Children add so much to a wedding ceremony. It is lovely to include family and friends from several generations.

I’ve found that a number of venues no longer allow traditional petal tossing as it can be a slipping hazard if the floor is made from a slick surface.

Fall is one of my favorite times of year; I love the warm colors and rustic materials available only at this time. This detail is from a birthday party tablescape designed for a long marble topped table.  Autumn foliage, berries, gourds, and flowers are accented by the soft glow of burlap covered votives. Charming burlap birdhouses and bright red cardinals add to the ambience.

Valentines Day is next week and being in the floral world, red roses always come to mind. The romantic favorite is available in many varieties other than the traditional long stemmed: Think about clusters of spray roses or beautiful round garden roses.

This charming bouquet is made of beautiful red garden style spray roses with buds and blooms in different stages. The full, open roses look similar to peonies and they are available all year long!

I am once again so happy to have been asked to design the cover bouquet for Bridal Guide. This time it was for the for the Jan-Feb 2013 issue, to celebrate the magzine’s 25th anniversary! As usual the cover gown was exquisite and the model lovely! My thanks to all involved especially editor in chief Diane Forden for a consistently beautiful magazine and art director Mary Cate Godfrey for assembling a wonderful creative team.

BEAUTIFUL WEDDING FLOWERS has just been published in paperback. Same gorgeous cover, same content, just a new lower price point and it is lighter to carry around!

The perfect gift for all the engaged women on your list!

I’m so proud to have the cover bouquet on the new Bridal Guide magazine!
I designed three choices and this all white round bouquet of “Patience” garden roses was the winner.
The texture of the roses compliments the lace pattern of the gown for a romantic, classic look

I was recently tapped by Anna Sachse, editor in chief of Portland Bride & Groom, for some hot wedding floral tips!
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The trend toward organic, natural floral design using seasonal flowers and natural materials

My wedding book has received compliments and rave reviews from bridal clients but I’d like to share some creative ways my professional friends are using it. I’d love to hear more ideas from readers!

I’m very pleased to have bouquets in the current issue of  BRIDAL GUIDE MAGAZINE (September/October 2012)! The  “Modern Love” story on pages 236-237 pictures classic white flowers with black and brown accents to coordinate with the sophisticated styling of gowns and venue. The location was the the trendy James Hotel in Soho.

I recently renewed my contacts with Bridal Guide Magazine and have been honored to contribute bouquets to several issues!
I first met amazing editor in chief Diane Forden when she was the fashion and beauty editor, and I was designing one of a kind headpieces. Working with her and talented art director Mary Cate Godfrey has been a creative joy! Watch this blog for photos and pub dates!