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Sep 15

Tools and Accessories – Getting StartedYvette

When you first get started in floristry, it can be hard to know what you need.  Having the right tools and equipment will make a big difference when preparing and arranging your flowers.

So – what do you need?

The Basics

Are you a hobbyist – or would like to try out whether flower arranging is for you?  Then these items are what you should start with. The good news is that these items can also be used for basic gardening activities, so they will also come in handy even if you decide not to continue on your floristry journey.  If you’ve done one of our floristry workshops, and want to continue learning at home, these items will be a great way to get started.

The Basic items you should have:

  • An apron
  • Hand towel
  • Gloves
  • Secateurs – ones that are suitable for flowers, foliage and wire cutting
  • Secateurs – another set that are suitable for heavy foliage and sticks

The Essentials

Are you super keen to continue on your flower journey?  Then these items are what you’ll need to have in your tool kit.  For those of you who are doing our Flower Basics, Flower Therapy, or Career Change Courses – these are what we recommend for you.

The Essential items you should have:

  • Apron
  • Hand towel
  • Gloves
  • Secateurs – suitable for flowers, foliage and wire cutting
  • Secateurs – another set that are suitable for heavy foliage and sticks
  • Multi-sharpener for keeping your secateurs in top condition
  • 1 roll of Floral tape (we love the Parafilm brand)
  • Wire – we recommend having the following size gauges .3, .4, .5, .7, .9

Whether you are a hobbyist, just starting your floristry journey, or looking for a career change and moving into floristry, having the right tools and equipment will help you when preparing and arranging your flowers – so start with the lists above to set you on your way.

 

Bloom College has taken the time to carefully choose the best tools and equipment available (at the right prices), and we have packaged them to make it simple for you.  Our Basics, and Essentials Tool Kits can be purchased here.  For a full list of our Floristry Courses and Flower Workshops head here.