I do! I did!

This past Saturday, the 9th, was the Wedding Crashers show, sponsored by Brooklyn Based. Maybe it was the Prosecco, maybe it was the passed hors devours, but I had a great time! Obviously I loved meeting potential clients but I hadn't anticipated the warmth of the other vendors in the bridal community. Perhaps because I work in fashion? An industry known for it's, shall we say... "colorful" personalities?




I met a ton of cool, interesting, and talented people and spent the whole day chatting and snagging treats off of the catering tables. Both The Green Table and One Girl Cookies were there! Yum!



So between running my mouth and stuffing my face, I barely took any pictures. Once back home I took a few more.

For all you brides-to-be...

Come check out plenty of brooklyn based bridal vendors (myself included!) for all of your upcoming nuptial needs!

Wedding Crashers

Getting hitched? Come to Brooklyn Based’s inaugural wedding fair on January 9, 2010 at the Bell House and meet the exceptional designers, caterers, photographers, bands and DJs who will make your day.

We’ve handpicked 30+ original, Brooklyn-centric vendors to help you plan your wedding locally, or take a piece of Brooklyn with you wherever you tie the knot.

You’ll also get advice from experts on topics like DIY Ceremonies and Incredible Honeymoons, which the winner of our Honeymoon Gift Package will put to good use. One lucky bride will take home a $250 J.Crew gift card and private shopping party for her and her bridesmaids, a $500 travel voucher at Gap Adventures, a free TabletPlus membership at TabletHotels.com, and a gift subscription to Budget Travel magazine.

Tickets (on sale now) are $40 for the entire day, or $20 in advance for each three-hour session. In that window of time, guests will meet over 30 one-of-a-kind vendors and speakers who will propose wonderful things for their day. Flutes of sparkling wine with entrance, and the first 50 guests at each session receive free “To Have and to Hold” gift-filled bags and free entry in the Honeymoon Gift Package. Details follow.

Wedding Crashers
Saturday January 9, 2010, 10:30 am- 5 pm
The Bell House
718-643-6510; 149 7th St., Brooklyn, NY

Father-Daughter bonding...

While I was home (Cincinnati) over Christmas, my dear old Dad said he wanted to learn how to make a terrarium! Though retired, he works part-time at a recreation center and wanted a new activity to try with the kiddies.

It's a pretty snappy process and within 20 minutes or so, we had 2 terrariums. Can you tell who's is who?



I must say, I applaud his use of found objects! He literally walked around the house and found things to throw in his.





I added a little lady bug that they sold at Michael's. Normally, I'm not a fan of cutesy-poo things anywhere, terrariums included, but I figured I was in Ohio and should play to my audience.



And apparently, these killed at the rec center so there ya go...

All Stars Helping Kids

The other week, I got a call at 11:45pm asking for "emergency terrariums" for the following morning.. After an initial panic I figured it was totally doable seeing as how the flower markets open at 5am. Did I mention it was a Monday? And that I had a shoot the next day as well?

It was for a friend who's organization does great work (see title of post) so I was in. The outcome, while not traditional terrariums (I used primarily cuttings, branches, and even some raspberries), still evoked the spirit and provided a beauty that lasted well beyond the luncheon they were created for.

Now although, you and I aren't close personal friends, you should still contact me for your next event. And, uh- I generally like more than a days notice!

Miller Time

Last night was the debut of House of Miller, an exciting new lifestyle design firm created by Heather Miller. I met Heather my very first time out at the Brooklyn Flea. She invited me to be a part of her showcase and last night was the night! I've attached a few pics of including some Before and After. The champagne flowed, the African drummers drummed, and there were even live birds. Recipe for a good party no?

The room I was set up in was in the theme of 'African Restaurant' so I made the terrariums in that style.

They started out here:










and ended up here:

Just so you know...

I will be selling terrariums at Task in Williamsburg. Owner Anne Seally is hosting a pop-up trunk show on Saturday, December 12th.. many brooklyn based merchants will be featured.

almost famous

So as mentioned, I attended a Martha Stewart taping today with two of my friends. I took along a small succulent with moss and a lavender sprig to see how far I could get.

Surprisingly, no one seemed to mind the strange box I was hauling around and I breezed through every check point. As we were being seated, I asked one of the producers if it was possible to have it given to her as a present.

Although they don't usually do that, she said she'd see what they could do. I thought, "yeah right", until a few minutes later, she did in fact come take it from me. Wow! Who knows if it will ever really grace Martha's presence but it least it's in the building...someone may like it right?!


Anyway, Thomas Keller was there and everyone got a copy of his new book, ad hoc at home; which I'm already reading and salivating over.