Well we had a photo shoot on Saturday with Rebekkah Farrell and it was FAB-U-LOUS!!!!

I can not rave enough about it all.  Every person involved was amazing and I must say that the clothing looked stunning.  I have been busy for a few months working on the new collection all while trying to also work on orders.  I did not realise how much I had actually put together.  So many things that not all have yet been photographed.

There were a couple of hitches where customs decided to hold on to the Joyfolie shoes ordered.  They were sitting at the airport and still are, waiting for clearance but they would not do it over the phone.  Very frustrating but I managed to find a way around it and found other options.  I now also have a large parcel of shoes to still look forward to for the next shoot.  I also left the beautiful flowers created by Amy at Amy's Flowers, in the fridge and had to make a mad dash back to get them in amongst Saturday morning Auckland traffic.

Here are a few of the behind the scenes shots taken by my daughter Frankie.  They don't show any of the collection as I will wait for the amazing photos by Rebekkah to really get you excited.  Keep an eye out on Facebook and here on the blog.

I truly can not thank everybody enough.

The wonderful Rebekkah - isn't she gorgeous, she should have been in front of the camera

Pretty little sisters - Imogen and Pascale with Rebekkah taking the photo

London striking a pose for Rebekkah

A fairy with her butterfly wand - GORGEOUS!!

Look at those gorgeous eyes. This is a new little tutu dress but you can't see the detail

Beautiful Pascale getting ready in a rustic brown tutu

Little fairy whispers in the ear of Imogen

An angel has hung up her wings... it's a wrap... until next time

Birthday Princess

Okay so today is my Birthday *yawn* - agghhh I don't mind the numbers, my mind says "life is a happy thing", my heart says "oh together you and I have so much love to give", but my body says "no way baby, we have got this all under control and we are taking you down...".  Ahhhh well what can one do...????

Oh I know, make the most of it and be the Princess of the day in my world!  Perhaps wear a crown?? No but I have one to share with you as well as a little something from the new collection that is about to be launched, that you might like to try and win for your little Princess.

It is a rather cool shaggy pile, black faux fur vest with a grosgrain ribbon tie.  It is lined with satin and would go with so many things over Winter (I love black).  We will also be launching some very cool black merino leggings that have a slight twist to them and will look perfect with a pair of Joyfolie boots.  Included will be her own little lace crown that is the perfect prop for photos.  It reminds me of when my babies would 'graduate' from kindy on their 5th birthday and the teacher would make them a crown to wear when they sat on the special chair at mat time.

So if you would like to go in to the draw to win this faux fur jacket and a crown then all you have to do is say what your favourite colour tutu is.  Let your friends and family know also and they might win it on your behalf.

The winner will be drawn on the 30th of April and I will use Random.org to select the winner.  The winner will be announced on the Return To Eden blog that evening or May 1st.

This is not a Facebok competition but I will be letting you all know about the competition on Facebook.

All the best everybody and be on the look out for some fab new photos by Rebekkah Farrell that will soon be appearing with all of the latest range.  Can't wait!!!!

Ohhhhh and before you go... I just want to show you a little sneak peek at another new item that will be coming in the new collection - a snow princess ballerina dress....

New things coming

I know it has been a long time since I have written a blog post.  The year is just rushing by.  It is almost a year since I launched my website, since my last birthday, since my darling cat Molly passed away as well as a number of other things that happened last April (did I mention the wedding of Kate and William?? - that in fact was the date I launched my website).  These are all things I have written about in past blog posts and yet they seem merely a few months ago.

I look back and see how much things have rapidly progressed.  How much of my life is now dedicated to Return To Eden and I would not have it any other way.  I have a loving and supportive family and friends who encourage me and back me all the way.  I have given many years of my life to my family and so now it is just so right to be able to express some of my other talents and passions and let my light shine a little more brightly.

Return To Eden has grown with what it has to offer also.  A photoshoot is about to take place that will show case some of the beautiful items that have recently been created.  I can not wait to show them to you however the creations do not ever cease to flood my mind wanting and waiting to be born.  So this is really just the beginning of what is to come.

Here is a little snippet of one item that I truly adore.  This is a hand knitted (with a lot of hours and love) baby blanket.  Knitted in New Zealand Merino and Angora wool that is a luscious thick 10ply yarn.  All blankets are exclusive, unique and one of a kinds.  You will be sure to own an heirloom to be treasured for many years to come.  I hope you will love them as much as I do.

Merino and Angora Baby Blanket

100% pure Cashmere Wool Baby Blanket