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An extravaganza of sorts…

We attended a wedding fair last weekend at the Assembly rooms in Bath. It was a curious day, the footfall to the event was very slow but brides seem to be very positive that we met there. I would love to know whether Brides do attend wedding fairs more these days or whether it is…

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It’s the taking part that counts…

Well, what can I say! I thought, I created and I came in the top five!! I entered the BFA Bristol heat for RHS Chelsea Florist of the year I entered ages ago and then completely forgot about it, then the weekend before realised that I had 4 days to prepare!!! Are you someone who works well…

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Loving the weekends…..

j Well, I have to say I have loved this weekend. Driving back from the flower market along the country lanes I couldn’t resist taking this photo. It was a proper Autumn morning and the sunrise was absolutely stunning. I could wax lyrical about how cute the horses looked but actually its all about the…

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My new top five!

New loves have been created! White Amaryllis…. I feel they are hugely underrated and yet are a stunningly elegant flower. You will be pleased to know that they have also made it into our Christmas Shop for 2011!! Fresh rose petals… Now had I known what I know now, I would have handed out buckets of fresh…

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Roll on the sniffly nose….Autumn is here!!

This week has been glorious as I have been able to indulge in my love of all things vintage crate like!! Hurrah I hear you cry….. Our new display outside Hartley Farm shop is complete, with a truly scrumptious Autumnal display! I would urge you to come visit and check it out!! I wanted to create a door wreath…

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A day off…

 I love an adventurous bride. This photo came from a wedding we did this last weekend. She had two sets with flowers to welcome her guests in the entrance way. I always think its a great to use items which are completely unique to you as it makes your day that bit more special. And…

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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

I thought I would keep it simple today, had marvelous afternoon with friends, just hanging out! Cause frankly that’s all that Sundays should be about! We have been building up a collection of bouquet photos so feast your eyes on these as I am off in search of a cup of tea…. Enjoy…..

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Luxury is the answer…..

Well, what can I say! Last weekend was officially a belter. The new Mr & Mrs are in Bali somewhere and we are only just recovering!! It was a fabulous weekend with the closest wedding we have ever done! We walked across the field and into the marquee to set the reception up, round the…

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Who needs the Gym when……

Who needs the gym when your a florist? We certainly didn’t this weekend, we drove down to a gorgeous barn near Tisbury to decorate for a wedding reception. The weather was certainly VERY mixed, between horrendous downpours & bright sunshine we hung garlands high up in the ceiling of the barn. The bridal bouquet was vintage to the core, from…

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