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Kristen + Garrett= Married!

Wh0: Kristen and Garrett

What: Casual and fun wedding accented with a relaxed flair.

When: July 18, 2009

Where: Northstar at Tahoe in Truckee, Ca

The best part about working with Kristen and Garrett was they let me be creative and have fun with the flowers. Kristen gave me a stack of inspiration photos and then turned me loose on the flower market.

Labels: centerpieces, decor, Northstar at Tahoe, Sacramento florist, Sacramento wedding flowers, vintage

Highlights from David and Sarah

I recieved a link to a highlights reel today. I designed the flowers for David and Sarah last year.

Take a look:

David and Sarah at Le Rivage

Thanks Jensen Video!

Labels: bridal bouquets, centerpieces, decor, fall, Le Rivage Hotel, Sacramento, Sacramento florist, Sacramento wedding flowers

Wedding Decor A to Z- Artistry

First in a series of topics about wedding decor, planning and trends categorized A to Z.

(A) is for Artistry- It is so important to hire professionals that have a passion for their chosen careers. Artistry comes from passion.

I love what I do. I love designing flowers. I have so much fun choosing just the right colors, textures, accessories and patterns that combine to make an event memorable. Every time I walk into the flower market I am excited by that week's offerings. Finding just the right flower to offset the chosen colors of an event is thrilling.

Beth with True Love Photo says I look like a five year old proudly presenting my treasured macaroni creation when I am giving the bride her bouquet. Truly, it feels that way. I love my designs and I hope my clients can see the artistry, passion and love I put into everything I create.
Image by Christa Hoffarth

Labels: christa hoffarth, decor, True Love Photo, wedding color trends, wedding tips

Fall wedding tips and decor ideas

As we head into the fall season here are a few thoughts to make your fall wedding absolutely perfect.

If you are having an evening wedding you may want to check what time the sun will set. If you want to have fabulous pictures with that magical fall sunlight you might consider scheduling the bride and groom portraits before you walk down the aisle.

Consider you guest's comfort. If it will be windy or chilly rent some portable heaters, provide a basket of pashminas for the ladies to wear and offer hot apple cider before the ceremony. These ideas are sure to ward off the cold and give your guests a warm feeling.

It is all about the textures in fall wedding flowers. Consider leaving some of the floral choices up to your designer. She or he can choose some fun, seasonal floral accents to make your fall wedding flowers truly different.

As a fun departure from the traditional rose petals have your flower girl toss fall leaves out of a rustic basket as she makes her way down the aisle.

Line your aisle in pumpkins and fall leaves.

Candles everywhere! A fall wedding would not be complete with out the glow and warmth of candles. Consider colored glass such and amber, olive green and burgundy for your table votives. Colored glass adds little extra to your decor (check http://www.cudge.net/ for amazing prices on colored glass votives).

If your fall wedding is next year take advantage of the after season sales to pick up great decor items at half the cost.

Decorating with fall fruit and vegetables can add a fun twist to your ceremony and reception. My favorites are Seckle pears, cranberries, crab apples, miniature pumpkins and gourds, pomegranates and tangerines.

Photo credits True Love Photo, Kight Photographers, Christa Hoffarth

Labels: decor, fall