Spring is coming! Floral craft ideas for February It’s the first week in February and as I look out the window at 3pm I can’t tell if it’s overcast or starting to get dark. But there are some hints that spring is just around the corner. Garden flowers already in bloom here are daffodils, early…
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Dried Flowers A to Z
Some useful pages about dried flower crafts I’ve been in the dried flowers business for twenty years now and have picked up lots of knowledge to share! Here is a list of stand-out topics around the subject, be it varieties of blooms, types of craft or useful materials. Other resources can be found under the…
Dried lavender questions answered
Lavender FAQ Over the last few years I have noticed a massive increase in interest in dried lavender and its uses. A quick internet search yielded me a barrage of frequently asked questions. Here are fourteen popular questions I found online: What is dried lavender good for How long does dried lavender last Is dried…
Potpourri making in Flora magazine
Potpourri fetches top prices Potpourri has become highly sought after this year, and I was contacted by Jackie McCarrick for Flora magazine to discuss the trend. She mentioned designer brands selling potpourri for £80 to £125 a pack and asked me to comment. My thoughts are that designer brands will always charge more for things,…
Christmas simmering fragrances for your home
Natural home fragrance There’s nothing quite like the spicy scent of Christmas, but these days there are increasing concerns over chemicals such as formaldehyde created by room fresheners and scented candles. Why not freshen your house using natural ingredients? Simply simmer your favourite fruits, herbs and spices in a little water. Natural home fragrance combinations…