We are delighted to announce the launch of our new look website. Different name to celebrate the range of accessories we are creating - so now called LHG DESIGNS but the website is still www.weddingandbaby.co.uk
The website is still work in progress as we are working on our 2011 collection which will be available through our stockists as well as via the website.
LHG DESIGNS is delighted to already have a range of combs stocked at Loves Philiosophy Bridal http://www.lovesphilosophybridal.co.uk/page8.htm
If you are a bridal store looking for a new range of accessories worn by celebrities then get in touch with weddingandbaby@yahoo.co.uk
Monday, September 20, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Kids get Sun Savvy!
Kids get Sun Savvy!
Kids and their parents are getting sun smart with the new Sunscreen Reminder Bracelets that were launched at the end of May. So much so Louise Graham’s sales have been soaring as the weather heats up.
How does it work?
From white to bright in sunlight! Apply sunscreen to the skin and bracelet. As the sunscreen wears off through swimming and perspiration the colour of the bracelet intensifies, reminding of the need to reapply sun cream.
“Kids love seeing the colours change and applying sunscreen becomes a fun activity.” say Louise. Although these bracelets won’t prevent sunburn and parents should always apply sunscreen regularly as recommend by www.sunsmart.org.uk, these bracelets are encouraging kids to be responsible in the sun in a fun way.
These bracelets are handmade in a range of colours including red, purple, blue, yellow and orange. All bracelets start off white indoors and gradually change to their colour as the uv rays increase. What makes them even more attractive is that Louise can personalise these to each individual order, so they can act as an ID bracelet too.
Starting a jewellery making business was the last thing on Louise’s mind, but a family holiday to Spain proved to be the turning point. While lying on the sun loungers she realised that she wanted to have more control over her working life and most of all spend more time with her young son.
With a keen interest in jewellery, she set about learning the skills and experimenting with designs. This year her new design is a kids “Sunscreen Reminder Bracelet”
Kirsty Budgen bought some for her 2 young boys. “I got my boys sunscreen bracelets for going on holiday they are absolutely fantastic! Due to my children being under 2 years old, Louise created a design that would be safe for them to use.”
Due to such popularity the bracelets are now available for adults too.
Bracelets cost from just £3.50 each and are available at www.charmingangelsparties.co.uk
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Azi Jegbefume wears www.weddingandbaby.co.uk Delta Headband to Shrek Premiere.
Azi Jegbefume from X Factors Kandy Rain was wearing our Delta Headband at the Shrek Premiere. http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/oneofftiara.htm
I am utterly delighted that I have been in contact with Azi from last May 2009 when Kandy Rain ordered up some personalised tracksuits from us for the X Factor Live shows.
Since then I have kept in touch with her and as I created a new range of tiara/headbands I made sure she was one of the first to know about them.
I sent Azi a selection of headbands and I was delighted that she wore one at The Shrek 3D Premiere.
She has also been doing PR shots and wore another of my designs ( the lovely vintage leaf headband) to the Couture Online Fashion Show.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
'cos Mums' the Business
ISSUED DATE 10/06/10 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
‘Cos Mums’ the Business!
Local mum Louise Graham is not only hitting the headlines, she is hitting the bookshelves.
Louise Graham downs her tools in the classroom . But when home-time comes, instead of diving straight into a well-earned glass of wine, she rushes back to clock on for her second job, managing her burgeoning business empire.
Louise, 32, is an example of a new breed of “mumpreneurs” who wants the financial security of a regular job while establishing their business. And she is not alone.
Emma Jones, a leading business adviser and author of a new book on the phenomenon, Working 5 to 9, calculates that some 5 million people are currently running their own businesses from home and out of hours.
“I also run a support group for other Mumpreneurs in Scotland which currently has over 100 members. Most of these Mums also have a day job while setting up their business” says Louise.
Louise is delighted that her business is one of sixty businesses featured in the new book Working 5 to 9 by Emma Jones.
“The reasons for starting up my own business is to ultimately spend more time with my son. At the moment it is a hard balancing act, but I keep positive that he will reap the rewards soon.”
Starting a jewellery making business was the last thing on Louise’s mind, but a family holiday to Spain proved to be the turning point. While lying on the sun loungers she realised that she wanted to have more control over my working life and most of all spend more time with her young son.
With a keen interest in jewellery, she set about learning the skills and experimenting with designs. Having an honours degree in Product Design along with a Post Graduate Certificate in Education, she decided to combine all her talents to set up Charming Angels.
As a school teacher, she knew exactly what skills could be developed in children. The bonus is she can also use her new skills in the classroom to provide a more stimulating lesson for her pupils.
“I often wonder how the business has been such a success, but I guess it is down to many things. The branding of the business and the service I provide. Mums tell me often how they can’t believe how quiet the children are once the party starts.”
“My daughter Layla had Charming Angels to her 6th birthday, and it was great…the girls (and boys!) loved making their jewellery, or craft items, and Louise was just lovely…very attentive and warm and the kids just took to her!!”(Honour McGuigan).
Louise also creates a range of adult jewellery, tiaras and accessories. Her designs are so popular she has recently sent a set of her bespoke headbands to the X Factors Kandy Rain girl group.
“Staying motivated is the hardest thing. To keep focused I have my vision board to remind me of the bigger picture. I am very lucky to have a supportive husband and family who help out around the house and are there to offer encouragement.”
You can visit Louise’s website here: www.charmingangelsparties.co.uk
#Ends#
Notes to Editors
For more information contact Louise Graham on,
email charmingangelsparties@yahoo.co.uk
web http://www.charmingangelsparties.co.uk
Working 5 to 9 was published on May 17 by Harriman House, £12.99. (working5to9.co.uk)
‘Cos Mums’ the Business!
Local mum Louise Graham is not only hitting the headlines, she is hitting the bookshelves.
Louise Graham downs her tools in the classroom . But when home-time comes, instead of diving straight into a well-earned glass of wine, she rushes back to clock on for her second job, managing her burgeoning business empire.
Louise, 32, is an example of a new breed of “mumpreneurs” who wants the financial security of a regular job while establishing their business. And she is not alone.
Emma Jones, a leading business adviser and author of a new book on the phenomenon, Working 5 to 9, calculates that some 5 million people are currently running their own businesses from home and out of hours.
“I also run a support group for other Mumpreneurs in Scotland which currently has over 100 members. Most of these Mums also have a day job while setting up their business” says Louise.
Louise is delighted that her business is one of sixty businesses featured in the new book Working 5 to 9 by Emma Jones.
“The reasons for starting up my own business is to ultimately spend more time with my son. At the moment it is a hard balancing act, but I keep positive that he will reap the rewards soon.”
Starting a jewellery making business was the last thing on Louise’s mind, but a family holiday to Spain proved to be the turning point. While lying on the sun loungers she realised that she wanted to have more control over my working life and most of all spend more time with her young son.
With a keen interest in jewellery, she set about learning the skills and experimenting with designs. Having an honours degree in Product Design along with a Post Graduate Certificate in Education, she decided to combine all her talents to set up Charming Angels.
As a school teacher, she knew exactly what skills could be developed in children. The bonus is she can also use her new skills in the classroom to provide a more stimulating lesson for her pupils.
“I often wonder how the business has been such a success, but I guess it is down to many things. The branding of the business and the service I provide. Mums tell me often how they can’t believe how quiet the children are once the party starts.”
“My daughter Layla had Charming Angels to her 6th birthday, and it was great…the girls (and boys!) loved making their jewellery, or craft items, and Louise was just lovely…very attentive and warm and the kids just took to her!!”(Honour McGuigan).
Louise also creates a range of adult jewellery, tiaras and accessories. Her designs are so popular she has recently sent a set of her bespoke headbands to the X Factors Kandy Rain girl group.
“Staying motivated is the hardest thing. To keep focused I have my vision board to remind me of the bigger picture. I am very lucky to have a supportive husband and family who help out around the house and are there to offer encouragement.”
You can visit Louise’s website here: www.charmingangelsparties.co.uk
#Ends#
Notes to Editors
For more information contact Louise Graham on,
email charmingangelsparties@yahoo.co.uk
web http://www.charmingangelsparties.co.uk
Working 5 to 9 was published on May 17 by Harriman House, £12.99. (working5to9.co.uk)
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Colour trends for Autum Winter 2010/2011
We have been working on a few everyday jewellery designs and looking towards the colour trends for Autumn 2010.
http://www.maxitendance.com/2010/02/10-couleurs-tendances-hiver-2010-2011.html
Our Autum 2010 collection will be posted here soon. A sneeky peek
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
On the Day Co-Ordination - a MUST.
Mention the words Wedding Planner and it brings up images of celebrity weddings or even the Father of Bride film. Admittedly a full on wedding planner may not be what you are after. Lets face it planning the wedding is the exciting part. At Wedding and Baby we did all the planning ourselves, we had a perfect day but would in hindsight have booked an on the day co-ordinator had I know they existed.
So what is on the Day Co-Ordination? We asked Alison Tinlin at Plans and Presents all about it.
"The On the Day Service acts as the ultimate reassurance.
A couple can spend months and years planning their Perfect Day, and it is often a relief when they near the end of the Wedding Planning process.
Sometimes at this point however, it is nice to hand over responsibility, and the stress and worry to a professional.
This service is for clients who have already made all their arrangements, but who would like assistance to tie up all the loose ends.
To begin with with I will have an in depth meeting to discuss the clients needs and requirements.
This really isn't as serious as it sounds, its more coffee and an informal chat, where I will spend time with the couple, to get an understanding of how they wish their Big Day to look and feel.
From that point, each of their chosen suppliers will be contacted to double check details, ensure any last minute queries are answered, and that everything is running to plan. I will then create timelines detailing who needs to be where, and who does what, so that that the client is perfectly clear on how the day should run.
This supplier follow up will be ongoing on at least a weekly basis until the day of the Wedding.
I will be in attendance to co-ordinate on the Day, double checking all suppliers, making sure all details are to hand, and co-ordinating them so that the day runs seamlessly.
Depending on location I will oversee and assist with the decoration of the Venue, so the look the couple envision for their Wedding becomes a reality.
I will ensure the day runs to time and will be on hand with my trusty emergency kit to solve any little dilemma's should they crop up.
From booking of this service , to even after the Wedding Day I will be available 24/7 via email/telephone support so that each couple knows that their day, which is the most important of their life is top priority."
Most HOTELS have a wedding co-ordinator, but unfortunately there is nothing like a person who is dedicated to your big day.
So if you wish to explore the option of On the Day Co-Ordination check out www.plansandpresents.co.uk your sure to get a service second to none.
So what is on the Day Co-Ordination? We asked Alison Tinlin at Plans and Presents all about it.
"The On the Day Service acts as the ultimate reassurance.
A couple can spend months and years planning their Perfect Day, and it is often a relief when they near the end of the Wedding Planning process.
Sometimes at this point however, it is nice to hand over responsibility, and the stress and worry to a professional.
This service is for clients who have already made all their arrangements, but who would like assistance to tie up all the loose ends.
To begin with with I will have an in depth meeting to discuss the clients needs and requirements.
This really isn't as serious as it sounds, its more coffee and an informal chat, where I will spend time with the couple, to get an understanding of how they wish their Big Day to look and feel.
From that point, each of their chosen suppliers will be contacted to double check details, ensure any last minute queries are answered, and that everything is running to plan. I will then create timelines detailing who needs to be where, and who does what, so that that the client is perfectly clear on how the day should run.
This supplier follow up will be ongoing on at least a weekly basis until the day of the Wedding.
I will be in attendance to co-ordinate on the Day, double checking all suppliers, making sure all details are to hand, and co-ordinating them so that the day runs seamlessly.
Depending on location I will oversee and assist with the decoration of the Venue, so the look the couple envision for their Wedding becomes a reality.
I will ensure the day runs to time and will be on hand with my trusty emergency kit to solve any little dilemma's should they crop up.
From booking of this service , to even after the Wedding Day I will be available 24/7 via email/telephone support so that each couple knows that their day, which is the most important of their life is top priority."
Most HOTELS have a wedding co-ordinator, but unfortunately there is nothing like a person who is dedicated to your big day.
Imagine you have dreamed of the venue decorated with topiary trees and twinkly lights. As you arrive at the HOTEL the wedding co-ordinator hands you a glass of champagne and you give her your horse shoes that have been given to you from special guests. In the next moment she it telling you the twinkle lights were working but have now blown! Oh well nothing you can do now.
So the receiving line starts and you are admiring the beautiful floral centrepieces that twinkle in the candle light. Amidst shaking peoples hands you notice that one of the candle is setting a leaf on fire, and you the Bride have to notify the co-ordinator about this! Not really enjoying the best day of your life with these added stresses.
To top it all off you ask for the horseshoes back to keep as a memento - the HOTEL wedding co-ordinator has lost them never to be found again! These are all true examples - and we so wish that we had had a professional on the day co- ordinatior. We would never have known about these things and the professional on the day co-ordinator would have dealt with these as they had arisen.
So if you wish to explore the option of On the Day Co-Ordination check out www.plansandpresents.co.uk your sure to get a service second to none.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Wedding and Baby talk to Jasper Conran
Jasper Conran holds dearly the wedding dress he designed for Lady Sarah Armstrong Jones.
The gown had white draped georgette with ruched bodice reminisent of the 1940's. To date his design of this wedding dress and the bridesmaid dresses is held as the most inspiring work in bridal fashion.
Here is our conversation
W&B - Any fashion tips for brides and guest wear this wedding season?
Jasper Conran - Yes, as the bride always make yourself look recognisable as you, you'll feel alot more comfortable...does this make sense?
Jasper Conran - Guests, please remember it's not polite to compete with the bride!
W&B - Thank you. Wondered if vintage was still going to be popular for weddings in 2011?
Jasper Conran - Well I think the dress should be simple and flattering and put the detail into the accessories.
W&B - fab we make accessories for weddings - tiaras, headbands etc so great to hear that from the experts.
Jasper Conran - I'm sure
W&B - Delighted to have been chatting to Jasper Conran about trends in weddings for 2011, thank you for your time.
Jasper Conran - Thank you, my pleasure
We love this stunning outfit perfect for wedding guests from the Jasper Conran collection at Debenhams - Silver Grecian Matt and Shine Dress. Why not team it with our Vintage inspired silver grey fascinator.
Jasper Conran wedding dresss - stunning. Team it with our vintage style headbands or combs
Update 17th April 2011
WOW for some reason this blog post has been getting lots of attention recently. Thanks for that. On further investigation we have actually found that Jasper Conran has listed Wedding and Baby Bespoke Accessories along with only 13 other businesses under his Jasper Conran Bridal list - http://twitter.com/#!/JasperConran/bridal
We are listed along with the acclaimed Wedding Planner Mark Niemierko and Siobhan Craven- Robins, Confetti Magazine, Martha Stewart, Brides, The Knot, Confetti, You &Your Wedding Magazine, Brides Magazine, Real Life Weddings andThe Wedding Girl.
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