by Franky Shanahan | Feb 17, 2020 | Floral Inspiration and Ideas
When you treat yourself or someone you love to a beautiful hand-tied gift bouquet, you want the blooms to look their best for as long as possible. People often ask me how they can make cut flowers last longer, so today I’m sharing a few floristry secrets in the...
by Franky Shanahan | Aug 23, 2019 | Floral Inspiration and Ideas
Barley Wood is a beautiful eighteenth-century country house set within 11 acres of landscaped gardens. Situated on the edge of the village of Wrington in rural North Somerset, it enjoys stunning views of the Mendip Hills. The venue has an incredible team behind it, so...
by Franky Shanahan | Jul 26, 2019 | Floral Inspiration and Ideas
The main role of a flower girl is to look cute and adorable walking down the aisle and in your wedding photos. Most couples have one flower girl, but if your adult bridesmaids have children or you’re lucky enough to have lots of nieces, there’s nothing...
by Franky Shanahan | Feb 12, 2019 | Floral Inspiration and Ideas
Are you trying to choose church flowers for your wedding? Most couples want arrangements that suit both the ambience of the church and their personal wedding style. So, what are your options? The Altar Churches are often very ornate, so impactful arrangements are a...
by Franky Shanahan | Oct 5, 2018 | Floral Inspiration and Ideas
As it’s now officially October, I’m giving myself permission to mention the ‘C Word’. Christmas is only 12 weeks away, and if you’re anything like me, you’ll be starting to think about cards, gifts and decorations. It’s also the perfect time to plan some festive fun...
by Franky Shanahan | Sep 7, 2018 | Floral Inspiration and Ideas
It’s always exciting when a couple book me for their wedding flowers at Coombe Lodge. Just a short distance from Bristol, the grand manor house is surrounded by secluded gardens with stunning views across Chew Valley towards Blagdon Lake. Coombe Lodge was...
