3 Reasons To Buy From a Local Florist this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is the largest floral holiday of the year. It seems like every shop becomes a florist this time of year. Big box stores, gas stations… Everyone has flowers out. But, they are not all treated equally. There are reasons you should buy your flowers from a local flower shop. The Freshest Flowers Florists have tricks. […]
A New Way to Wear Flowers
Let’s rethink the corsage and boutonniere. They have been around for decades… centuries, maybe? But that doesn’t mean we need to continue making them the same way. I have shared many times that I now make wrist corsages on bracelet cuffs. They are more versatile, easier to make (in my opinion), and most importantly–much more […]
Why I Chose Flowers
When I was in 8th grade, we took a test that recommended a career for us. My results said I should be a florist. I remember thinking, “What?! That’s not what I’m supposed to do! I’m supposed to go to college and have a powerful career!” I did go to college. I earned a […]
The Creative Process
What inspires you? I have noticed a lot of articles lately asking creatives this question and talking about the creative process. While I have glanced through some, I’ll admit that I haven’t read many. To me, the creative process is personal and specific to the person. I love brainstorming with other creative people. This is […]
What is a Flower Bar?
What is a flower bar? It’s a chance for you to work with flowers. Looking at beautiful flowers is a lovely experience but interacting with them yourself is even better. There are two ways I am planning on designing a flower bar. DIY Flower Bar Think of this as the bar cart sitting out at […]
Working with Summer Flowers
We are in the heart of summer and with it all the bold and vibrant colors that summer flowers bring us. It isn’t a secret that I enjoy using local, seasonal flowers. So, what is available in southern Indiana this time of year? To me, the quintessential midwestern summer flower is the zinnia. Easy to […]
3 Reasons You Need Flowers For Your Next Photo Shoot
When Shillawna Ruffner asked me to make a bouquet for an engagement photo shoot, I happily agreed. I have made a few flower crowns for photo shoots but I began to wonder why more people don’t ask for bouquets for photo shoots. So, today I have 3 reasons why flowers make everything better! Flowers make […]
Tips For Arranging Spring Flowers
Spring has sprung! Spring blooming trees and shrubs are covered with flowers. Daffodils, tulips, and other bulbs are in their full glory. Trees are covered in bright green new leaves and perennials are pushing up through the ground after their winter rest. It’s natural to want to bring some of that spring abundance into your […]
4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Copy an Image from Pinterest
Most designers have a love-hate relationship with Pinterest. It is a great tool for us to see new ideas and trends and for clients to more easily show us the style they are wanting. But, it can also give clients unreasonable expectations. I think Pinterest is a great tool. I use it regularly in my […]
4 Tips for Choosing Flowers on a Budget
When in comes to wedding planning, one of the most common question is always, “How much does it cost?” As a floral designer, my answer is always, “It depends.” The type of flowers used, the number of arrangements needed, and the overall scale of the wedding all factor into the cost. A talented florist will […]
