Joyful Print Lane

24/09/2023

Support My Walk for Mental Health Research

It's been a few years, and this is the second time I have decided to participate in the Black Dog Insitute One Foot Forward walk. I've pledged 30km - although I believe I will do more. Part of my own mental health well-being is to not overwhelm myself, so I'm keeping it achievable while aiming for more.

I've kicked off my donations with a $40 pledge. Go to my page and use the link to make a donation to support My Walk for Mental Health Research & follow my progress. Maybe you will decide to sign up too.

I wish you all good health, both physical and mental, and sending love and support to anyone in need. I am always up for a chat, so feel free to say hi.

30/08/2023

I just tried this and it actually works....wtf 😮

08/09/2021

It’s R U OK? Day & I'm asking you are you ok?

The ups and downs of life can affect each of us differently. I regularly come in contact with couples who are feeling overwhelmed. Planning a wedding at any time can feel stressful. Planning an engagement party, wedding or other event during Covid is on a whole other level.

Sometimes it won’t be obvious that someone is struggling, but having the support of family, friends & close colleagues can help those close to us better navigate the challenges that come their way.

Make a moment meaningful and ask, "are you OK?" because your conversation could change a life.

If you want to support someone but aren’t sure where to start, follow these four steps:

ASK R U OK? – Pick the right time and place and ask them how they're going.

LISTEN – Listen with an open mind and without judgement.

ENCOURAGE ACTION - Encourage them to do something that might lighten the load.

CHECK IN – Remember to check in again soon. Your ongoing care and support can make a difference.

Are they really OK? Ask them today.

Find more conversation tips at www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

07/09/2021

Never release balloons in to the air. Bubbles are a great alternative.

Many balloons that are not properly disposed of end up in the ocean and along shores, becoming marine debris… Balloons can be mistaken for food, and if eaten and ingested, balloons and other marine debris can lead to loss of nutrition, internal injury, starvation, and death.

Balloons are one of the most lethal types of plastic for ocean animals, yet in many Australian states it is legal to release them into the air. Sign the petition to ban helium balloon releases.

06/09/2021

Looking for a little help with design, feel free to reach out for some very affordable virtual assistance and guidance for wedding invitations, menu's and more. Here are just a few menu examples to wet your appetite. Whatever your theme or style, I will create a bespoke design just for you.

04/09/2021

Progress is progress. Looking forward to bigger celebrations soon 🍾🥂

From Friday 3 September 2021, small wedding services can be held across NSW with a maximum of 11 attendees are permitted.

This includes the 5 people legally required for a wedding (the people getting married, a celebrant and 2 witnesses), 5 guests and 1 person to record the service.

For full details on restrictions within your local area:

❤️ Greater Sydney: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/rules/greater-sydney -weddings-and-funerals

❤️ Affected areas/LGAs: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/rules/affected-area -weddings-and-funerals

❤️ Regional/Rural: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/rules/affected-regions -weddings-and-funerals

19/07/2021

Fun photo flashback. All it takes is a little imagination. I loved staining my own wine barrels and styling them for weddings.

19/07/2021

A little picnic proposal inspiration 💗🍾🥂



Photo credit Soiree By The Bay

13/05/2021

Flashback to a recent backyard wedding.

There is something special about an intimate backyard wedding, love them 😊

25/04/2021

Perfect weather for an intimate backyard wedding yesterday and I was very fortunate to be a part of the bride and grooms special day. Helping out with some planning, all of the styling including creating centrepieces, on the day coordination and last minute logistics picking up flowers and cakes. It was a huge weekend. Lots of cleaning up and packing down after the wedding reception on such a beautiful weekend 💕🌺 A very special thank you to Colleen & Chloe for your on the day assistance & Meagan of BallinaBlossoms for supplying the quality floral pieces for me to work with. And lucky last, thankyou to Tricia at Options in Alstonville Creazoni catering for the beautiful food. Looking forward to some professional photos to follow soon but in the meantime here are a few snapshots from this weekend 🍾🥂