Online - February 15, 2010

Jewel of the Aisle

Brooch Bouquets

Pinheads of the world, rejoice! It’s finally your time to shine.

And you have Amanda Heer to thank. The San Juan Capistrano-based florist is known for her arrangements made of real buds, but it’s her Brooch Bouquets that make our eyes twinkle.

Here’s how it works: You collect brooches, earrings, pendants, watches, and cuff links from friends and family. Once you have 50 to 60 pieces, send them to Heer with a note indicating those you love and like. She’ll take your box of sparkly things, turn them into a magical work of art by adding a few of her own (how she does it is a secret), and ship it to you in just one week’s time.

The bouquets cost $350 each, which is a deal when you consider they are sentimental heirlooms.

They’ll really prick your heartstrings.

Brooch Bouquets (949-240-3571 or fabflorals@cox.net). To see styles, go to broochbouquets.com. Check out some of her recent work in our gallery.

Photo: Alice Hu

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