Each Hudson Valley wedding venue is unique. The five that I share with you today, I feel, are special in their own way and offer couples a beautiful romantic setting that captures their individuality. As a wedding florist, I've had the pleasure of meeting a diverse number of couples eager to imprint their special day with their own sense of … [Read more...]
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7 DIY Ideas for a Meaningful Wedding
Brides, do you want your wedding to be beautiful and meaningful, and fit your budget? If so, then you're going to have to roll up your sleeves to do some of the work- simple as that. I have 7 DIY Ideas for a Meaningful Wedding to inspire you. Don't panic it can be fun! To the DIY brides designing their flowers, I Applaud … [Read more...]
Spring Gardening: How to Grow Wedding Flowers in the Garden.
Tips to Grow Wedding Flowers in the Garden Learning to grow wedding flowers in the garden for floristry is different to home gardening and flower farming because this type of gardening must produce flowers for business on a smaller scale. Typically in a suburban neighborhood. They should grow harmoniously and practically with interesting varieties … [Read more...]
A Wedding at Blooming Hill Farm
Romantic wedding on a farm. Blooming Hill Farm, located in the Hudson Valley region of New York, is a romantic wedding destination. You may have even tasted some of their eclectic produce in some of the best restaurants in New York City, New Jersey, and the Hudson Valley. They “grow and forage over 200 varieties of fruits and vegetables on a … [Read more...]
Nicole and Joseph’s Locust Grove Estate Garden Wedding
A beautiful garden wedding at the Locust Grove Estate in New York Locust Grove Estate, overlooking the Hudson River in Poughkeepsie New York, was the setting for Nicole and Joseph’s garden wedding. Every bride and groom has their story, their magic, and it is this magic which resonates with me on a deeper level. I know how important it is for … [Read more...]
Kelly and David’s Garden Wedding at Brotherhood Winery
I think the backdrop to any garden wedding is crucial and the Brotherhood Winery, America's oldest winery located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, is such a beautiful old stone vineyard and the perfect location for brides planning for a garden wedding. If you haven't been and you're in the Hudson Valley be sure to stop by for a wine tasting or a … [Read more...]
Julia and Pedro’s Autumn Hudson Valley Wedding
Autumn wedding flowers are just as vibrant and lively as their spring counterparts. As many of you may know, fall is a kaleidoscope of color here in the Hudson Valley and the amber, hazel, and sienna colors were a perfect backdrop for what Julia and Pedro had asked of me. “We want to capture the magic of Autumn at our wedding” they shared. Luckily … [Read more...]
Spring Flowers for your Wedding
Slow grown spring wedding flowers offer discerning brides and grooms an authentic and seasonal look. These vibrant and fragrant spring wedding flowers were all grown by me last year. Yes, ME! I think it's important for potential clients to see what an in-season garden flower bouquet looks like. In mid-May, roses are not in season in New York, … [Read more...]
Spring Wedding Flowers: Lily-of-the-valley
These delicate little spring wedding flowers known as lily-of-the-valley have the sweetest of all perfumes in my opinion and are by far my favorite spring flower to incorporate in a bride's bouquet. May lilies, ladders to heaven or Virgin's tears of joy, are some of the old names given to this precious and delicate little flower. Picking and … [Read more...]
Cottage garden wedding flowers
Cottage Garden wedding flowers Last summer I had the pleasure of growing these fragrant cottage garden wedding flowers in what I call my wedding garden. Can you see how beautifully different these flowers really are in comparison to most flowers purchased at your local store? My seasonal garden flowers are grown sustainably. Slow grown seasonal … [Read more...]