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Ask Marginpar: A Glimpse Behind The Petals  

Being a great floral designer is so much more than creating beautiful pieces.  Here at Learn Joseph Massie we care about where our flowers come from and are fascinated by every part of the process.

"Ask Marginpar” is a brand new video series from one of our favourite flower growers that gives you an insider’s look at the wonderful world of flowers! 

Join Marginpar's floral investigators, as they explore everything from new varieties of flowers to the science of cultivation.

  • Discover every part of the process from the soil to the packing room.
  • What makes a great quality flower?
  • How placing people at the heart of growing benefits the stems you get to design with.

Get ready to learn, be inspired, and experience the beauty of flowers like never before.

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Breathing New Life into the Everyday Nov 14, 2025

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:

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Sustainability and the Everyday Florist Nov 06, 2025

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 ...

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Creating Ease During The Peaks Oct 31, 2025

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.

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Streamline Your Flower Business Like a Pro : Joseph Massie x Digital Florists Sep 15, 2025

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


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Installations : Bigger Profit Aug 15, 2025

Image - The Garden Installation from The Installations Masterclass

 


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

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Installations : Big Impact Aug 12, 2025

Image - The Contemporary Hydrangea Installation from The Installations Masterclass 


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Curating Your Authentic Floral Style: 5 Steps to Kickstart Your Floral Journey Jul 21, 2025

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 ...

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Floristry in Flux: Navigating Tariffs, Price Hikes and the Unexpected May 09, 2025

Image - Blooms in Bronze Arrangement 


If the current climate has you feeling uncertain, you’re not alone. Inside the Flower Class membership, I offer steady, practical support to help you weather the ups and downs, alongside 300+ design and business lessons, monthly coaching, and a supportive com...

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Taking Centre Stage : Unleashing the hidden potential of floral installations Apr 28, 2025

Image - The Garden Installation from The Installations Masterclass


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Ever wish someone would write all your emails for you so that you can get back to the things you love ...  LIKE FLOWERS?

Let me lighten your workload with this free collection of five essential email templates designed to help you efficiently tackle some of the most common - AND time consuming administrative tasks us floral designers get distracted by. In this helpful guide, I share with you the exact email templates I use within my own business to communicate professionally, keep my busy days better organised and claim back my precious time for a life filled with greater balance and ease.

Download five essential email templates for :

How To Apply For Freelance Work
How To Build Connections And Relationships
How To Book The Bride
How To Send A Winning Proposal
How To Keep The Door Open