CC&Co

Carol Clarke and Cindy Reading have been fine tuning their art for over 20 years. Natural materials have been chosen, collected and preserved to create unique designs and careful attention is paid to every detail in every step of each project.

In an effort to select the perfect container, the pair seek out antique pots, new and unique products or design their own. Flowers, fruit, moss, fungus, nuts, shells, pods and branches, etc. are all gathered throughout the seasons. These are preserved using various techniques including air drying, dehydrating, silica sand and glycerine. To enhance the natural colour of the dried medium, individual pieces are often individually painted.

The collection eventually provides the perfect piece for a new and exciting design. Whether it is a floral arrangement, woodland vignette, wreath, swag, bouquet, or architectural arrangement, all are unique and one-of-a-kind.

Top photo:
Carol and Cindy.

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Yes, they're real and, yes, they're dried. An antique art nouveau container showcases a modern twist with a stunning arrangement of dried roses and magnolia leaves nestled in a nest of spring willows. This piece was recently created specifically to suit the decor of the buyer's home. CC&Co prides themselves in their versatility in style, design and materials to create something unique.

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Top view of the above arrangement.

4th photo:
Detail view of the above arrangement.

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Wedding bouquet/posey in beaded bouquet holder delivers an everlasting keepsake of your special day. This unique bouquet features hydrangea, pepper berries and peonies all dried, treated and enhanced for longevity. The beaded bouquet holder (pictured in green but available in brown, slate grey or red) is a unique finishing touch. Flowers and dried materials in the bouquet can be varied to suit your wedding colours.

Contact information —
Carol Clarke
(416)234 5933
Etobicoke, ON
(519) 665 2285
Ayton, ON

Cindy Reading
Clifford, ON
ph. (519) 327 8680
e-mail: creadingdesigns@telus.blackberry.net (Please put CC&Co in the subject line of your email)