Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

photo: Becca Dryer

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Britni, the manager at Nambe, asked to provide a selection of wedding flowers for an event last weekend. This month, they will feature a wedding vendor every Sunday. Nambe, located in Bridgeport Village,  offers an amazing wedding  registry including ‘timeless alloy, dinnerware, flatware, and full-lead crystal designs. Handcrafted with structural and artistic integrity, their pieces endure and perform with grace.’

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photos: Jamie Bosworth & Joni Shimabukuro

Explore the many possibilities the woodlands have to offer and be inspired by the botanical treasures of the Pacific Northwest! Françoise’s absolute love for this style of arrangement stems from her time spent as a child in Switzerland. Foraging for a piece of wood or bark and moss and adding some wildflowers, she would make arrangements for her Mother while on summer hikes with her family in the Alps. Her woodland fairy creations have since bloomed into unique centerpieces and bouquets using the foliage of the Northwest as her muse. Detail is paramount in these layered, intricate creations. Gather ideas to express your creativity and learn to work with woodland materials found in nature!

Woodland 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, and will be encouraged to listen to your intuition and further your own vision. Classes are limited to five students to ensure valuable individual attention.

Dates: Monday May 7, Tuesday May 8, Wednesday May 9

Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)

Where: At Françoise’s Studio

Cost: $1,300 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due April 30th.

For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website

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A couple of months ago I made some botanical shoes and centerpieces for a fundraiser organized by Schoolhouse Supplies at the Portland Art Museum. Not only did Joni take wonderful pictures, she also surprised me with this fun short video.
Thank you Joni!!!

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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Wedding Date: February 11, 2012

Location: venue in Astoria

Photographer: Daniel Stark

Such a fun winter woodland wedding!

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Photographer Lauren Brooks asked if I could provide a couple of bouquets for a workshop that she taught with another photographer a couple of weeks ago. Thank you Lauren for the great pictures!

These bouquets are made in custom made wire cage, which is embellished with bullion and thin aluminum wire, pearls, feathers and wired blossoms. One of the handles is decorated with rose petals, wire and pearls; the other one with foliage and string of pearls.

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“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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photos: Robert McNary

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, and will be encouraged to listen to your intuition and further your own vision. Classes are limited to five students to ensure valuable individual attention.

Dates: Monday April 16, Tuesday April 17, Wednesday April 18

Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)

Where: At Françoise’s Studio

Cost: $900 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due April 2nd.

For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website

The Wedding Workshop is the most valuable investment I’ve made in my start up business as a floral designer. — Lori Eschler Frystak, Los Angeles, CA

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