Darling Buds of KJ

03/01/2025

With 2025 arriving, it’s the perfect time for an About Me post to say hello to all my lovely new followers. Thank you for following along and supporting my little floral world, it means so much!

I’m Katie, the face behind Darling Buds of KJ! I’m a wedding florist based in Warwickshire, creating timelessly romantic, whimsical floral magic for couples across the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, and Warwickshire. (Though, if your special day takes me further afield, I’m always happy to travel!).

I’ve been a florist for a few years now, and I can honestly say there’s nothing I’d rather be doing. I love all things flowers and all things weddings. Transforming venues into dreamy floral wonderlands is my absolute passion!

When I’m not flowering, you’ll find me out exploring the Cotswolds with my husband (my logistics manager and behind-the-scenes hero) and our gorgeous dog, Tilly. We love finding new spots for lunch and dreaming about our next travel adventure. Japan is next on the list, and I couldn’t be more excited!

If you have set your wedding date for 2025 or 2026, then I’d absolutely love to hear from you! Send me a message or enquire through my website and let’s see what we can dream up! 💫

Photo taken by at our seriously dreamy summer shoot last July 🌸

08/12/2024

✨ LAST CHANCE TO BOOK ONTO WREATH MAKING✨

Looking to create a stunning wreath for your front door? Join us for wreath making and gin tasting with the Shakespeare Distillery this Wednesday, 11th December!

Enjoy a fabulous selection of festive decorations and fresh foliage to create a wreath that is uniquely yours, or the perfect gift for someone special!

At Judith’s School of Spirits from 6pm until 9pm.
£85 per person.

Don’t miss out! There are just a few spaces left. Email [email protected] to book your spot by Tuesday evening!

02/12/2024

These round table meadows from Saturday’s wedding might just be my new favourite low centrepiece, pairing perfectly with tall pedestal arrangements 🤍

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02/12/2024

We had a fabulous afternoon yesterday wreath making, and the ladies all made such stunning wreaths! 🎄💫

If you’re still looking to book on to a wreath workshop, we have just 3 spaces left for wreath making on Wednesday 11th December at Judith’s School of Spirits with the Shakespeare Distillery!

Or if you’re looking for something a little different, our table centrepiece workshop is on Wednesday 18th December at 6pm!

Email [email protected] to book!

25/11/2024

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS WORKSHOPS WITH GIN TASTING ✨🎄

With just two weeks to go until our first workshop, there’s still time to book your spot!

Join us this December at Shakespeare Distillery Judith’s School of Spirits for a festive evening of creativity and gin.

WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
📅 Wednesday, 11th December
⏰ 6pm - 9pm
💷 £85 per person
🎟️ Last few places remaining!

TABLE DECORATION WORKSHOP
📅 Wednesday, 18th December
⏰ 6pm - 8pm
💷 £60 per person
🎄 Create the perfect centrepiece for your Christmas table!

🎁 Your Ticket Includes:
✨ A festive G&T on arrival to enjoy whilst learning about the history of gin
✨ A guided tasting of three delicious spirits
✨ Another G&T of your choice
✨ All materials for your stunning wreath or table decoration

🌟 Don’t miss out, email [email protected] to book!

It’s perfect way to get creative (and merry) this Christmas!

16/11/2024

The most sensational photos from this very special day in October. How perfect are these two?! 🤍

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14/11/2024

The countdown to our Christmas workshops has begun, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone who’s already booked in!

Good news: there are still a few spots left for our fabulously festive wreath-making and table decoration workshops with !

Join us to learn about the history of gin before indulging in a tasting session and getting into the festive spirit with mince pies and Christmas tunes. You’ll then create a stunning wreath for your front door or design a beautiful table arrangement to make your Christmas table shine—these decorations also double as gorgeous mantelpiece displays!

Workshop Dates:
Wreath Making: Wednesday, 11th December, 6pm-9pm
Table Decoration: Wednesday, 18th December, 6pm-8pm

Don’t miss out—book your spot today! Visit darlingbudsofkj.co.uk/workshops to learn more or simply email [email protected] to secure your place!

12/11/2024

British grown and heavenly, this is one of our favourite Autumn bouquets 🩷🧡

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03/11/2024

We just LOVE Autumn weddings, 🍁 so sad to say goodbye to dahlias, but already looking forward to their return next summer!

Captured so beautifully by and the stunning

British grown

28/10/2024

One year since this beautiful day! Happy Anniversary to these two! 🧡

This was another beauty from my favourite season, where I can’t get enough of the stunning colour palettes it brings! From warm shades of pinks and oranges to rich reds, earthy browns, and the rustic charm of dried pampas grass, I’ll never get bored of Autumn weddings 🍂

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16/10/2024

I recently posted this to my story but it’s crying out to be shared. Utterly gorgeous!! 😍

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09/10/2024

Looking back at this beautiful day in August, truly grateful for reviews like this 🤍

“I cannot begin to say how much Katie simply made our wedding day for us. From the flowers which were just absolutely above and beyond any expectation we had, to the calmness and kindness of her and her team throughout the whole process. Will be recommending Darling buds of KJ to absolutely everyone and we just couldn’t be happier or more grateful that we chose her! Thank you so much for everything Katie!! “

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04/10/2024

This time last year ✨🤍

Already a year since this incredible experience in Santorini, working with the absolute dream team! Take me back!

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02/10/2024

J’adore 🤍

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19/09/2024

We’re back for our third year running! 🎄🍸✨

This December, join us for our luxury Christmas workshops in collaboration with . Choose between our exclusive wreath-making or festive table decoration workshops—perfect for getting into the festive spirit!

**Wreath Making:**
📅 Wednesday 11th December
🕕 6 PM - 9 PM

**Christmas Table Decoration:**
📅 Wednesday 18th December
🕕 6 PM - 8 PM

Both workshops include the Shakespeare Distillery tasting experience, and will be held at Judith’s School of Spirits, right in the heart of Stratford.*

Spots are limited, so run, don’t walk!! Head to the link in my bio or email [email protected] to secure your place. 🎁

*Please note: Unfortunately, the venue is not wheelchair accessible.

18/09/2024

Excited to be back with The Mum Club Stratford Upon Avon this December!! 🎄

07/09/2024