My bride Libby has the word bud in her last name. The family uses the saying "This Bud's For You" as an inside family joke. The family has printed the saying on t-shirts and it was the theme for one of their past parties. I think Libby even wore the T-shirt for her fiance as a fun little present to him. The term took on new life and meaning when it came time to discuss the flowers with me. I could not resist using it as my blog title.  So, no, I do not have beer chilling in my flower cooler, I am way to busy for that.

 

Libby wanted a very simple and elegant approach to her floral design. The wedding is taking place in a barn in Loudoun County. I will give you location and professional images after the big day. I try not to disclose where my pretty brides are going to be, it just seems safer that way. The simple elements, twine, burlap, and mason jars, are absolutely perfect for this venue.

 

 
Libby envisioned a small baby's breath kissing ball for her flower girl. She wanted the ball tied with twine. This project turned out adorable, but as expected it took forever to create. It was probably 100 little insertions.

 

We picked up the "this buds for you" theme again by using only one sweet little bud in the mens boutonnieres. I love the the twine wrap on these pieces it absolutely made them special.

 

We made a bout of just baby's breath for the groom. Libby will be carrying a bouquet of only baby's breath.

 

Each maid will carry a bouquet that features a particular blossom. The maid of honor will carry a bouquet that brings each of those blossoms together.

 

Centerpieces will be a mix of mason jars and unique bottles. I really look forward to delivering this wedding and seeing my bride in her wedding dress.

Time for a little shut eye.