Welcome to Green Parlour! As the season sets in, there's no better way to welcome it than with a beautiful DIY autumn wreath. In this blog post, I’ll take you through a simple, beginner-friendly process to create your own stunning wreath using natural elements like leaves, gourds, and rich fall colours. Whether you're new to crafting or a seasoned pro, this project is quick, fun, and perfect for bringing a touch of the season into your home.
September is in full swing, and if you’re like me, you’re excited about the beautiful dahlias gracing your garden. After a short break in Salcombe, Devon, I’m back in the studio, surrounded by vibrant blooms. Despite some initial challenges with slugs, my dahlias are flourishing, and I’m thrilled to share this arranging tutorial with you. In this latest video I share with you how to arrange dahlias from the comfort of your own home.
As the late summer season fills our gardens with rich colors and textures, it’s the perfect time to bring that beauty indoors with a fresh late summer flower arrangement. In my latest video, I’ll show you how to create a stunning centerpiece using seasonal flowers from our cutting patch and other local growers. Whether you’re new to floral design or looking to refine your skills, this step-by-step tutorial will help you craft a professional-quality arrangement that’s sure to impress.
As wedding season approaches, I understand that it’s not always possible to have a professional florist create all the flowers for your big day. While I wholeheartedly recommend hiring a professional florist for your bridal flowers when possible, I know that some brides prefer to craft their own. That’s why our DIY Wedding Flower Course: A Bridal Bouquet tutorial is here to guide you through the entire process—from selecting the perfect flowers to assembling your bouquet and adding those all-important finishing touches, like tying your bouquet with a beautiful ribbon.
Hello and a warm welcome to our Q&A session with a wedding florist! I'm Emma, the head florist at Green Parlour, and I'm thrilled to be your guide through the wonderful world of wedding flowers. With over 20 years of experience in the floral industry, I've developed a deep passion for creating stunning floral arrangements that bring joy to couples on their special day.
Planning a wedding can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing the perfect flowers to complement your vision. That's why I've put together this Q&A session—to help answer all those burning questions you may have about wedding floristry.
Whether you're just starting your wedding flower journey or looking for expert advice to refine your floral plans, I'm here to provide insightful answers and valuable guidance every step of the way. So, don't hesitate to share your questions with us—I'm here to help you plan your dream wedding with beautiful blooms.
Our Winter Flower School series is here. In this episode, join Emma in a guided urn arrangement using dried hydrangeas, scented paper whites and seasonal foliage.
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Christmas is in the air and it's the time of the year where my order books are filled with Christmas Wreaths. From XL jaw dropping Christmas Wreaths through to those laden with fruits, there is nothing like a beautiful door wreath to decorate your Christmas doorway. Today I'm sharing with you some inspirational Christmas wreaths for your home.
Wreaths are not just for winter, autumn wreaths are becoming the must have exterior decor item of the season. With all that wonderful colour, I'm always inspired by the start of the autumn season. What better way to capture the transition to winter than by starting the process to decorate your home.
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Winter has to be one of my favourite season. A chance to celebrate, embrace traditions and decorate your home for the winter season. I’m a big fan of twinkling lights, the scent of time and of course the annual tradition of hanging a Christmas Door Wreath on the front of my house. At Green Parlour, I believe that the true magic of the season lies in the act of creation. That's why I'm thrilled to invite you to our Christmas Wreath Making Course.
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Rowena and Josh chose to have their New Years Eve wedding at Wasing Park and what a day it was. I love flowering up at Wasing Park - it has a wonderfully laid back, yet sophisticated atmosphere. Perfect for a New Years Eve wedding celebration. The brief was my ideal for that time of year - crisp whites, fresh but with a hint of winter. The statement florals here were all about adding height to the barn - you cannot beat candelabras and layers upon layers of candles for the ultimate New Years Eve sparkle.
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