a new leaf floral design

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www.anewleaffloral.ca A new leaf style? - If I could put it into a few words it would be rustic modern.

I am a huge fan of free form, asymmetrical shapes. Similar to how plants and flowers grow in nature - the way they stretch towards the sun. As much as I can I try to use greens and flowers from my garden and sometimes forage for locally grown ingredients (especially from the grounds of outdoor wedding sites - if possible). Flower colors I gravitate towards are soft muted pinks, lavender, coral, an

d off white which include garden roses, ranunculus, hydrangea, lisianthus, stock, to name a few. I like to include seeds, berries, branches, vines and various contrasting greens to give texture which highlight florals. Use of flowing silk ribbon, rustic jute, and vintage lace on the bouquets add elegance and inclusion of sentimental jewelry pieces (ie Grandmother’s Cameo) make it personalized. I find beauty in lush floral bouquets but also in a simple greenery table runner. All my life I have been involved in floral design, through foraging and creating as a young child, weddings and special occasions for family and friends, and now professionally trained working out of my studio. Although I do have a distinct style my main focus is on understanding a client’s vision and working together to create wedding florals that they love and will create amazing wedding day memories!

…looking forward to another year of flowering and finding inspo from the blooms I included in this bridal bouquet and wh...
01/02/2022

…looking forward to another year of flowering and finding inspo from the blooms I included in this bridal bouquet and what they represent.
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white rose = positive new beginnings
cosmos = harmony
sweet pea = gratitude
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Do you have any words you are currently reflecting on. I would love to hear them in the comments below.

opened up my computer to write this post about 2021/22 at the same time an eagle flew over my office window which appare...
12/31/2021

opened up my computer to write this post about 2021/22 at the same time an eagle flew over my office window which apparently represents “viewing a situation or goal with a higher perspective”…. so I’ll do my best.
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2021 has been a lot of things…
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rewarding - had the biggest wedding of my career which included the largest custom built arbour and most elaborate head table I’ve ever done (with the help of 3 freelancers)
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challenging - working with last minute COVID restriction changes, setting up a wedding during a heat dome (+55° on the ceremony concrete pad), flower shortages/price increases, and working in smoke filled air as most of our weddings are outdoor.
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heart felt moments - had the privilege of working with so many wonderful clients and vendors. Thank you!
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learned a lot - had the talented freelancing with me all summer and had some great conversations about life and the impact of floral design.
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filled with - 11 large scaled weddings, an online store for valentines, mothers day and Christmas, bouquets at a local cafe, corporate client installs, a winter flower subscription and planted some specialty blooms in my garden (creme brûlée phlox was this years new favourite)
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2022 is just about here and I am excited to see what it all holds. One thing I do know is 2022 will be my 10th year of flowering weddings and also the last one for me. I have loved being involved in wedding floral design from the smallest boutonniere to the largest custom install. From meeting the most wonderful clients and working with so many talented vendors. Although its a lot of hard work from slugging heavy flower buckets, setting up wedding days in the Okanagan heat, working almost every weekend, being on your feet all day it is totally worth it and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. So thank you to so many of you reading this post, for your encouragement, support and loving flowers like I do.
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Cheers!

Happy New Years Eve Eve… if that’s a thing. So excited to include these gorgeous anemones in our winter flower subscript...
12/30/2021

Happy New Years Eve Eve… if that’s a thing. So excited to include these gorgeous anemones in our winter flower subscriptions starting January 14th and if you still want to sign up its not too late for either bi weekly or monthly deliveries. Link in profile

…these festive bundles are at  starting today until the 24th (while quantities last).  Also thinking to make some smalli...
12/22/2021

…these festive bundles are at starting today until the 24th (while quantities last). Also thinking to make some smallish table arrangements too… let me know what you think?

The tiny white roses on this boutonniere were from the groom’s garden. I saved them in my floral cooler from the fall to...
12/21/2021

The tiny white roses on this boutonniere were from the groom’s garden. I saved them in my floral cooler from the fall to use for his December wedding. Today it reminds me on a day with only 8 hours of daylight that brighter sunlit days are ahead. …happy winter solstice.

this vintage 1920 ivory beaded midi dress by  was absolutely stunning on the bride. The blue velvet shoes were the perfe...
12/21/2021

this vintage 1920 ivory beaded midi dress by was absolutely stunning on the bride. The blue velvet shoes were the perfect accessory. I felt like I was watching in real time.

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We choose warm toned florals for her bouquet… gold and deep red roses, brown caramel orchids and yellow centered garden roses with contrasting blue sapphire evergreen and eucalyptus pods. Also included white waxflower in the bouquet to tie in the waxflower tucked into her braid. So many details that came together beautiful… the bride (my daughter in law) freelanced with me the summer before her wedding and we spent lots of time in the studio planning this beautiful day.

…all the fresh snow lately brings me back to this special day with these two. Special because this is my son and daughte...
12/17/2021

…all the fresh snow lately brings me back to this special day with these two. Special because this is my son and daughter-in-law’s wedding from 2015. I haven’t done a lot of winter weddings and seen many done here in the Okanagan. But with these photos by .co I have no idea why there aren’t a lot more?

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This dreamy day started with a first look on the Okanagan lakeshore and ended up at the (a heritage building downtown)… a candlelit ceremony performed by the brides father under an arch built by the groom followed by a candlelit long table dinner and lots of dancing. I’ll post more of this wedding in the weeks to come and maybe inspire more couples to embrace the winter beauty of the Okanagan.

Just a few spots left in our winter flower subscription, bi-weekly or monthly from January - March delivered to your doo...
12/15/2021

Just a few spots left in our winter flower subscription, bi-weekly or monthly from January - March delivered to your door (Kelowna and West Kelowna area)
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According to a resent study which I can totally relate to being around flowers:
1. Flowers have an immediate impact on happiness. All study participants expressed “true” or “excited” smiles upon receiving flowers, demonstrating extraordinary delight and gratitude. This reaction was universal, occurring in all age groups.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. Flowers have a long-term positive effect on moods. Specifically, study participants reported feeling less depressed, anxious and agitated after receiving flowers, and demonstrated a higher sense of enjoyment and life satisfaction.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 3.Flowers make intimate connections. The presence of flowers led to increased contact with family and friends.
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Link in bio for that flower enthusiast on your list or some self care for you (please let me know if this is a gift)

…to celebrate the first snowfall of the season our garlands like this one at sprout are 20% off today until Tuesday, Dec...
12/04/2021

…to celebrate the first snowfall of the season our garlands like this one at sprout are 20% off today until Tuesday, Dec 7th with the code LETITSNOW

Happy December… our online store is updated with a few of my favourite items including a winter flower subscription with...
12/02/2021

Happy December… our online store is updated with a few of my favourite items including a winter flower subscription with a bi-weekly or monthly option (for yourself 😉 or to give as a gift), fresh cedar garland and a classic fresh wreath.
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Find the link to our store on the first page of our website and happy shopping.

This is my all time favourite floral centrepiece photo. White florals are super hard to photograph. They often look flat...
11/30/2021

This is my all time favourite floral centrepiece photo. White florals are super hard to photograph. They often look flat and the flowers just blend away into one big white blob unless you use lots of texture to break up the blooms. And the talented camera perspective and perfect light capture is soooo good!

INSTAGRAM AUCTION…..Long lasting dried pink baby’s breath wreath 33” in diameter Can be shipped anywhere in Canada. All ...
11/28/2021

INSTAGRAM AUCTION…..Long lasting dried pink baby’s breath wreath 33” in diameter Can be shipped anywhere in Canada. All proceeds to COHA]
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All bids are reflected in CAN funds
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Opening Bid = $225
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Minimum bid increment = $10
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Bidding closes tomorrow (Sunday, November 28th) at 7pm PST and will rollover till the last bid stands for 5 minutes (no siping rule in effect)
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You must submit your bid via comment on this post only. All subsequent bids must be submitted as a NEW comment and NOT a reply to your old comment. Bids will not be accepted via DM or email.
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Winning bid total is inclusive of Canadian shipping. The winner will have 24 hours upon receiving a DM from us to remit full payment. Failure to send full payment results in the wreath going to the next highest bidder.
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Happy Bidding + thank you for supporting the COHA]

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