Weddings Sparkle at The Crystal Ballroom

Nestled right in downtown Bellingham, a little-know gem of a venue is waiting for your next special event.  The Leopold Crystal Ballroom was built in 1929 as part of the original hotel at 1224 Cornwall Ave. Now a lovely retirement community, the Leopold still offers the traditional ballroom for any type of event from weddings,…

Rent Your Wedding Flowers

I have had many brides come through that just aren’t really into flowers or have a limited budget that just can’t include them. New business are popping up that offer rental of silk bouquets and arrangements for your day. Bellingham Wedding and Event Rentals now rents bridal bouquets for around $35, which can save you…

Flowers + Art + Culture = Inspiration

Nothing makes me happier then fresh flowers!  When you mix flowers with fashion and art, the possibilities are mind bowing.  Flower arranging in itself is an artform; imagine making  a dress or sculpture out of them.  Flowers remind us of the ephemeral nature of life’s moments  – eventually all flowers wither and die – let…

Painted Paper Flowers

From the DIY and Craft Blog, Curious Purple Pig http://curiouspurplepig.wordpress.com/ Two nieces married, now it’s my turn. I’m getting married! I’ve been experimenting with paper flowers for a while. I love the stylized look. They don’t wilt, require no water, and can be done way in advance. To make it just wee bit more messy, and…

Winter Inspiration: Bouquets

Winter weddings don’t have to be all white, or reflect the bare trees outside. The textures, colors, and elegant & intimate feeling of this season make for stunning bouquets. By bringing in elements other than flowers like pine cones, lettuces, succulents, greens, feathers, berries, and icy bling, this season is the perfect chance for floral…

A Bride’s Best Friend: The Humble Branch

Sticks and Branches are right in your backyard and can be paired with any number of other elements to make a beautiful and stunning centerpiece.  Spraypaint with a bold color, attack them with glitter spray, leave natural, or soak in bleach. For fall and winter events, sticks are not only affordable, but the stylish way…

How Much Do Wedding Flowers Cost?

By Cheryl Cirelli As a couple begins to plan their wedding, they may question how much the wedding flowers will cost. Wedding flowers are an integral part of both the decoration and fashions for the event, so understanding how to prepare for this expense can help couples monitor their wedding budget without wilting their savings. Average…