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Rise Up Catering – Food with a Focus
A week ago I had the pleasure to meet Jayden Wilson a Brisbane Chef who has a vision that extends beyond healthy and delicious food. With his passion for food he has overcome incredible challenges in his life and now he is the voice and the action behind a cause that will change the lives of children and teenagers.
Jayden started his journey as a chef from the age of 14, this journey turned him into a sought after professional in the hospitality industry. With big commitments, responsibilities and highly stressful job he met the dark side of his career and found in drugs a way to cope with the demands and stress of the profession. After several years battling the addiction with the help of his mentor who was there for him and not just lifted him up and out of this dark and dangerous detour in his journey, but also believed in him. Among chaos there was light, guidance and God.
Jayden Wilson then became the founder and head chef of Rise Up Catering, and his aim is to change ONE MILLION LIVES by 2025. He goes to schools and detention centres teaching children to cook, teaching them about purpose in life and helping them to understand that there is always hope and someone who cares for them and cares for their future. He touches kids’ hearts and changes their lives through food. Every step counts as he opens ways to these children’s future by presenting them an opportunity, hope and career. His positive and caring attitude, his charisma and love are felt through his amazing food creations.
This mission does not come easily; Jayden has being self-funding most of his cooking lessons through his work. He has developed an incredible schedule in order to deliver FOOD WITH A FOCUS to these children. All you need to do to help more and more children is to book Jayden to come to your house and help you and here is how:
Rise Up Catering offers the following services:
Have a chef coming to your house and prepare all the food for you, all foods will be then put in containers. All you have to do is put them in fridge or freezer and enjoy more quality time with family and friends. No stress and no mess. All meals are suitable to freeze so you can enjoy them for weeks!
FOOD WITH A FOCUS – 8 WEEK HOME CHEF COOKING PROGRAM:
Learn about tricks and tips from experienced chefs. Cook meals, apply food presentation techniques and so much more. Also bring a friend along for free. Please do check link above to learn more about this wonderful cooking program.
Wedding Celebrations
Corporate Functions
Private Functions
Kids Friendly
This package is perfect for engagements and romantic dates. Surprise your loved one with an unforgettable experience to be remembered forever.
PLEASE NOTE: All packages have a selection of foods available for you to choose, mix and match.
Meats and Vegetables
Vegetarian and Vegan
Snacks and Treats
I have always believed that what you eat is felt through the love put into the preparation of a meal. I am so glad to present here some of his dishes that I was lucky enough to try. They are amazing dishes cooked with passion, sprinkled with love and dedication all over them. One of the most amazing dishes I have ever tried and believe me I am a food lover who has traveled the world and have experienced around the world gastronomic wonders. Jayden’s dishes deliver the most beautiful fresh produces, picked by him and these dishes were prepared right in front of my eyes. Wow, this is an experience you must try yourself.
And what a joy was to share with the most important people in my life.
Food prepared with love, presented with passion and shared with joy.
All about RISE UP CATERING HERE.
Please do watch my Interview with Jayden Wilson this inspiring Head Chef and founder of RISE UP CATERING.
Wishing you a wonderful week.
Much love
Cris
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Happy Halloween
Halloween is approaching and with it the end of the year 2020 is also coming to an end so with the festive season in mind I put together a selection of dresses that can be worn in
Halloween, Homecoming, Proms, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Weddings.
Many of us buy costumes and never wear them again. It is never too late to start building a closet that is functional, no more clothes that stay at the back of the closets forgotten.
However you can add a pair of wings to the beautiful dresses and wear them again as props for cosplay and weddings.
The Angel Mini Dress is an option that is simple and easy, no additions necessary as the wings are attached to dress. You can wear this dress anywhere in summer, super cute and angelic.
Fairy Dress – this evening gown is just stunning. Who said Halloween has to be scary? Not me. I think Halloween is for dressing up, feeling gorgeous and glamourous or scary and fun. You pick. So why not fairies and princesses?
My last pick is a dress fit for a queen. The Queen of Hearts Red Dress is an exquisite piece of pure glamour and elegance. If you have a Halloween formal function do not hesitate, this is your dress. Make an entrance and stay forever in people’s memories. Trust me you will never be forgotten.
Some gorgeous accessories to help you complete the look.
Now here is a book I wrote a few years ago but only released this year. It is Halloween related, great for the whole family with a great message about the importance of nature. Packed with adventure and excitement I believe it will capture your attention from beginning to end.
An adventure that will take you to the centre of the world. Teenage twin brothers face the most fantastic challenges with the help of the guardians of the forest to accomplish one goal: Save the Planet Earth!
SPIES ON SCOOTERS – THE MYSTERY OF THE SKATE PARK
Ready for Halloween? What are your plans?
much love
xoxo
CRIS
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Lunablue Girl is a store for those who believe in magic. It represents the girl and boy who never give up no matter how hard it gets.
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Sea World Resort – Gold Coast
After a long break, the hotels have their doors once again open to the public and are welcoming visitors. I could not wait any longer, so I checked in one of the most popular hotels on the Gold Coast
I have visited this hotel before, and I keep going back for more as its friendly staff and amazing amenities are always adding up to the reasons I return and do not want to leave.
The hotel is located next to the Sea World Marine Park, one of the most fascinating marine life parks packed with rides and fun learning. The park is easily accessed from the hotel.
One of the most fascinating views of the iconic and popular locations of the Gold Coast can be admired from the hotel.
There are rooms for all budgets, and I was lucky enough to be treated with a room overlooking the pool area and the Broadwater, which is a series of tidal channels separated by the sea. Also, a must visit location while visiting the Gold Coast.
Sea World Resort offers swimming pools with different depths suitable for all ages.
Here you will find an incredible water park, Sponge Bob Light show, kids club and nickelodeon characters.
Families and couples will be delighted with the choices of amazing restaurants, gym, spa and a beauty salon. The restaurants are incredible: Japanese Hatsuhana, Shoreline, Boatshed Bar and Grill, Lobby Lounge, Waterfall Café and in room service. I loved spending time and relaxing at the Lobby Lounge watching the sunset with a delicious creamy cocktail.
Nothing like a golden sun setting behind the horizon reflecting on the Broadwater with shimmering silver dots covering the surface of the water like a blanket of diamonds. Simply unforgettable.
As I checked out, my heart stayed and my memories were taken with me not only forever in mind, but also inside my camera. So I knew I could share the great moments with you, because like they say – Happiness makes more sense when shared with friends.
Wishing you a wonderful month of July, full of adventures and as the world heals we also get the chance to enjoy every moment thankful to be alive and living every second with joy and gratitude.
Thanks for reading and I would love to read your comments and what your thoughts are on this review.
Much love,
Cris
Please note all opinions are my own. Always check websites for updates before visiting locations. Daily travel diary on Instagram @photosbycris.
Photographer: Photosbycris
Hotel: Sea World Resort Gold Coast
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Review of Geometric Patterns & Prints – New York Fashion Week A/W 2021
Hi everyone,
I am so happy to be able to present an article written by Astrid Kingerly an amazing Fashion Designer. Please read article and more about the author below. Enjoy!
About the author:
8 minutes read
Geometric Prints & Patterns
Geometric Textile Designs and Patterns give an edgy and fashionable look to every outfit. No doubt, top designers swear by geometrical patterns to stand out and make a bold move. The runway has seen numerous geometrical patterns and prints which not only starts a trend but also provides tons of inspiration for the new fashion season. The New York Fashion Week saw geometric patterns rule the runway and setting trends for the upcoming season Autumn/Winter 2021.
The New York Fashion Week saw Hermes’ geometrical print and pattern collection in Catwalk and Runway shows. Ready Pattern has gathered information from the designer’s collection and created similar looking patterns and prints for the trend A/W 2021.
Designer Alexander McQueen stunned everyone with bold and strong geometric patterns and prints in the Catwalk and Runway show. Ready Pattern has curated the same trend on it’s platform taking bold geometrical figures as inspiration.
New York Fashion Week Catwalk and Runway Shows had some patterns and print that took us back to the 80’s bringing back Retro in trend. Ready Pattern, following the same trend created designs that are similar to the one’s in the shows.
Geometric Prints and Patterns in Trend
Ready Pattern has surface pattern designers such as Giulio and Gamze who have created patterns and prints keeping the trend in mind. Geometric patterns for the latest collection of Autumn/Winter 2021 were created taking inspiration from the top designers such as Akris’ patterns. Below are some designs which follow the trend.
Latest Geometrical Prints & Designs
Designer Akris brought black and white geometrical patterns and prints to the runway in the New York Fashion Week. Ready Pattern curated the best looking patterns that follow the trend and brings justice to it. Elgin, a surface pattern designer created patterns and prints for A/W 2021 following the latest trend in geometrical patterns.
Vintage Geometric Textile Designs
Missoni is famous for her zig zag geometricals, her print and pattern collection on the runway in the New York Fashion Week was adorned by all. Ready Pattern has followed the trend and has brought patterns and prints below which are similar to the trend.
Trending Geometrical Textile Designs
Missoni’s pattern and print collection and trend was followed by surface pattern designers such as Guilio and Sabine, who create and exhibit their patterns on Ready Pattern. They created designs with colorful and bold zig zags for the upcoming collection of A/W 2021.
Colorful Geometric Designs & Prints
Ready Pattern brings to you latest patterns and prints created by surface pattern designers across the world who follow latest trends taking inspiration from catwalk and runway shows. New York Fashion Week brought a huge trend in bold geometric patterns and set the trend for thousands of designers. Top designers such as Hermes, Akris and Missoni bought the best of their collection, check out Ready Pattern’s similar patterns and prints following the trend.
Deconstructed Geometry is the latest trend analyzed by Ready Pattern Design team from recent fashion Weeks in Feb to March 2020. Expecting a big hit this fall with top brands betting on Abstract Geometric Patterns. We have curated the best prints from this trend so you dont have to go anywhere. Our Premium Studios has curated specially for this trend with FRESH NEW PRINTS. -
Instagram Guide: How to Grow and So Much More
Hi there!
I am so glad you are here, today as I am about to share all I have learnt so far on INSTAGRAM. This amazing Social Media tool is incredible and at the same it can be frustrating and dauting. There is no magic tool like a wand that you move over your feed and a beautiful gallery full of followers will appear before your eyes.
However, there is Hard Work, Persistence, Consistence and Aesthetic.
Welcome to on How to grow your Instagram and so much more eBook. Instagram is constantly changing and sometimes is hard to catch up with all the changes, but in this eBook you will find some great tips on how to grow your Instagram anytime and anywhere. However, keep in mind that you will need to put a lot of effort into achieving results. Ready? So let’s start.
The topics I discuss in my book are:
- Images
- Consistency
- Engagement
- Followers
- Captions
- Cyber Bullying
- Expectations
- Hashtag
- Blocking
- Posts
- Giveaways
- Emojis
- Stories and IGTV
I am so excited to have released it as I can now share with you some great tips.
On a side note Let’s Talk Hashtags! In How to grow your Instagram and so much more eBook I share some great tips on this topic, however I wrote #Fashion – The Ultimate Fashion Hashtag Guide
This eBook is a great addition to the eBook Instagram Guide – How to Grow and Much More! It is specifically for fashion hashtags. It will save you time and help you! You can copy and paste the hashtags, mix and match, etc… There are over 1000 hashtags for you to use! Get your copy now and save time creating and growing your social media!
You find Hashtags for the following:
- FASHION
- FASHION BLOGGER
- MEN’S FASHION
- MEN’S FASHION BLOGGER
- BOHO
- LUXURY
- SWIMWEAR
- FASHION WEEK
- LINGERIE
- BAGS
- SHOES
- JEWELLERY
- THRIFT
GIVEAWAY
To celebrate the launch of Instagram Guide: How to Grow and So Much More I am giving away a copy to a lucky winner. All you have to do is:
FOLLOW MY IG @PHOTOSBYCRIS HERE
The winner will be announced here in my next Blog Post.
BONUS: To all subscribers, to show my appreciation for your support and love you will receive a different Ebook in every newsletter for free. You read it right FOR FREE!
Much Love
xoxo
Cris
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Fashion and Colours
We wake up in the morning, have a shower, open our closets and we are drawn to an outfit!
Blue Bell Sleeve Flare Dress Similar HERE
This process can sometimes be a very long process and sometimes instant. So, why are we drawn to an outfit hanging many times so squashed amongst others? Was our decision made on the outfit alone or could it be influenced by the colour?
Mini Yellow Dress Similar HERE / Straw Hat Similar HERE /
Colours reflect our mood, we let the world know straight away how we are feeling through outfits and colours. Let’s take a look at some colours and what they mean:
Beautiful Purple Dress HERE / Image by Andrew Serov
Purple: This colour comes and goes in the history of fashion. However, it was always a symbol of wealthy as it was worn by many kings and queens. It was exorbitantly expensive to make by using secretion from sea snails until Mr. Perk came along and found a new way to produce it. Thanks to Mr. Perk the world of Fashion now uses purple and anyone can wear the colour.
Black Breasted Coat Similar HERE
Black: This colour is so interesting because it was a colour to wear only when mourning until Chanel presented the world with the LBD (Little Black Dress) making it a all time favourite and at the same time undeniably safe to wear. Every woman must have a LBD in their closets, for those days that you do not know what to wear and you want yet to present yourself with a pinch of sophistication and class.
Red: I believe there is no other colour more attention grabbing than the red colour. Often associated with love and passion, this colour projects energy. Many believe it is so powerful that can cause irritation when exposed to it too often or for a long period of time.
Green Evening Dress Similar HERE
Blue and Green: Are the opposite of red. These colours are calm and relaxing when used in the right shades.
Softer shades of colours will more likely bring the relaxing effect they project. Sky blue, pale yellow, mint, grey, white and so on are colours that will instantly bring a relaxing vibe.
Keeping this in mind, carefully choose what to wear and also when decorating your home or your office. Colours do have a powerful influence on all of us.
Stay Safe! Take care!
Much Love
xoxo
Cris
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Calling all Photographers and Creative Communities!
So, let’s take this opportunity to open our imagination, vision and show the world our best creative selves. Let me introduce to you VIEWBUG.
VIEWBUG is a Photography Platform I have been a member since 2015. This platform has a lot to offer such as:
1. PHOTO CONTESTS
Here you can get involved in some amazing Photography Contests where your work is judged by the best Photographers in the world. If selected you win some fantastic prizes such as the latest cameras, lenses, social media exposure, gift card bundles, photography gear, professional filters and so much more.2. PHOTO CHALLENGES
Launch your own photo challenge or join photo challenges. Either way this is a great way to get inspired and find ideas. You will never get bored.3. LEARN WITH THE VIDEO TUTORIALS
Learn from the best. VIEWBUG is a great media to grow as a Photographer. The tutorials are easy to understand and professional in every sense. This is a library of photography courses. Now is a great time to improve your photography skills.4. CREATE YOUR OWN WEBSITE
That is right. You can build your own website on VIEWBUG! Get your domain and with an easy to build professional look site you can take your career to a new level.
5. DESIGN YOUR LOGO
Make the most of all VIEWBUG has to offer. Design your professional logo! Protect your work.6. SELL YOUR PHOTOGRPAHY
Here you can sell your photography. Easy and simple upload tool. Photos must be a minimum of 4MB to be submitted to the marketplace.
7. GROW YOUR PORTFOLIO
This platform is a great one to harness all your best images in one place. Here you can grow your portfolio and gain exposure all at the same time.8. FOLLOW AMAZING VISUAL ART
Follow your favourite photographers and help one another. Comment on each other’s work, give and receive awards.9. LEARN FROM ONE ANOTHER
Get inspired and inspire others. VIEWBUG is a place where the Photography Community gets together and gets behind one another. Here we help one another by encouraging and supporting each other.10. NOW IT IS YOUR TIME!
I invite you to join the VIEWBUG COMMUNITY! Use this uncertain times to grow as a photographer and visual artist. Show the world your views and your imagination through your images.BECOME A VIEWBUG PRO TO GET UNLIMITED ACCESS TO ALL THE FEATURES AND TOOLS IN THE COMMUNITY!
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I cannot wait to see you at VIEWBUG.
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Alchimie Forever of Switzerland – Self Care through Skin Care
My love for self care has been widely pronounced in my posts. I truly believe that health is a combination of looking after your inner self all the way to the most visible body layer – your skin. I am so happy to have a long term collaboration with Alchimie forever of Switzerland because is a skin care that I trust and love. From the need to help children with painful skin conditions Dr. Luigi L. Polla developed a formula that has helped children and now is famous among people of all ages due to its amazing formulation that does moisturises dry skin and make it glows. This product brings back dull skin to life. I have written an article about Facial Skin Care please READ HERE
Today I am going to focus on Body Skin Care because is important to remember that Body Skin can be forgotten and it is too often over looked as we do tend to focus on the most visible part of the body which is the face. However, there is a time in life that we look at our body and we suddenly get a fright Oh Noo! Why did I not pay attention to this area earlier on? Does this sound like you? No need to panic as it is never too late to remember to love yourself from top to toe, because as Alchimie Forever of Switzerland states “Self Care Through Skin Care” is truly important!
Let me introduce you to DRY SKIN BALM A formula to soften and nourish dry skin. It alleviates discomfort and swelling and it has anti-aging properties. It contains willow bark, watercress, shea butter and jojoba. Apply it to dry areas. The skin care products from Alchimie Forever of Switzerland takes you into a dreamy experience from the excitement of receiving a beautiful box full of goodness, then opening the box and coming across the individual skin care product packaging containing exquisite formulas inside makes my heart beat faster of such excitement. Then comes to open the packaging and being able to smell the product. I have to say that every product smells natural, botanical scents that take me to pure natural surrounds somewhere in the wilderness. Touching the product is another experience because all products do have amazing consistence and it is pleasant to touch.
All products are Vegan, gluten-free, cruelty free, soy-free, free of any genetically modified organisms (GMOs), nut-free and dye-free. Clean and clinical products that is open and honest. The terms used in this brand are easy to understand so you do not feel overwhelmed and lost.
The SOOTHING BODY LOTION nourishes, soothes and calms the skin. It has anti-aging benefits and has antioxidants technologies incorporated to it. It contains lavender, vitamin B5, green tea and rosemary. The smell is quite gentle and when applied to the skin it feels like an instant velvet layer is produced on the surface. Please note that the description of all products are my experience and the translation of my senses. it may differ from one person to the other. This is my view and my experience.
Now the last but for sure not least I tried the OPTIMIZING BODY CONTOUR GEL. It minimizes the appearance of cellulite, firms and tones the skin. Every woman should have one and use as part of the beauty routine. This jar of powerful antioxidants carries mate, guarana, ginger and marine algae. The texture of this gel is light and the smell is soft as well as natural
Alchimie Forever of Switzerland incorporates a whole experience when comes to skin care. From visual to scents to textures to visible improvement of skin. I love what this brand stands for and I am a huge fan of all the products I have tried so far. It is definitely a complete skin care brand, one stop shop skin care products. EXPLORE FULL RANGE OF PRODUCTS HERE
LOVE YOUR SKIN LOVE YOURSELF by ALCHIMIE FOREVER OF SWITZERLAND
XOXO – CRIS