Françoise Weeks

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Magnificent orchid-like toad-lilies, steel-blue viburnum berries,  asclepia and scabiosa seedpods, claw-like grasses, herbs, alchimella, chocolate cosmos and a blend of white beauties…

Photography: Joni Shimabukuro

stunning  toad-lilies!

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June  26, 2010

Photography: Altura Studio

Ceremony: First Baptist Church

Reception: Ocean City

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Foxtail lilies are amongst the most stunning of all bulbous plants. The spirelike flowering stems can be 4-9′ tall. Hundreds of bell-shaped white, pink or yellow blossoms are massed closely in graceful, pointed spikes. They bloom in late spring and are  magnificent in the garden. Perfect, long lasting flowers for dramatic  arrangements!

Photography: Matt D’Annunzio

Hair styling: Mark Putnam

Styling/Wardrobe: Holly Jarvis

Location: Uptown Billiards Club

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Last week I posted pictures of Ariel and Aron’s wedding at the Forestry Center. Here are some pictures of the woodland centerpieces.

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Ariel and Aron were married on March 21, 2010 at the Forestry Center. Her woodland bouquet and the woodland centerpieces were perfect choices for this site.

Photography: Joey Bloom with In Bloom Photography

Decor: Paradym Events

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Here is a fun idea for an arrangement for a long table, preferably 4-5′ wide.  Inspired by a picture that I had seen in a book, I asked Martin to create a long, narrow metal stand, that was about 10″ tall. This way the arrangement stays below eye level and doesn’t  impede conversation across the table. Votive candles also could be incorporated amongst the flowers.

The clematis from the garden was a perfect addition to the viburnum, lilacs, dogwood, hellebore and sweetpeas.

Thank you Linda, from Barclay Event Rentals, for providing the table and linens!

Hand-tied bouquets have been super popular the last decade. Here are some fun alternative ideas:

flowers and feathers!

woodland bouquet; very detailed with texture

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Come join us  for this hands-on class and learn to design a creative  easter basket. You will take your creation home!

Learn how to fashion unique baskets by adding unusual handles to a  container wrapped with leaves.. When finished, your basket will brim with colorful spring flowers and plenty of texture!

Sunday, March 28                                                        2:00 – 4:30pm   $75

Monday March 29                                                       6:30 – 9:00pm   $75

Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829

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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.

Photography by  Joni Shimabukuro

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