^{Image - The Jasperware Tablescape}

There’s a particular moment, I think, in the early stages of working with weddings, where something doesn’t quite add up.

You might feel confident in your ability with flowers. You understand proportion, you understand colour, you can create something that feels...

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There comes a point, I think, in every creative journey when you begin to realise that what you're doing is not simply arranging flowers... you're building something far more substantial than that. You're shaping a way of seeing, a way of choosing, a way of composing, and ul...

^{Image - A Basket of Joy from Flower Class}

If I had a pound for every basket or hatbox I’ve made, I’d have retired somewhere warm by now.  They’re dependable, they sell well, and they’re part of most florists’ weekly rhythm.
But here’s the thing I’ve noticed after years at the bench:

Just because...

^{Image - from Everyday Elevated}

The word sustainability gets used a lot in floristry these days. You hear it everywhere, in conversations about mechanics, sourcing, packaging, marketing, and social media.  And while all of those things matter, I think there’s a bigger conversation we need to have ...

^{Image - Dahlia's & Dogwood from Everyday, Elevated.}

Ease doesn’t just happen during the busiest weeks of the year. It’s built, carefully and intentionally, long before the first flower order is placed.

Every florist knows the rhythm of the peaks. Valentine’s. Mother’s Day. Festive Holidays. Thos...

^{Image - Gemma Wakerley, co-creator of Digital Florists; Software developed for FlorIsts}

I wanted to share something interesting I’ve come across recently, something that’s genuinely impressed me as someone who already values strong systems.

In our industry, good organisation isn’t optional.  S...

^{Image - The Garden Installation from The Installations Masterclass}

Installations might be known for turning heads, but they can do something even more valuable - they can boost your profits.

Too often, I see designers holding back from pursuing installation work because they feel overwhelmed....

^{Image - The Contemporary Hydrangea Installation from The Installations Masterclass} 

There’s something about a brilliant installation that’s hard to ignore. A floral cloud hovering above a long table. A grand archway tumbling with blooms. A window filled with colour, shape and movement that makes ...

^{Image - The Table Design from First Steps with Flowers}

So, you want to work with flowers? Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a florist or just want to create some stunning floral designs for yourself, finding your authentic style is key.  It’s not about copying trends or trying to fit in.  It’s ...