Looking for something fun and unique to do with your sweetie this holiday season?  How about blowing your own Christmas ornaments?!  Elements Glass Gallery presents this wonderful opportunity for you to make something truly special and one-of-a-kind.  The fun happens on Saturdays and Sundays beginning this Saturday, November 14th, and runs through December 21st.  Advance payment and registration is required by calling 503-228-0575.  It is $38 per ball with $5 being donated to the Oregon Food Bank.  If you blow 9 balls you get your 10th free!  It only takes 15-20 minutes per ball which leaves you plenty of time to view their current exhibit and then grab a coffee, cocktail or dinner in the Pearl. 

Elements Glass Gallery is located at 1979 NW Vaughn Street, North of Lovejoy.

Happy Date Night!

It’s always a plus to finds gifts that work double duty- a fun present that can be both for you and him!  A perfect example is Mary Green’s seven-piece set of silk boys shorts.  We are all familiar with the universal language of love but each of these 7 fun undies are stitched with the phrase “I love you” in a different language.  Perfect for your honeymoon, Valentines, or just for fun!  Languages include English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Hebrew and Chinese. So, say “I love you” to your sweetie 7 days a week with these adorable undies and he’ll be sure to thank you later!

With a name like New and Blue you may think that we focus entirely on wedding invitations, favors, and gifts… but we have much, much, more!  For instance, check out some of our super cool party invitations. Whether your planning a surprise party, backyard BBQ, or even lobster bake- New and Blue has you covered!  We always try to find unique invitations that can really set the tone for your event, be it a wedding, anniversary, or even a wine and cheese party.  Pictured below are just a few but we have lots to choose from so be sure to check them out!

Here at New and Blue we know you want your wedding to be a reflection of you and your lucky groom, so we are always on the lookout for new products, creative ideas and helpful tips that we can pass along to you.

Just in, from the Brides Buzz section of the latest BRIDES magazine, is cocktail flavored ice cream by Silver Moon Desserts!  Who says the only way to enjoy a Pomegranate Martini is by sipping?  Now you can scoop it out of your favorite martini glass with a spoon!  Yum!  How fabulous would this be at your wedding reception, bridal shower or next party?  Step aside, signature drink!  Silver Moon Desserts has eight delicious flavors to choose from or you can have one custom made.  Custom orders are $250, plus shipping, for 300 servings.  Contact Silver Moon Desserts to learn more or check out their website to buy some pints for your freezer.

Inspiration Board:  Acadia in Persimmon and Vintage Gold

Clockwise from upper left corner:  Martha Stewart Acorn Earrings, Dominique Rosette Clutch, Candy Warehouse Rock Candy, Michael C. Fina Sacred Bird & Butterfly Place Setting, Anthropologie Garden Gild Lamp, Boden Patent Tall Boots, Etsy Seller 4TheSparrowsNest Golden Bronze Beloved Birds Hair Pins, Pre de Provence Honey Soap, Tree in a Box, J.Crew Crystal Symphony Bracelet, Anthropologie Gilded Hat Days, Boden Melange Sassy Fitted Cardigan and Metallic Bow Flats and New and Blue Acadia Invitation in center.

Inspiration Board: Gramercy Park in Pesto

Kate Aspen Topiary Picture/Place Card Holder, Anthropologie Nacre Daisy Knob and Trellis Floral Curtain, Boden Perspex Buckle Belt, Coach New Kira Bag, Anthropologie In Perpetuity Covers, New and Blue Gramercy Park Invitation, Murder on Gramercy Park, Purl Soho Manos Del Handspun Multi Color Yarn, Sundance Dazzling Green Topaz Cocktail Ring, Weddingstar Botanical Garden Votive Candle Holders, Boden Corsage Pumps, Candy Warehouse Green Fruit Jell Slices.

Yes, that is a bride and groom in an ice cream truck and they are serving their guests!  What a cute idea!  Towards the end of the evening, as their guests were inside dancing, the couple snuck out into an ice cream truck they had rented from Aunt LaLi.  They donned aprons and jumped in ready to serve their guests.  The Wedding Planner, Jean Marks, cued the DJ and he lowered the music so the guests could hear the ice cream truck music….he said, “hmmm…it sounds like dessert is outside…let’s go see.”  As the guests followed the music they were greeted by the bride and groom offering them cool treats we all remember from our childhood.

These pictures come via San Francisco Bay Area Wedding Planner, Jean Marks.  She recently posted this wedding on her blog.   A playful and light hearted couple that put together a wedding celebration that was a true reflection of them.  You can read the entire blog here and see more pictures of the playful, fun and heartfelt touches the couple incorporated into their day.

Inspiration Board: Passion in Daffodil

Weddingstar ”Thank You for BEEing Here” Sticker, Sundance “18 Hours of Flowers” Scarf, Crate and Barrel Silicone Sunflower Pan, Etsy Seller “Onaroll” Yellow iPod Cozy, New and Blue Passion Invitation, Boden Pleat Front Jacket, Anthropologie Wire Spun Taper and Love and Peace Cuff, J.Crew Globe-Trotter Centenary Vanity Case, Kate Spade “Preston Hollow Maria” Wallet, Williams-Sonoma Essential Oils Collection in Meyer Lemon, Bath and Body Works Fragrant Waters Roll-on in Wild Honeysuckle.

Inspiration Board: Down the Shore in Caribbean & Pucker

Kate Aspen ”Sea Glass” Luminary, Anthropologie Eau De Parfume in Sea Spray, Anthropologie Friede Tank, Pottery Barn Seahorse Embroidered Pillow Cover, Anthropologie Fresh-Cut Earrings, Benefit CORALista, New and Blue “Down the Shore” Invitation, Anthropologie Fiat Luxe Felted Soap, J.Crew Camellia Flower Flip-Flop, Anthropologie Dappled Cincher, Beverly Clark Bride Beach Hat, Pottery Barn Japanese Float Lamp, J.Jill Sterling Silver Coral Ring, Pottery Barn Glass Sea Life Napkin Rings.

The ever talented Alesia Zorn just posted this very clever chalkboard menu.  The bride came up with the puzzle for her signature cocktails and word has it there are larger ones for the dinner menu and desserts.  Alesia is known for her gorgeous calligraphy, on just about any surface, and has recently added the chalkboard menus to her repertoire.  How cute is this?  We love it and it makes us wish we were invited!

Answers: Jack & Cola, Lemon, Raspberry & Gin, Beer or Wine.