Monthly Archives: August 2008

Tricia & Phil – August 31, 2008 – Rhododendron Gardens

Tricia was one of those brides that floral designers like me dream of. A designer herself, Tricia wanted something completely apart from the norm (think: polar opposite of “I just think red roses are so romantic…). During the consult, she just kept repeating the word “sticks” over and over. I actually had to convince her...

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Lindsay & Pete – August 30, 2008 – Tualatin Country Club

I have to say that Lindsay and Pete are probably one of the absolutely nicest couples I have ever met. Not only did Lindsay have great taste, but she was conscientious, alert, and caring throughout the process as well – such a pleasure to work with! Their colors were white, shades of pink, and turquoise....

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Karin & Robert – August 31, 2008 – Youngberg Hill Inn & Vineyard

Talk about a fragrant wedding – all thanks to some humungous California garden roses! Karin’s awesome southern taste showed through with her soft peach, pinks, and white wedding. Their ceremony took place overlooking the most stunning hill view of wine country I have ever seen. Football mums, tea roses, garden roses, spray roses, and dahlias...

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Stacey & Travis – August 2, 2008 – Cannon Beach, OR

A graphic designer by trade, Stacey Holton (now of Stacey Holton Bridal Coordination) has exquisite taste. Though she had originally planned to go with tawny reds, burnt oranges, and chocolate, Stacey found a plan-altering inspiration from a David’s Bridal ad. She finally decided on white, cream, and chocolate – a decidedly cleaner pallate that still...

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Randi & Jake – August 6, 2008 – Bridal Veil Lakes

Rand & Jake had an intimate, picnic-style wedding & reception. The centerpieces were definitely the most fun to make – long white wooden planters and apple baskets filled with flowers and wheat grass.

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