The Blooming Idea Blog

  • Angles and Texture

    One of our favorite things to do at the shop is come up with new, distinctive and creative ways to use flowers to accentuate any event. Combining different textures with sharp angles gave these tablescapes a very masculine and dramatic aura.

    We also used the same idea in two tall coordinating arrangements with the equisitem, pin cushion protea, james storii orchids, and varigated flax leaves.

  • Congratulations...

    ... to Tricha Stapelton!

    She recieved our free bouquet from our monthly bouquet givaway! We look forward to creating something beautiful for you! Please email us at FrancesE@thebloomingidea.com to recieve your gift certificate.

    We appreciate your feedback so keep commenting for your chance to win a free bouquet! Winner will be announced the 1st of every month.
  • Happy Halloween

    Wishing you all a very safe and happy haunting!
  • A Tablescape For Royalty

    Draping mango calla lilies, funky curly willow, twisted bells of Ireland, feathered peach roses, and copper accents created this beautiful tablescape for the Kings Table at the Carlton Woods.
  • Screams of autumn


    Inspired by texture and movement, this piece was all about the curves! Simple pops of yellow kept it bright and interesting, but the structure is the true focal point of this piece; encamsilating movement, rhythm, and fluidity. We emphasized the structure by adding flowers that would accentuate the curves, not overpower or distract.

    Movement is a key aspect in a piece that is less about being full...
  • Carlton Woods Member Guest Event 2009

    Lushious, Luxurious, Vulumptuous & Stunning...

    ...happens to be the most appropriate way to describe our latest event at the Carlton Woods. Using solid silver standards and bowls filled to capacity with the most luxurious white and ivory flowers, they filled the room with an overwhelming sense of royalty.

    In addition to over 40 centerpieces we also created a beautiful table scape for the Champions...
  • Interfaith Event at the Carlton Woods

    Going Green has become a very popular theme in almost every aspect of life. There has been an extreme turn towards taking care of our planet, and doing all we can to preserve it, and change our wasteful ways. Here at the shop we strive to use the "un-useable" materials in everyday arrangements, we recycle vases, and encourage our clients to rent any of our amazing glassware, wright iron, solid...
  • It's Time To Party

    It's only the second week of October and we've had over 20 events! Needless to say we are excited for the chance to make some gorgeous arrangements; here's a sneak peak:
  • Southerns Christmas Show with Jim Granger

    A few weeks ago we made another treck down to one of our wholesalers to see the first of many Christmas shows. During October our local wholesalers host a number of featured designers to show off the newest and most glamorous Christmas decor. Christmas for the floral industry starts in October!

    We shopped for Christmas goodies and beautiful decorations for the shop, so make sure to come by and see...
  • Giveaway of the Month


    We love creating beautiful pieces for our clients to enjoy, but what's even better is hearing what you think! So we've decided to do a monthly bouquet giveaway for one of our loyal readers! All you need to do is leave a comment on any post from October and at the end of the month we will make a random drawning for a free bouquet of beautiful seasonal flowers! Your comment should include the...
  • September Weddings

    September was a month full of rich colors and beautiful brides. Here are a few pictures from our many events:


    Bouquets

    Ceremony Decor


    Centerpieces


    Cakes


  • Seasonal Changes at the Carlton Woods

    With each change of season we redesign a beautiful dried arrangement for a grand foyer table at the Carlton Woods. This seasons creation is full of movement with vibrant oranges and feather accents. Each week we bring over fresh cylinders with swirled leaves of every kind, and a coordinating floating gerbera daisy. It is the perfect touch of color to coordinate with the beautiful fall tones of...