moments from a wedding

this past weekend was a blur of activity. but a few flower moments stand out. there were 12 nosegays , 2 for the mothers, 2 for the flowergirls and 8 for friends and family to carry. each were unique, each were beautiful. the bridal bouquet was big and lush, with red france roses, red charm peonies, antique hydrangeas ,nandina greens and oak leaves.

48 hrs. before the wedding

before the bouquets and the boutonnieres and the centerpieces, comes the basement and the boxes. this is where the flowers are delivered and cleaned, stem by stem, and processed,different water temperatures for different flowers. some stems need a clean cut with a knife, others can handle a sharp pair of clippers, but none need or want to be cut by scissors. ever. during the week, bucket after bucket of stems are carried upstairs and arranged for sale or designer use. tomorrow we are so busy, we will troop downstairs, knives and coffees in hand to join the flowers.

cotton?

saturday's bride requested organic , full, fall arrangements, each different. this one was packed with purple ornamental kale, seeded eucalyptus, blue thistle, tallow berries, and stems of cotton.

imagine

we went to the wholesaler today. you really have to smell it and see it to experience it. but here's a little taste. breathe deeply.

enjoy

full moon outside. beautiful arrangement inside. enjoy!