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During the pandemic, Tara started a flower cart on Pendleton Street that grew into a full service floral business. Drawing from her background in nursing, public service, and healthcare innovation Tara’s passion for outside of the box thinking is evident in her work. She has crafted floral workshops for a diverse array of organizations from industry giants like The Knot Worldwide, to beloved institutions like the Multnomah Athletic Club. Whether she is creating florals for an event or teaching a floral design workshop, she aims to spark new innovative ideas, build group’s connections, and elevate life’s memorable moments.  

Tara Arnold, founder of Pendleton St. Florals, is a wife, mother, and former Mrs. Oregon 2013

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cultivating creativity, one bloom at a time

cultivating creativity

 one bloom at a time

Hillary Reininga loves creating whimsical arrangements to serve others throughout life’s most noteworthy moments. At workshops, she seeks to facilitate an experience for those attending to lean into their intrinsic style as they learn to incorporate specialized techniques and color theory.

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Hillary is a former nurse who has been captivated by floral design

Introducing our floral team. Led by owner Tara. Our team is comprised of a diverse group of freelance professionals. Each team member brings their own unique design expertise. Blending our talents to create innovative and unforgettable floral design workshops and event florals.

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"Our workshop experience with Tara & Pendleton St. Florals exceeded all expectations. From the beautiful setup to the expert guidance provided, every aspect was meticulously planned and executed. It was truly a memorable and inspiring experience for our team."

Lauren K., Director of Creative Operations (The Knot Worldwide)




Lauren F., Club Events Manager
(Multnomah Athletic Club)



Members and non member guests were delighted to have more opportunities to flex their creativity with floral. Tara provides them with a positive space where they can be creative and feel supported to produce a beautiful product. Tara is highly professional with amazing ideas. She executes her floral events with ease and is a natural teacher. She is also very kind and lovely to work with! So excited to see how these floral events expand year to year!

"Tara is so passionate and creative. Working with her was such a joy from start to finish."

Mandy K. 



"Tara's passion for her craft is evident in every arrangement she creates, and I am grateful to have her talent to elevate my home and events."

"Tara has created a one of a kind experience with Pendleton St. florals. Her unique ability to curate stunning color palettes and create interesting shapes and movement in her arrangements is unmatched. She has created individual arrangements for my home and arrangements that showcase at my abstract art shows. Her works of art perfectly pair with fine art."

“Tara was so easy to work with on my wedding flowers. I didn’t know what I wanted, but somehow she knew and they were better than I could have ever imagined. I still stare at pictures of my bouquet to this day. Absolutely beautiful!”

Anjulia J.



“Tara is so talented and a gem to work with! She took the vision I had and transformed it into works of art that were better than I could have dreamed of. They were stunning, fresh, and seamlessly delivered, making my event truly unforgettable.”

Mollie H. 


"I can't recommend Pendleton St. Florals enough! I'm always inspired by Tara's floral work."

"Tara is so creative! She takes the time to listen to what your goals are and then exceeds expectations every time with the most incredible arrangements. If you want something that feels special and unique, Tara is your gal! You can feel the heart she puts into every project"

Kim B.



"Tara is undeniably and incredibly talented; all of her creations are fresh and dazzling"

When I told her of my idea to create a floral Christmas tree, she jumped in feet first with some fabulous ideas. Her hard work, positive attitude and raw talent makes working with her a pure joy and her results, well of course, speak for themselves. Tara is a lovely, special woman and will make you something you have never seen before and yet, you will dream of again and again. We are thankful for Tara for creating an explosion for the senses and for always doing so with warmth and love.”

Heidi S.



"I am consistently blown away by the stunning arrangements and exceptional service from Pendleton St. Florals."

"Tara’s talent and passion is evident in every detail. From the freshest flowers to the most elegant vases, every aspect is carefully considered to create truly breathtaking pieces. But what really sets them apart is their dedication to making every customer feel special. Tara always takes the time to create a bouquet that is intentional and thoughtful and has exceeded my expectations in every way. Tara is the perfect choice for anyone looking to brighten up their day with a little beauty and joy.”

Lauren B.



"Tara has a unique ability to bring joy to every space, and expertise that is inspiring to the newbie or the expert."

The women were beaming with pride and excitement as they learned to arrange flowers from an expert like Tara. They asked when we were going to have another one of these events before the current event was even over! They enjoyed the community and fellowship that the event provided, and the creativity of doing it alongside others was a gift. It was a gift to walk away with a tangible reminder of God's goodness through a floral arrangement.”

Molly I., Pastor at A Jesus Church


"Tara's expertise and passion shine through in every exquisite arrangement she does." 

“I couldn’t be more impressed with Tara at Pendleton St. Florals! She takes the time to understand exactly what her clients are looking for and can assemble bouquets and arrangements that are beyond stunning, with fresh, vibrant flowers arranged to perfection. Whether for a special occasion or just to brighten someone’s day, Tara’s artistry and attention to detail make Pendleton St. Florals the go-to for floral arrangements and design."

Dana F.



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