Tonja Vander Veen, AIFD MCF is the co-owner, chief creative officer, and the talent behind the store, the business, and it's success. From it's humble beginnings in her parents basement in 1991, Tonja's love has always been helping Brides and Special Events set themselves apart from the average. With this in mind, in 2003 she set out to launch a showroom designed specifically for the bride. Now in our newest location, we have expanded to over 3000 sq.ft. and one of the largest locations in West Michigan devoted to the bride and special events. We have served brides all over Michigan and as far as Chicago. Tonja is recognized as one of the premier floral designers in Michigan and the United States, she has experienced double digit growth for the last 6 years and is looking to continue to grow from those successes. Tonja in 2009 was awarded the coveted Michigan Floral Associations "Designer of the Year" and was invited to Phoenix, Arizona and competed for the Sylvia's Cup taking home an honorable mention (3rd place). The Sylvia's cup is the longest running design competition in the US and annually they invite 25 florist from around the world to compete for it. Tonja has been awarded many awards along the way including several 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in design competitions. She also was awarded the Coveted "Chuck Bannow" award for Best of Show in 2002 at the Michigan Floral Association Convention. Tonja has been featured in many national magazines for her work and continues to be sought out to teach classes from florists around the country. Her passion is still one on one, working with a bride, individual, or business Through all of her successes, her passion is still one on one, working with a bride, individual, or business, to make their special day, the best that it can be. Interestly enough, her favorite part of life is her kids, and as a family run business, you will find them around the store or helping her set up weddings quite often. Find Us