Blue cocktail for a wedding. By new Gold Coast event venue Kirra Beach House featuring Margot Robbie's Papa Salt gin.
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Cocktail Friday: The Coastal Margarita by Kirra Beach House
  The Something Blue Issue is all about flooding your wedding day with as many soulful and refreshing blue hues […]
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Cocktail Friday – The Reveley’s Kissed by a Rose
We’re embracing ultra romance this month for The Proposal Issue. This week’s cocktail comes from Perth city venue The Reveley. […]
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5 Sweet Treats that are Perfect for a Proposal Picnic
Chocolate Shortbread Heart Favour Recipe via Jessica Derrick With the weather getting warmer, the sun staying out for longer and […]
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Cocktail Friday – Champagne & Basil Popsicles
I knew that for proposal month I wanted to play with champagne popsicles, because what better way is there to celebrate? […]
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Rustic Ring Pillow Tutorial
While a sweet ring pillow is traditionally used during the wedding ceremony, a handmade and rustic ring pillow can also […]
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Cocktail Friday – The Duke’s Spellbound Smash
Images via The Duke of Wellington The Duke’s Spellbound Smash From its passionate red hue to its sweet flavour, from […]
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Etsy Roundup – 20 Handmade Diamond Alternative Engagement Rings
With everything proposal this month, we wanted to take a look at our makers with a special edition of Etsy […]
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A Bringing Back Blue Polka Dot Made DIY Roundup
  Beautiful, bonnie blue – a hue to fall very in love with, and is a star colour in the […]
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The Reception Issue

From elegant sit-down affairs to lively cocktail parties, create magical moments at your wedding reception with creative themes, heartfelt speeches, and unforgettable festivities. Read all about planning to dancing and everything in between.

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Cocktail Friday: The Elderflower Gin & Tonic
Today on Cocktail Friday we raise our glasses to the exquisite art from Elizabeth of ELK Prints, who have crafted […]
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Cocktail Friday: The Drunken Apple from Running Postman Bar
Hey there, cocktail enthusiasts! Today, we’re super excited to introduce you to a true gem, The Drunken Apple cocktail from […]
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Cocktail Friday: Chocolate Orange Martini from Running Postman
Today, we are excited to share with you a delectable recipe for a Chocolate Orange Martini, courtesy of Running Postman […]
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DIY Tutorials
Dearly Beloved: A Look Back At Your Polka Dot Made Picks For 2023
We don’t know about you, dotties, but we think our DIY blog – Polka Dot Made – just got bigger, […]
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Cocktail Friday
Dearly Beloved: A Look Back At Your Polka Dot Made Picks For 2023
We don’t know about you, dotties, but we think our DIY blog – Polka Dot Made – just got bigger, […]
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Meet The Makers
Boho Luxe Huntress
The Huntress & Co. is a rustic bohemian design and lifestyle brand based in Gippsland, Victoria. Creator Klaire Anderson makes […]
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Downloads & Freebies
Free Bridesmaid Proposal Cards & DIY Tutorial
Looking for creative and affordable ways to make your wedding planning experience even more special? As a terrific treat for […]
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Recipes
Creamy Coconut Ice Heart Favours Tutorial
Is there a childhood Aussie treat that is more romantic (if a treat could be romantic) than our old favourite […]
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DIY Celebrations
Minna & Simon’s Love-Filled DIY Engagement Party
Minna & Simon’s Love-Filled DIY Engagement Party is incredibly fun and kistchy, and we’re so excited to share it with […]
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