Sustainable Floral Design

07/01/2022

Join me at the Whidbey Garden Workshop to learn about how to make beautiful winter arrangements from your own garden. The class is called Winter in a Vase.

Learn first-hand from gardening experts at locations on and around Whidbey Island. Select from six interactive Field Trips, each exploring a unique gardening topic.

07/09/2020

Getting super excited to teach at the Sustainable Flowers Workshop this week, held in Canada and produced by Prairie Girl Flowers. I've been missing my flower tribe, and will be happy to join them, even if it is only via Zoom. If Pricing for Farmer Florists is a topic of interest to you, check out this podcast interview.

https://sustainableflowerspodcast.libsyn.com/intro-to-wedding-pricing-for-farmer-florists-an-interview-with-tobey-nelson

As a flower farmer who may be thinking of expanding into weddings, you couldn't find a more generous and knowledgable teacher than Tobey Nelson of .  She is a pioneer and expert in sustainable floristry and events, and we both had the great opportunity to attend a workshop on these topics, give...

30/06/2020

Check out the article I wrote for Team Flower & Philosophy Flowers. Learn how to use moss as a substitute for floral foam. Let me know what you think!

For a foam-free floral design, check out this exceptional moss roulade technique. Learn how to make one step by step—photos included. This floral design mechanic is versatile and easy (one that is even reusable!).

02/05/2020

Join me on Monday for my conversation with British florist extraordinaire, Joseph Massie! 10am PST over on Instagram. Bring your questions!

01/05/2020

You don't need floral foam to make a beautiful centerpiece! Here are 7 other mechanics you can use. Share if you enjoy!

http://sustainablefloraldesign.com/7-ways-to-make-a-centerpiece-without-floral-foam/

Watch this video to learn 7 ways to make a centerpiece without floral foam. Be more eco friendly with these reusable and compostable floral design mechanics.

30/04/2020

Enjoy the replay of my conversation with Debra Prinzing of Slow Flowers. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes!

https://youtu.be/ngQhpIRjYZ8

Join Tobey Nelson and Debra Prinzing as they discuss current topics in Sustainable Floral Design. Get insight on what the future of the floral industry might...

24/04/2020

Mark your calendars! Debra Prinzing of Slow Flowers joins me for the next episode of Conversations in Sustainable Floral Design. Don't miss out! Monday 4/27 at 10am PST over on instagram at

24/04/2020

If you, like I am, are a fan of Passionflowersue, then you will enjoy this recording of our recent interview!

http://sustainablefloraldesign.com/staying-creative-during…/

21/04/2020

For my self-employed friends in WA state: the Employment Security site has been updated to accommodate our claims. Have you filed yet? It's a hassle, but it could mean bread on your table! Just a "heads up"!

18/04/2020

Have coffee with me & Sue Mcleary this Monday! - https://mailchi.mp/3a67be67e896/have-coffee-with-me-sue-mcleary-this-monday

Join me on Instagram every Monday at 10am PST for this fun & casual new IGLive interview series.  Each week my guest will be a thought leader or product developer in the world of sustainable floristry.  You are invited to join, and bring your questions! 

18/04/2020

Introducing "Conversations in Sustainable Floral Design", an IG Live series. Join me at 10am PST every Monday for a casual, informative conversation with thought leaders and product developers in the Sustainable Floristry community. Coming up on 4/18 I'll be speaking with Susan McLeary, and on 4/25 I will be joined by Debra Prinzing!

18/04/2020

Welcome to Sustainable Floral Design! Follow this page to get news from the Sustainable Floristry Community, and updates on what is happening with Tobey and her educational opportunities!

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18/04/2020