Beautiful Wedding Flowers

To you all at Whistlestop, especially to Kim, I would like to thank you for creating such beautiful flowers for my daughter’s wedding last week-end. When we visited the shop on Friday, we were just blown away at the beauty and imagination that was evident in the work that was done. Jen loved being labeled “the fun bride” by the staff and she was so amazed at how Kim just “got her” and knew just what she would like…who knew it was “shabby chic”! The ribbons in church were so awesome and we will be able to relive the memories of the wedding each time we wrap something special using those ribbons.


The ballroom at the Genesee Grande was just beautiful – and I appreciate so much you being able to re-use the flowers at the church there. The huge arrangement on the memorial table was commented on by so many guests – it was so gorgeous. The two arrangements on the alter at the Cathedral are still in excellent shape and I smile each time I look at them.

I have attached two photos which give you an idea of how happy Jen was on her way to church and how lovely the bridesmaid’s flowers looked at the Cathedral. I am sure Rebecca will have some amazing shots that she will share with you too, if you like.

Kate, an old high school friend of Jen’s, and a client of yours who will marry in November, stopped by the house yesterday to say hello (she lives in Colorado) and I got to show her your work. She was thrilled with it all too and it only seemed to make her more excited about how wonderful the flowers will be at her own wedding.

My husband and I are so very grateful for your terrific work and we will wholeheartedly recommend Whistlestop Florist to our many friends and family members facing their own children’s weddings in the coming years.

Best wishes to you all,
Michele Fletcher

 
We work so hard for each and every Bride. The lovely and gracious e-mail made our Monday! All I can say is "Thanks, it was our pleasure!"

Pink * Fushia * Cerise. Hot by any name!

Attendants in a variety of dresses is rather fun but lets not go renegade with the footwear! Everyone in matching shoes please.

The black Chevari chairs look great with the linens. Sparkling glass vases are reflected in the mirrored place mats. And the whole look is tied together with the fabulous colors of the centerpieces and Japanese lanterns.

Need to cool off? Just dew it!

Our Friend Emmanuel sent these photos last summer and I felt refreshed when I looked at them. It sure is hot and dry for weekend wedding celebrations.

My advise to Brides and Attendants...keep your flowers out of the sun. Especially if you purchased hand-tied bouquets.

Hot Dog - Beach Travels

Every once in awhile I post something that has nothing to do with flowers. Who could resist this little
frou-frou dog. And the puppy seems to enjoy the outing. However, if one's posterior is robust, perhaps a leash would be safer.

I found this image on one of my favorite blogs. www.thebuzz.dianejameshome.com

Red Hot July Wedding

Thanks go out to Pat for sending Kim some photos from last weekend. Latin Lady and Black Bacarra roses made a sizzling combo for a July Bride. The maids carried hand tied bouquets of Latin Lady roses to compliment the Bride. Please note how  the sleek hair style and pretty details on the Bridal gown create a Mediterranean feel.

Pink and Green July Wedding

Beautiful sunny Syracuse day - just perfect for a wedding. Best man's boutonniere of pink ranunculas.

Bride's bouquet of Patience rose, white ranunculas and Hypericum berries

Maid's bouquet of pink ranunculas and Ravel roses based with green hydrangea.

Church arrangement

Into the Forest

Are you going camping this weekend?

You never know what you'll find in the woods. Perhaps flowers you have overlooked before. Maybe something rare or exotic. Are you kidding me! What an imagination. Ya gotta love all the different things you can do with flowers!

And, actually, the bouquet is very organic and beautifully designed. 

Anyway, Happy Fourth of July