Cafe Au Lait

A crowd favorite to say the least. I visited a local flower farm in Essex {Aster B} a few weeks ago and was really lucky to gather some of the last local dahlias of the year. I saved a few Cafe au Laits for my self just to tinker with, because it felt like it had been ages since I just designed for fun. I love creating for my clients, but sometimes it feels so effing good to just create something beautiful in a free form way. No rules.  It ended up being one of my favorite pieces to date, and really helped re-energize my creativity, which I have really been needing.

I'm thankful for the spark because there is so much to do! We are working on a new website, one that I can't wait to fill with so much loveliness from this Wedding Season.  This year was our busiest by far {and there is still the holidays!} ... and as much as it's been thrilling, rewarding, exciting, and beyond my wildest dreams, I find my self tired to the bone ... and ready to soak in a little break. To spend a normal Saturday with my husband and friends.  I know as a business owner I need to make some changes, but growth can be scary, at least it scares me.  We bought a van this fall,  the LFC flower mobile! I never thought I would be so excited to trade in my little sports coupe for a big white van but hey, I never thought I'd be delivering flowers in a sports coupe either.  Life is funny.

The Not Wedding Boston

A little while back we shared that we participated in the 1st Boston Not Wedding {a unique bridal show alternative in the form of a fake wedding}  It was the first Bridal Show that we have showcased at, and I have to say I truly enjoyed the experience. As a vendor it was so energizing to chat with tons of brides who were  so excited for their upcoming nuptials and a wonderful reminder of why we do this whole thing!  I am thrilled to share that this event and our designs have been featured over on Ruffled today!  I'm sharing a few of our favorite snippets from the event here but make sure to check out the feature to see more from the day and loads of other talented vendors in the Boston area.

{Photos 1-4 courtesy of Lara Kimmerer  Photos 5-8 courtesy of Rebecca K Photography Rentals courtesy of New England Country Rentals}

For the Love of Garden Roses.

I love garden roses. Caramel Antike is a favorite of mine - they come out to play quite a bit in my Autumn designs. I couldn't resist shooting these beauties last time I had them in the studio, and wanted to share them on this chilly October Monday.  This weekend seemed to fly by even though it was quiet and relaxing.  Broke out all of my cozy sweaters,  had a really nice dinner out with my husband,  went to the dog wash with Bowser, and  snuck in some proposal writing.  But sometimes that's the best, just catching up on life.

Day Dreaming

I love our present LFC headquarters, but  I often dream about our some-day space and let me tell you, it's going to be glorious.  A girl can dream right?  

Cottage Studio

via Calico Apron

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via southwest greenhouses

via Country Living

Sakonnet Vineyards

I had the pleasure of creating some fall inspired florals for the last ISES-Rhode Island Meeting which was held at Sakonnet Vineyards in Little Compton, RI.  The property is undergoing some exciting new changes and is a must see if you are looking for a breath taking venue for an outdoor vineyard wedding.  With the setting in mind we created very seasonal and organic arrangements in vintage milk glass vessels full of rich texture.

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