Floral Design Creativity with the Martha's Vineyard Garden Club
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In the month of July, the Floral Design Committee was asked by Garden Stroll Co-Chairs to create ten teacups with artificial flowers and materials to be on display at The Carnegie in honor of our Club’s Centennial. We hope that you were able to visit The Carnegie and see the lovely exhibit honoring our Club. This was a fun activity for all of us who participated, part floral design, part crafts, and most importantly a lovely, serene gathering with fellow club members. Participating club members were Wiet Bacheller, Ally Doriss, Joan Eville, Jayne Isford, Minor Gibson Knight, Pat Ingalls, Kathy Kitsock, Leah Smith, Susie Wallo and Trudy Williams. To view The Carnegie display and the teacups in conjunction with the exhibit, CLICK HERE!
The Floral Design Committee also created seven teapots that were arranged with with fresh flowers, donated by Morning Glory Flowers. These were on display at the entrance to each garden on the Edgartown Stroll on July 25, and at the check-in entrance. Participants were Nancy Cabot, Allison Doriss, Pat Ingalls, Jayne Isford and Kathy Kitsock.
* Above and below are a few of the images that were shared! To view images from the 2024 Edgartown Garden Stroll and the teapot arrangements at a few of the welcome tables, CLICK HERE!
The Floral Design Committee also created seven teapots that were arranged with with fresh flowers, donated by Morning Glory Flowers. These were on display at the entrance to each garden on the Edgartown Stroll on July 25, and at the check-in entrance. Participants were Nancy Cabot, Allison Doriss, Pat Ingalls, Jayne Isford and Kathy Kitsock.
* Above and below are a few of the images that were shared! To view images from the 2024 Edgartown Garden Stroll and the teapot arrangements at a few of the welcome tables, CLICK HERE!
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The Blooming Art Floral Design Team, comprised of Debbie Barrett, Jayne Isford and Fern Vaughan, planned three workshops to assist floral designers in preparation for the Club's Blooming Art event.
Heartfelt thanks to MV Garden Club members Martha Fanelli, Wiet Bacheller and Nancy Cabot for their excellent support, education and patience. Below are some photos from Martha’s workshop held on May 17 and Wiet’s workshop on May 23 with a container swap after the workshop.
A few images from the workshops are below. Thanks to Jayne Isford for supplying the photos and the info...
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And THIS HAPPENED in May...
A Foraging Field Trip with Nancy Cabot!
Just a few observations about the foraging expedition:
I was joined by 26 MVGC members for a walk in the State Forest. For many in the group this was the first time they had ever walked there. While not the most picturesque part of the island, all agreed that there was much of interest to see. We hiked through pine forest, hardwood areas, and open fields, observing many signs of spring. While most of the vegetation was in a decidedly transitory state between winter and summer, and therefore not necessarily useful looking ahead to Blooming Art, all agreed that there is much beauty to be found in the State Forest. All participants were reminded of how lucky we are to live in such a beautiful place and the importance of keeping our eyes open wherever we are on our lovely island.
- Submitted by Nancy Cabot
A Foraging Field Trip with Nancy Cabot!
Just a few observations about the foraging expedition:
I was joined by 26 MVGC members for a walk in the State Forest. For many in the group this was the first time they had ever walked there. While not the most picturesque part of the island, all agreed that there was much of interest to see. We hiked through pine forest, hardwood areas, and open fields, observing many signs of spring. While most of the vegetation was in a decidedly transitory state between winter and summer, and therefore not necessarily useful looking ahead to Blooming Art, all agreed that there is much beauty to be found in the State Forest. All participants were reminded of how lucky we are to live in such a beautiful place and the importance of keeping our eyes open wherever we are on our lovely island.
- Submitted by Nancy Cabot
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Some pics from our Meeting / Program in April!
Nancy’s Challenge “Almost Spring”
(Nancy Cabot (left) is pictured here with her arrangement along with GC Member Ellie Bates)
MV Garden Club members participated in Nancy’s Challenge at our membership meeting on April 23rd! Members created a wonderful array of beautiful flowers and arrangements, each one unique and lovely in their own way. Below are images of all the arrangements...and some from members who were not on Island but sent a photo to participate from afar! Thanks to each and every one of you!
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Our Club's Valentine’s Day Workshop that was held in February...
The MV Garden Club's Floral Design Committee hosted a Valentine's Day Workshop on Saturday, February 10th at the Wakeman Center in Vineyard Haven...Thanks to Emily of Morrice Florist (she is shown in the photo at right) for her for working with the Floral Design Committee to provide the most beautiful selection of flowers for the workshop! Below are some photos of the workshop and images from the day...
Thanks to Jayne Isford and Susie Wallo for their mad photography skills and for sharing these photos with us!
Huge thanks especially to Nancy Cabot, Wiet Bacheller and Jayne Isford for 'arranging' and facilitating this wonderful workshop for our members. We are already anticipating next years Valentine floral design event!
The MV Garden Club's Floral Design Committee hosted a Valentine's Day Workshop on Saturday, February 10th at the Wakeman Center in Vineyard Haven...Thanks to Emily of Morrice Florist (she is shown in the photo at right) for her for working with the Floral Design Committee to provide the most beautiful selection of flowers for the workshop! Below are some photos of the workshop and images from the day...
Thanks to Jayne Isford and Susie Wallo for their mad photography skills and for sharing these photos with us!
Huge thanks especially to Nancy Cabot, Wiet Bacheller and Jayne Isford for 'arranging' and facilitating this wonderful workshop for our members. We are already anticipating next years Valentine floral design event!
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Look What Happened in January... Nancy's Floral Design Challenge!
At our first Membership meeting of 2024, several members participated in Nancy Cabot’s first Floral Design Challenge for this year. Our intent with these challenges is to have members interpret the same piece of art and share these designs with their fellow members, purely for fun, enjoyment and experimenting! The artwork that Nancy chose to interpret was Lucy’s Tangles by Heidi Lang. Heidi attended our membership meeting, and was honored to have her artwork selected, and was so impressed with the interpretations.
Off island members who submitted a design were Joan Cavazuti, Ally Doriss and Fawn Hurwitz. Members on island who created a design were Joan Eville, Susan Hobart, Nancy Cabot, Pat Ingalls, Ty Johnston and Trudy Williams. We thank all of you for your time and talent!
Each of the design interpretations were spectacular and enjoyed by everyone in attendance. The following photos show each of the designs. Stay tuned for another challenge from Nancy in the coming months! Thanks again to our members who participated. We are grateful. ...Jayne and Nancy
(The last three photos below are of Heidi Lang, the Artist who creates 'Lucy's Tangles', Nancy Cabot, creator of 'Nancy's Challenge' and Floral Design Co-Lead and Jayne Isford, Floral Design Committee Leader) -photos submitted by Jayne Isford and Joan Eville
At our first Membership meeting of 2024, several members participated in Nancy Cabot’s first Floral Design Challenge for this year. Our intent with these challenges is to have members interpret the same piece of art and share these designs with their fellow members, purely for fun, enjoyment and experimenting! The artwork that Nancy chose to interpret was Lucy’s Tangles by Heidi Lang. Heidi attended our membership meeting, and was honored to have her artwork selected, and was so impressed with the interpretations.
Off island members who submitted a design were Joan Cavazuti, Ally Doriss and Fawn Hurwitz. Members on island who created a design were Joan Eville, Susan Hobart, Nancy Cabot, Pat Ingalls, Ty Johnston and Trudy Williams. We thank all of you for your time and talent!
Each of the design interpretations were spectacular and enjoyed by everyone in attendance. The following photos show each of the designs. Stay tuned for another challenge from Nancy in the coming months! Thanks again to our members who participated. We are grateful. ...Jayne and Nancy
(The last three photos below are of Heidi Lang, the Artist who creates 'Lucy's Tangles', Nancy Cabot, creator of 'Nancy's Challenge' and Floral Design Co-Lead and Jayne Isford, Floral Design Committee Leader) -photos submitted by Jayne Isford and Joan Eville
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The Holiday Wreath Decorating Workshop was
a huge success! On Saturday, December 2 nd , the MV Garden Club held its first Holiday Wreath Decorating Workshop since before the pandemic. Nancy Cabot and Jayne Isford hosted an enthusiastic group of Martha's Vineyard Garden Club members at The Wakeman Center to decorate wreaths carefully selected for us by Paul Mahoney, owner of Mahoney’s Garden Center. Participants enjoyed a light lunch and snacks with cider and tea before starting their decorating. A fun afternoon with great women, camaraderie, and creativity. Veteran Garden Club Member and floral design mentor, Nancy Cabot prepared multiple bows for the wreaths during the workshop. In addition, Nancy created a very large wreath she made from scratch to be hung on the outside of the Old Mill for the holidays. Amazing! Wiet Bacheller, Irene Ziebarth and Ty Johnston helped decorate the wreath. Look for it on the outside of the Old Mill as you drive by this Holiday Season! Thanks to all who participated and to Nancy and Jayne for coordinating this lovely and festive event for our members! Happy Holidays to everyone. The Holiday Wreath Decorating tradition for our Club is back! -photos submitted by Jayne Isford & Joan Eville
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FLORAL DESIGN UPDATE FOR 2024!
Your Floral Design team is off to a busy start for 2024!
We are excited to offer these programs and workshops for our members.
'Nancy’s Challenge'
Our first Nancy’s Challenge of 2024 at the January membership meeting was a huge success. Several members participated and submitted beautiful floral designs interpreting “Lucy’s Tangles” by artist Heidi Lang. Off island members who submitted a design were Joan Cavazuti, Ally Doriss and Fawn Hurwitz. Members on the island who brought their designs to the meeting were Joan Eville, Susan Hobart, Nancy Cabot, Pat Ingalls, Ty Johnston and Trudy Williams. We thank all of you for your time and talent!
...and here's a bit about Nancy’s next challenge coming for April!
Nancy Cabot's second Floral Challenge “Almost Spring” is on the books!
The 'Almost Spring Challenge' will take place at 12:45 p.m. prior to the business portion of the April Membership meeting.
The April Meeting Date for 2024 is Tuesday, April 23 and
'Challenge' participating members are asked bring their floral interpretations
to the Wakeman Center by 12:15pm.
Refreshments and Social Time will be from 12:15 -12:45 with Nancy’s Challenge planned for 12:45.
The Program/Business meeting will begin at 1:00.
Stay tuned to our website and our newsletter for details on participating in Nancy's '"Almost Spring" Challenge!
Valentine’s Day Workshop
On Saturday, February 10th (2024) we hosted our first Valentine’s Day Workshop.
The workshop was led by Nancy Cabot and Wiet Bacheller. Each of the 14 enthusiastic participants were
provided with a lovely array of flowers from Morrice Florist and each participant left with a beautiful arrangement of their
own creating and memories from a fun gathering with their fellow club members! Some images from the day are above!
It’s Never too Soon to Talk about Blooming Art!
Debbie Barrett, Fern Vaughan and Jayne Isford are co-chairing the Floral Design component of Blooming Art for 2024.
This signature event of our club showcases the creativity, dedication and thoughtful interpretations of individual artwork
by our talented team of floral designers. We are planning a wide range of workshops and demonstrations for our floral
designers throughout May and early June. If you would like to be a floral designer for us this year, please contact
Debbie Barrett at [email protected].
We are in the midst of planning several additional Floral Design events for our
members for 2024! Stay tuned. We thank you for your support!
- Jayne Isford and Nancy Cabot
Your Floral Design team is off to a busy start for 2024!
We are excited to offer these programs and workshops for our members.
'Nancy’s Challenge'
Our first Nancy’s Challenge of 2024 at the January membership meeting was a huge success. Several members participated and submitted beautiful floral designs interpreting “Lucy’s Tangles” by artist Heidi Lang. Off island members who submitted a design were Joan Cavazuti, Ally Doriss and Fawn Hurwitz. Members on the island who brought their designs to the meeting were Joan Eville, Susan Hobart, Nancy Cabot, Pat Ingalls, Ty Johnston and Trudy Williams. We thank all of you for your time and talent!
...and here's a bit about Nancy’s next challenge coming for April!
Nancy Cabot's second Floral Challenge “Almost Spring” is on the books!
The 'Almost Spring Challenge' will take place at 12:45 p.m. prior to the business portion of the April Membership meeting.
The April Meeting Date for 2024 is Tuesday, April 23 and
'Challenge' participating members are asked bring their floral interpretations
to the Wakeman Center by 12:15pm.
Refreshments and Social Time will be from 12:15 -12:45 with Nancy’s Challenge planned for 12:45.
The Program/Business meeting will begin at 1:00.
Stay tuned to our website and our newsletter for details on participating in Nancy's '"Almost Spring" Challenge!
Valentine’s Day Workshop
On Saturday, February 10th (2024) we hosted our first Valentine’s Day Workshop.
The workshop was led by Nancy Cabot and Wiet Bacheller. Each of the 14 enthusiastic participants were
provided with a lovely array of flowers from Morrice Florist and each participant left with a beautiful arrangement of their
own creating and memories from a fun gathering with their fellow club members! Some images from the day are above!
It’s Never too Soon to Talk about Blooming Art!
Debbie Barrett, Fern Vaughan and Jayne Isford are co-chairing the Floral Design component of Blooming Art for 2024.
This signature event of our club showcases the creativity, dedication and thoughtful interpretations of individual artwork
by our talented team of floral designers. We are planning a wide range of workshops and demonstrations for our floral
designers throughout May and early June. If you would like to be a floral designer for us this year, please contact
Debbie Barrett at [email protected].
We are in the midst of planning several additional Floral Design events for our
members for 2024! Stay tuned. We thank you for your support!
- Jayne Isford and Nancy Cabot
