The Prickly Thistle Process

A thoughtful, design-driven approach from the first conversation to the final stem.

Every event we take on is approached with intention—from the first conversation to the final stem placed on your wedding day.

Our process is structured, collaborative, and designed to bring your vision to life in a way that feels cohesive, personal, and beautifully executed.

01. CONSULT

We begin with a conversation.

This is where we get to know you—your style, your priorities, your venue, and the overall atmosphere you want your guests to feel.

Whether you come in with a fully formed vision or just a handful of ideas, this is where we start shaping the direction together.

You’ll leave this step with clarity, inspiration, and a sense of what’s possible within your investment.

02. DESIGN BOARD

Where your vision becomes visible.

Following your consult, you’ll receive a custom design board that brings your floral story to life. This includes overall styling direction, color palette, floral textures, and visual concepts tailored specifically to your event.

This is not a template or a catalog—it’s a curated design plan created just for you.

(Your proposal and pricing will follow shortly after, once the full vision is established.)

03. DESIGN CONFIRMATION

Refining and finalizing the details.

As your event approaches, we reconnect to review your floral design, confirm details, and ensure everything still aligns with your vision.

This phase includes a thoughtful refinement of your plan as needed. We finalize logistics, counts, and installation details.

From there, your selections are confirmed, and we move into sourcing and production with intention and care.

04. FLORAL PROCESS & CREATION

Where the magic happens.

Your flowers are sourced as close to your event as possible to ensure freshness and quality.

Once they arrive, they are carefully processed, hydrated, and prepared in our studio before design begins.

Each arrangement is created by hand, guided by your design plan and the natural movement of the blooms themselves.

This is where artistry meets experience—balancing intention with the organic beauty of seasonal florals.

05. DELIVERY, SETUP & TRANSITION

Bringing it all together.

On your wedding day, our team delivers and installs each element with care and precision, ensuring every detail is placed exactly as intended.

If your design includes repurposing (such as ceremony florals transitioning into your reception), we handle those transitions seamlessly so your flowers continue to shine throughout the celebration.

Bouquets

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Bouquets *

Bride holding her art deco inspired cascading bouquet.

Bouquet of flowers and sparkly heels on a white chair

Bride in white strapless gown holding a bouquet of white and green flowers, standing indoors with a sheer curtain backdrop.

Bridal Bouquet with Anemone, Garden roses and QA Lace.

White high-heeled shoes and a bridal bouquet of white flowers on a white leather couch.

Bride holding a bouquet with white and purple flowers.

Bouquet of purple and white flowers on a vintage record player.

A bride and groom smiling, standing in front of a wooden door. The groom is wearing a black tuxedo with a bow tie, and the bride holds a bouquet of colorful flowers, including roses and peonies, with greenery.

Bouquet of yellow roses with assorted greenery and small colorful flowers in a glass vase on a white table.

Wedding couple holding a floral bouquet with white roses and blue flowers.

Bride in white dress with lace detailing and veil, flanked by two women in black dresses, each holding bouquets with red, white, and pink flowers, standing in an autumn outdoor setting.

Greenery with white rose accent bridesmaid bouquet

Ceremony Florals

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Ceremony Florals *

Set of altar arrangements in all white, mirrored on the other side.

Decorated outdoor wedding pergola with draped white fabric and floral arrangements, surrounded by a wooden fence and brick patio.

Meadow arrangement at the end of a wedding ceremony aisle.

White floral arrangements with greenery on gold stands in a room with wooden floor.

Decorative lantern surrounded by colorful flowers on a wooden barrel

Floral arrangement with orange roses, pink carnations, blue delphiniums, and green foliage.

Elegant flower arrangement with red and white roses, greenery, and accent flowers in a decorative vase.

Wooden welcome sign with floral arrangement for a wedding ceremony, featuring sunflowers and greenery, with the names Kierstin and James and date June 24, 2023.

Wooden crates adorned with floral arrangements, including white roses and yellow daisies, surrounded by greenery. Lit candles and brass lanterns are placed nearby, set on a wooden floor.

Sunflower decoration on a brown wooden chair in a row, with green seat cushion and light-colored ribbons, on a wooden floor.

Reception Florals

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Reception Florals *

Repurposed altar arrangement to tall stand for wedding reception for an elegant modern feel.

Elegant table setting with a floral centerpiece, gold cutlery, and a table number 8 card on a black tablecloth.

Green and white accent blooms on a hold harlow stand.

Elegant floral arrangement with assorted flowers including roses, lilies, and greenery in a decorative vase on a table.

Elegant floral centerpiece with white roses and assorted greenery on a tall stand, with blurred background featuring decorative lights and event setting.

Elegant table setting with floral arrangement, lit tapered candles, and a "Table 3" card on a white tablecloth.

White lantern centerpiece with purple roses, pink flowers, and greenery, alongside a glass of ice water on a table.

A decorative tabletop arrangement featuring a bouquet of flowers, a stack of books, a votive candle holder, and a card labeled 'The Magician.' The flowers include green leaves, a pink rose, white and yellow blooms, and assorted greenery. The candle h

Floral arrangement on patterned tablecloth with white and pink flowers, including roses and hydrangeas, surrounded by greenery, displayed on a table. Background shows blurred people and event booths with signage.

Ruby Red wedding, meadow ring around candleabra

Head table swag in greens with white blooms.

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Elegant wedding table setup with white tablecloth, floral arrangement of red and white roses, greenery, and lit candles.

Floral wedding table centerpiece with candles and greenery

White roses and greenery arranged with candles on a dark tablecloth

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A table with lit candles and floral centerpieces

A floral arrangement in a gold vase featuring a peach rose, red pincushion protea, green leaves, and assorted wildflowers against a neutral wall.

Table setting with a vase of red and white roses and two lit votive candles on a white tablecloth.

Floral arrangement with white and pink flowers on a wooden table, outdoor seating area in background.

Elegant table setting with floral centerpiece and candles

Colorful floral arrangement with a sunflower, roses, berries, and greenery in a black vase.

Floral centerpiece with sunflowers and greenery on a table with candles, teal napkins, and a framed table number reading 'Gate Seven.'

Elegant table setting with white candles, greenery, yellow and pink flowers on a white tablecloth.

Floral arrangement on a wicker table with decorative pillows

Bouquet of purple and white flowers in a silver vase on a table.

Elegant table centerpiece with assorted flowers in glass bottles on wooden slab, surrounded by candles and small packages on a white tablecloth.

Elegant table setting with flower centerpiece, plates, cutlery, glasses, menu, and candles on a wooden table.

Table setting with a gold decorative candle holder and vases of pink and purple flowers.

Assorted fresh flowers in glass vases, including blue delphiniums, white roses, pink carnations, and greenery, arranged on a wooden surface.

Vase with pink and purple flowers, greenery, and dried grass on a wooden table.

Repurposed bridal bouquets on the head table for the reception.

Cake Flowers & Wearable

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Cake Flowers & Wearable *

Five-tier wedding cake with floral topper, gold accents, and initials MDA on the middle tier.

Three-tiered white wedding cake with floral decorations.

Three-tier white wedding cake with burgundy and pink floral decorations.

Three-tier white wedding cake with gold accents and floral decorations, topped by a silhouette of a couple and a dog. The cake is displayed on a decorative stand surrounded by floral arrangements.

Flower boutonniere with white rose, greenery, and small flowers on stone surface.

Wedding invitation with purple flowers and green leaves

Smiling man in a formal suit with a boutonniere, outdoors.

All white wrist corsage and matching bout for parents of the Bride and Groom.

Double spray rose accented with waxflower.

Red roses with pink flowers and green buds on wooden background.

Classic bout with pink spray rose and accented with wax flower.

Groomsmen bouts with bright colors from the brides bouquet collection.

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