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Entertaining… add the extra details
2020 really has us appreciating time in a myriad of ways. The time we spend with others beyond our immediate family has dwindled down in frequency, size, and scope. All out extravaganzas have transitioned to intimate soirées and we’re all for it.Thanksgiving is...
A Fireplace Makeover
Lighter, brighter and oh so cozy! Lots of us are jumping into projects in our homes. Some of these projects stem from that ongoing list that seems to grow instead of shrink. With the curveball we’ve all been thrown, we are reminded of how much we all yearn for a...
I said Yes, I chose me
"August came...8am on a Monday came..and out I went on my front steps to make that call I have waited my entire career for." Where do I start? With the excitement and joy? Nervousness and uncertainty? Relief and calmness? Seriously, the waves of emotions that I have...
Backyards & Beaches
Backyards & Beaches ... What do each of these have in common? Yes, they're both places that we're retreating to, but in the year of COVID, they're also the new destination for wedding venues! This year has us all rethinking the traditional wedding and for many...
It’s Finally Here
This move has been no joke, but we’re so proud of the end result and all the opportunities that this expansion allows… more product, more workshops, more in-store events, and a whole lot more
Welcome to the OPD Blog!
Hi! We are Heather & Dianne and we’re the proud owners of Only Prettier Design...wedding florists and designers! Our shop in the greater Boston area is filled with fresh blooms and all the home decor to make your heart swoon. Besides entrepreneurs, we are also busy moms to 4 kiddos each! Our lives are crazy, but beautiful. We are excited to share our story with you, all while keeping it very real. While we’re super excited to show you how to execute a beautiful tablescape and design a stunning floral arrangement...we also want this to be a place to share the real struggles of balancing work and life while creating a life we love!