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Kimberly
- Aug 26, 2019
- 2 min
Featured Couple: Niloofar and Mike
What happens when you take a historical cottage, a historical church, ancient Persian traditions, a modern style of catering, some beer, some cigars, and a beautiful bride and groom? Magic. That’s what happens. Niloo approached me back in 2016 to ask me to plan their epic outdoor Muskoka wedding that was to be built at Mike’s property, one that has been in his family for generations (literally!). In fact, Bala Manor (as it was aptly named) used to be a resort for families, un
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Paula
- Aug 12, 2019
- 1 min
Featured Couple: Natalie and Corey
Can budget friendly weddings look beautiful and elegant? Our answer is YES, case and point – Natalie and Corey’s wedding. This week’s blog focuses on a budget friendly wedding we had the privilege of providing décor and florals for. Our groom, Corey, was extremely budget conscious so we had to find a way to achieve their vision at a reasonable price. Their wedding was also on a double wedding weekend, so it was an "all hands-on deck" for our team. Corey and Natalie’s wedding
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Michael
- Jul 8, 2019
- 2 min
Featured Couple: Tanya and Mandela
This week I wanted to take a look back at one of my most memorable weddings which we had the privilege of providing floral and decor for. Tanya and Mandela came to us to transform their hall at Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport into their elegant blush and ivory wedding dream come true. Tanya is a makeup artist, so she naturally had a good idea of what she wanted when she picked the palette. Her keen eye knew when something was not right, even when she saw the fabric of the backdr
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Bonnie
- Jul 31, 2018
- 1 min
Flowers That Can Survive with Little Water
This week’s blog provides some insight on flowers that can survive without much water. On the day of your wedding, you don’t want to worry about whether your flowers will last the day or for that matter, the entire night. Well, here are a few floral suggestions to be mindful of whether you are adding it to your bouquet or centrepieces, or creating accents for your accessories. Agave and Succulents Bougainvillea Blanket Flower (Gaillardia) Verbana Lavender Globe Thistle Sunfl
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Dianne
- Jul 10, 2018
- 2 min
Metallic Wedding Trends!
Metallic finishes, metallic attire, metallic invites, and yes, even metallic food!
With all the new and creative ways to incorporate metallic there is no reason to fear the 80’s mishaps and welcome the new fresh take on this trend. There is so much variety today from golds, to coppers, to silver and different metals. The way you play with this trend is also endless. Sequin, satins, reflective objects, and so much more, be it a lot or a little – it’s sure to add a modern flar
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Cassandra
- Jul 3, 2018
- 3 min
Money Does Grow on Trees!
Weddings can get very expensive very quickly. It feels as though these expenses start piling up seemingly out of nowhere. The average cost of a wedding in Canada in the most recent year has totalled to $30, 717. Unfortunately, up to 45% of couples end up spending more than they initially planned to. No need to worry though! With these tips and tricks you’ll be feeling like a million bucks!It’s important to know when to splurge and when to settle for the affordable. Splurge We
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Andriea
- Nov 7, 2016
- 2 min
Tips for a Great Proposal
Know anyone that’s got engaged recently? Well, if you don't I’m sure you will soon. If you haven't already heard, “engagement season” began a few weeks ago and will be around for the next few months. So now you know it's the perfect time and you finally decided that he or she is the one, you're ready to pop the question. All that is left now is to think of how you want to propose. NO PRESSURE. Asking someone to marry you is just as important as the day you get married. W
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