These were very fun projects!
The large square tables were decorated with 4 medium square vases. The bride liked an organic look: each vase was filled with a club moss plant – the dirt showed – and a phaelonopsis orchid stem was secured with a small piece of raffia to a thin branch. Some brown hypericum berries were added on […]
“Klein maar fijn” my grandmother used to say – which means: “small but exquisite” To this day, I prefer exquisite and delicate flowers to large and bold ones and I’ve always really enjoyed making smaller, detailed arrangements. Here are some examples that I did for an event; the diameter of the vases is about 2″ […]
Earlier this month I did the flower arrangements for the opening night of “Modern Bride”, a photographic exhibit, hosted by Sarah Wizemann, the owner of Lille Boutique. Wedding photography from Jamie Bosworth, Aisha Harley, Rebekah Johnson and Bryan Wolf – all of them are award winning local photographers – was displayed at Lille Boutique. This […]
Topiares are often great choices for buffet tables: they are tall and striking, yet they don’t take up much space. Sometimes the bride prefers a more traditional arrangement in a vase. If you selected a woodland theme, log arrangements look fabulous! These bright topiaries were made in low back urns Tall blue delphiniums ‘grow’ out […]
In every culture around the world, wreaths always have been associated symbolism of eternal love. They can be designed around walls and doors and used in a variety of ways as centerpieces. Or they can be worn as head dresses by brides or flower girls alike. This wreath, covered with dahlias, roses, chocolate cosmos, scabiosa, […]
There are still a few spots available for the class next week Thursday, April 9. You will learn how to make variety of fun and creative arrangements for the holiday and you’ll have a fabulous time making your own flower basket! The class is from 6:30-9:00 at my home studio. Please call (503-236-5829) to reserve […]
Fruit adds a great textural dimension to the flowers; they can be used to add interest to containers and/or they can be added in the arrangement. A wreath covered with flowers sits on the rim of a compote, filled with scrumptious summer fruits.
January 8th, 2008 Photographer: David Barss http://www.davidbarssphotographer.com Coordinator:Molli Barss http://www.bonsoiree.com Venue:University Club http://www.uclubpdx.com Association of Bridal Consultants http://www.oregonabc.com