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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:00:39 GMT--><rdf:RDF xmlns:rdf="http://www.w3.org/1999/02/22-rdf-syntax-ns#" xmlns:rss="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:admin="http://webns.net/mvcb/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:cc="http://web.resource.org/cc/"><rss:channel rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/"><rss:title>Dilly Lily Blog - all for the love of flowers</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/</rss:link><rss:description></rss:description><dc:language>en-US</dc:language><dc:date>2010-03-10T01:00:39Z</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.squarespace.com/">Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</admin:generatorAgent><rss:items><rdf:Seq><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/3/2/congratulations-to-kara-and-tradd.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/8/come-join-us-at-the-james-hotel.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/7/fun-at-indie-wed.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/6/a-wedding-toast-to-blake-and-joey.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/1/31/can-helleborus-predict-the-weather.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/1/12/thank-you-heather-parker.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/12/3/peace.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/25/warmest-wishes-for-a-happy-thanksgiving.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/16/a-sneak-peek-at-amanda-and-ashish.html"/><rdf:li rdf:resource="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/2/olive-you.html"/></rdf:Seq></rss:items></rss:channel><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/3/2/congratulations-to-kara-and-tradd.html"><rss:title>Congratulations to Kara and Tradd!</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/3/2/congratulations-to-kara-and-tradd.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-03-02T15:00:00Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Callas Dilly Lily Hotel Allegro Hydrangea Roses Wedding they said " I do! " wedding</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/peacock-kt-151.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/peacock-kt-151.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265576091561" alt="" /></a></span></span>Kara and Tradd celebrated their beautiful Chicago wedding at <a href="http://www.allegrochicago.com/" target="_blank">The Hotel Allegro</a>. Kara's romantic bouquet of lavender roses, two-toned calla lilies, and hydrangeas greatly complimented her elegance and grace. <br />It was our pleasure to bring their vision to life. We wish them a lifetime of happiness.<br />Thank you to <a href="http://lauriepeacock.com/weddings.html" target="_blank">Laurie Peacock Photography</a> for sending us these pretty pictures!<br /><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/peacock-kt-354.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 220px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/peacock-kt-354.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265577727563" alt="" /></a></span></span><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/peacock-kt-379.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 220px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/peacock-kt-379.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265577778115" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/8/come-join-us-at-the-james-hotel.html"><rss:title>Come join us at The James Hotel!</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/8/come-join-us-at-the-james-hotel.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-08T15:00:00Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Bride CS Brides Dilly Lily Dillylily Glass Slipper Project Jbar Press The James Hotel Wedding Event wedding</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/CS-Bridescut.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 300px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/CS-Bridescut.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265491807157" alt="" /></a></span></span><a href="http://www.modernluxurybrides.com/chicago/events/calendar/February" target="_blank">CS Brides</a> present <br />the Bridal Lounge at <br /><a href="http://www.jameshotels.com/" target="_blank">The James Hotel</a>!<br />This Thursday, <br />February 18th 6PM - 8PM at&nbsp; <br />55 East Ontario. <br />To RSVP call&nbsp;312.337.1000 or<br /> email smelter@jameshotel.com.</p>
<p>Experience the atmosphere at<a href="http://www.jameshotels.com/" target="_blank"><br />The James Hotel</a> while enjoying<br />wonderful cocktails and hors d'oeuvre<br />from <a href="http://www.jameshotels.com/Chicago-Hotel.aspx?name=The-James-Chicago&amp;page=Primehouse-Menus" target="_blank">David Burke's Primehouse</a>.<br />Learn everything you'll need to<br />know to create your perfect,<br />customized wedding event.<br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,Times New Roman,Times,serif; color: #660099;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span><br />Also the <a href="http://www.glassslipperproject.org/" target="_blank">Glass Slipper Project</a><br />will be there!<br />It's your chance to make<br />your local high school girl<br />become the bell of the ball<br />on her prom night.<br />Bring your almost new <br />dresses, shoes, and accessories<br />to donate.</p>
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<p>While you are mingling with some of Chicago's finest wedding vendors be sure your stop by and say hello to the Dilly Lily's!! Or join us at the after-party at <a href="http://www.jameshotels.com/Chicago-Hotel.aspx?name=The-James-Chicago&amp;page=JBar">JBar</a>!<br />Hope to see you there!</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/7/fun-at-indie-wed.html"><rss:title>Fun at Indie Wed!</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/7/fun-at-indie-wed.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-07T22:32:46Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Chicago Dilly Lily Event Wedding Event wedding</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0001.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0001.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265582144669" alt="" /></a></span></span><a href="http://www.indiewed.com/" target="_blank">Indie Wed</a> has made a huge imprint on the hearts of the Midwest. Perfectly located<br />at the <a href="http://www.ravenswoodeventcenter.com/" target="_blank">Ravenswood Event Center</a> this event inspired creativity throughout all its<br />guest. With the uniqueness all the venders brought forth, I am positive this is just<br />the beginning for <a href="http://www.indiewed.com/" target="_blank">Indie Wed</a>!<br />A huge thank you goes out to <a href="http://www.edytaszyszlo.com/blog/" target="_blank">Edyta Szyszlo</a> who captured so much fun with <br />her creative photography!<br />Enjoy the captured images of our booth below.<br /><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0003.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 220px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0003.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265582254668" alt="" /></a></span></span><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0004.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 220px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0004.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265582293693" alt="" /></a></span></span><br /><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0006.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 220px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0006.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265582331588" alt="" /></a></span></span><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0005.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 220px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0005.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265582378956" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/6/a-wedding-toast-to-blake-and-joey.html"><rss:title>A wedding toast to Blake and Joey!</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/2/6/a-wedding-toast-to-blake-and-joey.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-06T16:11:18Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Hydrangea Roses they said " I do! " wedding</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0194_blakejoey_w.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0194_blakejoey_w.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265472727206" alt="" /></a></span></span><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0321_blakejoey_w.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 150px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0321_blakejoey_w.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265485739012" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>
<p>We could not be a happier&nbsp;<span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span> </span></span>for the handsome couple!<br />With an abundance of white roses, orchids and<br />hydrangeas they said their "I do's" <br />at the elegant <a href="https://www.stclub.org/" target="_blank">The Standard Club</a> in Chicago. <br />All the candle light and lush rose petals enhanced the <br />mood and filled the room with enchantment!</p>
<p>The breathtaking photos were captured by <br /><a href="http://www.s1weddings.com/" target="_blank">S1 Photography</a>. A big thank you to <a href="http://www.s1weddings.com/blog/" target="_blank">Oscar</a> and his team<br />for sending them our way! <br />What a romantic wedding day! Congratulations!</p>
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<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0348_blakejoey_w.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0348_blakejoey_w.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265488499455" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/1/31/can-helleborus-predict-the-weather.html"><rss:title>Can Helleborus predict the weather?</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2010/1/31/can-helleborus-predict-the-weather.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-31T21:25:09Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Dilly Lily Ready To Bloom Shot of the Day Spring Tricks of the Trade flowers helleborus</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/IMG_1868.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/IMG_1868.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1264973222052" alt="" /></a></span></span>Once used as a forcast flower, Helleborus told the people of the upcoming weather.<br />Cut and placed in a vase they were left to either open or close. If the flower stayed<br />closed, the people were warned of the bad weather to come. If they <br />opened, it was sign that the season would be good! <br />Ours at the shop are open! With spring around the corner we are listening to the <br />Helleborus and awaiting the wonderful weather. Hope they are right!</p>
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<p>A special thank you to <a href="http://www.heatherparker.com/blog" target="_blank">Heather Parker</a> for the vendor spotlight! We are so excited to be a part of your <a href="http://heatherparker.com/blog/" target="_blank">blog</a>! Check it out <a href="http://heatherparker.com/blog/" target="_blank">here</a>. Looking forward to working with you on many future weddings and events!</p>
<p>xo ~<a href="http://www.dillylily.com" target="_blank">the Dilly Lily's</a>!</p>
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<p>A custom holiday wreath from the <a href="http://www.dillylily.com/" target="_blank">Dilly Lily</a>. It is made up of Magnolia leaves, Honey Locust beans, angel hair, pears and a sweet PEACE sign garland from <a title="http://anothergirlatplay.com/sarah-lugg/" href="http://anothergirlatplay.com/sarah-lugg/" target="_blank">Sarah Lugg</a>. Natural and sweet. As the big snowflakes begin to fall, we are wishing you all a peaceful holiday sesason.</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/25/warmest-wishes-for-a-happy-thanksgiving.html"><rss:title>warmest wishes for a happy thanksgiving</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/25/warmest-wishes-for-a-happy-thanksgiving.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-11-26T04:00:00Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Autumn Birch bark Candles Echeveria Feathers Holiday Hydrangea Protea Shot of the Day Thanksgiving</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/11.25%20warmest.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1263352335004" alt="" /></span></span>There was a lot of hustle and bustle at the shop today where the Dilly Lily's were making spectacular floral centerpieces that could take your breath away! It was so nice to see all your smiling faces. We are all very thankful at the Dilly Lily and counting our many blessings. Looking forward to spending time with our family and friends, hope you are too!</p>
<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 250px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/thanks2.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1259218426248" alt="" /></span></span></span></span><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 250px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/thanks.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1263351905453" alt="" /></span></span></p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/16/a-sneak-peek-at-amanda-and-ashish.html"><rss:title>A sneak peek at Amanda and Ashish!</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/16/a-sneak-peek-at-amanda-and-ashish.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-11-16T16:10:00Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Callas Henna Hydrangea Protea they said " I do! "</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;<span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0382.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1258759958341" alt="" /></span></span></p>
<p>What a beautiful and lavish event a the <a href="http://www.fairmont.com/chicago/" target="_blank">Fairmont Hotel</a> in Chicago! And it couldn't happen to a nicer couple!</p>
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<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0208.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1258760458879" alt="" /></span></span></p>
<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 300px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/0068.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1258760372221" alt="" /></span></span>Amanda carried an exotic floral bouquet comprised of pincushion protea, green hydrangeas and mango callas.</p>
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<p>This beautiful summer day in Chicago was perfectly captured by the talented photographer <a href="http://www.atstudiophoto.com/" target="_blank">Amaris Granado</a>!</p>
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<p>Aren't they fantastic??&nbsp; Thanks Amaris!</p>
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<p>To see more of Amanda and Ashish's wedding click <a href="http://www.dillylily.com/" target="_blank">here</a> and look under the Praise section. Enjoy!</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item><rss:item rdf:about="http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/2/olive-you.html"><rss:title>Olive you</rss:title><rss:link>http://blog.dillylily.com/dilly-lily-blog-all-for-the/2009/11/2/olive-you.html</rss:link><dc:creator>Dilly Lily Blog</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-11-02T17:40:00Z</dc:date><dc:subject>Olives Roses Shot of the Day</dc:subject><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 500px;" src="http://blog.dillylily.com/storage/post-images/DSCF3416.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1259905821728" alt="" /></span></span></p>
<p>Just a little party from late summer - simple and sweet! They even made their own olives as wedding favors!</p>]]></content:encoded></rss:item></rdf:RDF>