Butterfly Garden Party

Wednesday, August 8, 2012


Whitney Hartmann Photography from Kara's Party Ideas Blog

Invitation Suite by Allison Powell Designs
Tea in Tiaras  Lovely Garden Fairy
Butterflies, decore and custom favors available at Bon Fortune

A hint of the lovely florals by Ruby+Romeo


Bon Fortune featured on Karas Party Ideas Blog!
We will be releasing more pictures from this sweet Garden Party soon
but thought you might like a sneak peek now.


Our gift boutique will be open in time for the holidays but to shop for party supplies,
 goodies and favors now please visit our  
and be sure to click links above to visit our friends and party partners. 

A special thank you to Whitney Hartmann for her photography and blog submission.

Crafted Party Favors by Bon Fortune

Sunday, July 15, 2012


Valerie Hart Photography for Kara's Party Ideas

There are some really great party blogs out there and Kara's Party Ideas is among my favorites.
So when Kara placed an order at Bon Fortune for a variety of goodies, I knew that a fabulous photo shoot would be on the horizon. I was not disappointed. Bon Fortune original flutes, pouches, and feather party hats were featured in the Cowboy & Indian theme party. Needless to say, I was flattered.

Berry "Useful" Baskets




Berry Baskets from Bon Fortune Photo Courtesy of Kristine from Lucky Lime Photography


Recently a group of gals joined together in Southern California for the Elevate blog conference. Bon Fortune was happy to contribute some berry baskets to be used as snack baskets for popcorn. Cute idea, right? 

To get your "berry" useful little baskets click here. Made of recycled paper pulp and manufactured right here in the USA in the most lovely shade of turquoise blue. Pick up a dozen and feature them with your favorite snacks, or garden goodies this summer then send us a picture. If we post it, we'll thank you by sending you a dozen as a gift. 

Pink Lemonade Stand

Friday, May 18, 2012


I was flattered when photographer Whitney Hartmann asked Bon Fortune to supply some goodies for her "pink lemonade stand", a styled portrait photo shoot. Here is a peek at her flyer and her talent. You can also check out her blog here. If you are in the area hurry and schedule a portrait session for some charming pictures. 

If these photos inspire you to create your own lemonade stand visit my Bon Fortune Shop for all the fabulous little details that will have your neighbors lining up for refreshments and your children happily occupied all afternoon.


Available here.



        Photos courtesy of Whitney Hartmann Photography


Happy Mother's Day

Saturday, May 12, 2012





I cannot think of a more fitting tribute to Mother's Day than a garden party celebration to benefit Angels Foster Care of Santa Barbara. Angels Foster Care is a non-profit organization with a mission "to rescue abused, abandoned, and neglected children ages 0-2".

The event Al Fresco Afternoon On the Riviera was hosted by Coast 2 Coast Collection and Juliska at the Four Seasons Biltmore in Santa Barbara. It was a lovely luncheon, with table settings and centerpieces featuring gorgeous Juliska of Spain, breathtaking floral by Ruby + romeo, and a fashion show by Saks Fifth Avenue. Magnolia Event Design coordinated the event and created a charming French market in the courtyard. Bon Fortune and Ruby + romeo collaborated to create a table full of charming gifts just perfect for Mother's Day gifting. There were tea cups with flowers, surprise balls, gardenia scented candles, striped straws, bonbonniere, and nostalgic novelties.

Other tables featured french style chocolate confections by Cali Bressan, vintage Chanel jewelry, Jo Malone fragrances, Juliska, Christofle and so many more gorgeous things.

To learn more about Angels Foster Care and to contribute to this most worthy cause click here. With sincere gratitude to Meichelle Arntz, founder of this organization that has made such a wonderful impact on so many children and families, including one that is particularly dear.

Happy Mother's Day!





A peek at some goodies available at Bon Fortune Boutique opening soon.
Pretty paper straws in every color stripes, and polka dots available now from Bon Fortune click here.


Sweet Soda Stand by Magnolia Event Designs
Photos courtesy of Melissa Musgrove Photography



Special thanks to Shannon from Ruby +Romeo for inviting Bon Fortune to collaborate,
to Lindsey from Magnolia Events for a splendid event, Holly from Coast 2 Coast for her vision for this grand luncheon, and Melissa Musgrove for capturing so many lovely images from the day, and of course my Mom, for all those things good Mommies do even when the kids are all grown up.



Cupcakes Anyone?

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Cupcake baking cups with crown wrap available at Bon Fortune. Cupcakes by Bottega Louie


A few weeks ago I went shopping at the LA gift market. I went with a friend Shannon, who has just opened the most wonderful floral and tabletop business, Ruby+Romeo.  We had a grand time visiting showroom after showroom looking for what others might have missed. We found a few things that I will be sharing with you soon but the one thing I discovered that I just can't wait to share is my adoration for the place we went for dinner and of course dessert, Bottega Louie.

I was enchanted by the whole of the place, it was as my friend, Shannon proclaimed, "So Bon Fortune!" In fact, it was so Bottega Louie. I was in love already with the splendor of the pastels and then I saw the cupcakes.

Adorned by a crown of gold these cupcakes are as beautiful as they are delicious. Topped off with a signature mini macaroon they are in my opinion the best of the best. Want one? Visit Bottega Louie.

By the way, Shannon was right, in a small way. Hundreds of cupcake crowns were already en route to  Bon Fortune before I actually saw them in full glory at Bottega Louie. Want some? Come visit Bon Fortune Party & Novelty Shop for the gold cupcake wrappings, and for all the other charming elements of your party visit my Party Shop open now on Amazon. My party gift boutique will be open soon.


Visit Bottega Louis for a taste of Europe right here in California. 

To purchase these gorgeous golden cups from Bon Fortune click here.

Happy St. Patrick's Day

Sunday, March 11, 2012



Near a misty stream in Ireland in the hollow of a tree
Live mystical, magical leprechauns
who are clever as can be 
With their pointed ears, and turned up toes and little coats of green
The leprechauns busily make their shoes and try hard not to be seen. 
Only those who really believe have seen these little elves 
And if we are all believers
We can surely see for ourselves.
(Irish Blessing)