Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

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August 14, 2010

Ceremony Site: St Mary’s Cathedral

Reception Site: Waverly

Photographer: Jamie Bosworth

Cake: Dreamcakes

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Date: August 7, 2010

Coordinator: Soiree

Photography: David Barss

Caterer: Simpatica

Cake: Papa Haydn

Rentals: West Coast Productions

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Date: September 18, 2010

Ceremony site: Episcopal Church in Manzanita

Reception Site: Community Center

Photographer: Christina Gilchrist

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August 14, 2010

Ceremony and Reception: Jenkins Estate

Wedding Coordinator: Blush

Photography: Honeysuckle Photography

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July 24, 2010

Venue: Ponzi Vineyards

Photographer:  Fotovitae

Cupcakes: Saint Cupcake

Much of the ceremony was based on Navajo customs and traditions as Nanibaa’ is a member of the Navajo Nation. Chairs were placed in a circle and in the center was an arrangement made on a large piece of bark.

The woodland theme was carried over for the centerpieces.

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Reed College Chapel: the gorgeous woodwork in this very intimate chapel lends itself perfectly for woodland arrangements.

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Foxtail lilies are amongst the most stunning of all bulbous plants. The spirelike flowering stems can be 4-9′ tall. Hundreds of bell-shaped white, pink or yellow blossoms are massed closely in graceful, pointed spikes. They bloom in late spring and are  magnificent in the garden. Perfect, long lasting flowers for dramatic  arrangements!

April 17, 2010

Ceremony and Reception Site: Aquariva

Photographer: Alexis Achten with Jasmine Photography

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The new schedule for the summer classes is up on my website.

http:/francoiseweeks.com/wordpress/classes/

You will learn how to utilize the bounty of the Willamette Valley, whether from backyard gardens,  the local farmer’s market or the grocery. Classes emphasize readily-available materials and common household items to create one-of-a-kind arrangement that are an expression of your unlimited creativity and ingenuity. These classes will change the way you look at your own garden, our abundant landscape and the world around you. Please call early to reserve your place!(503-236-5829).

The hands-on classes are limited to 8 students per class and are conducted at my studio – 2754 SE 33rd Place, Portland, OR 97202. Prices include flowers, supplies, use of tools, and best of all, your creation goes home with you! Receipt of your payment by check or Paypal for the full tuition secures your place in the class. Deposits are non-refundable, but exchanges will be considered.

And if you would like to learn how to do your own wedding flowers, check out the wedding workshop schedule!

Groups Welcome

If you’re thinking of bringing together a group to take one of our classes, we’d like to help you out: If your group is between 5 and 8 people, the organizer receives 50% off their registration price. You may choose from one of the existing classes, or coordinate a time and date of your choosing.

A fun idea for birthday parties, showers or team-building events, call 503 236 5829 to coordinate a time that works best for you and your friends.

Here are some examples of what you will learn:

Seasonal Classes

Woodland arrangements

Joni Shimabukuro

Françoise Weeks

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