Setting the Scene

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celebrations, events, flowers, parties, wedding

A few weekends ago I designed my first wedding!The venue was 632 on Hudson in the Village, a dreamy townhouse of 3 floors and a roof patio.The bride’s name was Christine and the groom’s name was Christopher, how perfect.I used about 60 mason jars of varying sizes for the bars, guest tables, buffet and to blend in with the existing decor.To fill the jars: “Amnesia” and “Quicksand” roses to complement the Maid-of-Honor’s dress shade, creamy “Patience” David Austin Roses (with the most heavenly scent), “Mother’s Choice” peonies, white ranunculus, soft dusty miller leaves and tweedia for a little texture.The existing décor and furniture in the space is so eclectic and interesting, including vintage pieces sourced from flea markets in Paris…and the restrooms got a little dressing up too, including a suggestion to add rose petals to the bathtubs.And now my very favorite part: the bridal bouquet.  I love that Christine added a family heirloom charm.The ribbon wrapping matched the satin of the Maid-of-Honor’s dress and one flower girl held a basket of rose petals, the other a pomander of roses and tweedia.The bouquets were wrapped in the silk ribbon and studded with pearl pins.And the antique books and mercury glass votives chosen by the bride lit the setting with a soft glow just as guests arrived to celebrate…