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4 Reasons Why Floristry Should Be Your Next Hobby
Have you ever looked in a florist’s window and thought, I wish I could do that? Or perhaps you’ve tried your hand at creating a bouquet yourself and wondered why it doesn’t look quite right? While it may seem pretty straightforward to stick a few flowers in a vase, there’s actually a thought processRead more
Boutonniere: How To Make a Buttonhole
Buttonholes were first introduced as “nosegays” in early 1500s Europe and North America for wealthy gentlemen to disguise the odours of those eras (we’ll let you use your imagination). Today the tradition of wearing buttonholes continues for special occasions like weddings or big events. Buttonholes are traditionally worn by men on the lapel of theirRead more
What’s the deal with floral foam?
Floral foam has been a source of contention for the floristry industry of late. These green, sponge-like foam blocks are an easy way to arrange flowers and keep them hydrated with very little mess. In more recent years it’s also become popular on social media ASMR videos because of the satisfying crunching sound it makesRead more
Floriography: a bouquet for every occasion
Using flowers to communicate messages or feelings has been happening for thousands of years. Formally known as floriography, the practice became very popular in Victorian England, where speaking feelings or expressing emotions was usually repressed in polite society. With there being so many different meanings for flower pairings, eventually “La langage des Fleurs,” was publishedRead more
What Are The Best Floral Foam Alternatives?
When floral foam was invented in the U.S. back in 1954, it quickly took over the floristry industry, becoming a florist’s best friend. A block of green, sponge-like foam that not only holds flowers in place but keeps them hydrated and easy to transport? It was a dream come true. Fast-track to the present day,Read more
How Do I Take Care of my Terrarium?
Terrariums are a great option for those of us that don’t have a whole lot of outside space to play with. They’re stunning to look at, fairly simple to take care of and will likely last you a long time. But every plant needs a little bit of TLC to thrive, and terrariums are noRead more
How to use the element of line when constructing a fresh flower wreath
Yvette shares with you a quick tip straight from the classroom on how to use the element of line when constructing a fresh flower wreath. Watch Now
Big Bouquet workshop with Alyssa
Our Big Bouquets workshop with Alyssa in Collingwood is approaching fast! And we only have a few spots left! Running on July 4th, learn how to create a bouquet using larger blooms and foliage. Workshops are a great introduction to floristry if you haven’t created an arrangement before, and if you have, workshops are aRead more