INSPIRATION BOARDS

The secret is in the DETAILS

Recently I had a lovely Bride send me these STUNNING inspiration boards and I feel inclined to share their beauty. Even though all the photos are not of flowers - right away I can see her sense of style and the vision for her wedding. (Love those glamorous ladies draped by the gates!) It's the extra details she took the time to share with me that will truly make her vision come to life. Again, the secret to creating your ultimate wedding is in the DETAILS. 

I ask all our Brides to bring photos of the dresses and tuxes to the consultation. And color swatches are so very important! How many ways can you envision the color 'claret'? (Swatch please.) Also, we can quickly see your style in your invitations, save-the-dates and even the shoes you're wearing! I know that not every Bride has the time to make elaborate idea boards while juggling work, planning hotel accommodations for all those out-of-town guests, and somehow still having a social life - but even small clips out of magazines or that famous photo of you in your gown (now saved on your phone) standing in the mirror at the bridal boutique, is so very helpful for us. Our goal is to stylize your special day exactly as who you are as a couple and the little DETAILS are key. 

OK. One more because I love this style SO much! What I get out of these boards is that the Bride is a little bit Girlie, but still very confident and classy. She has a designers eye and appreciates fashion and clean lines. Her bouquet is truly her ultimate accessory and will compliment her gown with out even trying.  

We can't wait to design for this wedding! 

A very colorful wedding!

Creekside Wedding - Happy Flowers!

I truly love it when a bride wants to represent her family and the people most important to her in her bouquet. For this bridal bouquet our lovely Bride wanted flowers from her entire bridal party present.

The Bridesmaids carried gorgeous purple calla lilies. The Bride wanted some extra special ribbon treatment on the handles!

The Junior Bridesmaids carried charming Gerber daisy posies. 

The Groomsmen matched the Bridesmaids with more gorgeous Purple callas made by our talented Kim!

OFA Convention

Ohio Floriculture Association

Every year people from all over the world meet up in Central Ohio for the annual Ohio Floriculture Association conference.  I always feel so inspired with new ideas after attending this week long event! 

How fun is this - talk about impact! Dozens of bud vases filled with bold colors and very happy flowers greeted us at the registration table. It hung under an arch of calla lilies and mesh wire. It definitely drew us in!

Kim and I attended several Floral Design workshops and we especially loved this design by Bill Taylor, AIFD. The pitcher plant, although a rather masculine flower, seems so graceful in this design. This would work really well on the front  desk of a hotel lobby or as a centerpiece in a doctors office.

We also found a vendor for the most charming miniature orchids plants! These would be excellent wedding favors. 2" mini blooming plants for your guests to remember your special day! Contact us today for details. 

SUCCULENTS

Succulents, Pitcher Plant & Peonies

 I had so much fun last week with a very special arrangement.

I had a request for a vibrant centerpiece using bright pinks and oranges. 

Instead of using only fresh cut flowers, I incorporated living succulent plants (Sempervivum tectorum) and Kalanchoe plants which add an incredible amount of texture. I'm amazed how important texture is for color and unity. 

I love adding unexpected elements like the fun and handsome Pitcher Plant! (Top, right corner white flower with red veins.) I can't help but think Little Shop of Horror's: "Feed me Seymore!" Although it looks nothing like that plant from the cult classic, it has just as much personality and intrigue. The peonies bring back the charming girlie side and round out the arrangement. 

FRENCH WEDDING

A French Inspired Bridal Bouquet

I absolutely adore all things French. From classic Provencal meals, to the rustic country side and of course the luscious gardens and floral displays, I often find myself smiling and full. One thing the French are famous for is monochromatic designs and simple elegance. I love how timeless and romantic an all white bouquet is. When everything is left to texture and form - I am enchanted!

This bouquet looks like the flowers were gathered straight out of a French garden. Beautiful garden roses, tulips, fragrant stock and lilies and hints of mini variegated pittosporum leaves exemplifies the love and lust of a Paris evening.                          

The subtle gray/blue ribbon gives a wonderful contrast to the cream and white blooms. It is understated yet bold and the perfect end to this charming bouquet!

GARDEN DESIGN

Perennial Garden Design

Recently I was asked to do something very special in tribute of a client's friend's passing. Instead of a traditional sympathy arrangement, she is gifting a memorial garden for the family to plant in their honor. This basket is filled with sun-loving perennials that can be removed and placed into the garden - the gorgeous blooms will return year after year. 

There is something truly remarkable about the serenity and peace that can be found only in a garden. As an avid gardener myself I can think of no better way to honor a loved one and keep their presence with me than with a gorgeous garden planted in their name.

With Memorial Day around the corner, contact me today if you'd like to remember your loved ones in this very special way.  

TEACHER APPRECIATION

Teacher Appreciation Day

What a great way to start the day - peonies, ranunculus, happy yellow roses and flowers farmed under sustainable practices! 


It is Teacher Appreciation Week and tonight a local school is holding a dinner in honor of its very important, excellent teachers! 

I chose to keep the arrangements fun and light-hearted.  While making them I tried to keep in mind the daily life of a teacher and all the joy, excitement, curiosity and laughter that children bring to our lives. I hope it makes them smile when they see them!

Not only are the arrangements full of color and texture, they also have a very funky vase treatment. I took bullion wire and made a net for the vases to fit in. 

A great big THANK YOU to teachers everywhere!