Preparing for the Future with Debra Prinzing
Flower Discoveries:
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Preparing for the Future
Kelly is joined today by Debra Prinzing of Slow Flowers. If you’ve been feeling pressured to solve every problem, Debra has some great advice for slowing down and refocusing on the needs you are already successfully meeting. She’s also sharing a few tips for those who may have “paused” their business in the recent months. Where do we go from here and how do we prepare for the future as farmers, florists, and small businesses of any kind? Tune in to find out what steps in this season can best equip your business for the coming years.
Debra Prinzing is a Seattle-based writer, speaker, and leading advocate for American-grown flowers. Through her many Slow Flowers-branded projects, she has convened a national conversation that encourages consumers and professionals alike to make conscious choices about their floral purchases. Debra is the producer of SlowFlowers.com, the weekly "Slow Flowers Podcast," and the American Flowers Week (June 28 through July 4) campaign. Debra is a Florists' Review contributing editor for which she produces the "Slow Flowers Journal" section. She is author of 10 books, including Slow Flowers and The 50 Mile Bouquet. Follow Debra on Instagram at @myslowflowers and @dkprinzing.
Designing with Dried Flowers: Things You Need to Consider
Dried flowers are all the rage these days, and Team Flower Member April Ellsworth of April Flowers is chiming in with tips and tricks on using them! She’s chatting about sourcing, pricing, mechanics, and so much more! Whether or not you’ve dipped your toes in the water of this floral medium before, you’ll be ready for your next dried flower event!
