About

Welcome to Our World of Inspiration and Passion

Step through the door of Periwinkle and you’ll find yourself in a little world where creativity dances, colours sing, and imagination is always welcome.

Periwinkle is a gorgeous navy and white villa sitting proudly in the heart of Leeston, and since 2014 it has been a place where magic is made one birthday, one craft, and one smiling child at a time. Founded by Kim Brownlee, Periwinkle was created from a love of colour, creativity, and the joy that comes from making something special with your own hands.

From the moment you arrive, Periwinkle invites you to slow down, dream a little, and let your creative spirit lead the way. Our craft classes are designed for children and adults alike, because we believe creativity belongs to everyone no matter your age or ability. With gentle guidance, plenty of encouragement, and lots of laughter along the way, each person is given the time and freedom to explore, experiment, and create something uniquely their own to take home and treasure. 

But where Periwinkle truly sparkles is in our enchanted birthday parties.

Each party is lovingly themed around the birthday child and transformed into their own dream fantasy setting. There may be crafting, bubbles floating through the air, presents being opened, children dressed in their finest fancy dress, and plenty of happy chatter and laughter. Face painting is always a favourite, and we capture the magic with birthday photos to remember the day.

We love encouraging families and guests to join in the fun, making the celebration feel warm, interactive, and full of shared joy. As the party draws to a close, every child leaves clutching a special handcrafted treasure a little piece of magic to remind them of a day they’ll never forget.

Food can be organised and delivered on the day through our trusted local catering company, or you are welcome to bring your own. You choose the options that suit your celebration, and we take care of the rest. There’s no mess for you, just a beautifully prepared space filled with wonder, ready for your group to enjoy.

Behind the scenes (and often covered in paint, glitter, or smiles!) are the three women who bring Periwinkle to life.

Kim, the heart and soul of Periwinkle, is a florist with a lifelong love of colour, creating, and teaching craft. As a proud local grandmother, she finds her greatest joy in transforming spaces into magical worlds and watching children’s faces light up especially after a swirl of paint and a look in the mirror. 

By her side is Annette, her right-hand lady and fellow grandmother. Annette has a wonderful gift for organisation and design and believes every celebration needs just the right touch of sparkle. Her calm presence and creative eye help turn each party into a beautifully flowing, magical experience.

Adding a youthful creative sparkle is Arwyn, whose love of art, musical theatre, and dance brings another layer of magic to Periwinkle. Ballet is her speciality, and she delights children by dressing up in themed costumes from fairies to mermaids and sharing her love of dancing, crafting, and imaginative play.

All three of us are proud locals of Leeston, and our magic travels beyond the villa too. We host in-house parties, attend community events throughout the Selwyn and Christchurch areas, and visit private family celebrations and corporate functions bringing Periwinkle’s colour, creativity, and joy wherever we go.

We truly love our store, the parties we create, and the beautiful moments that unfold within our walls. Periwinkle is more than a place, it’s an experience, a memory, and a little pocket of magic. Come and feel inspired by the uniqueness of our world.