Rose of Sharon Floral Designs: Cooper Chapel

I'm in love with carnations this year! Earlier this month we worked with a bride from Texas on this white and green wedding. The combination of Dendrobium Orchids, Baby's Breath, Bear Grass and Carnations turned out beautifully. Check out the foliage 'bows' we created for the ceremony and reception, as well.

Ceremony Location: Mildred B Cooper Chapel, Bella Vista

Reception Location: Bella Vista Country Club

What the bride had to say: You will never go wrong using Rose of Sharon! Althea went above and beyond and made our ceremony absolutely beautiful! We had rave reviews on our decorations of the chapel, of the reception at the Bella Vista, Country Club, of the bouquets, boutonnieres and all the flowers. Aletha even went above and beyond and delivered candles to the reception that got lost in the shuffle! The wedding party told me how friendly and helpful she was, even making a boutonniere for someone she thought should have one! We can't brag big enough on Rose of Sharon!!!! We recommend them to all!!!!

"The architectural aspects of this
impressive design, coupled with the
beauty outside, can't help but take
your breath away..."

The Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel (Cooper Chapel) in Bella Vista is one of the area's most beautiful wedding locations. The chapel, designed by E. Fay Jones, is nestled in the Ozark woods overlooking one of Bella Vista's many lakes. The chapel is open to the public, but can also be reserved for weddings and other events.

The Garden Room (215 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville) has long been a favorite of mine for weddings and receptions. The back garden, which seats 100, is perfect for extending the dining area (seats 130) or hosting a small wedding ceremony. Inside has beautiful wood beams, high ceilings, wonderful full-length windows looking out to the garden, and tons of unique details that come together for a beautiful and unusual location. Plus, the staff is easy to work with and extremely helpful!

Kristen and Clarke chose these two locations for their wedding and reception--a perfect combo for this couple! From the Converse sneakers worn by both the bride and groom to the polka-dot accents, this couple truly made their wedding their own!

The colors were bright yellow and charcoal gray with green accents. When I first met with Kristen, she told me that she wanted to avoid 'traditional' flowers. No roses, orchids, carnations, iris, or lilies were to be used. Instead we used Billy Balls, Gerbera Daisies, and French Tulips.

Because Kristen didn't want the usual hand-tied bouquet or a traditional cascading bouquet, we created a trailing bouquet of yellow French Tulips tied with a wide gray ribbon. The bouquet was carried at her side, rather than held in front.

And for her attendants, we designed a custom hand-made clutch in gray (created by Eileen Jennings) with a yellow floral accent that could be removed. The clutches were presented as gifts to the attendants as well. Eileen's quirky design style was a great fit for Kristen.

At the reception, we brought in dark grey table runners and placed a mix-match of vases with yellow Gerbera Daisies (to keep with the polka-dots) and Sticherus--one of my favorite foliages. The overall look was cheerful, playful, and fun!

Congratulations, Kristen and Clarke!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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Photo Credits:
Cooper Chapel: http://www.beautifulbellavista.com/chapel.htm
The Garden Room: http://www.gardenroomcatering.com/
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