Sunday, March 29, 2009

Congratulations to Stephani & Troy

Stephani and Troy were married yesterday on a perfect Spring day. I couldn't be more delighted for this lovely couple. The new Folsom Crossing Bridge opened yesterday which created a traffic nightmare. Poor Troy. He was ready to marry his lady on time, but the traffic created some unavoidable delays. He did his best to let it roll off his back, but honestly, he was just ready to see his bride. The ceremony was at St. John The Baptist Church in Folsom and the reception was held at the spectacular Granite Bay Golf Club. I cannot wait to see the amazing photographs captured by the team at Memory Journalists Photography. I will post the photos as soon as they are available.

Stephani worked very hard on the details for her wedding. Her inspiration was nature's beauty found in the peacock feather. She used rich chocolate browns, yummy latte, wonderful purples and greens. The flowers were lush and rich with a contemporary flare. The bouquets were some of my all-time favorites. Stephani chose deep eggplant calla lilies, burgundy roses and rich green cymbidium orchids for the bouquets. Delicious!! The tables were highly detailed. We added a lot of branches, polished river stone, colored glass gems and candles, candles, candles.

Congratulations Stephani and Troy. I wish you a life time of smiles, laughter, and joy.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Forgive me for a little bragging....



Last night the Sacramento Chapter of NACE (National Association of Catering Executives) held its annual awards dinner.

I am honored to announce that I was voted Event Professional of the Year. I am very proud to serve on the Board of Directors of this very prestigious organization. I am humbled and appreciative of this great honor. I thank everyone who was generous enough to vote for me.

The mission of NACE is “To provide catering and event professionals superior education, networking and resources to enhance career success and deliver excellence to clients.”

I strive to live up to the high standards demanded of members of this organization.

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Continuing Design Education


Today was inspiring. One of our long time designers, Kelli Souza, and I had the opportunity to go to a wedding and prom design show sponsored by Teleflora. The show was held at one of our excellent local wholesale locations, Flora Fresh.

We are committed to ongoing education every year in an effort to stay on the cutting edge of floral and wedding design trends. We came back absolutely inspired and excited. We have great new ideas to share with our wonderful clients.

By the way, we will be adding new services to our line up, including prom, daily deliveries and funeral work. Weddings and events will always be the hub of our business, but we are excited about being able to offer new service lines to our customers.

Look for pitures soon of the very trendy new designs we've been inspired to creat.

Have a beautiful week!
Katie Edwards
Designer/Owner

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Please Help!


Let me tell you about my friend, Jenny Giallanza. A few years ago Jenny decided to change her life in a way that focused on health. With determination and discipline she did just that. Now she is using her newfound health, strength and energy to focus on the health of others. Jenny is about to embark on her second triathlon to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. WOW! What an amazing undertaking! I asked her what motivated her to take on such an extraordinary endeavor. I was so moved by her answer. She told me that if some little child could get up in the morning to go for chemotherapy, then she could get up and workout for an event to raise money to help. I am reaching out to my friends, family, colleagues, and clients to support Jenny in her effort. Any amount will help. Checks should be made out to: The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society. Her deadline is 4/15/09. You can forward your donations to me and I will get them to Jenny.

Sunday, March 8, 2009

Wilson Vineyards Weddings

Ambience Floral Design loves to work at Wilson Vineyards in Clarksburg! If you have't been there you should really take a look. It is an amazing venue. Gorgeous gardens, charming barn, wonderful secluded location just 10 minutes from downtown. Your host, Sandy Wilson, will make sure that every detail is handled perfectly. This beautiful setting and amazing service are truly wonderful for weddings and corporate events. Thanks to Pechan Photo, Christopher Kight Photography, Diana Miller Photography and Andrea's Images for sharing their work with me so that I can share it with you.






Wedding Season is off and running

January and February are typically quiet my wedding world. Friday, March 6th was our big kick off. We took lots of red roses to our couple, Tony & Suzanne, at Wine & Roses. The weather was gorgeous. Their courtyard ceremony was drenched in candlelight and red rose petals. Following the ceremony the happy couple and their friends had an intmate dinner recepiton in the Cellar Room. The centerpieces were lush red rose centerpieces in black glass. The hurricane candles and candle stands from the ceremony were brought inside to add to the ambience of the celebration. Photos will be posted as soon as they are available.

We wish Tony & Suzanne a lifetime of happiness.