RECIPES FOR PARTY BY NUMBERS

Floral arrangement for Party by Numbers (Pinch Food and The Gathery)

I often compare flower arranging to cooking, they are so similar in many ways, and always use the words ingredients and recipes, when I talk about flower arranging (to some peoples surprise).

As you might know, I also have a flower arranging book called Handpicked as well as a second book launching this fall where we feature flower "recipes".

So needless to say, when our good old friends at The Gathery and Pinch Food Design reached out to ask us if we would be interested in writing recipes for a new catering concept they were working on we were beyond thrilled! The results became an ongoing project for a company called Party by Numbers that delivers something I saw described on BizBash as "the fanciest Seamless" you will could ever dream up.

Basically, upon delivery, a beautifully designed cart, full of delicious food, cocktails, wine, ceramic plates and serving bowls, glassware, cutlery, linens, a blue tooth speaker, candles, and most importantly of all of course FLOWERS, is rolled straight into your home. From here on all you need to do is open some drawers and put the perfectly curated food, decor and beverages out with everything you need to party – even the ice! Seriously? Sign us up, right...?!

Below are some descriptions and pictures of a few of the floral concepts we put together for this amazing, all sustainable, party concept with a 100% zero waste pledge:

There is l'artiste with peachy blooms and reimagined foliage inspired by the vibrant play of shape and colors of Matisse’s remarkable cutouts. Then Marfa brings you boldness with blue thistle and cadmium red blooms in a vase inspired by optical and geometric illusions reminiscent of Dan Flavin’s light installations. Another one of the food and decor concepts is Sorrento with fragrant anemones, mimosa, olive and lemon branches that ignite memories of the perfect sip of limoncello. Lastly we present Marjorelle, where dusty dry arrangements of cacti and palm leaves are completed with delicate and fragrant white flowers nestled in shapely artisan-like vases.

For the remaining concepts, and to check out this incredible party experience solution that we are proud to be a part of, please visit Party by Numbers. You can thank us for bringing this to your attention later... or simply invite us to your perfect party!

Floral arrangement for Party by Numbers (Pinch Food and The Gathery)

07.31.20

SILVER LININGS

When the event industry came to a complete halt in New York we were forced to find other ways to stay afloat. We have all been hearing expressions such as “blessings in disguise”, "silver linings" and of course the word "pivot" quite a bit lately (don't think I had ever used that word before…) and to us the Bloom Boxes have certainly been one of those.

We had been wanting to offer flower subscriptions for quite a while, but never had time to dive in, with up to 5-6 events and/or installations per week when we were as busiest, so being forced into this new endeavor was actually pretty great after all.

Sending boxes of flowers to peoples homes, as well as to clients such as @google and @youtube for virtual events has been genuinely rewarding. The best part has been seeing everyone's unique take on flower arranging after using our recipes and/or watching our videos.

Thanks to all of you for participating and for sending us your pictures! Thanks also to The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times for reaching out to us to request information for your lovely write-ups!

cornflower from our flower box kit

peony diy flower arranging kit

flexed tulip diy flower video

purple astrantia from tin can studios bloom box

05.21.17

FLOWER SHOP AT WEST ELM

On May 27th, the Tin Can Studios team will be setting up a flower shop for the day at West Elm Dumbo where we will sell various sized flower arrangements and plants. Get yourself a pre-made bouquet or choose a vase and style and we will make an arrangement custom for you while we teach you basic flower arranging techniques.

For those interested in learning more about approachable ways to arrange flowers, I will also be selling and signing my book "Handpicked".

In addition, we will be selling flowers by the stem and vases (+ chicken wire or tape) to those who want to try making their own arrangement based on a recipe from the book.

Hope to see you at West Elm then! / Ingrid

P.S. All proceeds will go to Arbor Day Foundation

02.28.17

MY NEW BOOK HANDPICKED!

I'm so excited that it almost feels like my heart might almost stop at times. On March 14 my new book Handpicked, Seasonal Flowers, (Abrams Books) launches in the U.S! The book is full of inspiration, ideas and recipes for arrangements that flower lovers of all levels can do at home. It’s our signature style, just a little easier to put together and with fewer ingredients.   If you pre-order now, you will receive a pretty canvas bag with an image of my favorite flowers (from the book). Here is the link!

01.10.17

WEDDING WIRE AWARD!

Huge thank you to Wedding Wire for the WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award 2017! We are beyond delighted to have so many wonderful wedding clients find us through your wedding planning site and directory and look forward to many more beautiful weddings in New York and beyond in the future!