Friday's Flowers on a Sunday

7 April 2013

Friday's Flowers on a Sunday

To say the past few weeks have been a whirlwind is an understatement. Since coming back from the Flower Wild work shop at the end of March, we've been thrown into catching up with proposals and emails, final meetings with brides and presenting the mock ups of centrepieces and bouquets for wedding days. And, dare I say, starting the count down for our opening of 19 Queen.

Ranunculus

In amongst all the chaos, our beloved Petals van that has been faithfully with us since 2002, held up her exhaust pipe in quiet protest and cried out for retirement.

On Thursday, between racing from a site meeting, checking on the delivery of the new fridge, selecting vases for 19 Queen and ordering a new van, the flower shipment arrived. Long rectangular heavy duty boxes containing carefully wrapped precious goods; flowers sourced from all over the world.

I am never content with mediocre. I want stunningly beautiful, discussion-worthy, interesting, jaw-dropping OMG flowers. I loved that even with the madness of the day, the bombardment of emails, calls, texts and appointments, I couldn't help but stop and inspect the shipment. Gingerly I lifted the cardboard lids to find an array of blooms laid tightly wrapped in their cocoon of cotton wool, tissue and cardboard on beds of still cold ice packs.

In the craziness of our lives, we all deserve something that makes one stop, if only for a moment, demanding you to be present. It makes me smile that even though it's Sunday, all I can think about are the flowers that arrived now sitting in the quietness of the design studio. As each moment passes, they languidly shake off their jet lag and slowly bloom while waiting for Monday. Then they will be given with love and affection to someone or sit in an office and bring colour and design not only to the recipient but to collegues, rushing by, lost in their own demands of appointments, phone calls and emails.

...njb

Ranunculus, Flowering Eucalyptus, Ruscus and hidden from sight, Tulips

White Lilac

Vandela Roses, Ivory Spray Roses

Ivory Spray Roses

Peonies - just in season!

Tulip in a colour I call Japanese Aubergine

Bells of Ireland

Elk Horn Fern

Love Lies Bleeding

Screw palm ('borrowed' from my ex-husband's garden)

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CARING FOR YOUR FLOWERS

Cut Flowers
There are several ways to ensure that your flowers last longer. Before arranging your flowers in a vase, trim the stems on a slight angle. Top up the container regularly with fresh water. Keep your flowers away from drafts and direct sunlight -- the cooler the room, the longer your flowers will last. Remove spent flowers as they fade.

Hand Tied Arrangements
Our hand tied flowers are presented cinched at the waist in a cellophane package filled with water. Once the flowers arrive home, they should be transferred to a vase. Fill the vase two-thirds full of cool water. Untie the package over a sink (otherwise the water will spill onto the counter) and transfer the arrangement to your vase. Check the water level regularly as flowers get thirsty, replacing the water completely every few days.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Our floral designers collaborate with clients to portray their story or message through flowers. For weddings we talk about the things you love. We find inspiration from the most unexpected places within the fabric of your lives and from that, a theme is developed. Each couple's journey is unique and we are passionate about bringing your vision to life with flowers and local foliage with just the right accents while working within your budget. We tell your story through colour, texture and composition. We ask: What do flowers mean to you?

For local companies, we draw from their philosophy, industry and architecture, ensuring that their floral designs -- most often located in the reception and boardroom areas -- reflect their aesthetic.

7 April 2013