Chocolate, Blue and Cream Wedding

Chocolate, blue and cream wedding at Meadow Creek B & B in Conifer, Colorado.
This is a beautiful venue with a historic stone main house and many separate cabins
in this pristine meadow and wooded area of the Rocky Mountains.
Here are a few pics.

The Poor Carnation

Carnations were one of my first loves.
I love the delicate, sweet fragrance of cloves,
the longevity, the colors.
Especially the deep, deep purples and lime greens,
and, yes, white just might be my favorite.
The poor carnation. Such a bad rap. They just got overused...sold on every street corner, grocery store and used everywhere.
They were designed poorly, just poked in here and
there just to take up space.
Then, they got shoved aside without even knowing what it was they did wrong.
When I opened my second shop, 20 years after the first, I became a carnation snob.
My rule was...no carnations..they are a "special order".
But, how could I turn my back on my old faithful
friends? I love the carnation designed in a mass
and all one shade. Lush.
I am so enjoying creating clean, sleek, modern designs with them. I love to present a showy carnation piece
and hear the comments from my customers,"I don't
normally like carnations, but, that is really, really
cool."

A thought on wedding flowers...
Many brides are on a big time budget this year. Still are getting married, but choosing
to do much of the wedding themselves, or with the help of friends.
Here are some reasons to consider hiring a professional florist.

From Bride & Bloom http://72.167.202.151/index.php?page...loral-designer

• They’re professionals – No matter how many books you read on DIY floral design, it’s really no substitute for years of professional experience. Floral designers know what flowers will be in season on your wedding date, they know which will hold up best in the heat or in the cold, they know the latest color palettes and design trends, and most importantly, they can design in an artistic manner that is hard to achieve as an amateur.

• They’re relievers of stress – Do you really want to worry about crafting bouquets for all six of your bridesmaids, not to mention all those little boutonnieres? And those sky-scraping, architectural centerpieces you had imagined? They don’t seem like such a piece of cake when you’re trying to entertain your out-of-town guests. Hiring a floral designer allows you to entertain, have some fun, and even relax a little.

• They’re stage-setters – A good floral designer will have everything set up before your guests even arrive. This is something that’s hard to do on your own. Usually, designers have an experienced team that helps set everything up. You could attempt to recruit your own team, but who knows how many friends and family members will be able to help you set up? And, do you really want to put that burden on the people closest to you? Your wedding should be a day everyone – including yourself – can enjoy.

Fresh Flower Fridays!

Fresh Flower Fridays!

Every Friday is 2 for 1
on all single stems! Buy one, get one for free!
We have a great selection of fresh cut flowers,
such as Sunflowers, Blue orchids, Tulips,
Organic Stargazer Lilies and Gerbera Daisies,
Calla Lilies, Roses and Bird of Paradise and
Green Hydrangea.
Cash and Carry

Valentines Day
Saturday, February 14th

Send your love before the 14th!

*They know you thought of them early - it’s not a “last minute” effort.
*Your “Valentine” is the center of attention at the workplace.
*Your Valentine will feel loved all week.

Sweet Specials

Fresh Cut Romance:
A low and lush, full of seasonal fresh cut blooms such as tulips, roses,
sunflowers and hydrangea, spilling over in a square glass cube.
Full of romance and love.
A little love……$50.00
A lotta love……$85.00
So much love….$100.00

Scent with Love:
Shades of all white flowers centered with a single Red Rose
Very aromatic. Make her happy……$50.00
Keep her happy……$100.00

In the Garden:
A mingling of wildflowers, accented with colorful fillers, flavor and
the softness of nature. Casual and simple. Lovely.
Small Garden……..$35.00
Lavish Garden…....$65.00

Loving Roses:
2 Dozen short roses designed low and lush enhanced with
rich foliages. All red or call for other color availability. $65.00

1 Dozen Classic Tall and Showy Premium Roses
All red or call for other availability. $75.00

Skate the Lake Tickets available here!

Skate The Lake

Winter Festival 2008

We are proud to support Drive Smart by selling tickets for this great event.
Buy your tickets before December 15th:
$15.00 each, kids 8 and under free.
After the 15th: $20.00 each.
Stems Flower Shop, at the Lakepoint Center.
303 674 4995. Cash or Checks only.

The Annual SKATE the LAKE has been a New Year's Eve tradition since 1996. Winter Festival offers ice-skating, fireworks, fire barrel bonfires, sleigh rides, food, music and ice games such as pick-up hockey and broom-stick hockey along with games/ activities (jump castles, face painting), lots of food vendors, music and dancing all on firm ground!

The spectacular fireworks display will be lit over the ice – not just at midnight but first at 8:00 p.m. for the youngsters in the crowd. Once you've experienced it, you will always remember how magical it is.

Skate the Lake Winter Festival is a non-alcohol event, geared to families and those who wish to ring in the New Year safely, without a hang-over. The event is open from 6 pm to 12 midnight, New Year's Eve.

Fresh Evergreen Kissing Balls.
We make them every year from fresh
Douglas Fir, cones, berries, rustic snowflakes and ribbon.
Hang outdoors as an alternative to a wreath.
Will last well into January as a natural, living bird feeder if you
place seed on top, or peanut butter and seed on the cones.
Color choices: Reds, Burgundies,
Burnt orange, Copper.
About 2 feet in diameter.
These can be shipped too!
$40.00 each or $36.00 each
for two or more.