Sometimes, when we turn a hobby into a business, we can often lose the very nature of its intention which is to bring us joy. Creating more joy in our life takes effort! And yes, that means that even joyful hobbies require us to keep showing up to do the work. But, hobbies push us to learn new skills which calm our mind and leads to true … [Read more...]
9 Self Care Tips to Reduce Stress
Are you looking to reduce stress? Here are 9 self-care tips to reduce stress that you can start practicing today! Let's talk about how stress affects us and how to deal with it before it manifests in the body. If you're like me, you are a perfectionist. Most people don't realize the energy involved to produce beauty with flowers for large events … [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...]
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...]
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 The Blue Carrot Inspired Me
The journey to The Blue Carrot This inspired journey was a chance of a lifetime, a flower pilgrimage if you will. I arrived in Bristol, England, rented a little fiat and drove down the narrowest little streets on the left-hand side until I reached Cornwall, England. All for the sake of meeting Susanne Hatwood from The Blue Carrot. My … [Read more...]
How the psychology of color connects us with our customer
What a wonderful day I had learning about the psychology of color with Fiona Humberstone (aka The Brand Stylist) a few weeks ago. If you are not familiar with her or her work, she is a branding specialist “dedicated to empowering you to create an incredible brand.” Fiona came all the way from England to teach her first class in NYC. We gathered to … [Read more...]
How Fear is Keeping us From Our Goals
Getting past fear to reach your goals. After taking Seth Godin's AltMBA program, an important takeaway I had was that pushing is hard work, it is exhausting, stressful and creates significant discomfort. Most of us tend to be creatures of habit. Fear is our co-conspirator and keeps us managed. This defense mechanism is built in from the early days … [Read more...]
Jenn and James’ Wedding
James and Jenn's story book spring wedding took place at the Brotherhood Winery in the Hudson Valley region of NY. Most pictures were photographed by the talented Sara Wight who captured Jenn and James' special day. Jenn's must-have "bloom" is the decadently gorgeous white peony, which I gladly featured in her bouquet, her bridal party, and … [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...]