tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46564873493614106642024-03-12T20:56:16.076-04:00Loretta Stagen Floral DesignsLoretta Stagen Floral Designs provides innovative flower arrangements and party decorations for corporate events, weddings, concerts and theater stages. Located in Washington, Connecticut.Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-69480977584390905882019-12-12T18:53:00.005-05:002019-12-12T18:53:27.831-05:00Magical Wedding Reception at a Country Horse Farm<br />
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I’ve always loved the spare simplicity of the Sherman
Congregational Church, tucked away on a quiet spot that time appears to have
passed by. So I was thrilled to have a
chance to do the floral design work there for a wedding at the summer’s
end. A 20-foot garland of thick seeded
eucalyptus framed the entrance to the church and gently cascaded to the
landing. Inside, two abundant
arrangements of roses, dahlias, zinnias, and Million Bells flanked the Altar. (They would make star appearances later at
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<span style="text-align: center;">The bride’s family had rolled up their collective sleeves on
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emptying out the major barn and readying its interiors for
an inspired transformation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>From the
antique pine farm tables to the cutlery, goblets, linens, and décor, this was a
sophisticated, yet marvelously understated affair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I knew the Bride’s choice of blush-colored
roses and white dahlias on the table runners of seeded eucalyptus would be
perfect with this palette and showcased in the candlelight of various sizes of votive candles and lovely
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As the 180 guests arrived for cocktails, they were greeted
by the farm’s horses, eager to partake of apples and carrots set out for them
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Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-59857904439001962962019-10-07T13:32:00.002-04:002019-10-07T13:41:18.473-04:00Sophisticated New England Farm Wedding ~ Morris, Connecticut South Farms in Morris, Connecticut is a special venue for weddings and no wonder. Its setting and its historic farm buildings are quintessential New England, situated in one of the prettiest regions on the planet.
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And so I got to work-- festooning the arch that would serve as the backdrop for their outdoor ceremony with one hundred white and green hydrangea, and assembling centerpieces of hydrangea, ranunculus, double lisianthus, and local dahlias for centerpieces to station along moss runners. Lady’s mantle, galax leaves, seeded eucalyptus and needlepoint ivy for did yeoman work as embellishment. The glass centerpiece containers were wrapped in fresh moss and the votives were covered with galax leaves. Talk about a transformation!<br />
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On a lovely personal note, the bride opted to carry a family heirloom, her great-grandmother’s glass basket with handle, rather than a traditional bouquet. I filled the etched glass container with delicate gems -- Lady slipper orchids, mini calla lilies, lisianthus, and hydrangea – with trailing needlepoint ivy… for an enchanting mix. This arrangement, too, had a special place at the head table afterward, where it made for a majestic centerpiece.
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As the newlyweds made their way to the reception, guests tossed rose petals and florets of larkspur and delphinium. The sun had not yet set, but the hills were bathed in the late afternoon light. What perfect ingredients for their celebration!</div>
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<br />Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-83554334923033023322019-09-04T19:24:00.004-04:002019-09-04T19:36:49.613-04:00Magical Country Wedding, Lake Lemonade, Washington, CT<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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A bride’s gown seemingly spun from gossamer thread.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Linen dresses dipped in natural dyes for the
attendants in the subtle rainbow of colors one encounters in the forest. A
homemade carrot wedding cake and cupcakes and a Ceremony at Lemonade Lake. Talk
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It was my happy task to work these elements into large and elegant wedding at Manursing Island Club in Rye, NY, drawing upon a palette of white and green. And because the bride’s family splits its year between Rye and Bermuda, I had the mother of the bride’s white coral collection to draw upon as well.
For the ceremony at the Church of the Resurrection, I had decorated the pews and altar with a variety of white flowers, lady’s mantle, seeded eucalyptus, grevillea and galax leaves. As the bridal party proceeded down the aisle, the bridesmaids’ deep navy dresses served as brilliant backdrops for the floral confections of white and green I’d made as bouquets.
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Shortly thereafter, as 285 guests gathered under a glistening tent, centerpieces of roses, lisianthus, freesia, hydrangeas, hypericum berries and a variety of greens (seeded eucalyptus, tropical leaves, pine tips and rosemary) took center stage.<br />
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Undoubtedly my favorite creation for this sophisticated, pull-out-the stops affair was a spectacular arrangement for the country club mantel. I had assembled my ingredients in four troughs, and the designs were still perfect the next day when we moved them to the bride’s parents’ home for Sunday brunch. What a way for me to end the 2018 floral season!</div>
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The ceremony took place in the spectacular gardens of the groom’s grandparents overlooking acres of treetops. The focal point was a simple arch of birch limbs decorated with tendrils of gerber daisies cascading from the structure. During the ceremony the couple exchanged custom leis which matched the bride’s stunning sari. This was a wedding of two families celebrating love and culture and beauty, seemingly all at once.<br />
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After vows were exchanged, the 150 guests moved inside a pristine tent, where colorful orange, hot pink and spring green centerpieces of roses, dahlias and ladies mantle were featured. The flowers were tucked into birch containers which complimented the beauty of the wooded hills beyond.<br />
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Connecticut in summer is a sea of greens and on the very best of days, gently rustling breezes. I suspect this elegantly understated wedding was one guests and family will remember.
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What makes a wedding special? Sometimes it’s as simple as using flowers from the mother of the bride’s cutting garden. I thought of this recently as I filled buckets with flowers for a bridal bouquet for a summer wedding at Great Hollow Preserve in New Fairfield.<br />
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As it turned out, zinnias of many varieties and colors, dahlias, phlox, daisies, Queen Anne’s lace and peegee hydrangeas – made for a sumptuous summer mélange that worked wonderfully in many combinations.<br />
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I loved the way the Queen’s Anne Lace mirrored the lace in the bride’s lovely gown; and that simple birch branches, topped with a spray of delphinium, hydrangeas and snapdragons, was transformed into a ceremonial arch.<br />
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The bridesmaid bouquets, boutonnières, 108 centerpieces and large stand-alone arrangements drew similarly from this charming floral palette. Antiqued metal containers and long wooden farm tables completed the rustic look.<br />
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Then, as if summoned by a God on high for some 11th hour drama. crackling thunder and lightning and a violent rainstorm took center stage. But this must have been a power-that-be with a good sense of humor.; for just as magically, the skies cleared and a marvelous party was underway.Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-36067918797899589552017-11-16T13:11:00.000-05:002017-11-16T13:17:28.309-05:00Storybook wedding at Lake Waramaug Country ClubIt had the makings of a storybook wedding: childhood sweethearts, and spectacular views of the golf course at The Waramaug Country Club and of Lake Waramaug’s sparkling waters.<br />
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With such ingredients already in place, I turned to glorious, old-fashioned lavender and white flowers to make this bride and groom’s celebration all the more special.<br />
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The result -- as sweet as the young couple –could have served as inspiration for a succession of Victorian-era valentines.<br />
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Centerpieces of scabiosa, calla lily, larkspur and white veronica complemented the bride’s bouquet of lavender and baby’s breath and groom’s matching boutonniere. (I repeated the floral mix in the aisle chair décor.)<br />
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Votive candles brought these lovely wooden tables to life as the sun began to set.<br />
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Meanwhile the couple supplied joy and exuberance. It was simply a stunning event.<br />
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While it was basically a “first world problem,” and not the devastation and heartbreak that was unfolding as Hurricane Irma ripped north from the Caribbean to Florida, a portion of my flower order, the 500 Ecuadorian roses, was stuck in the Miami Airport. With the prestigious American Gold Cup competition at Old Salem Farm in North Salem three days away, I knew I’d have to scramble if I were going to guarantee delivery of 88 centerpieces on time.
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When snags like this happen, having contacts and experience really helps. My dear vendor, Chris, at Dutch Flower Line in the NYC flower market sprung to my aid -. voilà, this was the result. The roses were a hotter shade of orange than I’d ordered, but sometimes serendipitous outcomes turn out even better.<br />
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These arrangements, placed in wooden cubes of various sizes, and in custom made grey wooden containers , served up scrumptious mélanges that included artichokes, sea holly, pincushion flowers, Dutch hydrangeas and aubergine mini- calla lilies, Arachnea orchids, hypericum berries and kangaroo paws as well. I set them in beds of eucalyptus dotted by single magnolia leaves. Their autumnal colors looked fabulous with all of the tablecloths selected for this five day event.<br />
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Laura had selected periwinkle blue and shades of white as the color palette. She loves hydrangeas, so I ordered periwinkle hydrangeas (imported from Holland) as the favorite flower to be included in all of the designs.<br />
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Cocktails were enjoyed under the blue skies around the cocktail tables which were decorated with small centerpieces (similar to the ones on the dining tables).<br />
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The guests then moved under the tent to savor the dishes prepared by Bonni Manning Catering while viewing the lush centerpieces which included hydrangeas, roses, mini calla lilies and scabiosa. The colors were set off by the shimmering pewter tablecloths.
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Tall dramatic arrangements with similar flowers (and including periwinkle blue hybrid delpheniums) decorated the buffet table.
The guests were very impressed with the location of the private home, right on the shoreline, and all of the delights of the evening.</div>
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The topic was trends in floral design, and I’d brought some
amazing materials to work with. Roses, peonies, ladies mantle, cock’s comb,
green and white hydrangea, lisianthus and Bella Donna delphinium were the
undisputed stars of the afternoon.<br />
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We played with a number of ideas, from container selection,
to palettes of color and texture perfect for the season ahead. We created
everything from a table centerpieces of varied white flowers that would be
perfect at a summer wedding, or a fiery of orange and green mélange of flowers
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One again I reminded people that simple seasonal
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delphinium arrangement with a collard of ladies mantle, or lush peonies grouped
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Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-90908024243240829482017-03-11T10:39:00.002-05:002017-03-11T10:41:42.414-05:00Wedding Season is HereWe’re moving into the wedding season now, and I am not at all surprised that many bridal couples are craving color.
The choices for centerpieces are seemingly wide-open – that is, thanks to my longstanding relationships with the vendors in the NYC flower market, color trends, and a healthy dose of imagination. As an unabashed flower lover, I never grow tired to playing with certain themes.
How operatic these red callas feel in a glass container – an arrangement for the late Maria Callas perhaps….
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While delicate creme de la crème roses, Dutch hydrangea, and blue tweedia would be at home a table in a Jane Austin novel, or to set the stage for a wedding on Midsummer’s Eve.
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Look at how this rustic container makes an exotic mix of or artichokes, sea holly, orchids, roses, and cock’s comb feel like the discovery of underwater treasure.
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Simple glass containers of single varieties of flowers feel sleek and modern.
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And because I’m conversant with the many varieties of roses available throughout the year I can play with vintage, springtime or autumnal looks confident that my flowers will be the best choice for any occasion.
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And who could resist the cubes of flowers at this garden party? I love the way the dahlias, hydrangea and ladies mantle sparkle on beds of emerald sea glass along this fuchsia runner. The table setting is summer itself—and notice how covering the seats in matching fuschia fabric takes a great idea even further.Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-27850573252124880542016-11-21T14:49:00.001-05:002016-11-25T11:51:12.672-05:00A Day with Loretta Stagen at the Judy Black Memorial Park and GardensI relocated to New Preston, CT, in 2008 and it has turned out to be one of the best decisions of my life. I love the people here, and as an avid sportswoman, love the hiking, swimming, and biking just outside my door. What better way to show my gratitude than to share my design skills at a free lecture at the Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens in Washington Depot. I came laden with gorgeous flowers and greenery that I’d procured at the NYC flower market on an early run the day before.<br />
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Forego the clichéd baskets and orange gourds, I urged the assembly of women, and opt for the more subtle autumnal colors you’d find in the Connecticut woodlands. Mix the ordinary (onions, brussel sprouts, artichokes) with the extraordinary (orchids, unusual roses, scabiosa, sea holly and Dutch green hydrangea).<br />
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Create works that proclaim abundance, as you play with colors, shapes and textures. Even China-pink euonymous, gathered from the countryside (and a nice use of what today is seen as a menace—on Connecticut’s invasive species list) can be pressed into service. Unbeknownst to them, the women seated in chairs with ribbons would win these arrangements and get to take them home later in the day.<br />
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I had just a few hours to catch my second wind...before returning to give an evening workshop. The fees from this sold-out event went directly to the Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens. It was a whirlwind of a few days, but very happy ones, with a sincere “thank you” from me to the place I call home.
Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-37115326364385496342016-09-26T17:57:00.001-04:002016-09-26T18:10:13.673-04:00American Gold Cup Equestrian EventMore than 80 of my floral centerpieces took center stage inside the glorious double tent at The American Gold Cup competition. The event,
legendary in the world of International Show Jumping, is elegant with a capital “E”. Once again it was held at the historic Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY.
The Cup is an iconic event, now in its 46th year, with the top purse $216,000 for the Gold Cup Prix. Success at the Cup enables the gifted equestrians to move on to the ASPCA MacLay Finals.<br />
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In this stunning rural setting my challenge was to select plant material that would match the beauty of the landscape and withstand the rigors of five days of festivities.<br />
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I turned to roses and green thistles, green Dutch hydrangea, green hypericum berries, celosia, spiral eucalyptus, kangaroo paws, scabiosa and crocosmia pods, and magnolia leaves. These gorgeous mélanges went into custom barn wood troughs and offered delight at each and every table.<br />
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From the lush green late summer fields to the white silk tablecloths and sparkling crystal, the late afternoon and evening event was the epitome of taste and understated grandeur. The scene cried out for table arrangements of Dutch white hydrangeas, white roses, white freesia and green hypericum berries; at the head table I showcased forest green Italian ruscus, spectacular white hydrangea heads, and green cymbidian orchids.<br />
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For the bride’s bouquet I opted for a romantic confection of white hydrangeas, white Hawaiian dendrobium orchids, green hypericum berries, and a collar of dusty miller. The bridesmaids carried a variation on this theme with bouquets of white lisianthus, white roses and green hypericum berries. Imagine flowers as spun sugar …made from the finest of fresh ingredients. The bride and her party looked astonishing, and so did these floral concoctions.<br />
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And of course the horses, their velvety heads taking in the happy scene, helped make this a wedding t to remember. <br />
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Ocean light. Cliffside views. Puffy clouds. Blue skies. What could be more inspirational that a wedding at this time of year in Newport, RI, land of gilded mansions and sparkling seas?<br />
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The flowers for this glorious wedding picked up on some of the trends I’ve chronicled – the use of high quality flowers, and startlingly fresh bursts of marine color. Talk about a modern day wedding with elegant “cottage” appeal.<br />
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I had gorgeous flowers to play with – hydrangeas, peonies, freesia and delphinium, and turned hypericum berries and Italian to complete the wonderfully romantic look. I added snapdragons to the mix on a lovely arbor and wrapped its columns in white organza; for the bridal bouquet I mixed peonies, hydrangeas, freesia, delphinium and the charming chartreuse ladies mantle that is in bloom right now in the garden.
It made for a great look for a great day.<br />
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Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-27461023916689201242016-04-04T14:58:00.000-04:002016-04-08T15:00:31.820-04:00New Trends for Bridal BouquetsBridal bouquets are shifting from the tight domes of recent years into a looser, multi-floral style that mixes colors and textures.
Look for dramatic contrasts, as in this bouquet of blue anemones, black calla lilies and white roses, or a variety of arrangements that incorporate mixes of contrasting colors
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Choose this effervescent mix of Japanese sweet peas and lily-of-the valley; or go for the monochromatic drama of red roses and hypericum berries.
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Unusual materials, such as the rosemary, lamb’s ear and muscara featured here add surprise and charm to this custom look.<br />
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Springerei add interest, but keep the focus on the high quality flowers selected. While roses are favorite mainstays, freesia, lisianthus, hydrangea, sea holly, anemones…all work wonderfully in concert. <a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-26frBbGl61Y/Vwf-kbevGNI/AAAAAAAAA6U/b8zGhx8oXqYQHPU2vzJ1EhRUcaSXLtByw/s1600/IMGP1695-e.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-26frBbGl61Y/Vwf-kbevGNI/AAAAAAAAA6U/b8zGhx8oXqYQHPU2vzJ1EhRUcaSXLtByw/s1600/IMGP1695-e.jpg" /></a><br><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ovZ2ddi8WdA/Vwf-ltCsGuI/AAAAAAAAA6Y/QcuBFY7QckIXmnjvWTJSWAiJh2arYXmIg/s1600/20130727-102-f.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ovZ2ddi8WdA/Vwf-ltCsGuI/AAAAAAAAA6Y/QcuBFY7QckIXmnjvWTJSWAiJh2arYXmIg/s1600/20130727-102-f.jpg" /></a>
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While orchids may seem exotic to most people, I’ve been familiar with them from as early as I can remember. My mother grew her favorite Cattaleya orchids in her hothouse and Cymbidium orchids in the lath house, and in time taught me how to make corsages. </div>
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I also like to create floral designs with Vanda and Arachne orchids.
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Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-40661255885654104332016-01-06T10:58:00.002-05:002016-01-06T10:59:22.623-05:00Holiday Centerpiece Workshop at the Re-invent Gallery in Lake Forest, ILThere are times when the behind-the-scenes work that goes into making the holidays special can seem overwhelming. Then there are times when we work together, and make magic.<br />
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At least that was the way it felt not too long ago when my daughter, Corinne, organized a floral workshop with her Lake Bluff/Lake Forest friends. The event was held at the Re-invent Gallery in downtown Lake Forest. As we sipped Prosecco, munched on goodies, and caught up on each other’s lives, we set to work on centerpieces that would soon grace holiday tables. <br />
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Imported Dutch hydrangeas, burgundy cymbidian orchids, gorgeous black pearl roses and green hypericum berries proved to be just what we needed.<br />
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Happily removed from what can be the sturm und drang of our lives, we remembered what should be at the heart of this season. <br />
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What fun it was to lead this workshop; and what a gift it was for me to watch these nine women head home with their beautiful creations!<br />
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Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-86724646614412342352015-11-18T09:41:00.003-05:002015-11-18T09:42:37.815-05:00Lecture and Luncheon at Lake Bluff Garden ClubThe Lake Bluff Garden Club recently invited me to give a lecture on creating centerpieces with vegetables and flowers.<br />
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Chaired by Sue Hetzel and Corinne Torkelson (my daughter), the event was held at the beautiful Elawa Farm in Lake Forest – and was attended by 60 members. Coming on the heels of the recent photo shoot for Fine Cooking magazine, I felt energized and full of ideas.<br />
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Artichokes, a variety of onions, including scallions, ornamental kale, radishes, broccoli, baby eggplants, asparagus and brussel sprouts were soon being placed in the four centerpieces we’d later auction off. Roses and rose hips, hydrangeas, berries and orchids came next, adding color and texture. <br />
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I trust the participants left the lecture armed with my “how to” tips and eager to jazz up their Thanksgiving tables.
Thanks to Corinne, a most accomplished professional photographer, for capturing these finished product. Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-40765338345604681202015-10-29T14:08:00.000-04:002015-10-29T14:08:10.419-04:00Loretta Stagen Floral Designs featured in the current issue of Fine Cooking MagazineWhen Teresa Fernandes, the Art Director of Fine Cooking Magazine, asked me to design two Thanksgiving centerpieces for the October/November issue, I turned to specimen artichokes, asparagus, onions, turnips and ornamental kale for a mélange of autumnal color and shapes. Broom and seeded eucalyptus did yeoman duty as filler, while arachnea and cymidian orchids and hypericum berries were show stoppers, adding dazzling elements of surprise.<br />
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I loved that this centerpiece captured in microcosm the essence of a bountiful table…<br />
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…and hope that my work inspired the readers of Fine Cooking to consider new ways to celebrate this special holiday.<br />
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Photos by Loretta StagenLoretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-4436013944740854932015-09-30T20:41:00.000-04:002015-09-30T23:41:28.457-04:00American Gold Cup Equestrian EventSummer ended with a dream assignment, one that challenged me creatively, and called upon quick thinking. The destination was the American Gold Cup Equestrian Event, an exquisite four-day affair at The Old Salem Farm in North Salem. My part was to create 80 centerpieces of varying sizes that would match the excellence being displayed in the ring on the difficult jumping course.<br />
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Artichokes, succulents, thistles, hydrangeas, hypericum berries, roses, mini calla lilies, pin cushion flowers, cock’s comb, arachnid orchids, kangaroo paws and single magnolia leaves joined forces for a veritable cornucopia of shapes and autumnal colors.<br />
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And I used custom troughs of reclaimed barn wood for containers. These truly stunning assemblages added bursts of color to linens in shades of green, terra cotta and deep plum. I like to think that while the world class equestrians made their mark, my centerpieces helped make the experience of attending this event all the more spectacular.
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What a nice mix of jobs I had this summer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I loved every bit of it, and I guess it
showed. Merchants in New Preston and Washington, CT, turned to me to create
window boxes and planters that would go the extra mile for the busy tourist
season.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had fun coordinating the
entrance D. K Schulman Design in New Preston –with window boxes of black and
papaya petunias.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This striking
combination captured the eye of an Artscope Magazine photographer illustrating
an article on Litchfield County.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
worked the ever-faithful angelonia, vebena, lantana and millions bells; these
are the Percheron draft horses, the mainstays, and come in many varieties and
colors. Needlepoint ivy and a few surprises added the finishing touches.
Sometimes flowers and foliage really CAN draw pedestrian traffic, and this was
exactly what happened the day I arrived in Larchmont, NY, and began creating a
large planter for Sweeets, a new candy emporium. “Would you come do mine next
year?’ one of the neighboring merchants asked. The yellow, orange and blue
flowers in the arrangement matched the sign in the shop’s glistening plate
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There were elegant parties and a variety of weddings in
Connecticut and Manhattan. I used flowers that would have been at home in a
local garden for a country wedding. Some of my favorite custom ordered gems
made for an elegant dinner at Manhattan’s Bryant Park Grill. And I had fun
playing with sunflowers s in glass containers, and fiery roses, Bells of Ireland
and hydrangeas for a wedding reception held at an art gallery – they seemed to
capture the very essence of summer.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Now I’m moving on to a large and exciting new project. Stay
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Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-6160167444651249062015-05-02T06:30:00.003-04:002015-05-02T06:34:32.159-04:00Thinking outside of the Vase: Vegetables and FruitsSnapdragons, baby mums, phlox, roses and asters are staples in many home gardens. But have you ever considered some ways to build upon these flowers in arrangements that are fresh and contemporary?<br />
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Recently at The Smithy in New Preston I gave a workshop in which we explored some possibilities. To a bouquet of phlox and dusty miller I added stems of raspberries. For a burst of color how about purple asters. I place them in orange peppers-as-containers. Fresh herbs in a rectangular glass container were lovely all on their own, but adding a bed of river stones to the base of the clear container and several stems of colorful snapdragons upped the ante.</div>
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Why not mix roses with vegetables, and onions with frilly kale? How about using aspidistra leaves to conceal the oasis in a clear container? Arranging really offers us a chance to tap into our imaginations and to play. As an aside -- I use organic vegetables and herbs in my arrangements. Why? I know I’ll be chopping them up and using them for soup in a few days. What a fitting final destination.</div>
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In which I mixed tall camellia branches with Hawaiian dendrobium orchids, garden roses and oranges on natural stems.<br />
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Other times I’ve made sleek, modern combos in glass cubes and rectangles. When you have top quality flowers, focusing on one or two varieties can pack a wallop.<br />
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I’ve embellished a hot-colored centerpiece with fiddleheads, and played with unusual color and flower combinations. I’ve wrapped oasis in tropical foliage, and turned to bamboo, grass and curly willow for spirited finishing touches.<br />
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As you see, white, green and sienna callas became showgirls when they are set in sea glass or river pebbles. Similarly, how could this line of lush coral peonies not make a lasting impression?<br />
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And how wonderfully exuberant and mysterious this arrangement of green and while callas, Hawaiian dendrobium and cymbidian orchids, bamboo and grass became. I thought afterwards, it was like injecting a bit of the Rain Forest into the equation!Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4656487349361410664.post-57502096592126147832014-12-11T20:32:00.000-05:002014-12-12T08:45:26.409-05:00Old World Elegance for the HolidaysOld World elegance was the tone I struck for a Greenwich client a few days ago, as I set about to decorate her home for the holidays. I turned to an assortment of greens (douglas fir, cedar, redwood, magnolia and Italian ruscus) for wreaths and a lovely mantle arrangement, with scabiosa pods and bursts of white hypericum berries as welcome accents. Among the most stunning of the creations was an exquisite garland of magnolia that I strung along a curving staircase. I capped the garlands, top and bottom, with sumptuous 16-loop moss green bows.<br />
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If you look closely at these photos, you’ll see how the finished look corresponds with the interior décor, and picks up on the muted natural palette. (I left confident that my arrangements would stay fresh for weeks, thanks to the trough watering system I’ve refined over the years).<br />
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Overall, the result was sophisticated, but soothingly understated. I had embellished the home’s exquisite architectural details without attempting to upstage them. All that was needed will come next -- a crackling fire and guests and family.<br />
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All photos by Pam Grunow Loretta Stagenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17976406828590955224noreply@blogger.com0