have a magical weekend dears.
thank you for visiting me this week. xo
image: jessica claire
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A friend was on the look out for alice in wonderland theme ideas for her baby shower. While these ideas are for a kids birthday party, some of the details can be easily modified to create an adult version of whimsical wonderlands… 
What ideas to keep and which to switch?
For starters, keep the fine china tea cups.. no grown up “alice in wonderland” inspired celebration is complete without a good china set. Aren’t these pretty?
Keep: the paper lanterns..simply because I love how them.
Add hearts on the tablecloth. You could also design menu cards to look like queen of hearts playing card. It would be fun to place a
Switch: paper flowers for real ones, exotic asiatic lilies and orchids.
Switch: plastic chairs for mismatched wooden or iron ones.
Keep the butterflies and other whimsical objects…
Wow, this got me in the mood for an alice in wonderland themed party for myself..
For more birthday party images visit HWTM. Jen’s blog is forever packed with inspiring celebration ideas.
via HWTM via Jessica Claire
images: jessica claire
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While I dont usually feature much from the major retailers, I had to share this beachy seaside inspired tabletop from the pottery barn spring/summer catalog.
the details i like in this setting? the individual succulents, the net table cloth, and the cute seahorse napkin rings.
hand written menu cards are always a fav of mine. I also like the non-traditional setting of silverware.
And in this setting, I thought octopus napkin rings and sea urchin salt-pepper shakers are too adorable.
What about you? see anything inspiring?
ps: i’m also digging their new bedding collection, coming up in my next post.
xo
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Would you like to see my latest thrift store finds?
I cannot have enough vintage toast racks for organizing my stationery so am always on the hunt for another one. I found a silver william adams (sheffield-brimingham) toast rack. At $4.99 someone obviously doesn’t know its real value!
A round glass fishbowl vase for $1.99
A set of six “wheat” knowles plates designed by freda diamond for $1.99 a piece! I thought they looked so delicate and love the design. I cant wait to use these for my next tablescape.
I love good bargains, dont you?
xo
images: manvi drona-hidalgo
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Gorgeous weather for the last few days gave us a chance to spend time in our yard again. I cant tell you how much I have missed lounging in our yard. My little tulips are springing, and so are the Iris plants, among others. While at home depot yesterday, I bought some more herbs and flowers and planted them in lil jiffy pots. I will wait another month before planting them outside. So excited to have my garden back!!
Being outside and soaking in sunshine had me planning backyard soirees. Here are some lovely tablescapes to steal ideas from.
images: mary ruffle, weddingwhims, 100layercake
happy hump day.
xo
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I’m having such a great time hosting some of my fav bloggers here on mochatini. The response from everyone was great and I am proud to be part of this AMAZING community! Before I introduce you to today’s special guest, I want to take a moment to thank these lovely guests we have visited with so far.
{ps: I am working on getting blog banners from guest bloggers, so if you see this, please send me your banner (175px w x 100px h)}
And now for the special guest today who you all are very familiar with, Ashley White. Ashley is a web designer and a design enthusiast and her blog decorology is always filled with wonderful inspiration. Ashley recently spent some time in Morocco (lucky girl) which you can read about here.
So without delay- here is Ashley!
The Crown
I discovered The Crown whilst blog surfing, and unlike most hotel reviews, it really stayed with me. A great way to describe it is as a “boutique townhouse inn.” The Crown is a 21st century inn in the heart of Woodbridge, Suffolk. What really makes this place special is the gorgeous, gorgeous interior design by Bentheim. You’ll see what I mean –
image via http://www.bentheim.co.uk
I’ve never quite seen such a mastery of country and modern – it’s a perfect blend of serenity, and creates an environment where one could clear his or her mind and really focus, or truly relax.
Even the bathroom is minimalist without being cold.
images via http://www.bentheim.co.uk
On the hotel site I found a great description of the space – “Our ten very individual bedrooms, as with downstairs, ooze comfort and simplicity, emphasising relaxation over style and indulgence over fussiness – a home from home, but with more than a little luxury. Our bedrooms feature plump goose-down pillows, mattresses fit for royalty (they have the warrant to prove it), crisp cotton bedlinen, Italian lighting and lots of personal touches. Bathrooms have under-floor heating and French organic toiletries. “ Not too shabby eh?
images via http://www.thecrownatwoodbridge.co.uk
image via http://www.bentheim.co.uk
The design firm also decorated the hotel’s luxury dining facilities. I’ll leave those details to the food blogs.
The picturesque village of Woodbridge.
Dreamy no?
See and read more at The Crown.
{if you would like to be a guest blogger on mochatini, send me an email {manvi@mochatini.org}
xo
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Just a few days of warmer sunny days have me already planning my spring summer wardrobe. I am dying to kick off my uggs and slip into skimpy sandals and one of these pretty summery outfits by Finnish designer Johanna Uurasjarvi.
In the eyes of Uurasjarvi, the Leifsdottir customer is hip, optimistic, curious, and cultured. She is a modern woman, who wants to look pretty and polished, while showing off her personality. Because of this, she is drawn to the charm and soul of Leifsdottir.
A girly girl, Im soready to add multiple pieces from leifsdottir’s spring collection. To see more, visit and shop leifsdottir.
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Hello sunshine monday! Isn’t it such a joy to wake up to a sunny morning? How was your weekend? Did you watch the oscars? I was a bit disappointed that Avatar didnt win best pic or best director, but still happy for director of the hurt locker. My fav dress was Demi Moore’s. Who did you like?
Have a great week ahead..
xo
images: k manghi and jose villa
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well, my dears, its friday! happy oscar weekend to you all. will you be watching?
thanks for visiting mochatini this week, leaving me lovely comments and your emails. I will be playing catch up on your blogs and emails. Have a great one!
xo
image: carter smith
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Hello my darls, how are you? Its about 11:45pm and we just got back from beautiful Aspen. Have you been enjoying the lovely guests here on mochatini? I am so thankful to charlotte and lana for keeping you company while i was away.
We had a fantastic trip that included lots of relaxing at the spa and hot tub, lovely dinners, great skiing (and apres skiing), window shopping and quality time with loved ones. While it is hard to leave the comforts and amenities of the ritz carlton, I am so happy to be back to our lil casa. Cant wait to share more about it all.
Its late and Im a bit tired from traveling all day. So, Ill see you in the morning.
ps: its also awesome that tom is friday which means weekend. and not just any weekend- its oscar weekend!! Of course you can expect a happy {oscar} weekend post tom.
xo
images: carter smith for zara 2006 catalog
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I am so excited to introduce today’s guest blogger, Lana Kenny from the blog lanalou style. Lana lives in Cape Town, South Africa, works in the decor field, loves to decorate cupcakes and is an aspiring photographer. You must hop on over to her blog where in addition to decor, design, interiors and more she also shares her own photographs and finds from south africa.
Hi, I’m Lana and it’s so lovely to be a guest here on the always gorgeous Mochatini! Today I thought I’d share some of my favourite things, a few essentials that I just can’t be without.
Beautiful fresh flowers for instant cheer and occasional tasty treats that put a smile on your face. Books are an absolute necessity, whether it’s just a fun read or an inspiring interiors book, I like to be surrounded by them at all times! I love adding a vintage touch to everything and I absolutely love colour. And lastly, stepping out into nature keeps me in touch with what’s really important and gives me endless inspiration. I hope you enjoy these pics, thank you for having me here, Manvi!
images: lana kenny
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