Beautiful Birthday Bouquet

Lois made this today for a lucky lady's birthday. Smelled wonderful!

Summertime Pink

How about a little dose of summertime pink to combat the grey Oregon sky?
This sweet little wedding at Kelty Estate in nearby Lafayette was all about vintage and romantic touches.

I especially love the button detail on the heirloom handkerchief in the bride's bouquet.

The ceremony was in the estate's cool and inviting backyard, with the reception on the big front lawn.

The peonies perched in their little nests were a "must have" for this bride, and I can see why.

They looked adorable gathered on the shady front porch.

They looked even cuter on the tables.

Inspiration!

I found this beautiful little Victoria's Secret box at a thrift store the other day while I was looking for inspiration for table designs for our Sunday wedding show. At that point I was trying to be open-minded and think outside-the-box for a floral container. As it turns out, inside-the-box was just the ticket. Here's what I did with it! And it looked great on the mock reception table at the wedding show.

Wine Country Farm

I realized recently that I have never posted pictures of one of Yamhill County's lovliest wedding venues - Wine Country Farm. It sits high up on Breyman Orchard Road in the Dundee Hills and overlooks the beautiful Yamhill Valley - wine country! They have this picturesque spot to say your "I do's", as well as at least one other outdoor site: a charming well-established gazebo, covered most of the wedding season with a gorgeous blooming trumpet vine. There's also an indoor area for intimate ceremonies or receptions plus a great under-the-stars dance floor.

Joy, one of my 2011 brides told me she knew it was her site the moment she saw it.

January 1, 2011 Wedding

A bouquet of veronica, flawless lilies and peacock feathers started the 2011 wedding season in dramatic fashion. This might be the most unusual bridal bouquet I've ever created. Samantha loved it, and I had a huge desire to be a wedding-crasher just so I could see her carry it down the aisle. She promised me some pro shots which I will share when I get them. The peacock feather boutonnieres were also stunning. I'm guessing their life together will not be boring! Congratulations, Samantha and Anthony.

Cattleya Orchids!

Cattleya orchids - absolutely stunning! You don't see them often anymore, but at one time the cattleya was the most elegant and romantic wedding flower. These were grown by Peterkort Roses and beautifully arranged by Lois at The Garden Path. Congratulations to Nicole the bride! Beautiful choice for your wedding bouquet.

I Love the Portland Flower Market

Early to rise on Flower Market day! I like to leave early enough to miss the traffic and be back to the shop in time for morning deliveries. The flower market always inspires me - and today the sales staff at Billingsley Wholesale gave me the (unofficial) award for prettiest selections of the day. I can't wait to start creating beautiful wedding arrangements out of them! Check in later this week to see what we do with the pretty red flowers I bought today.