Monthly Archives: April 2011

45Kate’s bridal bouquet…what did you think?

What a wonderful day!  The weather held out and the crowds lined the streets of London, waving Union Jack flags.  I was glued to the television and I wasn’t disappointed by how amazingly beautiful Kate looked! But after all these … Continue reading

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4Flowers (and trees!) for Kate and William’s wedding day…

As Kate walks down the aisle in Westminster Abbey today towards her husband-to-be, she’ll pass by six 20ft field maple and two hornbeam trees. What a lovely way to conjure up the feeling of getting married in the middle of … Continue reading

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1Introducing accessory designer, Nicola De Cruz…

Recently, I discovered the work of designer, Nicola De Cruz, who makes the floral-inspired accessories featured in today’s post. She started her business after realising that there was a gap in the market for contemporary handbags and purses in the UK. Her products … Continue reading

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0Introducing textile artist, Charlotte Clowes…

At a local craft fair recently, I met textile artist Charlotte Clowes.  I was immediately taken by her unusual vibrant floral designs, which are so fresh and uplifting! Today’s post features a selection of her pictures which she creates using a unique … Continue reading

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0Introducing designer, Emma Hardicker…

Last month at the Country Living Fair in London, I met the very talented Emma Hardicker.  I was so taken by Emma’s beautiful screen prints and her passion for all things floral! Today’s post features just a few of her designs.  The … Continue reading

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0A sunny spring day at Fulham Palace Garden Centre in London

Recently I visited Fulham Palace Garden Centre, an oasis of greenness and tranquillity in southwest London, catering specifically for the urban gardener. A lot of thought has gone into sourcing plants and products suitable for green-fingered people in London….from tasteful, … Continue reading

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2Book Review of The Language of Flowers by Shane Connolly

British florist, Shane Connolly, has often been associated with the royal family, having created Camilla’s wedding bouquet for her marriage to Charles in 2005. He also arranged the flowers for the Queen’s 60th wedding anniversary dinner and other royal occasions. … Continue reading

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3Winkworth Arboretum…stunning bluebells in bloom there this weekend

Today’s post features beautiful images of bluebells at Winkworth Arboretum in Surrey. A woodland covered with a carpet of these pretty blue-purple coloured wild flowers is a sign that spring is well and truly here…although with the wonderful weather some of … Continue reading

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0Introducing textile designer and artist, Andrea Curtis…

At the Country Living Fair in London last month, I met textile designer and artist, Andrea Curtis. With a degree in Textile Design, Andrea has always been passionate about pattern and texture.  She specialises in monoprints, textiles and linocuts, and … Continue reading

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2Floral highlights from The Landscape Show, April 2011

Last week, I visited a new trade show, called The Landscape Show at Olympia in London and today I thought I’d share with you some of the photos of London florists’ stands from the event. The stunning arrangement above was … Continue reading

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