Holly Heider Chapple Flowers

11/10/2024

LIVE - 9am Oct - 11th with to understand just what is happening in regions of NC. COMMENT - Help NC for a list of Amazon supplies needed; this initiative is being managed and distributed by and her amazing community that is volunteering to distribute supplies to four different regions!! These girls are heroes and I am so honored to call them friends!!!

09/10/2024

Tomorrow I will get up and do what I have been doing for years now, just push through. Tomorrow there will be more devastation and loss and my heart is breaking for the many who have lost so much and the many who will be affected tonight while we are sleeping. Grief takes lots of shapes and forms and currently this world is full of a lot of it. I pray Milton loses speed, power and a target, we don’t need more despair. It seems so bizarre to keep flowering and moving forward amidst all of this. I know I am longing for more love, light and joy. This picture is from one of my happiest moments of late. I was in the field with Evans dahlias stopping long enough to share the beauty of the flowers with two adorable little girls. When I am with children and flowers I forget my fears and my grief. I have worked too hard, lost too much to let all of this sadness destroy me. I will do my best to be a little beacon of light in the storm. I have added the wishlist that supports the rescue and recovery efforts for those affected by hurricane Helene to my profile. My dear friend Anna is the steward who is recieving gifts and getting them distributed to four different regions/states. Please help if you can!!!

07/10/2024

Join us for an incredible journey to ; this is the trip of a lifetime! We will tour the most famous garden rose farm in the world, help with selecting the newest roses being trialed for commercial use, enjoy a day of designing with garden roses, and receive educational instruction on design and business with , and our final day will be spent touring the city of Bogota! Link in bio to sign up!!

07/10/2024

is teaching a one-day class next week ; there are still spots available if you would like to study with this incredible teacher. If you prefer observation-style education, check out 's event that is also next week. Link in bio to register!!

07/10/2024

COMMENT - HELP NC for a link to shop supplies and help the communities hit by Helene. I have been looking for a way to help get supplies to areas in NC and regions/states hit by hurricane Helene and this is it, my dear friend Anna is receiving Amazon shipments at her gift shop/flowershop . She is working with several sources to get items distributed to four different regions. I have wanted to help but have been a little weary of how to do this confidently, so Anna (who has a heart of gold) asked her surrounding community what was needed and created this shopping list and plan. If you doubt what you see on the news because you don't know people who live there, I have been corresponding with many of my designer friends , and the need is very, very real. Do what you can, but please help!!

05/10/2024

COMMENT - HELP NC for a link to shop supplies and help the communities hit by Helene. I have been looking for a way to help get supplies to areas in NC and regions hit by hurricane Helene and this is itnmy dear friend Anna is receiving Amazon shipments at her gift shop/flowershop . She is working with several sources to get items distributed. I have wanted to help but have been a little weary of how to do this confidently, so Anna (who has a heart of gold) asked her surrounding community what was needed and created this shopping list and plan. If you doubt what you see on the news because you don't know people who live there, I have been corresponding with many of my designer friends , and the need is very, very real. Do what you can, but please help!!

25/09/2024

FURIOUS- This is not allowed!!! To anyone who has seen this marketing campaign by our company, please forgive me. As most of you know, I am balancing a lot here: single parenting, farming, designing weddings and special events, and a winery/flower destination. Because marketing was one of the things I could get help with, we hired a team to help us. They were given strict guidelines not to misrepresent how many spaces were left or to gild the lily. In my mind, you can say "space is limited," which it is, but you can't lie about how many spaces are left. In fact, we have roughly fifteen spaces left. I do not condone marketing like this and want to apologize. When you see an ad or information from our company, I expect it to be true so that you can feel comfortable and secure in our posts. This whole world of social media has gotten out of control, and I refuse to be a part of it. Once upon a time Insta was a place of authenticity and spontaneity, and that is how I want our posts to read. Is the trip to Bogota epic and iconic? Yes, I can truthfully say this trip is life-changing, and I don't need to lie about that. Come with me or don't; your choice, but please forgive me for the scarcity tactics used by our marketing team. They will be notified, and this will not happen again. We provide incredible education and experiences; we don't need to resort to this or lies!!! So freaking mad that I stumbled upon this and had to stop my real work to fool around with this, heads are gonna roll!!!! Once again, I am sorry. What we have accomplished in this industry is real and we don't and won't resort to this!!!

09/08/2024

I am thrilled to be introducing our next educational opportunities. Join us this October for with educators . You also have the option to add on a one-day workshop with . Join us in November as we travel to Bogota, Colombia, to visit our friends for a remarkable experience showcasing the most prestigious rose grower in the world and the beauty of Bogota! Links to join us are in bio; there are limited seats available so don't delay!

06/08/2024

It's been a bit since I have written to you! It's hard to keep up with the posting that often feels like nonsense because it just doesn't get me close enough to you and its often meaningless. Not to mention the real stuff that goes on around here daily. Today we had to sacrifice the new irrigation system we were so close to affording for tree removal due to storm damage and groundhog removal because they don't stop breeding. These are the everyday decisions I have to make as I try to sustain this farm. Who could have ever imagined I would be doing this all on my own without Ev but I am driven by my focus of service and to make a difference. I think is a vessel or a tool that can be used to unite people and to help with healing. A saying I love is “you gotta give it away to keep it“ accepting my primary purpose is to make a difference in this world I feel less confused and uncertain about my future! I am thankful every day for the team that cares for this company and farm and that they allow me to dream. While I am only a florist and I do make a lot of people happy and I have impacted many people's businesses, I do see where I can make a bigger impact so please don't be concerned or confused when you see me using my resources in a more strategic and intentional way. I haven't lost my love of weddings, flowers, or education I am just a tad bit wiser and more powerful and it's time to use my gifts for things that matter and that are weighing on my mind like why are we losing so many children to fentanyl. Three times Hope Flower Farm and its flowers have supported families in this horrific losses, it's heartbreaking to experience and unbearably unnecessary, why arent we doing more? Why are our wells going dry in this county? Why is farming so unprofitable? Why do we medicate everything instead of learning to feel it and why do my kids get to do retakes on tests and turn their homework in late? This is all on my mind in the midst of chasing groundhogs, can a florist make a stand and a difference? She can with Hope! Watch ME!!!!
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25/07/2024

https://wjla.com/good-morning-washington/small-business-spotlight/defiantly-joyful-a-midsummer-celebration-of-self-care-and-empowerment

Hope Flower Farm and Winery owner Holly Chapple and Ohm Dome founder Jenny Goff promotes the Defiantly Joyful celebration in Leesburg, VA on Saturday. (7News)

08/07/2024

A Healing Experience | “Defiantly Joyful” is an enriching event set in the picturesque surroundings of in Leesburg, Virginia. This unique event, curated by and friends at her multifaceted property—a combination of a working flower farm, winery, and historic site—provides a haven where individuals can explore healing and recovery rituals that promote the strongest versions of ourselves.

The core theme of the event is finding and reclaiming joy despite the challenges posed by life’s most difficult moments. This theme is intricately woven into every activity and session, offering a holistic approach to recovery that involves flowers, multiple forms of spirituality, self-care, and community engagement.

We have so many incredible speakers and instructors to help guide your healing experience.

Visit the link in my bio or visit our upcoming events page at Hope Flower Farm to learn more and purchase tickets!

03/07/2024

My youngest three children missed so many significant family moments with : first dates, learning to drive, proms, graduations, college applications, and the end of being kids before they launch out into the world. I thought showing them this big world and the friends we have in it would inspire them and give them hope and excitement for their future. None of this would have been possible without my flower community!!! This is Grace's big trip, Sam and Elijah each had an opportunity as well to meet our friends and to experience the beauty this life holds and the limitless possibilities you have with good friends and courage!!! Thank you to , , , , , , , and for loving my husband and my children!!! Thankful beyond measure!!

03/07/2024

What an incredible experience designing for this Spring at our workshop! Such an amazing group of designers and planners! It’s always a floral designers dream when given a beautiful design board and creative floral freedom!

Planning and Design:
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Party Florals & Editorial “Rehearsal” Florals:
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Custom Drapery and Rain Plan Tent:
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Classic Truck: Camelot Classic Cars
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30/06/2024

We have created a weekend just for you!!!! Have you ever wondered about healthy mindful practices but have never had an opportunity to find out what those options are? Starting Friday night, July 26th, and closing on Sunday, July 28th, you are invited to invest in yourself. Healers, spiritual coaches, charities, health care providers, artists, and counselors are offering their services to registered guests at Hope Flower Farm. Learn about sound baths, yoga, reiki, meditative practices like art, flower arranging, and walking meditations. Join us at Hope Flower Farm for a weekend of peace and calm; you may come and go as you please, sampling as many activities as you would like. This event is about making time for yourself, learning ways to be the healthiest and most spectacular version of yourself, and finding joy and happiness no matter the circumstances. Just come and breathe!!!

Defiantly Joyful July 26th, 27th & 28th, 2024 A Healing Experience TICKETS "Defiantly Joyful" is an enriching workshop set in the picturesque surroundings of Hope Flower Farm in Leesburg, Virginia. This unique event, curated by Holly Chapple and friends at her multifaceted property—a combinati...

24/06/2024

hosted a soundbath today at (which was amazing). This was the card I chose. During those last months, Evan would repeatedly tell me how brave and strong I was, but honestly, I never saw it. Pulling this card today felt like a gift from him and a sweet reminder that I am brave and doing what I was always intended to do. I lead and teach with my whole heart, I go after what I envision, and I make things happen!! This Tuesday, we are launching our next learning opportunity for wedding and event designers and another courageous endeavor is an event we are hosting called Defiantly Joyful. With the help of many healers, practitioners and therapists, we will explore all mediums of wellness including floral design. Check it out !!! Comment JOIN if you would like to get updates on our newest endeavors!!

10/05/2024

This photo was taken thirteen days before Evan died. I knew was taking pictures in the field, but my heart was so heavy that I wasn't aware of what she was doing. I remember feeling dead but also alive, grateful for the peonies, and terrified even to imagine my future. I feared a time when I would be alone without him, but I indeed didn't imagine it would be coming anytime soon; however, when cancer becomes a part of your family's story, you live in a constant state of worry that loss can happen at any moment. It's a torturous hell, and I will never be able to articulate it. I have been thinking a lot about our journey, especially now that Evans Peonies have started coming. Something he planted years ago is still here to care for us even though he is gone. The peonies are how he supports us from above, and it's comforting that he can still care for us. It indicates his awesomeness, strength, and ability to provide and prepare long-term. These peonies were supposed to be a part of our retirement plan. I hope they can help sustain me, the kids, and a farm called !!! It's go time, baby; I am praying for peony sales!!! Happy Mother's Day to me!! I have fields and fields of flowers!!!

03/04/2024

Alert!!! Notice!!! We are pulling together an incredible opportunity to learn big scale design with a small group of students. This is a floral intensive and hands on workshop where you will produce along side Holly and her team to design a beautiful editorial photoshoot for .

We are only taking 5 student for this intensive - we will be creating bridal bouquets, styling table scapes and creating large scale designs for your portfolios.

Comment “editorial” to receive more information!! We hope you can join us!

01/04/2024

Through all the pain and anguish of losing , there have also been moments of pure joy. I'm in Ireland now with Eli; it's his turn to experience the lovely relationships we cultivated worldwide. It's so good for my children to know their dad was loved near and far in lands of castles and beautiful souls. I feel him with us; he is proud of what we built!!! A huge thank you to and for taking care of us, and a big huge thank you to for starting the European program. Some of our dearest friends are here, and I am honored to share them with my children!!! In the background is the magical , where I will teach next week!!

31/03/2024

This industry just lost a true legend. At the beginning of my story, there was . If you design with or grow dahlias, you should know the impact this man had in bringing dahlias to the forefront. Along with being an incredible grower and competitive Dahlia grower, he was also the president of the Dahlia Society for many years. We met at the long ago, and my heart just lost it for Don and his dahlias. Don went to farmers' markets way before growing and selling dahlias was a thing. I began purchasing his dahlias to enhance my wedding designs, and it was like magic!! My creations were journaled and recorded on my old blog, “The Full Bouquet,” when there were very few florists using social media and no one had access to a resource like Don.
As my work and the blog began getting recognition, designers started to come to my house to study with me and to go to Don's house for garden tours. This was when my teaching began, and many realized dahlias could be used in the mainstream if you had a friend like Don. The dahlia is one of those fantastic but finicky flowers that are best straight from the field, which meant no one used them because no one had a resource. I was spoiled during those early days with direct access to Don, and I remember that time so fondly. Famous designers and growers were taking notice of Don's flowers via my blog and began traveling to visit Don. This was such an exciting time in my life and in the flower world. The work Don did to showcase the dahlia has forever changed the industry. I want to share my true love and gratitude for ; we had just agreed to meet to share tubers. I had hoped to gather more knowledge from this incredible man. He showed such compassion when I lost Evan, and I am so saddened for his family. I am sure there is a great Easter Sunday dahlia discussion going on in heaven. This one breaks my heart!! I am praying for his family, and I am grateful I knew Don!!

29/03/2024

I walk through each day doing what I can to thrive. It's taking every resource imaginable to lift me and keep me moving forward. While I believe in God, I also believe in the universe, any form of spirituality that lifts people, and the power of nature. As I try to make sense of losing Evan, I do not blame my God. Evan and I learned a long time ago when we miscarried one of three of our children that God is not making bad things happen, but he is there for us to rely on to carry us through this life. Learning about the soul's purpose and plan on this earth is another thing helping me walk through this grief and the many responsibilities and decisions I have to make. It's helping me understand why I am here and why perhaps he had to go. I have work to do on this earth; I have always known it. I am a teacher, a community builder, and an innovator; I am a house, a safe place where others can rest. Over the next few weeks, I will travel to Ireland to teach. A big announcement and honor will be bestowed on me on April 2nd: my daughter will marry, our farm will have its first festival celebrating tulips, and I am excitedly building a unique experience at our farm that celebrates life and living with loss because hope and grief can coexist. I now understand it takes all the elements and all the higher powers working together.
We are calling this weekend on July 26-28 Defiantly Joyful. This event is being built with , Susan Lee, and many others. If you have a talent or service you would like to share, let us know. All of these fascinating things are happening because I believe in my future and the people, businesses, and miracles that are supporting me. Many thanks to and .dome for their miraculous presence in my life and for helping me with a loving father whom I call God. On spring break two years ago, Evan was admitted into the hospital, and I would spend that easter alone; it was the first indication of what was to come. While my heart aches this week, I feel loved and supported, and I have a purpose. Defiantly Joyful will be my way forward!!

22/02/2024

Thank you all for your beautiful thoughts and prayers today!! You turned a difficult day into joy by allowing me to relieve some of my burden, I was taught it cuts the pain in half. I was granted a beautiful day; my heart is full because of the people and flowers in my life. This trip to Spain was a part of the healing process, a part of a magical plan. I feel whole with those who love flowers as I do!!! So much inspiration today from and . I had a lot of fun creating this extraordinary piece, and thank you to , who travels with me wherever I go!! This has been one of my favorite floral experiences!! Follow along in stories to see all that is happening in Madrid!!

21/02/2024

Happy Birthday, Evan . There are no words to express this life without you. We continue to exist and try to find joy and hope in this world without you. There is so much beauty in the life we built for that I am eternally grateful; however, not a day goes by that I don't long for you and the life we had. All you planted is growing and flourishing, and our mission to serve is also in place. Just last week, I gave an acre of land to a young man so he could realize his dream of growing lavender. I know in my heart how much you would love this!! Samuel and I are safe in Spain with , realizing a dream you and I had. So many beautiful things continue to happen that I know you would be so proud of. I ask that you look over the children; their hurt and loss is what I worry most about. They need you even from up above!! All my love- H

06/02/2024

Comment “Peach Bouquet” if you would like to receive the recipe for this bridal bouquet!! We have an educational PDF all ready for you!!! We also offer educational workshops and this year in Ireland. Comment LEARN if you want to study with us in person.

01/02/2024

It's time to make this workshop in Ireland a reality. In 2020, we were scheduled to host a conference in Ireland . Finally, after this very long wait, we are officially headed to Ireland this April. I will be teaching alongside and at . Link in bio for details!! Who wants to meet us in Ireland?