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Plan A Celebration of Life at The Painted Petal

Plan A Celebration of Life at The Painted Petal

by | Sep 29, 2025 | Blog, Planning Events

Plan A Celebration of Life at The Painted Petal

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Perhaps you find a traditional funeral home or church venue doesn’t quite fit the vision you have to remember your loved one. You’re looking for a neutral venue that can provide the comfort you need without the timing, religious, or financial constraints that may come with a legacy approach… or you just want to do things a little bit differently and create something completely unique to your particular situation. No matter what your reasoning, we are here to help you create something special without breaking the bank. 

At The Painted Petal, we understand that saying goodbye is both deeply personal and profoundly meaningful. Our historic home offers a serene, intimate setting where family and friends can gather to honor, remember, and celebrate a life well lived. With its period charm, warm atmosphere, and thoughtful details, The Painted Petal provides the kind of peaceful backdrop that makes remembrance both beautiful and comforting, while providing the technology you need to create a moving tribute.

Why Choose The Painted Petal for a Celebration of Life?

  • Historic Atmosphere – The 1910 Craftsman architecture and lovingly restored period details create a timeless setting that feels both warm and dignified.

  • Comfortable Gathering Spaces – From the cozy parlor with its terra cotta fireplace to the library, dining room, music room, and terraces, your guests can share memories in intimate, welcoming rooms.

  • Flexible Formats – Whether you prefer a formal memorial, a casual storytelling gathering, or a catered luncheon, our venue adapts to your family’s needs.

  • Privacy & Exclusivity – When you reserve The Painted Petal, the entire property is yours for the day, ensuring privacy and a sense of closeness.

Available Spaces

  • The Parlor – A graceful setting for words of remembrance, music, or prayer.

  • The Library – A quiet retreat for reflection or sharing photo displays.

  • The Dining Room – Perfect for a meal of comfort foods, catered service, or refreshments.

  • The Terraces & Porch – Outdoor areas where guests can gather in the fresh air, surrounded by gardens.

  • The Music Room – With its grand piano, ideal for live music, hymns, or favorite songs.

Services & Enhancements

We can help with:

  • Catering arrangements for refreshments, luncheons, or dinners

  • Floral décor in keeping with the occasion

  • Memory tables, photo displays, or tribute slideshows

  • Musicians or live performers

  • Overnight accommodations for family or out-of-town guests

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Plan your Perfect MicroWedding at The Painted Petal

Plan your Perfect MicroWedding at The Painted Petal

by | Sep 28, 2025 | Blog, Planning Events

Plan your Perfect MicroWedding at The Painted Petal

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When it comes to celebrating love, bigger doesn’t always mean better. Microweddings are all about intimacy, authenticity, and unforgettable details. At The Painted Petal, we specialize in turning small gatherings into extraordinary celebrations filled with timeless charm and effortless elegance. Whether you envision an indoor ceremony surrounded by vintage craftsmanship or an outdoor exchange of vows in the gardens, our historic guest house offers the perfect backdrop for your big day.

A day That reflects Your unique Vision

One of the many advantages of hosting a microwedding at The Painted Petal is the flexibility. Couples can stage their ceremony in a variety of settings:

  • Indoors: Exchange vows in front of the terra cotta fireplace in the parlor beneath the leaded glass windows and jaw-dropping antique light fixtures. We can arrange seating in a variety of way to make the most of the intimate space. 

  • Outdoors: Say “I do” surrounded by seasonal blooms on one of our terraces, in the garden, or under the shade of the grand porch. Of course there are limitations with the weather, but we can work with you to ensure a beautiful, comfortable setting.

Each location carries its own character, allowing you to choose a setting that perfectly reflects your story.

Guest Suites for Style and Comfort

Our five guest suites aren’t just accommodations—they’re an experience. Luxuriously appointed with historic furnishings and period décor, each suite provides stunning photo opportunities as you get ready for your big moment. Your bridal party will love the spacious walk-in closets, dressing areas, and cozy window seats, while your photographer will adore the natural light and elegant backdrops. After the festivities, you and your closest loved ones can retreat to the comfort of these suites for a truly memorable stay.

A Dining Experience to Remember

No microwedding is complete without a meal that delights. At The Painted Petal, you can choose to host your event in one or all of our beautiful rooms. We’ll work with you to configure the space in a way that fits your needs perfectly.

  • The formal dining room, where antique furnishings and soft lighting set the stage for a refined, intimate dinner.

  • The Chicken Coop, a whimsical outbuilding transformed into a charming dining space, perfect for unique, cozy gatherings that make the most of both the indoor and outdoor spaces.

  • Al fresco terraces, where fresh air and garden views provide a picturesque setting for a celebratory feast.

From elegant plated dinners to beautifully styled grazing tables, your dining experience will be as unforgettable as the vows themselves.

A Trusted Network of Wedding Professionals

Planning a microwedding should feel exciting—not overwhelming. That’s why we’ve built a network of talented professionals ready to bring your vision to life. Our partners include:

  • Hair and makeup artists to pamper you and your bridal party.

  • Photographers and videographers who know how to capture the magic of The Painted Petal’s historic charm.

  • Expert planners to coordinate your timeline and details seamlessly.

  • Stationery designers who will help you create cohesive, elegant invitations and day-of materials.

  • Florists and décor rental companies to transform your chosen ceremony and reception space with beauty and style.

With these trusted partners, we can curate a cohesive, polished experience that aligns perfectly with your theme and personality.

Comprehensive Packages for Peace of Mind

At The Painted Petal, our goal is to give you the gift of ease. Our comprehensive packages are designed so that all you have to do is relax and soak in every moment. We’ll coordinate with vendors, oversee details, and ensure everything unfolds beautifully, leaving you free to focus on what matters most—celebrating your love.

Make Your MicroWedding Unforgettable

From the moment you arrive to the moment you depart as newlyweds, The Painted Petal provides the perfect stage for an intimate wedding filled with beauty, joy, and history. Whether your style leans toward classic elegance, vintage romance, or whimsical charm, our venue and team will help you bring your vision to life.

Your story deserves a setting as unique and timeless as your love. Let The Painted Petal be the place where your forever begins.

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Transforming The Chicken Coop

Transforming The Chicken Coop

by | Sep 20, 2025 | Blog, History, The Restoration

Transforming The Chicken Coop

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Where we started

One of the first things I noticed when I saw the property for the first time was an old, sagging, tired building at the edge of the property. With it’s huge windows and weathered old doors, I couldn’t imagine what this building could have been used for. With an awesome view of the parks, fields, and velodrome behind us, it seemed like a prime location for something really special.

I had to kick the old door open, as it had long since swelled and rotted off of it’s hinges. What I found inside was pretty remarkable. It had been an old chicken coop. There were little nesting boxes, shelves, and an old (human) outhouse to boot.

Oddly enough, one of the previous owners had used old license plates to repair areas where there were holes in the walls, which was an amazing find of its own – several completely intact Pennsylvania license plates from 1922 and 1923. Awesome.

I began digging around in the old nesting boxes and found an old toy army jeep, a little cap gun called the “Biff Junior”, and lots of very old baseballs. Further discoveries included some campaign pins for Teddy Roosevelt’s presidential campaign in 1904, and some really hilarious old pornographic playing cards that are way to risque to go into here. Maybe if you rent the place we’ll show them to you.

All I could imagine while standing out there was what an awesome little hideaway this could be, especially with the kind of views that could be had by installing some new windows. And maybe adding a little terrace space out there for warm nights to watch the fireworks at the cycling center.

The only thing that made financial sense was to tear it down. There was no way this building would be able to stand up to the kind of work that would be needed to make it stable and safe for guests. But at the same time, the whole point of this project was to restore what was there, not construct anything new. So we had to get creative. Really, really creative.

A clucked up Process

Probably not the most logical order or operations to be sure, but the first thing we did was re-shingle and stabilize the roof and add gutters. We were having the same done to the house and the garage at the time, so it made sense to take care of the coop roof, even if we weren’t quite sure of what we were doing yet.

The next part came when it was time to lay all of the beautiful Pennsylvania bluestone we picked out for the walkways and terraces. We decided that we needed to lay a stronger foundation and floor for whatever this was going to be, so we literally rolled the old building backwards on plastic tubes, fixed the foundation and floor, and then rolled it right back over top.

Next, Hriczak Electric installed an electrical sub-panel and ran a conduit underground from the house to the coop so that we could have lights, GFCI outlets, and support a mini-split for the building. Still having no idea what we were doing, we knew at a minimum it would have to have lights, power, and climate control.

And that’s where it sat for about a year. Permitting was not easy or timely but we got it done. Now, it was time to call in The Mikes. Michael Cecere and his father (Also Michael Cecere) of the Finishing Touch have worked with us on a number of projects, and they are absolutely masters of both carpentry and craftsmanship. Together, we came up with a plan to raise the roof, re-bulid the windows and doors, and create a bar at the back of the coop that would allow guests to slide open large windows to serve food and drinks to their guests.

It was an awesome and a no-brainer for anyone renting the property for private dinners, weddings, and the like. But still, something was missing. Even though I knew it was going to look good, it was missing the beautiful details found in the house. And just as I was contemplating ways to add that historic charm to a run down old outbuilding, I found a set of incredible stained glass windows from a turn of the century mansion in Chicago who had a date with the wrecking ball.

Made of leaded glass in clear and emerald green, the window were in incredible shape. The Mikes were able to make some small repairs to the lead, and refinish the frames. Like it was meant to be, the windows fit perfectly into the openings we had to work with. And just like that, our tired old girl had some beautiful jewelry to help her glow (literally).

Finally!

Check out the gallery below to see the progress over the 18 months it took to make the re-imagined chicken coop a reality!

 

 

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An Explosive Discovery at The Painted Petal

An Explosive Discovery at The Painted Petal

by | Sep 18, 2025 | Blog, Events, History, Problems

An Explosive Discovery at The Painted Petal

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That Time I Found TNT in The Basement of The Painted Petal

When you buy an old house, you expect a few surprises. Maybe a hidden doorway, some questionable wallpaper, or a trunk of old clothes in the attic. You don’t expect to find crates of TNT stashed behind your oil tank. But hey—welcome to The Painted Petal.

The Discovery

It was February 2023, right after I acquired the house. I was cleaning in the basement with my Dad, when I noticed a stack of wooden crates tucked under some old insulation and lumber. They were printed with colorful ink, and honestly, they looked kind of cute—like old fruit crates. For about 30 seconds I thought, oh, fun, some vintage boxes for decorating.

Then I saw the words: HIGH EXPLOSIVES and DANGEROUS.

Cue the record scratch.

The Call

I called the local police, who kind of scratched their heads, unsure what we were really looking at – so they brought in the fire department. For a while, nobody could quite figure out what we were dealing with. It wasn’t until the Allentown Bomb Squad arrived that the situation escalated from “huh, weird basement junk” to “oh my gosh, this is serious.”

Turns out, it was 42 pounds of TNT, manufactured nearly 100 years ago by the Trojan Powder Works in Allentown. And yes, they were very real explosives.

The Bomb Squad did their thing, hauling the crates out and later detonating them in a controlled explosion that shook the Lehigh Valley. If you heard those massive booms in February 2023 and thought a train derailed or the earth split open—nope, that was just my new house introducing itself to the neighborhood.

Why Was It There?

Here’s the kicker: one of the Painted Petal’s early inhabitants worked at the Trojan Powder Works after World War I. Was this just a perk of the job? A “take your work home” kind of situation? We may never know why someone thought storing dynamite behind the oil tank was a good idea, but… they did.

Our Claim to Fame

So yeah—most people buy a house and discover a leaky pipe or some raccoons in the attic. I bought a house and found enough TNT to level a city block. On the bright side, it definitely put The Painted Petal on the map as one of the most interesting houses in the Lehigh Valley.

And the best part? Now you can actually stay here. No explosives included—just gorgeous guest suites, a music room with a grand piano, a parlor with a (perfectly safe) fireplace, and plenty of stories to tell at dinner.

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