Archive for the ‘Urban Woodlands’ Category

Woodland Fairy Gardens

Thursday, December 20th, 2012

 

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Holiday Wreath with Woodland Gleanings

Monday, December 17th, 2012

 

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Woodland Arrangement with Pansy Orchids

Thursday, November 29th, 2012

Thank you Joni for the fabulous pictures!

 

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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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Arrangements for Lauren and Lincoln’s Baby Shower

Monday, October 15th, 2012

Thank you Lincoln for the great pictures!

 

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Hands-on Class is the Studio: Woodland Arrangements

Thursday, July 26th, 2012

Come join us  for this hands-on class and be inspired by the botanical treasures of the Pacific Northwest! Begin this textural arrangement with lichen-covered branches and moss. Mix in seedpods and berries, miniature fruits and vegies, lush foliage, succulents, fragrant herbs and seasonal flowers. Gather ideas to express your creativity and learn to work with natural materials  found in your own garden. You will take your creation home!

Monday, August 6        6:30 – 9:00pm   $75          

Call to reserve your space @ 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 33rd 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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Nicandra Pods

Thursday, April 19th, 2012

Nicandra is a coarse, erect annual that is native to Peru. It belongs to the nightshade family and can become quite invasive. In early summer, the plants are adorned with 1½ inch  solitary violet bell-shaped flowers with white centers; the delicate blossom, similar to morning glory,  are very short lived but the seedpods are a favorite in arrangements – some are green, some are black and green.

Joni Photo

Joni Photo

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Begonia Foliage

Monday, March 26th, 2012

Plantsmith Nursery  is a begonia hybridizer in Scotts Mill, OR. The gorgeous foliage of their beautiful plants adds wonderful texture to any design!

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

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Devon & Abraham

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

Wedding Date: February 11, 2012

Location: venue in Astoria

Photographer: Daniel Stark

Such a fun winter woodland wedding!

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Urban Woodlands with Orchids

Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

 

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