Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

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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photos: Joni Shimabukuro

Bring the outside in and learn how to force blooming branches! Quince, cherry branches or forsythia arranged by themselves en masse look dramatic. Learn how paired with other spring flowers like daffodils, tulips, hellebore and hyacinths they make exquisite arrangements. Come and join us for this fun class that will remind you that spring truly is around the corner!

Monday February 20                                              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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A selection of these small woodlands would also  be perfect for long, narrow tables or for mantle decorations, or for the guestbook table, or…

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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!

Monday, November 22 or Tuesday, November 23    6:30 – 9:00pm   $75

Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829

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Location: West End Theater

Event Coordinator: Kerry Garrow with Signature Weddings & Events

Rentals: Barclay Event Rentals

Caterer: Mezzaluna

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September 18, 2010

Ceremony: Ecola State Park in Cannon Beach

Reception: Surfsand Resort

Wedding Coordinator: Mandi Downs with  Champagne Wedding and Event Coordination

Photography: Melissa Tomeoni with Soulmates Photography

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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 November 8  or Tuesday November 9          6:30 – 9:00pm             $75

Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829

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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 artichokes and eggplants, 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, November 1 or Tuesday, November 2        6:30 – 9:00pm   $75

Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829

http://francoiseweeks.com/wordpress/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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These small, yet spectacular orchid-like blooms are a very favorite in the fall! This shade plant flowers in our gardens and the speckled flowers are pure eye candy that will last up to two weeks as a cut flower. Paired with metallina roses and soft green texture, these little gems shine!

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