Wonderful World of Weddings 2017

After all of the holiday engagements, January marks the start of wedding planning for many. Brides-to-be are busy gathering ideas about their upcoming nuptials, and what better place to be inspired than the Wonderful World of Weddings show at State Fair Park in West Allis. Here, vendors from every corner of the wedding world gather to show off their wares and services, hoping to attract the attention of brides.
We look forward to this show every year, and always put our best foot forward.  Everyone here at Bank of Flowers had a part in the show, from the concept design for the booth, gathering of items to display, the flower designs, and even the set-up and take-down of the booth.  It's all hands on deck for events like this.
Shop owner Melissa Maas and director of operations Ceci Scheuber talked to so many wonderful ladies and their families, it was an amazing weekend!

Wendy Kaye Walker
Bank of Flowers

Thanksgiving Centerpieces Galore!

The smell of freshly baked pies and fall leaves covering the yard are signs that Thanksgiving is almost here!  This is a time to remind us of all of the blessings that fill our lives.  As we gather with our friends and family this Thanksgiving, why not enjoy each others company surrounded by beautiful fresh flowers?!
Vivid orange roses and gerbera daisies, burgandy hypericum berries and mums, and tufts of bright autumn leaves are sure to illuminate any table.  Here at Bank of Flowers, we carry many different autumn containers such as ceramic pumpkins and pots adorned with maple leaves.  We would love to help "dress" your table this Thanksgiving, so if the turkey, dressing and pie are already checked off the shopping list, bring the flowers!

Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving from my family to yours!

Krista Roskopf
~Manager, Menomonee Falls
Bank of Flowers

DIY Pumpkin Centerpiece

We enjoyed making these centerpieces so much for a recent bride!  I can't wait to design my very own and use it for Halloween or Thanksgiving!  To help create your design, I took pictures along the way. I hope this inspires you!

The first step is to pick out a small to medium-sized pumpkin that sits level on a table.  Find a short, but fairly wide vase that will fill the opening you've carved out.  Pre-soak a square of Oasis wet floral foam and place it inside of the vase.  Scoop out the pumpkin guts with a large spoon.  If the vase doesn't fit inside of your pumpkin just right, you can use pieces of styro-foam to prop up your vase so it fits snug.  Top off the wet foam-filled vase with water.

Now comes the fun part!  I started by inserting various greens into the wet foam to cover it up and give a nice base.  Next, I placed the focal flowers to establish the overall shape and size of the arrangement.  After placing the focals, I filled the spaces between with flowers like assorted fall mums and alstromeria.

As a finishing touch, I added preserved fall leaves around the base of the arrangement and in the middle.  This step creates more interest and made the arrangement pop!  To keep your pumpkin arrangement fresh longer, store it in the refrigerator or a cool garage or basement when you are not enjoying it, and don't forget to water it!
Good luck and Enjoy!!

Krista Roskopf
~Menomonee Falls Manager
Bank of Flowers

A Wonderful Wedding Show!

Wonderful World of Weddings
State Fair Park
West Allis, WI
January 9th - 10th, 2016

It's hard to think of summer wedding flowers in January, but yes...it's time...time to start prepping and planning for those warm weather nuptials!   Bank of Memories & Flowers was proud and excited to be a part of the 2016 Wonderful World of Weddings show last weekend at State Fair Park.  Our booth featured a wide selection of stunning wedding bouquets, from simple and elegant, to over-the-top wildflowers with an abundance of colors and textures.

If you didn't get a chance to attend the show and visit us at our booth...here's what you missed!

Congratulations to everyone who recently got engaged!  We look forward to meeting you and helping make your wonderful wedding dreams come true!

Wendy Kaye Walker
Floral Designer
Bank of Memories & Flowers

It's not a Feast without the Flowers!

Whether you are hosting, or traveling to be with family this holiday, there's no better way to say Happy Thanksgiving to your loved ones then by bringing a festive fall centerpiece to dress the table.

The rich tones of fall add a warmth and pop of color and texture that makes the holiday meal truly festive.  Lovely lilies, sunny sunflowers, vibrant orange roses, and even the amazing giant kale mixed with fun fall textures really make these Thanksgiving centerpieces the perfect gift.

You've got your turkey, the stuffing, and the pie...don't forget your centerpiece, because it's not a feast without the flowers!

I am truly thankful this holiday season for my amazing family, friends, and shop customers I consider as close as family.  You all make the world a brighter place, and we would not still be here at Bank of Memories & Flowers without our amazing customers and our team here at the store.  Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Krista Roskopf, Manager
Bank of Memories, Menomonee Falls

Make Your Table Sparkle!

Hello dear friends and a Merry Ho Ho Ho to you!

Well, it's that time of the year to deck the halls and this includes your table! Stumped on what to do this year to add festive charm to your holiday meal? We wanted to share with you some gorgeous holiday centerpiece ideas. Don't worry...you still have some time to order your decor if you haven't already. Get inspired by our favorite work that is sure to impress your guests and put a smile on your face long after they've gone!

"Gift of Blooms" Bouquet -  $42.98

This lovely, petite arrangement is perfect for smaller tables or when used in pairs at opposite ends of a larger one. The adorable glass cube is reminiscent of a classy Christmas gift and is decked out with ornaments and a decorative bow to match.

"Elegant Wishes" Bouquet - $62.98
This arrangement is just as classy as it is shiny! The silver goblet-style vase is truly unique and will be the talk of your table. Pure white lilies, sprigs of fresh pine and classic red roses are among the beauties which make this arrangement perfect for your holiday dinner.

 "A Pop of Cranberries" Bouquet - $64.98
Classicaly unique, this arrangement combines numerous textures as well as the element of seasonal cranberries floating in the vase. The ornaments and bow add the perfect festive touch while the tulips and hydrangea will put a smile on your guests' faces as they think of warmer days gone by!

 "Island Christmas" Arrangement - $74.98

 This arrangement is the perfect blend of classy elegance and fun, unique elements. The protea and curly willow add a tropical feel while the traditional greenery and red roses echo the colors of the season. This arrangement is done in a green wooden container which can be used again and again.

The possibilities are endless -- if none of these seem to be right for your table, give us a call or stop in and we'll happily create a custom centerpiece for you. We'd love to be a part of your celebration!

Krista, Menomonee Falls manager

Kayla + Mike = Wedding Day

Ceremony: The Gazebo at Western Lakes Golf Club, Pewaukee
Reception: Western Lakes Golf Club, Pewaukee
Florist: Bank of Memories, Pewaukee
Month: May

One of the first weddings of our summer season was held at Western Lakes Country Club in Pewaukee this past May. Kayla and Mike had both their ceremony and reception on the grounds of this gorgeous golf course -- the day was truly as beautiful as the setting!

Kayla had chosen Tiffany blue dresses for her bridesmaids and a navy blue dress for her maid of honor. The bridesmaid bouquets consisted of a striking combination of white hydrangeas, white lilies and blue Bom Dendrobium orchids. These orchids are carefully dyed, allowing them to radiate a brilliant blue hue that darkens as it nears the petal edges -- they were exquisite when paired with bridesmaid dresses! Kayla's bouquet also had the white hydrangeas, white lilies and blue Bom orchids as well as peach hypericum berries and white stephanotis accented with rhinestone centers. All gentlemen in the wedding party wore a single blue Bom orchid which made an incredible impact against the black backdrop of the tux.

 

The colors and feel of the wedding was carried through to the gazebo where two brilliant floral pieces adorned either side. Shepherds hooks with hanging vases of white hydrangeas and more blue Bom orchids adorned the walkway and then later doubled as centerpieces for the reception. Each table at the reception was enhanced with one of three centerpiece styles: the hanging vases from the ceremony, a bubble bowl with a floating candle and orchid blossoms, or three candles of varying sizes surrounded by Tiffany colored pebbles.

The orchids were also incorporated onto the cake knife as well as the toss bouquet. And perhaps one of the best part of doing weddings for us is those who think to send us a formal thank you once it is all over and done. Susan (the bride's mom and also the photographer of many of these incredible photos) recently sent us this:

It truly makes it all worth while!

From all of us at Bank of Memories & Flowers in Pewaukee, we thank Kayla and Mike for the opportunity to be a part of their wonderful day and wish them many many many years of happiness together!