Daily Journal | Teresa Sabankaya | The Posy Book

Pomegranate Margarita Recipe

'Tis the season for pomegranates and that means margaritas too

Just because those poolside margaritas have slipped away at the close of summer and fall doesn't mean other themed margaritas aren't still on the drinks menu.

A Perfect Posy Vase...finally!

Looking for the Perfect Posy Vase?

I have curated a beautiful collection of jars and goblets that make perfect containers for your posies.

Castle House Bloody Mary Mix Recipe

This is simply the best homemade Bloody Mary Mixer there is! And when you've got an abundance of late summer tomatoes that need a use, AND you're tired of canning tomato sauce, then here's a fantastic solution.

Have you forgotten about buttonholes, my stylish men?

Can we take a moment to admire the long-forgotten buttonhole?

What exactly is it? And why don’t we do this anymore?

According to Google, the definition of a buttonhole is…

A boutonnière (French) or buttonhole (British English) is a floral decoration, typically a single flower or bud, worn on the lapel of a tuxedo or suit jacket.

Spring Honey-Do Cocktail Recipe

Hard work and spring go hand in hand, but so does a little R & R with cocktail in hand to admire the bountiful and beautiful spring!

Bloom Day- March 2024

What's blooming in your garden this March? You'll be surprised the lovely gifts from nature you'll find when you look. Even in the coldest, snow-covered gardens, you can find sweet greens, berries, catkins, and so much more!

Santa Cruz Flower Delivery

Designer choice flower arrangements for Santa Cruz flower delivery!

If there is anything I've missed about closing our little Bonny Doon Garden Company studio, it's the ability and freedom to create a designer choice flower arrangement for local Santa Cruz delivery.

I have gratefully added this glorious designer choice arrangement beauty back up on the website. Besides absolutely loving every second of designing it, I have SO many beautiful flower vessels (really nice ones!) in my studio, and they need to get out the door to their new homes!

Mistletoe Margarita Recipe

You know how I love a good and festive cocktail, as if I needed a festive reason to have one, but, let's just say this Margarita brings on the Christmas cheer like nothing else. If you've ever tried any of my cocktail recipes, you'll know that I make my cocktails strong. I like to taste my tequila.

Posies with Purpose

I had the idea of a ‘posy club’ a long time ago, but only now (finally!) have the time to implement it. And now’s a perfect time, because we are entering into a New Year soon. I can’t think of a better way to treat yourself, or someone else, than with a beautiful flower arrangement that tells you a story in the language of flowers. And each beautiful posy will be delivered right to your door!

A Posy for the Newlyweds

Look no further for the perfect congratulatory gift for the newly married couple

Nothing conveys love, happiness, and all those warm congratulatory wishes like the language of flowers. They are love's truest language, after all. And the Wedding Wishes Posy is absolutely perfect for the newlyweds.

Spiced Apples and Tequila! ....a not pumpkin spice cocktail recipe

I am never ready to relinquish my summer tequila cocktails, so, in honor of fall and the apple harvest, I have created this delicious Spiced Apple Margarita. It's the best...

Posy Kits--the ultimate DIY Floral Box at 15% off

It's time to make a posy!

Can you imagine sending or receiving a box full of luscious blooms, fragrant herbs, an assortment of gorgeous ribbons, baubles, and fine, decorative papers?

All this, plus a little extra, is included in a Posy Kit. Also, we include a link to watch a video where Teresa herself instructs on how to put it all together. It only takes 45 minutes approximately from start to finish, and you'll have a beautiful, well-designed posy in hand, complete with a thoughtful sentiment tag that decodes the posy's message.