Entertaining overnight guests in your home can often leave you feeling overwhelmed and preparing for an extended visit, so guests feel comfortable in your home, can be rather challenging. No fear! I'm here to share with you some tips which, when I follow, make the time with my guests enjoyable and memorable. No matter the headcount, preparation … [Read more...]
Meet Marybeth Wehrung of Stars of the Meadow, a Hudson River Valley Flower Farmer
I want to introduce you to Marybeth Wehrung of Stars of the Meadow. Marybeth is a Hudson River Valley flower farmer that I am privileged to know and work with. Though this post was challenging for me to write, I’m glad that I did not let my doubtful inner voice hamper me from introducing you to my friend and flower farmer. Flower Farming with … [Read more...]
Urban Camping in SoHo New York
Get your girlfriend and head to the Arlo SoHo Lunching with a girlfriend to catch up and to share the good the bad and the ugly is always uplifting, especially when it turns into urban camping. Recently my friend Dawn of PlumAGE 59 and I met up in SoHo and enjoyed camping in NYC. If you’re unfamiliar with Urban Camping, this article … [Read more...]
What I learned from floral designer Ariella Chezar of Ariella New York
The Flower School of New York gave me my proper training in floristry, and it was there I first learned about floral designer Ariella Chezar of Ariella New York. My business instinctively lead me to grow flowers myself in my cottage style cutting garden. As my business grows (neither obsession or hobby - although it is a bit of both as … [Read more...]
Making friends at Blooming Hill Farm
As a wedding florist, located in the beautiful Hudson Valley region of New York, I often seek out local lower farmers to help supplement the seasonal flowers grown in my own cottage style garden for my floral arrangements. “Hi, my name is Gloria. I am a florist and I am committed to creating flower designs that use only 100% … [Read more...]
It’s the little things
....that give me joy in life. It's nice when I set things just right for a little rest on the porch. Ahh breath and enjoy. … [Read more...]
Time for a coffee break
a plate of flowers with a cup of love. You deserve a little break now. ~enjoy~ … [Read more...]
Red Roses!
Spouses * Lovers * Friends don't forget the classic beauty of red roses. Let GBC Style provide you with exquisite roses for Valentine's Day or any day of the year! … [Read more...]
Quiet from the Inside Out
Thank you Gene for my tea cup. I was inspired to make the perfect arrangement to go with it. I remember you every time I use it. It's almost like the tea quiets me from the inside out. Reaching out to my soul and saying - shhh, it's time to just be still. May you find that peaceful moment in your days to be quieted from the inside out. … [Read more...]
What would one do without friends?
I know I would be lost. My friends are the glue that keeps me together for the most part. Each one makes me feel like I’m their special best friend. Some I might not speak to very often. Each knows our bond is as it should be - pure and simply delightful. Each are a gift so perfect in every way. ~enjoy~ … [Read more...]