Last Sunday was another fabulous collaboration with Ted Mishima! Model extraordinaire Heather Irish Collins joined us.

A few more examples of whimsical bouquets! The base can be covered with feathers, striking foliage like begonia leaves or kale, petals, or whatever strikes your fancy. To disguise the handle you can glue on  feathers or foliage as well and if you like those can be super-imposed with pearls, bullion wire etc… photo: Lauren […]

Flower garlands, flower wreaths, flower spheres, flower cones,… take your pick and have fun with it all! Green Door Photography photo: Jessica Hill  

Altura Studio photo: Altura Studio

photos: Elijah Park, Joni Shimabukuro, Ted Mishima In this new workshop on Botanical Couture  you will learn the mechanics behind creating sumptuous designs that mimic objects in our everyday lives. Ornate purses, shoes and headpieces will expand the way you think about flowers! Françoise shares the techniques she has honed in the creation of these […]

  photos: Evrim Icoz Wedding/Event Workshops are intensive and inspiring, providing insights and techniques developed over many years of European floral design. Classes begin with a lecture and presentation, where your input and questions are welcomed. After a demonstration of floral techniques and mechanics, you will design your own pieces. You will hone your artistic […]

photos: Joni Shimabukuro Wedding/Event Workshops are intensive and inspiring, providing insights and techniques developed over many years of European floral design. Classes begin with a lecture and presentation, where your input and questions are welcomed. After a demonstration of floral techniques and mechanics, you will design your own pieces. You will hone your artistic talents, […]

June 26, 2010 Venue: Jenkins Estate Photographer: Mount Burns Bakery: Crave Bake Shop The theme of this fabulous wedding was Strawberry Moon and the couple was interested in a classic style. They were married on a perfect summer day at the beautiful Jenkins Estate. Thank you Mount for the great pictures!  

Musing about elegant and out-of-the-box centerpieces?  Botanical shoes would be a fabulous solution! Or consider wearing luscious shoes decorated with feathers, texture and  tillandsias for a special event or your  wedding.  And  coordinate them with a flower purse or a whimsical bouquet.