Isn´t It Delicious?

1. The tiny little piece of cake fell over., 2. 57.365 : Would you like a piece of cake?, 3. piece of cake, 4. Day 203 (July 22nd): Piece Of Cake

Chocolate cake, that is. I tried a new recipe this past weekend and it was very, very yummy! The recipe was THIS one.

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Have a wonderful Tuesday!

Something Sweet! {Moodboard}

This week, I bring you some sweet finds, handmade by European artisans. Enjoy them and have a great and lovely week! :)

French Milled Pure Rose Petal Soap with Exotic Boquet Scent
Felted Lily ... pink fantasy... brooch
Aragonesa Purple Porcelain Ring With Delicate Flower Decoration
Loving Blue Cats on Children's T-shirt

More beautiful finds at Fleurfatale´s blog.

My Creative Space: Red

Today I´m trying to finish a new design with red stones. It´s a necklace made with silver plated chain and Swarovski crystal.

Also, I managed to make an entry for this week´s European Street Team Challenge, which is this ring:

More creative spaces at www.kootoyoo.com

Deco-Ideas: Flowers To Decorate Your Table

Here I bring you today some beautiful ideas to decorate your table. A floral centerpiece can look wonderful for any occasion, so they are a great option. These are some of my favorite ideas:

I hope you have enjoyed them!

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Pictures source: clicking on the photos

Dawn {Photo Mosaic}

1. Dawn*, 2. Beautiful Dawn, 3. Holkham Dawn, 4. Gate of winter dawn

Every dawn is a new beginning, a new chance to live your life and do the things you have always wanted to do. Every dawn is full of emotions, desires, hopes and dreams. Enjoy your day today!

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"Enchanted" Style {Moodboard}

When I was a little child, I used to love watching fairytale movies, with princess, wizards, evil witches, gnomes... A couple of weeks ago, I watched "Enchanted" (Amy Adams) by chance and

made me remember those times when I loved spending time reading "The Cinderella" or watching "Beauty and the Beast"...

Therefore, my moodboard today is dedicated to the world of gnomes and fairies:

Elvina The Fairy Of Friendship Polymer Clay Figurine

kissing frogs ACEO 4/50

Garden Gnome in Moss Necklace

Le petit chaperon rouge - digital art Print

You can find more European finds at FleurFatale´s blog.

Have a great week! :)

"Simon´s Cat"

Yesterday, I found this amazing video browsing one of my favorite websites. I loved it so much that I had to know if there were more videos like this one, and yes, there are!

If you ever had a cat, I´m sure you have recognized all these behaviours, which are between funny and really annoying.

You can watch more funny videos of Simon´s Cat in his Youtube Channel. Also, take a look at his website: http://www.simonscat.com/

Have a wonderful weekend!

My Creative Space: Blue

This week, my creative space is full of blue beads. I´m planning to make several pieces from the crystals you can see in the first picture.
And if last week you were curious about the jewels I was making with the stones shown on my last Creative Space, here is one of them, the Sinueux ring:

I hope you liked my creative space this week, and take a look at more fantastic creative spaces at www.kootoyoo.com

Smile! {Photo Mosaic}

1. A Million Rupee Smile V 0.01, 2. SmILe, 3. Kitty Smile, 4. A gambian smile, 5. Moving this up since it was in BARK magazine this month :) A big SMILE & Happy Fathers Day to all our Flickr Friends!, 6. Smile

Smiling is so important! Never understimate the power of a big smile, it will cheer you up and make you feel better, even if you are feeling a bit down. So my mosaic this week is dedicated to everyone who loves smiling, laughing, being happy, share the joy, and also to all those who need a bit of happiness in their lives.

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And don´t forget to smile today! :)

What "Summer" Would Wear... {Moodboard}

Recently I watched a wonderful movie called "500 Days Of Summer", starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt ("Inception") and Zooey Deschanel ("Yes Man"), and I noticed the particular and lovely style of one of the main characters: Summer. So I thought, "what would she wear on a regular day?" and here are some finds that I think she would love:

Taj Mahal Pouch

Seersucker Bubble Dress

Bicycle inner tube flower bobby pins, gold color.

Knit cotton skirt in black, celadon, light taupe and grey

More finds at FleurFatale´s blog.

By the way, I totally recommend watching this movie, it´s a bit heart-breaking but really beautiful.

Happy week! :)

New Website Design!

http://www.leelabijou.com/ has suffered a complete change, not only in the design department but also in the contents.

Now there is a NEWS section, that will be frequently updated. You can see my portfolio or read more about LeelaBijou. Also, if you want to contact me you can do it through this form, or if you are interested in knowing more info about wholesale options, you can contact me through this one.

I invite you to take a peek at the new look of my website! :)

Also, don´t forget to enter my giveaway! More info HERE.

Happy Weekend!

My Creative Space: Stones

This week I´m working on a new technique I have learned recently and in my desk you can see right now a lot of small Swarovski crystal stones, like the ones on the picture.

I have finished several pieces and they will be in my shops soon, so stay tune! :)

See more creative spaces at http://www.kootoyoo.com/

Modern Buildings {Photo Mosiac}

1. Modern Buildings, 2. Deep blue: Modern architecture, 3. England - London: Imposing, 4. Technology Curve

Magnificent towers, misterious reflections, impossible shapes...I love modern buildings.

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Electric Blue {Moodboard}

Being blue one of my favorite colors, I guess it´s normal that when I look for something to buy, I always tend to search for blue items first. Consequently, my wardrobe is full of blue! So if blue is your addiction too, here are some European finds in this wonderful color:

Handmade Dark Blue and White Clutch with heart brooch

Fully Reversible Modern Everyday Canvas Tote Handbag

water babe ...... limited edition 4/25

Electric Turquoise Blue

Looking for more European finds? Visit FleurFatale´s blog!

New Newsletter And Giveaway!

After so many time looking for a nice and pleasant way to coordinate a fancy newsletter for the subscribers to read, finally I found a platform that allows me to do what I had in my mind!

So I would like to invite you to join to my new and fresh Newsletter! :)

What will you find in the inside of every e-mail?:

• A quick update of the new designs available in my shops.


• Special offers to purchase in my shops (free gifts, free shipping,...).


• Exclusive discounts, only for the Newletter subscribers! :)


• Have you missed the blog? Interesting posts will be briefly featured!


• Tutorials, interesting (and/or funny!) videos, shopping finds, gift ideas.


• Important news.


• Exclusive giveaways every month! Only for the subscribers!!

And to celebrate the "birth" of this Newsletter, a GIVEAWAY!

Among the new subscribers of this month, it will be raffled:

-2 sets of hairpins (you choose the color!)

- 20% discount voucher!

If you want to join the Newsletter and the Giveaway:


Sign up for our free newsletter!


Have a wonderful weekend!

My Creative Space: Small Rings

This week, I would like to show you a new type of rings I´m making lately: smaller versions of my Delicate Chessboard rings. Also made in sterling silver as the originals.

Also, I´m working on a big change for my website that you will see in 1-2 days!

For more creative spaces this week, visit www.kootoyoo.com

Happy day! :)

My Favorite Destination {Photo Mosaic}

1. Las cuatro Torres de Madrid., 2. Templo de Debod - Madrid, 3. Madrid Gran Via, 4. Madrid, calle ferraz - farola (HDR)

The host of the weekly mosaic game, Mitsy, asked to this week´s participants to pick a destination for their mosaic, their favorite destination. I have to say, I have too many favorites but maybe because I came back there this Summer, I have chosen Madrid (Spain).

This city is not only beautiful but magical; I love the people, the buildings, the ambiance...

Want to know what other destinations have been chosen by the mosaic players this week? Go to www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com :)

Being Cute...{Moodboard}

Not me, hehe... Cute are this wonderful creatures I found this week. They are so lovely... These are handmade by European artisans:

Bella The Summer Bunny - Polymer Clay Figure Memo Holder
Ellen - the tiny black cat
Handmade Dark Brown Gonk
Deer, you're blue Dangling Earrings
Grey Amigurumi Kitty
Belle Mouse - Cute felt ornament by TheHouseofMouse
3 Needle Felted Bees 2
Wooden Brooch - Golden Smiling Cat

For more European finds, visit fleurfatale!
Happy Week!