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Walking the Aisles in NYC

Scouting for gorgeous gifts sounds exotic and exciting, but much of our time in NYC is spent passing by dozens of vendors who offer wares more suited to less 'eclectic' shops than Derby Farm. With interest in sustainable products growing each year, however,  there's some exciting goods created from recycled, reusable, and remade materials.

This year my dear friend Nancy Monson embarked on a search as well, and she wrote up her findings for this Viv Mag Blog.  We've already got the cork ipad cases and decomposition books in, and will be getting some other great "earthy-friendly" products over the next month!

Move Over Ned!

Well, we all do love my husband Ned's delicious truffles, but he's in trouble now that we've met Elaine Hsieh!

EH Chocolatiers, based in Somerville, makes artisan chocolates so beautiful and so delicious that I promised to carry them before finishing my first sampling (courtesy of Shannah Hall, customer extraordinaire and Friend of Elaine).

We're carrying a special Valentine's selection, with just a limited number available, but I'm sure you'll be seeing more of these sweet things in the shop before long!

Love at the deCordova

   

The deCordova Museum and Sculpture Park has been one of my family's favorite gathering spots for birthday celebrations and 'just because' picnics, so I was excited when Audrey asked us to do her wedding flowers. Her beauteous brideliness was captured by photographer Sharona Jacobs, who graciously shared these, and other, photos.

Audrey and Bruce, July 2011

Orchids, Callas and Roses

November wedding colors are a great transition from the oranges of fall to bright Thanksgiving cranberry reds. Jessica had a great vision for her wedding, and we were delighted to help her create the perfect bouquet. Rich maroons, vibrant reds, and varying tones of green make this a perfect November bouquet.

If you look closely

You'll see some images of our floral work on chef Frank McClelland's table in this Yankee Magazine photo spread.  We worked with local stylist Beth Wickwire to create arrangements that would be seasonal in October, despite the shoot being completed months earlier. No close-ups, alas, but a wonderful slide show and some yummy recipes as well!