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On this episode of the Team Flower Podcast, we’re talking with Sarah Bruxvoort of Rose and Laurel. As a floral designer, Sarah is well-versed in planning styled shoots. Often, floral designers are hesitant to plan this type of creative venture, so Sarah is giving us the tools and tips we need to take the leading step in styled shoots.
Getting ready to launch a flower truck business? Before you create the look and feel of your flower truck, lay some groundwork. In this guide you’ll get tips, tricks, and important considerations you need before you start.
As florists, the details in our designs often represent our brand, and many of our clients come to us because of those details. And at the same time, our industry is continuously changing, and we can choose to evolve with it as we push ourselves creatively to find our voice, test new mechanics, explore fresh ideas, and develop our artistry.
Whether you live in a big city or a small town, space is a beautiful thing as a floral designer. If you rent or own studio space, it can be difficult to know how to make the most of what you have. Others, like myself, have to utilize whatever limited area is available in their homes. Here are four things I’ve learned for making the most of small spaces for design.
Life as a florist in a large metropolitan area can be both challenging and rewarding. Since moving from Kentucky to New York City, I’ve learned many lessons in adaptability, flexibility, and patience (car, studio, and cooler, I miss you!). But I’ve also found that for the same reasons, my appreciation for flowers and my admiration for their resilience has deepened! Floral work is undoubtedly a labor of love, but over time I’ve discovered some tips that have made the big city flower life easier. Whether you’re a city native who’s venturing into flowers for the first time or a seasoned flower pro transitioning into big city life, I hope these tips can be helpful for you too!
Flower farming takes a lot of time and energy. Sometimes after putting so much thought into your seed and plug orders, planting, maintaining, and harvesting your flowers, making sure to properly transport and deliver them may be something of an afterthought. But delivering the flowers without experiencing any wear and tear on the way to your destination is a crucial step in maintaining your reputation for quality. Dive into this article for comprehensive tips for transporting flowers from your farm.
