‘Floristry Worth Learning’
The aim of the day: for you to leave empowered and inspired to adopt meaningful, purpose-driven sustainable practices.
Our day of ‘sustainability with creativity’ begins with a talk from Rachel the founder of Tallulah Rose Flower School…
Rachel has been teaching sustainable floristry techniques for a number of years and will share her knowledge and experience with you, including;
- The role sustainability plays in the floral industry. Be inspired to embrace sustainable practices.
- Why sustainability matters in floristry today: the environmental impact of traditional practices.
- Exploring sustainable alternatives: sourcing local flowers, using compostable materials, reducing waste.
- How sustainability can actually enhance creativity—using constraints to foster innovative designs
Rachel will demonstrate a sustainable, seasonal design.
15 minute break
We welcome our first guest speaker Hannah Martin the co founder of COM:POST UK
Together Hannah and Fiona Knowlton have revolutionised the age old problem of green waste. For to many years florists have faced what feels like an insumountable problem of getting rid of their green waste. Hannah and Fiona are changing the future for us all.. one COM:POST system at a time.
They say… “Our system is designed to help the floral industry and its customers make sustainable choices by automating the composting process and encouraging responsible disposal of cut flowers. By doing so, we are committed to reducing the carbon footprint associated with buying cut flowers and creating a cleaner, more sustainable world for generations to come. At com:post, we are passionate about promoting sustainability, innovation, responsibility, integrity, and collaboration. These values guide everything we do and inspire us to continuously strive for a better, more sustainable future”.
We have invited two of COM:POST clients to give you first hand insight into how composting green waster works for them… We’re really excited to welcome Blooming Haus and Confetti Club!
There will of course be time for you to ask Hannah and Fiona questions.
If you’re not aware of their great work visit @compost.uk and find out more.
45 minute lunch break. Sandwiches, salads and hot drinks will be provided.
We welcome our second guest speaker Dundee Butcher, Phoam Labs CEO.
Dundee worked for a number of years at one of the leading, internationally renowned florists in London, Jane Packer Flowers; she also spent time with award-winning florists McQueens. She moved to California in 2013 and set-up Russian River Flower School. She founded BKB Floral in 2016, together with co-founder, Leonard Kirchdoerfer.
Phoam Labs is a compostable foam company on a mission to help free the world of plastic waste and be part of the movement helping to pave the way for a planet-positive future by inventing Phoam Labs’ Floral Foam, a biobased foam solution made without compromise.
We are thrilled to welcome Dundee and learn about this industry changing product… the one we have been waiting for!
‘Our products have been engineered to be compostable – made from nature, they are engineered to degrade and return to nature – to reduce the unnecessary waste in the floral industry.’
A design demonstration using Phoam Labs floral foam.
Interactive workshop.
Floral design with purpose. Making an impact with your flowers.
Hear from florists just like you who have been inspired to use their work to make a positive environmental and social impact on our industry. We will discuss and inspire you to think about…
- Building a brand around sustainability. How to communicate your values to clients.
- Collaborating with suppliers to source sustainable materials, fresh and otherwise.
- Hosting sustainable events or workshops to educate clients about sustainable floral practices.
Group led discussion on how to balance creativity and sustainability in our designs. Share ideas for designs and techniques that minimise waste while maintaining our high design standards.
15 minute break for tea / coffee and cake.
Short journaling session allowing you time to write down your key takeaways or a personal goal you want to achieve based on our day together. Time to share your thoughts of the day, what you’re excited to apply to your business and how your confidence has grown in your commitment to a more sustainable approach.
Closing talk from Rachel and goodbyes..
Total investment – £420
Pay in two instalments; £200 to secure your place today.
£220 by 7th January 2025**
**Every attendee on the day will be entered into a free prize draw to win a 45 minute 1:2:1 call with Rachel**
Refreshments and a light lunch included.
9am welcome cuppa – start at 9.30am – finish 4.30pm.
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