Just Picked : fresh inspiration

These are things that get us All a Twitter. We look to nature, art, tradition, and all that is sweet and good in our world to find style, inspiration, and meaning.

Dawn Ranch

September 18, 2009 Filed Under - Wedding Design
Label: dawn ranch wedding, sonoma wedding
Posted by - Mary Lois

We created a labyrinth of flowers that was on site the weekend. I've walked the labyrinth at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, and it really does have a meditative effect.


Also pictured is a close up of some of the hanging pieces we created for the tent. 

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Dawn Ranch - Human Sized Nest

September 17, 2009 Filed Under - Wedding Design
Label: dawn ranch wedding, sonoma wedding, loop event arts, loop flowers
Posted by - Mary Lois
A human sized nest.

You know you are a match with your client when during the initial consultation you suggest a human sized nest and the bride almost falls out of her chair declaring "YES!!". 

Also, big gnarly wood chairs were rented from Loop. Gorgeous linens from La Tavola.
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Dawn Ranch Wedding - Magic Under the Tent

September 16, 2009 Filed Under - Wedding Design
Label: dawn ranch wedding, sonoma wedding, tented wedding, loop event arts, loop flowers
Posted by - Mary Lois
The look here is one that Loop is known for..elegant and understated. I love this combination of slightly over the top baroque inspired dreamy tabletop with the wooden tables and chairs that bring the design down to earth. 

The flowers were the perfect combination of things that created a luscious, woodland, and elegant look with orchids, garden roses, and dahlias mixed with woodsy elements.

We wanted to create a woodland feast, an enchanted mid summer's night...This was definitely one of my favorites of the year.

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Dawn Ranch - Reception

September 15, 2009 Filed Under - Wedding Design
Label: dawn ranch wedding, sonoma wedding, loop event arts, loop flowers
Posted by - Mary Lois
Here are photos of the decor and design Loop did of the tent, entrance, and interior. Linens were from La Tavola. Rentals from Classic Party Rentals. Photos by Gretchen LeMaistre.

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Dawn Ranch - Ceremony

September 15, 2009 Filed Under - Wedding Design
Label: dawn ranch wedding, sonoma wedding
Posted by - Mary Lois

The ceremony was in the apple orchard, and the tree with hanging flowers was the spectacular altar. Lovely custom made pillows  added a sweet dimension to the look of the ceremony.

The cocktail area was right next to the ceremony space for easy flow from one part of the event to the other.

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