A summer harvest tale of garden tomatoes, herbs and florals blended in perfect harmony ….. I‘ve always been fascinated by the natural world, from childhood summers spent in Portugal on the countryside and on family farms surrounded by the intricate and simplistic beauty of Nature. It’s where I learned the influence, inspiration and life…
Jayden’s TWO-a-Saurus Birthday
The first thing you notice when you meet little Jayden, is his infectious lively spirit and bright smile. The next you’ll learn of his love for animals, which we celebrated for his first birthday with a Noah’s Ark animal theme that was mixed with classic green details for his double baptism celebration. And for his…
Amanda & Andrew’s Classic Green & White Floral Wedding at Nanina’s in the Park
I‘ve certainly have had great luck and joy in working with some truly kind and beautiful couples on their wedding day. Amanda and Andrew, long time loves, are no exception; in fact ask anyone who knows Amanda and they will instantly tell you she is one of the most genuinely kindhearted humans you’d be lucky…
Floral Inspiration :: Creating an Effortless Floral Table Runner using Bud Vases
Is there anything more delightful or as welcoming than a table in full bloom … a table inviting us to simply sit alongside it, to stop and smell the fragrant beauty nature has grown into. The peonies bursting with their sweet scent and delicate petals that wilt as if aging paper, and here merely for…
Floral Inspiration :: Singularity
Singularity. the use of one single bloom, one single color, to create one singular seasonal floral story. at least that is what I’d like to call it. when describing anything as singular, well I’d say that is quiet the compliment. to describe one as singularly anything … Singularity :: noun ; .. The state of being…
Kira & Rui’s Romantic Boho Wedding at the Historic Waterloo Village
What do you get when a kind sweet couple marries at the historical Waterloo Village — a beautiful boho affair filled with so much love, a fun retro photo booth bus, a s’mores and pizza afterparty … and even a surprise visit from some adorable alpacas! It was one of the first heat scorching days…
A Groovy Two’s Birthday with Colorful Sunset Hues
Where keeping disco alive! I didn’t have the intention of creating this much “70’s” related pieces, but I also never need a reason to create and be inspired by one of my favorite eras. And this pretty groovy two’s birthday from November, has patiently been waiting to be shared with you all! It’s always a…
Spring Styling :: A Disco Tea Party
If there was a “party theme” that best describes me, it would be a Disco Tea Party … one filled of soft rainbow hued blooms, a delicate explosion of psychedelic pastels, pretty vintage tea cups and colorful retro drinking glasses happily scattered amongst the disco ball reflections — ready to be filled by whatever spirit…
Floral Inspiration :: The Floral Champagne Tower
Champagne flutes are a more practical choice, but coupés are sexier. They were modeled after Marie Antoinette’s {breasts}. They are the ideal size and shape to deliver pleasure – Timothy from Emily in Paris … well that is the rumor, and the fact that rumor still persists, says something about the perceived sexiness of the…
Ikebana Floral Inspiration :: Winter Blues
Ikebana; the Japanese art of flower arranging that emphasizes form & balance — symbolizing the beauty & essence of all components in Nature working in harmony. Ikebana expresses strong emotions through its four principles of a fresh approach, movement, balance & harmony, while highlighting its three elements; line, color & mass. Ikebana designs use fewer…
