Lion's Gate

Lion's Gate Center is a hidden treasure. It is tucked away in the complex, quietly waiting for guests to arrive. A lovely water feature is outside the door and large stone walls hide the building from the outside world. Inside there is a nice bar area and the mantle makes a nice focal point for the bridal party. The hardwood floor is great for dancing and it was decorated with twinkling lights for this couples evening.

The Perfect 'Pear'

This lovely couple chose a theme which fit them and added fun to the reception at Lion's Gate Recreation Center. The Perfect 'Pear' can be seen in these photos as part of the sweetheart table arrangement and in the candles which were placed on each guest table. Tall vases of pears where found on the candy/favor table as well. This is a fun theme-make one up of your own to fit your style!

Boutonnieres

Boutonnieres, short version-bouts, are the personal wedding flowers for all the men in the wedding party. The groom's bout is usually associated with the bride's bouquet and the groomsmen traditionally where a flower from the bridesmaid's bouquet. These days, as with all of the wedding flowers, it is the bride's taste that dictates the exact design and flowers used. There is no hard and fast rule that must be followed. Above are a few examples of the bouts we have recently designed. This is but a sampling, as beads, wire, shells, berries and other flowers and foliage are all options.

St. James Parish, Wilmington

St. James Parish in downtown Wilmington is a beautiful venue for a wedding. The alter is stunning and the graceful lines of the ceiling encompass the guests in warmth. Always In Bloom arranged large, natural flowing centerpieces with lots of white flowers to stand up to the dark wood tones and grandeur of the space. The alter guild is wonderful to work with and the church staff where equally helpful. Thank you to all involved.

Beau Rivage Beauty

Beau Rivage All Dressed Up!

Jennifer was all about pink. Black linens set the stage for pops of pink flowers everywhere. Orchids topped the ice sculpture as the centerpiece of the buffet room. The signature cake of Sweet T's was a smash with layers of white flowers between each cake layer.

The alter was set with a crown of pink and white in the arbor, which was moved to the cake table for the reception. What a great way to use the arbor!

The sweetheart table was adored with a lush garland of roses and gerbera daisies to match the arbor.

Beach Sunset

Monday, Monday...I love that day. If I have a few hours to myself it is Sunday evening or some time on Monday. This week I took a few hours to play at the beach. It was a greatly needed rejuvenation for my body and spirit.

I enjoy walking on the beach, but rarely take the time. This excursion was all about getting away from the shop and house to relax. What a luxury! Isn't the sunset just incredible?!

BEFORE AND AFTER

To show you how fun it is around the shop, we took these 'before and after'
photos. Designing is always done on a custom basis with the bride in mind.

Bridal Special

Brides, now is the time to act. If you are planning your wedding for the month of September 2008, you will want to book with Always In Bloom Wedding and Event Flowers.

Place your order in August for a September wedding and reception flowers to receive your BRIDAL BOUQUET FREE!!

This is a first time offer, available only thru August.

Romance at the Graystone Inn

As you can see Annie has great taste. It was fun to match her flowers to her personality! Beige/peach feathers were used in her bouquet to add accent to the monochromatic design of calla lilies, cymbidium orchids, and orange roses. The large arrangement was full of peacock feathers in their nature color and dyed light green.