Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

Hellebore are a true treasure in winter and early spring gardens. They bloom for months and just like hydrangeas, they change colors as they mature. They also are a fabulous cut flower!

photo: Ted Mishima

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Two weeks ago Schoolhouse Supplies, an organization that connects members of the community with students in over 130 schools throughout the Portland Public School district, had it's annual fundraiser at the Portland Art Museum.  OnPoint sponsored the Celebrity Bee benefit. The fundraiser was a huge success!!!!

It was a pleasure to sponsor the flowers for this special event. Joni Shimabukuro was the photographer extraordinaire! Joni has such a keen eye and her images always reveal the most minute details.

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Joni Photo

Joni Photo

Joni Photo

Autumnal Wreath: Gleanings From The Forest Floor

Rough bark, cushiony moss, lichen-encrusted twigs, bright berries, and small fruit from apple and pear trees reflect the abundance of the Pacific Northwest landscape. This eye-catching textural wreath provides a classic welcome at the door – or a beautifully seasonal centerpiece.

            Monday, November 5                                                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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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, October 29       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 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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photo: Ted Mishima

Come and join us for this textural class!

With their striking forms and subtle colors, succulents are valuable design elements in our gardens. They also offer an enticing range of texture in flower design. Discover how these luscious plants enhance your flower arrangements. Later, replant the succulents and enjoy them in your garden or containers!

Monday July 16         6:30 – 9:00pm             $75

Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829

http://francoiseweeks.com/seasonal-design-classes/all-about-texture-magical-succulents

photo: Françoise Weeks Studio

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photos: Françoise Weeks Studio

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photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Jamie Bosworth

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Hellebore, viburnum, lilly-of-the-valley, solomon seal,poppy pods, berries, succulents, ferns, tillandsias, alchimella, lichen, figs, leucodendron, maidenhair,…

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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!

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