Using Moss in Funeral Work
Information and inspiration to help you make the best use of moss in funeral tributes.
Su Whale
Jul 21, 20252 min read
My First Year at College: What I’ve Learnt About Working with Flowers
“How’s the floristry going?” is a question I get asked quite often, now that I’m 12 months into an 18-month course at Shipley College,...
Joanna Marshall
Jul 16, 20254 min read
Boost Sales in the Quiet Times
Summer can be a tricky time; business can be slow, but there are some things you can do to keep business going strong over the summer months
Jackie Whittaker
Jul 11, 20252 min read
Nicolaus Peters at Moreton Morrell
A masterclass in ‘Less is More’ As the saying goes, Nicolaus Peters is a man who needs no introduction after winning the Interflora...
Su Whale
Jun 20, 20253 min read
Colleges Compete at Harrogate Spring Flower Show
The brief, "Swords & Sorcery: Fantasy Heroes" certainly sounded challenging, but nine floristry colleges from across the north of England...
Jackie Whittaker
Apr 25, 20251 min read
Is it Time for a Store Makeover?
Staying current and relevant is vital for retail sales, and that applies to your shop fit as well as your product ranges.
Two Visual
Apr 17, 20253 min read
Are we Encouraging the Next Generation of Florists?
I fell in love with flowers as a little girl, I was fascinated by their colours, their scents, the myriad of shapes and when my Auntie...
Viv Bradford
Apr 8, 20253 min read
Doncaster College Floristry Department Selected for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025
Doncaster College is thrilled to announce that its Floristry department has been selected to exhibit at the world-renowned Chelsea Flower...
Doncaster College
Apr 7, 20252 min read
“That’s not what I wanted!” - Managing complaints
Catherine Jane Kirk shares her knowledge and expertise on the art of managing customer complaints...
Catherine Jane Kirk
Mar 26, 20251 min read
From the Workroom: Being Savvy with Basing
Su Whale shares her professional tips for effective, good quality basing work.
Su Whale
Mar 25, 20252 min read
Phalaenopsis – Everyone’s Favourite Orchid featuring Floristry Tips from Su Whale
Su Whale praises this perennial favourite and suggests how best to display and sell Phalaenopsis.
Su Whale
Mar 21, 20252 min read
My Floral Journey: the Challenges and Importance of Training
When I look back on my training journey, it’s one I wouldn’t change in any way. It’s a pathway I encourage anyone to take. It’s fun, hard...
Hannah Friel
Mar 19, 20253 min read
Mother’s Day? Child’s Play!
Make the most of Mother's Day sales by creating a range for young children with money to spend.
Su Whale
Mar 17, 20252 min read
Retail Guide: Keeping your Shop Clean
When was the last time you took a really close look at the inside of your shop and workroom?
Jackie Whittaker
Mar 11, 20254 min read
Choosing Joy: Starting out on a Career Change Journey
In Summer 2024 I handed in my notice for a well-paid, full-time senior role in Marketing & PR to follow my dream of becoming a florist....
Joanna Marshall
Feb 20, 20254 min read
