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!