I am grateful to share these gorgeous photos from Morgan Marie Photography from Morgan and Andrew's September wedding. If you missed the blog post the first time around, you can see that HERE. Just be sure to jump back to see these gorgeous photos! Isn't this color palette amazing?! I love the blend of the bridesmaid dresses and the way the burgundy and golden
Selecting Flowers
Winter Flower Subscription
Ask and you shall receive. A few of the summer flower subscribers have asked for another subscription option and I am here with good news. I will be offering weekly and bi-weekly flower subscriptions for the months of January, February, and March. The subscriptions are available to purchase by the month and also make great gifts. I will be choosing seasonal
A Blush + Burgundy Wedding
While setting up for Kristen and Bradley's wedding, one of my assistants asked if delivering the bouquets was my favorite part of the day. Truthfully, it's sometimes. Some times I can sense stress or high emotions in the room and I know that it is best to leave the flowers and quickly leave to let the wedding party get back to getting ready. Sometimes I don't actually see
A Colorful Summer Wedding
August is one of the prime months for flowers. EVERYTHING is blooming in a riot of color. When Megan said she wanted colorful flowers for her early August wedding to contrast against light blue dresses, I was ready. We picked up the light blue of the bridesmaid dresses with the periwinkle delphinium and added just about every color except red to set it
Flower Bio – Zinnias
Zinnias are one of the quinessential summer flowers. People who do not know their name, would probably still recognize them and their bright color and happy face. Did you know that there are many, many varieties of zinnias? They come in different heights, shapes, and colors. Double blooms, single blooms, cactus style... There is a zinnia for everyone. Zinnias are
Prom Flower Inspiration
I organized a prom inspiration photo shoot a few weeks ago. I have been ready to post about it for awhile but I put it on hold in wake of the recent health news. I feel terrible for the high school seniors who are missing their final school dance. The bright point is that Paparazzi is organizing a city wide prom to be held at a later date. Regardless of whether or not
Why I Choose to Design without Floral Foam
I was completely foam free in 2019 and am proud of that accomplishment. There are many reasons why florists are choosing to design without floral foam but the number one reason is because of its environmental impact. Floral foam is that green brick that you have most likely seen flowers arranged in. It makes designing simple. Stems stay where you put them,
2019 Year End Review
I love a good year end review. It's always fun to look back and think, "That was almost a year ago?" or "That was this year? It seems so long ago!" So, here are a few fun facts, favorite creations, and insight on what is ahead for 2020. My biggest accomplishment this year is that I STARTED A FLOWER FARM!!! This falls under the category of, "I've only been doing this
A Year in Flowers
I listen to a lot of podcasts. During 2018, I was listening to my favorite podcasts (SLOW Flowers, for anyone interested) and the host and designer being interviewed were talking about a series of photo shoots she had designed at the same venue but during each season to show what flowers and foliages are available during a particular time. Seasonality can change the style
A Fall Wedding with Cool Colors and Succulents
I love succulents. They have been trending for several years and I hope the trend doesn't end. I love the texture they add and many varieties available. Keri and Drew's mountain themed wedding reception this past Saturday was filled with texture. The couple married earlier in the year in Colorado and came back home for a reception. They brought their current Coloradan
