Tag Archives: flowers

The Age of the DIY/Pinterest Bride

Posted on June 13, 2013 by silverleafevents

Are we there?  Have we as professionals been replaced by everything “DIY”?  Is Pinterest the new competition that we both loathe and admire at the same time?  Ladies and gentlemen, it might be time to face the music……or is it? … Continue reading →

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Murphys: You’ll Really Want to Get Married Here!

Posted on April 5, 2013 by silverleafevents

  Below is an article recently published in SFGATE.  Just one more reason why Murphys needs to be on your list for your wedding ceremony!  Contact me for more information about our beautiful town, and the Forest Meadows Golf Course! … Continue reading →

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Wedding Contest!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by silverleafevents

Just a short note today to get my readers ready for our wedding contest starting soon!  The lucky bride who wins our contest at the end of the year will receive complimentary bridal party bouquets from Silver Leaf Events, and … Continue reading →

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Forest Meadows Golf Course, Murphys Ca

Posted on March 15, 2013 by silverleafevents

This is part of the reception area overlooking the 18th green at Forest Meadows Golf Course, Murphys, Ca. Silver Leaf Events of Murphys, Ca., has been asked to be the new event’s coordinator for the course. Forest Meadows is a … Continue reading →

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White Flowers: Best Left Alone?

Posted on March 17, 2012 by silverleafevents

If you have been following my blogs, you know that I have addressed my personal issues with the use of teal, black, and artificially dyed blue flowers.  I have not however, talked about the do’s and don’t’s of using the … Continue reading →

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Wedding Trends 2012: Creativity Is The New Black

Posted on March 8, 2012 by silverleafevents

I’m always intrigued to learn of the latest and greatest wedding trends in any given year.  2012 is starting out to be a rather eclectic mix of old, new, and everything in between.  Like life in general, when times are … Continue reading →

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Blue Flowers: Dyed or Natural

Posted on February 27, 2012 by silverleafevents

This morning I was asked about my thoughts on blue orchids.  There is a bride that is trying to come up with her look for her beach wedding, and wondered about combining white lilies with blue orchids.  Hmmm well needless … Continue reading →

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The DIY Bride: Should You?

Posted on February 14, 2012 by silverleafevents

As a professional florist, and former shop owner, I have created wedding designs to fit every budget.  In the 1990’s when our shop was doing a very large wedding business, the economy was relatively stable, thus brides on average were … Continue reading →

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Flowers Revisited: Budget Reality Check, Please!

Posted on February 9, 2012 by silverleafevents

I know, I know, it is not the first time that I’ve discussed the topic of flowers.  But as a florist, and former shop owner, I thought I might take a minute to revisit the subject.  So readers, indulge me … Continue reading →

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What is Your Style?

Posted on January 30, 2012 by silverleafevents

I talked a bit about wedding style earlier last year, and the relationship between the dresses, and the overall “theme” of the wedding.  I advised bride’s to be careful when choosing the bridesmaids dresses, in that she doesn’t create a … Continue reading →

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