Author Archives: Kathleen

New “Old Friends” at The Payne Mansion, San Francisco, California

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Kathleen

I am truly delighted to share today’s posting on The Bloomisphere.  A post where “New, Old Friends” worked together to create a magical wedding day with the bride and groom, for the bride and groom, Rhonda and John.  “New, Old … Continue reading →

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Bouquets to Art

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Kathleen

Bouquets to Art has been called San Francisco’s harbinger of spring, an annual event which began in 1984 at the California Palace of the Legion of Honor, and in recent years has shown at the M.H. de Young Museum.  Sponsored … Continue reading →

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A Rose is a Rose, for the Bride and Groom, Cavallo Point

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Kathleen

As most of you know, we absolutely love working with clients of, and the entire staff at, Cavallo Point. Each and every time we drive up the long, dramatic driveway to the former US Army post turned Five Star Resort, … Continue reading →

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In Loving Memory…

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Kathleen

When working with folks who have just lost a loved one, and their need for sympathy flowers, I recall a bit of scripture I learned at South Colby United Methodist Church, a lesson from Ecclesiastes.  It is scripture which most … Continue reading →

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To Love, Honor, and Cherish, at Cavallo Point

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Kathleen

As a daughter of a World War II Veteran, Staff Sergeant, US Army, I grew up with a continully defining sense and understanding of sacrifice.  My heart and mind stops in it tracks when I have opportunity to meet somebody … Continue reading →

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Suc-cu-lent, noun

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Kathleen

Suc-cu-lent, noun Defined: Of a plant: having fleshy tissues that conserve moisture. More than 60 plant families, split into 300 genera. At the Kate’s Blossoms’ studio:  A wide variety, always on in stock, to include in our floral designs. Repurposing: When … Continue reading →

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Ennis, Montana-Population 840 people, 11,000,000 trout

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Kathleen

In late June, as part of a family vacation, we helped design the centerpieces for the 9th Annual Madison River Foundation’s “Guardians of the River Gala.”  Hosted at the Old Kirby Place and Fishing Lodge, we all enjoyed an incredible … Continue reading →

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Washed Ashore: Plastics, Sea Life, and Art

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Kathleen

A follow up posting to herald the well received and popular exhibit, “Washed Ashore: Plastics, Sea Life, and Art” showing at The Marine Mammal Center, through October 15, 2011.  “Washed Ashore” is the vision of artist and educator Angela Haseltine … Continue reading →

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You See Garbage, They See Food

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Kathleen

We have borrowed this title from The Marine Mammal Center’s announcement of an exhibit which opens at the Center on June 25, 2011 and runs through October 15, 2011.  “Washed Ashore: Plastics, Sea Life, and Art” is the vision of … Continue reading →

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Andrea and Craig, StoneTree Golf Club

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Kathleen

This past Saturday, we had the pleasure of helping Andrea and Craig with their wedding at Our Lady of Loretto, and the reception at StoneTree Golf Club.  Wedding coordination was directed by the talented Amanda Schroeder.  Colors styled into the … Continue reading →

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