Author Archives: Kathleen

…Brilliant Botanicals and Floral Designs to Complement the Occasion, Season, Location and Recipient

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Kathleen

I am frequently asked by the family, after the design of their event or wedding, if we “do other things besides large events.” If, we design and deliver flowers for smaller occasions, such as a holiday centerpieces, a bouquet for … Continue reading →

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On This Harvest Moon…

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Kathleen

Likely attributed to a lengthy, July vacation in the Pacific Northwest, I have been drafting “this Harvest Moon” tale since that time. On this moon, a notable day and evening for me, it is a tribute to my Mom and … Continue reading →

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August’s Sturgeon Moon

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Kathleen

I know it, I shouldn’t be that surprised upon discovery of what inspires the design process, specifically, the one of my hands and mind. Taking a moment here in the studio, to reflect upon last night’s moon rise, and its … Continue reading →

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Passionately Pink Peonies, at the Marin Art & Garden Center

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Kathleen

When it comes to the magic, beauty, and pure allure of spring peonies, from the fields of Napa, Calistoga, Southern Oregon, and Eastern Washington, I always chuckle to myself as I design these robust, remarkable, and reverent stems into centerpieces … Continue reading →

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The Wild Roses of West Marin

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Kathleen

On any given day, no matter how lively the tasks ebb and flow, there comes a moment where I step back and I smell the roses, as the quote reads, figuratively, and literally, because of what I do for my … Continue reading →

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For Mother’s Day

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Kathleen

Mom: Those who care enough to love and support you when things get complex. As one ages, one sees this person can be a woman or man, young or old, perhaps multiple people. A Mom nurtures you and guides you, … Continue reading →

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Nessy Rose and Michael, Marin Art and Garden Center

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Kathleen

Once in a time, a wedding will happen along where I can’t muster the true, full, and proper words to share the story of the wedding day. I wouldn’t do the wedding’s loveliness and purity its full due — with … Continue reading →

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2013 Bouquets to Art, de Young Museum, San Francisco

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Kathleen

It has been a marvelous week at the studio, and on our travels to and fro’ the de Young Museum. We have completed our 6th year of design participation at the 29th annual, Bouquets to Art. This annual floral jubilee … Continue reading →

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Simi Winery, Soft October Pinks and Greens

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Kathleen

October is one of the loveliest months for a wedding in wine country. Large, rumbling trucks filled with flats of sweet, late harvest grapes keep you company on the roads during wedding-day deliveries, pumpkins and gourds greet you at every … Continue reading →

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Anderson Ranch – Kenwood, California

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Kathleen

This past summer we had the pleasure of working at the remarkable, stunning, and breathtaking Anderson Ranch – an utterly charming and intimate private estate located in Sonoma’s Kenwood region. However, surpassed by the charm of this site was our … Continue reading →

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