Some more Junior- Senior Prom work 2010

Some of my favorite prom flowers this spring. Lots of great colors, styles, and designs. I can hardly wait for the winter balls to start. I wonder what will be the popular color this year? Will keep you posted in the coming months.

Proms & Weddings

Spring is in the air & it was evident by our beautiful California weather on Sunday. Spring is all about proms, weddings, & graduation.. I love this time of year. Flowers are plentiful with many varieties readily available. Lots of great products for wedding work. Something I love to do and specialize in.

And at this time of year junior and senior balls are happening just about every weekend, form until t early June. High School couples usually order a wristlets, boutonnière, & some even order garters. We usually match ribbons to dress color which compliments all 3 items very well. Personalization ribbon is also popular. There is a basic style I usually follow, but for some reason, each wristlet and garter becomes unique and different from each other. Everyone, including myself , wants to be different, and not the same. So far the popular color this year is Royal blue. At the end of the season. I will let you know the popular colors.

Although weddings happen every day, Spring and Summer comes in first, with Fall coming in a close 2nd. Wedding work can be stressful if you are not organized but it's the most rewarding job I love to do. Wedding coordinating is also part of the business that is enjoyable. You get to interact with so many people from so many different places. I've learned alot about so many people in this business. I wouldn't trade one moment of it.

February Flowers

Now that Valentines is over and lots of flowers and candies have been bought by many, please don't wait to purchase flowers again. Remember, the gift of flowers is special for the receiver. So next time you don't know what to purchase that person who has everything but means the world to you, buy them a beautiful floral arrangement designed by Sophia and her staff. Don't forget to stop by the Gala Bakery in San Lorenzo for the latest cupcakes and one of a kind cakes. Or order your celebration cake for a birthday, shower, or wedding. And don't forget flowers. Sophiasflowers.com

Cupcake Wednesday

It's cupcake Wednesday, at the Gala Bakery in San Lorenzo. Stop by for our special 75 cent cup cake. It's a regular size cupcake in white or chocolate. But we also have available, Jumbo cupcakes in many yummy flavors, such as Red Velvet, Cookies & Creme, Lemon Drop, and Coffee Bean, just to name a few. While you're at it, pick up some wrapped fresh flowers or a cup arrangement for that special someone or yourself. If you don't find what you're looking for, call me as I have more flowers available daily
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San Lorenzo, Arroyo High School Winter Ball special:
Mention this add and receive $2.00 off your winter ball wristlet/Bout or Garter.

Holiday of Love!

This week finds us on the heels of love. Valentines day is Sunday, February 14. We love to show the ones we love just how much we care. Whether it's your wife, husband, girlfriend, mother, or significant other, a gift of flowers and sweets goes a long way.

Now some may say that we don't need a special day to show that person how much we love them, but we do get busy in our lives as time passes by. We believe that everything will remain the same and that tomorrow you'll get her flowers, but we forget. So Valentines is a perfect time to stop putting it off. And whether you like it or not, IT'S EXPECTED!!!

Flowers have different meanings, although I don't think many follow this. Here are a few for pure enjoyment.

Dark Red- Strong true love, symbolizing beauty and perfection.

Red- Romantic love, passion, desire.

White- Purity, family.

Yellow-Joy, happiness, friendship.

Pink- femininity, sweet charm.

Stop by the Gala Shop this week for all your Valentines needs. We have wrapped premium Rose bouquets, various flower arrangements, balloons, cupcakes, cookie bouquets, and delicious red velvet cakes all week.

Flowers at Gala

First day of February with only 13 days left till Valentines Day. Time doesn't stand still for very long does it? Over at The Gala Bakery, it was a busy week with many birthday celebrations. Yummy custom cakes and flowers to match. This is a small sample of arrangements I offer at Gala, on a daily basis. They are quick last minute gifts for that special someone. But if you are looking for a unique custom flower arrangement, please call or email me to place your order. I'm happy to work with you for just the right flowers and colors that you have in mind. Your vison is mine!
Now is the time to order your valentine flowers for anyone on your gift list. A dozen red Roses is the favored gift but we offer other flowers as well. Call today. 510-912-1472 www.Sophiasflowers.com

It's a New Year!!

Happy New Year to all my family, friends, and customers.

December proved to be a very busy month for me and I didn't spend much time on my blogging. But starting now I will keep all of you current on what is happening at Sophia's Flowers & Event Planning.

I will show you the latest flowers I've designed, the weddings I've worked on, as well as the latest trends in flowers and wedding. This is the place to stop by and visit. You can also check out our website at www.Sophiasflowers.com

I recently worked on a casket piece for a dear friend of mine that passed away. She was a simple woman who was 90 years young. Her family wanted flowers that reflected that. I designed the casket spray with on 14 Roses. 11 white and 3 red. There was meaning to the colors and count of flowers but I never knew why, only the family did. I also designed a small 20inch cross with a mix of flowers. Very lovely.

In that same week, I coordinated a wedding at All Saints Church. It really turned out to be a beautiful winter wedding. The colors were eggplant and silver. The flowers were gorgeous and I know I will be getting calls on this lovely bouquet. One thing I thought was really nice were the short jackets the bride and bridesmaids wore at the church. They went so well with the gowns. In all the years I've worked weddings, especially winter ones, I've never seen girls have a jacket to compliment the wedding attire. I think it's a great idea for warmth and it looks good at the same time.

I welcome any and all comments here. Have a great day.