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Hello there rose lovers,

My Plaid & Roses show (jokingly called The How Portland Can You Get Show) just went live at La Vida Veggie in Beaverton.

Here are the details.

One show down another show up and the flower shop is brimming with colorful fun to take home with you.  Check them out here.

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