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Summer Style: Flower Arranging Tips From Paul Lowe
It seems like I'm not the only one who thinks that one rule of Summer style should be keeping things simple. Interior and food stylist Paul Lowe, whose gorgeous floral arrangements I featured earlier this week, agrees that simple presentations can make a huge visual impact when it comes to flowers. I asked him if he could provide CasaSugar readers with some simple Summer styling techniques when it came to flowers, and he happily agreed.
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Casa Quickie: Get Your Full Serving of Vegetables
Dissatisfied with the choice of flowers at your local market? Then head to the produce aisle instead.
Take a tip from the current issue of Canadian House and Home, and try using an unusual veggie in lieu of a floral arrangement.
Cool Idea: A Colander As a Vase
I recently polled you on your love for Todd Oldham's ice cream cone carnation floral arrangement, and you were pretty split on it. I on the other hand was not a fan; although in general, I feel that the world-renowned designer can do no wrong. Today is no exception to that notion, though.
Etsy Find: Felt Flower Button Bouquets
If the fleeting beauty of a fresh floral bouquet isn't what you had in mind for your wedding or other celebration, you're in luck. Etsy seller Princess Lasertron makes custom bouquets from hand-stitched felt and vintage buttons that will last well beyond your ceremony, and perhaps your five-year anniversary. But you needn't be tying the knot to take one home.
Cool Idea: Using Cabbage as a Centerpiece
Glass vases are chic and timeless, but sometimes you need to stir things up a bit. And when you've used every old coffee pot and vessel you can think of, look to your kitchen or garden. Real Simple looked at a head of cabbage with an inventive eye, and decided to use it as a centerpiece.
10 Brilliant Wedding Bouquets
Whether you're looking for inspiration for an unusual bouquet, or simply some interesting ways to augment a traditional arrangement, I've found some truly splendid bouquets to pique your interest. As you'll see, several of these bouquets forego flowers altogether.
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Do You Decorate With Paperweights?
I'd forgotten how pretty floral paperweights can look in a feminine home. I love this haphazard, girly arrangement from Andrea Rudolph's home. If you're looking to pick one up for yourself, try your local flea market, or head to Etsy and search for "floral paperweights."
Photographer to Watch: Kari Herer
I came across the work of Portland, ME-based photographer Kari Herer on Etsy and was absolutely swept off my feet. She does commercial, portrait, and fine art work, but it's her floral photography that really gets me. Fresh peonies and hydrangea make wonderful subjects for anyone behind the camera, but take a look at Herer's work and you'll be convinced she's truly a stylist at heart.
Do You Decorate With Cut Orchids?
When it comes to floral arrangements, i rarely think about buying cut orchids. My potted orchids usually last for months (and I've been lucky enough to have one blooming continuously for 16 months!). Still, the blooms are absolutely gorgeous, and I can see the appeal of cut orchids.
Casa Interview, Part II: Domino Founding Editor Deborah Needleman (and an Awesome Giveaway!)
Deborah Needleman, the founding editor of Domino, is a goldmine of savvy advice on decorating your home, honed from years of experience heading up the style-centric magazine as well as decorating her own home. You can read the first half of my interview with her here. Deborah's tips and thoughts on decorating continue in the second half of this interview.
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