Mad Violets Wine

Floral Art loves Mad Violets Wine Company!

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SAG Awards 2011 Afterparty

View photos from the SAG Awards 2011 Afterparty

Botanitcal Rose Recipe

"Rose Bowl"

For a floral inspired yet elegant dessert dish, hollow a rose

 leaving only the external petals then fill the center with

 ice cream, whipped cream or chocolate mouse.

 Yum!

Flowering Chocolates

Floral Art loves chocolate! Valerie Chocolates of Los Angeles is simply divine. She mixes real rose petals in her decadent chocolate for a sweet, succulent finish. These delectable rose chocolates pair perfectly with a rose inspired Floral Art arrangement. Perfect for Valentine's Day, or as a way to say "I love me!"

POUR HOMME GIFT BOX
$30.00
Contains 3 large darkened milk chocolate hearts with almond toffee bits and fleur de sel, and 8 bittersweet chocolate hearts filled with liquid caramel.
Packaged in a chocolate brown box with dusty pink ribbon.

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Cherry Blossom Branches

This month we are crazy about Cherry Blossom Branches!
 Here are three things you may not know...

1) In Japan their fragility symbolizes the transience of life

2) They bloom February- April

3) To ensure their longevity, mash the stems with a hammer, or cut their woody stems vertically with scissors

Star Magazine

Our amber globe vases in Star Magazine!

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Birtchbox Posting!

Beauty in Action: Petal Master

Rose Reflexing

Simply, but gently, fold the outter petals of the rose back to create a reflexed rose.

Here is a list of Rose varieties that reflex well:

Tibets- white
Freedom-red
Faith- soft pink
Tara- yellow
Black Bacara- deep red

Jones and Potik

Floral Art is a big fan of Jones and Potik landscaping and design. The company provides great services in garden design, installation, building, lighting, restoration and seasonal advice. Take a look at their postcard!

A Vision for Beauty

The vision glass vase is particularly striking as it perfectly frames a sumberged leaf or flower. Submerge them into a clear glass vase filled with water, then place it in front of a window to allow light to shine through.

Tip: Flowers and leaves with a waxy coating are best to use, such as Cymbidium orchids, Anthurium, Palms or Philodendron.

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Narcissus

Narcissus are blooming at Floral Art!

Here are three things you may not know about our flower of the month...

1) in Greek mythology, a young man became a Narcissus flower when he fell in love with himself when viewing his own reflection

2) they are available from November to April

3) enjoy them freshly cut in a straight edged vase or watch the bulbs grow into fragrant blossoms

New Years Tabletop Tip

New Year's Tabletop Tip:

Wrap napkins with a band of velvet ribbon and a crisp white Cymbidium orchid blossom. For coordinating candlelight, submerge a Cymbidium orchid blossom in an 9-inch cylindrical glass vase and within place a floating candle.

Happy New Year!

Floral Art in Westside!

Holiday Tabletop Tip

Holiday Tabletop Tip:

Wrap napkins with a band of ribbon and a sprig of Ilex berries. For coordinating candlelight, submerge Ilex berries in an 9-inch cylindrical glass vase and within place a floating candle.

Happy Holidays!

December Floral Design Class Slideshow

Good Day LA - Floral Art "Zen Bowl" Demonstration

Ilex Berries

This month Floral Art is celebrating with Ilex Berries!

 Ilex Berries are perfect for the holidays! 

Here are 3 things you may not know about our flower of the month: 

1) They’re available from late fall through mid winter and can last 10 days or longer with proper care.
2)  Ilex berries are showstoppers when submerged in modern vision glass vases (as pictured).
3) They’re available in three colors: red, orange, and peach.

Love thy Neighbor

We love our next-door neighbor, Plantation. They design gorgeous home furnishing pieces that have a contemporary American style, with just the right amount of European flair. As soon as you walk in the door, you will feel like you just took a much-needed vacation. Their pieces are a joy for the worldly and well traveled. The decadent showrooms draw inspiration from all corners of the globe in a tasteful array. Whether you're shopping for something special or just a moment to galvanize your creative side, Plantation is a great place to start. If you're in Venice, pop in to visit Kelly and Ashley. They are full of wonderful ideas and fun to chat with. www.plantationdesign.com 

Sepia is Timeless

Add warmth to your home décor with the Sepia Poppy Cabinet from Floral Art’s Home Collection.

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Ranunculus are in full bloom!

Here are three things you may not know about our Flower of the Month:

1) Fresh-cut Ranunculus are available from Autumn until early Spring, and can last up to a week after being cut.
2) These flowers are gorgeous on their own and also pair beautifully with like shaped-flowers, such as roses and peonies.
3) Given the complexity of their numerous petals, it’s no surprise that Ranunculus mean “I am dazzled by your charm”.

Our favorite Ranunculus-Inspired Arrangement this month:

Oval Glass with River Stones

Modern Halloween Decor

Modern Halloween Decor:

For an alternative to orange and black this Halloween, try decorating with white pumpkins and flowers. It’s fresh and modern!

Happy Halloween!

Michael Aram

Let Michael Aram turn your table into a mini art gallery. His unique aesthetic strongly mirrors elements of nature and translates them into everyday functional pieces. He turns the ordinary into something special. One of our favorite pieces is his Pomegranate Salt and Pepper Shakers (Pictured above). View his full line at michaelaram.com

Bulb Bliss

This October we are excited about bulbs!

Here are three things you may not know about bulbs:

1) Not all bulbs have the same cold requirements.

2) Clustering bulbs in a flower bed is extremely eye catching.

3) Holland is the #1 distributor of bulbs, but each is native to a different corner of the earth.

Floral Art "Vision Glass Floral Demonstration"

The Amaryllis

Three things you may not know about our flower of the month...

1) They symbolize splendid beauty and pride.

2) These exotic flowers are perfect for winter weddings (They’re available October through April)

3) They look gorgeous displayed in a tall vase, or with the stems cut short, allowing the petals to take center stage!

Our Favorite  Amaryllis Arrangement this Month:

Slideshow from September Floral Design Class

"Rose Inspirations"

Two Fabulous Rose-Inspired Refreshments

Who said roses could only excite your senses of sight and smell? We certainly didn't. We kicked-off our September floral design class with rose-inspired cocktails and mocktails. These are a must try for your next brunch, lunch, or anytime get-together. The rose essence is sure to be a sweet surprise for your taste buds and the overall presentation is sure to delight.

Vintage Rose Cocktail*

Ingredients: (Yields 1 cocktail)

§       1/2 oz. Rose syrup** (use less or more depending on your desired level of sweetness)

§       4 oz.  chilled sparkling wine or champagne

§       Lemon peel to twist (use Meyer lemons if possible)

§       Fresh, organic rose petals

Directions:

Add the rose syrup to a chilled champagne flute. Top with sparkling wine or champagne. Twist the lemon peel over the glass to release the oils and then drop it into the flute. Garnish with fresh, organic rose petals.

*Adapted from recipe by "The Bubbly Girl", Maria Hunt

** Can be difficult to find. Specialty grocery stores are your best bet. We used Monin brand. A brand called Tazah can be found at Middle Eastern food markets. If you plan ahead, you can also order Monin on amazon.com. If you happen to be in our area, we found the syrup locally at Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery in Santa Monica.

The Anthony Hopkins, (Mocktail)

This mocktail's balance of sweet floral syrup and bright citrus is as smooth ans refined as is famous namesake.

Ingredients: (Yields 1 mocktail)

       1 oz. Rose syrup** (see specifics above)

       1 oz. mango puree (not mango nectar...but if using nectar try only 1/4 oz to avoid over sweetening)

       1 1/4 oz. fresh lime juice

       1 1/4 oz. fresh orange juice

       1 oz. soda water

       Fresh, organic rose petals

       Blood oranges, cut into "wheels"

       Ice

Tools: Shaker, strainer

Glass: White wine or oversized cocktail

Garnish: Blood orange wheel and fresh, organic rose petals

Directions:

Shake rose syrup, mango puree, lime juice, and orange juice with ice. Strain into glass, top with soda and garnish.

ENJOY!

Submergible Flowers and Leaves

Flowers and leaves that look beautiful when submerged:

Flowers:
Cymbidium Orchids
Anthurium
Calla Lily
Peonies

Leaves:
Flax Leaf
Palms
Ti Leaves
Philodendron
Steel Grass

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A Rose by any other name....

Welcome this fall with the fragrance of velvety roses! 

Three things you may not know about our flower of the month...

1) Shakespeare referred to roses over fifty times in his works

2) While red roses traditionally symbolize love and romance, yellow roses symbolize friendship, pink roses symbolize grace and elegance, white roses symbolize innocence and new beginnings, and orange roses symbolize desire and enthusiasm. 

3) We love to work with roses that reflex, such as the black magic (red) and tara (yellow) varieties. 

Our Favorite Rose-Inspired Arrangement this Month:

Red Ruby Roses and Dahlias in Pedestal Vase

Floral Art "Home Collection Rose Inspiration: 

Yellow Rose Floret Chair

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Trend on Translucence

 

Jonathan Adler

Jonathan Adler is "a design company dedicated to bringing style, craft, joy, and a general feeling of grooviness to your home."

Ok. Need we say more? How could the inner flower-child in you not go gaga over a company that desires to bring "grooviness" into your life?! But don't get caught up thinking about tie-dye tees and pop-art flowers. Jonathan Andler provides sophisticated, modern style with a splash of fun and color. From bold pieces to subtle accents, they have pieces which are sure to please.

If you happen to be in our area, visit their Santa Monica store. The people there are wonderful and very helpful. Not in our area? Don't worry. Visit their website, jonathanadler.com,  for alternate locations and while you're there browse around and enjoy the possibilities.

Let Your Table Bloom!

Flowers Under the Table:If you want your table to BE the centerpiece,  place the floral blossoms underneath a Lucite table top. Marigolds and carnations may last a couple of days or more. But Gerbera daisy blossoms are perfect for the duration of one party.

The Orchid

Three things you may not know about our flower of the month...

1) They are symbolic of love, elegance, and unparalleled beauty.

2) Orchids are found all year round

3) They are perfect for modern beach-inspired arrangements. 

Our favorite Orchid-Inspired Arrangement this Month:

Summer Blue Hydrangea Trough

We love to use them, not only in traditional arrangements, but as floating arrangements as well!

Slide show from July Floral Design Class

"Entertaining with the Summer's Hottest Blossoms!"

Cococozy

Cococozy.com is a warm inspirational online magazine full of home décor ideas. We love it for their creative color combinations and their wide array of options. There is truly something for everyone at this site. It is very well organized and they make it easy to search by categories such as chairs, doors, lighting, garden, and so much more! We could spend hours getting lost in this site & we think you will too. So pull up to your computer, relax, and prepare to be inspired. Don't forget to bookmark your favorite looks for later! 

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Bastille Day!

In honor of Bastille Day,

 let's take a moment to celebrate the French notion

that flowers are not just an idle luxury but a

essential part of daily life.

Happy Fourth of July from Daisy and Floral Art!

Our Floral Art mascot wishing you a Happy Fourth of July!

Fourth of July Decor

Instead of using traditional red, white and blue for your Fourth of July festivities, try a monochromatic color combination. Canary yellow, leaf green and tangerine orange are great colors to use for a summertine celebration.

Lavender Lemonade Recipe

Here's the recipe for the Lavender Lemonade we served at last night's Floral Art Design Class. It's a lot of lemon squeezing, but well worth the effort! We're sure you'll love it!

Ingredients:

1 tray ice cubes

1/2 cup dried lavender

(we recommend lavender tea from www.winghopfung.com)

2 cups boiling water

3/4 cup of white cane sugar

8 lemons

5 cups cold water (or as needed)

Directions:

1. Place ice cubes and cold water in a 2 quart pitcher.

2. Place lavender tea in saucepan, stir in boiling water and let seep for 15 minutes.

3. While waiting for lavender to seep, squeeze lemon juice into separate bowl.

4. Strain the lavender water into the lemon juice bowl and discard the dried lavender.

5. Pour the mixture into the saucepan and stir in sugar (re-heat mixture on stove if sugar is not dissolved).

6. After cooling, pour the mixture into the pitcher and stir.

Tip: Inhale before sipping to embrace the lavender aroma, similar to tasting a fine wine.

Teddy Bears are Here!

Three things you may not know about our flower of the month...

1) They symbolize joy and warmth.

2) They are hearty flowers that hold up well in summer heat and are in season all the way through November.

3) They pair well with opaque vase with wide openings due to their thick, stalky stems.

Our Favorite Teddy Bear Arrangement this Month:

Basket Weave Vase with Sunflowers

Botanical Lavender Sugar Recipe

Lavender Sugar

Use fresh or dried lavender and add to sugar

 to make a flavorful sweetener for teas and chocolate baked goods.

 Also view our "Lavender Lemonade Recipe."

Ticings' Floral Inspired Cupcakes

Check out Ticings' floral inspired cupcakes...yum!

Deliziosos!

The Floral Art team is a big fan of our client, Italian Food Network star Giada de Laurentiis. We especially love her Rose Wine recipe. It's simply divine! To indulge in her special recipe, go to foodnetwork.com. Grazie Giada!