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Everything You Need To Know About Flower Pressing
Flower pressing is a beautiful and delicate art form that has been practised for centuries. It involves preserving flowers by flattening and drying them, which can be used for a variety of purposes. It holds significant cultural and personal meaning, and is a popular hobby for many. Whether used for decorative purposes or as aRead more
How To Make A Hat Box Arrangement
Easy to transport and deliver, as well as being a stunning treat for the lucky recipient, hat boxes are a staple arrangement in any florist’s repertoire. A luxurious hat box could be just the special type of arrangement to offer to help your floristry business stand out from the crowd during any busy season. Read more
Easter in Autumn: What every florist needs to know
Flowers symbolise new life, hope and rebirth, which are central to the Easter message. It’s the perfect time to enjoy your flowers, rest and be with the ones that bring you joy. Giving flowers at Easter is a popular tradition that dates back many years. It is a way to express love and gratitude (especiallyRead more
How To Prepare Your Floristry Bench
When it comes to creating showstopping arrangements, preparation is KEY. Taking the time to properly prep your botanical material, set up your bench with your tools, and envisage the design you want to create before you place the first flower is the sign of a great florist. Even just a little preparation can meanRead more
The Floristry Kit Starter Packs Every Florist Needs
A great florist needs equally great tools. That’s why we’ve redesigned our Bloom College tool kits – to ensure you can begin your floristry journey with ease. These floristry tool kits have been designed to help beginners and professionals alike, and are the result of decades of first-hand experience and research by Bloom College’s founder, YvetteRead more
Valentine’s Day Flowers That Aren’t Roses
While roses are the most obvious choice for Valentine’s Day, you don’t have to limit yourself to them! There are plenty of flowers that make great gifts on February 14, each carrying its own symbolism of love and devotion to make your partner feel special. So if roses aren’t your thing, or you just wantRead more
The DIY Summer Tropical Flower Arrangement You’ll Wish You Knew About Sooner
This warmer weather has got us feeling very summery, and what better way to embrace the summer vibes than with a show-stopping tropical arrangement you can make at home? This arrangement utilises linear design – a form of presentation that is extremely useful for the display of unique, dominant flowers, as it allows the floristRead more
Flower Trends for 2023
Well, so long 2022. This year we’ve seen a boom in eclectic wild-flower bouquets, sustainable floristry designs, native flowers as wedding bouquets and the incorporation of straw into large arrangements – proving once again that floristry is as trendy and exciting as fashion, interior design or hair. But now we can put 2022’s contributions behindRead more
What Flowers Should You Use For Hanukkah?
While many of us are decorating our homes with beautiful Christmas arrangements of red and white, the Jewish community is preparing to celebrate their traditional winter-time holiday too (although it’ll be mid-summer for those down here in Australia!) In this blog, we’ll take a look at the significance of flowers for Hanukkah and whetherRead more
3 Christmas Flowers To Enhance Your Holiday Table Settings
To provide a festive touch to this season, you’re going to need some flowers. Luckily, there are many options available that can provide that special Christmas feel without having to spend much money or effort on them. Let’s take a look at some of the options! Poinsettia Nothing quite says Christmas like aRead more