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Blue Flowers: Dyed or Natural

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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Holy Guest List Batman, The Cost of Weddings is About to Soar!

It is no secret readers, that the cost of gas is about to rise to levels that we Americans have never experienced.  We are also keenly aware that with the rise in fuel costs, comes the rise in cost for … Continue reading

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Flowers Revisited: Budget Reality Check, Please!

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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Entourage? Do You Need That Many Opinions?

I cannot help but laugh when I watch the latest and greatest “reality” shows dedicated to everything wedding.  Like all shows claiming to be real life, in real-time, those that broadcast “everything wedding”, are of course edited, scripted, and sometimes….and … Continue reading

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What is Your Style?

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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Murphys, California….Why You’ll Want to Get Married Here!

I’m going to take this opportunity for a little biased self promoting.  For those of you that follow my blogs, you know that I thoroughly enjoy sharing ideas, and giving advice to brides and grooms on everything from budgets, to … Continue reading

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The Wedding Cake……..When to Cut and Serve?

When do we cut the cake?  Oddly enough I get asked this question time and time again.  Actually even as a full-time florist, I would get asked about the timing of that very traditional act.  Cutting a cake…sounds simple enough…….but … Continue reading

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Time to Plan Your Fall Wedding

If you live in California like I do, you’re thinking to yourself…fall?  We haven’t even had winter yet!  In reality we are just 8 months from the beginning of the Fall season, and in the world of wedding planning….that’s pretty … Continue reading

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Time to Plan Your Fall Wedding

If you live in California like I do, you’re thinking to yourself…fall?  We haven’t even had winter yet!  In reality we are just 8 months from the beginning of the Fall season, and in the world of wedding planning….that’s pretty … Continue reading

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Wedding Reception Linens………how fancy is too fancy?

This blog is inspired by my meeting with a linen representative in my area yesterday.  We chatted over ice tea and looked at her very impressive selection of fine linens, chair covers, runners and sashes.  I must say, I have … Continue reading

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