The sky was bright blue, the sun shining, a welcoming brisk breeze filled the air…it was definitely a picturesque Autumn day to celebrate the marriage of Jane and Michael! If the beautiful weather wasn’t enough of a lovely sign, then the calmness of the day certainly was. Longtime friends, family from near and far gathered…
Wedding Planning Essentials :: How to Have an Intimate & Intentionally Meaningful Wedding
Because of this catastrophic pandemic, Weddings were not only impacted on the career front for professionals, but more importantly affected all livelihoods; plans, dreams, goals and just about everything! It has become a time of stillness, one of worry and uncertainty — the grief of loved ones but of our lives, of all the things…
Floral Inspiration :: A Bright + Colorful Arrangement Inspired by Dutch Floral Still-Life Paintings
It is quite unlike me to be madly in love with a bright and colorful floral arrangement, but there is something so magical, so ethereal about this piece that it has become one of those cherished and special creations. Every element and moment was perfection; from the perfectly bloomed Cherry Brandy Roses and delicately blush…
Ana & Jonathan’s Classic Vintage Inspired Wedding at The Crystal Plaza
1 Corinthians 13:4-5: “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” When I think of life, I think of how fragile it can be and…
DIY Flower Crowns :: Using Real + Faux Blooms
She was a bit like Spring; wild as the wind and fickle as the weather, but her love ran deep as the tree roots. Spring is here! When Mother Nature is once again awaken from her slumber of rest and solace. Emerging from the quiet darkness, to shine and brighten the world with its colorful…
Autumn Inspiration :: Honoring the Season’s Textures + Warm Golden Hues
I took my first trip to Vermont this weekend, a quick short non-sightseeing trip to celebrate a college friend’s gorgeous late summer sunset wedding atop a beautiful Vermont mountain. But it took this charming trip and a quaint Sunday drive before returning home, to appreciate just how much every shade of red is necessary and…
Autumn Vibes :: Golden Dessert Sunset
I might have a hard time whenever Autumn comes around because I know that right behind it, quickly comes a season where Mother Nature is bare in our neck of the woods. I miss gazing and taking a walk within the garden to see the rose bushes flourishing or the vegetables and herbs still thriving….
Simple Holiday Tricks || Creating Your Own Foraged Autumn Centerpiece with Grocery Store Blooms
When it comes to entertaining and Life Itself, I think we’re all on board for “Niksen”, the Dutch concept of as simple as, well, doing nothing. The Dutch motto for the joy of doing nothing, I guess very similar to the Italian saying “Il Dolce Far Niente”. And I’m all for it! I mentioned it…
Floral Inspiration :: Natural Carefree Beauty of Peonies
To think a few short weeks ago, we were just beginning to revel at the sights, scents and warmth of Summer. And now August is quickly approaching and making its carefree, hot and sultry mark. But let’s go back to those sweet days of June when Peonies of all varieties, were at their peak, bloom…
A Bridal Shower Inspired By Vintage Portuguese Details + Traditional Tiles
In exactly a month we will be in the northern region of Portugal, in a quaint Chapel nestled amongst a tiny village, watching Christie and Mario say “I Do” before their family and friends who will travel from different countries to witness their special day. Taking inspiration from not only the couples’ culture and their…
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