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Boutique style floral design My passion for flowers started when I was a little girl. I sometimes even made homemade "perfume" out of the petals!

I would spend my days picking flowers from the side of my rural CT road, and skip home to create arrangements for my mother. Her peony bushes, roses on the arbor, rhododendron, zinnias, dahlias, daisies and lily of the valley would be picked clean. Fast forward to 2005, when my brother and his fiance were getting married. It was a small ceremony on a lake in Louisiana. When I found out that she di

d not have a bouquet, I immediately drove to the super Walmart in town, grabbed a bunch of flowers and supplies, and crafted a bridal bouquet in the hotel room. That simple bouquet sparked the realization that I needed to do more! Soon after, my faithful friends asked me to create floral designs for their showers, banquets and weddings. I learned by doing, and my hobby became something bigger. I have been so fortunate to have designed arrangements for countless weddings and other events. Each type of flower - its color, texture, shape - inspires me each time I work with it. I especially enjoy working with clients to be able to create the vision they dream of. Like Claude Monet, "I must have flowers always and always."

08/06/2024

👑 SLAY QUEEN!! 👑

{At least that’s what my 6th grade daughters would say!}

Queen series zinnias are my absolute favorite type of zinnia. Not only is their color spectacular, but they consistently have long, sturdy stems that pass the “wiggle test,” and their vase life is fantastic.

If are a zinnia lover, or already grow zinnias, be sure to add these to your garden next year! You won’t regret it - they are a powerhouse!

08/06/2024

Yay! First two dahlias of the summer ☀️

08/01/2024

My little Cedar is meant to be my dog - her favorite lounging spot is under any hydrangea bush. She loves them like me 🥰🥰

07/19/2024

📣 LADIES 👏🏼 👏🏼!!!! Why am I posting an *obviously*
posed photo?!?! Because LOOK AT THIS ROMPER from !! (Also…northeast hydrangeas are spectacular this year!)

My amazing friend, Leila, curates the most beautiful clothing, accessories and home decor (including my resin-floral-wine-glasses) for her special boutique! She is just fabulous.

Shop online, or take a trip to charming downtown Bethel, CT to treat yourself to something special, and support local!

07/17/2024

BEFORE and AFTER!

Not only did I get to design her FRESH wedding florals, but also worked with me to preserve her bouquet. ❤️❤️

Swipe to get a better look at the resin preservation projects (12x8 tray and block letter).

07/10/2024

UPDATE: all claimed! Thank you 😊

Fresh flowers! Only $10 each (including jar!). Comment below THIS video to claim. Message me for pickup time 😊😊

07/07/2024

📣 Attention brides: REPURPOSE!!!

Talk to your floral designer about repurposing when possible. This sweetheart table was designed using the arch arrangements at the base, and the bridal bouquet on the table.

You can also repurpose aisle/ceremony arrangements on cocktail tables, entryways, at the base of signs, at the sweetheart table, es**rt tables, memory tables, mantles…just to name a few.

Repurposing is better for your bottom line 💵 AND the environment!!!!

06/28/2024

🌼 👑 Flower Crown Class for this beautiful bride- to-be and her incredible crew!!!

06/15/2024

This Little Lovely graduated from preschool and needed a pretty-mini-homegrown-hand-bouquet to help celebrate!!

06/09/2024

Happy 10th birthday to my beautiful niece, who had a flower bar at her birthday party today (takes after me!) I even whipped up this special crown for her with some hockey stick repair tape I found in the junk drawer 😂😂

06/05/2024

🥰 “Mom! Do you need any help?”

{giving the hydrangeas their coffee grounds “treat” ☕️}

06/04/2024

If only there was a scratch-n-sniff option for ya!!! 🥰🥰

06/03/2024

⭐️ I couldn’t choose just one sneak peek photo of this gorgeous couple from this weekend, photographed by the amazing .photo ! More to come…

06/02/2024

Another wired corsage. I just love how whimsical these are. They are such fun to create ❤️❤️

05/21/2024

🔥 Thanks to these two for making my pocket squares look so freaking amazing!!!

05/19/2024

🤩 It’s giving “best night ever!”

05/18/2024

“Oooh! It’s a flower-arm-tattoo!”

Had so much fun trying out a new technique for alternative to a traditional corsage. I am in love, and can’t wait to make some more (maybe smaller?!?) ones. What do you think?????

04/28/2024

Oh how I LOVE a pocket square as an alternative to a boutonnière - especially one made with gorgeous dried elements (that will double as a momento)! So many fun textures!

These boys will be looking sharp at their prom!!!!

04/25/2024

☀️ YAY! Today is the day! Come join me for a signature spring cocktail (you can also BYOB), fabulous company, and some pretty-little-things.

5-8 at in Shelton!

03/31/2024

Happy Easter!!🐣

The kiddos decided to make some daffodil arrangements for the table runner!

What do you have on YOUR tablescape this holiday? 🐰

03/30/2024

The silhouette of these glasses is 🔥! These are an upgrade from my classic stemmed glasses that I offer. These will be available at my pop-up shop on April 25 from 5 to 8 at !

{and there is only one set available, so get there early if you neeeeeeed them in your life!}

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03/27/2024

The perfect way to impress your guests while you share a bottle of wine!

These daisy coasters will be available at my pop-up-shop at on April 25. We would love to see you there!!! 🌟

03/21/2024

🎨 My advice to brides: if you are on the fence about incorporating COLOR into your floral designs…..DO IT!!!

Even a pop of color will add so much interest to your vision (and will look fabulous in photos!).

02/12/2024

Swipe for some pretty, new, hand-poured coasters for !!!

01/12/2024

Flowers used to express love and sympathy at a funeral can be transformed into pieces that can honor a lost loved one long after they’ve passed.

I hope that each time these trinket trays collect a piece of jewelry, a random receipt, or even a tube of chapstick, they will inspire smiles, memories, and comfort. ❤️

12/25/2023

MERRY CHRISTMAS from my family to yours!!!!! Thank you for every like, comment, order, contract and connection 🥰

12/04/2023

I am so grateful when I get to design wedding day florals for my special brides, and they also give me the awesome opportunity to preserve their bouquets! 🥰🥰🥰

11/11/2023

Guys!!! Just got finished planting about 130
Daffodils 🌼 by hand!!! Hoping for a lots of pretty blooms come spring!

{this selfie was taken at the beginning of the process - I look very different now 😂😂}

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10/24/2023

Fall coasters 🍁
Custom order for

10/06/2023

❤️ THROWBACK to 2010…my first wedding (that wasn’t family!).

A little history for ya:

In 2005, after making a last-minute bridal bouquet for my sister-in-law, when she and my brother got married, I was hooked! The next few years were full of learning-by-doing.

I have the most amazing friends and family, who trusted me in trying out floral design 🥰

They would pay for the flowers and materials, and I would not charge any design fee! I created arrangements for mostly showers, anniversaries and sports banquets. These events allowed me to learn so much. I made a gazillion mistakes and figured out how to fix them! I trained myself through countless books, magazines, videos, etc. I played with different flowers, recipes, and design techniques. I worked through feelings of joy, frustration, fascination, pride and stress (and still do!).

These pieces pictured from 2010 were my first bridal/bridal party designs. I love these because, even though I have grown so much, and my “style” has evolved, these are still some of the most meaningful and beautiful bouquets I have ever made!! I just love them!

THANK YOU to everyone who has given me an opportunity to design for you, whether it is a spontaneous arrangement, an event, a wedding, a shower, a custom arrangement, a prom or a resin preservation piece! Each of you has given me a new opportunity to express myself, have fun, experience joy, and continue to learn and feel proud! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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My goooooodnessssss!!! I am obsessed with the variety of colors coming from these beautiful hydrangeas gracing the entryway at Highfield Club………..#hydrangeas #hydrangeaseason #hydrangeasofinstagram #locallygrown #grownnotflown #ctflorist #ctflowers

A homegrown flower necklace on Italian velvet ribbon and boutonniere for a special couple celebrating 50 years 🥰……………………………. #anniversaryflowers #flowernecklace #flowerart #flowerjewelry #grownnotflown #homegrown #zinnia #rudbeckia #gomphrena #amaranth #beebalm #ninebark #fiftiethanniversary #rosemary

Fresh flowers!

UPDATE: all claimed! Thank you 😊 Fresh flowers! Only $10 each (including jar!). Comment below THIS video to claim. Message me for pickup time 😊😊

New design alert!

“Oooh! It’s a flower-arm-tattoo!” Had so much fun trying out a new technique for alternative to a traditional corsage. I am in love, and can’t wait to make some more (maybe smaller?!?) ones. What do you think????? #corsage #flowerjewelry #wearableflowers #prom #promflowers #weddingflowers

LOVING this custom letter block with wildflower vibes 🌸 #resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #weddingflowerpreservation #flowerpreservation #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin #resinblock #resinletter #resinproject

A few bridal shower centerpieces enjoying the spring breeze 🥰#bridalshower #bridalshowercenterpieces #bohobrides #bohobridal #bohobridalshower #pampas #pampasgrass #bunnytails

👏🏼 👏🏼 THANK YOU to everyone who joined me last night at HOUSE of CHAR Design! It was a lovely evening full of smiles, shopping, sipping and fun. I am so grateful to have seen so many familiar faces, and connect with some new, fabulous human beings, too. Heart is full ❤️Thank you, Char, for hosting! I can’t wait for the next one 🥰🥰🥰

It’s a contemporary-with-mid-century-vintage-vibes side table! Only one person guessed it when I posted the sneak peek. Want to see this beauty (and her twin sister!) in person?! Join me on April 25 from 5-8 at @houseofchardesign for some sipping and shopping fun! #resintable #resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #weddingflowerpreservation #flowerpreservation #eternalbouquet #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin #sidetable

I am SO EXCITED to share this pretty new tray! From the hand dried blood oranges, to the cheery daisies, to the pretty gold accents, this piece will surely make a statement serving some tasty libations!This will be available for purchase at my pop-up shop on 4/25 at @houseofchardesign . Swing by for a signature cocktail and some shopping!!!#resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #weddingflowerpreservation #flowerpreservation #eternalbouquet #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin #resingtray #servingtray #floraltray #resindecor

ANY GUESSES on what this new piece will eventually be????? {hint: she has a twin sister, and will be available at my pop-up shop on April 25 at @houseofchardesign ❤️}

It’s rainy 🌧️ and dreary here in New England. Who needs a pretty flower crown to brighten the day?? Well, here ya go!!!! ☀️ #flowercrown #bohoflowers #flowerhalo #cteventflorist #ctfloraldesigner #weddingfloraldesign #ctweddingflorist #weddingflorals #floraldesign

These beauties are total players!!! They offer a delicate, gorgeous option to enjoy your libations, but are tough enough for your outdoor cocktail fun!! What do you think of this new design added to the resin collection?!?! 🍷 #resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #weddingflowerpreservation #flowerpreservation #eternalbouquet #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin #wineglasses #wineglass #cocktails #wine

Join the twins as they demold these beautiful Daisy coasters with a macaroon blue background 😍😍😍Like these??? They will be for sale at my pop up shop on April 25 at House of Char. Stay tuned for details!!!! #resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #weddingflowerpreservation #flowerpreservation #eternalbouquet #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin #coasters #floralart #popupshop

Demold this coaster with me. I love this pretty little floral set with a minty green base layer! These will be sold at my pop-up shop @houseofchardesign in late April (details coming soon!!!). #resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #flowerpreservation #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin #pressedflowers #pressedflowerart #coasters

Summer bodies aren’t the only things made in winter! So are flowerbeds. I should’ve started these earlier, but better late than never. 🌸

Get those gifts!!!

DON’T toss those extra branches from your tree!! Have a fun, cozy, garage-wreath-making party with your family! 🌲❤️#christmaswreath #pinewreath #wreathmaking #familychristmas #christmasdecor #christmascrafts

❤️ I just couldn’t resist incorporating lace flowers from the bridal bouquet wrap into these custom wine glasses, featuring gorgeous anemones, lisianthus and spray roses! Those little privet berries add the perfect textural interest. I am absolutely in love with these custom bridal preservation pieces!#resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #weddingflowerpreservation #flowerpreservation #eternalbouquet #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin #resinwineglass #wineglass

Latest custom bridal preservation suite 🥰. Although I always try my best to accommodate last minute requests, DON’T WAIT to book if you are interested in preserving your flowers! I had to turn away so many people recently because I was at full capacity. This bride booked ahead!!!!! 👊🏼👊🏼#resinpreservation #resinart #bouquetpreservation #floralresinart #weddingflowerpreservation #flowerpreservation #eternalbouquet #ctflowerpreservation #flowersinresin

💫 It’s the little details that make the biggest impact

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My passion for flowers started when I was a little girl. I would spend my days picking flowers from the side of my rural CT road, and skip home to create arrangements for my mother. Her peony bushes, roses on the arbor, rhododendron, zinnias, dahlias, daisies and lily of the valley would be picked clean. I sometimes even made homemade "perfume" out of the petals! Fast forward to 2005, when my brother and his fiance were getting married. It was a small ceremony on a lake in Louisiana. When I found out that my brother’s fiance did not have a bouquet, I immediately drove into town, grabbed a bunch of flowers and supplies, and crafted a bridal bouquet in the hotel room. That simple bouquet sparked the realization that I needed to do more! Soon after, my faithful friends asked me to create floral designs for their showers, banquets and weddings. I learned by doing, and my hobby became something bigger. Before I knew it, I wasn’t just designing for friends and friends-of-friends; instead, I was stepping foot into something I only, one day, dreamed of doing! Since then, I have been so fortunate to have designed arrangements for countless weddings and many other events. Each type of flower - its color, texture, shape - inspires me each time I work with it. I especially enjoy working with clients to be able to create the vision they dream of. My clients invigorate me with their ideas and different styles!

From wild and bohemian, to structured and traditional, I’ve got you covered :)

In addition to fresh flowers, I have also embarked on a home-decor and class teaching journey. Creating everlasting pieces out of sola wood, faux, and dried flowers for people to display in their homes has been so much fun! Teaching classes on designing fresh floral arrangements and home decor pieces has added and incredible social element to this floral design adventure!

Thank you so much for taking the time to visit my page!