a party for a princess, a lucky one at that.

oh my, i have been so busy designing for this weekend's princess party. it was honestly a party fit for a king, complete with a castle, suits of armor, glass slippers, and an abundance of tiaras. (if i had the guts to take on a tattoo, it would be a tiara, a grand one at that.) it was lovely fun. my favorite wedding and event planner, nicole mulvany from rsvp shindig called me up on this one. when nicole calls, expect grand.

the house was bedecked inside and out. uplit outside with pink lights. never too much pink. i decorated the front door with floral tiaras, the tables with 6" squares of heavenly eufloria roses, cabbage, hydrangea and lisianthus, topped off with what else, tiaras. i even decorated the glass slippers with flowers. yum.

dave barnes from scenographics denver created the incredible fairytale castle, royal pendants, and the suits of armour complete with pink plumage.

food was provided by the fabulous whirled peas catering co. they also sculpted a castle made from bread, baquettes and waffle cones. (which the family dog guarded with her life.)

it truly was a masterpiece of a party.

Merry Christmas from The Painted Primrose

Christmas at The Painted Primrose starts the moment the last Thanksgiving plate makes its way into the dishwasher. For four weeks we have been delivering, literally over the river and through the woods, beautiful bouquets of holiday greens, pine cones and roses from Flagstaff Mountain to the plains of Firestone and Frederick. I love every minute of it. I also love anything and everything to do with candy canes. You will often find one tucked into one of my holiday floral arrangements. Perhaps it reminds me of my childhood visits with Santa at Marshal Fields. One in which I always walked away with a mini cane tucked into my pocket. My work at the studio is finished and now its time for my family. Time to bake cookies, light balsam scented candles and watch favorite holiday movies. Time for peace. And time for love. Much love to all of you.

The Empty Vase isn't so empty.

Be inspired with The Empty Vase located in Los Angeles. I love anything with luscious, fragrant roses, and this website takes the cake! www.emptyvase.com (thanks tim, for the tip.)

Eufloria Roses

My love for Eufloria Roses continues. Need I say more? www.eufloriaflowers.com

Boulder Florists

Today I delivered oodles of flowers to a local Country Club for a fundraiser event. The colorful centerpieces were adorned with wire art created by very artistic kids from a local elementary school. Their challenge was to create a continuous line wire sculpture in the mode of Picasso. I love it!

My challenge was to create a very colorful palette to house these sculptures. As always, I used Eufloria rose.

Pink Roses www.paintedprimrose.com

I am so in love with this variety of soft, pale pink rose "sweet avalanche." I think they would be perfect for a shabby chic wedding. I stumbled upon them at the denver market yesterday. They open beautifully. They have a slight fragrance, little bruising, large head and not many thorns. This week's fave!

Painted Primrose gives away green roses...

Stop by The Painted Primrose March 17, 2009 starting at 8:00 am we are giving away green roses. Hundreds of them. Please take bunches of five, keep one and give four away. It's our way of paying if forward. Call for information 720-280-8409.www.paintedprimrose.com

St. Patrick's Day free rose giveaway!

At The Painted Primrose Floral Studio we touch lives, everyday, it's our business. We also believe that random acts of kindness can change the world. So, on March 17, 2009 we are giving away green, green roses that is, hundreds of them. Free. But there is one catch..... we are giving them away in bunches of five, and we ask that recipients keep one for themselves and give the other four away, perhaps to an old friend, a soon-to-be friend, a co-worker, Joe the plumber......well you get the idea.

Stop by our Studio March 17, 2009
2825 Wilderness Place 700, Boulder, CO 80301
from 8am until all roses gone

Please contact Sarah Cioni for further information 720-280-8409

www.paintedprimrose.com

Freedom Roses

Did you know that the beautiful red rose that you get for Valentine's Day is called a "Freedom" Rose? And the rose is named after Rosa Parks...now you know, the rest of the story!

Prettiest Roses on the Planet at Eufloria Flowers!

On Location with the PRETTIEST ROSES on the Planet at Eufloria Flowers!
uBloom - Monday, 09 February 2009

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Click on the above title to view a great video that explains how roses are grown at Eufloria roses in California, the Prettiest Roses on the Planet. I always use Eufloria roses in my weddings. They perform amazingly well and open so beautifully. Brides these days are looking for ways to "green" their wedding, the video will show you how Eufloria does it's part. The roses never leave water, even when transported, like other roses which are shipped dry in boxes on airplanes. How thirsty they must be!

Ask your florist to design your wedding flowers with Eufloria rose, you will love it. View their website to see rose colors and varieties.
www.eufloriaflowers.com

Scented Candles

If you love roses as much as I do, you will be inspired by this gorgeous shop Au Nom de la Rose located in England and throughout Europe. I especially love the rose-themed gifts. I would love one of these candles to burn in my floral studio! The shop opened its first rose emporium in Paris in 1991. Romantic! To view their website please copy www.aunomdelarose.co.uk into your url bar. As it cannot translate correctly from my blog.

Boulder Florist

I just received photographs from a lovely wedding I designed this past summer. How lucky to be married during peony season! The combination of peonies with tulips, Eufloria roses, mini calla lilys and ranunculus were breathtaking. The Bride chose a fabulous vintage style ribbon to adorn the bouquets and the Bridesmaid's dresses were chocolate brown.

Eufloria Roses

I shopped in Denver today at Michael's Wholesale Flowers. They carry Eufloria roses from California. They are the most beautiful roses in the world! They can last longer than 2 weeks. Some of the varieties smell so amazing. Pure heaven! When they are cut in California, they are transported in water, unlike some roses which are shipped dry. My very favorite roses to put into a wedding bouquet, Eufloria roses! And the best part, grown right here in America. www.eufloriaflowers.com

Savory Cuisines

Just wanted to share with everyone that one of my favorite Boulder catering companies is hosting a Holiday Open House on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at Rembrandt Yard in Boulder from 5-9:30. Rembrandt Yard is located at 1301 Spruce Street. Savory Cuisines will be offering food tasting, open bar and music. If you are looking for a lovely venue and fine caterer rsvp with www.savorycuisines.com

San Francisco Flower Market

I recently had the pleasure of traveling to the San Francisco flower market to view the fabulous Cottage Garden Roses. They were amazing. Perfect for a romantic, shabby chic wedding!