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07/08/2024

Oh Hello there:

Welcome to the lots of new followers on here, watching my floristry journey.

Hi, I'm Emma, and Essex based Florist who absolutely loves all things colourful and textural.

Ive always been surrounded by nature. I grew up with horses roaming in the back garden, having chickens and a huge garden to play in. My grandparents had a wonderful garden with the hugest hydrangeas, runner beans and sweet peas. It really was a lovely place to play as a kid. Climbing the apple trees and digging carrots for our tea!

Fast forward 37 years and I have my own little one to encourage back to nature, to play in the mud and to enjoy growing her own veg.

Floristry felt like the best fit for me. I love all the change in seasons, the difference in flowers and most importantly the vast uniqueness in the varieties that I offer my couples.

When I say that I know my suppliers, I really do! I go to their fields, I walk around with them and more often than not, cut my own too. You get the very best, pesticide free, no imports, locally grown, beautifully scented and highly decorative gorgeous flowers!

I like being creative, and working to a colourful brief. A feeling. Playful, Romantic, Whimsical - you name it. Flowers can say it all!

I limit my Wedding schedule to 12-15 per year, depending on the size. For me, I like to keep ideas fresh, to avoid burnout and also to enjoy my personal time (Quincy isnt quite 4 yet!!)

I dont use oasis: my works are on biodegradable frames, often moss and chicken wire.

30/07/2024

Fused Glass Workshop - Large Floral Suncatchers

Location: The Hub at Tom’s Farm Shop, Maldon Road, Colchester, CO5 0QA

Time: 2:00 – 3:30pm

Join us for an afternoon of crafting and create your own fused glass large round flower suncatcher.
You will be provided with the suncatcher base, and a range of decorative elements.

You will also receive a bouquet of seasonal flowers to help inspire you from The Flower Collective, tea/coffee and a cake.

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26/07/2024

We're excited to announce a new addition to our Vintage Afternoon Tea on 15 September! 🍂 Join us for an Autumn Wreath Making Workshop with The Flower Collective, where you can create your own beautiful wreath to welcome the new season.

After the workshop, treat yourself to our Vintage Afternoon Tea and a complimentary glass of Prosecco (or a soft drink). Book your spot now!
https://hylandsestate.co.uk/events/category/afternoon-tea/

13/07/2024

Flower Club: Group B - Part 1: What a lovely group!! With two ladies unable to attend the first group session, we were a little low on numbers but that didnt deter our spirits!

The first month is all about introductions, about familiarising yourself with florals and gaining confidence in making a bouquet!

Season best flowers including locally grown (2 miles away!) Sunflowers, as well as Dill, Ammi Majus, Larkspur, Delphiniums, Achellia, Scabiosa, Nigella, Feather Grass and more..

The most challenging part again was the wrapping!

Roll on next month..

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11/07/2024

Flower Club - Part 3: One of my favourite sessions and a reminder of how far I have come in my business.

Flower Crowns were where I started. Making tiny ones for Quincy during lockdown. Her little head adorned with flowers from the garden: it brought some light relief to those stressful times and she really did look adorable wearing them!

Now, I am showing groups of ladies how to make their very own everlasting crowns to wear for years to come.

Heres a few from last night. What a class! Slow and steady, building layers and making these gorgeous creations!

Well done ALL! Equally as amazing, all unique and suiting your style & flair ❤️

10/07/2024

For Rose: Beautiful farewell flowers delivered today for the lovely Rose who was a Tiptree local, and just the lovliest Lady.
The request was British Roses, with Reds as the focal colour.

We used a selection of Scabiosa, Achellia, Pittosporum, Fatsia, Roses, Ammi Visnaga, Panicum, Wrinkled Cress, Geums, Pen*setom, Penstomun, Snapdragons, Poppyseed Heads and more..

08/07/2024

If anyone is looking for a last minute Monthly Hobby, then look no further!

I have just had a cancellation for the Flower Club and it starts this SATURDAY. Thats right, THIS SATURDAY.

You'll be guided through 6 months of glorious Flowers, and end on a high with Wreath Making for Xmas!!

Please do get in touch if you would like to secure a space.

Emma xx

06/07/2024

Dried Wreath's: My heart is super full after a wonderful set of workshops at 'The Hub' today.
Two groups of ladies were taught all the skills they needed to create and take home their very own dried flower wreath.
Ive been fortunate enough to start early this year in collecting all of the freshly cut - to dry flowers and everyone has loved seeing the different varieties available.

As always, I marvel at how each wreath differs and shows individual colour preference and personality.

Lovely lovely to see some returning faces as well today!
Didnt they all do well?

06/07/2024

Sweet Peas: Today I visited the wonderful Paul at who lucky for me is a 5 minute drive from 'The Hub'.

Oh my Goodness is all I can say. Visiting her brought up some very nostalgic memories and I honestly so pleased that there is demand for Sweet Peas again.

Phil has dedicated years in breeding these beauties and due to his insane capabilities will be releasing some new varieites in the not too distant future.

I was super lucky to have seen these at first sight and WOOWWWEEEEE is all I can say..

Now all I need to do is try to convince him to name one after Quincy.. 🤣

05/07/2024

Blossom Wyke: Last Sunday saw me venture out to The Dengies visiting a lovely group of ladies who organised a workshop on Flower Arranging.

All flowers, freshly cut from local Flower Farmers & Garden Growers fields were arranged in a hand tied bouquet and taken home to be presented in a vase.

These two hour sessions are a great way to indulge in some light hobbying, getting together with friends or even form part of Hen Do Package.

If this sounds like something you would like to organise, please do get in touch.

27/06/2024

There are only 2 SPACES LEFT on our next Fused Glass Workshop in September where we will be making Large Floral Suncatchers

Saturday 14th September

At The Hub at Tom’s Farm Shop, Maldon Road, Colchester CO5 0QA
£45.00
https://sparklyplace.co.uk/product/fused-glass-large-floral-suncatcher-workshop-saturday-14th-september/

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19/06/2024

Yippeeeee!! Our Childrens Workshops are proving really popular this year, and I cant blame you! My Little Habitat and I have put together 4 smashing weeks!

1 session has sold out, and 1 session is close to selling out and there are limited spaces on the other 2.

Its been so great to see your response.

For any bookings, please contact me directly via Whatsapp on 07736638548

14/06/2024

FLOWER CLUB: Ok ok, I've heard you all! The request for a weekend Flower Club, rather than an evening one has been absolutely heard and I have organised a new club based on the season!!

So, I am super excited to announce the details for Flower Club are as follows:

Starting 13th July, 10:00am, embrace a fully immersive seasonal workshop where you'll learn lots and take home a beautiful display each month.

All equipment and refreshments included.

Limited to 10 spaces
Note: Novembers session will be 03/11, and not 10/11.

13/06/2024

There are only 2 SPACES LEFT on our next Fused Glass Workshop in September where we will be making Large Floral Suncatchers
Saturday 14th September

At The Hub at Tom’s Farm Shop, Maldon Road, Colchester CO5 0QA
£45.00

https://sparklyplace.co.uk/product/fused-glass-large-floral-suncatcher-workshop-saturday-14th-september/

The Flower Collective

13/06/2024

Flower Club: Part Two. Last night we stepped it up a notch with arranging some table decor using (a new to me product) of the Biodegradable Wreath Frames.

We had a wonderful selection of flowers available including lots of Spring/Summer colourful delights such as Peonies, Sweet Williams, Nigella, Tanacetum, Ox Eye Daisies, Alliums, Scabiosa, Briza, Achelmila Mollis, Fatsia, Lavender, Cornflower, Parsnip Flower, Phacelia and Euonymus.. (more that I'm sure have been forgotten!)

A few participants missing due to work commitments but they will be receiving a large bunch of flowers delivered to them instead.

Next month its Flower Crowns (I CANNOT WAIT!)

Well done Ladies, another successful evening with individual creative flair shining through.

01/06/2024

SUMMER FUN: We are super excited to announce that and are teaming up again to bring Summer Fun to our Nature Loving Children!

£15.00 per child (ages 4+ years)

Includes all materials and refreshments

When: 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August
Time: 10am - 11:45am
Where: The Flower Collective "Hub"
(Tom's Farm Shop, Tiptree CO5 0QA)

What to expect...
In The Flower Collective's HUB, hang up your coats, grab an apron and find a space around Emmas crafting table, ready to get back to nature.

We will be running nature based themed weeks which encourage children to fully immerse themselves in crafting with a natural twist. Butterfly Wings, Fairy Houses, Sun Catchers and much much more!

These two hour fun sessions will have your children occupied and enjoying nature, whether thats planting some wildflower seeds, or getting your hands covered in paint, we are taking it back 'Old School' with a mix of sustainable materials and woodland themed supplies.

If that's not crafting enough, we will have positive affirmation, and nature based colouring/activity sheets to keep you entertained or to take away with you!

Spaces are limited to 12 per day, so please do book on early to avoid disappointment.

28/05/2024

For Jo: I couldnt let this Wedding pass without shining the light on this wonderful Bride.

Jo was extremely clear on what she wanted (I love me a Bride who absolutely knows!) and even organised her flowers before the venue was booked.

With a nod to her dear Grandad by using Sweet Williams, and the brief being meadow styled, I was super excited about creating this organic and free moving bouquet.

Simple and Joyous!

26/05/2024

Layer Marney: The beautiful Wed last Sunday at in a true Family orientated day.

Jo asked for meadow, wild & whimsical seasonal flowers for her display and I think I nailed it!

I absolutely loved creating this bouquet using a huge selection of flowers:
Alliums, Sweet Williams, Peonies, Cornflowers, Scabiosa, Wild Phlox, Buttercups, Geums, Pittosporum, Ranunculus, Orlaya Grandiflora, Briza Grass, Quakers Grass, Solomons Seal - to name a few.

It had such glorious movement!

Here's a little snapshot of the day, with their doggie & mum included.

19/05/2024

Carriers Cottage: I simply couldnt resist spending a little downtime in the wonderful garden open day.

Patrick did our wedding flowers in 2017, way way before I was a Florist and I still look back on our photo's thinking what an absolute rockstar he is when it comes to floral design.

Nelly and Mouse were as lovely as ever, and Sheree's baking skills - simply devine.

We all enjoyed the garden and ate delicious cakes; I even treated myself to a plant (or 6!)

Sunday's are for relaxing, enjoying the sunshine and being together as a family. Now to plant everything up!

11/05/2024

Spring/Summer: Annnnnddddd just like, with a dash of sunshine and a sprinkle of rain, we have Peonies in bloom and the garden is FULL of colour.

This is one of the many favourite parts to my year as a seasonal florist. As always the goodies start to emerge from their slow grown settings and full my Hub space with scent and colour.

Were transitioning in to those brighter colours now, the flowers that pack a punch and quite frankly, I am here for it!!!

Snapdragons, Geums, Peonies, Alstroemerias, Sweet Peas, Sweet Williams, Herbs, Fatsia Leaves, Briza Grasses and so so much more coming in the next few weeks.

I cannot wait.

09/05/2024

Flower Club: Part 1; Last night saw 'The Hub' launch its first ever Flower Club session and my heart: my heart is just full!!

11 ladies, laughed, learnt and took home a beautiful bouquet to enjoy over the next week.

The idea behind my Flower Club is to showcase British blooms through the seasons. To challenge our idea of flowers and how we use them, and to encourage a wider audience in practising sustainable methods.

You'll see photo's pop up Monthly showing off what this group have greated. Each month has been designed to show the season in its full glory; learning a new skill and working with different flowers.

BRAVO Ladies!

04/05/2024

CLUCK CLUCK: This is something I have wanted to offer at 'The Hub' since we launched in February, and I am super excited to announce that they are on their way too..

• Are you looking for a safe space, with parking, that accomodate's a close group of family and friends as part of your Hen Do experience? LOOK NO FURTHER!

I have worked hard in sourcing local suppliers who I can call upon depending on your vision.

Should it be a grazing board, individual boxes of food, sweet treats, or cake: I have this all covered!

Should you be looking for a Floral based activity, using Seasonal flowers which could include:
• Flower Crown
• Seasonal Bouquets
• Natural Bird Wreath Making
• Flower Posies in Jam Jar's
• Dried Wreath Making
• Seasonal Wreath Making

With added extra's such as:
• Beeswax Candle Making
• Prosecco & Painting

And much much more...

Because these are tailor made sessions, individual to your party: you'll be quoted according to your requirements.

These are fun, light hearted, family & friend oriented, day & evening events which I know suit multiple groups.

29/04/2024

Tulips: My OH my, OH my! I can genuinely say, I have had the most wholesome day of downtime with my lovely girl and Aunt today, as we drove up to Norfolk to visit the Tulip Fields.

did not disappoint and I am just so thrilled that I persevered and got tickets for its final day of opening.

We really got lucky with the weather, so despite the wind, we had beautiful sunshine.

As Quincy put it: "This is FANTASTIC" - HAPPY DANCE**

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18/04/2024

Finalist: I am super super proud that not only got nominated, but became a finalist in for the Essex Region. Within a year of opening the Workshop, relocating to a new, much larger building and entering a competition which I was the ONLY florist in! TFC has come a long long way already.

I wasnt a winner sadly; but I can hand on heart say it was the best experience ever!!

Mr F.C and I got dolled up for a rare night out, and rather be Mummy & Daddy; we thoroughly enjoyed some much needed adult conversation and laughter.

The table allocated was magic, and I've come away meeting lots of wonderful inspirational small businesses across Essex!

Thanks for nominating a British Flower Supporter, a Seasonal Florist and someone who champions all of out local small businesses.

15/04/2024

Memorial: I was recently asked for some advice on a Memorial Wreath for a service taking place, not only miles away, but being held in honour of an 80th anniversary of a Lancester Bomber that went down during the War.

After discussing with my client, we opted for a living wreath, full of bulbed Muscari and fresh foliages.

This wreath had 75 Muscari attached to it, with thanks to and I've heard from the groundskeeper that these will be planted around the base of the Memorial for others to enjoy for years to come.

I love having bulbed flowers as an option available to my customers!

08/04/2024

Teasing you all with this!!

Officially launching tomo at 7:00pm.

If you would like to be first in line and reserve your spot, please get in touch as I know at least 6 spaces are already waiting to be reserved!!!

Emma xx

06/04/2024

Oh Emily: I honestly just cannot get enough of these photos from who photographed the lovely and

Such a perfect Spring Wedding at

Full of beautiful orange, coral, peach and hints of dark mauve and wonderful creamy tones too.

More Spring Weddings needed!

05/04/2024

Confetti: Ok, I'll admit it. I am slightly obsessed with a confetti shot right now. It hits me right in the feels seeing a couple, celebrating their day, surrounded by loved ones.

Emily & Jordan look so so happy in this photo and I couldnt love it any more!

This year, you'll notice a slight change in my instagram as I showcase the flowers, as well as my couples too.

More and more photo's like this please!

30/03/2024

Flower Club: Yipppeeeeee! So so many of you have been asking me to run a Monthly Flower Club and I am so super pleased to announce that I have finally organised it!

Evenings seem to work best for most people, and the winner of the poll was a Wednesday, so thats what I've gone with.

There are only 10 spaces available for this Flower Club, but should it prove popular, I will add an additional day/time in.

I have been busy behind the scenes working on what the 6 sessions will be about, and should you book, you will get a full breakdown via email.

In short, it's a fun, 2 hour workshop with refreshments from included.

You'll be provided with all the equipment needed to create stunning, seasonal displays for your home. We'll work together, chat, and learn creatively.

You'll be working sustainably, making different styles of flowers over each session, and will be proud to take these beautiful creations home.

Please do book on if you have been yearning for a floral supportive, creative environment.

I'm soooo looking forward to it!

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Spring Workshops

Friends, Family and Followers!! After lots of people asking about spring wreath workshops, I have decided to launch these earlier than usual to ensure everyone can get booked on. I am taking a 25% none refundable deposit only due to how much in advance you are all booking (which blows my mind!) March Workshop Dates as Follows: 19th: £38.50 9:30am - DRIED 1:00pm - LIVE 20th: £29.50 CHILDRENS 10:00am - 11:45am (ages 6+) 23rd: £38.50 9:30am - DRIED 1:00pm - LIVE As you can see, this year I have opted for two varieties of workshops, one an everlasting dried wreath, and the other a living wreath, with fresh bulbs and plants growing through. DM to book on!

Happy 6th Anniversary to Mr F.C! Simon Reeve Watching these videos this morning has me all emotional. So many people at our Wedding who are no longer with us. It truly was the most magic day everrrrr! Still swooning over my flowers too 😂

*** CHRISTMAS 2023 *** I know its early but I am launching Christmas Workshops on Friday. I am very aware of pricing structure, cost of living crisis and also booking early. Limited spaces available this year as I am concious of burn out; and hey, I want to enjoy the festivities too! I have 5, yes thats right only 5 time slots available for a max of 6 people. If you book a full 6 spaced workshop, you'll get 10% discount too!! Please tag a group of girlfriends and DM for a sneak peak of dates to book in by. These are going live on Friday 21st July at 7:00pm (If youre lucky, I might have even worked out how to organise this via the website too 🫣🤣) I'd love to see you there, making beautiful wreaths and enjoying some Christmas cheer!

Leez Priory - Congratulations to Holly and David on their Wedding Day today. Heres a little peal at the Bridal Bouquet made using some blinking gorgeous British flowers. The brief was to include lots of Eucalyptus and keep it to a classic colour palette of creams & whites. The creamy Cafe Au Lait Dahlia really did lift this and give it depth, the Astrantia added texture and a hint of dusky pink too. I am so pleased with how this hand held turned out - now I'm waiting patiently for the professional photos to come back!! Happy Wedding Day ### #leezpriory #leezpriorywedding #leezprioryweddingvenue #florist #floristry #wedding #weddingflorist #weddingfloristry #weddingsupplier #britishflowers #dahlia #dahliaseason #bouquet #bridalbouquet #wedding2022 #natural #organicshape #pretty #classiccolours #daintyflowers #colchester #essex #braintree