Don't ask me to pick a favorite piece from the latest issue of Rue; it's like asking a mother to choose her favorite child. But I do want to share with you some extras from one that bowls me over every time I look at the photos--because every child deserves to have maximum attention lavished upon it! The Skill Swap Jamboree (pg. 60) captivates me with its colors, its concept, its creativity.
The idea sprung from the minds of Miya (left) and Elisabeth (right), the incredibly talented and innovative duo behind YOU + ME Lifestylists. If you're looking for a smart and savvy team to come up with some killer baby shower ideas, pull props for a family portrait session, even style a portfolio shoot for a small business. And the best news? They're now doing weddings--so look out brides!
Of course they couldn't have done it alone! The crew of amazing Jamboree guests was a 'who's who' of imaginative friends and colleagues: everyone from florists Poppies and Posies to the photographer Karen Wise came out to teach mini-lessons that included making a boutonniere, brewing the perfect cup of tea, and crafting a pop-up valentine.
And last but certainly not least? Floral arrangements from Blossom and Branch nearly stole the show with their rainbow order perfection, and master-shooter Trent Bailey Photography captured every moment and details with the utmost love and care. I'm so grateful to this dream team for making such magic and letting us showcase their work in Rue!
Complete Credits! The Party Guests: Poppies & Posies, Janelle Sing, Ashley Muir Bruhn, Mooseherd Creative, Nina Isabella, Karen Wise, Laura Splan, and Brooklyn Soda Works. The Location: Top of the Garden. The Rentals: Classic Party Rentals. The Florists: Blossom & Branch. The Caterer: KG Fare Catering & Events. The Brains of the Operation: YOU + ME Lifestylists.The Photographer: Trent Bailey Photography
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Posted by: kathleen | February 03, 2011 at 10:10 AM
I hate to pick favorites either, but this is such a wonderful idea - loved this feature in Rue. I want to host a skill swap party with my girlfriends!
Posted by: Alicia | February 03, 2011 at 10:11 AM
this was so much fun to be a part of! You + Me Lifestylists ROCK!!
Posted by: Sierra Yaun | February 03, 2011 at 10:22 AM
so pretty! love poppies and posies!
Posted by: lydia {ever ours} | February 03, 2011 at 11:33 AM
Absolutely adore this party...the colors, the flowers, the genius concept! So inspiring! XO
Posted by: CAMILLE STYLES | February 03, 2011 at 11:57 AM
How absolutely DIVINE!!!xx
Posted by: The Iconic Blog | February 03, 2011 at 12:48 PM
Anne, very fun just loved all of the color and ideas!
xoxo
Karena
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Posted by: Karena | February 03, 2011 at 03:22 PM
such a nice idea. i could dig any jamboree that included a workshop on tea steeping!
Posted by: erin | February 03, 2011 at 04:16 PM
Anne,
This is simply gorgeous! I missing Spring even more now!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
Posted by: Luciane at HomeBunch.com | February 03, 2011 at 05:53 PM
LOVE the color. So fun in the middle of winter even though we do live in sunny California. Looking forward to meeting you at the designers blogging conference in LA!
Posted by: Irene Turner | February 03, 2011 at 06:02 PM
Love this table!! I am definitely recreating this for my next dinner party. Such a fresh and colorful surprise instead of one bunch of flowers in the middle of a table. love it!
Posted by: Laura LaRue | February 03, 2011 at 06:03 PM
I agree, those floral arrangements almost single handedly stole the show. Stunning.
Posted by: Camberley, The Bella Life | February 03, 2011 at 06:18 PM
You all are too, too kind. We had so much fun and were so lucky to work with amazing people and to have the chance to work with rue. Loved the whole shebang. xoxo! m&e
Posted by: miya & elisabeth | February 03, 2011 at 07:10 PM
This looks so pretty! Thanks a lot fot sharing! I'm interested in posts like this one!
Posted by: Rag & Bone/JEAN | February 04, 2011 at 01:19 PM
Anne, darling! It´s amazing! So pretty! by the way: I love your blog!!!
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Posted by: Decoration Findings | February 05, 2011 at 09:42 AM
Thanks for inviting me to "teach"... It was a fun and inspiring day!
You + Me Lifestylists did a beautiful job!!
Posted by: Karen Wise | February 06, 2011 at 06:58 PM
I love your creative work. That’s dynamic post. Thanks for showing your creativity.
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Posted by: Thomas Sabo Australia | February 28, 2011 at 11:37 PM
I could dig any jamboree that included a workshop on tea steeping! I love your blog!
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Posted by: Herve Leger | August 09, 2011 at 05:40 AM
These flower arrangements are just awesome.
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