Tricia was one of those brides that floral designers like me dream of. A designer herself, Tricia wanted something completely apart from the norm (think: polar opposite of "I just think red roses are so romantic...). During the consult, she just kept repeating the word "sticks" over and over. I actually had to convince her to incorporate some flowers (in her bouquet at least)!
She originally wanted fresh eucalyptus pods to match the sashes on her bridesmaids' gowns, but the pods aren't in season until late November, so I had to wing it - I ended up using dried eucalyptus pods (originally brown) sprayed to match and then whitewashed to look like they do when they are first snipped from the tree. I attached the pods to a bark covered wire to add some length. We wrapped a cameo necklace in the ivory satin cuff on the stems of Tricia's bouquet in remembrance of her grandmother.
Elements used: Dried eucalyptus pods, tiger sticks, white lisianthus, seeded eucalyptus, & pheasant feathers.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Tricia & Phil - August 31, 2008 - Rhododendron Gardens
Lindsay & Pete - August 30, 2008 - Tualatin Country Club
I have to say that Lindsay and Pete are probably one of the absolutely nicest couples I have ever met. Not only did Lindsay have great taste, but she was conscientious, alert, and caring throughout the process as well - such a pleasure to work with! Their colors were white, shades of pink, and turquoise. We used pink california roses, white garden roses, pink garden roses, pink & white bicolored dahlias, white freesia, pink and white spray roses, and white hydrangea for a fabulous mix of pink feminine and white & turquoise crisp sophistication. I just love that Lindsay liked the belted rhinestone buckles on all the tall & short centerpieces as much as I did!
Dropping off the goods.
Karin & Robert - August 31, 2008 - Youngberg Hill Inn & Vineyard
Talk about a fragrant wedding - all thanks to some humungous California garden roses! Karin's awesome southern taste showed through with her soft peach, pinks, and white wedding. Their ceremony took place overlooking the most stunning hill view of wine country I have ever seen. Football mums, tea roses, garden roses, spray roses, and dahlias created such a soft romantic look for the bouquets, centerpieces, cake, and nosegays. Matching pomanders hung from a gorgeous wrought iron gazebo at the end of the aise, adding to the drama of the bride's entrance.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Stacey & Travis - August 2, 2008 - Cannon Beach, OR
A graphic designer by trade, Stacey Holton (now of Stacey Holton Bridal Coordination) has exquisite taste. Though she had originally planned to go with tawny reds, burnt oranges, and chocolate, Stacey found a plan-altering inspiration from a David's Bridal ad. She finally decided on white, cream, and chocolate - a decidedly cleaner pallate that still maintains a touch of warmth - perfect for a crisp August Oregon Coast wedding! I used white dahlias, vendela roses, lemon leaves, and variegated aspidistra leaves.
Randi & Jake - August 6, 2008 - Bridal Veil Lakes
Rand & Jake had an intimate, picnic-style wedding & reception. The centerpieces were definitely the most fun to make - long white wooden planters and apple baskets filled with flowers and wheat grass.
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