Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

“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!

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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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photo: Joni Shimabukuro

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Last weekend the Yard, Garden & Patio Show at the Convention Center was put on by  the Oregon Association of Nurseries.

Karen Schwartz with Calendula Garden Design and Carol Senna with Melingo Studio Landscape Design created the fantastic “Garden to Table” display garden.  For a great description please  read Valerie Easton’s blog, Plant Talk.

Karen invited me to make an edible arrangement for the long, rustic table.

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Kale is such a favorite vegetable to use in arrangements. I love the curly 3d texture and that kale is readily available at the grocery store year around. Simply re-cut the stems and put them in water and they will last for at least a week.

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

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If you’d like to order an arrangement for your sweetheart, please call 503-236-5829 or email by Friday February 10.

photo: David Barss

photo: David Barss

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photo: Diane Ponti

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photos: Joni Shimabukuro

Delight family and friends with a beautiful centerpiece for this special holiday!  Using a hollowed pumpkin, create a festive harvest arrangement by learning to mix small fruits and vegetables with flowers, foliage, and berries.  Unique, simple, and colorful!

You will also learn many other ways to combine fruits, vegetables, flowers and texture for more delightful centerpieces.

 Monday, November 21                                                  6:30 – 9:00pm   $75

To make reservations, please call 503-236-5829

http://francoiseweeks.com/classes

The hands-on classes are limited to 8 students per class and are conducted at Françoise’s Studio – 2754 SE 33^rd Place.  Prices include flowers, supplies, use of tools, and best of all, your creation goes home with you!  Receipt of your check (or payment with Paypal) for the full tuition secures your place in the class.

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I'm excited to let you know about a gift package offer just in time for Mother's Day!

 

I've partnered with Joni Photo , Andrea Fisk Skincare and A List Hair Studio and we've put together this FABULOUS FIVE Gift Package!

 

Mother's Day is May 8th but why wait until the last minute to shop.  This package covers all the bases: flowers, beauty treatments, a portrait session and notecards so she can write all her friends about receiving this perfect gift package!

 

This package is valued at $420 but is offered at just $199 for a limited time.  Only 10 packages are available at this price and you have until Monday May 2 to purchase.  But again, why wait?  At this price, this offer is bound to sell out!  For more details and to purchase this package, click the following link:  FABULOUS

 

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

 

photo: Joni Shimakukuro

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Jessica Hill

 

 

 

 

 

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