tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8501354735675661652012-02-10T08:54:05.557-05:00SHOSHO DesignsContemporary Floral Design and Event DecorSHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.comBlogger991100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-46317408910643282372012-01-31T11:58:00.000-05:002012-01-31T11:58:34.921-05:00Amy and Josh - Real Wedding Details<div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TLYDItqOeTw/TygZSs-IBKI/AAAAAAAABZA/4tAVnDiKcXE/s1600/J&amp;A_508b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TLYDItqOeTw/TygZSs-IBKI/AAAAAAAABZA/4tAVnDiKcXE/s640/J&amp;A_508b.jpg" width="425" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Amy and Josh: You've seen <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2012/01/amy-and-josh-real-wedding-video.html">their beautiful wedding video</a>. &nbsp;Now check out these gorgeous details from their event at the <a href="http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/">Atlanta Botanical Gardens</a>, taken by the incredibly talented duo at <a href="http://www.saldiviajones.com/">Saldivia Jones Photography!</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s0uAKf09lOY/TygZu2ChjbI/AAAAAAAABZY/xeu3JSAfiPk/s1600/J&amp;A_136.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s0uAKf09lOY/TygZu2ChjbI/AAAAAAAABZY/xeu3JSAfiPk/s400/J&amp;A_136.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Textured Bridal Bouquet: &nbsp;Purple hydrangea, purple lisianthus, purple and magenta anemones, purple wax flower, magenta sweet william, and purple zygopetalum orchids.</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8e5iXikv2TA/TygZk1k6wtI/AAAAAAAABZQ/uxefIZvqVhc/s1600/J&amp;A_486.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8e5iXikv2TA/TygZk1k6wtI/AAAAAAAABZQ/uxefIZvqVhc/s400/J&amp;A_486.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Bridesmaid Bouquets: Magenta sweet william, purple and magenta anemones, purple lisianthus, purple waxflower, and magenta dahlias.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3IF-mWxSfL4/TygbYSAMgaI/AAAAAAAABaA/GV9RZgcvVlY/s1600/J&amp;A_318b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="310" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3IF-mWxSfL4/TygbYSAMgaI/AAAAAAAABaA/GV9RZgcvVlY/s400/J&amp;A_318b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gtB7Bpm47Yo/TygaD_rZRWI/AAAAAAAABZg/25Fb7SFJ3DM/s1600/J&amp;A_314b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="246" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gtB7Bpm47Yo/TygaD_rZRWI/AAAAAAAABZg/25Fb7SFJ3DM/s400/J&amp;A_314b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zp0EFEaBq6c/TygaJ8RWtTI/AAAAAAAABZo/VgvuOWc5Wkw/s1600/J&amp;A_512.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zp0EFEaBq6c/TygaJ8RWtTI/AAAAAAAABZo/VgvuOWc5Wkw/s400/J&amp;A_512.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Birch Chuppah draped in ivory fabric, and accented w/ clusters of salal, seeded eucalyptus, green hydrangea, magenta roses, magenta sweet william, and purple mokara orchids.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ILvxPicAL6o/Tygacf0rtrI/AAAAAAAABZ4/2EXgcuMQGhw/s1600/J&amp;A_511.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ILvxPicAL6o/Tygacf0rtrI/AAAAAAAABZ4/2EXgcuMQGhw/s400/J&amp;A_511.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Mason jars composed of light and dark purple stock, lavender roses, purple lisianthus, and lamb's ears lined the chairs of the aisle.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GvfckI0J5Ok/Tx7_g9AgB3I/AAAAAAAABYo/jk-pZwHZATU/s1600/AJ_Carn2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="218" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GvfckI0J5Ok/Tx7_g9AgB3I/AAAAAAAABYo/jk-pZwHZATU/s400/AJ_Carn2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Wndow pane Escort Card decor. &nbsp;(This image provided by <a href="http://walkonwatervideo.com/index_original.html">Walk on Water Productions</a>).</i></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4631740891064328237?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-75372552823587730462012-01-03T11:27:00.001-05:002012-01-03T22:06:32.501-05:00Amy and Josh - Real Wedding Video<div style="text-align: left;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/9nDdqc6_RIA?fs=1" width="480"></iframe><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i>(Click <a href="http://youtu.be/9nDdqc6_RIA">HERE</a>&nbsp;to view the Youtube Widescreen Version)</i></span></i></div><br /><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Happy New Year! &nbsp;We wanted to start off 2012 by sharing one of our FAVORITE 2011 weddings! &nbsp;</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Amy and Josh married last November at the <a href="http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/">Atlanta Botanical Gardens</a>, and we are incredibly grateful to&nbsp;the talented <a href="http://walkonwatervideo.com/Home.html">Walk on Water Productions</a> for this wonderful video trailer.<span id="goog_39382303"></span><span id="goog_39382304"></span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/"></a></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-7537255282358773046?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-19038597486073940332011-11-29T10:39:00.001-05:002011-11-29T10:41:09.556-05:00Georgia Lawyers For the Arts 2011 Gala<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZyDEy7vhyoU/TtT6solurkI/AAAAAAAABWQ/F3X4CW7YIY0/s1600/GLA2011_both.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZyDEy7vhyoU/TtT6solurkI/AAAAAAAABWQ/F3X4CW7YIY0/s400/GLA2011_both.png" width="372" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Click to view larger image.</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.glarts.org/">Georgia Lawyers for the Arts</a> is such an important organization, especially for those in the art, design, media, and entertainment industries. &nbsp;So it is always an incredible honor when they select our Floral Design services for their Annual Gala. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Purchase your tickets or sponsorships today, as we showcase our newest signature designs&nbsp;at the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kingplow.com/">King Plow Arts Center</a>&nbsp;on December 7, 2011!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1903859748607394033?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-27258556757607532732011-11-14T08:08:00.001-05:002012-01-03T11:35:44.894-05:00Zygopetalum - A New Favorite Orchid!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mi9n-e93V14/TrgdIFcKRjI/AAAAAAAABV4/J_XHo4g48Y4/s1600/zygopetalum.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="315" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mi9n-e93V14/TrgdIFcKRjI/AAAAAAAABV4/J_XHo4g48Y4/s400/zygopetalum.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/sharkbait/5554708584/in/photostream/">sharkbait on Flickr</a></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Last weekend's Bride had requested a unique, textured bouquet of deep <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2011/09/purple-wedding-flowers.html">purple flowers</a> with magenta accents, so we were ECSTATIC to come across these zygopetalum orchids, that were JUST perfect! <br /><br />We can't wait to share the images and <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2012/01/amy-and-josh-real-wedding-video.html">video</a> of Amy and Josh's gorgeous outdoor wedding at the <a href="http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/">Atlanta Botanical Gardens</a> with you!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-2725855675760753273?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-61955839676051414922011-11-07T12:22:00.003-05:002011-11-07T12:28:39.508-05:00Mario & Whitney - Real Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-X4YJDn-CbWY/TqhTPBGRpQI/AAAAAAAABQY/OBDOJp446j0/s1600/Miners_9857text.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-X4YJDn-CbWY/TqhTPBGRpQI/AAAAAAAABQY/OBDOJp446j0/s400/Miners_9857text.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Congratulations to the Miners, whose beautiful black, yellow, and damask wedding took place at the <a href="http://Biltmore Ballrooms">Biltmore Ballrooms</a>. &nbsp;Special thanks to <a href="http://www.erikaleighphotography.com/">Erika Leigh Photography</a> for her gorgeous images!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vIYGtUk8ng8/TqhZKAmf_0I/AAAAAAAABQg/LTFLJ-7d7k4/s1600/BrightBiltmore.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vIYGtUk8ng8/TqhZKAmf_0I/AAAAAAAABQg/LTFLJ-7d7k4/s400/BrightBiltmore.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VpClwoySJs4/TqhZ1ux2IgI/AAAAAAAABQw/37d4XZaZUV0/s1600/Miners_Sand.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VpClwoySJs4/TqhZ1ux2IgI/AAAAAAAABQw/37d4XZaZUV0/s400/Miners_Sand.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>The couple stood in a circle of yellow rose petals to take their vows and to perform the sand ceremony.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dpUi2MYm23A/TqlEGmbSqnI/AAAAAAAABSg/uJwew0pdXog/s1600/Miners_aisle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dpUi2MYm23A/TqlEGmbSqnI/AAAAAAAABSg/uJwew0pdXog/s400/Miners_aisle.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5xzBKMDVaJ8/Tqhmgbb13MI/AAAAAAAABSI/a0_4fkhNKoo/s1600/Miners_CakeTopper.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5xzBKMDVaJ8/Tqhmgbb13MI/AAAAAAAABSI/a0_4fkhNKoo/s400/Miners_CakeTopper.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Yellow cymbidium orchid and rose cake topper on a damask cake.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-epaa7te0LkU/Tqhmv3oIK5I/AAAAAAAABSQ/UlVrIYVWpfI/s1600/Miners_Toss3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-epaa7te0LkU/Tqhmv3oIK5I/AAAAAAAABSQ/UlVrIYVWpfI/s320/Miners_Toss3.jpg" width="284" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Yellow ranunculus and rose toss bouquet.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ob65wwpnu2Y/Tqhc6rya1pI/AAAAAAAABRY/hvxpxmOudbc/s1600/CakeTable.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ob65wwpnu2Y/Tqhc6rya1pI/AAAAAAAABRY/hvxpxmOudbc/s400/CakeTable.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-r8zyyPwf2T8/TqhZsHeEPAI/AAAAAAAABQo/lOBUlZheDv8/s1600/Miners_BridalBouquet.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-r8zyyPwf2T8/TqhZsHeEPAI/AAAAAAAABQo/lOBUlZheDv8/s400/Miners_BridalBouquet.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>The Bride carried a bouquet of solidago, and yellow and orange parrot tulips, that had been stem-wrapped with a damask patterned ribbon.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zg1b3HYQW_w/TqhmBCjzRGI/AAAAAAAABRo/KwphPtDBiNs/s1600/Miners_callas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zg1b3HYQW_w/TqhmBCjzRGI/AAAAAAAABRo/KwphPtDBiNs/s400/Miners_callas.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Yellow calla lilies.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CB1MT0DP_vo/TqhmHqh7aqI/AAAAAAAABRw/fR8smRhIdc8/s1600/Miners_Cymbids2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="337" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CB1MT0DP_vo/TqhmHqh7aqI/AAAAAAAABRw/fR8smRhIdc8/s400/Miners_Cymbids2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Yellow cymbidium orchids.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JKPIrNqFfC0/TqhmOghKMhI/AAAAAAAABR4/bIjXghuBviU/s1600/Miners_Gerberas2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="296" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JKPIrNqFfC0/TqhmOghKMhI/AAAAAAAABR4/bIjXghuBviU/s400/Miners_Gerberas2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Yellow Gerbera Daisies.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZXaYmHYyJy8/TqlDD-SPT1I/AAAAAAAABSY/N1DDJkIMR5E/s1600/Miners_Urban1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZXaYmHYyJy8/TqlDD-SPT1I/AAAAAAAABSY/N1DDJkIMR5E/s400/Miners_Urban1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>The guest table centerpieces were clusters of yellow calla lilies, cymbidium orchids, tulips, daffodils, mokara orchids, or chyrsanthemums designed in various sizes and shapes of <a href="http://shoshonale.com/artwork/2280932_Assorted_Modern_Plate_Glass_Rectangles.html">modern, urban plate glass vases.</a></i></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6195583967605141492?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-90828494033339116812011-10-25T15:30:00.003-04:002011-10-26T14:35:05.691-04:00New Rental Decor - Candle Holders!Check out the new additions to our <a href="http://shoshonale.com/section/265105_Event_Rentals.html">Atlanta Rental Decor Inventory</a>!<br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-z6Rq60-CFVQ/TqcMKPCegdI/AAAAAAAABQA/agDaokJCmc8/s1600/SilverCandelabra.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-z6Rq60-CFVQ/TqcMKPCegdI/AAAAAAAABQA/agDaokJCmc8/s400/SilverCandelabra.jpg" width="318" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">24" Five Light Silver Table Candelabras with Crystal Accents</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Dxvt9g5_sMo/TqcMZ0ydVfI/AAAAAAAABQI/L7QaywohXQU/s1600/MGCandle20.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Dxvt9g5_sMo/TqcMZ0ydVfI/AAAAAAAABQI/L7QaywohXQU/s400/MGCandle20.jpg" width="168" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">20" Mercury Glass Candle Sticks</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2VZpgpszBp8/TqcMsHIekII/AAAAAAAABQQ/XRVNdlcdhoY/s1600/GobletCandles.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="314" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2VZpgpszBp8/TqcMsHIekII/AAAAAAAABQQ/XRVNdlcdhoY/s320/GobletCandles.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">16" and 20" Clear Glass Goblet Candle Holders</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-9082849403333911681?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-51029405226561947242011-09-30T14:33:00.002-04:002011-09-30T14:36:15.998-04:00Purple Wedding Flowers!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My past five clients have requested purple for their color palette...so I thought it might be a nice time to introduce some of the most popular purple and lavender wedding flowers:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fHntG5K2Fag/TnuF0fWeTnI/AAAAAAAABNY/7rtIlE_YkBQ/s1600/Hydrangea_macrophylla_Royal_Purple_.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="313" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fHntG5K2Fag/TnuF0fWeTnI/AAAAAAAABNY/7rtIlE_YkBQ/s320/Hydrangea_macrophylla_Royal_Purple_.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Purple Hydrangea</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small; font-style: italic;">Photo Credit: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.landscapedia.info/images/plant_images/Hydrangea_macrophylla_Royal_Purple_.jpg">Landscapedia</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PwgtJixXA3E/ToX1_5WHuqI/AAAAAAAABPA/zPT18-20pKQ/s1600/PurpleVanda.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PwgtJixXA3E/ToX1_5WHuqI/AAAAAAAABPA/zPT18-20pKQ/s320/PurpleVanda.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Purple Vanda Orchid (My favorite!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UFDCW3U-clQ/ToYFYRtlueI/AAAAAAAABPc/uF_C8uuuePs/s1600/PurpleTulips3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UFDCW3U-clQ/ToYFYRtlueI/AAAAAAAABPc/uF_C8uuuePs/s320/PurpleTulips3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Purple Tulip</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Found on: &nbsp;<a href="http://purpledreamy.blogspot.com/2011/05/purple-tulips.html">Purple Dreamy</a></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nADFZW_6DcM/ToYKQjxdW4I/AAAAAAAABPk/wWqfX1LsIjM/s1600/PurpleCallas2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="310" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nADFZW_6DcM/ToYKQjxdW4I/AAAAAAAABPk/wWqfX1LsIjM/s320/PurpleCallas2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Purple Mini Calla Lily</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Found on: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.wholeblossoms.com/flowers/purple-calla-lilies-393.html">Whole Blossoms</a></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-leN6yQm71Fw/TnuMgHYLKYI/AAAAAAAABOE/9MFo2vX8lIw/s1600/PurpleLisianthus.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-leN6yQm71Fw/TnuMgHYLKYI/AAAAAAAABOE/9MFo2vX8lIw/s320/PurpleLisianthus.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">Purple Lisianthus</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YbSJ04GNNxs/TnuMHzpWXsI/AAAAAAAABOA/lrIJRU7i4KA/s1600/PurpleIris.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YbSJ04GNNxs/TnuMHzpWXsI/AAAAAAAABOA/lrIJRU7i4KA/s320/PurpleIris.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; font-style: normal;">Purple Japanese Iris</span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rrJTaXtTXWg/TnuOB59BXcI/AAAAAAAABOI/P3i_LJfwbP8/s1600/PurpleStock.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rrJTaXtTXWg/TnuOB59BXcI/AAAAAAAABOI/P3i_LJfwbP8/s320/PurpleStock.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">Dark Purple Stock</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VULIp7qns7w/TnuOKBwRWxI/AAAAAAAABOM/eEV69nwgwOU/s1600/LavenderStock.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VULIp7qns7w/TnuOKBwRWxI/AAAAAAAABOM/eEV69nwgwOU/s320/LavenderStock.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">Light Purple Stock</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9rPjLkqifeg/TnuOkwi0jQI/AAAAAAAABOQ/wnLNOmNvJNM/s1600/Ocean%2527sSong2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9rPjLkqifeg/TnuOkwi0jQI/AAAAAAAABOQ/wnLNOmNvJNM/s320/Ocean%2527sSong2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">Lavender Rose</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NS1VzBpDWa0/TnuPFk2819I/AAAAAAAABOU/dNoo9PrCilo/s1600/LavenderRose3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NS1VzBpDWa0/TnuPFk2819I/AAAAAAAABOU/dNoo9PrCilo/s320/LavenderRose3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">"Lavender" roses often tend toward a more "Mauve" shade with a pinkish hue, as shown here.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lKOdo6HzTxY/TnuPfE_gBbI/AAAAAAAABOY/XzBLR-Cxy3g/s1600/3913762616_c08e5e8dd1_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lKOdo6HzTxY/TnuPfE_gBbI/AAAAAAAABOY/XzBLR-Cxy3g/s400/3913762616_c08e5e8dd1_2.jpg" width="310" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Purple Gladiolas</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/botanicaphotographicus/3913762616/">Mike Cullen</a></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NdwNhjqTF_s/TnuPsYcqAdI/AAAAAAAABOc/jjXfN7RWxbc/s1600/PurpleFreesia.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NdwNhjqTF_s/TnuPsYcqAdI/AAAAAAAABOc/jjXfN7RWxbc/s320/PurpleFreesia.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Purple Freesia</div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BA6f8a-qht0/TnuP6wqIZzI/AAAAAAAABOg/c45CtxNM4Mo/s1600/PurpleSweetPea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BA6f8a-qht0/TnuP6wqIZzI/AAAAAAAABOg/c45CtxNM4Mo/s320/PurpleSweetPea.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">Purple Sweet Pea</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KlB7-ocBTI0/ToX6fpkUDkI/AAAAAAAABPM/7NTwbMu33jM/s1600/PurpleAnemone.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KlB7-ocBTI0/ToX6fpkUDkI/AAAAAAAABPM/7NTwbMu33jM/s320/PurpleAnemone.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">Purple Anemone</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credit:&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;<a href="http://flowergallery.ifd-inc.org/flower_gallery_search.asp">International Floral Distributors</a></span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hg9WUYTTNg8/ToX7ZTXNb7I/AAAAAAAABPQ/VyGSE_BIPGE/s1600/Florigene.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hg9WUYTTNg8/ToX7ZTXNb7I/AAAAAAAABPQ/VyGSE_BIPGE/s320/Florigene.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Dark Purple Carnation (Moonvista)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.florigene.com/">Florigene</a> Moon Series&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YdLRFrGWx1k/ToX7wIYJnhI/AAAAAAAABPU/vw_ldqBLb3M/s1600/FlorigeneMed.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YdLRFrGWx1k/ToX7wIYJnhI/AAAAAAAABPU/vw_ldqBLb3M/s320/FlorigeneMed.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Purple Carnation (Moonshade)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.florigene.com/">Florigene</a> Moon Series</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fakrF4AB_Mo/ToX8Gl-jDII/AAAAAAAABPY/pcsZIre94V0/s1600/FlorigeneLight.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fakrF4AB_Mo/ToX8Gl-jDII/AAAAAAAABPY/pcsZIre94V0/s320/FlorigeneLight.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Purple Carnation (Moonlite)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.florigene.com/">Florigene</a> Moon Series</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Please note that these images are intended for visualization purposes only! &nbsp;Actual size, shade, and color are always dependent on Mother Nature!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5102940522656194724?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-48077194000911035332011-09-29T08:03:00.000-04:002011-09-29T08:03:32.546-04:00We're On Facebook!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jlDYpoa5HRk/TnnRUEty2-I/AAAAAAAABM0/N-e0cbsMjWM/s1600/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jlDYpoa5HRk/TnnRUEty2-I/AAAAAAAABM0/N-e0cbsMjWM/s400/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0009.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Very special thanks to the beautiful Ragin and the incredibly talented <a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight Photography</a> for inviting me to design this bouquet for Ragin's Bridal Portrait Shoot!<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-e-eEmT5Edeo/TnnSjXYVkpI/AAAAAAAABNE/WhEWjjGVgAA/s1600/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0056_crop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-e-eEmT5Edeo/TnnSjXYVkpI/AAAAAAAABNE/WhEWjjGVgAA/s400/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0056_crop.jpg" width="381" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Coral Roses, White Cymbidium Orchids, White Jeweled Mini-Calla Lilies, and an Aspidistra Collar.</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are a few more of my favorites:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ahD6O1j5bQI/TnnUxmdb7MI/AAAAAAAABNI/QpDd3WcTASM/s1600/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0020.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ahD6O1j5bQI/TnnUxmdb7MI/AAAAAAAABNI/QpDd3WcTASM/s400/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0020.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qDoTnfP4qlA/TnnSA6f_zOI/AAAAAAAABM4/5944CpE_7fw/s1600/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0022.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qDoTnfP4qlA/TnnSA6f_zOI/AAAAAAAABM4/5944CpE_7fw/s400/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0022.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-35HH4-4XRlA/TnnSTFAP5yI/AAAAAAAABM8/48F3-0dkxhY/s1600/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-35HH4-4XRlA/TnnSTFAP5yI/AAAAAAAABM8/48F3-0dkxhY/s400/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0006.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C4Uzqn2Z3Kw/TnnSbYrW5ZI/AAAAAAAABNA/fmbMYKf8itE/s1600/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0026.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C4Uzqn2Z3Kw/TnnSbYrW5ZI/AAAAAAAABNA/fmbMYKf8itE/s400/%25C2%25A9+Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+0026.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Click Images for Larger View</i></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8644078167960645473?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-92066181670051527042011-09-06T10:15:00.000-04:002011-09-06T10:15:41.010-04:00Erica Angeline & Fashion's Night OutSpeaking of dresses...<br /><br />Industry friend and designer phenom, <a href="http://www.ericaangeline.com/">Erica Angeline</a>, has moved to a new location in Phipps Plaza! &nbsp;Join her for a showing of her gorgeous line at <a href="http://fashionsnightout.com/">Fashion's Night Out</a> this Thursday.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dBs4LB0bmOo/TmYeZXYOpnI/AAAAAAAABJw/YIR2QeY9Gv0/s1600/EricaAngeline.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dBs4LB0bmOo/TmYeZXYOpnI/AAAAAAAABJw/YIR2QeY9Gv0/s400/EricaAngeline.jpg" width="261" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The last time SHOSHO Designs and Erica Angeline were paired together was for <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2010/07/kara-and-john-real-wedding.html">Kara and John's wedding</a>. &nbsp;Check out this Fall 2010 back issue of the <a href="http://www.atlantamagazineweddings.com/">Atlanta Weddings Magazine</a> as a reminder. &nbsp;:)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WRFvSTAhXqc/TmYfejxOtiI/AAAAAAAABJ0/WWWJgsdR7Co/s1600/AtlantaWeddings_Fall2010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WRFvSTAhXqc/TmYfejxOtiI/AAAAAAAABJ0/WWWJgsdR7Co/s400/AtlantaWeddings_Fall2010.jpg" width="313" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Huit4sya058/TmYfmNgHhkI/AAAAAAAABJ4/4Jyvg4m0WRA/s1600/AtlantaWeddings_Fall2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Huit4sya058/TmYfmNgHhkI/AAAAAAAABJ4/4Jyvg4m0WRA/s400/AtlantaWeddings_Fall2.jpg" width="301" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6aI2jphI1zw/TmYpawNAXHI/AAAAAAAABJ8/nTyktBsmImA/s1600/Kara.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6aI2jphI1zw/TmYpawNAXHI/AAAAAAAABJ8/nTyktBsmImA/s400/Kara.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Click images for a larger view.</i></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-9206618167005152704?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-45916048542770119762011-08-25T07:50:00.000-04:002011-08-25T07:50:40.919-04:00Manaluchi Fall/Winter 2011 Cover<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ttPwdydqy3I/TlYzpM31t8I/AAAAAAAABJs/ak8l_wHpjU8/s1600/ManaluchiCover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ttPwdydqy3I/TlYzpM31t8I/AAAAAAAABJs/ak8l_wHpjU8/s400/ManaluchiCover.jpg" width="330" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Check out <a href="http://www.prestonbailey.com/">Preston Bailey's</a> gorgeous phalaenopsis dress, inspired by a <a href="http://www.marchesa.com/index.php">Marchesa</a> gown, on the cover of <a href="http://munaluchibridal.com/">Manaluchi&nbsp;Bridal's</a>&nbsp;Fall/Winter 2011 issue! &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You just can't go wrong with 250 white phalaenopsis orchids, 400 white hydrangea, 300 tibet roses, and 100 pink rosita vandela roses.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thanks to the folks at <a href="http://www.prestonbailey.com/">Elly B Events</a> for sharing the original post. :)</div><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4591604854277011976?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-8162411821193370462011-08-17T15:57:00.015-04:002011-08-17T16:39:14.055-04:00Kerri and Greshon - Real Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8uuiVyDusSk/TkwW4LuIKII/AAAAAAAABI0/hl_IZpVdKDE/s1600/KH1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8uuiVyDusSk/TkwW4LuIKII/AAAAAAAABI0/hl_IZpVdKDE/s640/KH1.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-azUt0PdjnZc/TkwYI-Ok5CI/AAAAAAAABI8/vbyigVfJwqc/s1600/KH9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-azUt0PdjnZc/TkwYI-Ok5CI/AAAAAAAABI8/vbyigVfJwqc/s400/KH9.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;">Congratulations to Kerri and Greshon, whose beautiful wedding took place over the July 4th weekend at the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dekalbhistory.org/dekalb_history_center_facility-rental.htm">Old Decatur Courthouse</a>! &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8us1cAPYcxw/TkwC5loY8UI/AAAAAAAABIQ/TSgICtPDoOw/s1600/KH4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8us1cAPYcxw/TkwC5loY8UI/AAAAAAAABIQ/TSgICtPDoOw/s640/KH4.jpg" width="430" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Petals in a crisscross pattern line the aisle, and bring fresh design to an old tradition.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zEvuJixivaY/TkwXgTv4DZI/AAAAAAAABI4/8S2PXkQecEs/s1600/KH2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zEvuJixivaY/TkwXgTv4DZI/AAAAAAAABI4/8S2PXkQecEs/s640/KH2.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TrVpEFGJVNI/TkwDwUOagQI/AAAAAAAABIc/AmNafR6_JGg/s1600/KH28b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TrVpEFGJVNI/TkwDwUOagQI/AAAAAAAABIc/AmNafR6_JGg/s640/KH28b.jpg" width="425" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Magenta dendrobium orchids intertwined with a spray of curly willow branches. &nbsp;Our most popular signature design!</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cqhg4Za_vmA/Tkwizoj8BRI/AAAAAAAABJk/ka-b_VlNeF8/s1600/KH14c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cqhg4Za_vmA/Tkwizoj8BRI/AAAAAAAABJk/ka-b_VlNeF8/s640/KH14c.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Curved calla lilies and dendrobium ochid blooms accent the contours of a pomander ball.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cPBhKP5vg2g/TkwEgJBTeOI/AAAAAAAABIk/fHu81T1CYuM/s1600/KH13b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cPBhKP5vg2g/TkwEgJBTeOI/AAAAAAAABIk/fHu81T1CYuM/s640/KH13b.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Detail arrangements in contemporary designs run the length of the estate tables.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MyIL3eEDh80/TkwaCn1XvKI/AAAAAAAABJM/lEisa7YzrZY/s1600/KH25.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MyIL3eEDh80/TkwaCn1XvKI/AAAAAAAABJM/lEisa7YzrZY/s400/KH25.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Click images for a larger view!</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A special thanks to the very talented <a href="mailto:alan@love4lifephotos.com">Alan Jay</a> of <a href="http://www.love4lifephotos.com/">Love 4 Life Photos</a> for these gorgeous images!</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span id="goog_218935232"></span><span id="goog_218935233"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span id="goog_1290488950"></span><span id="goog_1290488951"></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-816241182119337046?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-66309694487103297582011-06-30T15:37:00.000-04:002011-06-30T15:37:47.913-04:00ICS Annual Auction Fundraiser Results<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yuavopEHAgs/TgzMTUdMKHI/AAAAAAAABGw/pFkV297Yvs8/s1600/ICS_Auction2011b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yuavopEHAgs/TgzMTUdMKHI/AAAAAAAABGw/pFkV297Yvs8/s400/ICS_Auction2011b.jpg" width="280" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was such a privilege to be part of The International Community School's Annual Fundraising Auction, which took place this past Spring at the <a href="http://www.cartercenter.org/index.html">Carter Center</a> in Atlanta, GA. &nbsp;<a href="http://icsgeorgia.org/">ICS</a> is one of my favorite non-profit organizations, so I was thrilled to see that efforts for the evening were a huge success!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5iLItmUiM0o/TgzNYfDk3CI/AAAAAAAABG4/w0mflcbYQ7w/s1600/ICS_Auction2011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5iLItmUiM0o/TgzNYfDk3CI/AAAAAAAABG4/w0mflcbYQ7w/s400/ICS_Auction2011.jpg" width="307" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yuavopEHAgs/TgzMTUdMKHI/AAAAAAAABGw/pFkV297Yvs8/s1600/ICS_Auction2011b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; color: black;"></span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6630969448710329758?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-81944439302921232572010-12-17T16:03:00.002-05:002010-12-17T18:35:35.218-05:00Chavonda and Tim - Real Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvCFGnDNZI/AAAAAAAABFU/1P_aCLlW7cM/s400/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3707_low.jpg" width="255" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Congratulations to the lovely couple, Chavonda and Tim, whose beautiful Ceremony and Reception took place at the <a href="http://www.saintphilip.org/">Saint Philip A.M.E. Church</a>, and the <a href="http://emoryconferencecente-px.trvlclick.com/">Emory Conference Center</a> this past September!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvCkl4JJ1I/AAAAAAAABFY/Zg7i9jq8e_E/s1600/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3525_low.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="282" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvCkl4JJ1I/AAAAAAAABFY/Zg7i9jq8e_E/s400/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3525_low.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvGAsP0EOI/AAAAAAAABF8/ArD7yh9vM1w/s1600/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3178b_low.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="393" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvGAsP0EOI/AAAAAAAABF8/ArD7yh9vM1w/s400/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3178b_low.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvGt_FNujI/AAAAAAAABGM/A1tE_V4sHng/s1600/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3608_low.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="452" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvGt_FNujI/AAAAAAAABGM/A1tE_V4sHng/s640/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3608_low.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvMyghlfvI/AAAAAAAABGY/EF6ZwSA-41w/s1600/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3696_low.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvMyghlfvI/AAAAAAAABGY/EF6ZwSA-41w/s640/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3696_low.jpg" width="408" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvE3Aw3IvI/AAAAAAAABF0/nCLjATpIYPo/s1600/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3699_low.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvE3Aw3IvI/AAAAAAAABF0/nCLjATpIYPo/s640/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3699_low.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="408" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvJnE_-mOI/AAAAAAAABGQ/oto9zb8MpzU/s1600/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3693_low.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TQvJnE_-mOI/AAAAAAAABGQ/oto9zb8MpzU/s640/Mills_Butler_JaxonPhotography_MB3693_low.jpg" width="408" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Cake by <a href="http://www.sweet-sensations.com/">Sweet Sensations</a>, Linens by <a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Very special thanks to <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a> for coordinating the event, and for <a href="http://www.jaxonphoto.com/">Jaxon Photography</a> for sharing the gorgeous images!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8194443930292123257?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-60099409239541547662010-12-02T09:57:00.002-05:002010-12-02T10:28:27.025-05:00Essence.com - Client FeatureI'm so excited that Tony and Rhonda's wedding at the <a href="http://www.novareevents.com/biltmore/">Biltmore Ballrooms</a>, was recently featured on <a href="http://www.essence.com/relationships/hot_topics_5/rhonda_rawls_edmund_peterson.php">Essence.com</a>! <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TPe1ivzMSeI/AAAAAAAABEk/czqDIYY0H60/s1600/Rhonda2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TPe1ivzMSeI/AAAAAAAABEk/czqDIYY0H60/s400/Rhonda2.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TPet8WXsJGI/AAAAAAAABEc/oICywHq0h9Q/s1600/Essence2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="345" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TPet8WXsJGI/AAAAAAAABEc/oICywHq0h9Q/s400/Essence2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Congratulations to the wonderful couple! &nbsp;Be sure to read their <a href="http://www.essence.com/relationships/hot_topics_5/rhonda_rawls_edmund_peterson.php">romantic story</a> and check out their gallery of <a href="http://photos.essence.com/galleries/bridal_bliss_rhonda_and_edmund">wedding images,</a> taken by the very talented&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adoreamore.com/">Adore Amore Photography</a>!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6009940923954154766?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-48366438146155358742010-11-19T08:50:00.002-05:002010-11-19T08:55:38.979-05:00Save the Date - GLA's 35th Annual Gala!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TOZ_hq8HURI/AAAAAAAABEY/1rQGIW65v9s/s1600/GLA+2010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TOZ_hq8HURI/AAAAAAAABEY/1rQGIW65v9s/s400/GLA+2010.jpg" width="183" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The folks at <a href="http://www.glarts.org/">Georgia Lawyers for the Arts</a> are some of my FAVORITE clients, so I'm always ecstatic when they ask me to provide the Floral Decor for their Annual GLA Gala. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm so looking forward to showcasing some new signature designs!&nbsp;</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4836643814615535874?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-52043846190684672102010-07-25T09:33:00.007-04:002010-07-25T09:49:00.763-04:00SHOSHO Designs Signature Cake DecorI am always so flattered when clients choose one of our signature designs! &nbsp;This gorgeous wedding cake by <a href="http://www.sweet-sensations.com/">Sweet Sensations</a> was showcased with an elegant and modern twist.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TEw7wzwMWnI/AAAAAAAABEE/GLardQ1l9ZI/s1600/EmilleCake.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TEw7wzwMWnI/AAAAAAAABEE/GLardQ1l9ZI/s400/EmilleCake.jpg" width="325" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Raised, clear, glass sheet lined with roses in 2" square votives.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>(Click image for larger view).</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Special thanks to <a href="http://www.robingaucher.com/">Robin Gaucher Photography</a> for the beautiful image. &nbsp;</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5204384619068467210?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-79571437794673572172010-07-04T13:23:00.003-04:002011-09-15T10:47:43.846-04:00Kara and John - Real WeddingCongratulations to Kara and John, who were married in January at the beautiful <a href="http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/040910/index.html;jsessionid=903978168A69331AE8D676013C46E83A">Atlanta Botanical Gardens</a>. &nbsp; &nbsp; <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDC0uSsuHQI/AAAAAAAABDE/jO-mFiofEXc/s1600/KaraJohn15.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDC0uSsuHQI/AAAAAAAABDE/jO-mFiofEXc/s640/KaraJohn15.jpg" width="424" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDC01XJpSRI/AAAAAAAABDM/QnhR6fJb7EE/s1600/KaraJohn2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="292" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDC01XJpSRI/AAAAAAAABDM/QnhR6fJb7EE/s320/KaraJohn2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Single&nbsp;Purple&nbsp;Hydrangea&nbsp;Posey.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDC07ajZIkI/AAAAAAAABDU/p0n5oXO_Luo/s1600/KaraJohn5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDC07ajZIkI/AAAAAAAABDU/p0n5oXO_Luo/s400/KaraJohn5.jpg" width="237" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Submerged&nbsp;Purple&nbsp;Mini&nbsp;Calla&nbsp;Lilies&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;clear,&nbsp;cylinder,&nbsp;glass&nbsp;vase.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBJZCxa4I/AAAAAAAABDc/BkRPo8AtwDY/s1600/KaraJohn7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBJZCxa4I/AAAAAAAABDc/BkRPo8AtwDY/s400/KaraJohn7.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Light&nbsp;and&nbsp;dark&nbsp;purple&nbsp;stock&nbsp;blooms&nbsp;in&nbsp;clear&nbsp;glass&nbsp;"trays."</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBPjCsTyI/AAAAAAAABDk/Ys34vKrvj80/s1600/KaraJohn9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBPjCsTyI/AAAAAAAABDk/Ys34vKrvj80/s400/KaraJohn9.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Mercury Glass centerpieces containing purple carnation mounds.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBTl2lXlI/AAAAAAAABD0/Fsog7yjuhOI/s1600/KaraJohn10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBTl2lXlI/AAAAAAAABD0/Fsog7yjuhOI/s400/KaraJohn10.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBYj5LPyI/AAAAAAAABD8/lFgeNbX66To/s1600/KaraJohn11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TDDBYj5LPyI/AAAAAAAABD8/lFgeNbX66To/s400/KaraJohn11.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Purple&nbsp;Carnation&nbsp;Pomander&nbsp;balanced&nbsp;on&nbsp;a&nbsp;</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Mercury&nbsp;Glass&nbsp;Candlestick Holder.</span></i></div><br />It is always great to work with talented friends from&nbsp;<a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/">StudioWed Atlanta</a>, and&nbsp;thank you so much to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight</a>&nbsp;for all of these gorgeous images!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-7957143779467357217?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-20135376525465560092010-07-03T10:07:00.004-04:002010-07-03T10:28:35.475-04:00Urban Chic TablescapeToday's feature is the gorgeous Urban Chic Table Scape that was created with our <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/">StudioWed Atlanta</a> friends at the <a href="http://www.hotelpalomar-atlantamidtown.com/">Hotel Palomar</a> earlier in the year:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9C_9HcRCI/AAAAAAAABCE/bpTW43cot5E/s1600/CityChic9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9C_9HcRCI/AAAAAAAABCE/bpTW43cot5E/s400/CityChic9.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9Ezd4mJ2I/AAAAAAAABC0/LOf90EAFpKQ/s1600/CityChic1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9Ezd4mJ2I/AAAAAAAABC0/LOf90EAFpKQ/s400/CityChic1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Contemporary Focal Arrangement composed of draping White Calla Lilies, Phaelanopsis Orchids, Roses and Kale.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9DMh0bWuI/AAAAAAAABCU/qtJRdAplHzQ/s1600/CityChic3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9DMh0bWuI/AAAAAAAABCU/qtJRdAplHzQ/s400/CityChic3.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Modern&nbsp;Details.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9Fxnh8drI/AAAAAAAABC8/B0BeBYbBCJY/s1600/CityChic4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9Fxnh8drI/AAAAAAAABC8/B0BeBYbBCJY/s400/CityChic4.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Single&nbsp;Scabiosa&nbsp;Pod&nbsp;to&nbsp;accent&nbsp;a&nbsp;letterpress&nbsp;menu&nbsp;card&nbsp;by&nbsp;</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Luxe&nbsp;Expressions.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9DfTZSRnI/AAAAAAAABCs/JzG2i2OmzRw/s1600/CityChic10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9DfTZSRnI/AAAAAAAABCs/JzG2i2OmzRw/s400/CityChic10.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Modern&nbsp;Details:&nbsp;&nbsp;Criss-crossing&nbsp;Mini-Calla&nbsp;Lilies.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9DZ0a_0rI/AAAAAAAABCk/D5wi251EMSY/s1600/CityChic6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TC9DZ0a_0rI/AAAAAAAABCk/D5wi251EMSY/s400/CityChic6.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">White Dendrobium Orchid Blooms to accent the Candy Buffet by Dreamy Gelato and Chocolates and Peachy Treats.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Special thanks to these contributing vendors:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Floral Design: &nbsp;<a href="http://shoshonale.com/home.html">SHOSHO Designs</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Table Design: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.lemiga.com/blog/">Lemiga Events</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Photography: &nbsp;<a href="http://blueworldstudios.com/">Blue World Studios</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Linens: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Stationery: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.luxeexpressions.com/">Luxe Expressions</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Candy Buffet: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.dreamygelato.com/">Dreamy Gelato and Chocolates</a>, <a href="http://www.peachytreats.com/">Peachy Treats</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Rentals: &nbsp;<a href="http://erultd.com/">Event Rentals Unlimited</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-2013537652546556009?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-82199624406287686752010-06-30T10:02:00.001-04:002010-06-30T10:03:47.667-04:00Kavitha & Hunter Featured on Maharani Weddings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtKgxIhaNI/AAAAAAAABAk/EgqMZNlgdFA/s1600/Bradley-144.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtKgxIhaNI/AAAAAAAABAk/EgqMZNlgdFA/s400/Bradley-144.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>I am so thrilled that Kavitha and Hunter's Indian Fusion Wedding, that took place this past April at the <a href="http://www.dekalbhistory.org/">Old Decatur Courthouse</a>, is featured on <a href="http://www.maharaniweddings.com/maharani/2010/06/featured-indian-fusion-wedding-kavitha-hunter.html">Maharani Weddings</a>! <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtK5GRZb4I/AAAAAAAABAs/1vH-r325XP8/s1600/Bradley-177.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtK5GRZb4I/AAAAAAAABAs/1vH-r325XP8/s400/Bradley-177.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtLfeZPuUI/AAAAAAAABA0/1XWmK2VMB4M/s1600/Bradley-663.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtLfeZPuUI/AAAAAAAABA0/1XWmK2VMB4M/s400/Bradley-663.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtLrDHWiiI/AAAAAAAABA8/9MFweY1Y1bA/s1600/Bradley-230.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="282" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtLrDHWiiI/AAAAAAAABA8/9MFweY1Y1bA/s400/Bradley-230.jpg" width="400" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtL4Kk9E6I/AAAAAAAABBE/rrtQiheWfA8/s1600/Bradley-224.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtL4Kk9E6I/AAAAAAAABBE/rrtQiheWfA8/s400/Bradley-224.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMDq3C27I/AAAAAAAABBM/-HgrFKxqNQg/s1600/Bradley-228.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMDq3C27I/AAAAAAAABBM/-HgrFKxqNQg/s400/Bradley-228.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMUpJXSaI/AAAAAAAABBU/XxjbPqh66HM/s1600/Kavitha10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMUpJXSaI/AAAAAAAABBU/XxjbPqh66HM/s400/Kavitha10.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMeyJfc3I/AAAAAAAABBc/VdW-kqlFGSk/s1600/Kavitha4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="313" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMeyJfc3I/AAAAAAAABBc/VdW-kqlFGSk/s320/Kavitha4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMoERBN-I/AAAAAAAABBk/D2dXnk9_tmc/s1600/Kavitha16.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCtMoERBN-I/AAAAAAAABBk/D2dXnk9_tmc/s400/Kavitha16.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>Henna inspired cake by the talented <a href="http://eileenmcarter.blogspot.com/">Eileen Carter Creations.</a></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">SPECIAL thanks to <a href="http://jamiehowell.net/">Jamie Howell Photography</a> for all of the wonderful images.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8219962440628768675?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-77955597079316687762010-06-28T12:14:00.006-04:002010-07-01T09:23:44.981-04:00A Toast to Southern Wedding Media<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi5ZcuVAUI/AAAAAAAAA_s/0iPYZuCZlaQ/s1600/Dogwood4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="261" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi5ZcuVAUI/AAAAAAAAA_s/0iPYZuCZlaQ/s320/Dogwood4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I was so honored to provide flowers for the Private Dinner Event, "A Toast to Southern Wedding Media" hosted by <a href="http://www.weddingsoiree.com/">Wedding Soiree</a> and <a href="http://www.schramsberg.com/">Schramsburg</a> in early May.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCyV5-ulIGI/AAAAAAAABB0/edTH1UH60hI/s1600/WeddingSoiree1b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCyV5-ulIGI/AAAAAAAABB0/edTH1UH60hI/s400/WeddingSoiree1b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCyWG52kqkI/AAAAAAAABB8/sP8pQd8NxGs/s1600/WeddingSoiree1a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCyWG52kqkI/AAAAAAAABB8/sP8pQd8NxGs/s400/WeddingSoiree1a.jpg" width="361" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Modern Arrangements of callas, callas, callas!</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi6zp0gmMI/AAAAAAAAA_0/SmKF4JuKZM8/s1600/Dogwood1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi6zp0gmMI/AAAAAAAAA_0/SmKF4JuKZM8/s400/Dogwood1.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Invites and Menus&nbsp;</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">b</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">y</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">&nbsp;Exquisite&nbsp;Events&nbsp;Invites</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi7u8w58FI/AAAAAAAABAc/GsJpWKgSTTc/s1600/Dogwood6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi7u8w58FI/AAAAAAAABAc/GsJpWKgSTTc/s400/Dogwood6.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">E</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">v</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">e</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">n</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">t</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">&nbsp;</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">S</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">p</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">a</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">c</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">e</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">&nbsp;</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">a</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">n</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">d</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">&nbsp;</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">D</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">i</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">n</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">n</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">e</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">r</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">&nbsp;</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">a</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">t</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">&nbsp;</span></i><a href="http://www.dogwoodrestaurant.com/"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Dogwood&nbsp;Restaurant</span></i></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi7klwuu_I/AAAAAAAABAM/trXz_ryIjpw/s1600/Dogwood3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi7klwuu_I/AAAAAAAABAM/trXz_ryIjpw/s400/Dogwood3.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Champagne by </span></i><a href="http://www.schramsberg.com/"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Schramsburg</span></i></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi7pOJkgjI/AAAAAAAABAU/d14Ul3kKdns/s1600/Dogwood5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TCi7pOJkgjI/AAAAAAAABAU/d14Ul3kKdns/s400/Dogwood5.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">A&nbsp;few&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;guests included (left to right): &nbsp;</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Heather Vreeland </span></i><a href="http://www.atlantaoccasions.com/"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">(Atlanta Occasions)</span></i></a><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, Suzanne Redd </span></i><i><a href="http://www.modernluxurybrides.com/atlanta"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">(Atlantan Brides)</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">,&nbsp;Hester Parks (Wedding Soiree), and Rachelle Henderson (VAIN Magazine)</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Special thanks to Myleike Teele, of <a href="http://www.artoffactspr.com/">Art of Facts + PR &amp; Marketing</a> for pulling it all together, and to <a href="http://www.dhcphoto.com/">David Christensen Photography</a> for the as always fabulous photos.</div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-7795559707931668776?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-22784928114534009372010-06-16T14:37:00.006-04:002010-06-16T14:46:42.861-04:00Tulips & Pansies - A Headdress Affair 2010<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;">Fashion. &nbsp;Fundraising. &nbsp;Flowers. &nbsp;What could be better?</span><br /><br />The <a href="http://www.villagecare.org/Event_Information/tulips/">2010 Tulip &amp; Pansies - Headdress Affair Event </a>was held on May 20, at <a href="http://www.gothamhallevents.com/">Gotham Hall</a> in New York City, and brought to the runway incredible creations by the most prestigious Floral and Fashion designers in support of <a href="http://www.villagecare.org/">Village Care</a>, a non-profit organization that provides programs for seniors and persons living with &nbsp;HIV/AIDS.<br /><br />Here are some of my favorite entries. &nbsp;Check out the rest <a href="http://www.villagecare.org/Event_Information/tulips/">here</a>, and tell us which ones were YOUR favorites!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkWVvwvTLI/AAAAAAAAA_M/n0g8I1FaQhY/s1600/TP1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkWVvwvTLI/AAAAAAAAA_M/n0g8I1FaQhY/s400/TP1.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">B.Michael, Michael Gaffney, and the New York School of Flower Design.</span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkWmRs_MnI/AAAAAAAAA_U/OhFJagHNE58/s1600/TP4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkWmRs_MnI/AAAAAAAAA_U/OhFJagHNE58/s400/TP4.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">DKNY and Ovando</span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkXHGasutI/AAAAAAAAA_k/m63PVd1NKIc/s1600/TP2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkXHGasutI/AAAAAAAAA_k/m63PVd1NKIc/s400/TP2.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Winner: Most Beautiful Headdress</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Betsy Johnson and Preston Bailey</span></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkXBr5SdHI/AAAAAAAAA_c/bniWRcHkIyA/s1600/TP5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/TBkXBr5SdHI/AAAAAAAAA_c/bniWRcHkIyA/s400/TP5.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Blonds and Linda Ferrando Floral Design</span></span></i><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: white;">All images courtesy of Michael Peyton and Village Care.</span></span></i></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-2278492811453400937?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-54757893541733358252010-03-30T13:10:00.001-04:002010-03-30T13:12:04.337-04:00Congratulations to Sweet Sensations - NACE Winner!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Congratulations to my friend, Sharon Alexander, of&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sweet-sensations.com/">Sweet Sensations</a>, who took home the coveted 1st Place Award for her STUNNING cake in the first ever&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nace.net/">NACE (National Association of Catering Executives)</a>&nbsp;separate cake category!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S7IujBHs9_I/AAAAAAAAA8k/O9uifzv9vFU/s1600/SS1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S7IujBHs9_I/AAAAAAAAA8k/O9uifzv9vFU/s400/SS1.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S7IuoXmHz4I/AAAAAAAAA80/k18yjepr4N8/s1600/SS3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S7IuoXmHz4I/AAAAAAAAA80/k18yjepr4N8/s400/SS3.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Yes, these flowers ARE all made of sugar!</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S7IulqBF3mI/AAAAAAAAA8s/q_pVflhUL-c/s1600/SS2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S7IulqBF3mI/AAAAAAAAA8s/q_pVflhUL-c/s640/SS2.jpg" width="428" /></a></div>This beautiful cake was inspired by a gorgeous <a href="http://www.matthewchristopher.com/">Matthew Christopher</a>&nbsp;gown, and was paired perfectly with a couture linen by designer, Tamara Gollob of <a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I DO Linens</a>. <br /><br />Congrats again, and I can't wait to work with you on E.D.'s June wedding!<br /><br />Thanks to <a href="http://www.myfotographa.com/">Fotographa</a> for the wonderful images.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5475789354173335825?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-38113772966837161062010-03-11T19:40:00.004-05:002010-03-12T08:55:58.113-05:00Save the Date - ICS Auction!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The <a href="http://icsgeorgia.org/">International Community School (ICS)</a> is one of my FAVORITE Atlanta area charter schools, and non-profit organizations! &nbsp;I am so glad to once again be part of the Decor Committee for their <a href="http://auctions.readysetauction.com/internationalcommuni/home">Annual Spring Fundraising Auction</a>&nbsp;and Gala, that will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at <a href="http://www.cartercenter.org/homepage.html">The Carter Center.</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S5mIxPCl_jI/AAAAAAAAA8U/09Uro3OlG0U/s1600-h/ICSPassage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S5mIxPCl_jI/AAAAAAAAA8U/09Uro3OlG0U/s400/ICSPassage.jpg" width="292" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S5mIzn_h59I/AAAAAAAAA8c/VIVKvdhagQs/s1600-h/ICSPassage2.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S5mIzn_h59I/AAAAAAAAA8c/VIVKvdhagQs/s400/ICSPassage2.gif" width="260" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This year's event promises Indian cuisine, cultural dancing, and of course...phenomenol Auction items.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There is still time to <a href="http://auctions.readysetauction.com/internationalcommuni/tickets/">buy tickets</a>, <a href="https://secure.readysetauction.com/auctions/internationalcommuni/donate/money">donate Auction items or services</a>, or <a href="https://secure.readysetauction.com/auctions/internationalcommuni/donate/money">make monetary&nbsp;donations</a>!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3811377296683716106?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-41549175042694409242010-03-01T09:00:00.003-05:002010-03-01T09:06:00.149-05:00Lindsey and John - Real Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">It took me a while, but the pics of <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2009/12/coming-soon-john-and-lindsey.html">John and Lindsey's</a> Wedding are finally posted! &nbsp;</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QMIWWQTQI/AAAAAAAAA8M/_zop4omgmSM/s1600-h/RegalLindsey.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QMIWWQTQI/AAAAAAAAA8M/_zop4omgmSM/s640/RegalLindsey.jpg" width="427" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Lindsey is so beautiful and regal!</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHcPCz1VI/AAAAAAAAA7E/4JyKickSRn4/s1600-h/Lindsey1b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHcPCz1VI/AAAAAAAAA7E/4JyKickSRn4/s320/Lindsey1b.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Bridal Bouquet composed of white hydrangea, roses, gardenias, and phalaenopsis orchids.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHgn-3AhI/AAAAAAAAA7M/er4n2SnUvxU/s1600-h/Lindsey2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHgn-3AhI/AAAAAAAAA7M/er4n2SnUvxU/s320/Lindsey2.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Bridesmaid Bouquets composed of chartreuse mini hydrangeas, ivory roses, and green cymbidium orchids.</span></span></i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Lindsey planned the ENTIRE wedding on her own, which is SUCH a huge and impressive feat! &nbsp;I really appreciated all of her wonderful ideas, including a classy, monogrammed theme!</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QIEbwuGRI/AAAAAAAAA8E/wiDlejShsHw/s1600-h/Lindsey3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QIEbwuGRI/AAAAAAAAA8E/wiDlejShsHw/s320/Lindsey3.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHle470HI/AAAAAAAAA7U/DUEOUUu0bnI/s1600-h/0036.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHle470HI/AAAAAAAAA7U/DUEOUUu0bnI/s320/0036.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Initialed charms for each of the BM Bouquets.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QH1_bBxCI/AAAAAAAAA78/EC7cBMrO4_0/s1600-h/0362.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QH1_bBxCI/AAAAAAAAA78/EC7cBMrO4_0/s400/0362.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHle470HI/AAAAAAAAA7U/DUEOUUu0bnI/s1600-h/0036.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHsoO0S6I/AAAAAAAAA7k/podNDn1m2hQ/s1600-h/0322.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHsoO0S6I/AAAAAAAAA7k/podNDn1m2hQ/s400/0322.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHvpJ4iKI/AAAAAAAAA7s/_LxWsvqQ7MY/s1600-h/0323.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHvpJ4iKI/AAAAAAAAA7s/_LxWsvqQ7MY/s400/0323.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHyP_TaCI/AAAAAAAAA70/k1PoxnITQ1U/s1600-h/0326.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4QHyP_TaCI/AAAAAAAAA70/k1PoxnITQ1U/s400/0326.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">SPECIAL thanks to <a href="http://www.shannonseye.net/">Photography by Shannon</a> for capturing all of these great images!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4154917504269440924?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-84975173781086618422010-02-22T09:00:00.002-05:002010-02-22T09:10:04.205-05:002010 WeddingWire Bride's Choice Award Recipient<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4Bv71ky5PI/AAAAAAAAA60/9ggZy1CeznM/s1600-h/BridesChoice.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="167" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4Bv71ky5PI/AAAAAAAAA60/9ggZy1CeznM/s400/BridesChoice.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am so honored to announce that <a href="http://shoshonale.com/splash.html">SHOSHO Designs</a> is among the top five percent of all vendors in the <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/">WeddingWire</a> community to have been selected to receive the 2010 WeddingWire Bride's Choice Award!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The annual Bride's Choice Award recognizes excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Special thanks to past and present brides, and our many friends within the industry who have helped us to achieve such a prestigious honor!</div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 15px;"></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8497517378108661842?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-15871066644599661382010-02-20T17:30:00.010-05:002010-02-20T17:44:24.880-05:00Simply Red<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4BfxCNRBaI/AAAAAAAAA6s/omtpDX4OhqM/s1600-h/RedRoss2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4BfxCNRBaI/AAAAAAAAA6s/omtpDX4OhqM/s640/RedRoss2.jpg" width="427" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4Bfkv_J9gI/AAAAAAAAA6k/mvcxVCMLSb8/s1600/RedRoss1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S4Bfkv_J9gI/AAAAAAAAA6k/mvcxVCMLSb8/s400/RedRoss1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>A couple of weeks ago, Ross from <a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight Photography</a>&nbsp;asked for a dramatic red bouquet for a Bridal Session at the <a href="http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3167">W Atlanta Hotel</a> in Buckhead. &nbsp;Well, the photo shoot was the NEXT DAY, and ALL I had were roses!<br /><div><br /></div><div>Who knew that simple red roses could be so stunning?</div><div><br /></div><div>Be sure to check out the rest of Ross's gorgeous images from this shoot <a href="http://www.rossoscarknightphotography.net/2010/02/w-hotel-bridal-session-by-ross-oscar.html">here</a>!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1587106664459966138?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-32199099816413684682010-01-28T15:55:00.001-05:002010-01-28T15:56:41.643-05:00StudioWed Venue Tours<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S2H5C0os1hI/AAAAAAAAA6M/5pTK2EP5DKw/s1600-h/studiowed+postcard+%232.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S2H5C0os1hI/AAAAAAAAA6M/5pTK2EP5DKw/s640/studiowed+postcard+%232.jpg" width="412" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>(Click image to enlarge)</i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>Join StudioWed for its Venue Tour Series! &nbsp;The cost is $25 per person and includes breakfast, transportation, heavy hors d'oeuvres, StudioWed gift bag, and special offers. &nbsp;Each tour is limited to 22 guests. &nbsp;<a href="http://studiowedvenuetours.eventbrite.com/">Click here to register!</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3219909981641368468?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-62060694965707600212010-01-26T09:38:00.002-05:002010-01-26T14:43:03.677-05:00StudioWed Luxury Wedding Giveaway Update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S177YbfyA_I/AAAAAAAAA58/eln1wTJZ5YQ/s1600-h/KaraEngagement.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S177YbfyA_I/AAAAAAAAA58/eln1wTJZ5YQ/s400/KaraEngagement.jpg" width="400" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Engagement Photography Session by: &nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.blueworldstudios.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Blue World Studios</span></a></i><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Last May, <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2009/06/studiowed-atlanta-luxury-wedding.html">Kara and John</a> were chosen by the public as the very deserving couple to receive a FREE luxury wedding valued at over $70,000!<br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S178ZAW8qtI/AAAAAAAAA6E/h-0EEc5GPh0/s1600-h/KaraStationery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S178ZAW8qtI/AAAAAAAAA6E/h-0EEc5GPh0/s400/KaraStationery.jpg" width="400" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Stationery Suite by: &nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.luxeexpressions.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Luxe Expressions</span></a></i><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://shoshonale.com/splash.html">SHOSHO Designs</a> and all of the other <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> vendors have been working very hard over the past year in preparation for the BIG Day, that FINALLY took place at the <a href="http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/home.do">Atlantic Botanical Garden</a> last Sunday, January 24, 2010.<br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight</a> was the chosen event photographer, and I will be so excited to showcase the floral designs that Kara and John had chosen for their Ceremony and Reception!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6206069496570760021?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-80531144293672941982010-01-17T08:01:00.003-05:002010-01-18T17:05:36.950-05:00Ross Oscar Knight Photography Workshop #7<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S0-HYYblU4I/AAAAAAAAA5E/cu-CvZqg5lY/s1600-h/Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+Experience+Knight+6_0003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S0-HYYblU4I/AAAAAAAAA5E/cu-CvZqg5lY/s640/Ross+Oscar+Knight+Photography+Experience+Knight+6_0003.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Lush Bouquet composed of fuchsia vanda orchids, jeweled red peonies and folded flax leaves.</span></span></i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight</a>&nbsp;is one of my all-time FAVORITE photographers, so I had been DELIGHTED when he asked me to provide bouquet and centerpiece flowers for his "EXPERIENCE KNIGHT" Photography Workshop Series #6 last December. <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The EXPERIENCE KNIGHT Workshops are a MUST attend for hobbyists and seasoned professionals alike, who are interested in taking their photography and/or business to a WHOLE new level!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S1IBoE3NoiI/AAAAAAAAA5U/9p43D55pokU/s1600-h/ROKWorkshop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S1IBoE3NoiI/AAAAAAAAA5U/9p43D55pokU/s400/ROKWorkshop.jpg" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Good news!&nbsp;&nbsp;Workshop&nbsp;#7&nbsp;is scheduled for February 19-20. &nbsp;Click <a href="http://www.rossoscarknightphotography.net/2009/12/experience-knight-workshop-7-february.html">here</a> for more details.<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8053114429367294198?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-44065735624879908852010-01-15T22:26:00.004-05:002010-02-01T15:26:22.843-05:00StudioWed Presents - The Wedding Experience<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S1EaCyOR_LI/AAAAAAAAA5M/q1quqZWNxRQ/s1600-h/SWWeddingExperience.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S1EaCyOR_LI/AAAAAAAAA5M/q1quqZWNxRQ/s640/SWWeddingExperience.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Wedding Experience, a luxury bridal event, will be held at the <a href="http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Buckhead/Default.htm">Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead</a> in Atlanta, GA on February 13, 2010.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This&nbsp;luxury&nbsp;bridal&nbsp;event&nbsp;will&nbsp;feature&nbsp;interactive&nbsp;vendor&nbsp;displays&nbsp;by &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="http://www.studiowed.net/">StudioWed</a>&nbsp;industry&nbsp;professionals&nbsp;from&nbsp;Atlanta,&nbsp;Ashville,&nbsp;and &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Nashville, &nbsp;informative&nbsp;seminars on wedding planning, decor, photography, and stationery, a Cocktail Style Lunch, a Luxury Evening Reception, Guest Speaker Tara Guerard, and much more!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Visit the Wedding Experience website at <a href="http://www.studiowedexperience.com/">www.studiowedexperience.com</a> for more details. &nbsp;To purchase tickets, visit <a href="http://www.studiowedexperience.eventbrite.com/">www.studiowedexperience.eventbrite.com</a>.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4406573562487990885?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-82006579444329446152010-01-10T12:30:00.003-05:002010-01-18T16:58:13.170-05:00Atlanta Weddings Bridal Show<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S0kZR6ksvFI/AAAAAAAAA48/FEWcRsRtBLI/s1600-h/AtlantaWeddingsWP.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/S0kZR6ksvFI/AAAAAAAAA48/FEWcRsRtBLI/s400/AtlantaWeddingsWP.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The New Year is in full swing, and January is already breezing by! &nbsp;So don't miss out on one of the first and best Bridal Shows of 2010! &nbsp;<a href="http://www.atlantamagazine.com/Weddings.aspx">Atlanta&nbsp;Weddings</a>&nbsp;presents&nbsp;an&nbsp;evening&nbsp;of elegance this&nbsp;Wednesday,&nbsp;January&nbsp;13,&nbsp;2010&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;<a href="http://www.thegeorgianterrace.com/">Georgian&nbsp;Terrace&nbsp;Hotel</a>&nbsp;in&nbsp;Midtown.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Remember&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2009/11/studiowed-ad-shoot-at-hotel-palomar.html">Hotel&nbsp;Palomar&nbsp;photoshoot</a>?&nbsp;&nbsp;Be sure to stop by the Mitchell Ballroom, where my <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed</a> associates and I will be showcasing that City Chic Tablescape, as well as many other inspirations!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://t2.clicknprint.com/tix/SilverStream/Pages/pgIndex.html?siteID=797">Click here to order tickets.</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8200657944432944615?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-90721658358409891752009-12-16T16:46:00.001-05:002009-12-17T15:06:38.952-05:00Katie and Isaac<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SylSrJL_HmI/AAAAAAAAA40/iHHqKoKgBOw/s1600-h/KI.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SylSrJL_HmI/AAAAAAAAA40/iHHqKoKgBOw/s400/KI.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Congratulations to my good friends, Katie and Isaac, who were married this past November in Madison, WI! <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Katie, a DIY bride, assisted me with several weddings this past year (including the gorgeous <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2009/11/taylor-and-travis-real-wedding.html">Taylor and Travis event</a>) so that she could get comfortable setting up her wedding and designing her floral arrangements. &nbsp;Special thanks &nbsp;to she and Isaac for all of their hard work!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-9072165835840989175?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-57992752148308985632009-12-04T11:50:00.002-05:002009-12-04T11:53:53.920-05:00Coming Soon - John and Lindsey<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sxk8PUiHe9I/AAAAAAAAA4k/Lqc1Xsx9ERI/s1600-h/Lindsey2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sxk8PUiHe9I/AAAAAAAAA4k/Lqc1Xsx9ERI/s320/Lindsey2.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Congratulations to Lindsey and John who were married last October at the <a href="http://www.indianhillscc.com/">Indian Hills Country Club</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can't tell from their smiles, but it was one of the chilliest days of the year!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sxk8ZXov3II/AAAAAAAAA4s/BCrzfnVJkAY/s1600-h/Lindsey1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sxk8ZXov3II/AAAAAAAAA4s/BCrzfnVJkAY/s640/Lindsey1.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Special thanks to Shannon Wright of <a href="http://www.shannonseye.net/">Photography by Shannon</a> for her STUNNING images. &nbsp;Check back soon for the FLOWER pics!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5799275214830898563?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-89198971888125249642009-11-30T15:34:00.004-05:002009-12-03T10:50:15.611-05:00Taylor and Travis - Real Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQjURU7SVI/AAAAAAAAA3U/IqN59LLpazc/s1600/Malcolm8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQjURU7SVI/AAAAAAAAA3U/IqN59LLpazc/s400/Malcolm8.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Congratulations to Taylor and Travis who were happily married last September - despite the POURING rain! &nbsp;Thanks for letting me be a part of it!<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQj8L4HMwI/AAAAAAAAA30/nFMhp9Bk7to/s1600/Taylor4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQj8L4HMwI/AAAAAAAAA30/nFMhp9Bk7to/s320/Taylor4.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Bridal Bouquet. &nbsp;White roses, mini-calla lilies, and jeweled stephanotis.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQku0OuxjI/AAAAAAAAA4M/NbPENjXhyII/s1600/Taylor6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQku0OuxjI/AAAAAAAAA4M/NbPENjXhyII/s320/Taylor6.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQkx60ETxI/AAAAAAAAA4U/TaUmfZ0aPFM/s1600/Taylor5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQkx60ETxI/AAAAAAAAA4U/TaUmfZ0aPFM/s320/Taylor5.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Bridesmaids bouquets composed of orange roses, mango mini-calla lilies, hot pink spray roses, and green cymbidium orchids.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQj3ehAIPI/AAAAAAAAA3s/8fOfmoQXoZs/s1600/Taylor2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQj3ehAIPI/AAAAAAAAA3s/8fOfmoQXoZs/s400/Taylor2.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The gorgeous Reception took place under the <a href="http://www.piedmontroom.com/gardentent/">Piedmont Garden Tent.</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQjn2eLIyI/AAAAAAAAA3c/An05TALB2dM/s1600/Malcolm1b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQjn2eLIyI/AAAAAAAAA3c/An05TALB2dM/s400/Malcolm1b.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Orange dahlias, roses, and mokara orchids, yellow roses and oncidium orchids, hot pink spray roses, and curly willow branches.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQjvNfncNI/AAAAAAAAA3k/x6ie298lYCk/s1600/Malcolm6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQjvNfncNI/AAAAAAAAA3k/x6ie298lYCk/s400/Malcolm6.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Submerged Orange Cymbidium Orchid Stems.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQmgWm4p2I/AAAAAAAAA4c/cW-f4BH6l5w/s1600/Taylor1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SxQmgWm4p2I/AAAAAAAAA4c/cW-f4BH6l5w/s400/Taylor1.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Happily Ever After.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Special thanks to <a href="http://www.AndreaTaylorStudio.com/">Andrea Taylor Studios</a> for such beautiful photography. &nbsp;Click here to view a <a href="http://www.andreataylorstudio.com/Slideshows/MalcolmMageeWedding/">slideshow</a> of more incredible images!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8919897188812524964?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-35825487706828543812009-11-19T13:11:00.005-05:002009-11-19T13:14:14.929-05:00Georgia Lawyers for the Arts Gala<a href="http://www.glarts.org/">Georgia Lawyers for the Arts</a> is such a wonderful non-profit organization. &nbsp;I am honored to provide the Floral Decor for tomorrow's Art Auction Benefit at <a href="http://www.masonmurer.com/">Mason Murer Fine Art Gallery</a> in Midtown Atlanta! <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwWJjVmEBmI/AAAAAAAAA3M/4NHO7tUv_lM/s1600/GLAGALA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwWJjVmEBmI/AAAAAAAAA3M/4NHO7tUv_lM/s400/GLAGALA.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: #b4a7d6;"><span style="font-size: small;">Click image for larger view.</span></span></i><br /></div>There's still time to purchase your tickets to support GLA!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3582548770682854381?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-34906213978893338422009-11-18T13:39:00.005-05:002009-11-18T13:53:55.440-05:00Custom Bride and Groom Kokeshi Couples<div style="text-align: left;">We love how <a href="http://www.etsy.com/">Etsy</a> seller, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/temple7e">Muluc of temple7e</a>, builds, sands down and paints this:<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5AeMkjjI/AAAAAAAAA2U/OJZ0Fygtmwo/s1600/BlankKokeshi.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5AeMkjjI/AAAAAAAAA2U/OJZ0Fygtmwo/s200/BlankKokeshi.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">to create these:<br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5NgkOYyI/AAAAAAAAA2c/eejLv50ZTY0/s1600/Kokeshi1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5NgkOYyI/AAAAAAAAA2c/eejLv50ZTY0/s200/Kokeshi1.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5TPyHpKI/AAAAAAAAA2k/Ax0sSKNCexg/s1600/Kokeshi3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5TPyHpKI/AAAAAAAAA2k/Ax0sSKNCexg/s200/Kokeshi3.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5cMUh28I/AAAAAAAAA2s/kWKUphFDaEI/s1600/Kokeshi4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5cMUh28I/AAAAAAAAA2s/kWKUphFDaEI/s200/Kokeshi4.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5kk2NcQI/AAAAAAAAA20/255_ABgvt1U/s1600/Kokeshi2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ5kk2NcQI/AAAAAAAAA20/255_ABgvt1U/s200/Kokeshi2.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;">and of course, couple favorites, Han and Leia:<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ52S5uipI/AAAAAAAAA28/1szv1z1A1Hs/s1600/KokeshiHanLeia.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SwQ52S5uipI/AAAAAAAAA28/1szv1z1A1Hs/s200/KokeshiHanLeia.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Be sure to visit the REST of the superfun&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kokeshiclan.com/">"Kokeshi Clan</a>"!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3490621397889333842?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-67907234178504243972009-11-13T08:00:00.012-05:002010-02-23T12:23:14.390-05:00StudioWed Ad Shoot at Hotel PalomarLast month, several of my <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/vendors.php">StudioWed</a>&nbsp;vendor associates and I collaborated on a gorgeous ad shoot for 2010 at the luxurious&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hotelpalomar-atlantamidtown.com/">Hotel Palomar</a> in Midtown Atlanta, that will go to print in some of Atlanta's TOP wedding magazines!<br /><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few of my favorite images from the Bridal Portraits portion, captured by the very talented <a href="http://www.lianalehman.com/">Liana Photography</a>. &nbsp;<i>(View more <a href="http://lianasbananas.com/weddings/bridal-portraits-at-hotel-palomar-atlanta/">HERE</a>).</i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmBcIwDTdI/AAAAAAAAA10/znZUqR9Lews/s1600-h/GreenCymbidBouquet.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmBcIwDTdI/AAAAAAAAA10/znZUqR9Lews/s400/GreenCymbidBouquet.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Lush bouquet composed of Green Cymbidium Orchids, Button Mums, and Hypericum Berries, hand-tied w/ a green satin ribbon.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmGBRH3jXI/AAAAAAAAA18/TC-3tOEO0Wc/s1600-h/HPBouquetShoot1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmGBRH3jXI/AAAAAAAAA18/TC-3tOEO0Wc/s400/HPBouquetShoot1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmGLvpmSNI/AAAAAAAAA2E/Hz4F_uappqc/s1600-h/HPBouquetShoot3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmGLvpmSNI/AAAAAAAAA2E/Hz4F_uappqc/s400/HPBouquetShoot3.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Many thanks to these additional contributors:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.hotelpalomar-atlantamidtown.com/">Hotel Palomar</a> - <i>(Shoot Location)</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tamara and Kurt - <i>(Bridal Portrait Couple)</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a> - <i>(Shoot Concept)</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.dragonflythesalon.com/stylist.html">Max</a> at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dragonflythesalon.com/contact.html">Dragonfly&nbsp;Salon</a> - <i>(Hair and Make Up)</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://shoshonale.com/splash.html">Shosho Designs</a> - (<i>Bridal Bouquet)</i></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6790723417850424397?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-53598134427363617572009-11-11T08:00:00.013-05:002009-11-11T12:15:19.251-05:00Modern Fall Elegance Tablescape<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I'm so proud to show how beautifully our collaborative "Modern Fall Elegance Tablescape" (showcased during <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta's</a> "Inspired Bride Event") came out! &nbsp;Special thanks to <a href="http://www.lianalehman.com/">Liana Photography</a> for the gorgeous images!<br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmKvOgZ4iI/AAAAAAAAA2M/QyHpoQQXTwM/s1600-h/FallElegance1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvmKvOgZ4iI/AAAAAAAAA2M/QyHpoQQXTwM/s640/FallElegance1.jpg" width="426" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Custom designed table linens, fabric rose details, and chair sashes by <a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a>.</i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh3l7KjUYI/AAAAAAAAA08/YSJj52NceoQ/s1600-h/FallElegance2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh3l7KjUYI/AAAAAAAAA08/YSJj52NceoQ/s400/FallElegance2.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh3wkx0ZII/AAAAAAAAA1E/0DydwnRCvLc/s1600-h/FallElegance7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh3wkx0ZII/AAAAAAAAA1E/0DydwnRCvLc/s400/FallElegance7.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh36MkBnTI/AAAAAAAAA1M/w8fFRdW4V_Y/s1600-h/FallElegance8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh36MkBnTI/AAAAAAAAA1M/w8fFRdW4V_Y/s320/FallElegance8.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4b0t2ydI/AAAAAAAAA1s/X1KShCXA8FU/s1600-h/FallElegance5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4b0t2ydI/AAAAAAAAA1s/X1KShCXA8FU/s320/FallElegance5.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4FHhQHtI/AAAAAAAAA1U/dQUigLPOoq8/s1600-h/FallElegance3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4FHhQHtI/AAAAAAAAA1U/dQUigLPOoq8/s320/FallElegance3.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4KVGLhGI/AAAAAAAAA1c/Wkt9R3JMEeE/s1600-h/FallElegance4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4KVGLhGI/AAAAAAAAA1c/Wkt9R3JMEeE/s320/FallElegance4.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Calligraphy Letterpress Stationery by <a href="http://www.luxeexpressions.com/">Luxe Expressions</a>.</i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4VORgziI/AAAAAAAAA1k/0VXRARr6h_c/s1600-h/FallElegance6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svh4VORgziI/AAAAAAAAA1k/0VXRARr6h_c/s400/FallElegance6.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Cake by <a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarplum Visions</a>.</i><br /></div><br />Many thanks to all of the StudioWed vendors who contributed to making this tablescape so incredible!<br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;">Photography -&nbsp;<span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.lianalehman.com/">Liana Photography</a></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"> Flowers -&nbsp;<span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://shoshonale.com/splash.html">Shosho Designs</a></span><br />Linens -&nbsp;<a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a><br />China -&nbsp;<span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.owenlawrence.com/content/14.htm">Owen Lawrence</a></span><br />Cake -&nbsp;<span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarplum Visions</a></span><br />Stationery -&nbsp;<span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.luxeexpressions.com/">Luxe Expressions</a></span><br />Rentals -&nbsp;<span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.erultd.com/">Event Rentals Unlimited</a></span><br />Table Design -<a href="http://www.lemiga.com/" mce_href="http://www.lemiga.com/" style="color: #e895cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">&nbsp;</a><span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a></span></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5359813442736361757?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-40729794416518973842009-11-09T08:01:00.004-05:002009-11-09T10:30:28.588-05:00Rachelle and Damon - Real Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdd-NypGNI/AAAAAAAAAy8/KaSSFdBke14/s1600-h/Rachelle10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdd-NypGNI/AAAAAAAAAy8/KaSSFdBke14/s400/Rachelle10.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvdlYO9VjnI/AAAAAAAAAz8/vKwAD_RB8p8/s1600-h/Rachelle14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvdlYO9VjnI/AAAAAAAAAz8/vKwAD_RB8p8/s400/Rachelle14.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Congratutions again to Rachelle and Damon who were married this past September!</span></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: normal;"></span>Stationery designed by <a href="http://www.aboutserendipity.com/">Serendipity</a>.</span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></i></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdem0IEbZI/AAAAAAAAAzE/W0C-Ptc3f8s/s1600-h/Rachelle4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdem0IEbZI/AAAAAAAAAzE/W0C-Ptc3f8s/s400/Rachelle4.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Beautiful Bouquets.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>White roses, stephanotis, and light blue delphinium accents.</i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdey8JP_gI/AAAAAAAAAzM/I5OkZjEJOBM/s1600-h/Rachelle3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdey8JP_gI/AAAAAAAAAzM/I5OkZjEJOBM/s320/Rachelle3.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Groom's Boutonniere.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>White mini-calla lily with lily grass and light blue delphinium accents.</i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdf3c1yKPI/AAAAAAAAAzc/bwcHhJPHerU/s1600-h/Rachelle9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdf3c1yKPI/AAAAAAAAAzc/bwcHhJPHerU/s400/Rachelle9.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdf3c1yKPI/AAAAAAAAAzc/bwcHhJPHerU/s1600-h/Rachelle9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svde2ivLKuI/AAAAAAAAAzU/PkgpP_YMbuM/s1600-h/Rachelle5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svde2ivLKuI/AAAAAAAAAzU/PkgpP_YMbuM/s400/Rachelle5.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Ceremony.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>White dendrobium orchid "sprays" in clear "reversible" trumpet vases.</i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdrm5usteI/AAAAAAAAA0M/BvcBNfBc3Bs/s1600-h/Rachelle6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdrm5usteI/AAAAAAAAA0M/BvcBNfBc3Bs/s400/Rachelle6.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdrw2-JBuI/AAAAAAAAA0U/LBdGLh1Cn54/s1600-h/Rachelle8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svdrw2-JBuI/AAAAAAAAA0U/LBdGLh1Cn54/s400/Rachelle8.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svds67SZHmI/AAAAAAAAA0k/qDnkhN9WBvg/s1600-h/Rachelle17b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Svds67SZHmI/AAAAAAAAA0k/qDnkhN9WBvg/s400/Rachelle17b.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Reception.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Alternating centerpieces of white dendrobium orchid sprays, candlelit trays of carnations accented with ribbon, and light blue hydrangeas masses in clear cylinder vases.</i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvdtuNWxJLI/AAAAAAAAA0s/-rzTZk69U40/s1600-h/Rachelle1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvdtuNWxJLI/AAAAAAAAA0s/-rzTZk69U40/s400/Rachelle1.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Happy Couple.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks to fellow vendors of StudioWed (<a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a>, <a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a>, and <a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarpum Visions</a>) who contributed to creating such a beautiful event.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And of course, special thanks to <a href="http://www.altmixphotography.com/">Altmix Photography</a> for providing all of the stunning images!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Click <a href="http://www.altmixphotography.com/rachelledamonmarried/">here</a> to see the complete slideshow.<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4072979441651897384?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-10411134009592381392009-11-07T11:02:00.006-05:002009-11-08T20:30:19.344-05:00Coming Soon - Taylor and Travis<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvWYP9VZPnI/AAAAAAAAAyc/HcPBcyVFTd4/s1600-h/TravisTaylor2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvWYP9VZPnI/AAAAAAAAAyc/HcPBcyVFTd4/s640/TravisTaylor2.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Congratulations to Taylor and Travis, who were married this past September!<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvWYXNo1DRI/AAAAAAAAAyk/mBvr3liJvL0/s1600-h/Malcolm2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SvWYXNo1DRI/AAAAAAAAAyk/mBvr3liJvL0/s400/Malcolm2.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Despite the POURING rain, the day turned out beautifully! <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Check back to see the incredible images captured by the very talented <a href="http://www.andreataylorstudio.com/">Andrea Taylor Studios</a>&nbsp;.<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1041113400959238139?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-81627735651655554952009-10-04T19:34:00.035-04:002011-01-05T15:12:24.491-05:00Inventory Sale!!<div style="text-align: center;">It's time to make way for new inventory! &nbsp;So that means it's also time to sell existing inventory - at BELOW wholesale prices!!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SsWBxGNXymI/AAAAAAAAAsM/AcPZQX0ekc8/s1600-h/AisleMarker.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SsWBxGNXymI/AAAAAAAAAsM/AcPZQX0ekc8/s400/AisleMarker.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Black Iron Aisle Marker w/ Clear Glass Hurricane: &nbsp;</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">$12.50 each (10 available).<span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SsWDxu_GBpI/AAAAAAAAAsc/ZylKRJSWMig/s1600-h/LomeyDesignVase.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Compare Wholesale Cost: &nbsp;$35.00 each</span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382883409349240242" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SrPX8Oma5bI/AAAAAAAAAp0/ebwwgAkGemw/s320/FRWeddings2.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 286px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center; width: 320px;" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-style: italic;">New! &nbsp;$8.00</span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Compare at 39.95&nbsp;<a href="http://www.floristsreview.com/main/viewproducts.asp?category=6">here.</a></span><br /><i><br /></i></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SrOgcF2-WxI/AAAAAAAAAnc/7O2SU3lIiag/s1600-h/4" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="text-decoration: none;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382822384107412242" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SrOgcF2-WxI/AAAAAAAAAnc/7O2SU3lIiag/s200/4" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 184px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center; width: 200px;" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Clear Glass Bubble Vases:</span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-style: italic;">8": &nbsp;$4.00 each (19 available)</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SsYa1k1TTJI/AAAAAAAAAtU/wpLmkNu8HlU/s1600-h/Votives:Winestopper.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SsYa1k1TTJI/AAAAAAAAAtU/wpLmkNu8HlU/s400/Votives:Winestopper.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Flower Pot Votives: &nbsp;$0.25 each</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Frosted Votives: &nbsp;$0.35 each</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Heart Wine-stopper: &nbsp;$1.00 each</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold;">ADDITIONAL ITEMS:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">MEMORIAL /UNITY CANDLE STANDS</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">(unwired) HANGING VOTIVES</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">MISCELLANEOUS VASES</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><b>COBALT AND LIGHT BLUE GEMS</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><b>SILK FLORAL/WEDDING DECOR WREATHS</b></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8162773565165555495?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-32326081726223019002009-09-10T09:45:00.001-04:002009-09-10T13:18:07.861-04:00Rachelle and Damon - Inspiration Board<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 289px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SqaFCpQyYVI/AAAAAAAAAlw/m4vZZ80b468/s400/RachelleDamon.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379133085423133010" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Photography by: <a href="http://www.altmixphotography.com/">Altmix Photography</a></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Congratulations to Rachelle and Damon, who were married this past Sunday. As Damon is a huge UNC Tar Heels basketball fan, the color palette was White, Navy Blue, and Light Blue.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SqaFC1k5AOI/AAAAAAAAAl4/3GfqNZ3isHI/s400/PropheteInspiration.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379133088728678626" /></div><div>I was so glad for the opportunity to work with several of the <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> exclusive vendors including <a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a>, <a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarplum Visions</a>, and <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a>, (who created this really great Inspiration Board).</div><div><br /></div><div>Check back for the professional pics by one of our favorites - Matt and Kate of <a href="http://www.altmixphotography.com/">Altmix Photography</a>!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3232608172622301900?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-27499196251913576622009-09-07T23:12:00.008-04:002010-01-17T12:38:56.424-05:00Neena and Andre - Real Wedding Video<object width="560" height="340"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/zd4pKjF3PuY&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/zd4pKjF3PuY&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="560" height="340"></embed></object><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: small;">Videography by: <a href="http://www.erikmoorephotography.com/home.html">Erik Moore Photography</a></span></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>(Click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd4pKjF3PuY">here</a> to view the Youtube Widescreen Version)</i><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Congratulations to Neena and Andre, who were married in Atlanta, GA at <a href="http://www.lambertplace.net/">Lambert Place</a> on July 25th! <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks so much to <a href="http://www.erikmoorephotography.com/home.html">Erik Moore Photography</a>, for his wonderful videography, Sangima Lee, for her impeccable planning, and of course the happy couple for allowing me the opportunity to be part of their special day.<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-2749919625191357662?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-51946851115661971302009-08-30T20:02:00.006-04:002009-09-11T14:30:47.119-04:00StudioWed Featured in I Do For Brides Magazine<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpsUICLT0RI/AAAAAAAAAlo/t3MjO2ohtxo/s1600-h/IDo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 299px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpsUICLT0RI/AAAAAAAAAlo/t3MjO2ohtxo/s400/IDo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5375912708452634898" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpsUH18npMI/AAAAAAAAAlg/dnwBGxcbDG0/s1600-h/IDo2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpsUH18npMI/AAAAAAAAAlg/dnwBGxcbDG0/s400/IDo2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5375912705169794242" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Congratulations to <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> for being featured in the newest issue of <a href="http://www.idoforbrides.com/">I Do For Brides</a> magazine!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5194685111566197130?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-16243601626878049892009-08-27T10:00:00.001-04:002009-09-08T15:01:10.297-04:00Fall Elegance Tablescape - Inspiration Board<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpWWhX3Z7TI/AAAAAAAAAlQ/0RJIJdLBKn8/s1600-h/FallElegance.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpWWhX3Z7TI/AAAAAAAAAlQ/0RJIJdLBKn8/s400/FallElegance.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374367230422805810" /></a><div>Last weekend's event featured several of <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/">StudioWed Atlanta</a>'s amazing "Fall Trend" inspirations.</div><div><br /></div><div> I was so proud to collaborate on the "Modern Fall Elegance Tablescape" with some of my favorite StudioWed Altanta industry partners, including <a href="http://www.luxeexpressions.com/">Luxe Expressions</a>, <a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a>, and <a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarplum Visions</a> to name a few.<br /><div><br /></div><div>Thanks to Michelle Gainey of <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a> for creating this fabulous inspiration board. Check back to view just how gorgeous the table ACTUALLY turned out!</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1624360162687804989?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-72455767528263664402009-08-26T14:37:00.007-04:002009-09-08T15:01:46.720-04:00StudioWed Bridal Event<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpWBtreE6QI/AAAAAAAAAlI/JplFq3-_-RA/s1600-h/ROKinspiredbride.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SpWBtreE6QI/AAAAAAAAAlI/JplFq3-_-RA/s400/ROKinspiredbride.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374344352099526914" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photography by: <a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight</a></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i><br /></i></span></div>The <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> Inspired Bride and Grand Opening Event was a hit!! Thank you to all of the vendors, participants, and of course attendees who helped make it such a huge success! <div><br /></div><div>I can't wait to share the wonderful images taken by the Studio's pool of amazing photographers!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-7245576752826366440?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-90036951274120293882009-08-19T10:52:00.008-04:002009-11-07T11:13:04.143-05:00StudioWed Inspired Bride - Vendor Giveaways!<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sows0ocT0xI/AAAAAAAAAk4/gf7-_JO9Q1Y/s1600-h/StudioWed.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371717738267136786" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sows0ocT0xI/AAAAAAAAAk4/gf7-_JO9Q1Y/s400/StudioWed.jpg" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: small;">Photography by: <a href="http://www.andreataylorstudio.com/">Andrea Taylor Studio</a></span></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">THE INSPIRED BRIDE<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">An interactive Bridal Event at <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/">StudioWed Atlanta</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">1000 Marietta St<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Suite 124<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Atlanta, GA 30318<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Must <a href="http://studiowed.eventbrite.com/">Register</a> to attend! <br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">For this interactive event, brides will be able to win StudioWed vendor special offers and giveaways.<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-9003695127412029388?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-81893410470595085512009-08-17T07:00:00.004-04:002009-09-08T15:02:48.773-04:00Published! Atlanta Occasions Magazine<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 332px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SottsA4BMOI/AAAAAAAAAkY/wGw3mDRysK8/s400/AtlantaOccasions.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371507583486079202" /><a href="http://www.atlantaoccasions.com/">Atlanta Occasions Magazine</a> is a great resource for brides, so it was a true privilege to have Christian Harrington's <a href="http://shoshodesigns.blogspot.com/2009/04/black-white-and-modern-event.html">Modern Black and White Event</a> (Blog date: April 5, 2009) published in their premier edition. <div><br /></div><div>(Click on pages below to view larger images).</div><div><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 307px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sotu0kxhYQI/AAAAAAAAAkg/tISG2jWs7zU/s400/AC1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371508830073086210" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 310px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sotu09KpDwI/AAAAAAAAAko/Jnt5kzhYeW4/s400/AC2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371508836620898050" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 310px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sotu1Vzu9BI/AAAAAAAAAkw/oGG_ea3WHMQ/s400/AC3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371508843235701778" /><div style="text-align: left;">Congratulations to Atlanta Occasions, event consultant Michelle Gainey of <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a>, and all of the event vendors who also shared this honor!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8189341047059508551?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-17518436453765067942009-08-16T16:39:00.003-04:002009-11-07T11:14:44.556-05:00StudioWed Atlanta - Inspired Bride Event<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SosSP7vxpNI/AAAAAAAAAkQ/3rXAuHpxvMo/s1600-h/inspiredbride.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371407045514863826" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SosSP7vxpNI/AAAAAAAAAkQ/3rXAuHpxvMo/s400/inspiredbride.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 400px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 276px;" /></a><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; line-height: 16px;"></span><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; line-height: 16px;"><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Tahoma, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #ffccff;"><a href="http://www.modernluxurybrides.com/atlanta">The Atlantan Brides</a></span>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<span style="color: #ffccff;"><a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/">StudioWed Atlanta</a></span>&nbsp;cordially invite you to:<br /></div><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Tahoma, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;"><strong style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: 100%; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">THE INSPIRED BRIDE</strong><br /></div><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Tahoma, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;">An interactive bridal event at StudioWed<br /></div><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Tahoma, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;">Sunday, August 23rd, 4:00pm-7:00pm<br /></div><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Tahoma, Verdana, sans-serif; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: large;">Must </span><a href="http://studiowed.eventbrite.com/"><span style="font-size: large;">Register</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> to attend!</span><span style="font-size: medium;">&nbsp;</span><br /></div><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Tahoma, Verdana, sans-serif; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: medium;">(<span style="line-height: 16px;">http://studiowed.eventbrite.com/)</span></span><br /></div><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Tahoma, Verdana, sans-serif; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">This truly inspirational event will feature StudioWed Atlanta's Fall Wedding Table Trends!</span></span><br /></div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1751843645376506794?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-16975850572254169322009-07-27T12:00:00.002-04:002009-09-08T15:03:33.597-04:00Sarah and Dan - Real Weddings<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmS91kwFhaI/AAAAAAAAAig/h-xnnTexOyU/s400/Plowright1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360618184573814178" /><div style="text-align: center;">Congratulations to Sarah and Dan, whose beautiful wedding took place on the bride's grandfather's Kennesaw estate, and exuded nothing short of dreamy romance.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmS_IVZ7h4I/AAAAAAAAAio/jlZtxPwEPiQ/s400/Plowright2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360619606383495042" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Fabric-draped, wrought iron Ceremony Chuppah.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 370px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmTFP-6epSI/AAAAAAAAAiw/p7EhxvLpUII/s400/HydrangeaCone.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360626334854718754" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">White paper cones topped with green hydrangea sprigs lined the aisle.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 242px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sm3Rc3THJsI/AAAAAAAAAjw/8wqNZFrwYzM/s400/0616HR2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363173025078781634" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 316px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sm3RdPYkAsI/AAAAAAAAAj4/sWIFSz5Yvis/s400/0881HR2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363173031544095426" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sm3RdmF8r-I/AAAAAAAAAkA/FVQMCQWkg2E/s400/0532HR.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363173037640036322" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The Reception took place under a tent lit with strands of tiny lights.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 319px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmTVS7LGp3I/AAAAAAAAAjg/WKqyTvL4_hk/s320/Details.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360643977576359794" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Special thanks to one of my favorite planners, Erin Stroup of <a href="http://www.itsallinthedetailseventandweddingplanning.com/">It's All in the Details</a>, for adding her special touches, and of course, for pulling it all together!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmTH93ZhJeI/AAAAAAAAAjA/gCAs2muaix8/s400/Plowright3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360629322134660578" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And thank you AGAIN to <a href="http://www.staceybode.com/">Stacey Bode Photography</a> for beautifully capturing the essence of the event. Visit <a href="http://staceybode.blogspot.com/2009/06/sarah-dan.html">Stacey's blog</a> and <a href="http://www.staceybode.com/ForstSlideshow/iframe.html">slideshow</a> to view MORE wonderful images from this wedding.<br /></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(229, 235, 255); font-family:'Trebuchet MS';font-size:13px;"><div class="post-body entry-content" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 1.6em; "><div style="clear: both; "></div></div><div class="post-footer" style="margin-top: 0.75em; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.75em; margin-left: 0px; color: rgb(119, 119, 119); text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.1em; font: normal normal normal 78%/normal 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 1.4em; "></div></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1697585057225416932?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-63633722946562107372009-07-22T11:25:00.003-04:002009-07-22T11:28:53.168-04:00Wedding Planner Spotlight - Event Couture<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmTnHttk5cI/AAAAAAAAAjo/eXvambhuFKI/s1600-h/EventCouture2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 393px; height: 314px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmTnHttk5cI/AAAAAAAAAjo/eXvambhuFKI/s400/EventCouture2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360663576193590722" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.eventcoutureatl.com/indx.cfm">Event Couture</a> is one of my FAVORITE Atlanta Wedding Planning firms to work with, because of their exceptional commitment to innovation, quality and luxury.  </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I always LOVE working with fun and energetic owners, Tiffany Sawyer and Tina Jones, so of course I was excited when they asked me to provide Floral Designs for their ad shoot for the <a href="http://media.modernluxury.com/digital.php?e=BBAT">Atlantan Brides</a> newest issue!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 248px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlyesxAaNsI/AAAAAAAAAiE/K_dN_Ymg0Xc/s400/Phalos.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358332148570535618" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">Wedding Table Concept</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photography by: </span></span><a href="http://www.wilgrantweddings.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">WilGrant Weddings</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 285px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlyesiTd2wI/AAAAAAAAAh8/kP6giDeVPLE/s400/BridalTea.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358332144623934210" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">Bridal Tea Concept</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-style: italic; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photography by: </span><a href="http://www.wilgrantweddings.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">WilGrant Weddings</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">.</span></span><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Be sure to check out Event Couture's print ad and profile in the Atlantan Brides Magazine on pages 126 and 127!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6363372294656210737?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-80143830624750994452009-07-17T10:31:00.005-04:002009-07-17T10:42:15.375-04:00Things NOT to do with your Bridal Bouquet - Tip #1Do NOT "toss" your Bridal Bouquet from an in-flight aircraft...<div><br /></div><div>Read the whole story <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31910631/#storyContinuedfrom/ET">HERE</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 245px; height: 57px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SmCNcrXaPYI/AAAAAAAAAiY/T-MAJrOaQw4/s400/msnbc.gif" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359439080387657090" /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8014383062475099445?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-58747838612427455102009-07-13T07:30:00.003-04:002009-07-20T16:40:35.436-04:00Sarah and John - Real Weddings<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlTdJeawqWI/AAAAAAAAAfc/ZNzNUn7IOH8/s400/SarahRaskin1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356149011704228194" /><div style="text-align: center;">Congratulations to Sarah and John!  Sarah was so wonderful...and to think I never even met her in person!!  (Sarah is from Arizona, and all of our correspondence was through email only). Thank goodness she is so descriptive!<br /></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 321px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlTpC2V9DCI/AAAAAAAAAgE/imcmZPQdo08/s400/SarahRaskin7.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356162092006968354" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Slt2C_EfRvI/AAAAAAAAAhc/Iik7Ren7heM/s320/PeonyBouquet2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358005975349413618" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The Bridal Bouquet.  White peonies, dahlias and lisianthus, green viburnum and cymbidium orchids, and orange-tipped bicolor roses.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 243px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Slt2CtGNqDI/AAAAAAAAAhU/LC6BsnWlWYg/s320/Watershed.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358005970524809266" /></div><div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The intimate affair was held at the <a href="http://www.watershedrestaurant.com/">Watershed Restaurant</a> in Downtown Decatur.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Slt2ygb5rtI/AAAAAAAAAhk/rwxP42lPWkM/s320/SarahRChuppah.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358006791759834834" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Ceremony Chuppah.  Special thanks to Jamie Warde of <a href="http://www.dadsgarage.com/">Dad's Garage Theater Company</a> for his input and construction of the gorgeous Birch Chuppah.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 247px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlTgOx9Gk1I/AAAAAAAAAf0/vOhl80Oj67U/s400/SarahRaskin5.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356152401382773586" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">So simple.  So sweet.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlTiyik3JgI/AAAAAAAAAf8/bG9WtbH-7Rs/s400/SarahRaskin4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356155214753113602" />Instead of a traditional cake, <a href="http://www.alons.com/">Alon's Bakery</a> designed a tower of Parisian Macarons.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 349px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlTgOUsUJSI/AAAAAAAAAfk/rcn3jQq2FaQ/s400/SarahRaskin3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356152393527731490" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Thanks SO much to the talented <a href="http://www.staceybode.com/">Stacey Bode Photography</a> for providing all of the gorgeous images on today's post!  Visit <a href="http://staceybode.blogspot.com/">Stacey's blog</a> or click <a href="http://www.staceybode.com/RaskinSlideshow/iframe.html">here</a> for a slideshow of even more fantastic images.<br /></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5874783861242745510?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-61324151921124588372009-07-09T15:30:00.002-04:002009-07-09T15:35:14.369-04:00Modern Peacock Tablescape<div style="text-align: left;">I love Tablescapes...especially when I team up with my industry partners at StudioWed!  This dramatic Modern Peacock Tablescape was part of <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a>'s "Summer Table Trends" showcase:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlY-j_Ph4YI/AAAAAAAAAg0/7HPab8VTTnY/s400/078.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356537594796695938" /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Floral Design composed of magenta and blue dendrobium orchids set on a raised, glass-sheet platform of peacock feathers.  By <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://shoshonale.com/splash.html">SHOSHO Designs</a></span>.</div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlY9M8opvWI/AAAAAAAAAgk/cjgrPl8pcJk/s320/Peacock084.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356536099448143202" /><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlY_EEFLyzI/AAAAAAAAAg8/ZVIEYmnd24g/s320/082.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356538145851296562" /><div style="text-align: center;">Stationery by <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://inkandpaintonline.com/">Ink and Paint</a></span>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlY9L17YBII/AAAAAAAAAgM/ctFHs2qDRNo/s320/Peacock019.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356536080467756162" /><div style="text-align: center;">Peacock/Butterfly napkin rings by <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a></span>.</div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlY_zrJDqSI/AAAAAAAAAhM/LfFl5wR4k-A/s320/019.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356538963790375202" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlY9MPONtzI/AAAAAAAAAgU/waOlqwuE5TM/s320/Peacock026.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356536087257659186" /><div style="text-align: center;">Cupcake favors by <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://mcupcakes.com/">M Cupcakes</a></span>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SlY_esZgnGI/AAAAAAAAAhE/RsmEh5uk0P4/s320/067.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356538603350563938" /><div style="text-align: center;">Custom linens by <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.idolinens.com/index.html">I Do Linens</a></span>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Special thanks to these ADDITIONAL contributing vendors:<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Table Design - <a href="http://kis3eventplanning.com/">KIS3 Event Planning</a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Rentals - <a href="http://erultd.com/">Event Rentals Unlimited</a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Photography &amp; Lighting:  <a href="http://blueworldstudios.com/">Blue World Studios</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div><div>Follow the <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/chatter/">StudioWed Blog</a> to view all of the other inspirational tablescapes that were part of this showcase!</div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6132415192112458837?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-16207563582456308002009-07-05T07:30:00.003-04:002009-07-17T10:56:01.669-04:00The Atlantan Brides - Hitched in AtlantaCongratulations to my clients, Amber and Criss, for their photo inclusion in the "Hitched in Atlanta" section (page 143) of the newest issue of <a href="http://media.modernluxury.com/digital.php?e=BBAT">The Atlantan Brides Magazine</a>.  What a wonderful memorial keepsake for them! <div><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 262px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sk6NtWRRnMI/AAAAAAAAAes/_HsHRRoDrMQ/s400/AmberCriss.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5354372817201765570" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photography by: </span><a href="http://www.ishotthebride.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> I Shot the Bride</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">View more images of their beautiful wedding <a href="http://ishotthebride.blogspot.com/2008/08/amber-chris-atlanta-wedding.html">here</a>, and on the January 26, 2009 blog post!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1620756358245630800?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-75120602257021713112009-07-03T17:50:00.006-04:002009-07-03T18:00:40.828-04:00The Atlantan Brides<div style="text-align: center;">The newest <a href="http://media.modernluxury.com/digital.php?e=BBAT">Atlantan Brides</a> issue is out!  And as usual...it's gorgeous!<br /></div><div><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sk59nfLcKjI/AAAAAAAAAeM/DhtihgfoMps/s320/AtlantanIssue.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5354355124327950898" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Be sure to read the article featuring <a href="http://studiowed.net/">StudioWed</a> on page 54, and of course...stop by the Studio to pick up your complimentary copy!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sk59nkLPMRI/AAAAAAAAAeU/IRLxE22289k/s320/AtlantanStudioWed.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5354355125669277970" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-7512060225702171311?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-13040009716984222702009-06-29T10:13:00.006-04:002009-06-29T10:19:39.120-04:00Weddings Unveiled Summer 2009 IssueFor those who missed the Weddings Unveiled Summer Issue Launch at StudioWed Atlanta, here's the cover...unveiled...<div><br /><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 265px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SkjMcRA-rxI/AAAAAAAAAeE/RV-GA7a8BpY/s320/WUV_Summer.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352752943105748754" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>If you didn't get a chance to check out the Studio and meet the vendors last week...keep posted for the OFFICIAL StudioWed Atlanta Grand Opening date in August.  The event is sure to provide even MORE fun and inspiration!</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1304000971698422270?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-68259177122429883902009-06-23T07:00:00.005-04:002009-06-23T09:39:13.632-04:00Sweet Sensations Cake Tastings!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SilF_PKA9OI/AAAAAAAAAdc/MnDYDa_ArRg/s1600-h/SweetSensations.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SilF_PKA9OI/AAAAAAAAAdc/MnDYDa_ArRg/s400/SweetSensations.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343879385554416866" /></a>Need something to do this Sunday?  Join <a href="http://www.sweet-sensations.com/about.html">Sharon Alexander</a>, owner of <a href="http://www.sweet-sensations.com/">Sweet Sensations Bakery</a>, for her special cake tasting session at <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a>!  Not only will you indulge in some of Sharon's fabulous cakes, you'll be in wonderful company as well.  Sharon has one of the most fun and energetic personalities that you will ever encounter!<div><div style="text-align: center;">StudioWed Atlanta</div><div style="text-align: center;">1000 W. Marietta St NW</div><div style="text-align: center;">Suite 124</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sunday, June 28, 2009</div><div style="text-align: center;">1pm-4pm</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">If you can't make it this time, Sweet Sensations offers tastings at StudioWed Atlanta every last Sunday of the month!<br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6825917712242988390?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-26065943416257931892009-06-22T10:47:00.007-04:002009-06-22T11:07:56.968-04:00Weddings Unveiled and StudioWed Atlanta Summer Social<div style="text-align: center;">Celebrate the release of the <a href="http://www.weddingsunveiledmagazine.com/">Weddings Unveiled</a> Summer 2009 issue at <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a>, this Thursday, June 25th.  Meet the StudioWed vendors, enter to win fantastic prizes and giveaways, be the first to view the Weddings Unveiled Summer issue - and of course - get tons of inspiration for your upcoming event!<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sj-btKAVLdI/AAAAAAAAAd0/NnE06PIhWic/s400/SummerSocialFlyer.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350166082421599698" /><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Register <a href="http://studiowedsummer.eventbrite.com/">here</a> to attend!</div><div><br /></div><div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sj-bnXebRCI/AAAAAAAAAds/ATGVD_IDseU/s400/StudioWed.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350165982958273570" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255); font-size: 13px; font-style: italic;">Image courtesy of: <a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight Photography</a></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-2606594341625793189?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-59616997717244157132009-06-05T10:40:00.009-04:002010-01-17T13:29:59.624-05:00StudioWed Atlanta Luxury Wedding Winners!!AND THE WINNERS ARE...<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343858442514378114" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Siky8MQKrYI/AAAAAAAAAdU/UhkTJCSdP9Q/s400/KaraJohn.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 300px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">KARA and JOHN!!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Sincere congratulations to Kara and John, who were voted as the lucky winners to win the <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/">StudioWed Atlanta</a> Luxury Wedding Giveaway! &nbsp;I am so excited to work with them to customize the Ceremony and Reception flowers for their January 24, 2010 wedding at the <a href="http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/home.do">Atlanta Botanical Gardens.</a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Be sure to read their moving story on the <a href="http://www.cbsatlanta.com/weddinggiveaway/index.html">CBS Atlanta</a> website!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5961699771724415713?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-87442710433503129132009-04-25T12:54:00.007-04:002009-04-25T13:17:25.838-04:00Ellis Hotel Bridal Show<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SfNAc3hMBjI/AAAAAAAAAc0/eyzh3ykd1lE/s1600-h/Ellis.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 251px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SfNAc3hMBjI/AAAAAAAAAc0/eyzh3ykd1lE/s320/Ellis.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328673648793093682" /></a><div>Join <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/">StudioWed</a>, <a href="http://chocolatepinkcafe.com/">Chocolate Pink Cafe</a>, and <a href="http://www.blogger.com/Ellis%20on%20Peachtree">The Ellis on Peachtree</a>, one of downtown Atlanta's finest luxury boutique hotels, for an intimate Bridal Show on May 7, 2009 from 6pm to 8pm. The cost is $10.00 to attend, and includes valet parking, appetizers, desserts, and Ellis' signature white sangria.</div><div><br /></div><div>Brides who attend will also be entered to win one of the following:</div><div><ul><li>Girlfriend "Getaway" 3 Day/2 Night Stay at Ellis Hotel</li><li>$50.00 off wedding cake Courtesy of Chocolate Pink Cafe</li><li>Free venue rental for Bridal Shower at StudioWed ($240 value)</li></ul><div>To register to attend, please email Ellis Hotel Sales Manager, Megan Corbett at mcorbett@EllisHotel.com.</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8744271043350312913?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-45202371362513130632009-04-20T19:10:00.007-04:002009-04-25T12:54:08.811-04:00Celebrate Mother's Day with "Mum Puppy" Flowers!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Se0BZBIy0UI/AAAAAAAAAcs/Vr1Uq77swYw/s1600-h/MumPuppy2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 222px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Se0BZBIy0UI/AAAAAAAAAcs/Vr1Uq77swYw/s320/MumPuppy2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5326915463562842434" /></a><div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;">Tired of the same ol' traditional flowers for Mother's Day?  Celebrate your mum on Sunday, May 10th with "Mum Puppies"!!  These fun, signature creations are composed of white football chrysanthemums, assorted mini-carnations, and greenery in a handled basket.<br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Mum puppies are not just for moms!  They are great for kids, get-well gifts, animal lovers, or just plain fun!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Order your Mother's Day flowers by next Wednesday, April 29, and receive 10% off, plus free shipping within the Perimeter!</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4520237136251313063?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-84693584420988662812009-04-17T07:00:00.000-04:002009-04-25T13:28:53.959-04:00StudioWed Mentioned in Daily Candy<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sez_8q8pHRI/AAAAAAAAAck/IiNNnNsV-1E/s1600-h/DailyCandy.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 105px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sez_8q8pHRI/AAAAAAAAAck/IiNNnNsV-1E/s400/DailyCandy.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5326913877058329874" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Special thanks to <a href="http://www.dailycandy.com/weddings/">Daily Candy Weddings</a> for mentioning <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed</a>, and describing us as a "brand new slice of heaven" in last week's April 14th "<a href="http://www.dailycandy.com/atlanta/article/42651/I+Dos+and+Donts">I Do's and Don'ts</a>" article!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8469358442098866281?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-16833571575818174552009-04-15T07:00:00.004-04:002009-04-15T11:19:34.305-04:00Brides Against Breast Cancer<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 101px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SeTuJecpNGI/AAAAAAAAAb8/jflK_4o-aU8/s320/BridesAgainstBreastCancer.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324642506018206818" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Buy the perfect wedding gown at a fraction of the price AND help out a worthy cause! <a href="http://www.atlantabridal.com/">AtlantaBridal.com</a> is once again sponsoring the <a href="http://www.atlantabridal.com/gownsale/">Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale</a> April 16, 17, and 18, 2009, to help support the <a href="http://www.makingmemories.org/">Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation</a>.  </div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SeT4Gp355-I/AAAAAAAAAcE/jt9gp6ZxTUs/s320/BABC3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324653452662007778" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Photograph courtesy of </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.rodsmithphotography.com/">Rod Smith Photography</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; "></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">Location:</span></span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">The Defoor Center</div><div style="text-align: center;">1710 Defoor Avenue, NW</div><div style="text-align: center;">Atlanta, GA 30318</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Dates/Times:</span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sneak Preview Event:</div><div style="text-align: center;">Thursday, 4/16/2009</div><div style="text-align: center;">6:30PM - 9:30PM</div><div style="text-align: center;">RESERVATIONS REQUIRED</div><div style="text-align: center;">Click <a href="https://www.ibsdesign.com/bridal/mmf/stepone.asp?SiteID=2">HERE</a> to register.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Friday, 4/17/2009</div><div style="text-align: center;">10:00AM - 8:00PM</div><div style="text-align: center;">FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Saturday, 4/18/2009</div><div style="text-align: center;">9:00AM - 1:00PM</div><div style="text-align: center;">FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 185px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SeT4MWPqnDI/AAAAAAAAAcM/Hkh11jZZKV8/s320/BABC1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324653550472174642" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Photograph Courtesy of AtlantaBridal.com</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1683357157581817455?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-15537415184202683032009-04-13T10:10:00.007-04:002009-04-14T16:06:10.599-04:00Dawn Easter Events<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SeTrw4k0S8I/AAAAAAAAAb0/-i3f0ulOtUc/s1600-h/DEEvents.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 252px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SeTrw4k0S8I/AAAAAAAAAb0/-i3f0ulOtUc/s320/DEEvents.gif" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324639884511824834" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I hope you had a Happy Easter this past weekend!</div><div><br /></div><div>And speaking of which...special thanks to <a href="http://www.dawneasterevents.com/contact.htm">Dawn Easter</a> of <a href="http://www.dawneasterevents.com/">Dawn Easter Events</a> for featuring me on her blog yesterday, April 13, 2009!  Click <a href="http://dawneasterevents.blogspot.com/2009/04/gold-list-monday-say-it-with-flowers.html">here</a> to read the interview, and be sure to check out the rest of the <a href="http://dawneasterevents.blogspot.com/">Dawn Easter Events Blog</a>, as DEE has proven to be a great resource for anyone needing a little help making their event extra special!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1553741518420268303?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-52470149790702996612009-04-05T07:00:00.000-04:002009-04-05T07:00:01.127-04:00Black, White, and Modern - THE EVENT<div style="text-align: left;">I am so glad to share photos of the floral decor I designed for this "Black, White, and Modern Event" held at Atlanta's exclusive Twelve Hotel Atlantic Station!<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpwkDRCqzI/AAAAAAAAAa0/EUbWkJkYhQI/s320/ChristianSkyline.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317186074718677810" /><div style="text-align: left;">Thanks so much to Lemiga Events for planning, coordinating, and providing inspiration for the entire event, and to the very talented Blue World Studios for capturing ALL of these incredible images on today's post!<br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpvewsJ4sI/AAAAAAAAAZ0/-6tSPC6LSNc/s320/ChristianBallroom1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317184884321149634" /><div style="text-align: center;">The client's request for his 30th Birthday Black Tie Event was to have decor that was modern, masculine, and dramatic in a black and white color palette.<br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpvyPePyBI/AAAAAAAAAac/RGTFx1wBXew/s320/ChristianPhalo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317185219001829394" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Single white phalaenopsis orchid in a 32" white cylinder vase.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpvyKV3FiI/AAAAAAAAAaU/WKRQCId7CIM/s320/ChristianCarnBall.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317185217624479266" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">White carnation pomander ball balanced on a black, contemporary vase.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpwA0aop3I/AAAAAAAAAas/Pc6d2vMaY1c/s320/ChristianSuspended.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317185469436962674" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">7" White carnation pomander suspended in a 47" clear, cylinder vase.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Scpvx5A-7VI/AAAAAAAAAZ8/jEarWKNNlCE/s320/ChristianBallroom2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317185212973509970" /><div style="text-align: center;">White sofas and ottomans added a luxurious touch.  And I always love an excuse to use my White Nylon Spandex Chair Covers!<br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpwA9y3skI/AAAAAAAAAak/U_LbISVZzi4/s320/ChristianPillow.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317185471954530882" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Additional Accolades to I Do Linens for creating the luxurious Custom Designed Linens.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpvyNs_lsI/AAAAAAAAAaM/zISzciJ4S1Y/s320/ChristianCake2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317185218526811842" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The Birthday would not have been complete without the gorgeous Birthday Cake by Sugarplum Visions!  The cake was balanced on a glass sheet supported by 2" clear glass cubes arranged in a geometric pattern, containing single carnation blooms.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScpvxwtxtTI/AAAAAAAAAaE/gyhM8T_8UyU/s320/ChristianCake1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5317185210745468210" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Cake display highlighted by a black, ornate chandelier with white hanging phalaenopsis orchids.</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5247014979070299661?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-36047874265169879852009-04-03T07:00:00.007-04:002009-04-03T10:53:04.777-04:00Black, White, and Modern - INSPIRATION BOARD<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><div>"Black, White, and Modern" is one of my favorite themes, so I was extremely excited to be invited to design the decor for a Black Tie 30th Birthday Party held at Atlanta's exclusive <a href="http://www.twelvehotels.com/Home.do">Twelve Hotel</a> at Atlantic Station!  </div><div><br /></div><div>Here is the wonderful inspiration board created by <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:13px;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sbw0eVAV86I/AAAAAAAAAUs/dgT1hbnesbo/s320/ChristianInspiration.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313179356029645730" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Photo Credits - First Row:  </span><a href="http://www.weddingpaperdivas.com/products/ProductView_886.htm"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Wedding Paper Divas</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">, </span><a href="http://www.thebridescafe.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">The Bride's Cafe</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">, </span><a href="http://www.jessicaclaire.net/index.cfm?postID=248"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Jessica Claire</span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></div></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Second Row:  </span><a href="http://www.accentdecor.com/default.htm"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Accent Decor</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">, </span><a href="http://www.fabiancouture.com/formal/formald.php?sku=7363C&amp;category=24&amp;label=10"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Fabian Couture</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">, All Things Bright &amp; Beautiful</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Third Row:  </span><a href="http://www.designer8furniturerental.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Designer 8</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">, </span><a href="http://idolinens.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">I Do Linens</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">, </span><a href="http://www.jessicaclaire.net/index.cfm?postID=248"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Jessica Claire</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Check back to see how the ACTUAL event turned out!<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3604787426516987985?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-31539811139957440652009-04-01T07:00:00.009-04:002009-04-01T08:17:07.364-04:00New York Philharmonic<div style="text-align: left;">Congratulations to the <a href="http://nyphil.org/">New York Philharmonic</a> for kicking off their <a href="http://nyphil.org/about/virtualtours/0809/winterustour/index.cfm">2009 US Tour</a> here in Atlanta, GA!  Directed by the famed Music Director <a href="http://www.maestromaazel.com/">Lorin Maazel</a>, the 130 piece orchestra's first stop of their ten city tour took place in our beautiful city.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 306px; height: 229px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sc6vBLnpOYI/AAAAAAAAAa8/0T6q7-nr1AI/s320/NYP.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318380644804934018" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; ">Photo Credit: Chris Lee</span><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>I was so thrilled to have been selected to design the arrangements for their generous corporate sponsor, <a href="http://www.credit-suisse.com/us/en/">Credit Suisse's</a>, Pre-Performance Reception.  </div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 247px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SdFYftGUNwI/AAAAAAAAAbk/Yc6MGkjrZSM/s320/CPTulips.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319129936606541570" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; ">Photo courtesy of Leslie Miller (Carole Parks Catering)</span><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 307px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sc7laWtjTlI/AAAAAAAAAbE/JJZ8i8W9omU/s320/NYP1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318440450907131474" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Photo Credit:  Chris Lee</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 229px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SdFcQT2XaGI/AAAAAAAAAbs/b8CfN3xwAjE/s320/CP6.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319134070177228898" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Photo Courtesy of Leslie Miller (Carole Parks Catering)</span></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Orange calla lilies, cymbidium orchids, mokara orchids, monstera leaves, lily grass, and a white hydrangea "collar" in 16" X 4" X 4" sleek, urban, glass plate vases.  Thanks to <a href="http://www.cparkscatering.com/">Carole Parks</a> for their always fabulous catering!<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The requests for the guest tables were floating candles and clusters of orange flowers in modern vases.</div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 265px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sc7lajg68pI/AAAAAAAAAbU/yFWPGvlWWVs/s320/NYP4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318440454343815826" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 243px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sc7last8n7I/AAAAAAAAAbM/euhFwoZn6b8/s320/NYP3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318440456814370738" /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;">Clusters of orange mokara orchids, mango calla lilies, chocolate cymbidium orchids, and red hypericum berries in 5" sleek, urban, plate glass cubes.  </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sc7lbM1FczI/AAAAAAAAAbc/0xhHvLvTlPQ/s320/NYP2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318440465434243890" /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Photo Credit:  Chris Lee</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">Continued success to Credit Suisse and the New York Philharmonic!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3153981113995744065?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-10348491554425119062009-03-30T07:00:00.009-04:002009-03-30T11:22:15.518-04:00Black Flowers - CENTERS - Part 4 of 4<div style="text-align: left;">Because there are so few black flowers that are available as CUT STEMS for event use and personal arrangements, an alternate option is to utilize the CENTERS of flowers as BLACK ACCENTS.  </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Here are several flowers having black centers that are also usually readily available as CUT STEMS:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 319px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScmEOTKP4II/AAAAAAAAAZc/NMwykMsDpVY/s320/WhiteAnemone.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316926216283873410" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Anemone (White, Blue, Red, Pink, or Purple petals)<br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Available:  December-March</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Flickr</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Source:</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnepettinger/2431028840/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">white anemone</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, originally uploaded by </span></span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnepettinger/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">lynnepet</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">.</span></span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScmF5RHr3kI/AAAAAAAAAZk/iMD3GMfuku0/s320/BlckEyedSusan.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316928053982256706" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Black Eyed Susan</div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  June-September</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr</a> Source: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/16989990@N03/2697547936/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Black Eye Susan</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">, originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/16989990@N03/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">ngl1145</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 242px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScmCknGUqHI/AAAAAAAAAZM/Yx7txVvk94o/s320/Gerbera.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316924400569985138" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Gerbera Daisy (Petals of varying colors)</div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  Year Round</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr</a> Source: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rittabaer/2169840254/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Gerbera</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">, originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rittabaer/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">rita_baer</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 277px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScmCk08koTI/AAAAAAAAAZU/7KP9yPa_VXQ/s320/Sunflower.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316924404287185202" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sunflower</div><div style="text-align: center;">Available: Year Round</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr</a> Source: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/8113964@N04/2807079122/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Mingling Sunflowers</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">, originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/8113964@N04/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Yobs</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 266px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScmKdB2B3xI/AAAAAAAAAZs/o30efFQahx4/s320/OrientalPoppy.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316933066403471122" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Oriental Poppy</div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  January-March</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Flickr</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"> Source: </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/12708811@N07/2500949757/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Oriental Poppy</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/12708811@N07/">5</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/12708811@N07/">348 Franco</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1034849155442511906?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-61812880720904966362009-03-28T07:00:00.016-04:002009-03-28T07:00:00.639-04:00Black Flowers - ALTERNATIVES - Part 3 of 4<div>As so very few "black" flowers are available as CUT STEMS for event use, the following deep red, purple, and brown flowers are used most often as their ALTERNATIVES:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 318px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SckIZAEsFuI/AAAAAAAAAYk/HExIWpYzAzM/s320/BlackCalla2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316790060696999650" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Black Mini (Schwartzwalder) Calla Lilies<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  Year Round</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 283px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SchOlcMDdpI/AAAAAAAAAYM/muJddG5IDP4/s320/BlackMagicRose.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316585765239748242" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Black Baccara Roses (Also: Black Magic Roses - slightly more red in color)<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  Year Round</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr Source</a>: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ekiflowers/2461662571/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Black Magic Roses</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"> originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ekiflowers/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Eki Flowers</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 265px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SchOleL6FZI/AAAAAAAAAYU/xmueJHR9cIY/s320/ChocolateCosmos.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316585765776004498" /><div style="text-align: center;">Chocolate Cosmos<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  April-July, September-December</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 209px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SckFAuaulzI/AAAAAAAAAYc/ljzDPG5zxmo/s320/FernShoots.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316786345105856306" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Fiddlehead Fern Shoots<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  Year Round</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SclKM8oWK-I/AAAAAAAAAYs/XfQ_1FPC-BE/s320/Manzanita3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316862421381819362" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Painted Branches (Manzanita, Curly Willow, Birch, etc...)<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Available:  Year Round</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Read Part 4 of 4 for a brief review of additional flowers having black "centers," that are often used as black accents.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6181288072090496636?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-42235904793498781722009-03-26T07:00:00.007-04:002009-03-26T07:00:01.224-04:00Black Flowers - CUT STEMS - Part 2 of 4Because the GARDEN TYPE flowers outlined in the last post do not preserve and/or ship well after they are cut, very FEW black flowers or plants are available as CUT STEMS for event use or for personal arrangements.  Here are a few black floral products that ARE usually available:<div><br /><div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScgTU2eMTKI/AAAAAAAAAX0/LxTlvc8kUvw/s320/BlackMagic.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316520609051331746" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="">Black Magic Elephant Ears</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr Source</a>:  <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/riaskiff/2863998185/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Black</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">, originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/riaskiff/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">riaskiff</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 194px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScgUm6yGSVI/AAAAAAAAAYE/oZ7oBXqyCT0/s320/Viburnum.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316522018957838674" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="">Viburnum Berries<br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScgTVCB0CdI/AAAAAAAAAX8/5Sfp7ResuRI/s320/KangarooPaw.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316520612153526738" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Black Kangaroo Paws</span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Available: October, November, and January</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr Source</a>:  <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidboehm/2990275436/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Perth-Kings Park -Black Kangaroo Paw</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"> originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidboehm/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">David Boehm</span></a>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Read Part 3 of 4 for a brief overview of the flowers that are often used as ALTERNATIVES to black flowers.</div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4223590479349878172?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-68805055118139859962009-03-24T07:00:00.006-04:002009-03-24T21:05:59.489-04:00Black Flowers - GARDEN TYPES - Part I of 4<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 274px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScfqxU6BhFI/AAAAAAAAAWM/wlnruLpsMVU/s320/WeddingsUnveiled.gif" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316476018280727634" /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">In honor of the "<a href="http://www.weddingsunveiledmagazine.com/">Weddings Unveiled</a>" Winter 2009 gorgeous black and white cover and spread, I am posting a short tutorial about the availability of BLACK FLOWERS.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div>Most "black" flowers are actually a deep red or purple color, are often ONLY grown by individual, avid gardeners, and unfortunately, are rarely available as CUT STEMS for events.</div><div><br /></div><div>Examples of these GARDEN TYPES include:<br /></div><div><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 161px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Scf4j33uPWI/AAAAAAAAAXk/MBM3SnxF-VQ/s200/BlackIris.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316491180310936930" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="">Black Bearded Iris</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 156px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Scf4kOptkrI/AAAAAAAAAXs/tqhfhfMkDB0/s200/BlackNemophila.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316491186426188466" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="">Black Nemophila</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScfyAyuz25I/AAAAAAAAAWc/xt5oitrWmNA/s200/BlackTulips.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316483980566190994" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="">Night Queen Tulips</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScfzY7kELBI/AAAAAAAAAWs/cIAR2cD8_6w/s200/BlackPansies.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316485494765530130" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="">Black Prince (or Black Beauty) Pansies</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Scf1bmDW8BI/AAAAAAAAAXc/iVi13K_gyfY/s320/BlackHollyhock.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316487739554066450" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="">Black Hollyhocks</span></div><div><br /></div><div>Read Part 2 or 4 for a brief review of the very few natural "black" flowers that are available as CUT STEMS  for events and personal arrangements.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6880505511813985996?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-68379418506321383912009-03-22T07:00:00.003-04:002009-03-22T13:54:53.457-04:00Venue Spotlight - Old Decatur Courthouse<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwdqM3bhWI/AAAAAAAAATk/j-NATCqj7j4/s320/CourthouseDrapery.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313154271235769698" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="http://www.staceybode.com/">Photo Credit:  Stacey Bode Photography</a></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255); font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">The <a href="http://www.dekalbhistory.org/">Old Decatur Courthouse</a> on Decatur Square is another one of my favorite venues because of its historic importance and its interesting elements for design, including high ceilings, bay windows, an ornate staircase, an open floor plan, and an outdoor gazebo.  Special thanks to <a href="http://www.staceybode.com/">Stacey Bode Photography</a> and Michelle Lapid Photography for taking such wonderful images of my Courthouse decor!<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sbwd29hZ4gI/AAAAAAAAATs/Ilhl8gMvvW8/s320/DendrobiumWindow.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313154490455155202" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-style: italic;font-size:small;">Photo Credit:  Michelle Lapid Photography</span></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sbwilp4OOnI/AAAAAAAAAUE/PCoychEkDRo/s320/BayOrchid.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313159690682514034" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255); font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photo Credit:  Michelle Lapid Photography</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255); font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-style: italic;font-size:13px;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwitWvyiYI/AAAAAAAAAUM/SG4QkMVFANo/s320/CandleLitOrchid.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313159822985824642" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photo Credit:  Michelle Lapid Photography</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255); font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 235px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbweMLYVnuI/AAAAAAAAAT0/I-DfKfdbUSc/s320/BlueSatin2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313154854952476386" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-style: italic; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);"><a href="http://www.staceybode.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photo Credit:  Stacey Bode Photography</span></a></span></span><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6837941850632138391?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-30156298754755844162009-03-20T07:00:00.004-04:002009-03-20T10:31:58.290-04:00South Asian Bridal Show<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwFikk9AuI/AAAAAAAAARU/r3EvJBDGcCA/s400/OrangeTable4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313127751882703586" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 275px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwFRlpntoI/AAAAAAAAARM/APtLwnrIXNg/s400/OrangeTableScape3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313127460112938626" /><div style="text-align: center;">The South Asian Bridal Show, hosted by <a href="http://www.rivaajmagazine.com/">Rivaaj Magazine</a> was a hit!  Special thanks to <a href="http://www.blueworldstudios.com/">Blue World Studios</a> for taking the incredible images that are shown on today's posting!  I was so glad to have the opportunity to showcase my tablescape design at the "Orange and Blue Table"!<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwNWeCKw7I/AAAAAAAAASs/ppK7TfORyTY/s400/OrangeBouquet3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313136340060783538" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwOGS2QyoI/AAAAAAAAAS8/UMZxUS6pbTw/s320/OrangeBouquet.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313137161691777666" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwOWJazoQI/AAAAAAAAATE/LFLZRLolF8k/s400/OrangeDetail.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313137434038608130" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwOxmjYKQI/AAAAAAAAATM/oCvn7Qf3K0I/s400/OrangeTable2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313137905715652866" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwPIGeAjwI/AAAAAAAAATU/Mb_Sl_dd1nc/s400/OrangePetals.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313138292240191234" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you also to <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a> and the other vendors from <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> for making this tablescape so inspirational!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwJUweVFmI/AAAAAAAAASM/0BDCKbzIyao/s400/BlueChair.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313131912604489314" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a></span> provided the gorgeous table linen and chair caps.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwJt6bcPjI/AAAAAAAAASc/EfgrMS-4jag/s320/OrangeStationery.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313132344773459506" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.inkandpaintonline.com/">Ink and Paint</a></span> designed the beautiful stationery.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwGhyqv6oI/AAAAAAAAAR8/qGZ7YrKkckY/s320/OrangeShoe.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313128837996866178" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I was also glad to use my flowers to accent these fabulous shoes from <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.thesolejourney.com/">Sole Journey</a></span>.  </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SbwGGSrY0aI/AAAAAAAAARk/2shUIWuy7nA/s320/OrangeCake.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313128365553144226" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">As well as add a finishing touch to <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarplum Visi</a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">on's</a></span> truly artistic cake.</span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3015629875475584416?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-42179902908939123222009-03-19T07:00:00.005-04:002009-03-19T07:00:01.345-04:00Filene's Basement Running of the Brides<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScHAAMVQ_kI/AAAAAAAAAV0/3OMHgmt-QaY/s1600-h/Filene%27sRun.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 210px; height: 210px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScHAAMVQ_kI/AAAAAAAAAV0/3OMHgmt-QaY/s400/Filene%27sRun.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5314740144816848450" /></a><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.filenesbasement.com/">Filene's Basement</a> will hold their annual <a href="http://www.filenesbasement.com/bridal/">"Running of the Brides"</a> event on Friday, March 20, 2009 in Buckhead.  Join <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> and thousands of brides-to-be as they race to find the PERFECT designer wedding dress at truly bargain basement prices!</div><div><br /></div><div>Be sure to say hello to <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/weddingevents.html">Michelle Gainey</a> of <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a> who will be representing StudioWed, and offering chocolates, cupcakes, and information about our fabulous, <a href="http://www.cbsatlanta.com/weddinggiveaway/index.html">Luxury Wedding Giveaway</a>!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4217990290893912322?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-34485284453736455942009-03-18T07:00:00.003-04:002009-03-18T10:01:37.331-04:00StudioWed Atlanta Luxury Wedding Giveaway!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScD9XSY_jzI/AAAAAAAAAVs/ngbeuLiWKeI/s1600-h/StudioWedLogo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 89px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScD9XSY_jzI/AAAAAAAAAVs/ngbeuLiWKeI/s320/StudioWedLogo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5314526136812670770" /></a><div style="text-align: left;">The HUGE announcement you have all anticipated is finally here!  </div><div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I am SO excited to offer the Reception Decor for this truly inspired luxury giveaway! </div><div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a>, along with <a href="http://www.cbsatlanta.com/index.html">CBS Atlanta</a> and <a href="http://www.atlantaoccasions.com/">AtlantaOccasions.com</a>, have come together to produce the wedding of a lifetime for one deserving couple.  Couples will submit in 500 words or less why they deserve to win a free wedding along with a photo.  The winning couple will receive a wedding valued at $70,000 to include the venue, catering, photography, and more.  The wedding will take place at the <a href="http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/home.do">Atlanta Botanical Garden</a> on the couple's choice of either Sunday, January 10th or Sunday, January 24th, 2010.  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Deadline to enter the contest is Friday, April 10, 2009.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>For additional contest details and registration visit:  <a href="http://www.cbsatlanta.com/weddinggiveaway/index.html">http://www.cbsatlanta.com/weddinggiveaway/</a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">GOOD LUCK TO THE WINNING COUPLE!!</div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3448528445373645594?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-82744444902119099452009-03-16T07:00:00.011-04:002009-03-18T23:33:35.312-04:00StudioWed on CBS Atlanta!<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 94px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sb5lpBjP5VI/AAAAAAAAAU0/2lvi3dnYhjc/s200/BetterMornings.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313796365809083730" /><div style="text-align: left;">Be sure to catch "<a href="http://www.cbsatlanta.com/bettermornings/index.html">Better Mornings Atlanta</a>", hosted by <a href="http://www.cbsatlanta.com/index.html">CBS Atlanta</a> this Wednesday, March 18, 2009 from 5AM to 7AM.  Not only will the show feature a tour of <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> on its Wonderful Wednesdays segment, they will also make the HUGE announcement I promised in last week's post!  Don't wake up that early?  Not to worry!  Click on the <a href="http://www.cbsatlanta.com/video/18956303/index.html">here</a> to view the online video.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 91px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sb5lwtXsJpI/AAAAAAAAAU8/27kKpr030co/s200/CBSAtlantaLogo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313796497830848146" /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8274444490211909945?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-58188253513106980882009-03-14T14:44:00.008-04:002009-03-14T18:30:39.285-04:00Eagle's Landing Country Club Bridal Show<img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 100px; " src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sbv8Jpw0xcI/AAAAAAAAAQ0/gAQVu53Alt0/s400/EaglesLanding2.gif" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313117428173292994" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 270px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sbv8YfeMM7I/AAAAAAAAAQ8/bwa2hEEAY2c/s400/EaglesLanding.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313117683108819890" /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">The <a href="http://www.clubcorp.com/club/scripts/section/section.asp?NS=PCH&amp;MFCODE=EALCC&amp;SUBGRP=15">Eagle's Landing Country Club</a>, a premier clubhouse facility full of southern charm and hospitality, is holding a special Bridal Show Event on Sunday, March 15, 2009 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM.  </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Stop by the <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed</a> Booth and say hello to <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/weddingevents.html">Michelle Gainey</a> and the other StudioWed representatives.  I will also be showcasing a few of my signature contemporary bridal bouquets, so be sure to take a look!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5818825351310698088?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-44345240692350848072009-03-07T07:00:00.002-05:002009-03-22T14:36:41.610-04:00Weddings Unveiled Blog Features StudioWed<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScaC_RHe87I/AAAAAAAAAV8/9-4VOfz9xWM/s1600-h/WeddingsUnveiled.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 183px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/ScaC_RHe87I/AAAAAAAAAV8/9-4VOfz9xWM/s400/WeddingsUnveiled.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5316080433595610034" /></a><br />Special thanks to <a href="http://www.weddingsunveiledmagazine.com/">Weddings Unveiled Magazine</a> for featuring <a href="http://studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> on their <a href="http://weddingsunveiledblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/studiowed-atlanta.html">March 3, 2009 blog post</a>.  Thanks for helping to spread the word!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4434524069235084807?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-81739860733666052532009-03-03T16:40:00.010-05:002009-03-03T17:11:26.671-05:00StudioWed Atlanta Officially Opens!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sa2qlRxPovI/AAAAAAAAAQY/2reXJwfObIU/s1600-h/StudioWedLogo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 111px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/Sa2qlRxPovI/AAAAAAAAAQY/2reXJwfObIU/s400/StudioWedLogo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5309087093141512946" /></a><div><a href="http://www.studiowed.net/atlanta/about.php">StudioWed Atlanta</a> is officially open!  <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/weddingevents.html">Michelle Gainey</a> of <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a> has done such a great job of transforming the West Midtown space into a chic and comfortable place to meet with Atlanta's hand-picked, exclusive event vendors.  So come check out the space and schedule a consultation with the incredibly talented industry partners that represent StudioWed!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>StudioWed Atlanta</div><div>1000 Marietta St</div><div>Suite 124</div><div>Atlanta, GA 30318</div><div><br /></div><div>Be sure to follow the blog this week!  StudioWed will have an <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">IMPORTANT</span> and <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">EXCITING</span> announcement to share!!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8173986073366605253?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-1482647387958246952009-02-16T10:30:00.005-05:002009-02-16T17:05:10.943-05:00Save the Date! ICS Spring Auction and Gala!<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);">The International Community School cordially invites you and your friends to its Annual Spring Auction Fundraising Gala!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);"><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);"><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);">Saturday, March 21, 2009</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);">6:00PM - 10:00PM</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);">Dekalb History Center in the Old Courthouse on the Square</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);">101 East Court Square, Decatur GA 30030</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);"><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 204, 255);">Please join us in for our celebration of "Sankofa, an Evening in Burma."  Experience cultural music, authentic Burmese cuisine, and bid on items such as Art, Jewelry, Furniture, Gift Baskets, Gift Certificates...and much more!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(204, 51, 204);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(204, 51, 204);"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 301px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SZmLGG5gGeI/AAAAAAAAAQA/IJ4ZFwwOLLc/s400/Asian+Goose+(Sankofa).jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5303422973252737506" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 153);">Invitation Digital Illustrator: Joe Bennett</span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 153);">Contact: bennett2899@bellsouth.net</span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 153); font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">The <a href="http://www.intcomschool.org/">International Community School</a> (ICS), a public charter school located in Dekalb County, Georgia was strategically designed to bring together refugee, immigrant, and U.S. native-born children in an academically challenging and nurturing environment.  As a charter school, ICS receives 30% less public funding per student than traditional public schools. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I am so glad to again head the Decor Committee for such a wonderful cause!  Please ALSO consider offering your support by <a href="http://auctions.readysetauction.com/internationalcommuni/home">purchasing tickets or donating items to the Auction!</a>  (All donations accepted including Goods, Services, Gift Certificates, Sponsorships, etc...).<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXeXO95OwqI/AAAAAAAAANA/jKmBwu31iTA/s320/BurundiDrummer.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293866170385875618" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Last year's gala had a theme of "Sankofa, Journey Down the Nile," and featured the <a href="http://burundidrummers.com/">Burundi Drummers and Dancers of Atlanta</a>.</div><div><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 227px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXeW672C2qI/AAAAAAAAAM4/MQvT_S0NtTU/s320/Aneesa.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293865826238257826" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This year's 2009 Gala will again feature the returning Belly Dancing appearance by <a href="http://www.atlantabellydance.com/NazeemDancers/Profiles/AneesaProfile.html">Aneesa</a> of <a href="http://www.atlantabellydance.com/">Nazeem Allayl!</a></div><div><div><div><div><br /></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-148264738795824695?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-35133824255239940662009-01-31T11:00:00.006-05:002009-03-14T18:32:19.471-04:00South Asian Bridal ShowThe <a href="http://www.rivaajmagazine.com/index.php?option=com_artforms&amp;formid=4">South Asian Bridal Show</a>, hosted by <a href="http://www.rivaajmagazine.com/">Rivaaj Magazine</a>, will take place next Sunday, February 8, 2009 at the <a href="http://www.villachristina.com/retreat_dunwoody.php">Retreat of Dunwoody</a>, and is a <span style="color:#ffccff;">MUST ATTEND</span> if you are looking for inspirations and Atlanta A-list vendors to make your event unforgettable!<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5296391916853681794" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 257px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 305px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SYCQYwtQXoI/AAAAAAAAAPg/hXfqpo8O0es/s320/Rivaaj.jpg" border="0" />If you go, say hello to the StudioWed representatives, and check out my innovative Floral Designs featured on the "Orange and Blue" table at the <a href="http://studiowed.net/">StudioWed Atlanta</a> booth. <a href="http://lemiga.com/socialevents.html">Michelle Gainey</a> of <a href="http://lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a> had come up with this really great inspiration board, but visit the table in person, as the creative ideas have evolved dramatically since then!<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297567916572843266" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 328px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 324px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SYS989DUnQI/AAAAAAAAAPo/0HAdLHrcxgA/s320/OrangeBlue.jpg" border="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-3513382425523994066?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-27085906894645964502009-01-29T07:00:00.003-05:002009-01-29T10:03:57.751-05:00Venue Spotlight - 103 West<img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 216px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SYCEOv8ug5I/AAAAAAAAAPQ/YcZH0ggeSiY/s320/DrapedPedestals.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5296378550711911314" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photo Credit: <a href="http://www.ishotthebride.com/">I Shot the Bride</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://www.buckheadrestaurants.com/103west.html">103 West</a>, part of the <a href="http://www.buckheadrestaurants.com/index2.html">Buckhead Life Restaurant Group</a>, is a private event facility, and one of my FAVORITE venues because of their chic decor, intimate settings, and hospitable staff!  I feel privileged to have one of my signature weddings included on their newest advertising post card (top row, third image from left):  <div><br /><div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 198px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SYCCuYEKK_I/AAAAAAAAAPI/6Er3P1g-hl4/s320/103West1001.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5296376895033191410" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 198px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SYCOK3LLg1I/AAAAAAAAAPY/wfxZ4V37nbM/s320/103West2002.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5296389479048381266" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><div>You can also view 103 West's full page ad on page 61 of the 2009 anniversary issue of the <a href="http://media.modernluxury.com/digital.php?e=BBAT">Atlantan Brides Magazine</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you're interested in holding your event here, DEFINITELY contact Heidi McElroy; she's great! And of course be sure to let her know I referred you!<div><br /></div><div>Heidi McElroy</div><div>Manager of Private Events</div><div>103 West</div><div>103 West Paces Ferry Road</div><div>Atlanta, GA 30305</div><div>404.240.6660</div><div>hmcelroy@buckheadrestaurants.com</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-2708590689464596450?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-43869835293640906882009-01-26T07:00:00.005-05:002009-01-26T19:47:21.145-05:00Happy Lunar New Year!!<div style="text-align: left;">Happy Lunar New Year!  I'm looking forward to all that the Year of the Ox has to bring!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 205px; height: 130px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXnzI72X2NI/AAAAAAAAAOA/V1qnLvWEzTk/s400/Ox.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294530171780978898" />To celebrate the New Year, please enjoy a few archived images from Criss and Amber's beautiful, Asian-inspired wedding that had taken place at Magnolia Hall in Piedmont Park.  I had such a great time preparing for this event!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Special thanks to <a href="http://ishotthebride.com/">Romina Rivadeneira</a> of <a href="http://ishotthebride.com/index.html">I Shot the Bride</a> for her always wonderful photography!</div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 238px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXi4fQIUuqI/AAAAAAAAANY/dIcKzqWX4RA/s320/AmberDresses.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294184209019353762" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXi4fN13AnI/AAAAAAAAANI/O0t6LakrSBw/s320/AmberBouquet.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294184208405037682" /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXi4gF7_C8I/AAAAAAAAANg/NV9chIpSEcc/s320/AmberHair.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294184223463115714" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 238px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXi5PicYXkI/AAAAAAAAANw/kn2h2lZctIg/s320/AmberWeddingParty.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294185038569037378" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SXi4gLxIn4I/AAAAAAAAANo/Uxpcz22geww/s320/AmberReception.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294184225028218754" /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 238px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SX5YyocXjnI/AAAAAAAAAOo/63RVSe75BI4/s320/AmberPlacecards.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5295767838707388018" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4386983529364090688?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-18525926192595386902009-01-21T07:00:00.001-05:002010-07-25T09:53:47.684-04:00Nylon Spandex Chair CoversSHOSHO Designs now offers <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ff99ff;">BLACK</span> and <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ff99ff;">WHITE</span> spandex chair cover rentals! &nbsp;These high quality covers are made of nylon spandex (not polyester spandex!) and fit the contours of most banquet chairs. They are ESSENTIAL for creating a sleek, modern look for any event!! <br /><div><br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290469522241015794" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWuGABg0z_I/AAAAAAAAAMg/vYTUzwsJQHQ/s320/BlackLycra.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 320px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 308px;" /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-1852592619259538690?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-62914496600669424652009-01-19T21:30:00.000-05:002009-01-21T09:34:25.541-05:00SHOSHO Designs-Atlanta Hotlist Winner!!I am SO excited to have been voted as the <a href="http://cityvoter.com/atlanta-hot-list/winners/3320/weddings/flowers">2008 Atlanta Hotlist WINNER for "Best Flowers"</a> in the Weddings category.  Thanks SO MUCH to all of you who continue to support and inspire me in all of my creative endeavors!  I'm definitely looking forward to another great year in 2009!<div><br /></div><div>Additional congratulations to the following StudioWed Atlanta vendors who ALSO placed in the top five of their respective categories:</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://cityvoter.com/atlanta-hot-list/winners/3320/weddings/photographer"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 204);">Best Photographer:</span></span></span></a></div><div><a href="http://www.AndreaTaylorStudio.com/">Andrea Taylor Studio</a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 51, 255);"><br /></span></div><div><a href="http://cityvoter.com/atlanta-hot-list/winners/3320/weddings/cakes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 204);">Best Cakes:</span></span></span></a></div><div><a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarplum Visions</a></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><a href="http://cityvoter.com/atlanta-hot-list/winners/3320/weddings/flowers"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 204);">Best Flowers:</span></a></span></div><div><a href="http://www.bytulip.com/">Tulip</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6291449660066942465?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-77789042892309929612009-01-18T17:38:00.000-05:002009-01-21T09:32:46.798-05:00StudioWed Atlanta Vendor ListI am very honored to soon work with the following talented event industry providers, who will join me in representing StudioWed Atlanta!<div><br /><div>Event Consultant</div><div><a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Floral Designers</div><div><a href="http://shoshonale.com/splash.html">SHOSHO Designs</a></div><div><a href="http://www.chelseafloraldesigns.com/">Chelsea Floral Designs</a></div><div><a href="http://www.bytulip.com/">Tulip</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Photographers</div><div><a href="http://www.blueworldstudios.com/">Blue World Studios</a></div><div><a href="http://www.andreataylorstudio.com/">Andrea Taylor Studio</a></div><div><a href="http://www.rossoscarknight.com/">Ross Oscar Knight</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Stationery</div><div><a href="http://www.luxeexpressions.com/">Luxe Expressions</a></div><div><a href="http://www.inkandpaintonline.com/">Ink and Paint</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Event &amp; Tent Drapery</div><div><a href="http://gerisimsproductions.com/">Geri Sims Productions</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Favors</div><div><a href="http://www.dreamygelato.com/">Dreamy Gelato and Chocolate</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Wedding Cake and Baked Goods</div><div><a href="http://www.sugarplum-visions.com/">Sugarplum Visions</a></div><div><a href="http://www.mcupcakes.com/">~M Cupcakes</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Linen and Event Rentals</div><div><a href="http://www.idolinens.com/">I Do Linens</a></div><div><a href="http://erultd.com/">Event Rentals Unlimited</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Wedding Attire</div><div><a href="http://www.thesolejourney.com/">Sole Journey</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Wedding Sitters</div><div><a href="http://www.eleganteventsitters.com/">Elegant Event Sitters</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Beauty and Spa</div><div><a href="http://www.blissmobilespa.net/">Luxe Beauty Co</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Officiant</div><div><a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/biz/reverend-deanna-lancaster-sugar-hill/001130a4179d6b85.html">Rev. Deanna Lancaster</a></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-7778904289230992961?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-66569951307508492942009-01-08T00:14:00.018-05:002009-03-14T18:28:08.641-04:00StudioWed Atlanta!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWuE5SCBAdI/AAAAAAAAAMY/JsmCEe-3f0k/s1600-h/StudioWed.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 89px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWuE5SCBAdI/AAAAAAAAAMY/JsmCEe-3f0k/s320/StudioWed.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290468306904482258" /></a><div>I am SO excited to have been invited to join StudioWed Atlanta!!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The <a href="http://www.studiowed.net/about.php">StudioWed Asheville</a> still operates in its hot Destination Wedding location in North Carolina, but a second StudioWed is scheduled to open its doors in March of 2009 right here in Atlanta, Georgia!</div><div><div><br /></div><div>StudioWed is an exclusive collection of event industry vendors brought together to meet ALL of your planning needs, under the roof of a single stylish studio located in the heart of the city. </div><div><br /></div><div>Pick up your 2009 anniversary issue of the luxury magazine, <a href="http://media.modernluxury.com/digital.php?e=BBAT">The Atlantan Brides</a>, and be sure to check out the "What's the Buzz Section" for a mention of the new opening!</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 333px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWYUFRw1XGI/AAAAAAAAAL4/Oi-77TuUDQw/s400/AtlantanBrides.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288936893293354082" /><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 332px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWYURrqBC2I/AAAAAAAAAMA/roU8lv29eiM/s400/AtlantanBuzz.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288937106402511714" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">StudioWed Atlanta will be operated by <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/weddingevents.html">Michelle Gainey</a>, event planner and founder of <a href="http://www.lemiga.com/">Lemiga Events</a>, who has done a phenomenal job of hand selecting Atlanta's highest quality event industry providers.  Be sure to check back for a list of talented vendors that will represent the studio!</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6656995130750849294?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-89722083170720792412009-01-07T19:34:00.010-05:002009-01-08T01:25:09.893-05:00Let's Eat Cake!<div style="text-align: left;">In addition to conceiving and coordinating this wonderful event to benefit <a href="http://www.stjude.org/stjude/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=f2bfab46cb118010VgnVCM1000000e2015acRCRD">St. Jude Children's Research Hospital</a>, <a href="http://www.masterpieceweddings.net/about_us.shtml">Melissa Margarita-DiStefano,</a> founder of <a href="http://www.masterpieceweddings.net/">Masterpiece Events,</a> is donating an additional $1 for every blog that writes a post about the <a href="http://www.letseatcakefundraiser.com/">Let's Eat Cake</a> fundraising effort!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>...so blog it forward for a great cause...and "Make Melissa Pay"!!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 302px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWVRlwngDCI/AAAAAAAAALY/8t-4fEG4ybg/s320/PayItForward.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288723046564105250" /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8972208317072079241?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-88000746082014567152008-12-31T18:30:00.003-05:002009-01-08T23:17:38.232-05:00Tier 1 Sample Flowers<div style="text-align: left;">Clients are often unsure of the cost of their favorite flowers, so I have developed a "Tier System" to help clients determine whether their flower choices are more "high-end" (Tier1),  "mid-range" (Tier 2),  or "econimcally" (Tier 3) priced.  Here are some samples of "Tier 1" flowers.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Characteristics: <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);">$$$</span>, higher-end flowers, often used in modern or contemporary arrangements.</div><div style="text-align: left;">(<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Images uploaded from iStock Photo unless otherwise noted).</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 138px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SVmlOtUO1yI/AAAAAAAAAIY/WNake1nqKr8/s200/2504366429_828e1059ca-1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285437309797193506" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">White Calla Lily</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Flickr</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> Source: </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rodney_birch/2504366429/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Trumpet Lily on black</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">, originally uploaded by </span></span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rodney_birch/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Electrolyte.</span></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 151px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SVmWjEN6YyI/AAAAAAAAAII/Th0fcocWWEk/s200/MiniCallas.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285421166867669794" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Mini Calla Lilies</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 182px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SVmW3sORUYI/AAAAAAAAAIQ/AgqqpqrTEHg/s200/CymbidiumBloom.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285421521203974530" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Orchid </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);">(Refer to "Orchids" Posting for a complete explanation of orchid types).</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 131px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SVmy4K9W4TI/AAAAAAAAAIw/5gUogcvMaKM/s200/Hydrangea.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285452315780112690" /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Hydrangea</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Flickr</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> Source: </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/forestgreendog/2849985405/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">purple_dots</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">, originally uploaded by </span></span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/forestgreendog/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">forestgreendog</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SVpMGU-X4SI/AAAAAAAAAJA/Wbny44g2pNo/s200/Peony.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285620784265945378" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Peony</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr</a> Source: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/70116615@N00/515095761/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Pink Peony</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">, originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/70116615@N00/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Ginther</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 166px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SVm5bW9euVI/AAAAAAAAAI4/D1-3j64-GmA/s200/Gloriosa.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285459517367040338" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Gloriosa</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Flickr</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> Source: </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/85615708@N00/2671598225/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Flame Lily</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">, originally uploaded by </span></span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/85615708@N00/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">foxielicious</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SVlC4biiRWI/AAAAAAAAAH4/ymKMWlw37jc/s200/2717271153_432f5fd98c.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285329174928704866" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Stephanotis</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/">Flickr</a> Source: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/23496208@N02/2717271153/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Stephanotis Boutonniere</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">, originally uploaded by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/23496208@N02/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">waldenfloral</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">.</span></span></div><div><div><div><div> </div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-8800074608201456715?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-40916487647378487922008-12-30T11:31:00.012-05:002009-01-07T20:18:03.152-05:00Tier 2 Sample Flowers<div style="text-align: left;">Here are some samples of Tier 2 flowers.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Characteristics:  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);">$$</span>, Mid-range flowers, most types commonly known.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">(Images uploaded from iStock Photo unless otherwise noted).</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWQ0j2UD_VI/AAAAAAAAAJY/Qjl2_D1jfCc/s200/Rose.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288409652919532882" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Rose</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 182px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWQ0jcoT8wI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/YNiFDQQ0M-k/s200/Dahlia.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288409646025143042" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Dahlia</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Flickr Source:  <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22448470@N03/2754847900/">Dahlia</a>, originally uploaded by *<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22448470@N03/">*Curt**.</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWQ15B-fVbI/AAAAAAAAAKA/XrHplJZfKMw/s200/Tulip.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288411116339156402" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Parrot Tulips</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWQ147-82bI/AAAAAAAAAJ4/PlxC_piCq2A/s200/AsiaticLily.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288411114730478002" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Asiatic Lily</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWQ0j9qJjbI/AAAAAAAAAJg/ygqw_Mhww1Q/s200/Iris.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288409654891220402" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Iris</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWQ0kqIIbpI/AAAAAAAAAJw/afnDKjbGQwk/s200/Gerbera.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288409666828136082" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Gerbera Daisy</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 130px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWQ0kRYgM8I/AAAAAAAAAJo/N9yPRHiCXxA/s200/Chrysanthemum.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288409660185916354" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Football Chrysanthemums</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4091648764737848792?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-55830428914273915662008-12-29T11:40:00.004-05:002009-01-07T20:18:44.181-05:00Tier 3 Sample Flowers<div style="text-align: left;">Here are some Tier 3 flower samples.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Characteristics:  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(153, 153, 255);">$</span>, most economical, often used as accent flowers; design in monochromatic masses to create modern or contemporary arrangements.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">(Images uploaded from iStock Photo unless otherwise noted).</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWRFvHdXCKI/AAAAAAAAAK4/b7VrxDnQbr4/s200/ButtonMums.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288428538198165666" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Button Mums</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWRGjDaJa-I/AAAAAAAAALA/HU1DCx8CHxw/s200/Gladiola.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288429430464146402" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Gladiolus</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Flickr Source:  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rhodes-rally/3028792361/">Gladioli</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rhodes-rally/">PJ.</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 192px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWRDJTf6qaI/AAAAAAAAAKI/QlQWnCTdZYc/s200/Daisies.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288425689571830178" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Daisies</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Flickr Source:  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rubybayan/493313145/">White Bouquet</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rubybayan/">myruby.</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWRENl4ydyI/AAAAAAAAAKQ/mOtZrz9N-iY/s200/MiniCarnations.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288426862739093282" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Carnations/Mini Carnations</div><div style="text-align: center;">Flickr Source:  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/vilageron/3119597485/">Carnations</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/vilageron/">vestaligo.</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 176px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWRFNZlQYcI/AAAAAAAAAKo/K-6_e9GzdRs/s200/Alstroemeria.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288427958947570114" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Alstroemeria</div><div style="text-align: center;">Flickr Source:  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Alstroemeria pallida, originally u<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; ">ploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/toddboland/">nftodd.</a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; "></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; "><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 160px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SWRJrTmGQwI/AAAAAAAAALI/QIEQFsmOZvE/s200/SprayRoses.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288432870783075074" /></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Spray Roses</div><div style="text-align: center;">Flickr Source:  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rubybayan/3025052328/">Birthday Wishes</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rubybayan/">myruby</a>.</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5583042891427391566?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-5324661293119199162008-12-28T13:01:00.022-05:002011-08-28T17:31:00.145-04:00How Much Does it Cost?<div>According to <a href="http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-budget/articles/wedding-budget-101-establishing-your-budget.aspx">The Knot</a>, clients can expect to spend 10% to 15% on event flowers alone. &nbsp;Be sure to view the <a href="http://shoshonale.com/">SHOSHO Designs</a>&nbsp;"2009 Pricing" schedule and "Consultation Help" worksheets to aide in your planning!</div><div><br /></div><div>Major factors that can affect the OVERALL budget:</div><div><br /></div><div><div><div><div>1. &nbsp;Number of Members in Wedding Party.<br /><div>2. &nbsp;Number of Guests Attending.</div><div>(Example: &nbsp;150 guests sitting 8-10 people per standard round table may require 15 to 19 centerpieces).&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Major factors that can affect INDIVIDUAL flower arrangements:</div><div><br /></div><div>1. &nbsp;Flower Type (or "Tier").</div><div>2. &nbsp;Number of Blooms per Arrangement.</div><div>3. &nbsp;Vase or Container Type.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Check back to determine in which "Tier" your favorite flowers fall!</div><div><br /></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-532466129311919916?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-78702575384317078062008-12-22T00:20:00.022-05:002008-12-22T01:47:00.500-05:00Orchids!!<div style="text-align: center;">Orchids are often a wedding and special event favorite because of their diversity, versatility, and sheer elegance.  Decide which orchids best fit YOUR style and needs!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU8yRxByOmI/AAAAAAAAAGg/pMV5EXEuUzQ/s200/Phaelanopsis.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282496168728869474" />Phaelanopsis Orchids.  Beautiful, delicate blossoms available in pinks, magentas, and white.  Great for creating a striking, modern look.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU8ydRe9SxI/AAAAAAAAAGo/IWJ4VhEti-Y/s200/Cymbidium.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282496366419725074" />Cymbidium Orchids.  Available in a wide range of colors.  Great for creating submerged centerpieces.  Blooms can be cut from stem, and used in bouquets or as floating flowers.  Mini cymbidium orchids are often used in corsages or boutonnieres.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU8zC9YtoPI/AAAAAAAAAGw/WQvtRjKwHg8/s200/Dendrobium.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282497013859852530" /><div style="text-align: center;">Dendrobium Orchids.  Available in a wide range of colors.  Great for creating dramatic, "spray" arrangements.  Provides an elegant, but affordable alternative to cymbidium orchids.  Blooms are small and work well in corsages and boutonnieres.  <br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU80BKyrfeI/AAAAAAAAAG4/sdP3Sx2-ygY/s200/Vanda.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282498082610314722" />Vanda Orchids.  Available in a wide range of colors.  Similar to dendrobium orchids, but stems are truncated at their tips.  Blooms are more "plate" shaped and do not have a "throat."</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU80YzrFUvI/AAAAAAAAAHA/m3XC1coOOL4/s200/Mokara.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282498488721298162" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Mokara orchids.  Similar to dendrobium orchids, but stems are truncated at their tips.  Blooms are smaller, more "star" shaped, and do not have a "throat."  Great for creating contemporary, submerged flower centerpieces.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 136px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU80rB7OCKI/AAAAAAAAAHI/TQVNDaFrfkk/s200/Cattleya.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282498801784719522" />Cattleya Orchids.  Large, gorgeous blooms with a dramatic "throat."  Available in a variety of colors.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU81DpGqffI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/lecfhETnWwU/s200/Oncidium.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282499224618565106" />Oncidium Orchids.  Only available in yellow.  Small, delicate, paper-like blooms inspire their alternative name, "Dancing Ladies."  Great for creating dramatic, "spray" centerpieces.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SU81g9FtbmI/AAAAAAAAAHY/qxIsdCC-CwA/s200/LadySlipper.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282499728199478882" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Lady Slipper Orchids.  Modern, fun, and unusual!<br /></div></div><div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-7870257538431707806?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-58171445804542872072008-12-18T21:18:00.001-05:002008-12-30T10:48:55.022-05:00French Bustle Linen Rentals<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SUhjMeTBEfI/AAAAAAAAAD4/8aqvIf1_gqY/s1600-h/FrenchBustleLinen.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 286px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SUhjMeTBEfI/AAAAAAAAAD4/8aqvIf1_gqY/s320/FrenchBustleLinen.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280579629034312178" /></a><br /></div>In addition to traditional satin, SHOSHO Designs is proud to now also offer French Bustle Table and Chair Cover Linen rentals.  Made of a polysatin material, these linens have a full drop to the floor, and add lush style and elegance to any event.  Use them to enhance your Reception, or to dress up a Cake or Sweetheart Table.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-5817144580454287207?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-60290770334629997272008-12-16T21:08:00.008-05:002008-12-30T10:52:00.592-05:00French Bustle Inspirations<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SUhgTPVGC3I/AAAAAAAAADw/3KWD3nIh1es/s1600-h/WFTable1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 224px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SUhgTPVGC3I/AAAAAAAAADw/3KWD3nIh1es/s320/WFTable1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280576446740695922" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SUhgS4GqDmI/AAAAAAAAADo/j5siCY2YLKk/s1600-h/WFChairCover.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 278px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SUhgS4GqDmI/AAAAAAAAADo/j5siCY2YLKk/s320/WFChairCover.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280576440506125922" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zXVpWFBMOys/SUhgS4GqDmI/AAAAAAAAADo/j5siCY2YLKk/s1600-h/WFChairCover.jpg"><br /></a></div><br /><br />Here are some gorgeous inspirations by California-based <a href="http://www.wildflowerlinens.com/">Wildflower Linen</a>, as seen in the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Grace Ormand, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Fall/Winter 2008</span> issue.<div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-6029077033462999727?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-44087512058572384002008-12-14T13:43:00.001-05:002009-01-20T10:22:47.790-05:00Atlanta Hotlist 2008 NominationI'm very excited to announce my nomination as a top designer in the "Best Flowers" category on "Atlanta's 2008 Hotlist."  In order to receive this prestigious award, however, I need more votes!  Click <a href="http://cityvoter.com/shosho-designs-serving-greater-atlanta-atlanta-ga-30032/loc/164209">here</a> to vote and review SHOSHO Designs. You can only vote once, and voting ends January 2nd!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-4408751205857238400?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-850135473567566165.post-24200464664333019792008-12-11T01:00:00.000-05:002008-12-14T23:37:09.032-05:00Welcome!Welcome to the SHOSHO Designs blog!  The purpose of this blog is to keep you updated on exciting news and upcoming events, share images and ideas from recent occasions, provide answers to frequently asked questions, and introduce new trends and products in the Wedding and Floral Design industries.  Be sure to check the SHOSHO Designs website at www.shoshonale.com, as well, as new portfolio images are posted frequently!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/850135473567566165-2420046466433301979?l=shoshodesigns.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SHOSHO Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08650032462533865963noreply@blogger.com0