#bloomscrolling #orangesun #coloraday #flowers #floristry

Burgundy explorer roses mingle with brick red gladiola, polar white lisianthus and waxflower. This arrangement stands proud in a hand thrown carved cylinder vase.

🕙 to impress your special someone on #ValentinesDay! 💐

Visit the Infinite Variations Booth (www.ivpottery.com)

at Afterglow Brewing in #Norfolk

2330 Bowdens Ferry Road
Suite 600, Norfolk, #Virginia 23508

$111 takes this lovely work of #art home.

#VirginiaIsForLovers #floristry #romance #roses

Synod votes to embrace sustainable use of flowers in churches CRITICISM of the decision to include on the General Synod agenda a motion on the use of sustainable flowers in churches was roundly seen off during the debate on Thursday morning. Questions had been raised earlier in the week during a discussion a...

Criticism of the decision to include on the General #Synod agenda a motion on the use of sustainable flowers in churches was roundly seen off during the debate on Thursday morning

#churchflowers #flowers #Floristry #churchnews

Soft and subdued this time...roses. Lidia this, hydrangea, mums, clematis, hypericum, scabiosa, tulips
#flowers #bloomscrolling #rosewednesday #floristry

Willow 'basket' design of three hoops bound at the top with raffia, spreading out to cradle pink tulips, daffodils, white roses and chrysanthemums, gypsophila, eucalyptus, sprouting curly willow and masses of catkins

Willow 'basket' design of three hoops bound at the top with raffia, spreading out to cradle pink tulips, daffodils, white roses and chrysanthemums, gypsophila, eucalyptus, sprouting curly willow and masses of catkins

Willow 'basket' design of three hoops bound at the top with raffia, spreading out to cradle pink tulips, daffodils, white roses and chrysanthemums, gypsophila, eucalyptus, sprouting curly willow and masses of catkins

Willow 'basket' design of three hoops bound at the top with raffia, spreading out to cradle pink tulips, daffodils, white roses and chrysanthemums, gypsophila, eucalyptus, sprouting curly willow and masses of catkins

Final week of floristry class 😭😭😭
We had to make our own design and it turned out toooo pretty

#Floristry #FloralArt #Bloomscrolling

Close-up of a heliconia flower with a central pink petal surrounded by vibrant orange bracts with black-tipped ends, set against a blurred background of a sandy area, wooden chairs, and green foliage.

Close-up of a vibrant orange flower with long, pointed petals, surrounded by large green leaves. Two smaller, similar flowers are visible in the background. In the bottom right corner, a person's feet wearing purple flip-flops can be seen.

🌷 Bird of paradise flower (Strelitzia reginae)

#bloomscrolling #bloom #flowers #floristry #flora #photography

Close-up photograph of a Paperflower (bougainvillea) plant with vibrant pink flowers, showcasing the flowers' delicate papery petals against a backdrop of green leaves and stems. The composition is filled with the vivid pink blooms, highlighted by the sunlight.

🌸 Paperflower (bougainvillea)

#bloomscrolling #bloomsky #bloom #flowers #floristry #flora #photography

Close-up shot of a light pink rhododendron flower in full bloom, revealing a central pistil and stamens with fine light pink lines radiating from the center of the petals; surrounded by shiny, deep green, oval-shaped leaves and brown ground and branches in the blurred background.

🌺 Pacific rhododendron
#bloomscrolling #bloomsky #bloom #flowers #floristry #flora #photography

A parallel floral arrangement in green, white and yellow. Pussy willow and dogwood stems stand tall with white and green chrysanthemums, white alliums and purple veronica. The base of the tray is covered with yellow and white mums, allum leaves, rolled stripy leaves, rosemary and baby alstro

Close up of the base cover with stripy rolled leaf, mums, purple willow and rosemary

Another close up of the base cover

Forgot to post last week's floristry! It's over two feet long! Really enjoyed doing this one

#Floristry #FloralArts #Bloomscrolling

A chandelier floral arrangement on a willow hoop with ash and oak buds, hazel catkins, moss, lichen, ferns, arum, ivy, daffodils and pink spray carnations

A chandelier floral arrangement on a willow hoop with ash and oak buds, hazel catkins, moss, lichen, arum, ferns, ivy, daffodils and pink spray carnations

Close up of chandelier floral arrangement on a willow hoop with ash and oak buds, hazel catkins, moss, lichen, arum, ferns, ivy, daffodils and pink spray carnations

The photos don't do it justice. It's lovely lying in bed looking up at the arrangement from this week's floristry lesson, so and fresh and bright after all that dark winter foliage
All buds, lichen and catkins from trees blown down in last week's storm

#Floristry #FloralArts #Bloomscrolling

‘There’s a dark side to floristry’: are pesticides making workers seriously ill – or worse? Unlike in food, there is no upper limit on the amount of pesticide residue levels in flowers. But after French officials linked the death of a florist’s child to exposure in pregnancy, many in the ind...

‘There’s a dark side to #floristry’: are #pesticides making workers seriously ill – or worse?

Unlike in food, there is no upper limit on the amount of pesticide residue levels in flowers.

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For last week's floristry lesson, we spent a couple of days decorating Mount Edgcumbe House at Torpoint. We had a marvellous time, worked together soooo well and had a lovely night out too

Merry merry seasonal wonders to all 🎄🎀🌟🎇🥂
#Floristry #FloralArts #Christmas

Photo taken on March 04, 2018 with my NIKON D5200 using the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D (i) lens. Find more information at https://gommadigitale.com/photo/04-03-2018/146

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Photo taken on March 04, 2018 with my NIKON D5200 using the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D lens. Find more information at https://gommadigitale.com/photo/04-03-2018/151

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1.5m seasonal garland of fir, holly, ivy, eucalyptus, hazel, with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, orange stars and a big gold bow in the middle

Close up of the gold bow

Close up of the garland with bow, gold pine cone, orange slices in the foreground. The garland reaches back in the frame showing the foliage in all shades of green interspersed with orange hazel leaves

Door swag (hanging sheaf) of camellia, ivy, for, rosemary, eucalyptus, myrtle, holly and teazles with gold bow and pine cones at the top

Today's creations in floristry class: seasonal garland and door swag

#Floristry #Bloomscrolling #FloralArt #Garland #Xmas

Two projects today: an upcycled indoor planter and a chicken wire heart

#Floristry #FloralArt #GreenBabies #HousePlants #Bloomscrolling

Hand tied bouquet in cellophane and light green tissue There are red and yellow roses, orange gerbera, pale yellow carnations, lillies still in bud and decorative grasses

Hand tied bouquet in cellophane and light green tissue aquapack There are red and yellow roses, orange gerbera, pale yellow carnations, lillies, wine coloured chrysanths and decorative grasses

The bouquet at home in a huge glass vase, to the other flowers I've added orange, purple and green foliage and dark green glossy fatsia leaves

Made in class yesterday: a hand tied bouquet, wrapped and presented 3 ways

#Floristry #FloralArt #Bloomscrolling

Half term this week so no flowers, but here's a wreath I made for a friend

#Floristry #FloralArt #Bloomscrolling #Autumn

Domed centerpiece of foliage, heather, thistles, teazles, wax flower, hydrangea, buttonflower and roses

Flat centrepiece on willow hoop with foliage, hydrangea, thistle, teazle, heather with a central white rose

Small basket arrangement with hydrangea, foliage, grasses, roses, heayher

Three arrangements in class today! Distributing them to family

#Floristry #FloralArt #Bloomscrolling

Parterre at the Alcazaba. Box parterre with small red roses quarters the garden. At the centre splashes a pink marble fountain with two grey doves sitting on the rim. In the background an ancient, thick jasmine covers a brick and wood pergola, providing shade and a lovely perfume

Bright red blooms of hibiscus glowing in the sun with thick green foliage and a sky that can only be described as azure in the background

At the Museo de Málaga, Vestida de Sol exhibition. A life-size wooden posable hand holds a flower made of gold and silver with tiny rubies set at the ends of the stamen and little buds also on the stem

Okay it's not flowers but... looking up at lush towering palm trees of many different species in the Parque de Málaga on a hot sunny day

I was on holiday so no floristry this week but here are some flowers from Málaga
#Floristry #FloralArt #Bloomscrolling

#TIH
Texas A&M’s new floral-design frameworks—education & skills—win 80-88% industry backing to reverse aging workforce & boost growth.
Details: maxapress.com/article/doi/10.48130/tih...
#Floristry #WorkforceDevelopment

A display of flowers creatively arranged inside tires, showcasing a variety of colorful blooms. The image features a mix of houseplants and flowers in flowerpots, adding a touch of nature to an indoor setting. The flowers are placed in different parts of the tires, creating a visually appealing floral design. The composition includes plants and flowers in pots, with a focus on the vibrant colors and textures. This unique display would be perfect for a garden shop or as a decorative piece in a home or garden.

A stage is set up outdoors with rows of white chairs arranged neatly. The stage is illuminated by bright lights, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. In the background, there is a clear blue sky and tall trees, adding to the natural outdoor setting. A sign is displayed prominently on the stage, catching the eye with its orange writing against a blue background. The overall scene exudes a sense of preparation for a performance or event, with the stage ready for speakers or performers to take their place in front of an audience seated in the chairs.

A serene outdoor scene featuring a white tent with a stage set up in a garden filled with colorful flowers. The tent is illuminated with lights, creating a magical ambiance. Surrounding the tent are various types of plants and trees, including one with white flowers. The sky above is clear with a few fluffy clouds, adding to the picturesque setting. The overall color scheme is dominated by white and grey tones, with accents of a deep green color. The atmosphere suggests a festive event or performance taking place in a peaceful outdoor setting.

The garden festival / Landesgartenschau was not just about gardening. There were also events etc. (Which we didn't attend)

One place was about #floristry with really beautifully decorated arrangements. I'm always a bit jealous of such things. They look […]

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Sheaf of red roses, mustard and green chrysanthemum s, pale yellow carnations, orange gerbera and lots of mixed foliage, framed with two large dark green fatsia leaves

Week 3 of the #Floristry course and we made a hand-tied sheaf, a form that's used on top of a coffin, and a buttonhole

#FloralDesign #Flowers

Green wreath using grass as the base, with ivy, bracken and dried stuff from the hedgerows

Assymetric autumn wreath using hazel as the base, with grasses, bracken, hawthorn berries, dried stuff from the hedges, acorns and lichen

Went for a blissful walk down the lane, gathered a load of stuff and made two wreaths (my first ever!)

#Floristry #FloralArts #Bloomscrolling #Wreath

Willow cross with central arrangement of white roses, gypsophilia and lisianthus with red carnations and green foliage, sitting on a 19th century granite tombstone studded with moss and lichen

Close up of central arrangement of white roses, gypsophilia and lisianthus with red carnations and green foliage, sitting on a 19th century granite tombstone studded with moss and lichen

Second class today

I actually left this in the churchyard, I didn't really want it in the house! But I'm happy with how it turned out

#Floristry #FloralArts #Bloomscrolling

🌸 Empowering women in Peru through gender-focused floriculture! Agape Hand supports training, leadership, and sustainable growth. Every flower cultivated sparks change and opportunity.

🔗 https://agapehands.org/empower-women-change-world/

#WomenEmpowerment #AgapeHand #Floristry #GenderEquality

My floristry competition entry won me third place via public vote!!! The other entries were amazing and I feel so proud for making top three!!!

#floristry #flowers

Photo taken on March 04, 2018 with my NIKON D5200 using the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D lens. Find more information at https://gommadigitale.com/photo/04-03-2018/151

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Behind every bouquet Gaye Barbour has fashioned lies a story marked by serendipity. Gaye spoke to SMF News about her journey to Die Blomstalletjie on Andringa Street.
#Stellenbosch #Flowers #Floristry

Read here: www.smfnews.org/beyond-the-b...

#flowers
#brightcolors
#floristry