Bullock Lake Farm – Salt Spring Island Wedding
This was my first wedding on Salt Spring Island since moving here in August 2017. I couldn't have been more happier with the experience of working at Bullock Lake Farm. It was picture perfect, from the towering trees at the ceremony site, to the outdoor long table...
West Coast Autumn Elopement
This October elopement took place at a private residence in Victoria, BC. The bride and groom had asked some friends to host the wedding at their home, so it was a beautiful backyard ceremony with only 7 guests. Fall flowers included the ever popular cafe au lait...
Old English Inn Summer Wedding
This wedding's photo gallery left me speechless, and it was so incredibly hard to narrow down my favorite choices for this blog post. The pictures by Ainsley Rose Photography capture expertly the romance and beauty of this stunning wedding at the Old English Inn...
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Let's face it, we all love to get flowers anytime of the year not just on Valentine's Day. But wouldn't it be nice to be surprised with something different! For this upcoming Valentine's Day I created a special gift box inspired by everything floral. Included in...
Gift Box Feature – Wild Hill Botanicals
Today I am happy to share with you an interview with Wild Hill Botanicals, an organic skincare line based here on Vancouver Island. I always personally test all the products I use in my gift boxes and because of that I am now hooked on the Nootka Rose cleansing clay....
Gift Box Feature – The Wild Kids Apparel
This week's blog interview is with Adriane Duckworth the creator of The Wild Kids Apparel. Based out of Hamilton Ontario, this talented woman creates the cutest stuffed toys which I just adore and use in my baby gift boxes. 1. Was creating hand-printed apparel and...
Gift Box Feature – L Rempel Art
In creating my gift boxes over this last year, I have discovered some talented and dedicated Canadian makers. Over the next few months I will introduce to you the talented people behind these products! First I am starting with L Rempel Art. If you love watercolour art...
Me, myself and I
I felt it was time to post a re-introduction for those of you who don't know much about me. I started TARA MCHUGH FLORA 7 years ago when I was pregnant with my second child. I had been a stay at home mom for years and was really needing a creative outlet. So I asked...
Victoria Summer Wedding – Villa Marco Polo Inn
Last summer I was honoured to be the florist for a beautiful small wedding at the Villa Marco Polo Inn. As I often tell people, when the subject of wedding venues comes up, this venue is at the top of my list. I love the character and charm of this old home and it's...
Copper Wedding Inspiration
The following is my first wedding shoot here in Victoria where I personally hand picked all the talented vendors to help bring my vision to life. My inspiration was copper, as we have all seen hundreds of weddings with silver and gold and I was craving something...