30 days to go...

Monday, August 31, 2009


sweet “scent”iment

Still need a gift for spring or secretary’s day?

There is a whole alphabet of colourful candles to choose from each with a heavenly scent. Burn your way from A to Z, or how about ignitable initials for a truly personal and wonderfully affordable gift idea.

Height 10cm.

Gift boxed.

R50 each

BOOK OF THE WEEK

Sunday, August 30, 2009


shower with love

Amazon Product Description

With this companion to Throwing the Perfect Shower, party-givers will find fun ways to make pre-wedding and baby festivities even more fabulous. Here are 128 pages crammed-full of unique themes, games, and activities, as well as full-colour photographs that show exactly how to set up the party. Give the bride-to-be a Cookbook Shower, where everyone provides a favorite recipe. Then, mount them in a pretty personalised volume that she'll treasure forever. Host an Initial Shower for an expectant mom, where everything has to start with a designated letter--perhaps "P" for pink. Then the guests can wear polka dots, plaid, and paisley; bring presents such as pyjamas; and eat pasta and (cream) puffs. Every one of these ideas will enchant the guest of honour.

IN GOOD COMPANY LIBRARY

THROWING THE PERFECT SHOWER

Jill Williams Grover

Free on loan for members

31 days to go...


hippity hop

These rabbits live in a wonderful lair behind a tiny hill-top. There are sisters and brothers, nephews, cousins and a whole family. Every morning they wake up the sun, before it rises, and in the evening they eat star-sprinkles with warm milk using a silver spoon.

Here at In Good Company we love these little bunnies from Maileg, and we have a whole warren – including very very big ones! And just wait and see what we have in store for Christmas, so come back and have a peek November 1st!

MAILEG

Bunnies

Summer Dress Girls

Small

100% cotton

34cm

R200 each

32 days to go...

Saturday, August 29, 2009


shoeaholic

We really do believe a girl can never have too many shoes. Treat yourself to some fancy designer footwear that won't break the bank with one of our colourful doormats.

Shoeaholic Pointy Button Shoes Door Mat Fuchsia Spots

100% natural coir.

60 x 40cm

R160 each

101 WAYS WITH CHARMS

Friday, August 28, 2009


wrap pretty

Take your gift wrapping to a new level by adding a charm or two to the ribbon! Just be sure to tell the recipient it is there! You may even wish to hint at the gift inside, for example tie on a handbag charm to emulate the one inside.


Diamante Double Flower Handbag Charm

In the brightest of whites with its sparkly diamante flowers, let this stunning handbag charm appeal to the purist in you!

Enamel charm is approximately 2cm high with lobster clasp to attach to the charm jewellery.

R40 each

CHARM OF THE WEEK

marry me?

A single solitaire is every girls dream, so if your man is nervous of picking the wrong engagement ring, why not hint at him proposing with one of these, and let you go together for the bigger purchase!

Diamond Ring Charm

Add our diamante ring to your charm collection and show that diamonds really are a girl's best friend!

Enamel charm is approximately 2cm high with lobster clasp to attach to jewellery.

R40 each

33 days to go...


keep cool

Keep your guests cool during your big day with our super trendy Fan Programme Paper Kit. Every ceremony from an outdoor wedding in the spring to a destination celebration on the beach will all be a little cooler with these fun, ivory fans. Not only will your programme papers look, but they will also keep all of your friends and family feeling good!

Perfect for the do-it-yourself bride, our printable programmes are easy and fun. With only a few simple steps, you can print these programmes on your home computer or at your local printer for only a few cents.

Fan Programme Paper Kit includes:

- 50 programme fans

- 50 sticks

- Adhesive

- Test Printing Sheets, Instructions & Template Information

Size: Fans measure 16cm by 22.5cm tall. 


Materials: 80# Cardstock

R370 for the kit

34 days to go...

Thursday, August 27, 2009


funhouse

When throwing a party one of the places I always like to decorate is the bathroom. Think about it, just about everyone of your guests will visit the room sometime during the event, so you want to be sure it is party proof. Besides having some lots of loo paper, nice towels and soap, what about some fun? These mirror clings are sure to surprise everyone and bring a smile to their face whether it be at a kid's party or even a wedding!


FRED AND FRIENDS

Funhouse Static Cling Mirror Decals

Who IS that looking back from the mirror? With this giant set of static-cling decals you’re just one moustache or tiara away from a whole new you. Just place our Funhouse decals on a mirror and stand back; it’s best to squint one eye for the full effect. Funhouse includes 3 full sheets of reusable static-cling decals.

R55 for 3 full sheets

35 days to go...

Wednesday, August 26, 2009


i do…

Reiterate the most important sentiment of your wedding day with our Embroidered “I Do” Wedding Garter. Crafted of pristine matte satin, each wedding garter is gathered and hemmed into sweet ruffles. The bridal garter is topped with a thin bow and a single Swarovski crystal.

But it is the adorable lower case, embroidery of the words “i do” in blue that make this garter stand out. Affirm your intentions by wearing the “I Do” wedding garter on your wedding day and throwing the included tossing garter at the reception. Our wedding garter combination allows you to retain your keepsake garter.

I Do Wedding Garter Set

Available in white and ivory.

Size: One size fits most

Materials: Satin with Swarovski crystal centre

R180 for the set

INSPIRATION

Tuesday, August 25, 2009






Look around you




I’m in gorgeous Cape Town this week and am staying in Stellenbosch for two nights. This beautiful little town has such a special place in my heart as I spent four very happy years here as a student at the University of Stellenbosch. So I always love coming back and the natural beauty never fails to take my breath away. Driving along today with a smile on my face I was once again amazed by the stunning yet sturdy arum lilies that grow wild along the roads here – how is that possible?! Nature’s gifts to us are all around and provide wonderful inspiration for events big and small – think along the lines of an arrangement of apples at a casual lunch for friends or an inspired motif for a wedding. Nature’s possibilities are endless!

Invite from http://www.carrotandstickpress.com/ and centrepiece from http://www.oncewed.com/ by Casey Hyer

For an inspired-by-nature touch light your table with IN GOOD COMPANY’S natural bamboo candle.

R90 each (pink or white wax)

36 days to go...


got milk?

If any one who knows me, I love milk, and when asked do you take milk – my reply “Yes, half the cow please!” Though I think my husband is getting a bit tired of my desperate emails at 7pm to pick up milk on the way home from work! So I think I need to use this little creamer more often that way I can see when the milk has run dry and I know to do my own milk run…

Half Pint is an artfully blown and molded glass creamer that captures the comforting familiarity of a mini milk carton. Simple, elegant, whimsical - it’s a gem de la crème.

FRED AND FRIENDS

Half Pint

The Mini Carton Creamer

R120 each

37 days to go...

Sunday, August 23, 2009


scents of spring





With Spring just around the corner (1st Sep) and Secretary's Day just after (2nd Sep), we have some really pretty gifts from Greengate - for both giving and receiving!

Heaven Scent Tin of Tea
R120 each

Rosehip Scented Candle
Pale pink
R140 each


BOOK OF THE WEEK

Saturday, August 22, 2009

wedding chic

Amazon.com Product Description

When you imagine your wedding, what do you see?

Maybe you dream of exchanging vows before an intimate gathering of family and friends at sunset, followed by a chic and elegant dinner under the stars in balmy weather. You can practically see yourself at the altar, taste the cuisine, smell the gardenias, and feel the music playing when you join your guests to party at the reception.

But before your wedding comes together with all the romance and glamour you’ve imagined, you’ll need to make decisions about the details. Is your color scheme bold and rich or soft and ethereal? Will you be married in your mother’s garden at the end of a serpentine path or on an exotic beach with the ocean crashing in the background? Do you desire an elegant sit-down dinner or a fabulous cocktail party with a great DJ who keeps the party going late into the night?

With so many choices, it can be hard to decide where to begin. Now there’s no reason to get overwhelmed, because wedding designer extraordinaire Colin Cowie is by your side every step of the way. In Colin Cowie Wedding Chic, he shows how to weave a thread of style throughout your celebration, from determining the overall feeling and mood to the smallest and most personal details of the event.

Following inspirational introductions from Colin about every part of your celebration, each detail is captured with magnificent photographs: bouquets; ceremony décor; centerpieces; reception décor; food and drink; cakes; invitations, favors, and gifts; appearance for the bride, groom, and attendants; ritual and ceremony; and music and after-party.

Brimming with the kind of style that has made Colin the number one wedding planner in the world for celebrities, heads of state, and even royals, Wedding Chic finally gathers all of the options in one dazzling, easy-to-reference place. With photographs of more than 1,001 gorgeous details, it is simply the most comprehensive, varied, and beautiful resource a bride-to-be could ever wish for—one that is certain to make the wedding a celebration to remember forever.

About the Author

Lifestyle expert COLIN COWIE is known around the world for creating gorgeous, unique, and personal events that radiate glamour and elegance. He appears regularly on national television shows, including The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and The Early Show. He is a frequent contributor to InStyle and O, the Oprah Magazine. Born in Zambia and raised in South Africa, Colin now resides in New York.

IN GOOD COMPANY LIBRARY

Wedding Chic

Free on loan for members

38 days to go...


lego lunch

 

The silicone handles of these mid-size utensils lock 
together securely for easy storage and packing, not to 
mention endless amusement. Perfect for lunch boxes, 
picnics, your desk drawer or car’s cubby holes. Sold as a set: knife, fork and spoon.

 

FRED AND FRIENDS

Snack and Stack

Take along utensils

R150 for the set

39 days to go...


gorgeous garland

This fabulously colourful daisy garland is 5 metres in length. It looks wonderful both indoors and outdoors and coordinates perfectly with our Time for Tea party range bringing the party atmosphere to any room or garden...

Multicolour Daisy Garland

R60 each

(Wide selection of garlands available)

CHARM OF THE WEEK

Friday, August 21, 2009

pooch parade

 

Whether you like a British bulldog or a German “Sausage” dog, you will just have to get your paws on one of these “bow-WOW” charms. But be careful your little hound may get jealous! (Check out 101 with charms to prevent you ending up in the doghouse!”)

BOMBAY DUCK

Charms

Enamel charm is approximately 2cm high with lobster clasp to attach to the charm jewellery.

From R40 each

101 WAYS WITH CHARMS


doggie dazzle

 

Who says our pets cannot be glamorous too? Customise your dog collar with a charm, especially this fabulous diamante encrusted enamel bling bone charm.

 

Bling Bling Bone Charm

Enamel, diamante.

Approximately 2cm diametre.

Available in blue or pink.

R65 each

40 days to go...

Thursday, August 20, 2009


hip, hip hooray!

Happy Birthday Bunting, beautiful bright colours, brilliant decoration for anyone’s birthday, party or no party. In fact, it should be a standard item for all offices, that way you can spruce up that grey little cubicle for your colleague! And while I think about it, all you teachers out there this is compulsory for the classroom!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUNTING

Birthday bunting with 16 triangular pennants

Size: 5m

R60 each

41 days to go...

trivia

See who is top of the class?

60 general knowledge trivia questions for kids aged 7 and over.

Great for getting the party table thinking or for passing the time away in the traffic.

R35 each

42 days to go...

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

ball pass

For a new take on the party game staple “pass the parcel” you have to get one of these balls. The Whimisical Wonderball is constructed using 90 meters of tightly packed brightly coloured crepe paper streamers and inside you will find lots of tiny prizes. So, by passing round the Whimsical Wonderball party guests will take turns to remove a layer and reveal, one by one, tiny treasures wrapped inside. 14 gifts enclosed in each parcel. Once the ball is unravelled there are 90 metres of cheerful streamers... a simple and fun idea based upon the American Indian tradition.

R80 each

INSPIRATION

That’s a wrap

It’s oh so lovely to give (and receive) a beautifully wrapped gift, no matter what the occasion or the contents. We just love companies that understand how much presentation counts when it comes to presents. There’s inspiration everywhere – stationery shops, haberdasheries, nature, your own home, and of course right here In Good Company. We offer a beautiful assortment of ribbons for that final, perfect touch to any gift.

These are some gifts I would just love to receive …

43 days to go...

easy as abc

Continuing on with the school theme, sometimes it is higher grade to find a gift for a friend or colleague. These stylish Diamante Letter Keyrings are just the answer!

R50 each

GOOD TIMES

Monday, August 17, 2009

30 is the new 20
I am hoping this is true as my husband and I went to yet another friend’s 30th birthday party on Friday night and ours are just around the corner. The party was held at the crazy but fabulous Roseboys in Illovo. It was a great evening topped off with chocolate birthday cake - what is a birthday party without cake and candles? Yum!



I haven’t celebrated 30 yet but when I do these fun numbered candles will top my cake.
Price: R10 each

44 days to go...


back to school

In celebration of my daughter going back to playschool today, we had a “Back to School” breakfast – don’t these salt and pepper shakers deserve an A+ for theme appropriate decorations?

Salt & Playtime

Everyone knows you shouldn't play with your food, but that shouldn't stop 
you from playing with your pepper! S & P (Salt and Playtime) are 4cm
square, food-safe, hand-finished maple blocks that just beg to be picked 
up. Warmly reminiscent of alphabet blocks from your childhood, Salt & 
Playtime add a charmingly retro touch to a contemporary tabletop. Go 
ahead... get in touch with your inner child and sprinkle on a little fun!

R100 for the set

45 days to go...

Sunday, August 16, 2009


yummy gummy

This little gumball machine mirrors that oh-so-classic gumball machine right down to it's true "Dubble Bubble" gumballs. Great for any party, occasion, birthday or send-off...

Classic Gumball Machine

12.5 cm Tall

65 g of Double Bubble Gumballs - assorted red, white, blue and yellow (approximately 20 gumballs)

Colours:

Traditional Red

Turquoise Blue

R50 each

BOOK OF THE WEEK

perfection

Amazon review:

Discover the secrets of impeccable entertaining and make your parties the hottest ticket in town. Entertaining can be a headache. All that preparation and planning, budgeting, shopping and inviting . . . and that’s before your guests have even arrived! Luckily, Perfect Housewife, Anthea Turner, is on hand to take the stress out of entertaining. Whether you’re planning a formal dinner or a delicious buffet, a sophisticated picnic or a kids’ Halloween party, a themed birthday or a summer barbeque, you’ll find all the tips you need to organise fabulous functions – without the fear.

Learn the art of preparation, sending invitations, devising menus, drinks and themes. Feel confident tackling any kind of celebration, whatever your budget.

Entertain in Style – the follow-up to the successful How to Be the Perfect Housewife and tie-in to the hit TV series Anthea Turner: Perfect Housewife – has all the helpful hints and inspiring ideas you need to create an exceptional event with ease, enjoyment and flawless style.

Free on loan for members

46 days to go...

Saturday, August 15, 2009

engaged!

Novelty Light Up Engagement Rings

The novelty light up engagement ring is a great addition to any favour or as a great novelty item at the Bachelorette Party. 

Comes as a set of 6, 1 white ring and 5 pink rings.

R140 per set

47 days to go...

Friday, August 14, 2009

ssshhh!

Let everyone know when baby is sleeping with these cute door hangers!


Baby Door Hangers

Embroidered and appliqué with ribbon hanging.

17 x 13cm.

Styles:

Pink "Hush Little Baby" Bird

Blue "Tip Toe Past" Elephant

R70 each

p.s. Congratulations to Romay and Rupert on their new little baby girl Ruchelle. May she bring you much joy and happiness. For a lovely baby naming idea: The couple combined Romay’s second name, Michelle and Rupert, to bring about “Ruchelle”.

101 WAYS WITH CHARMS


pretty neat

For a favour, napkin ring and place card all round into in one, wrap a charm bracelet spelling out your guest’s name around a linen napkin. For a bright fun occasion you will go crA-Zy for our enamel letter charms, and for a more glitzy affair use our diamante letter charms

Enamel letter charms

Assorted colours, cannot be specified.

R20 each

 

Diamante letter charms

R20 each

CHARM OF THE WEEK


letter love

Spell out your love with these enamel alphabet charms and where your heart on your sleeve (wrist).

Enamel letter charms

A-Z

Assorted colours, cannot be specified.

R20 each

INSPIRATION

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Mood boards
I just adore mood boards – making them and looking at them! We’ve all got last month’s (or year’s!) magazines lying around the house so scour them for inspiring images for your next party or home décor project. Beautiful images from travel, home, food, fashion spreads will spark ideas for your own party. Send us your mood board and we’ll suggest items from In Good Company for that final, perfect touch.

Wouldn’t these little bird nests be just right for the above mood board?
Miniature natural bird’s nests with "eggs" and ribbon for a creative bomboniere/favour or decoration.
Price: R10.00
(Mood board image from Project Wedding)

48 days to go...


airfork one

Perfect in-flight meals

Airfork One is now ready for boarding! It’s made of sleek 
stainless steel encased in food-grade, dishwasher-safe 
silicone, just the thing to bring those mashed potatoes 
and peas in for a safe landing. It’s high-flying meal-time 
fun for the little ones.

FRED AND FRIENDS

Airfork One

R100 each

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