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
A huge Thank You! to Lauren Brooks who offered to document the wreath making class last Monday.
Starting with a fir bough wreath, everyone created a rich arrangement that included clusters of bright berries and fruits, dried seedpods, cones and succulents, holiday spices, woodland gleanings and exotic orchid blossoms.
The results were stunning!
Check out a couple of details of Lauren’s wreath!
Lotus and poppy pods, hazelnuts, lichen, ilex berries, curly willow…
Figs (from Jamie‘s tree – thank you!), lady’s apples, bundled cinnamon sticks,
crab apples, dried orange slices…
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
Come join us for this hands-on class and learn to design a fabulous wreath for the holidays on Monday December 7 or Tuesday December 8. You will take your creation home and will enjoy it for several weeks to come!
Starting with a fir bough wreath, you will create a rich arrangement that includes clusters of bright berries and fruits, dried seedpods, cones and succulents, holiday spices, woodland gleanings and exotic orchid blossoms.
Mon, December 7 or Tues, December 8 6:30 – 9:00pm $75
The Monday class is full, but there is still room in the Tuesday class. Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829
The hands-on classes are limited to 8 students per class and are conducted at Françoise’s Studio – 2754 SE 33rd 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 yourplace in the class.
Gift Certificates Available for All Classes
https://www.francoiseweeks.com/classes/am-sched.html
Come join us for this hands-on class and learn to design eye-catching arrangements for the holidays on Tuesday December 1.
Get inspired to create your own stunning topiaries, textured flower garlands, wreaths,…by incorporating seasonal greens, berries, cones, cinnamon sticks with gorgeous flowers. Discover how to use natural candle holders by wrapping candles with rosemary, cinnamon sticks or foliage.
https://www.francoiseweeks.com/classes/am-sched.html
Candles And Flowers: Setting The Scene For The Holidays
Whether the occasion is an intimate meal or a grander affair, candlelight creates a lovely sense of warmth and atmosphere. Learn how to fashion unique natural candle-wraps, as well as beautifully incorporating candles into wreaths, garlands and other centerpieces. You make a fabulous arrangement and take it home! Tuesday, December 1 6:30 – 9:00pm $75
Joni Shimabukuro
Jamie Bosworth
Courtney Berry
Doug Mac Intosh
What a fun class on Monday; everyone’s wreath was gorgeous! Feast your eyes…
“I had a really wonderful time. It was very rewarding to work on something
creative, spend time with my friend AND have all the tools and materials
set up and ready for me when I got to Françoise’s workshop. Plus, I got to
take home my wreath which I’m sure would have cost me twice as much as the class if I had bought it in the store instead. Françoise’s teaching style
is casual, creative and inspiring. In an hour, she had all of us making
wreaths that looked like they came from a professional! Paulette Carter
Portland, Oregon
Come join us and learn how to design unique seasonal centerpieces for Thanksgiving on Monday November 23 or Tuesday November 24.
Ideas to make arrangements in squashes, eggplants, cabbages, artichokes or vases will abound and you’ll create a stunning cornucopia:
Delight family and friends with a lavish focal point for your Thanksgiving table! This festive harvest arrangement combines a bounty of small fruits, berries and vegetables with flowers and lush foliage. Unique, simple, and colorful!
Monday, November 23 or Tuesday, November 24 6:30 – 9:00pm $75
Here are some examples of what you will learn and more ideas for centerpieces for this holiday. If you would like to order an arrangement for your Thanksgiving table, please call at 503-236-5829
Joni Shimabukuro
A seasonal woodland centerpiece
Here are some examples of beautiful arrangements that students have created in class in the last few weeks. Keep in mind that these ladies had little or no experience with flower arranging. It is so much fun to stand back and watch it all happen…
Mindy & Amber
Amber’s arrangement
