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

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

01/06/2023

… Surprise! 🤍

So I’ve been a little busy growing something special the past few months…

Thrilled to be adding to the Rabbit and the Rose tribe (and a little terrified about managing two pickles!) George is so excited to be a big brother. We’re so grateful and blessed to be adding to our family xx
This rainbow baby needs to wait for one more wedding which I’m working on this weekend. A few little bits and bobs to do over the next week or so, then it’s full on nesting mode for me!

I have another gorgeous July wedding with assistance from my lovely then a bit of a ‘break’ till October 😅

Huge thanks to for taking the time to capture these, she’s magic!
for the lending of her incredible boho wedding gown!!
To for sorting my face and hair out! And for letting me jump in on the end of a super cool bridal shoot we did, just so I can have a bit of my own Beyoncé moment!! 😂
And to for hosting us! Flashy rainbow nails by
Earrings from

Totally over the top, definitely ‘extra’, but really fun to have the chance to get these memories whilst being amongst my florals, how can a florist refuse!?

Xx

10/05/2023

Hi insta folk! 👋🏼

I know I’ve been absent from the feed for a little while now… Life has been busy and motivation to post has been low. So just dropping in to say hey, I’m still here, I’ve not gone anywhere :)

How are you?

Since Mother’s Day spring has continued to be pretty full;
- funeral flowers
- photoshoots
- Easter celebrations and family time
- George’s 4th birthday
- spring wreaths
- freelancing
- wedding flowers
- wedding consultations and planning…

Admin day tomorrow so if you’re waiting to hear from me about wedding discussions, invoices and what not, keep an eye on your emails then 😚

A year ago today I was at the gorgeous where .co.uk got this shot for me ☺️
Just look at those May flowers 😍 and appreciation for a rare sight - non scabby florist nails! rescuing my scruffy paws as always ###

11/03/2023

With a week to go till mothering Sunday I’m now planning and ordering in the flowers.
Can’t wait to get my hands on some delicious spring flowers next week for all the mummies 😍

I’ve still got capacity for a few more if you’d like to get your orders in for the Queen or Queens in your life! Which would you go for?…
Dancing Queen 🌞🍹💕💃🏻🌺
Baking Queen 🍓💜🫐🍰🌷
Queen Bee 🐝🌸🤍🦋🍯

Order online www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop (link in profile)

10/03/2023

Happy Friday!
A bright and colourful kaleidoscope to start your weekend…

Just a little heads up it’s Mothering Sunday NEXT week!! If you’re making plans and would like to get a mummy figure in your life some flowers, then please do head over to my website and pre-order yours ready. I’m delivering locally over the weekend from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th, will include a mini bouquet card with your message, super sweet and easy but with a heap of love and thought ###
link in profile or head to www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop

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05/03/2023

Where it all began…

I’ve decided late in the day to have a go at after feeling a bit flat and uninspired with social media recently, this is the perfect push to get my brain working again. So here we go…

Day 1: ‘Brand origin’
Floristry has always been part of my life since the age of 13! (That’s over 15 years btw) But it was in the January of 2017 that things really began to piece together.
The most wonderful experience with got me putting my ‘what ifs’ and ‘maybe one day’ into action, and onto paper. A mood board, then a kick up the bum, one thing led to another and somehow by the July same year I had a shop, a brand and the start of a very beautiful floral story!

A little about the name ‘Rabbit and the Rose’ simply put I had a house rabbit called Joey! I’d love to adopt another rabbit some day, but my family is pretty busy as it is at the moment! (Don’t worry mum!😅)
But also the inspiration came from my love for whimsical narratives. The naive beauty of illustrative story books about nature, in particular Beatrice Potter and Brambley’s hedge. The way they celebrate the seasons and a simpler way of life.

Weddings have become the biggest love and motivation in my business and I think a big part of this is the ability and absolute privilege I have to be part of a couples story. Translating their vision and narrative into flowers, setting a mood and ambiance for the most beautiful, emotive event. It’s so special and I’m always beyond grateful to be given that trust and creativity to provide that for them.

Xx

04/03/2023

Mothering Sunday 2023 🌸 19th March

‘For your Queen’ 👑

We’re now only 2 weeks away from Mother’s Day!

Inspired by our beloved late Queen, this years Mothering Sunday designs are dedicated to the special Queens in our lives. The matriarchal figure whoever that may be to you. Mums and in-laws, nans, mum friends, friends like mums, aunties, best buds and any other queens in your life!

Florists choice (aka my choice!) of whatever is the most delicious in the market at the time. This years Mother’s Day flowers will all be beautifully unique with the seasons best offerings, based on your chosen theme…

See my collages for inspiration behind the 3 themes this year; Queen Bee, Dancing Queen, and Baking Queen.

Which is your favourite?

Prices start from £27 (or just £15 each for the Mama&Me bunches!)

Delivering locally over the weekend of Mother’s Day - let me know if you prefer Friday, Saturday or Sunday!

www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop

Thank you! Steph
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26/02/2023

Mothering Sunday 2023 - Dancing Queen 💃🏻

A little bit of escapism in the form of flowers!
Picture this; by day, lazing by the pool on a peaceful Greek Island, surrounded by the scent of rosemary and citrus trees, and by night you let your hair down with live music and cocktails. So the flowers might not match this exactly, but they’re certainly a token of sunnier times, a joyful energising mix of hot colours and blooms.

Inspired by our beloved late Queen, this years Mothering Sunday designs are dedicated to the special Queens in our lives. The matriarchal figure whoever that may be to you. Mums and in-laws, nans, mum friends, friends like mums, aunties, best buds and any other queens in your life!

Florists choice (aka my choice!) of whatever is the most delicious in the market at the time. This years Mother’s Day flowers will all be beautifully unique with the seasons best offerings, based on your chosen theme, in this case ‘Dancing Queen’.

Pre-order now available via my website! Www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk

26/02/2023

QUEEN BEE 🐝

Queen Bee - Think frolicking in a meadow with the sun beaming down. Pops of buzzing yellow and pretty pastels, fragrant spring blooms blossoming and a warm sunday picnic.

Inspired by our beloved late Queen, this years Mothering Sunday designs are dedicated to the special Queens in our lives. The matriarchal figure whoever that may be to you. Mums and in-laws, nans, mum friends, friends like mums, aunties, best buds and any other queens in your life!

Florists choice (aka my choice!) of whatever is the most delicious in the market at the time. This years Mother’s Day flowers will all be beautifully unique with the seasons best offerings, based on your chosen theme, in this case ‘Queen Bee’.

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See my stories for the other 2 themes ‘Dancing Queen’ and ‘Baking Queen’ and head over to the website for all the size options and to pre-order your Mother’s Day flowers 💕

Www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk

Steph x

26/02/2023

Mothering Sunday 2023 - Baking Queen

Victoria Sponge with sweet strawberry jam, raspberry picking, afternoons baking, warm homely vibes, fragrant herbs and rich berry tones.

Inspired by our beloved late Queen, this years Mothering Sunday designs are dedicated to all the special Queens in our lives. The matriarchal figure whoever that may be to you. Mums and in-laws, nans, mum friends, friends like mums, aunties, best buds and any other queens in your life!

Florists choice (aka my choice!) of whatever is the most delicious in the market at the time. This years Mother’s Day flowers will all be beautifully unique with the seasons best offerings, based on your chosen theme, in this case ‘Baking Queen’.

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Order now via the website www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk
(Link in profile)

Xx

16/02/2023

Let’s talk about Valentines…
After a couple days of decompressing, I want to express my massive gratitude for all the lovely orders I received this valentines.
I LOVE making them for you all. Thank you💕
But now I need to get real.
Valentines is and always was a bit of a slog.
There’s such a lot of work involved; from formulating the designs, buying stock for mock ups, photographing designs, editing images, time promoting and posting, paying for advertising, preordering stock before even any customer orders have come in, the stress and anticipation of will they won’t the orders come in. Normally they come in the end and I actually thrive off the last minute rush and adrenaline.
This year however, it really felt like I was falling on deaf ears?
I get it, money is tight for everyone right now, (me included!!) and my product is luxurious, high end, artisan, special. Coupled with the fact stock prices have gone up and budgets are pinched more than they used to be. And honestly I don’t really celebrate valentines myself - I’m more than happy with a Toblerone and a comical card! 😂 so I can’t expect others to go above and beyond either…

I cant help but feel defeated, and doubt my entire existence - okay that’s a bit dramatic 😂😅

I happened to pop in to a couple supermarkets this week, it was painful to see the amount of last minute buys of plastic wrapped bunches of sad looking penny roses and whatever else was left, when there’s small independent businesses all over, desperate to break even and every sale counts. It was heartbreaking, I just felt like shouting ‘no! Don’t do it! Buy from me instead!’ 🤣 I bit my lip and perhaps I need to stop doing that…
I apologise for the moan and groan but quite honestly, I can’t do this again. I hear you loud and clear, valentines is not a celebration my business should partake in again.
And now I brush myself off and get back up from the thorn ridden floor. Mother’s Day. What should I do? Is this worth doing? Will people want flowers this year? What’s your budget? I’d love to know what you think…
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12/02/2023

Here to save the day! 😆💕⚽️

If you’re heading to Basingstoke Town Football Club this Tuesday night, I’ll be there with a range of floral gifts for you to buy and take home after the game!

11/02/2023

Which will you choose? Saucy Saucy 🍭💖🍦⬅️ or Hot Stuff ❤️‍🔥 🌶️🎆➡️?

Order today via www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop (link in profile)

Local delivery Monday and Tuesday for your Valentine 💌

Xx

10/02/2023

Happy Friday!

Nows the time to get your orders in for Valentine’s Day 💗

I’m delivering across the town on Monday and Tuesday, sharing the floral love 💕

Who will you give flowers to this year? Not just for the love birds, how about your pal who needs cheering up, or to quote Miley ‘I can buy myself flowers!’ We all need some love this February the 14th ###

Buy now via my website or get in touch 😘

Www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop

Lots of love to you all! 🥰
Steph
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02/02/2023

Valentine’s Day 2023 | HOT STUFF ❤️‍🔥
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An electric mix of lipstick reds and candy pinks. A contemporary take on the classic red rose; sexy yet sweet and super romantic.
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At Rabbit and the Rose we always use THE best ingredients, and with that the most premium roses available. No diddly stems here, but the most velvetiest, subtle fragranced, voluptuous, large luxury roses. Named ‘Red Naomi’, these are our favourite red roses and know you will love them too!
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Complimented with a seasonal spring selection of the prettiest blooms to help these stunning roses stand out even more.

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www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop

30/01/2023

VALENTINES DAY 2023 | SAUCY SORBET

A love letter to Spring. An abundance of pastel colours, soft textures and layers of sweet fragrance with an array of seasonal flowers. A respite from the rose, for those bold enough to step away from the red mascot this Valentines. It’s truly a beautifully sweet gift to show your love, with a drizzle of Rabbit and the Rose magic, you can’t go wrong!

Order now via my website…
www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop

27/01/2023

Valentines Day 2023
(Tuesday 14th feb)

Meet ‘Hot Stuff’ and ‘Saucy Sorbet’
Different sizes available to meet your requirements!

Website products are now live so get your orders in! 😘

https://rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop

22/01/2023

Happy Chinese New Year!

Year of the rabbit, must mean there’s a lot in store for us, right? 🤔🐰

Joey illustration by the incredibly talented .joy.art
Xx

13/01/2023

Happy new year! And some colour to brighten up this dreary January…

So I’ve had a bit of an extended break! I don’t know why I feel guilty or pressured to get back to work immediately after new year, I always plan that after the crazy busy Christmas season, that come January I’ll be taking time out to rest and recover… But the floral itch doesn’t take long to return and I can’t put off the admin any longer!
If you’re waiting to hear from me I’ll be all caught up by next week 💕xx

And if like me, you’re in the need of injecting some colour into your lives this grey and sluggish month… then I’ve got some rather lovely spring blooms to fill that space for you!
This week I’ve been doing planning for Valentine’s Day (only a month away fyi!!) and so I have a rather delightful small bounty of stock surplus from making designs. Fancy some? Pop me a message and I’ll do you a discounted bunch delivered locally this Sunday!

2x £60 bouquets available, now £35 each.
£15 bunches now just £10.
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15/12/2022

Your Christmas flowers, available to order now!

Purchase yours here -
https://rabbitandtherose.co.uk/shop/p/festive-jars-of-joy

A winter story; Cosy reds, icy blues, rich berries, snowy whites and a touch of sparkle.

A seasonal selection of flowers and foliage artfully filling a sweet glass jar. A single jar of joy would make the perfect little centrepiece, for the coffee table, sideboard, or loving gift. How about a few to dot along the dinner table centre creating a tablescape for the dining festivities… How will you style yours?

Fresh flowers and table centres will be available for local delivery 21st-23rd December.
Get your orders in by the end of the weekend/19th to guarantee yours!

Xx

08/12/2022

When the customer gives me free reign to do whatever I like…

05/12/2022

Day off today… (sort of) the past few weeks have been non-stop. Literally no day off or what feels like a moment to breathe. Thank you for your patience if you’ve been waiting for my response. I’ve missed George terribly and I think he’s struggled a bit too. But I know it’s for a short period, and I love my work so much. Wreaths, workshops, winter weddings, it’s happening all at once and it’s such a special time.
Here’s a few of the wreaths that have gone out so far.
Lots more wreath orders to go, one last workshop this Tuesday, and the last (but by no means least!) of my weddings this weekend.
Back to it tomorrow but for now I’ve had a much needed day with George, chilling, watching films, writing some Christmas cards and catching my breath ahead of the next busy stint…

30/11/2022

Come join us for luxury wreath workshops with the amazing 🎄 places can be booked through Steph’s website (link in my stories!) The perfect way to start December with some Christmassy fun✨

Photography:

14/11/2022

✨ Luxury Christmas Wreath Workshop ✨

Have you seen my workshop classes this year??

They’re booking up fast but still a few spaces on each date. We always have so much fun, the perfect chance to unwind and get into the festive mood.

I provide all tools and materials so all you have to do is turn up and enjoy!

No experience required, I’ll teach you all the steps and I guarantee you’ll leave with a wreath to be proud of!

I never skimp on materials, so you can be sure you’ll be able to really personalise and make your wreath super special.

Grab a friend and make it a Christmas date 🎄

Wednesday 30th November EVE -

Saturday 3rd December AM/PM/EVE -

Sunday 4th Dec AM/PM/EVE -

Tuesday 6th Dec EVE -

Book here - https://rabbitandtherose.co.uk/workshops

Or for the parlour tearooms on 30th - https://www.theparlourtearoom.com/our-events/p/floral-pumpkin-workshop-and-afternoon-tea-26th-october-2022-ntfrn-srj2c

Can’t wait! 🤩🎄✨

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Workshop photos by Katherine and her camera

27/10/2022

Such a fun evening with the lovely girls at The Parlour Tearoom
Every single pumpkin left looking fabulous 🧡

Check out my autumn wreath workshop (would last for Christmas!) and super festive Christmas wreath workshop over on their website! Limited spaces so book now if you’d like to join us 😚 Xx

23/10/2022

It’s the final day of Lo & Behold… another wedding fair✨

Don’t miss out on a wedding fair like no other! Over 30 incredible suppliers, immersive collab spaces full of inspiration, delicious hot drinks, workshops, live music and entertainment⚡️ The log burner will be keep you cosy on this stormy day - you won’t regret braving the weather!
Come and have a chat! 💐 🧡

Head to the website to book!

https://www.loandbeholdbespoke.com/anotherweddingfair.html

19/10/2022

Fab little article here in sustainability within the wedding industry - check it out. (oh and book the wedding fair this weekend if you haven’t already!!)
Xx

Lo & Behold...Another Wedding Fair, but definitely not like every other one!

18/10/2022

Alice & Charlie | A summer sunset 🌅

The epitome of joy; it had the best relaxed boho vibe, so much was hand crafted by Alice and friends. I had so much fun putting their bouquets and buttonholes together with so many beautiful local flowers from Garden Creations along with Tom Brown Wholesale Ltd and gorgeous floaty silks from Lancaster & Cornish

Stunning images by Holly Bobbins
And awesome wedding venue, The Barn at Avington - which I can’t wait to be back there this weekend!! Still time to book your tickets for the brand new wedding fair !! It’s trend setting, carefully curated suppliers of dreams, lots of freebies, workshops (don’t forget to book on to my flower-crown workshop!! 😍😍) and all round fun time.

https://www.loandbeholdbespoke.com/anotherweddingfair.html

Would love to see you ###

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It’s the final day of Lo & Behold… another wedding fair✨ Don’t miss out on a wedding fair like no other! Over 30 incredible suppliers, immersive collab spaces full of inspiration, delicious hot drinks, workshops, live music and entertainment⚡️ The log burner will be keep you cosy on this stormy day - you won’t regret braving the weather! Come and have a chat! 💐 🧡 Head to the website to book! https://www.loandbeholdbespoke.com/anotherweddingfair.html

SO excited to be back at The Barn at Avington this weekend and for the first ever #loandbeholdanotherweddingfair Still time to book your tickets... general admission is free and VIP tickets are just £5. Book online at Https://loandbeholdbespoke.com/anotherweddingfair An exciting and inspiring wedding fair #forthevisionaries Campaign photos by Kirsty Mackenzie Photography

NEW WEBSITE Www.rabbitandtherose.co.uk I’m so excited to show you my new website! I really hope it will make it so much easier to learn about my services, book workshops, and make purchases! I’d love to know what you think? WORKSHOP DATES And with the new website I’m also pleased to announce my festive workshop dates are now live!! They’ve always booked out so if you’d like to join me this year I’d suggest getting in touch with your mates (always fun todo with friends) and arrange to book as soon as you can! 😚🤩 NEW PRODUCTS Whilst I’m predominantly an event florist and busy with wedding flowers, I love to be able to offer a bit of Rabbit and the Rose magic to all... I will be doing occasional ‘shop drops’ where you’ll be able to purchase local flowers for yourself or loved ones. Currently there’s a gorgeous selection of dried flower items available and also a chance to order your autumn door wreaths! Before too long (need to get myself organised! Eek) I’ll be launching my Christmas range of ‘Jars of Joy’, wreaths, table centres and gifts! 🎄 DELIVERY I’m currently only delivering locally. However… if you’d be willing to be a trial for me I’d love look into some courier options (UK only!) super nervous to ensure my high quality of product, customer service and personal experience is maintained so been reluctant to have this option thus far. But after much request, perhaps nows the time to take this next step!? 🐰

2021 Recap

I’m determined to keep this to 1 post as I’m keen to move on to the year ahead… So here’s an extremely condensed recap! A strange year, almost a game of 2 halves, although I don’t want to discredit the wonderful moments of the first 6 months, it certainly was a slow start… It began with a portion grief, mental health check and a sort of self care hibernation (much like this year tbh!) WFH 🙄 A very stripped back Valentine’s Day (essential as working from the living room!) But then with Spring came hope. Some precious family time. Mini weddings trickled through. Mother’s Day with some of my favourite designs to date. Though a challenge to pull off working on my own, on a dining table… However, it felt a great privilege, this year in particular. Some major dental surgery. Summer came and I’m not sure I stopped to catch my breathe! Weddings of all shapes, sizes, themes and moods; Flower clouds, disco balls, flower chandeliers, meadows, DINOSAURS, arches, neon lights, purples, blues, dusky pink, all green, all white, SEQUINS, berries, woodland creatures, all the colours, neutral tones, autumn rusty tones, Nordic tones… The rush of postponed weddings extended well into autumn and without a break we were suddenly into Christmas. Whilst relocating to parents garage with a refit to create a more working environment... Workshops, wreaths, a festive wedding, tables centres, hampers and Christmas jars. Ending the year with a lovely sickness bug just in time for Christmas Day. Grateful for the work, for all the wonderful creative couples putting their faith in me, friends keeping me sane, grateful for my family for supporting, comforting and putting up with me, my lovely George bringing sunshine to the most miserable of days, my amazing dentist fixing my broken face!, and quite frankly for still being in business despite what the past two years have thrown at us! Hoping for a smoother 2022, with just as much variety (less dental problems 🙏🏼) an

A nap time wreath whilst George sleeps. I’m calling this one ‘Bramble Ramble’

For Danielle and Axel today @tithebarn xx @bethaweddings keeps telling me I need to do more reels so thought I’d better give it a go 😅 I’m very new at this, some practice is required me thinks! I hope you enjoy this little step by step of this gorgeous lush twinkle moongate arch ✨

Let’s dance! Actually, let’s sleep. I’m pooped 🤪 I’ve got some amazing events coming up in the next few months, but yesterday’s wedding marks the end of an incredibly busy summer season. What a way to finish the jam packed wedding season with this amazing day for Kate and Tom. They were so chilled out and let my creativity take the lead. The theme was fresh, energetic, fun, lush greens, neon lights, oh and disco balls!! 😍 I’ll need a few days to recover now, then onto some admin catch up 🤪😅

Floral hugs this weekend. Email [email protected] 🥰

First wreath of the season... Autumnal vibes so totally acceptable in October, in fact, I encourage it! Plus it will still look fab right through till Christmas (and beyond!) I know my wreaths last well because I had my Christmas wreath from last year hanging in my lounge till George was born (April!) 😳 then it went in the garden for the birds to enjoy till the beginning of summer... In part due to laziness, but also because it still looked so lovely I couldn’t bare to throw it away! Taking orders for wreaths! Get in touch if you’d like something special to adorn your door this year. OR head over to the events page in my profile and book onto one of my wreath making workshops to make something this gorgeous for yourself!! PS They’re booking up fast... xx

This time last week... Chunks of meadow finished off this woodland aisle perfectly, blending seamlessly into the backdrop. They’re portable so after the ceremony have them moved to bring the outside in at your reception. 🌿

This bouquet for Philippa 💗 (apologies for the terrible camera skills by me)

🌞Summer sale pop up day! 🎉 Pop by tomorrow (Saturday 28th) 11am-4:30pm for a weekend treat and summer bargain. All plants half price. In stock currently are Monstera (Swiss Cheese Plant), Chinese Money plants, and mini succulents plus a few mini ivies. Outside might be a bit parched but bring some green inside with these cool houseplants. Summer Still Lovelies. Add a pop of colour to your home or a small bunch to brighten up someone else’s day. Seasonal bunch, half price down from £10 to just a fiver! Everything else 20% off! Pots, candles, vases, the lot! All with 20% off. Gorgeous Handcrafted Traidcraft garden items, natural fragrant Beefayre candles and hand creams, Quirky British ceramic animal vessels by Quail, and all my other carefully selected bits and bobs! Great gift items to stock up on now or a summer treat for yourself. I look forward to seeing you tomorrow! 🙋🏻‍♀️ x

🎉Spring Soirée Winner🎉 Thank you everyone who entered! At about half way through writing all the entries out by hand I really wish I’d used excel... So lovely hearing what you’ve all been up to over the bank holiday, it sounds like everyone made the most of the sunshine and spent the day DIYing in the garden and spending time with family. Perfect. Thanks to google who chose number 9 of 67, the winner of the Spring Soirée trio of tins is... @harrisonsmuma !! Congratulations Kirsty! Your trio of tins will be ready for collection tomorrow!

Botanical romance... Just playing with some of the seasons most romantic offerings 💗 Featuring ranunculus ‘Kloon’, ranunculus ‘Butterfly’, dicentra (bleeding heart), icecream tulips, anemones, thlaspi and eucalyptus parvifolia.

Mother’s Day | A walk around my table... What’s your floral style? For Mother’s Day this year I’m offering 3 very different but very beautiful designs; Mother Nature - Wild and natural, Queen Bee - Sweet pastels, and Mamma Mia - bold brights. Give your mum something personal this year with a floral hug that fits her style. Choose your style, your budget and I’ll do the rest! Ready for collection Friday 9th or Saturday 10th. Some limited delivery Saturday and Sunday are available locally.

Self Love 💗 I’m sorry your Valentine didn’t get your hints, I tried my best! But don’t worry, I have some still Lovelies ready for you to treat yourself to some guilt free flowers! Because well, you deserve it! Normally £10, now £5.

💋Valentine’s Give Away Announced!💋 Thank you everyone for sharing the love and entering my Valentine’s competition. Joey gave me a hand picking the winner (with a little help from raisins) and I’m very pleased to announce that the winner is... ❤️Katy Holland!❤️ Well done Katy, your luxury Valentine’s bouquet will be available for collection on Tuesday 13th! PS there’s still time to order your Valentine’s arrangements! Get in touch or tag your Valentine for a little prompting 😘

FriYAY! Happy dancing flowers excited for the weekend 💃🏻 I am away this weekend which means the studio will be closed from midday today until Tuesday when I’ll be open 10-4. If you’d like to get in touch, please still do! Just pop me an email to [email protected] and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. Though I’m not open I’ll be busy Valentines prepping and planning for Mothers Day (which is only in a months time btw!) Have a great weekend ☺️ Steph x

All the metallics and textures... Really enjoyed making this one with a mix of copper skimmia, gold grevillea, silvery eucalyptus and champagne sparkly fircones with the romantic ribbon blowing in the wintery breeze. ✨

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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.