Our CEO, Melanie Carr is a professional floral designer since 2017. Her floral designs have been displayed across the Southeast. Melanie is the owner and the lead floral designer for “For Ella After” Floral Design and Events, affectionately named after her late grandmother, Ella Mae McCollum.
“For Ella After” (FEA) provides professional unique design and coordination services for personal and corporate celebrations of every kind. Melanie is superb at interpreting the artful influence flowers have on a bride’s wedding day by incorporating graceful blooming archers, glorious tented environments and inspired color schemes for a one-of-a-kind bridal bouquet. She’s a devotee of lush and lovely romantic blooms like roses, peonies, and hydrangeas are her specialty.
Melanie holds a Bachelor in Arts degree and a Masters degree. #forellaafter #flowers #bouquet #specialized #celebration #love #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #weddingidea #weddingphotography #weddingday #bridal #bridalinspiration #bridalstyle #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #instagram #fyp #events #foryou
✨ Celebrating 50 Years of Love ✨
We had the honor of planning the beautiful 50th anniversary vow renewal for the Pendletons at the picturesque Green Island Country Club in Columbus, GA. It was a day filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
🌸 Floral designs by the talented For Ella After Floral added a touch of elegance and grace to the celebration.
🍰 Tcakes crafted a grand cake that was as delicious as it was stunning.
💃 The dance floor and prints by DLG Designs brought the celebration to life.
A special thank you to photographer Justin Johnson @amazingvideoproduction for capturing every precious moment.
Here’s to the Pendletons, 50 years of love, and many more to come! 💖
#VowRenewal #50thAnniversary #LoveStory #GreenIslandCountryClub #ForEllaAfterFloral #TCakes #DLGDesigns
Brunch never had to be boring again!
🌸✨ **What a Blooming Success!** ✨
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our delightful evening of florals and fun with For Ella After’s: BloomingMel Floral Academy Workshop”! Here’s a glimpse of what we did:
🌹 **Creative Creations**: Each participant crafted their very own stunning floral arrangement, bringing out their inner artist with every bloom placed.
🍹 **Sip & Savor**: Our guests enjoyed a selection of refreshing libations paired with delicious hot hors d’oeuvres, making for a perfect creative atmosphere. Cocktails were curated by Gawgia Mix Chicks.
🎁 **Take-Home Treasures**: Everyone went home with a special floral kit, filled with all the essentials to continue their floral adventures.
🌷 **Learning & Laughter**: From mastering the art of flower care to learning the intricate technique of reflexing roses, the evening was filled with laughter and learning in the best possible environment.
Swipe ➡️ to see the beautiful arrangements and smiling faces! 📸
Can’t wait for our next workshop? Stay tuned for more details and secure your spot early – our floral family is growing and we’d love for you to be part of it!
#FloralWorkshop #FlowerArranging #CreativeCommunity #FloralDesign #DIYFlowers #heritageartcenter #columbusgeorgia photographer @_shutterbugkay_ shutterbugkay_
New Business Venture! “For Ella After” Floral Design and Events (FEA) has expanded.
FEA was super excited to introduce “BloomingMel Academy”, and we kicked it off with a sold-out Mother’s Day “Petals & Posies” Floral Design Class! We want to say “Thank You” to everyone that attended and made this event super special. Stay tuned for more events to come. @forellaafter #bouquet #specialized #celebration #love #husbandandwife #forellaafter #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #weddingidea #weddingphotography #weddingday #bridal #bridalinspiration #bridalstyle #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #eventplanner #events #fyp
🌸✨ **What a Blooming Success!** ✨
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our delightful evening of florals and fun with For Ella After’s: BloomingMel Floral Academy Workshop”! Here’s a glimpse of what we did:
🌹 **Creative Creations**: Each participant crafted their very own stunning floral arrangement, bringing out their inner artist with every bloom placed.
🍹 **Sip & Savor**: Our guests enjoyed a selection of refreshing libations paired with delicious hot hors d’oeuvres, making for a perfect creative atmosphere. Cocktails were curated by Gawgia Mix Chicks.
🎁 **Take-Home Treasures**: Everyone went home with a special floral kit, filled with all the essentials to continue their floral adventures.
🌷 **Learning & Laughter**: From mastering the art of flower care to learning the intricate technique of reflexing roses, the evening was filled with laughter and learning in the best possible environment.
Swipe ➡️ to see the beautiful arrangements and smiling faces! 📸
Can’t wait for our next workshop? Stay tuned for more details and secure your spot early – our floral family is growing and we’d love for you to be part of it!
#FloralWorkshop #FlowerArranging #CreativeCommunity #FloralDesign #DIYFlowers #heritageartcenter #columbusgeorgia photographer @_shutterbugkay_ shutterbugkay_
🌸✨ **What a Blooming Success!** ✨
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our delightful evening of florals and fun with For Ella After’s: BloomingMel Floral Academy Workshop”! Here’s a glimpse of what we did:
🌹 **Creative Creations**: Each participant crafted their very own stunning floral arrangement, bringing out their inner artist with every bloom placed.
🍹 **Sip & Savor**: Our guests enjoyed a selection of refreshing libations paired with delicious hot hors d’oeuvres, making for a perfect creative atmosphere. Cocktails were curated by Gawgia Mix Chicks.
🎁 **Take-Home Treasures**: Everyone went home with a special floral kit, filled with all the essentials to continue their floral adventures.
🌷 **Learning & Laughter**: From mastering the art of flower care to learning the intricate technique of reflexing roses, the evening was filled with laughter and learning in the best possible environment.
Swipe ➡️ to see the beautiful arrangements and smiling faces! 📸
Can’t wait for our next workshop? Stay tuned for more details and secure your spot early – our floral family is growing and we’d love for you to be part of it!
#FloralWorkshop #FlowerArranging #CreativeCommunity #FloralDesign #DIYFlowers #heritageartcenter #columbusgeorgia photographer @_shutterbugkay_ shutterbugkay_
Celebrating the Urban League of the River Valley.
Corporate Events Are US! “For Ella After” Floral Design and Events took great pride and honor in decorating for such a phenomenal organization. @forellaafter #bouquet #specialized #celebration #love #husbandandwife #forellaafter #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #weddingidea #weddingphotography #weddingday #bridal #bridalinspiration #bridalstyle #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #eventplanner #events #fyp
Join our upcoming floral design class and unleash your creativity with blooms! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from expert florists in a hands-on environment.
In this hands-on workshop, you will create your own floral arrangement under the guidance of experienced florists, Melanie Carr. Best of all, your beautiful creation is yours to take home and enjoy!
**Deadline to Register:** April 30th
Classes are limited to ensure personalized attention, so secure your spot now!
To register, visit www.forellaafter.com or for more details.
We look forward to seeing you bloom in our class!
Dailey and David Jr 4th birthday
Treats: Ashley Barnes
Cakes: Tameka Colbert
Signs: Siobahn Hardy
Caterer: Terrion Crawford
Petting Zoo: Jubilee Farms
Balloons: Empress (garlands and centerpieces)
Monae bates(entry arch and gate columns)
Bouncy Houses:Yomans inflatables Tracey Youman
Soft Play: Jr’s Jumping Buddies
Mobile Arcade: Rolling Video Games
Face Painting: Heather Brown
DJ: Maurice Bell and Michael Soul
Photographers: Markeith Horace and Kareem Moore
Planned and Designed: For Ella After Melanie Carr @forellaafter #eventplaning #birthday #decor #details #celebration #love #setup #forellaafter #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #weddingphotography #instagram #bridal #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #eventplanner #instagram #fyp
Corporate Events Are US! “For Ella After” Floral Design and Events took great pride and honor in decorating and celebrating Aflac’s Leading Ladies Breakfast 2024. 🥰🥳 😇 @forellaafter #decor #details #celebration #love #setup #forellaafter #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #weddingphotography #instagram #bridal #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #eventplanner #instagram #fyp
“🌸 Bloom with us this Mother’s Day! Join our special floral class to craft the perfect floral arrangement for the most beautiful woman in your life. Let’s celebrate motherhood together with flowers, creativity, and love.!
Click the link in bio to register!
Phenomenal Woman celebrate, recognize and empower other Phenomenal woman. Happy Women’s History Month! 🥳🥰
“For Ella After” Floral Design and Events make every customer and client our top priority - we absolutely LOVE what we do and are humbled at every opportunity to serve.
Don’t hesitate to contact us for your next Corporate Event, Wedding or Special Occassion. Make “For Ella After” Floral Design and Events your go-to for every event and occasion. @forellaafterflorals #womenempowerment #womenhistory #womenhistorymonth #bouquet #details #celebration #love #forellaafter #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #weddingidea #weddingday #bridal #bridalinspiration #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #events #fyp #instagram
Wishing everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day! From my heart ❤️ to yours. Love “For Ella After” Floral Design and Events.
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Melanie’s 50th Birthday Celebration ended the night with her own dedicated second line! A New Orleans tradition!!
and our Happy “50th” Birthday celebration for Melanie Thomas Carr, our phenomenal CEO continues!!!
The “For Ella After” Floral Design and Events team is excited to begin the next phase of the party!
Here’s to you Melanie Thomas Carr! We Love and Celebrate YOU!!!!
We’re all honored to celebrate all your amazing accomplishments, achievements and successes! This weekend is all about CELEBRATING YOUR “50” best years and counting! The Best is yet to come! @forellaafter #holiday #50 #decor #details #celebration #love #setup #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #holidayhome #weddingphotography #instagram #bridal #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #eventplanner #events #fyp #birthday
“For Ella After” Floral Design and Events take great pride in celebrating this Gorgeous Bride and Groom, Ashley and Correll Dowdell.
Wishing them countless years of love, joy, peace, prosperity and laughter. May everyday be as magical as their very special wedding day - 11.18.2023. 😇 @forellaafter #holiday #christmasdecor #holidaydecor #decor #details #celebration #love #setup #forellaafter #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #weddingphotography #instagram #bridal #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #eventplanner #instagram #fyp
As we wrap up this amazing year, i wanted to wish you a safe, amazing and brilliant New Year’s Eve!
If you’re alone, with family or friends today, I’m wishing and praying this last day of 2023 brings you great peace, joy & happiness. May we all use this year’s successes, life lessons and what appeared to be failures as our springboard into our best and greatest year ever…2024! ❤️⭐️🥳😇
Wishing you the best and brightest 2024 ever! Remember to drink responsibly.
Love,
Melanie Thomas-Carr, CEO
“For Ella After” Floral Design and Events
@forellaafter #holiday #holidaydecor #decor #details #celebration #love #setup #forellaafter #corporate #corporateevents #wedding #weddingdetails #weddingdecor #bride #weddingdecorator #weddingreception #reels #weddinginspiration #holidayhome #weddingphotography #instagram #bridal #bridaldetails #eventrentals #weddingplanning #eventplanning #flowers #eventplanner #events #fyp
