Outside In Floral Creations

28/10/2024

Hat box arrangement made as a gift for a friend and a top fan of my work after the loss of her beloved little four legged friend 💝

22/10/2024

Check out Joanne Reay438’s video.

19/09/2024

Nice little afternoon making the church look pretty

19/08/2024

Messing around with seed pods and flowers from the garden

27/05/2024

Added some deeper pink garden roses . Lifted it nicely I think 😍

10/05/2024

Gorgeous large premium roses , scented stocks and aquilegia in this pretty birthday bouquet 🩷 💜

05/05/2024

Enjoying a coffee and the sounds of nature in the garden this morning in the sunshine. How about you?

20/04/2024

We have a new addition to the Koi pond…. A Japanese bridge. Isn’t it awesome? 🤩

17/04/2024

I Love the Bluebell season, waves of colour on the woodland floor, dappled by the sunlight - where else is there a good display locally? Love Joanne

Since 2016, charges have been in place during peak visiting times to our bluebells at Dockey Wood. This has helped us with managing visitor flow and parking constraints, and enabled us to fund vital conservation work. If you plan on visiting us this year, please note that charges (£3.50 for adults, £1.50 for children, members go free) will apply between 10am and 4pm on:

27 and 28 April
4, 5 and 6 May
10 and 11 May

Bluebell season is very busy at Ashridge Estate, and we do advise visitors to visit off peak where possible.

You can find out more about Dockey Wood bluebells, and how we manage them here: https://bit.ly/3PPNHpD

📸 Nick Kirby

Image description: In focus in the foreground is a singular bluebell stem with nine bell-shaped flowers with their violet petals-and turned up-turned tips. The background shows a blurred carpet of bluebells on a woodland floor.

01/04/2024

Thanks Goodideajane for sharing this 🤔

𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬' 𝐃𝐚𝐲 | 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑶𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒊𝒏 𝒂... See more

31/03/2024

A whole One Year ago - a Get Well Soon hatbox. Delivered with best wishes for post op recovery - from a caring boss & work friends. A low maintenance arrangement was ideal for this client.

PS I’m pleased to say her recovery was a great success.

29/03/2024

Just setting up the Instagram account! Fingers crossed 🤞 we’ll be updating details, photos and info over the long weekend. Happy Easter to you all, love Joanne

https://www.instagram.com/outsideinfloralcreations2024?igsh=MTQzOHFwYnEza2Jx&utm_source=qr

24/03/2024

Palm leaf manipulation is an art form in its own right. There are lots of folding, weaving and plaiting techniques to be mastered whilst training to become a florist.
This “origami” of the floral world can be an integral part in creating the line, form and texture of many contemporary floral arrangements.
The skill set and dexterity required to achieve the elaborate shapes in designs requires both patience and practice. I love using these techniques to accomplish precision in such intricate arrangements.
I hope you enjoy my sharing these photos below of previous designs executed by me, as part of my formal training. Thank you Joanne

23/03/2024

I loved this softly feminine bouquet so much I didn’t want to part with it. 😍
Delivery was this afternoon to a lucky lady in Edlesborough.

22/03/2024

I just couldn’t make up my mind, so here’s my top 3 fragrant blooms
What’s your favourite? I’m open to suggestions … though the curry plant shall never make my list!
I know Lilac can be a controversial choice, based on superstition, for indoor flower arrangements but I just love it!

21/03/2024

In nature's tender grasp, a wondrous sight,
A flower's quiet journey, hidden from light.
Beneath the earthly veil, a secret it keeps,
A treasure wrapped in petals, as it slowly sleeps.

Within its fragile heart, a dream takes hold,
A promise of beauty, yet to unfold.
In the realm of silence, it gathers its might,
Preparing for the moment, to embrace the light.

With each passing day, it stretches its soul,
Reaching towards the heavens, to attain its goal.
A gentle dance with time, a symphony so rare,
The essence of existence, in the fragrant air.

The sun whispers softly, encouraging its bloom,
As morning dew caresses, dispelling all gloom.
The earth cradles its roots, in a loving embrace,
Nurturing its spirit, with steadfast grace.

And then, the magic happens, a spectacle so grand,
A kaleidoscope of colors, painted by nature's hand.
Petals unfurling, like delicate wings in flight,
Revealing the masterpiece, once hidden from sight.

A symphony of fragrance, enchants the breeze,
As the flower blossoms, its soul finds release.
A testament of life's resilience and grace,
In every vibrant petal, a story to embrace.

So let us cherish this miracle, ever so fleeting,
The bloom that captivates, with its silent greeting.
For in its brief existence, it teaches us to see,
The beauty in transitions, and the power to be free.

As petals dance upon the wind, their journey to embrace,
We learn the art of letting go, with poise and gentle grace.
For just as flowers bloom, then bid farewell in time,
We too must embrace each season, trusting in life's rhyme.

So marvel at the flower, as it dances with delight,
In its radiant presence, may your spirit take flight.
For in the bloom's grandeur, a lesson lies,
That even in the darkest hour, hope never truly dies.

Mousumi Bhowmik

20/03/2024

Happy International Happiness Day !!!

More details courtesy of the UN here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/happiness-day