Black Flowers - CENTERS - Part 4 of 4

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.  

Here are several flowers having black centers that are also usually readily available as CUT STEMS:

Anemone (White, Blue, Red, Pink, or Purple petals)

Available:  December-March

Flickr Source: white anemone, originally uploaded by lynnepet.

Black Eyed Susan

Available:  June-September

Flickr Source: Black Eye Susan, originally uploaded by ngl1145.

Gerbera Daisy (Petals of varying colors)

Available:  Year Round

Flickr Source: Gerbera, originally uploaded by rita_baer.

Sunflower

Available: Year Round

Flickr Source: Mingling Sunflowers, originally uploaded by Yobs.

Oriental Poppy

Available:  January-March

Flickr Source: Oriental Poppy, originally uploaded by 5348 Franco.

Black Flowers - ALTERNATIVES - Part 3 of 4

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:

Black Mini (Schwartzwalder) Calla Lilies

Available:  Year Round

Black Baccara Roses (Also: Black Magic Roses - slightly more red in color)

Available:  Year Round

Flickr Source: Black Magic Roses originally uploaded by Eki Flowers.

Chocolate Cosmos

Available:  April-July, September-December

Fiddlehead Fern Shoots

Available:  Year Round

Painted Branches (Manzanita, Curly Willow, Birch, etc...)

Available:  Year Round

Read Part 4 of 4 for a brief review of additional flowers having black "centers," that are often used as black accents.

Black Flowers - CUT STEMS - Part 2 of 4

Because 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:

Black Magic Elephant Ears

Flickr Source:  Black, originally uploaded by riaskiff.

Viburnum Berries

Black Kangaroo Paws

Available: October, November, and January

Flickr Source:  Perth-Kings Park -Black Kangaroo Paw originally uploaded by David Boehm.

Read Part 3 of 4 for a brief overview of the flowers that are often used as ALTERNATIVES to black flowers.

Black Flowers - GARDEN TYPES - Part I of 4

In honor of the "Weddings Unveiled" Winter 2009 gorgeous black and white cover and spread, I am posting a short tutorial about the availability of BLACK FLOWERS.

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.

Examples of these GARDEN TYPES include:

Black Bearded Iris

Black Nemophila

Night Queen Tulips

Black Prince (or Black Beauty) Pansies

Black Hollyhocks

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.

Venue Spotlight - Old Decatur Courthouse

Photo Credit:  Stacey Bode Photography

The Old Decatur Courthouse 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 Stacey Bode Photography and Michelle Lapid Photography for taking such wonderful images of my Courthouse decor!

Photo Credit:  Michelle Lapid Photography

Photo Credit:  Michelle Lapid Photography

Photo Credit:  Michelle Lapid Photography

Photo Credit:  Stacey Bode Photography

South Asian Bridal Show

The South Asian Bridal Show, hosted by Rivaaj Magazine was a hit!  Special thanks to Blue World Studios 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"!

Thank you also to Lemiga Events and the other vendors from StudioWed Atlanta for making this tablescape so inspirational!

I Do Linens provided the gorgeous table linen and chair caps.

Ink and Paint designed the beautiful stationery.

I was also glad to use my flowers to accent these fabulous shoes from Sole Journey.  

As well as add a finishing touch to Sugarplum Vision's truly artistic cake.

Filene's Basement Running of the Brides

Filene's Basement will hold their annual "Running of the Brides" event on Friday, March 20, 2009 in Buckhead.  Join StudioWed Atlanta and thousands of brides-to-be as they race to find the PERFECT designer wedding dress at truly bargain basement prices!

Be sure to say hello to Michelle Gainey of Lemiga Events who will be representing StudioWed, and offering chocolates, cupcakes, and information about our fabulous, Luxury Wedding Giveaway!

StudioWed Atlanta Luxury Wedding Giveaway!!

The HUGE announcement you have all anticipated is finally here!  

I am SO excited to offer the Reception Decor for this truly inspired luxury giveaway! 

StudioWed Atlanta, along with CBS Atlanta and AtlantaOccasions.com, 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 Atlanta Botanical Garden on the couple's choice of either Sunday, January 10th or Sunday, January 24th, 2010.  Deadline to enter the contest is Friday, April 10, 2009.

For additional contest details and registration visit:  http://www.cbsatlanta.com/weddinggiveaway/

GOOD LUCK TO THE WINNING COUPLE!!

StudioWed on CBS Atlanta!

Be sure to catch "Better Mornings Atlanta", hosted by CBS Atlanta this Wednesday, March 18, 2009 from 5AM to 7AM.  Not only will the show feature a tour of StudioWed Atlanta 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 here to view the online video.

Eagle's Landing Country Club Bridal Show

The Eagle's Landing Country Club, 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.  

Stop by the StudioWed Booth and say hello to Michelle Gainey 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!

Weddings Unveiled Blog Features StudioWed

Special thanks to Weddings Unveiled Magazine for featuring StudioWed Atlanta on their March 3, 2009 blog post.  Thanks for helping to spread the word!

StudioWed Atlanta Officially Opens!

StudioWed Atlanta is officially open!  Michelle Gainey of Lemiga Events 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!

StudioWed Atlanta

1000 Marietta St

Suite 124

Atlanta, GA 30318

Be sure to follow the blog this week!  StudioWed will have an IMPORTANT and EXCITING announcement to share!!