{ My Son's 2nd Birthday Party }

Just recently we celebrated my son's second birthday.  This year we decided to keep it low key and have an intimate party at home.  Since my son loves Franklin the Turtle, I decided that would be the theme.  I kept it colourful by adding balloons.  I also created the banner and placed it behind the food table.

For the lootbags, I used brown paper bags and put in little toys which I purchased from Dollarama and chocolate covered candies.  I then created labels using Franklin the Turtle on it.  Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of the lootbags.  =(

The cake and cupcakes were the star of the show (beside my son, of course) which I had ordered through Patricia Cakes.  Might I say, her cakes are just to die for.  The cake was chocolate with dulce de leche frosting, and the cupcakes were a combination of mocha with chocolate frosting and vanilla with chai latte frosting.  I should also mention that her cakes were featured on many magazines such as WedLuxe and Wedding Bells.  She was also featured on The FoodNetwork.

Here is a picture of my son after enjoying the cake.

{ Old World Meets New World: Marrakesh }

As we have seen in the last few years, the damask pattern ruled and brought us the classic and Victorian look.  It was not only elegant but it also brought back vintage style.

Via 2Modern

As we look forward into 2012, you will see that vintage begins to fade away while a new trend in patterns emerge - Marrakesh.  This pattern not only screams exotic but it encompasses tradition at the same time. 

Infused with a modern twist, you can incorporate this pattern in any room of your house by using bold colours (i.e. wall paper, throw pillows, etc.). 

Via Crave Interiors

It can also be incorporated into your wedding (i.e. table linens, wedding invitations, etc.).

Via Parrot Design Studio

Will you be incorporating the marrakesh pattern into your wedding?

Let J. dela Cruz Weddings & Events help you create the wedding of your dreams.  Contact us today for a quote.