Who we are
Hey there. I'm Candice. Most days you can find me either in my garden, working on some house project, or enjoying an episode of Fixer Upper on the couch.
I am a creator of textural, garden inspired floral designs and decadent desserts that evoke emotion and bring back memories. I serve people who are lovers of celebrations. Years from now, I want you think back to your event and be able to still appreciate how beautiful your bouquet was, or remember the wonderful fragrance of your fresh flowers, or taste how delicious the cake was that your groom smashed in your face. The memories from those celebrations are the ones worth remembering.
As a designer, I've been fortunate to have earned the designation of Certified Floral Designer (CFD) and Illinois Certified Professional Florist (ICPF). I've been featured on numerous wedding blogs and have had the privilege of winning several design awards through my state professional associations. An active member of the Illinois State Florists' Association, Chapel Designers and the Illinois Cake Exploration Society, education is absolutely my passion. On most Thursday and Friday nights you'll find me in the bakery decorating for my weekend events, while listening to some podcast that is supposed to help me better my business.
Still here? Let's connect! Please fill out our contact form, because I would SO love to learn more about you and your event!
What We’re About
Sustainability
Sustainability is important to us, that's why we choose eco-friendly products for our business and recycle whenever we can. All of the stems and leaves we don't use in our designs get composted weekly and we add that compost back on to the flower beds we use to grow our flowers.
Sourcing Locally
We love our local growers and producers. Whenever possible, we source local flowers and materials from Illinois flower farmers and use jams and jellies from local orchards to flavor our icings. Grow or make a local product? Get in touch! We'd love to work together!
Giving Back
We believe in giving back to our community and to the environment whenever possible. We frequently donate to local charity auctions and donate products to our local food pantry. Don't know what to do with your flowers after your event? Consider donating to a local nursing home or other facility where they can be enjoyed!
Growing Our Own
Growing is in our blood. Candice comes from a family of farmers and has a Horticulture degree, so any opportunity to grow something on our own is taken! Our garden is full of flower beds ready to be harvested for our next event. Want something a little different for your bouquet? Let us know and we can order it or grow it special for you!
The Team
Photo by Taylor Good Photography
Our Head Baker and Pastry Chef
Hi there! I'm Brooke and baking is my passion. It always has been, but it took me getting a degree in something different and working in that field for a few years for me to realize this and to come to terms with the fact that I CAN do this for a living. I went back to school, got my culinary degree, and started doing what I love and you know what? I haven't regretted one second. I love waking up every day knowing that I get to spend the day in the kitchen baking up something to bring a smile to someone's face.
Whether it be a birthday cake, a package of macarons to cheer up a friend, or a wedding cake for the biggest moment of someone's life, it's all my motivation and is exactly why I do what I do. Knowing I can bring joy to people's lives, even for a second, is worth all the hours of hard work.
The question I get asked the most is, "What is your favorite thing to bake?". Well honestly, all of it! But if I had to chose, I would say anything challenging. When it comes to baking, the more challenging, the better! So if you have a crazy idea that you think there's no way someone would be willing to do that, just ask. Chances are I've been waiting for someone to let me make this.
At the end of the day, I love it all so thank you for letting me do what I love! I can't wait to bake your happiness!