More modern brides are seeking a florist who has an organic and sustainable approach. Why are brides buying locally grown seasonal slow flowers you may ask? A bit of History of ATPA before we proceed... When the Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA) was signed in the early 90's it opened up our border with neighboring countries allowing for … [Read more...]
5 romantic wedding venues in the Hudson Valley
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...]
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...]
Why you should sketch every day.
A sketch every day Not only do I know that sketching every day helps to reduce stress, a sketch every day will also offer you an opportunity to document the things that inspire you. I keep flowers alive during the dull winter months by doing a sketch every day. A few minutes each day is how I started in December. My focus was to create … [Read more...]
Florists’ Review: Why Florists are returning to the garden for inspiration.
Florists' Review In the August 2017 – Vol. 208, No. 8 issue of Florists’ Review I share why I grow and use Slow Flowers in my business. One the first day back from our family vacation in the south of Ireland, I settled back into a somewhat melancholy routine of going through the endless stack of mail. That is when I discovered a package had … [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...]
How to Plant and Grow Dahlias
How to plant and grow Dahlias is not as difficult as you may think. When I began my floral business, my first focal flowers of choice to grow in my cutting garden were Dahlias. These big bushy plants, that cost little for an initial investment, consistently bloom during the summer and fall and produce beautiful flowers that are ideal for cutting. … [Read more...]