Archive for the ‘Flowers for events and holidays’ Category

Flower Towers and Log Arrangement at the Benson

Thursday, November 22nd, 2012

in October I participated in a bridal show at the Benson Hotel. The Wedding Experience  was a luxurious mock wedding,  produced by Simon and Megan Blanco.

Last week I posted photos of the botanical shoes and purses for the bistro tables; here are some images of the flower towers and the log arrangement in the lobby.

A huge thank you for these great pictures  to Mario with Falcusan Photography

 

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Grasses!

Thursday, June 21st, 2012

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Jamie Bosworth

 

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Living Succulent Purse

Thursday, June 14th, 2012

A couple of weeks ago I got an order for a botanical purse – I've made many for weddings and events. But this time there was a specific request: it needed to last for a long time. Succulents were the answer – but there were some new mechanics involved, because simply gluing the succulents on the purse frame, was not going to keep these little guys alive. Their little roots needed to be in soil!  As I have a shade garden, I don't have much experience with growing succulents. After some research I finally came up with a solution for this project. It took quite a while to finish it, but I learned a lot and know that next time it will go much faster!

photos: Françoise Weeks Studio

living succulent purse 2, Françoise Weeks

living succulent purse 1, Françoise Weeks

 

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Flower Garland with Burgundy Peonies

Monday, June 11th, 2012

This was one of 3 flower garlands that I made for an event. So many  spring flowers and textures to select: from the bold peonies to the delicate columbine.  And here are some others: astrantia, scabiosa, kangoroo paws, weigelia, viburnum, blueberries, cerinthe, kale, sweet william, cymbidium, black baccara roses, leukodendron, amaranthus, succulents, moneyplant, thistle, ferns, …

photos: Françoise Weeks Studio

a amaranthus, columbine, peonies, cerinthe, kale, blueberries, astrantia, Françoise Weeks

peonies, astrantia, kanguroo paws, texture, Françoise Weeks

 

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Color Palette: Butter Yellow, White & Green

Thursday, June 7th, 2012

Beach themed flower arrangements with seashells, colored sand and votives

ale yellow, white and green arrangement in container filled with colored sand, Françoise Weeks

ale yellow, white and green arrangement with garden roses, lilac, kalanchoe in container filled with colored sand, Françoise Weeks

 

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Woodlands for Event at Methven Family Vineyards

Thursday, May 31st, 2012

The WCWP meeting, organized by Becky Timmons with No Ordinary Affair, took place at Methven Vineyards. As always, it was a great networking opportunity!

Thank you Paul Rich for the great pictures!

woodland with lilac, hellebore, succulents, weigelia,iris, Methven Vineyards, Françoise Weeks

woodland with lilac, hellebore, succulents, weigelia,iris, ferns, cerinthe, Methven Vin

 

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Woodlands for 50th Birthday Party

Monday, May 28th, 2012

Woodland arrangements for 50th Birthday party at the  Ecotrust Building.

Coordination by Mindy with Class Act

 

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“The Power of the Purse” fundraiser at the Portland Art Museum

Thursday, March 15th, 2012

“The Power of the Purse” fundraising dinner at the Portland Art Museum on March 9th was a benefit for GirlsInc. The  mission of this incredible organization  is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold.

Cindy Thompson  Event Productions explains what the fundraising dinner is about: “The Power of the Purse is not your standard fundraising dinner. In the months prior the event, Portland’s most notable leaders, artists, entrepreneurs and philanthropists worked with local purse designers creating the handbag of their dreams.
Each piece was a unique work of art that was auctioned off during a live fashion show showcasing the fabulous handbags, the creative individuals who inspired their design, and the bright stars of the evening-Girls Inc. girls The Power of the Purse auction and dinner raises money to support Girls Inc., Portland’s local non-profit that supports girls in need to recognize their potential, honor their resiliency, and believe in themselves.”

Cindy asked if I could donate flower purses for the bistro tables; it was my pleasure to be able to contribute to this event.

A huge thank you to Joni Shimabukuro for the pictures!

fushia flower purse with cymbidiums,roses, hyacinths and moss 1, Portland Art Mu

fushia flower purse with cymbidiums,roses, hyacinths and moss, Portland Art Muse

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Botanical Couture for Event Cosmetics at the Nines

Monday, March 12th, 2012

Last month Katherine Sealy, owner of Event Cosmetics, asked if I could create some botanical couture for her display case at the bridal show at the Nines. The bridal show was sponsored by Portland Bride&Groom Magazine. That day, Katherine launched the Diamant Fragrance from the French Company Fragonard for brides, as a fine European scent available exclusively at Event Cosmetics studio locations.

Thank you Ara  with Aralani Photography for the great pictures!

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Elderberries

Monday, February 27th, 2012

botanical shoe with elderberries and texture 4, Françoise Weeks

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

botanical shoe with kale and blackberries, Françoise Weeks

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