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.

EASTER CALLING!

Hello lovely people! Have you already entered my giveaway? I'm so excited about this. It will be tomorrow my shop's anniversary however you have plenty of time to participate on this awesome giveaway. Be sure that you won't miss it! It's really worthy, especially if you are planning a wedding or birthday party this year.

Well but time flies and soon we will be eating chocolate eggs. One of these days I was searching on Pinterest for Easter inspiration and I found some fantastic ideas for making Easter decorations from eggs. A pretty and modern Easter decoration.

Here's my best selection:

[ source: Colourful dyed eggs / Thumbprint eggs / Neon dyed eggs / Patterned pastel eggs / Black and white eggs / Washi tape strips eggs / Pink and gold eggs / Botanical eggs / Pantone eggs ]

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)

LAST MINUTE DIY VALENTINE GIFTS

This is it! Tomorrow is Valentine's day! Have you got all the gifts bought? If not there's always time for a bit of diy, it's cheaper, it's more valuable and these, that I selected today, are very easy to do. 

[ source: Confetti filled hearts / Friendship bracelet / Heart tote bag / Heart shaped tea bags ]

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 ]

DIY VALENTINE...

The weekend is approaching. I was wondering... probably the rain will stop you from going outside. The last thing I want is that you get bored. So here's some ideas to keep your hands busy while weather invites you to stay indoors. I bet that on Monday you home will be much cosier and ready for Valentine. Enjoy!

[ source: Initial carved candle / Decorated bottles / Heart jar candle holder / Heart wall lamp / Conversation heart magnets / Feathered arrow ]

A BOUQUET THAT LASTS FOREVER

Valentine's day is just around the corner. It's so good when we make someone we love smile. A Bunch of flowers is a  winner  on this. The bad thing of it is that one week after flowers are dead and the gift we chose with special care and attention goes to the bin. It's simply not fair!

I have the solution! Here's a few bouquets that last forever.

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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

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.

ALL ABOUT... the Bermuda triangle

Happy, colourful, hot as a holiday in the Bermuda triangle! Enjoy, it's time for a break!

1 - Square shaped bangle by Judit Wild
2 - Party flag crochet bracelet by Silayaya
3 - Wood brooch geometry triangle laser cut by Yuriy and katerina
4 - Lolly metal cuff bracelet by Beth De Hart
5 - Triangles geometric pattern notecards by Noemi
6 - Wallet "Svilla" by Pikfine

TREASURY FRIDAY

Pregnancy brings strange dreams to a woman's sleep. Today I'm sharing my strangest and deepest dreams with you!

ALL ABOUT... Blue marine

The deep ocean is the motif of this inspiration board. The deep blue waters full of life and incredible stories. Let's dive in this blue sea and let's find how remarkable it is!

1 - Handmade original watercolor painting blue waves by Yao Cheng

2 - Chevron recycled decorative pillow by Irina

3 - Linen cotton dish towels by Coyawo

4 - Handmade Curried Leather Sneakers by Francesca M 

5 - Magnolia bakery open sign photograph by Emily

6 - Clutch made entirely of LEGO by Agnieszka Biernacka

TREASURY FRIDAY

A bit of Salt & Pepper to spice up life! Enjoy it!

ALL ABOUT... Black & White

Black & white will always be the right "colors" for the right occasion! Here's my selection for a monochrome board inspiration. I hope you enjoy it!

1 - Giant wool bunny tail by Giedra Bartas
2 - Crochet beach mini skirt by Katrin
3 - Hand painted wooden magnet by Ana
4 - Lace boot cuffs by Lenita
5 - Black &White Slingshot by Adam Gray

ALL ABOUT... A day at the beach!

The Summer is almost there and everybody is already planning those relaxing days at the beach. I guess I won't be able to go often to the beach this year but I still can dream with it. Don't you think?

1 - Modern Beach Photography by Kimberly Blok
2 - Felted OOAK Dress by Yanina
3 - Felted summer handbag by Simona
4 - Waves personalized notebooks by Cindy Slater
5 - Hello weekend Pencils by Amanda Catherine
6 - Blue Whale Post Earrings by Piper Pixie
7 - Bridal beaded anklet by Maria

2013

Most of the times new year comes with lots of hopes and resolutions, this isn't different.
- Feeding my body better
- Getting pregnant again
- Giving more quality time to family and friends
- Crafting more and computing less
- Success to my business
- More laughing x less crying

These  are some of my hopes and resolutions for 2013. But this is just my little world. What's happening in the Koalita's world?

Koalita Craft is no longer alone. Koalita Gifts is alive and kicking since yesterday. If you have a facebook account you can join the opening event that's running until 18th here, with lots of offers.
If you do not have a facebook account you can still get 10% OFF on your purchases until the end of the event just use coupon code: WELCOME2013 at the checkout.

WELCOME TO 2013 EVERYONE! HAPPY NEW YEAR!