Designs by Janet is an event florist that specializes in making sure your wedding or special event represents your vision. Every event is customized for you. We will work together to look at the designs and color schemes you desire and turn them into the vision that makes your wedding or event perfect.

About Us

  • I cannot recommend Designs By Janet enough for anyone looking for stunning and high-quality floral arrangements for their wedding or any special occasion. Not only was my wedding stunning thanks to Janet’s floral arrangements, but her attention to detail and professionalism made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. From the very beginning, Janet was incredibly responsive to our needs and preferences, and she took the time to understand our vision for the wedding.

    Tim B., Wedding Client

  • It was an absolute joy to work with Janet on the flowers for our October wedding. Her floral designs and ideas were so beautiful and made our day extra special! Janet was so kind and patient and we could not be more thrilled with the way her vision turned out. Highly recommend!

    Allison, Wedding Client

  • Janet is a joy to work with! We have benefited from her incredible talent when she did two weddings and a party for us. Her designs are lovely. She really understood what look my daughters were looking for in their wedding flowers, and delivered it beautifully. She was the best vendor from both weddings!

    Cindy W., Wedding and Event Client

  • Janet helped make our wedding ceremony and reception absolutely beautiful! She listened to all of the ideas we had and helped make our day look exactly like we had always dreamed. She made us gorgeous bouquets, intricate centerpieces, an elegant memory seat, and a stunning flower arch! Janet was great to work with and the flowers were one of our favorite aspects of the wedding!

    Amanda R., Wedding Client

  • Designs by Janet exceeded my expectations!!! Not only were the flowers for my wedding exquisite but she really spent her time on details and made the day stress free. Janet captured the look I was going for and made the experience so enjoyable!! I have sent every bride I know to her and will continue to do so!!!

    Katie L., Wedding Client

  • Janet made sure that every detail was covered. She went above and beyond so many times. At my son’s wedding, she actually stayed to assist with the table centerpieces which were frames and candles for the tables. For my wedding, she moved the ceremony pieces that were hanging on the “trellis” to the candy table to keep costs down. Her idea completely. As you can tell, she has my highest endorsement.

    Karen B., Wedding Client

Meet Janet

Janet has been a floral designer for over 35 years. Her floral experience has evolved from working in a flower shop, to becoming a member of AIFD American Institute of Floral Design, to teaching at the college level. Floral design is one of her greatest passions, and she spends much of her time mastering the latest trends and techniques in the floral industry to use in her business and to teach to her students. Currently, she is the floral design instructor at Kishwaukee College and teaches online courses for AIFD as well as design classes for the Illinois Certified Professional Floral program.

Janet loves to collaborate with couples to create a beautiful atmosphere for their special day. From start to finish, she will work with you to design custom florals for your event. No matter your style or budget, she will bring your unique vision to life.

Publications include:

  • Contributor, Principles of Floral Design textbook by Jim DelPrince and Pat Scace

  • Flora Magazine

  • Northwest Quarterly

  • Various newspaper publications

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It is always fun to add special touches to a wedding reception! Photos by @onlybyhisstrengthphotography
Beautiful romantic backyard wedding arch! Flowers were peachy pink garden roses, white hydrangeas and wild smilax. Photos by @onlybyhisstrengthphotography
Lovely backyard wedding with a gorgeous bouquet of peachy pink garden roses, white roses and a mix of waxflower and seeded eucalyptus for soft accents! Photos by @onlybyhisstrenthphotography
A lovely hanging floral piece is a beautiful way to bring the focus to the newly married couple during their reception! Photos by @nicodemcreative Venue @brixonfox
Lovely hexagon arch used for the ceremony backdrop and then for a photo booth during the reception for a nice dual use! Photos by @nicodemcreative Venue @brixonfox
Loved the pops of colors that these beautiful bouquets brought and how well they complemented the bridesmaids dresses! A loose round bouquet of creamy white roses, babies breath, burgundy spray roses, cappuccino and quicksand roses based lightly with