Working Designer Wednesday: More Packaging Ideas

First things first…today I have another reader question for you. I was thrilled (and grateful) that so many of you left thoughtful comments for our West Coast designer last week regarding interns. So this week, I have a question from an Arizona designer and hope some of you experienced designers can help her out…

“What do wedding and event florists do to keep their peak dates open for higher budget brides and not overbook on those peak days ? Do they require a certain minimum for peak season?  I am struggling with overbooking smaller ones and then missing out on the larger events.”

Thanks for your help! I know she’ll appreciate it…

Now, let’s look at some packaging ideas…from some very talented designers and growers…

For hand-tied carry-out bouquets…

image via Florali

image via Wild Acre Flowers

image via It’s Mary Ruffle

For delivering wedding bouquets…

image via Springwell Gardens

image via Di Bezi Photography

image via Fleurs

image via Adorations and Jennifer Dery Photography

image via Punch 

image via Think Studio

image via Beautiful Blooms

Hope you’re feeling inspired! Don’t forget to leave a comment for our Arizona designer if you have some helpful advice. Wednesdays are becoming favorites of mine because I love hearing what you have to say about your experiences in this great business! I appreciate you all so much…

Happy Wednesday!

Simply Hydrangeas

 

image via Michelle Rago Ltd

image via Robbie Honey

image via Mille Fiori

image via Stoneblossom

image via Bella Flora

image via Simply Chic Events

image via Holly Heider Chapple Flowers

image via Salt Harbor Designs

image via Grace Ormonde

image via Pennington Flowers

Alone…that’s my favorite way to design with hydrangeas. What about you? Do you prefer hydrangeas mixed with other flowers or used alone en masse?

Today’s off to a much better start for me simply because I was able to share a few flowers with you this morning. Always better to start a day without massive frustration…thank you Live Writer.

Have a great Tuesday! 

 

Tall Centerpieces

image via Eric J. Photography

image via Bella Flora

image via Jessica’s Country Flowers

image via Tantawan Bloom

image via Stephanie Fay Photography

image via Bella Flora

image via Beautiful Blooms

image via Darryl & Co

image via Salt Harbor Designs and The Schultzes Photography

image via Soulflower

Happy Monday!

I'm Mad...

...at Live Writer...because it won't let me post this morning! Error 500 will prevent you from seeing some beautiful Alliums! Now you can be mad too...

Happy Monday!

Which Bouquet?

The Dress…

…by Mori Lee…

The Bouquets…

Bouquet #1

image via Krista Jon

Bouquet #2

image via Holly Heider Chapple Flowers

Bouquet #3

image via Atelier Joya 

Which would you choose?

Thanks for stopping by this week… love your comments and emails. I’ll meet you back here on Monday with more flowers…

Have a great weekend!

Color Inspiration: Moss Green

I am head-over-heels in love with these green settees…

image via Ariella Chezar and Jose Villa Photography

So, let’s follow the love…green is both fun and fresh for Spring…

image via Krista Jon

image via James Hurley Designs

image via Floral Verde

image via Flora Nova

image via Millie Holloman Photography

image via Last Petal

image via Jane Packer

image via Hazelnut Photography

image via White Lilac Inc.

image via Krislyn

image via JL Designs

image via Brandon Kidd Photography

image via Empty Vase

image via Cebolla Fine Flowers

image via Jen Kroll Photography

image via Botanica Floral Designs

I’m always surprised by how much I like green! If you were to ask me what colors I like, I’d never think to list it, yet I’m always drawn to it…probably because it echoes nature…grass, moss, foliage…

Thanks to all who took the time to respond to our West Coast designer/friend yesterday regarding hiring an intern. You provided some very helpful information! I knew I could count on you!

Have a terrific Thursday…