My favorite flower show ended up being one of the busiest weeks of the year, squeezed between my work schedule and my son’s graduation. Because of that, I could only visit on the very last day of the week-long event. That’s not ideal—the flowers aren’t as fresh, and I missed …
I made eight centerpieces for Quinten’s joint graduation party at his friend’s house. Color theme: gold, orange (school color), white & black. All the flowers came from the San Francisco Flower Market, and I added the greenery and vases from home. Not sure if the boys noticed the flowers … …
The first weekend of May was dedicated to the annual show of the Peninsula Rose Society. It took a team effort to set up, clean up, photograph the trophy-winning roses, and welcome visitors. This arrangement was my entry in the “Transparency Design” category—meant to let you see the rose through …
When your moms are a professional wedding photographer and a floral designer, prom night hits different. All the flowers for the bouquet …
The second weekend of April was all about the San Francisco Cherry Blossom Festival, where I exhibited as a member of the …
After three weeks of cleaning our house on Omishima Island, I finally had a chance to make an arrangement. I found these …
White Calla Lily—one of my all-time favorite flowers! 🌿🤍 Its elegant trumpet shape is simply mesmerizing. Seeing them emerge from glossy green …
💛A dozen Valentine’s roses brighten up the scene alongside fresh lemons! 🍋 Materials: Roses, Myer lemons, Cordyline (Electric Flash, Cha Cha), Echeveria
I found these red-twig dogwood branches at a farmers market. The color looks striking against pure white calla lilies that are blooming …
🍋Meyer lemon is a versatile plant for all seasons. I enjoy cooking, making lemonade, and making arrangements. Materials: Meyer lemon, Curley willow
