Archive for the “weddings” Category

It just seems that within a blink of an eye, summer is half over. BiZi Bee, your local Seattle florist, has been busy with so many wonderful events this summer. From Grand Openings to large business events to weddings, we seem to be part of some awesome occassions! Nothing is too big or too small to have us help put that special touch into an event you’ve been planning.

I recently had the opportunity to do some gorgeous arrangements with white hydrangea, white stock, white roses, white freesia and gardenias for a elegant summer wedding shower. Thank you Carla, for calling on us!

There was also the BizJam event that we did some awesome green, black and white arrangements for Biznik, which happens to be a phenomenal business networking group! Thank you Lara and Dan!

And then, the weddings. I hope to get some pics onto the site for you to see. For one, I stayed up for a full 24 hours to make sure it was as gorgeous as anticipated with pink hydrangeas, roses, freesia, faux cherry blossoms, curly willow…I have to say, it was some of my most favorite work yet. Congrats Maria and Wendall!

Congrats to Megan and Josh for having BiZi Bee be part of your big day! They chose to have their wedding on the Skansonia. Gorgeous location! It’s an old ferry boat turned into venue. Very charming and earthy. We did organic locally grown flowers and VeriFlora certified flowers for their wedding along with recyclable containers. BiZi Bee really is all about sustainability and Mother Earth….even before it was cool!

The colors chosen for Julia and Sam were gorgeous reds, lime greens and a hint of lavender. I have to say…it was gorgeous! With dahlias (hard to come by as of last week due to a late winter), lime green fuji mums, red gerberas, red roses, belles of ireland, red spray roses, and lavender freesia…this was a truly spectacular wedding for a young couple so vibrant and full of life! Congrats Julia and Sam! With a special thanks to Judy and Pastor Jon!

Congrats to Charlene and Adam! This was a very simple affair…with cream calla lilies and cream roses. Very elegant and understated, but still wonderful to be part of!

I, Heather, wish you all the best! Thank you so much for the opportunity to be part of your special day! And remember, if you ever have any questions about event florals or wedding florals, please don’t hesitate to call me at: 206-883-5522

Here we are: Wedding Season.  I can tell you that I am so very thrilled to be doing some awesome weddings this summer.  Wedding work is definately a favorite of mine.  It’s such a wonderful time to be involved with some amazing clients!  Being in love is unto itself..and for me, I get to help express your love on a very important day..your wedding day!

Being that BiZi Bee deals with organic, VeriFlora certified and local product, I like to incorporate these into the wedding events that I do.  I was sad to learn, on a recent outing to my local farms (Bothell and Woodinville), that the planting season came a little later than anticipated this year.  We had such a long winter and late Spring that many of my farms weren’t able to plant their crops until late May instead of late April as they usually do.

What this means for you: those wonderful flowers like amaranthus, dahlias, zinnia, and the like won’t be available (locally) until late July early August.  But, don’t fret…we can still get these flowers (they may be a little more costly than usual) from other places..mainly California and Canada.  So, my advice to you, if your planning  a June or July wedding, make sure to talk to your florist (I am availble to take questions via the phone as well: 206-883-5522) about the best flowers that will be available and if you have your heart set on local product only, then August and September would be awesome months to be married, as this is when most of the great locally grown flowers will be coming out.

Peonies and calla lillies that are locally grown, are nearing their end in late June this year.  They’re available from other sources until about the first few days of july.  I can tell you that the delphinium and freesia are gorgeous right now!

I have a gorgeous wedding that I will be doing this weekend for Megan and Josh that is a green “Green” wedding..meaning the flowers that are being used are that fantastic lime green colors and creams, they’re Veriflora certified and the containers for the centerpieces are totally recyclable and made from recycled materials (they’re called BlumeBoxes!)  I look forward to posting the pics on the site for all to see.

I hope this helped you out a little.  Please feel free to email me from here or give me a call.  My name is Heather and I would love to hear from you!  206-883-5522

Planning a wedding can be exhausting!  There’s no doubt about it..all the appointments, dress fittings, worrying..it’s enough to drive anybody mad!  But, relax, it’s all going to be okay.  The Bachelorette Party is a great way to escape from the stress of planning and bond with your friends and oh, a time to indulge, indulge, indulge!  The party should take place 2-3 weeks before the wedding.

Here’s a few helpful hints to make sure your Bachelorette Party goes off without a hitch and make sure you have the most relaxing day ever.

• Who Hosts?–Your attendants or siblings could chip in to create a send-off that’s right for you.  Here’s a hint: Let THEM do all the planning.
• Pre-Party To-Do’s–Make sure the people organizing the party know what your tastes are, so you don’t end up being asked to do anything outside your comfort zone.  You need to still be prepared for some surprises.  You need to let them know if you would rather head out of town for the weekend or keep it to a one-day event.
• Venue–You could get the party started by jetting off to Acapulco or the Mexican Riveriera for margaritas and some clubbing.  Vegas is always an option! Or maybe a spa day (try Spa Noir, Salon Zeka, or Diva Nail Spa for some options), Or a day in the city sampling wine at a wine bar (like The Purple Cafe or Smash Wine for a couple venues)and remember, flowers on the tables are a nice touch..you can have them made by BiZi Bee Floral in North Seattle and delivered to your destination!; or gather at that fabulous restaurant you’ve been meaning to try (The Melting Pot, Canlis, Sky City Restaurant in the Space Needle, or Wild Ginger)
• Guest List–All members of the bridal party, sisters and close friends.

DAY-OF NOTES:

Make the Bachelorette Party night (or weekend) memorable by taking lots of pictures.  Plus, dress to impress in something sexy (depending on the event you’re having) and yes, this is one time a tiara is acceptable!

 –In Style Weddings Magazine was the resource for most of this article

I know we women (whom are about to tie the knot) are scared when we hear the words: “Bachelor Party”.  We think of scantily clad women dancing around our men, tempting them into things they wouldn’t normally do.  Of course, we trust our man..but there is always the cringe of “what if?”

So, do me a favor, Don’t think of this as his last chance to celebrate being single; it’s simply an opportunity to spend time with his closest friends and toast the amazing life change that is about to happen!  Here’s a few tips I’d like to share:  the bachelor party should happen 2-3 weeks before the wedding (there’s so many things that could go wrong if done the night before..so plan ahead)

• Who hosts?–Usually the best man and groomsmen do this planning.
• Pre-Party To-Do’s–Discuss what kind of party is being planned for your fiance and make sure you’re comfortable with it too.
• Venue–Ideas for planning a weekend away are wide open: Las Vegas is an awesome option for good food and late night fun, or he can try something seasonal , like hitting the links in Arizona or California.  If the party takes place locally, he might consider chowing down at an upscale steak house (like the Metropolitan Grill or Rock Salt:Steak and Seafood), or attending a sports event (like the Mariners) or heading out for a day of adventure rock climing (try Mountain Madness for a great resource), white water rafting (try Blue Sky Outfitters for a great resource) or other extreme activity, such as ATVing (check out ATV Action Tours).
• Guest List–The groomsmen, your fiance’s brothers and any other friends he’d like to celebrate with.

DAY-OF NOTES:

Let him know that he can call you, even if his friends tease him, but they’re probably doing the same thing!

–In Style Weddings magazine was the resource for this article.

Planning a wedding shower can be loads of fun.  Just remember, the key to planning a great shower is to make sure the bride is the center of attention and everyone knows it!  A wedding shower is a fantastic way to build up excitement for your upcomming nuptials. (and when it comes to the flowers, BiZi Bee Floral in North Seattle is here to help with this day too!)   Here are a few great tips that will help you with planning your wedding shower!  It’s advised for it to take place 1-2 months before the wedding.

• Who Hosts?–The bride’s sister, best friend OR the entire wedding party can host this affair.  You may want to have a hand in choosing the location and types of food served, since you know your guests (and your mother) best.
• Pre-Party To-Do’s–Get ready for all eyes to be on you.  You will be “showered” with gifts and are expected to open them in front of the crown as they ooh and aah.  Think about what you’ll wear.  As the guest of honor, you want a look that’s slightly dressier than your guests’.
• Theme and Decor–Depending on your tastes, you could do an afternoon tea with tiered plates of dainty foods, simple floral arrangements (maybe arranged in actual teacups or teapots), with lacy linens and fine china OR a lunch with a theme that related to one of your hobbies, such as travel, photography, gardening–and start the party with a class or seminar in this area.
• Venue–This party can take place in someone’s home, at a tea shop or in a room at a restaurant or hotel.  Just make sure the space is cozy and secluded (showers can get loud!)
• Guest List–Bridesmaids, sisters, and the two moms.  Some people include friends of both mothers, all female relatives and the bride’s girlfriends (basically, important women in your life, along with those involved in the wedding)…but remember, every woman invited to the wedding does NOT have to be asked to the shower.  For coed showers, everyone does not need to bring a man or a woman.

DAY-OF NOTES:  Make sure someone is keeping track of who gave you what, so you can mail handwritten personalized thank-you notes within a couple of weeks of the shower.

–In Style Weddings magazine

I, Heather, at BiZi Bee Floral in North Seattle, wanted to create a sort of party timeline for all the bride-to-be’s out there planning your big day.  I know that you want your wedding to be fantabulous and planning is a huge part of that. 

Starting with the Engagement…planning the party anyway to tell everyone that you’ve just been engaged!

**Engagement Party should take place within 3 months of the engagement. (only a suggestion)***

ENGAGEMENT PARTY:

• Who Hosts?–Traditionally, the bride’s family hosts, but many of today’s couples divide up the duties between both families…helps with costs and let’s face it, you’re bringing 2 families together.
• Pre-Party To Do’s–Keep the engagement party relatively casual.  While etiquette does not require it, most guests will bring presents, so consider starting a gift registry prior to the gathering.  You should also expect guests to ask about the wedding date and plans (eventhough you may not even know yet), tro to have some details in place before the party date arrives (like the time of year you’d like the wedding to happen).
• Theme and Decor–A simple brunch (maybe a barbeque) or evening cocktails are easy to pull off and set the right tone.  Keep the menu simple with light refreshments..having plenty of bubbly on hand. Sparkling wine are unexpectedly chic alternatives to traditional champagne.  Have small floral arrangements (tea lights add a nice touch for cocktails) for the tables..depending on the theme of the party (barbeque, hawaiian, etc) your local florist will have some great tips on what flowers and styles to use.  It’s a great occasion to celebrate, and flowers help make it memorable!  You can personalize the event in small ways with monogrammed notepads or breath-mint tins.  All are available online at sites such as beau-coup.com or orientaltrading.com . 
• Venue–Your family’s home, a chic lounge, or a favorite restaurant is a perfect locale for this celebratory affair.
• Guest List–Only invite people who are sure to be on the wedding guest list, but not every single person you plan to invite to your ceremony.  Bottom line: Keep it small and intimate.

DAY-OF NOTES:  Get a manicure the morning of your engagement party so your ring finger is ready for ogling over.

                                 Offer a brief toast to your upcoming nuptials and thanks guests for sharing in your joy.  Let them know how much you look forward to having them at your wedding.

—In Style Weddings magazine