Flourishing Flowers

12/08/2024

I can highly recommend Victoria's classes. I attended her willow obelisk workshop in the spring which was really enjoyable 🥰

About this workshop:Join Victoria from Wild Willow & Bloom and enjoy a relaxed and friendly workshop creating a seasonal dried flower wreath. The first part of the workshop will be spent weaving your own willow hoop which will become the base for your wreath. If you are new to weaving with willo...

22/07/2024

Well the summer seems to be here at last.......or is that a maybe?! 😂 I'm going to be out of action for a few weeks, so if you need any bouquets or funeral flowers can I suggest you contact my friend Joann on 07742 752361 who will be happy to help you until I'm back to work. Thank you💕

19/07/2024

I always appreciate it when customers message me, this received from Jenny after delivering a bouquet recently, 'Thank you - they are lovely- quite perfect.'

17/07/2024

If you go down in the woods today......you're sure of a big surprise! 🐻😃How lovely are these sculptures and what a surprise to see them on our dog walk in Norsey Woods the other day ❤️ We are so fortunate to be surrounded by such beautiful countryside and works of art 😊

03/07/2024

Whilst I love working with clients to bring their ideas to life, sometimes it's having a play with a few leftovers that makes my heart sing 🥰 It's not always about expensive blooms......apart from a few lisianthus these are all home or locally grown. If you'd like to learn how to make arrangements like this drop me a line to show an interest.

28/06/2024

What idiot deals with flowers in this heat.....me of course! 🥵😆 This preparation needed to be done in the cool of the evening and whilst everyone else was watching the football I was out in the garden. It wasn't all bad, I had a sneaky ice cream (same colour tones!) and a large cuppa. What a fab way to spend a couple of hours 💗

24/06/2024

'CHANGING FUNERAL FLOWERS ONE ARRANGEMENT AT A TIME' this is the mission of which I'm pleased to tell you I have recently joined. I'll be updating my page and website over the next few weeks and giving you more information, so if you want alternatives to the usual brochure funeral flowers do keep an eye on my page💐

17/06/2024

Is summer finally here? I think so......at last!! 🥰 These beautiful blooms have been boosted by the arrival of these little wonders.......I love seeing ladybirds as much as the bees! 🐞🐝 They're great for keeping aphids under control instead of using insecticides ❤️

29/05/2024

I love the quirkiness of these white Alliums, with their twisted stems and the pretty pink Alstroemeria which reminds me of Cornetto ice cream🍦Both came together in a delicate posy style arrangement for a client wishing to celebrate the life of a special friend 💗🌷🌸

24/05/2024

If you've been following Chelsea you may have seen this stunning design; words cannot describe how beautiful this arrangement is, it captures an English country garden at its best. So calming too. Thanks to Absolutely love it 💗💗💗

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What wonderful talented members we have!
I went to Chelsea yesterday and sought out member Nicola Hill
The crowd around her lovely Gold medal display ooh’d and aah’d and took photos both of the flowers and also lots of selfies infront of the stand.
What would they have done had Nicola arranged the same spring flowers in a slightly different fashion and labelled them funeral flowers?
Why should we treat floral beauty differently because of its function?
Beautiful flowers are beautiful flowers whatever they’re used for.
Be proud of your funeral flowers.

20/05/2024

What a pleasure to teach this enthusiastic hen party a new skill this weekend.......the art of the hand tied bouquet - they made beautiful arrangements 💐 This was also an opportunity to celebrate British flowers and tasty Italian treats, courtesy of Ann's Smart School of Cookery Much preparation went into the flowers and food, as you can see from the photos 😊

17/05/2024

It's peony season, big, blowsy and beautiful flowers; blink and you might miss them, as they're not around for long! 👀 I can't wait to use them this weekend 💗 My garden peonies were doing so well until the rain hit them - such a shame 🌧️😞

15/05/2024

I'm back!! I took a break from FB at Easter and haven't really been back - oh how liberating it's been! 🥰🥰🥰 We all put ourselves under pressure at times but there is this constant expectation to be posting on social media, which can add to a feeling of overwhelm with everything else going on. Sometimes you have to think of your own wellbeing. I will be sharing a couple of things I've done recently which have helped my creativity and feelings of overwhelm, making me realise I don't 'play' enough - keep watching over the next few weeks and I'll explain. Starting with Create Yourself Calm a local workshop I attended which offered a time to relax, create and find your inner child. As adults we often lose the joy and opportunity of playing; everything becomes so serious. Being creative really does improve your mental health and I will continue to get out my colouring books and pens to find some calm. If you don't give yourself 'time out' do consider one of these sessions, I would highly recommend. If you need another reason, it also involves tea and cake! 🫖🍰😉

30/03/2024

🥚🐣🌷 Wishing all my family, friends and clients a wonderful Easter 🥚🐣🌷

20/03/2024

This was one of my jobs yesterday......I was lucky the weather held out! 😊 A couple of left over Sedum stems popped into a vase.......if you look closely it started to show fresh roots and greenery 🌱 So not wanting to waste them, they were potted up in a mix of compost and gravel. I'll be keeping an eye on these little fellas, keeping them hydrated and warm and hopefully I will have three new plants! Who doesn't like a freebie!! 🥰

15/03/2024

All work and no play......a visit to Warley Place, Brentwood for a bit of relaxation and inspiration. The sights, sounds and scents were a real therapy 💜 Wild garlic, and daffodils were in abundance. We also saw blue t**s playing tag and squirrels posing for photos - couldn't get a picture - far too quick 🐿️😉! A tad muddy after all the rain but really worth a visit. Probably best during the week if you can - parking is very limited.

13/03/2024

Did you know the Pantone colour of the year 2024 is Peach Fuzz? A calming and warm pinky peach shade. This colour will inspire interior designers, fashion houses and more. As a florist I'm pleased to see this colour returning to popularity. The roses in the bouquet are 'peach Avalanche' which is a perfect match for this tone. What's your favourite flower colour and why?

11/03/2024

And before you know it Mother's Day is over......and everyone's thinking about Easter!😳 Did you notice the shops had Easter cakes in not long after Christmas......the world's gone mad!! 🫣 Anyway, that's not why I'm on here, just wanted to say thanks so much to everyone who had flowers over the weekend - I really appreciate your support ❤️

08/03/2024

LAST FEW REMAINING - Jars of beautifully British seasonal flowers 🪻🌷🇬🇧 The scents of the hyacinth and narcissus is amazing ❤️ Small jars £10 each, large £20 - see under pictures for individual prices. Contents varies. Drop me a message to collect yours (CM12) or call 01277 650276

08/03/2024

I've had an eventful day and it's not even lunchtime!🙁 I've been having kittens, metaphorically speaking!! 🐈🐈 😂My flower delivery was due yesterday but unfortunately the flowers got squashed in transit. So first thing today my buckets were empty....... fortunately a fresh box arrived and the flowers are having a rest and drink before I make up my orders. In the scheme of things these days it's just a blip but I don't like letting my customers down. I'm now sitting with a calming cup of tea - I'd better get cracking this afternoon 💗 I will post again this evening with availability for tomorrow, so watch this space 💐

07/03/2024

Here's an option for Mother's Day if Mum can't have fresh flowers due to allergies. A dried flower mix of creams, yellows and pinky reds on a base decorated with fluffy p***y willow buds and finished with a velvet bow 🎀 This is a one off, so I won't be making the same again. £35 - collection from CM12. Message me or call 01277 650276

06/03/2024

Did you know this Friday is International Women's Day? 🤔 This day is celebrated around the globe, honouring all those who have campaigned for women's rights in the past as well as those who continue to do so. So this weekend is not just about our Mum's and Mothering Sunday it's a time to celebrate all the unique, talented and inspirational women out there today! Contact me to celebrate the ladies in your life 🪻🌷💐

04/03/2024

Keeping it simple this year
🌿🌼🪻 MOTHER'S DAY FLOWERS 🪻🌷🌱

🇬🇧 BRITISH ⭐ SEASONAL ⭐ SPLENDID 🇬🇧

Available Friday 8th and Saturday 9th March, from £10 a jar of joyful Spring blooms for your Mum, Aunty, friend, whoever loves to receive flowers. Collection CM12 only (contents may vary depending on availability). PM or call 01277 65276 to reserve yours.

29/02/2024

Wow, I didn't see this coming! So pleased to be nominated for a Muddy Stilettos Award for Best Florist - how exciting! 🥰 Thank you so much for the nomination - please follow the link to cast your vote:

https://essex.muddystilettos.co.uk/awards/nominate/

Always grateful for your encouragement and support🌷🌸🪻

28/02/2024

Part of my preparation for growing some of these blooms was having a good old tidy and sort out of seeds........with any luck I'll have a few of these beauties again ❤️ It's rather more luck than judgement with me, to be honest!! 😂 If I can do it, so can you, why not give it a go?

26/02/2024

🪻🌿🌷 MOTHER'S DAY - SUNDAY 10TH MARCH 🌼🌷🌱 Where's the time going..... Mother's Day is a fortnight away! If you fancy treating your Mum to something special why not book her onto a flower and food experience - the perfect combination 💗 Full details and booking on Ann's Smart School of Cookery, Essex Timetable

21/02/2024

I dislike social media at the best of times - I'm sure I'm not alone! 😉 However, it does give me the chance of posting beautiful pictures and we all need a boost at times, so enjoy these wonders of nature 💗

16/02/2024

Last year seems a long and distant memory now we're half way through February! 😯 Here's a look back on a few of my designs across the seasons 🌿🪻🌻🍂🌲

14/02/2024

I had a very relaxing (lazy! 😆) day celebrating my Birthday yesterday - thanks for all your kind wishes (apologies for not replying to everyone individually), cards and gifts. Here are a few of my lovely cards......there seems to be a theme....... flowers!! 💐🌹🪻🌼🌿

12/02/2024

So King Charles is renowned for talking to plants.......this weekend I've been chatting and teasing these lilies in preparation for a funeral piece......I haven't quite lost the plot - lilies can be fussy little devils 😈 They take awhile to open, don't like too much heat or their petals go brown. So not only have I been encouraging them to show their beautiful faces but I've been making sure they are comfortable and in a happy place 🥰 The things we do to get the best from our blooms 😆