Keeping cutting records of my locally grown flowers and foliage in 2024 has given me insights into where the majority of the flowers I use come from – the answer? Birmingham!
Tracking my locally grown flowers in 2024
Fun florals with bridesmaid bouquets – how to make them work
Bridesmaid bouquets and floral fabrics can compete for spotlight at your wedding – here’s some advice to help you decide which florals should play the diva role and which should be the supporting act.
Win a dried flower heart!
Who and what is Sustainabrum? Sustainabrum is a community interest company (CIC) which was set up by Birmingham residents, Jen and Faye, to raise the profile of all the wonderful sustainable businesses we have in our city. They created it
Planning your big day: “What wedding flowers do I need?”
Who needs flowers at a wedding? So you’re engaged – congratulations! And now the planning starts…. you probably didn’t realise there would be so many details to consider and that the list of questions would be endless! If this is
Sustainable floristry workshops with Tuckshop Flowers
Floristry workshops are a great way to learn new skills, to recharge your batteries and to capture great images to promote your work. Find out more about my workshops and upcoming teaching collaborations.
Wedding flowers: a spring mantlepiece
Bring a floral wow to your wedding or event flowers with a fully flowery fireplace. See how Carole and Meg created this spring meadow installation.
Changing the world of funeral flowers from my shed
Find out why I’m setting out to shake up the world of funeral flowers from my shed. Read more about the new Farewell Flowers florist directory which aims to connect people across the UK with more planet-friendly choices for funeral flowers.
10 tips for choosing a wedding florist
Congratulations! You’re engaged! There’s so much to organise now you’re planning a wedding, so here are my top tips for choosing a wedding florist to suit you.
Seasonal flowers for every month: January
A monthly bouquet showcasing seasonal flowers starts today! Find out what’s flowering in the UK in Janauary and has the wow factor that is WIGGLE!
Why choose and use locally grown flowers?
Read why I love using my own and other local flowers and why and when I may choose to use flowers from further afield.