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I had a few aged terra cotta pots, but need more in pinch. Chalk to the rescue. Add interest by using the side of simple classroom chalk and smoothing with a towel. Instant age without all the fuss! To create a one-of-a-kind look, focus on pressing harder in random areas for more chalk transfer. Photo by @heatherpaynephoto

A photo posted by Team Flower/Philosophy Flowers (@kelly_perry) on Sep 19, 2015 at 5:11pm PDT

Pack a punch with a peppercorn lined tray! A true textural delight with fragrance and contrast! Photo by @heatherpaynephoto

A photo posted by Team Flower/Philosophy Flowers (@kelly_perry) on Sep 21, 2015 at 5:26pm PDT

This custom structure for Samantha's wedding is featured in The Knot NC! I love how it's playful, reaching posture reminds me to raise my arms to the sky open wide! Photo by @heatherpaynephoto

A photo posted by Team Flower/Philosophy Flowers (@kelly_perry) on Sep 11, 2015 at 5:16pm PDT

Throw back to my cake baking days. I pull it out in a pinch for shoots sometimes and you can too! Rice crispies covered in cookie cutter fondant. Photo by @marciemeredith

A photo posted by Team Flower/Philosophy Flowers (@kelly_perry) on Jun 16, 2015 at 5:08am PDT