The Petal Press

Courtney and Hal were married last weekend and their wedding colors grew on me each day I came down to my vibrant workshop. Everyone who saw the flowers made a comment and it dawned on me that bold colors work so well in the winter when the leaves are gone and we crave those hot tones.

Posted in: Colors, Haute Clients and Events on Saturday, November 27, 2010 at at 9:07 PM 0 comments  

Photo: Creation Studios Design By: Social Butterflies

Photo: Terry Way Photography

Rice is no longer the proper way to send off today's brides and grooms. One of the best alternatives I have seen is wedding wands. The wands are easy to craft yourself or purchase online and provide just the right amount of flare at the day's end with minimal mess. I have spent my share of time picking rose petals out of wedding and reception grounds to know that most florists, vendors, and venues shy away from them (even though they are very beautiful and romantic) unless a couple is willing to pay for the clean up. Enjoy some photos of two brides who have incorporated these clever keepsakes!

If you are looking for a great place to purchase try www.Etsy.com

Here's a colorful set by Romancing Juliet on Etsy.

Posted in: Crafts on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at at 6:05 PM 0 comments  

Of all the floral designs wreaths are one of my favorites. I LOVE wreaths of all shapes and sizes as well as the various ways to present them. Whether on a door or from a hook (and everything in between) I am always happy to oblige a floral ring loving bride. Here is the most recent pair at Central Church in Memphis. The staff there couldn't be more accommodating and will let you adorn their building with flowers. Music to my ears!

Posted in: Wreaths on Monday, November 8, 2010 at at 10:49 AM 0 comments  

Today the Radonich Ranch photo shoot was featured on The Wedding Chicks Blog. I am so honored to be a part of the amazing team that day. Couldn't have done it without the following people:

Monica Kau - my partner in Floral Design

She now has her own business in San Jose: http://www.signaturebloom.com/

Photographer: Chyna Darner http://www.cfoto.com/

Marky Carr of Vignette Events http://www.vignetteevents.com/

Amburlee Price: Makeup http://www.amburleeprice.com/

Robin Densten Recapture Vintage Designs http://www.recapturedesigns.com/

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Rentals, Linens, Lights, and Tents By: Classic Party Rental

Posted in: Haute Clients and Events on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at at 11:15 AM 0 comments  

According to a recent survey of professionals all over the country by Preston Bailey, the color of choice for brides continues to be purple. So in the spirit of purple I offer a table scape designed by myself and Michelle Hope of Social Butterflies. The linens and rentals were provided by Mahaffey Tent and Party Rentals. Enjoy!

Posted in: Colors on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at at 8:30 PM 0 comments  

This past October was a busy month for Haute Horticulture. The autumn flowers were awesome and in high demand. Here is a look at some of the show stoppers bursting with color. I call this the 'tour of buckets' on our Facebook fan page.

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Stephanie, Mandy, and Jenn look like they are having so much fun trashing their dresses in this series by Sweetwater Images. The scenery on their parent's property in Mississippi was the perfect backdrop for the three couples. I came by that afternoon in June to deliver the bouquets and felt so welcome by Gail and Mike and the entire family. So happy they included me in their special day and I am positive these ideas will be inspiring brides all over to have one more moment in their wedding dresses.

Posted in: Haute Clients and Events, Trash The Dress on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at at 8:49 PM 0 comments  

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Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this past week I was a guest blogger on The Pink Toast. Annabella Brandon and I put together a mini shoot with a DIY theme just for their readers and it was such and honor to be a part of The Pink Toast blog! The primary inspiration was Martha Stewart Living Magazine August 2010. Martha will always be the queen of DIY and inspiration to me.

Posted in: on Friday, August 27, 2010 at at 12:04 PM 0 comments  

Here are the pages from the most recent issue of Premier Bride, but that's not the only feature for Haute Horticulture. Stay tuned for a few more posts with extras from the articles and their brides and vendors.

Posted in: As Seen In, Photo Shoot on Sunday, August 15, 2010 at at 9:07 PM 1 comments