Bringing your floral visions to life

With five years of experience in the floral industry, Mari combines technical know-how with an artistic eye and a deep love for DIY. Based in Houston, TX, she brings Southern charm and a laid-back, empowering presence to every consultation. Whether it’s a rustic wedding or a bold bouquet, Mari’s mission is to help you feel confident, inspired, and excited about your flowers.

What you’ll gain in a consultation

• Real-world advice from a floral expert who’s worked on the wholesale side of the industry
• Smart flower selections that balance beauty, longevity, and ease of use
• Tips for conditioning tricky stems like anemones or sweet peas
• A creative and fun approach that keeps stress low and energy high
  Encouragement to make your floral prep a meaningful part of your wedding journey

What is the best advice for floral success

"Don’t postpone your prep—and clean your tools!"

Mari helps brides avoid common pitfalls by sharing insider tips that protect flowers, extend vase life, and keep everything wedding-ready.

Most common DIY challenges and solutions

Delicate blooms breaking mid-design?

Keep a “just in case” bag with floral tape, wire, and glue. One snapped stem doesn’t need to ruin your bouquet!

Worried about conditioning fragile flowers?

Mari will walk you through special prep techniques for hellebores, anemones, and more—so they stay gorgeous and photo-ready.

Baby’s breath smells weird in bulk?

It’s true—it can. Mari helps you plan how and when to use it so your arrangements stay light and lovely without overpowering the space.

Procrastinating on prep?

Clean, sharp tools and early hydration are the key to long-lasting blooms. Don’t skip the basics!

Favorite themes, blooms, and tips

Favorite wedding theme

Rustic weddings are Mari’s favorite—she loves the way florals can express both warmth and wild beauty in these relaxed, personality-filled celebrations.

Favorite bouquet combo

King proteas, solidago, chrysanthemums, and eucalyptus—this bold blend creates texture and movement, with a beautiful balance of drama and softness.

Favorite tip or trick

Make floral prep a group effort! Bring your friends, play some music, and make memories while designing something beautiful together.

Fun fact

Before flowers, Mari was immersed in creativity through graphic design, photography, and printmaking. She still spends weekends painting her nails, making art, and dreaming up new ways to turn everyday ideas into DIY masterpieces.

Most unique wedding experience

Not listed at this time.

Why I love helping DIY brides

“I love helping DIY brides because I can empower them to turn their visions into reality. As a DIY girly myself, I get it—I want to help you create something beautiful, manageable, and stress-free. You’ll walk down the aisle knowing you nailed it, and that’s the best feeling!”