By Damgaard

05/01/2024

Focus ✨
. is my word for 2024.

A belated Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you 💛

I have done a lot of thinking and I have made a decision. I won't run this as a business for the time being, maybe in the future, maybe not and maybe never again. Only time will tell.

My aim is to attend our local Made n' Grown - 3 Rivers Region market every month.
Flower availability will vary, but I will be sure to let you know here if there is a chance to grab some fresh blooms ✨

I want my focus to be on my family and my job at TAFE NSW. I'm very passionate about teaching floristry and I feel deep that it is the right path for me.

However I'll never stop learning and explore. I dream of attending workshops, do a bit of freelance work and educate myself further within floristry. I want to play with new (and old) techniques, explore different materials, dig even more into sustainable practices within floristry and I would love to share with you the designs I create, if you stick around on this page.

When I come up with a name for this page that feels right, then I will rename it.
Sometimes this page will be quiet, sometimes I'll have lots to share. It all depends on how busy life is.

When the time, energy and material to share is there, I will share. When not, know you are not forgotten, but my focus is elsewhere.

A couple of days ago I got reminded that it is the little things that really are the big things in life. I don't want to be so busy that I don't pay attention to the little things and let them slip away.

Thank you for your understanding and I truly hope you want to stick around and follow the next chapter of my floral journey ✨

What is your word for 2024?
Let the new year be magical, pay attention to the little things ✨

02/12/2023

Come and wage peace and kindness with us!

Makers Space invites you to an afternoon of cosiness, comfortable conviviality and contentment.

It’s FREE to come along, from 2 - 5 on Saturday December 16. This is our gift to you.

Let’s escape the epidemic of busyness, media horrors and the hustle and bustle of life, for just a few hours. Join our makers, Anne and Sandra, for a cosy afternoon break, and wrap yourself in words of peace and Danish hygge.

You can just enjoy the company, or get creative and make a traditional Danish julehjerte or a ‘words of peace’ collage heart. (there is a little gift waiting for anyone who can master the pronunciation of ‘hygge’ and ‘julehjerte’!)

Our Makers Space Christmas Pop-up Shop will be open too!

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First candle is lit ✨
Give yourself a few hours to slow down on the 16th of December. It'll be hygge ✨ and wonder how to make the stars like in the photo? Come along the 16th and I'll show you how to and you can take home your own. We hope to see you there 🎄

01/12/2023

Advent ✨
This year I have finally got around to make a proper advent wreath. A tradition we've always sworn by in my family, because it is 'hygge' 💛
Every Sunday up until Christmas Eve we light one candle, so on the fourth Sunday all four candles are lit. Starting on different dates each year depending on, when the first Sunday of the four is before Christmas Eve. This year we light the first candle this Sunday the 3rd of December.

Have you ever heard of this tradition before? ✨

Remember never to leave burning candles unattended ☝️

19/11/2023

Wreath inspiration for your Sunday 🎄
Glitter = Christmas magic ✨

10/11/2023

Still spots available for our Christmas Wreath making workshop 🎅🎄

We'll be creating with a vine wreath base, Australien native flowers and gumnuts from Bilby Blooms Nursery, a variety of dried items, ribbon and baubles.
All materials are included, but if you have that special ribbon or that special ornament you would like to incorporate, don't hesitate to bring it 🎄

For more information and to book in, go to https://www.makersspace.com.au/events/christmas-wreath-making-with-sandra-damgaard-lb2z9

03/11/2023

Let's create some Christmas cheer 🎄🤶🎅🌱

Christmas Wreath Making with Sandra, By Damgaard in Dunedoo and Geurie.

For more information and to book in, go to https://www.makersspace.com.au/events/christmas-wreath-making-with-sandra-damgaard-lb2z9

09/10/2023

A little throwback Tuesday to two years ago, where I created this wedding bouquet 🧡
A wedding bouquet that is very close to my heart.

Are you getting married or do you know someone who will tie the knot in 2024?
Let's create some floral magic for your magic day! 💛

04/10/2023

Instagram
For those of you who follow my business account on Instagram might have noticed the lack of posts. The truth is, I can't get into that account at the moment and haven't been able to for a while. I'm working on it 💛

Website
I'm recreating my website and it will be ready for launch in the new year. I'm very excited to share it with you 💜

12/09/2023

Foliage only 🌱

From the beautiful garden of Mayfield, Birriwa NSW 💚

11/09/2023

The flowers and foliage from Bilby Blooms Nursery makes my job easy 💚

09/09/2023

A fresh morning at the markets, but as always a lovely morning out 🧡

Centerpiece using only locally sourced flowers, foliage, timber and fruit, a small glass vase and coffee lids 🌱

08/09/2023

Come and create a table centerpiece with me at the Made n' Grown markets tomorrow morning 🧡

I'll be using iris, oranges, a piece of timber and coffee lids.

See you at 9am? 🙃

04/09/2023

A spice rack gone wild! 😅
Enjoy your Monday everyone 💛

29/08/2023

The face behind By Damgaard 🌱

Some of you know me personally, some of you have seen me around Dunedoo, some would have seen me at various markets, some would have seen me in my teacher role, and some might never have seen me before. But let's put a face to the business, shall we? 😅

So here I am! (and my furry friend Kento)

Firstly; Hi and welcome!
My name is Sandra and I'm forever grateful you are here.

Now a little about me and my why.

My why
To be able to create something meaningful for someone in both good and bad times is incredibly rewarding. It makes my heart happy. I'm humbled and honoured that this is my way of life. Being creative and even being able to pass on what I have learned by teaching floristry is no less than amazing!
As soon as I came across an actually career path as a florist (after a long bumpy road to find my path), everything within me said 'yes!'. I have always picked flowers (and rocks - so many beautiful rocks! And sticks! Their different shapes is so inspiring!). I have always felt at home in nature. Now I get to create for you in your happiest times, your hardest times and everything in between. Feelings, thoughts and words described with natures wonders. What more can I ask for? 🌱

Floristry facts about me
- I work with you and your ideas, if you have a vision.
- Nature is my biggest inspiration
- I started my floristry career more than 10 years ago
- I'm a certified florist in both Denmark and Australia
.. and 3 things about me outside the floristry world
- I love colouring in and painting (I have heard you don't have to be good at something to enjoy it 😉)
- I enjoy a cup of tea (and I am in fact good at drinking tea, haha! Teapigs liquorice and peppermint has been a favourite for years!)
- I got promoted to Mum in February 💜

That's all for now guys! Have a great Tuesday ☺️

Want to learn more about my floristry services? Don't hesitate to reach out 💛

27/08/2023

2 bunches from earlier this week with natives and flower bulbs 💜
The bulbs can be planted making the joy of these two bunches last even longer 🌱

Happy Sunday 💜

23/08/2023

The cheeky lamb is back in stock and now on folded cards 🤍
He always puts a smile on peoples faces and it is priceless! ☺️

21/08/2023

Wild like our beautiful nature 🌱💛💜

11/08/2023

Flower bulbs and candlelight - to brighten up your winter 🤍
The last month has gone so quickly with the Lazy River Estate winter market, Leadville market and tomorrow I'll be at the Made n Grown Market in Dunedoo. Jubilee Hall, from 8.30am. See you there! ☺️

18/07/2023

Table centerpiece 🌱
. For a much bigger table than my dining table 😅

I've been excited to share this piece with you!

07/07/2023

Ready for the Made n' Grown markets tomorrow at Jubilee Hall 🙌
Fresh blooms, bunches of cotton, wreath pictured and more - perfect way to start your Saturday 🌱

05/07/2023

Beautiful natives 🌱 to brighten your Wednesday.
Smaller bunches will be available on Saturday at the Made n' Grown markets 💛

04/07/2023

Made n' Grown markets this Saturday the 8th 🌱
I hope to see you there.

On this beautiful rainy day, I've picked up the most stunning flowers from Bilby Blooms and staying warm with a hot cup of chai. I have to do a big shout-out to The Bee Farmer's Wife - the chai honey is a brilliant idea! If you like chai latte, you'll have to try this:

Choose your preferred milk, warm it up to your preference and stir in a good teaspoon of chai honey. Voila!

Enjoy the rain 💦

10/06/2023

Update; Sold 💚

3 native bunches available for delivery or pick up 💚
Flowers from Bilby Blooms Nursery 🌱
Comment below or send me a message to get yours ☺️

09/05/2023

Made n' Grown Markets 🍂
Will I see you this Saturday?

Remember Mum this Sunday. Remember her every day, but spoil her a little extra on the day dedicated to her ❤️

You can still pre-order flowers both for pick up Saturday or delivery Sunday 🍂

01/05/2023

Mother's Day 💝

Spoil your mum with a beautiful bunch of flowers for Mother's Day Sunday 14th May.
Pick up and delivery* available.

I will be at the Made n' Grown Markets Dunedoo next weekend 13th May where I will have bunches available, if not sold out before.

So if you don't want to miss out - pre-order and I will have the bunch ready for you to pick up at the markets between 8.30am and 12.30pm or I'm happy to deliver Sunday 14th May.

*Delivery only available Sunday 14th May.

25/04/2023

Anzac Day 2023

Did you know, that ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and that 'Lest We Forget' is borrowed from a line in a well-known poem written in the 19th century?
The phrase 'lest we forget' means 'it should not be forgotten'.

Lest We Forget 💜

To remember always the service and sacrifice of people who have served in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

Source; anzacportal.dva.gov.au

09/04/2023

Happy Easter 🐣🐰💛

31/03/2023

Floral cuff 🤍

I have been exploring new techniques thanks to Nadine from The Ivy Institute and I'm so excited to share the end result of this floral cuff with you. Also called a wrist corsage as many of you would know them as.

This technique is definitely a keeper, it is incredibly comfortable to wear and I often get asked if these types of design lasts and the answer is; yes, most definitely!
I only use materials that I know will last the entire event you'll be wearing it for 🤍

Have a wonderful weekend 💛

27/03/2023

Flowers for the annual Deb Ball at Dunedoo Central School done and dusted 🤍
A massive thank you to DCS for choosing me again this year to create the flowers for the ball.
I hope, you all had a wonderful day and night 🤍

26/03/2023

A cascading bouquet with crossed stems 🤍
Finished off as a normal bouquet ready to be popped into a vase, but can easily be used as a wedding bouquet as well, which would just require a ribboned finish of the stems for the bride to hold 🤍

Have a wonderful Sunday 🌱