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2010 Classic Wines Auction

Posted: Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:19:31 +0000

Welcome back from another hugely successful, stressful, and chaotic weekend {AKA. Classic Wines Auction}! This is one of our all time favorite events each year – not only because it’s so gorgeous and extravagant, but because it benefits so many worthy causes. We love being a part of the visionary process and we’re so thankful to everyone who pitched in to help and all of the attendees who helped raise 2.3 million dollars!

Here’s a glimpse of what setting up a huge event is like…

Click here for a video of set up!
Erica Hartman Photography

Posted: Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:50:27 +0000

Hi all!

Just wanted to take a moment to share with you a few of the fun pictures that Erica was able to shoot of my little family. They turned out so great! Keep in mind that she’s honoring her complimentary session with a $100 print commitment!

Thanks Erica!
New stuff to love

Posted: Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:41:11 +0000

Ok, so we’ve recently come across a few things that we feel we must share with you…

1) Fancy pants at Marios

Last weekend we participated in Bridgeport Village’s first annual bridal event and we were so lucky to get teamed up with Marios! Yes, the flowers looked yummy in their gorgeous showroom but even more exciting was a super cool tuxedo that we found (called Isiai). I was so worried that some of the water from one of the bridal bouquets would get onto the tux until the salesgirl literally picked up the bouquet and shook water right onto it (YIKES!). I was horrified until I watched as little beads of water formed and rolled right off – leaving the fabric pristine and perfect.

Naturally, I wish that I could live in this stunning and crafty outfit but alas, I don’t look that great in menswear. NOT TO WORRY! They then showed me Brunello Cucinelli waterproof cashmere coats (for men and women!) and I am sold. Yes, this purchase means that I will receive no Christmas nor Birthday presents for the next 5 years but the warmth and convenience of this coat will last a lifetime. For more info call Mario’s at 503.601.7310

2) Erica Hartman Photography – SPECIAL

Erica is a photographer who recently moved here from LA and she’s a blast! On Sunday she made a house call for a much needed family photog session. She was up for anything and was super creative – she had even scouted a few places around Laurelhurst before hand – and we ended up climbing trees and posing on walls… keeping my teenagers entertained and making sure that we have memories that articulate our easygoing lifestyle.

And because Erica is so awesome… she wants to extend a special deal for our friends (really, when’s the last time you had a family photo taken?)!

Here’s the deal: all Photo Sessions are complimentary (family, product or venue) with a $100 print order commitment, due at the time of booking. Everyone who books will also receive a DVD of Low Resolution ‘Share Me’ files that are great for sharing with friends, family and new clients via the web.

To schedule yours today email Erica at erica@ericahartmanphotography.com and be sure to mention that you heard about it from us (that’s how the SPECIAL works!).

Still wondering if you should do it? Take a look at her portfolio here!

3) DeArmond Estates

It’s hard to believe that this place is actually in the Northwest. It needs no words to explain why we love it but we can’t resist mentioning that it reminds us of the Secret Garden (it even has a conservatory on the grounds) and it feels just as magical when you’re there. They are accepting reservations for weddings and other events but you might have to get in line – this place is the newest “it” place for summer weddings for sure! Click here to check it out!

4) Le Cookie Monkey

The name alone makes us smile but when owner/pastry whiz , Amber Darrington, brought us some samples last week we couldn’t get those goofy grins off our face! Delightful and tiny these little treats made our day. Amber makes cookies, cupcakes, cakes (including wedding cake!), and various delightful and whimsical goodies. And not only were they yummy but her prices are great too… just what the doctor ordered in this economy!
Left Bank Annex – Portland’s coolest new venue!

Posted: Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:41:02 +0000

Happy Friday! We’re off and running this morning trying to pick up the pieces from last nights “test” event at the Left Bank Annex. In case you haven’t heard, this is a spectacular new, urban venue near the Rose Garden which features exposed concrete, elevated lounge areas, TONS of windows for gorgeous light, flat screen tv’s, salvaged doug fir, and over 14,000 sqft of room for your imagination! This “raw, industrial, pre-war building” is simply stunning and very Portland!

According to the folks at LB, The Leftbank Annex is an extension of the Leftbank Project, which was created to provide work space for Portland’s mission-focused community. In its past, the Annex was a machine shop for WWII airplane parts that grew, literally, into the home of its previous owner, the eccentric inventor Dean Child. Read more on the history here.

As we mentioned before, we spent yesterday alongside hundreds of other vendors as we prepared for the “test debut” so that by the time YOU rent the space for next event, all will be flawlessly executed! Almost 350 RSVP’s came in and the night was a huge success!

Here’s a peek of what our set up looked like before anyone arrived… Enjoy!
Koin 6 – Keep it Local for Valentine’s Day

Posted: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 22:07:41 +0000

Click here to watch Kim’s latest segment on KOIN 6 where she teaches Jenny Hansson to make her own sexy, Valentine arrangements!
Portland Deals!!

Posted: Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:16:34 +0000

OMG. We made a big boo-boo and ordered 5,000 stems of spray roses (instead of 500!) so now we’re stuck in “Rose Land” and hoping that the City of Roses will help us out…

We’re selling each bunch (10 stems/bunch) at cost – - that’s $4.50/bunch. Yup, it’s a steal. By far THE BEST DEAL IN TOWN this week. The only catch is it’s cash & carry and when they’re gone, they’re gone.

We’re at 555 SW Oak St in the US Bancorp tower (head upstairs for happy hour at Portland City Grill after you pick up your roses!). See you soon!
More Valentine’s Inspiration

Posted: Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:32:46 +0000

We are literally knee-deep in flowers that are arriving from all over the world today {and we should be processing and cleaning them} but we couldn’t resist the urge to procrastinate just long enough to create something with these gorgeous blooms to entice your senses…

Now back to work we go!
Valentine’s Inspiration

Posted: Thu, 04 Feb 2010 22:13:03 +0000

Here are some ideas to grease your wheels… we love making custom arrangements for our beloved customers. Consider it our Valentine’s present to you!

If you have an idea for something fabulous, or you see something you like, give us a call! We’ll be happy to help – but don’t forget to mention “Flowers for Haiti” so that we can donate 10% of your order total to Mercy Corps relief fund.
Eco-centerpieces

Posted: Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:54:09 +0000

Hi everyone! Today we filmed a quick little segment with Hybrid Moon and Cherie Ronning to air on an upcoming episode of Weddings Portland Style (Saturday mornings at 9am starting February 6th!). Kim demonstrates how to decorate your table and be frugal and green – all in the same breath.

We’ll keep you posted when the segment will air!
VIDEO: Eco-friendly Mock Up

Posted: Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:07:37 +0000

Click here to watch as Kim does a mock up for a big, eco-friendly event!