Monday, December 26, 2016

Loren's Sweet Bridal Portrait and Bouquet ~



Loren's Beautiful Bridal Bouquet
Roses, Anemone, Ranunculus,  Hydrangea
Baby's Breath, Eucalyptus, and other Greens

Bridal Bouquet Design by: Wild Bunches, Dripping Springs, TX


 Loren's wedding bouquet was pressed and preserved directly
onto her bridal portrait! ***

She had a little baby's breath in her hair and so I added a bit there, too!

The art is 16x20" and is framed in a dark chocolate custom
frame, which is not pictured.

Photograph by: Amanda Pomilla Photography

 A closer view of the Floral Preservation Art

...she absolutely loved it!!!    A true work of art that they will treasure for years!!  
~Melinda, Mother of the Bride

Thank you, so much, Melinda, for trusting me to preserve your daughter's
gorgeous bridal bouquet! ~Annie, Pressed Garden

***Pressed Garden's Custom Signature Line

All Pressed Flower Art by: Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX

 

Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Wedding Gift for the Bride!

This bridal bouquet is full of beautiful Ivory and Lavender Roses,
Eucalyptus and Wax Flowers!
 
Floral Design by: Cornelius Florist, Tomball, TX
 
 
The flowers are pressed and presented on a Brownstone background
and in an 11x14" white, distressed frame. 
(which was provided by the customer)
The lace and ribbon had been wrapped around the stems.
 
Thank you, so much, Elise, for trusting me to preserve your niece's bridal bouquet!
 
All Pressed Flower Art by: Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX 
 


Monday, December 5, 2016

Remembering Taylor ~

"He (Taylor) was playful and silly, and always loved flirting with the ladies!!"

The following Floral Preservation Art Pieces were made
in memory and honor of Taylor~ 

Lovely Funeral Spray  
Floral Design by: The Last Straw, San Antonio, TX

 
A few flowers were added to stretch the flowers among several pieces of art. 

Lilies, Daisies, Roses, Carnations, Blue Delphinium and Fern.
Ribbon from the original funeral spray tucked in.
I love the sentiment that Mom and Dad added
from one of my favorite songs from "Bread.
16x20" walnut frame, light blue background 


 These flowers were arranged around a favorite poem.
11x14" Sage green background and walnut frame.






 These flowers were arranged with a photo of Taylor.
The photo had alot of red, yellow and blue so, the colors of the flowers
really complimented the photo.
11x14" Barnwood frame and a light yellow background. 

 Tear-shaped Beveled Glass Ornaments for loved ones.
Various flowers arranged on a blue or yellow background.
Ribbon from the funeral spray in the background of each.

Thank you again, you exceeded every expectation, and you are truly gifted! I will cherish these flowers forever!! ~ Suzy, Taylor's Mom

Suzy, It was a privilege to be a small part of Taylor's story, Thank you...
Annie, Pressed Garden
All Pressed Flower Art by Annie Smith of Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX



Friday, November 25, 2016

Emily's Lovely Bridal Bouquet ~


Emily's beautiful bridal bouquet of Roses, Ranunculus,
Hydrangea, Eucalyptus and Dusty Miller!

Floral Design by: Stems Floral of Austin, TX

 The bouquet has been pressed and presented on a black background
and in an 11x14" black frame.  Bits of lace peek out around the
edges.  The lace decorated the stems, and came from the
Mother of the Bride's wedding dress!

Beveled Glass Ornaments made from petals, and lace from 
the Mother's wedding dress!

Small Rose Petal Pendant made from one of the roses in the bouquet, 
given to the flower girl as a gift!

Thank you so much, Susan, for trusting me with Emily's beautiful flowers!
~Annie, Pressed Garden 

All Pressed Flower Art by: Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX


Thursday, November 10, 2016

Tracey's Beautiful Bouquet is Pressed Garden's 400th Bouquet!!!

Beautiful Bridal Bouquet of 4 types of Roses, 
Calla Lilies, Freesia, Stock and Eucalyptus! 

Tracey chose to have her flowers pressed and presented 
on a sandstone background, in an 11x14" mahogany frame.  
Featured at the bottom is the typed out marriage proposal that he wrote to her! 

Thank you so much, Tracey, for trusting Pressed Garden to
transform your flowers into an heirloom! ~Annie
 
All Pressed Flower Art by: Annie Smith ~ Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX 


 

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Sarah's Rich, Vintage Bridal Bouquet~

Amnesia Roses, Peonies, Burgundy Dahlias, Pink Dahlia, Chocolate Pin Cushion, 
Star of Bethlehem, Stock, Lisianthus, Yarrow, Eucalyptus and Geranium Leaves 
make up Sarah's beautiful bridal bouquet!

Floral Design by: Blackbird Floral, Austin, TX

 8x10" is a little bit of a squeeze, but I got a little of everything in there! 
Background Color: Ivory and Frame: Barnwood

Thank you, Sarah, for trusting Pressed Garden to preserve your lovely bridal bouquet!
~Annie, Pressed Garden

All Pressed Flower Art by: Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX 

Tuesday, October 18, 2016


Kim's lush, pale bouquet of white Peonies, White Roses, Pink Peonies, Pink Roses, Alstilbe, Lisianthus and Dusty Miller!

 Floral Design by: Isbill Floral, Cleveland, TN 
Photograph by: Daisy Moffatt

 Kim chose to have her bouquet pressed and presented on a 
"Barely Pink" background and in an 11x14" silver frame.

 Hey Annie,  Aww, it’s perfection! Kerry is so happy…more tears of joy. 
Thanks again, we’ll be showing it around to the florist & 
place where we had the reception. 
You have a wonderful, precious talent! Thanks again!
~Kim, Mother of the Bride

Oh, Kim, The pleasure was all mine! 
~Annie, Pressed Gardeb

All Pressed Flower Art by: Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX 

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Lucious Shades of Peach ~


Casey's lovely peach and green bridal bouquet of David Austin Roses, Regular Roses, Bush Roses, Dusty Miller, Stock, Eucalyptus, Willow and Pittsosporum. 

Fresh Bouquet Design by:Bouquets of Austin, Austin, TX


  Casey chose to have her bridal pressed and preserved by Pressed Garden. 
 Her flowers are on a black background and in an 8x10 black frame!




 Thank you, Casey, for the pleasure of preserving your gorgeous bouquet!
~Annie, Pressed Garden 

All Pressed Flower Art by Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX
www.pressedgarden.com  

Sunday, October 2, 2016

Amanda's Classic Romantic Bridal Bouquet ~

Amanda with her fragrant, gorgeous bridal bouqeut!
Peonies, Hydrangea, Roses, Ranunculus, Baby's Breath

Floral Designs by Luanna at Clara Designs.

 Amanda's bouquet has been pressed and preserved
on a "Fieldstone" background and in an
11x14" gold frame.
A brass plate is engraved with their wedding date!

Thank you, Kathie, for trusting Pressed Garden to preserve your daughters 
gorgeous bridal bouquet! ~Annie, Pressed Garden 
 
All Pressed Flower Art by Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX
 
 

Saturday, September 24, 2016

Happy 20th Wedding Anniversary!

These Beautiful Yellow, Red and White Roses were a 
20th Anniversary Gift from Judy to her friends.
Floral Design by: Freytags, Austin, TX 

Pressed Garden pressed the flowers, and preserved them
onto an ivory background and in an 11x14" barnwood frame.
The Brass Plate was engraved with scripture.
"Precious Annie ~ Thank you so very much for all the hard and beautiful work 
that went into these memorable works of art! 
You are loved and treasured! God bless you!" ~Judy 
(I have the sweetest customers!)
The pleasure was all mine, Judy!  
Thank you for being such a fun and gracious customer!
....well, I should say, friend! ~Annie 

All Pressed Flower Art by Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX

Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Shana's Lush Vintage Bridal Bouquet ~

Shana carried this white bouquet with lush greens spilling over.
 
White Roses, Lisianthus, Freesia, Dusty Miller, Eucalyptus and Willow
 
  Bouquet design by: Schatzi and Betty at Duvall Flowers and Gifts, Duvall Flowers & Gifts, Monroe, WA
 
 
Shana chose to have her bouquet preserved by Pressed Garden!
Her flowers are pressed and presented on a Dawn Gray background, 
in an 11x14" barnwood frame. The groom's bout is in the corner!

 "Thank you so much! It is even more beautiful than I imagined!! ~Shana, Bride

The pleasure was all mine, Shana!  ~ Annie, Pressed Garden

Monday, September 12, 2016

Jessica's Rich, Vibrant Bridal Bouquet ~

Jessica's bridal bouquet of Lilies, Callas, Circus Roses and Salidago!

Floral Design by: Angie of Evember
Photographer: Capture Your Bliss Photograph

 Jessica had Pressed Garden press and preserve her wedding flowers.
She provided extra lilies that were a little darker in color
The boutonniere is in the corner!

12x16" Barnwood Frame and White Background

Rose Petal Pendants, made from the best Circus Rose Petals in the bouquet!

 Thank you, Jessica, for the pleasure of preserving this richly colored bouquet!
~Annie, Pressed Garden 
All Pressed Flower Art by Annie Smith, Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX 

Thursday, September 1, 2016

Shelby's Soft Peachy-Pink Fragrant Bouquet ~




Shelby's fragrant bridal bouquet of Roses, Peonies, Ranunculus, 
Alstilbe, Carnations, 
Eucalyptus and Dusty Miller Leaves! 
 Floral design by: Special Day Flowers





Shelby chose to have her bridal bouquet pressed and preserved on a 
Stratford Gray background and in an 11x14" barnwood frame.




Heart-shaped Beveled Glass Ornament made from petals left over from her bouquet!



Thank you again for all of your hard work in creating such a beautiful work of art. You are truly talented and I look forward to having my bouquet on display for many years to come. Rest assured that I’ll be passing along your information to any friends who are getting married, as your work is a true treasure that every bride should have! :) 
 ~Shelby, Bride

Shelby, The pleasure was all mine!  Thank you so much! 
~Annie, Pressed Garden

All Pressed Flower Art by Annie Smith ~ Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX

Thursday, August 25, 2016

Camille's Romantic Vintage Bridal Bouquet ~*



Camille carried this lush, vintage bridal bouquet of Tulips,
Roses, Peonies, Statice, Mums, Hypericum Berries and Stock.

Floral Design by: Alyssa of Whim Florals at Camp Lucy


Camille chose to have her bouquet pressed and preserved 
by Pressed Garden, as a surprise for her husband!
 
Her flowers are mounted on a Rose background and in

an 11x14" Silver Oval Frame
Her lush velvet ribbon was included!


The little hearts were found inside the rose buds! 

 Teardrop Beveled Glass Ornaments were made from 
left over flowers from her bouquet!

Rose Petal Pendant made from one perfect rose petal!
 
As it turns out, Camille loved the art so much that she was unable to wait 
until Christmas to surprise her husband, but showed him right away! 


So I couldn't wait....My husband, Sean, and everyone I've showed the final product to, has been in awe of your work - including other professional artists in the Austin area...I just wanted to thank you again for taking so much care to create a work of art that will be in my home forever.  I truly appreciate that and can't wait to give the ornaments at Christmas.
~Camille, Bride

It has been such a pleasure working with you and creating all these keepsakes!  Thank you so much, Camille! ~ Annie, Pressed Garden 

All Pressed Flower Art by: Annie Smith ~ Pressed Garden, LLC, Austin, TX