A {FLASH DEAL} for you my friends. :)

This morning, I shipped out this custom necklace and earring set to a bride in Ohio. This set will be available in my shop soon but before it is, I wanted to offer my blog and FB followers a special discount as well as a first glimpse.
  For a few days only, you can get a custom set for yourself for ONLY $12 + shipping before it arrives to the shop! You can choose your colors of fabric, colors of chain for the necklace (silver, gold or brass) and choice of beads (purple, aqua, turquoise, pink, silver, black, pearl or brown).

All you have to do is comment or email me (kaylanicole0317[at]aol.com) with your Paypal email! It would also be nice (although not mandatory) if you can share my blog or FB page somewhere on any of your sites. Please & Thank You!

Floral Design class update

This past week in floral design class, we created an asymmetrical arrangement using carnations, daisies, larkspur, statice, ming fern and myrtle. It was supposed to be a slight "L" shape and although I thought my arrangement was looking like it was supposed to, I look at the photos and it doesn't really look asymmetrical to me. It may be because I took these photos a few days after I made the arrangement and some of the flowers actually changed their facing direction.
Either way, I really enjoyed this week in floral class! I feel like I'm beginning to be more comfortable with placing flowers in floral foam and using up its surface area wisely. I loved working with the different textures and colors of the flowers and foliage as well! They really welcomed the first day of Spring (which is the day we created this design).
When I was done, I gave this arrangement to my mother in law to celebrate her "birth week." She had a few different events throughout the week for her birthday so the day we went roller skating, I surprised her with this. :)

How have you welcomed Spring? 

Recently (new orders, new glasses, wedding course update + the park)

Recently,

*I have been extra busy with the shop creating and sending out orders. I LOVE my job!
*I decided on a final design for my new business cards and sent in my order.

*I officially completed lesson one of my Wedding/Event Planning course (with an A+) and I am just about done with lesson 2. This lesson goes into more detail about the beginning stages of planning a wedding from the guest list to invitations to starting a timetable.

Each time I listen to the audio for the lesson, I feel so drawn in. I get to listen to an experienced planner who is based out of New York which is even more compelling because one of my goals is to visit NY in the near future--hence this mug I bought from Target as a reminder.

* I received my new glasses in the mail from Firmoo! This time, I opt for the "geek chic" look with the larger lenses. When I opened the packaging, to my surprise, they even came with a case and repair kit!
After I put them on, I really loved how comfortable they fit, their durability and the way they look when I wear them. To be honest, I prefer to wear them over my other lenses from the Dr.s office!
You can get your first pair for free with the cost of shipping and feel them for yourself. :)

*With the weather warming up, my husband and I took our handsome little man to the park where he tried to feed the ducks but picked up the bread off the floor instead and ate it, played on the swings with daddy and even threw lots of wood chips around.

LOVE LOVE LOVE my little family! Thank you Jesus!

My week is treating me pretty well and I hope yours is too!
Have a beautiful (almost) weekend!!

New business cards + I need your opinions {please}!

I am in the middle of creating my new business cards and I want your opinions! I have been going a little crazy trying to figure out what I want my layouts (new website, blog + shops) and my business cards to look like. I know that I want a simple yet fun and feminine design so I have been doing everything on my own with the help of a free trial from Photoshop. I'm sure in the future, I will definitely invest in the professionals when it comes to graphic design but for now, my little skills will have to do. Here is what I came up with.

This back side?

Or this back side?

 If I gave you my business card, what would your first impressions be?

P.S. My new website will be done by the end of the month. I have been pretty busy but my goal is to FINISH it by April 1st!

A message to my readers + THANK YOU

I'm sure most of you have heard about Google Reader being discontinued after July 2013. I'm not too happy about it-just like several other bloggers and followers. Although I signed this petition, I guess I just have to set up everything with Bloglovin'. I have already transferred all of my subscriptions and I hope you do as well!
Thank you to all of my wonderful followers! I love you friends!
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This week in Floral Design + a NEW shop opportunity for my wedding pieces

This week in floral design class, we created another symmetrical triangle arrangement similar to last week but incorporated a St. Patricks theme to it. We used several different types of flowers including daisys, button mums and carnations keeping with the green color palette and adding pops of yellow.

What is usually a 5 hour class, turned into a 6 hour class. Even by staying an extra hour, I didn't really complete my design exactly how I wanted. I was actually pretty frustrated with this arrangement and when I finally walked out of class around 8:30pm, I was exhausted! Honestly, I didn't think flowers could really test your patience very much! lol It's a great learning experience though and I'm so ready for next weeks assignment when we create an asymmetrical piece.

In other news...
I was informed about this amazing site just for brides where they can easily browse and purchase anything and everything for their wedding right from home! It's called Cloud Parade. If you haven't heard of it, you will seriously wonder why you haven't. I know I did!
Anyway, the day I discovered Cloud Parade (thanks to my friend Aurora), I submitted an application to become a partner with them and sell my wedding pieces through their site. I recently received an email back saying that my shop has been ACCEPTED and they are excited to see my items on their site (as am I)! So now, I am working on getting my new additional shop up and running. :)
Watch this video and you will fall in love with Cloud Parade like I did!

Cloud Parade from Cloud Parade on Vimeo.
Have a beautiful weekend my friends!

Spring Events {Table Decor}

I am so excited to welcome spring! I love the pretty colors it brings along with soft rays of sunshine and blooming flowers. I can't wait to put some ideas into action for a few events!
Here is a bit of inspiration for your lovely spring dates.

Peaches are soo pretty as decor! I swoon over peach details. :)

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A single rose with babys breath adds such a feminine touch to any place setting. That fabric is gorgeous too!

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I love how the tulips are placed in this arrangement. They are so care free and create a playful elegant setting. This color combo has got to be my favorite as well!

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A brunch in the orchards? Yes please!!

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I have never really liked tall centerpieces because it's hard to interact with others on the opposite side of the table but with a beautiful airy blossom branch, it still allows everyone to communicate amongst each other. Not to mention, it's very pretty as well!

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This branch chandelier is GORGEOUS! Enough said.

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Do you have any upcoming events this season? If so, what ideas and color palettes are you incorporating?