Friday
29Jan2010

A Bride's Guide to Floral Consutlations

Did you know that the holidays mark the biggest engagement season of the year? It is estimated that 1/3 of engagements happen during this prime time, which is why I thought it appropriate to prepare the many newly engaged couples with a quick and easy guide to floral design consultations.

 

DO YOUR HOMEWORK

Before you meet with 10 different floral designers and have the headache of having to sort through proposal after proposal, do a little research. My top favorite places for finding great wedding vendors are wedding blogs; try Style Me Pretty, Green Wedding Shoes, Once Wed, Wedding Chicks–and Indie Bliss, of course!), preferred vendor lists from wedding planners or venues, and recommendations from friends and family.

Before you even meet with a floral designer for a consultation, be sure you like their style, that your wedding date is available, and make them aware of any budget concerns. Other helpful information to have before you meet is their average wedding cost, their business philosophy, and their booking policies. Once you have all this information in hand, schedule 2-3 consultations with your favorites.

To see the rest of this article I wrote, head on over to Indie Bliss, the fabulous new blog for inspiration and advice from the top Colorado wedding vendors.  You'll love it.  I promise!

DateFriday, January 29, 2010 | CommentPost a Comment |
Tuesday
12Jan2010

Mustard-White-Charcoal-Black Color Inspiration

Loving this inspiring color palate via Southern Weddings.  Makes me want to do my wedding all over (same groom, same day, just different colors!)  Enjoy this lovely combo and be inspired (:

DateTuesday, January 12, 2010 | Comment3 Comments |
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Wednesday
06Jan2010

Sweet Save the Date Freebie

This was just too sweet to not pass on.  Since DIY seems to be all the rage this year (and last!), I had to pass along this Save the Date gem from Wedding Chicks.  Do you love this Save the Date?  I do!  And just imagine a sweet little pic of you and your-soon-to-be-hubby on the side!  Well, good news ladies:  It's free!  Thanks to the super sweet gals at Wedding Chicks!  All you have to do is buy the paper and the envelope (don't worry, they give you the exact place to buy it), download the design, and choose which method you will use to mark your Save the Date Calender for your special date---you can stamp it with a cute red heart, brad it, or hole punch it.  It's really that easy!  Now get started!

Image by Hugh Forte

P.S.  Have I mentioned how wonderful the Wedding Chicks Blog really is?  You should really head over there now, make it a favorite, and check it regularly!  You will find more DIY Freebies, sweet deals, inspiring real weddings content, and of course great vendors with a sassy flair for weddings!

DateWednesday, January 6, 2010 | Comment3 Comments |
Friday
01Jan2010

Hello 2010!

I know, New Year’s Resolutions are predictable and overdone to some, but I have a confession to make:  I absolutely love making them. The truth is, goal setting and dreaming about what “could be” with a little hard work, a lot of prayer, and a dash of fresh vision makes me giddy.  I never want to be so complacent about my life that I feel as though I could never change, improve, or GROW.  I always want to be growing.  I want to love life.  To live fully, experience the moment, and to live by my passions and values!   So after some hearty self/business examination, I have come up with a few resolutions for Cori Cook Floral Design in 2010 that I feel will foster growth in my business and personal life:

  • In 2010, I am committing to only doing one wedding per weekend.  No exceptions.  I realize this makes me very unique as a floral designer.  Instead of trying to stack the weekend with 3 or 4 weddings, I will be funneling my passion and creativity toward one bride, one wedding, and one gorgeous set of wedding flowers.  Since one of my favorite parts of this job is working with brides, it is my joy to get to know that bride and create a personalized boutique floral design experience that will make her beam on her big day.  
  • In 2010, I am committing to only booking 40 weddings.  While this may seem like a lot or a little to some, I am already a quarter of the way there!  The other 13 weekends of 2010, you will find me traveling, spending quality time with my husband, family, and friends, camping, curled up in a chair with a good book, trying out new recipes, and just enjoying this precious gift of life.  What I also love about this new little resolution, is that as I learn more about myself, I have come to realize that time off spent doing nothing and doing non-work-things-that-I-love keeps me creative, passionate, and joyful.  And no, I will not be blogging, or tweeting on those precious weekends (:
  • In 2010, I am committing to upping my game.  I will not be content with the status quo.  I will always be looking for a better way to do things.   A way to stand out.   A more personalized experience for brides.  A more unique bouquet.  A better design.  I commit to being excellent!

Of course I have set all the regular resolutions too, like kicking soda for good, loosing that pesky 10 pounds, and running a half-marathon.  This year is about fresh starts, new beginnings, and a beautifully blank canvas…what do you want yours to say?!

Happy New Year! 

Warmly,

Cori Cook

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Monday
21Dec2009

Merry Christmas from Cori Cook Floral Design!

On behalf of Cori Cook Floral Design, Merry Christmas!  My prayer is that your Christmas will be filled with peace, joy, and a lot of love!  We are so incredibly grateful for all that happened this year!  As new business owners, we have learned the value of celebrating the successes, so we would like to take this opportunity to share our gratitude list for this year at Cori Cook Floral Design.  Raise your glass of eggnog and celebrate with us!  

OUR GRATITUDE LIST

  • For an incredibly successful 2009---over 30 beautiful weddings and events.  And for recognition of all types like features on Style Me Pretty, Project Wedding, Trendsetting Wedding, and Denver's A-List. Not bad for a first year in a new city!
  • For happy brides and grooms.  I can honestly say that I have NEVER had a bridezilla.  Every bride that I have worked with has been thoughtful, considerate, relaxed, and as inwardly beautiful as they are outwardly.
  • For my incredibly wonderful, handsome, and supportive husband.  I would not be here without his faithful encouragement and support to pursue my dreams despite the odds.  And your flowers would not be there either without his car-packing and delivery-engineering genius.  I love you, babe.
  • Lastly, for every bride that saw something in my work and in me that made you trust me, hire me, and then refer me. I have been blessed to know each of you.  You have truly touched my heart.  

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 

 

Photography by the talented husband and wife duo, Patrick & Michelle of Urban Art Photo.  Check them out!

DateMonday, December 21, 2009 | Comment1 Comment |
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