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Rabbit and the Rose Stephanie Dunn - Bespoke Floral Stylist specialising in weddings, styling and sympathy. Open by appointment, please get in touch!

Rabbit and the Rose is owned by floral stylist Stephanie Dunn, based in North Hampshire. Specialising in bespoke wedding and event flowers, she is also available to take occasional orders, corporate work, funeral, special commissions and workshops. With a background in textile design and styling, Steph is always looking out for new trends and techniques whilst celebrating the natural beauty flower

s and foliage offer. Evoking the senses with a creative approach to composition, textures, colours and the use of scent. Whilst most flowers come fresh from the dutch market, Steph uses English and locally grown where possible, focussing on seasonality and never compromising on quality. It is important for Steph to reflect the customers personality and desires through their flowers, whether it is simply for a gift bouquet, funeral displays or for a wedding, every occasion is as important as each other. Through listening and care Steph will be with you from consultation right through to creating and often delivering your arrangements, so you can be sure you're getting a personalised and bespoke service.

03/04/2025

What better way to welcome Spring than with a gorgeous seasonal door wreath?

Now available to order! 🐣

Wreaths are most definitely not just for Christmas! And the springtime and Easter celebrations go perfectly with this glorious abundant nest, a crown for the door full of colour, texture and seasonal ingredients.

Introducing; ‘Chartreuse’ a muted yet zesty number with yellows, greens and neutrals. Very wispy and textural.
‘Lavender Haze’ a tonal pretty palette, floral elements, calming yet striking for your front door.
And ‘Sugar nest’, a pastel celebration reminiscent of those well known sugar coated chocolate eggs…Delicate and detailed with an abundance of pretty textures and colours.

Order now in time for Easter! Available for the next few weeks. Order via my website, www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk (link in profile)
Also available for nationwide delivery when you purchase the UK delivery 😍

🌷🌼🐣🪺🐰💖

30/03/2025

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

Where has my baby gone!? This gorgeous boy is who made me a mummy nearly 6 years ago, still helping me with my flowers 🥰

Thank you for all your orders and for dropping by at .co.uk for my floral pop up this weekend 💐 it’s been a beautiful few days indeed.

Grab yourself a bargain at Laura’s for the last few arrangements on sale this week, or get ready for spring with some beautiful planters.

I’m so grateful to be a mummy and to provide so many beautiful flowers for beautiful mummies 💕

Have a lovely Sunday ###

15/03/2025

In loving memory…

I don’t often share funeral tributes here. I’m not sure why exactly - maybe so not to ‘dampen the mood’? Or because it feels incredibly private? But actually, it is honestly one of the most beautiful parts of my job. And such an honour. I genuinely feel privileged to create the last gift a person will receive. And to celebrate the life they represent.

Funeral flowers are a reflection of and tribute to
the person they’re in memory of.

A focal point to enable contemplation, emotional respite, a moment of peace.

A talking point for when conversation is really hard.

A comforting beauty and symbol of hope and new life.

What I offer is a little different, I don’t have books of options, it’s a conversation.
If you’re looking for an arrangement that really reflects your loved one, that’s personal and special, I’d love to help.

I’m constantly learning and working on becoming more sustainable within my business. As part of this, I no longer use floral foam to construct displays as this is a single use plastic. Instead, I use several different more environmentally friendly mechanics depending on what the display requires such as wool fibre, moss, chicken wire. I try to use locally grown whenever possible.

I carefully select and curate my stock especially for each booking, and therefore usually require a bit more notice to complete orders. So if you’d like a display from me for your loved ones farewell, please don’t leave it too close to the day to get in touch.

Thank you for putting your trust in me for these ever so special arrangements xx

10/03/2025

today’s prompt is ‘Decision’
You decide… Let’s play would you rather!
ALL the colour, or cool monotone?
Epic fireplace, or luxe arch?
Elegant round, or asymmetric drama?
Meadow all around, or meadow in the sky?
And lastly, but very importantly - disco balls, or dinosaurs?
And please don’t make me choose - I thoroughly loved creating ALL of these and at this point as an exhausted mum of 2 little people I don’t have much capacity for decision making 🤪😂
Xx

08/03/2025

If mini eggs were flowers right?! My offering for mother’s day this year, led by my sweet tooth (as per!)

On international women’s day, have a think which wonderful women in your lives you’d love to give some flowers to? Go ahead and tag them and share some love 💪🏼

Only 3 weeks left till mothering sunday, a day to celebrate and show our gratitude to mums, but also grandmas, mum friends, friends who are like mums, mums you miss, mums to be…

Pre-order is now available, link in profile or copy and paste this address -
Www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop

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03/03/2025

Hi! I’m Steph, Rabbit and the Rose is my floral business and wedding flowers are my speciality…
It’s still March the 3rd (just about!) so the first instalment of with thanks to
Today’s prompt is ‘Brand Re-introduction’
I set up Rabbit and the Rose in 2017, 8 years ago!? Can’t believe it! And an awful lot has happened in that time. I’d really love to do a bit of a long overdue brand refresh as i think brands evolve, I certainly have, so instead of talking about my ‘branding’, i think i’ll just let the flowers do the talking.
I had my second child 1.5 years ago so I thought I’d share a few of my weddings since little Felicity came along, that i think demonstrate a bit of me! And these are a LOT of me… Romantic, joyful, textural, colourful and full of love 💕
Thank you to;
Olivia and Ryan 🌸
Fenella and Patrick 🌹
Kate and Callum 🍉
Will and Ella 🌾
Nicole and Conor 🎃
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It really is such a privilege to provide flowers for so many couples weddings. I’m so full of gratitude that this is still my job. And that i’m full of just as much excitement for the weddings yet to come!

Last photo is a very tired (possibly delirious) me with 3 week old Felicity, working on Liv and Ryan’s wedding. Yes I’m a little bonkers…

05/11/2024

I’d love for you to join me on one of my luxurious wreath making workshops ✨
For one weekend only this year, I’ll be hosting a handful of fabulous (& exclusive!) workshops on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December.
Enjoy a bit of festive escapism and indulge in craft and nature therapy combined.
Book your place via www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk (link in profile)
Xx

29/10/2024

What makes Rabbit and the Rose Luxury Christmas Wreath workshops so special?
Well let me tell you…

🌟An abundance of luxury ingredients. No scrimping, You will have an array of wintery foliages, flowers and textures at your disposal to form your large, lush and sumptuous wreath.
🌟Like jewels on a crown you’ll also have an accessory bar including baubles, fragrant dried fruits and fir ones to add that extra sparkle.
🌟Luxurious ribbons for the final flourish. Velvets, tartan, sparkle to fit your tastes. My wreath workshops are all about personality and freedom to make something truly unique and bespoke to you.
🌟Small class sizes. You can be sure to have plenty of support and attention throughout the class as we have intimate groups of just 8-12 guests.
🌟Beauitiful atmosphere. This year I am delighted to be hosting from the amazing .co.uk brand new location on Scrapps Hill Farm, (which she is launching this Saturday 2nd Nov!!) plenty of parking, local and easy to get to in North Hampshire, Laura has taken great care in making a gorgeous comfortable workshop space. Gentle background music, warm lighting, relaxed ambiance, a true escapism.
🌟Complimentary refreshments. Essential workshop fuel I’ll have Mulled wine, tea & coffee, and festive treats on offer throughout the class.
🌟 Expert tuition. I will guide you through every step to ensure you leave with the most fabulous wreath you will be proud of. With many years of experience I have lots of tips and tricks to give you the confidence to get stuck in!
🌟We do it properly. Sustainable and eco friendly techniques, I use a traditional wire frame with moss, absolutely no plastic in sight - certainly no floral foam! My process is robust and allows for repurposing after. 🌟Longevity. Our wreaths are super long lasting, with the right conditions they will be fresh right through the autumn, Christmas, new year and even into the start to spring!

So, would you invest in an experience like this for Christmas 2024? Join me for a bit of festive escapism, bring a friend or family member and make it a date! Tickets are now available on my website - www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk (link also in bio)

04/10/2024

Autumn *drama* for the most gorgeous of brides. Lovely Fen, your bouquet was truly a privilege to make. Thank you for allowing me to be as creative as I like. Your whole wedding was a work of art from start to finish.

Note to all future autumn weddings - you are not restricted to orange and brown. Sure if you love the classic palette fill your boots, but remember autumn is rich with so many colours, textures and moods. Xx

captures the theatre of this wedding just perfectly 👌🏼 ✨ 🥀

21/05/2024

Quietly waking up the workshop after a brief hiatus… (understatement!)
Happy Anniversary mum and dad, a sapphire inspired bouquet to celebrate 45 years of marriage 💙

WEDDINGS
Back to it this week with the first of 2 joy packed weddings. I’m continuing to keep work a little limited with my family life taking priority. However I am now opening my books for weddings 2025 and beyond! Engaged? Would love to hear from you xx

FLORISTS
I’m available for freelancing! I still have some dates this Summer and Autumn if you need an extra pair of hands and will continue to keep some of my schedule dedicated to freelancing, because i love it! Please get in touch xx

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Basingstoke
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Website

http://www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/

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Rabbit and the Rose is owned by floral stylist Stephanie Dunn, based in North Hampshire. Specialising in bespoke wedding and event flowers. she is also available to take general orders for gifts and occasions, corporate work, funeral tributes, commissions and workshops. Open by Appointment.

You can visit the little floral haven in the quaint converted farm that is Viables Craft Centre in Basingstoke. Please get in touch to place an order, ask a question or book an appointment to visit the studio and have a chat with Steph about your floral needs. Our business hours are Thursday to Saturday 10-4 with limited out of hours appointments available on request. ‘Pop up’ shopping hours are advertised around the high days and holidays such as Christmas, Valentines and Mother’s Day, so keep your eyes peeled for these!

Email [email protected] or text 07506709035. With a background in textile design and styling, Steph is always looking out for new trends and techniques whilst celebrating the natural beauty flowers and foliage offer. Evoking the senses with a creative approach to composition, textures, colours and the use of scent. Whilst most flowers come fresh from the dutch market, Steph uses English and locally grown where possible, focussing on seasonality and never compromising on quality. It is important for Steph to reflect the customers personality and desires through their flowers, whether it is simply for a gift bouquet, funeral displays or for a wedding, every occasion is as important as each other. Through listening and care Steph will be with you from consultation right through to creating and often delivering your arrangements, so you can be sure you're getting a personalised and bespoke service.