Françoise Weeks

It was such a pleasure to participate in a photo shoot last month. As the set-up was under a lone oak tree, it seemed that a bird’s nest theme would be a fun choice.

Deyla Huss Photography came up with the photo shoot concept and she invited  fabulous vendors to participate:

Decor: Becky Simpson with No Ordinary Affair

Cake:Renae Heineck with  Custom Cakes

Invitations: Angelina Koeppen with Water Lily Invitations

Make up: Jennifer Rand with Face  Body  Beauty

Thank you so much Deyla for the great pictures!

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April 17, 2010

Ceremony and Reception Site: Aquariva

Photographer: Alexis Achten with Jasmine Photography

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A five day wedding workshop is scheduled April 26-30 from 9:30 am to 4:30 (one  hour lunch break)

This workshop is 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 four students to ensure valuable individual attention.

Topics: wedding design, reception flowers, ceremony flowers, personal flowers, outdoor weddings.

Cost: $1,495 for the whole series or $300/day

For information, please call: 503-236-5829 or email: francoise@francoiseweeks.com

Here are some examples of what you will learn:

Eric Cable

Jamie Bosworth

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Jamie Bosworth

Jamie Bosworth

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Flower garlands embellish gazebos, archways, chuppas and partial walls beautifully.

They are striking centerpieces for long tables ; you can also hang small garlands on the chairs  the Bride and the Groom!

Joni Shimabukuro

David Barss

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December 5, 2009

Venue: Art Museum

Photographer: David Barss

Wedding Coordinator: Soiree

Catering: Vibrant Table

Cake: Dream Cakes

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July 25, 2009

Wedding Site: Abernethy Center

Photography: Shannon and Alec Varis with  Redcouch Photography

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June 20, 2009

Wedding site: the Oregon Garden in Silverton

Photographer: David Barss

Wedding Coordinator: Susan Adkins at Class Act Events

Cake: Bittersweet Cakes

A garland, embellished with citrus fruits and bright colored yellow and orange seasonal flowers decorated the archway behind the cake table

The garland that covered the  archway for the ceremony was enhanced with dozens of lemons and mandarins along with amaranthus, jasmine, seedpods and a variety of green texture

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June 27, 2009

Photographer: David Barss

Ceremony site: Leach Botanical Gardens

Reception venue: Avalon Hotel and Spa

Erin and Ken were married in front of the archway; we

hung sheer curtains on both sides and tied them together

with a leaf covered cone, filled with peonies and lots

of seasonal texture

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Flower garlands are so versatile! They make fabulous centerpieces for long, narrow or wide tables and they decorate the chairs of the bride and groom beautifully.

Embellished with flower garlands, entryways and archways look very inviting. Staircases, window sills and the top of half-walls look stunning with such flower decorations. And they are great to brighten up the bar at any event!

Joni Shimabukuro

Thomas Batty

Kristin Lee, Thomas Batty and I collaborated last August; we did the flower and tent decorations for a wedding on top of the parking lot of Hotel Deluxe

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