LIFE

It's Friday already! This week has been different than usual around here. With many appointments due to the pregnancy and some bits and bops to solve, I wasn't able to do the usual posts. In times like this I just wish my day could be a few hours longer.

However, I managed ending the new "ring pillow" that I was working on and it's already available on KP Etsy shop. Well, it will be listed on my Folksy shop sooner or later so, keep an eye on it!

In the next 2 weeks Laura's nursery is going to be closed for summer holiday, I guess that I will have no time at all for anything else apart from trying my best to get her less bored. She is such an active girl and I'm a lazy pregnant... I'm predicting difficult times ahead! :)

In the next 2 weeks Laura's nursery is going to be closed for summer holiday. I guess that I will have no time at all for anything else apart from trying my best to get her less bored. She is such an active girl and I'm a tired and lazy pregnant. I'm predicting difficult times ahead! :)

Unfortunately I may not have time for many updates at the blog. Though, I will try to finish some new items of KP Christmas collection. Let's see what time Laura lets me work. 

In the mean time here's a sneak peak of Christmas in Koalita Party. I can't wait to show you more...

TREASURY FRIDAY

Today I'm celebrating the new look of Koalita Gifts Etsy shop with this "Fabulous in orange and mint" collection. Please celebrate with us! You're very welcome to visit Koalita Gifts. Thank you!

TREASURY FRIDAY

Well, last Friday I made a special pink treasury to celebrate all the pink in the house. A friend saw it and said: "It's a shame I don't have a bit of pink in this house but I love my blues above all things". Reading this I immediately promised her that I would make a treasury specially for her blues and here it is "Making my friend's sons happy!"! I hope my friend and all mothers with a predominance of blues enjoy this collection.