My Mum always tells me off and reminds me it is Mothering Sunday not Mother’s Day which is an Americanism and loved by greetings card manufacturers! I love the name Mothering Sunday. It reminds me of all those girls in service over a hundred years ago who used to walk home to see their mums with a little posy of wildflowers picked on the way!

It’s so different now. Thankfully, it’s so different from last year too. Valentine’s Day 2020 was relatively normal but with a little sense of panic on the horizon. Would the virus hit us like other countries? We now all know the answer sadly. Last Mother’s Day I worked alone as we moved closer and closer to lockdown and the massive change to all of our lives. I delivered many of the bouquets myself and the sense I received from the Mums was one of nervousness but sheer delight in the flowers from their children.

TREAT YOUR MOTHER THIS WEEK!

This year, I have a lovely selection of flower arrangements to choose from and each bouquet is named for ease. Unsurprisingly my bouquet called ‘Hope’ is proving extremely popular this year. It’s a vibrant mix of gorgeous spring flowers, my favourite! Spring flowers are so positive and that is the sense I am feeling! We have all worked hard to get through the three lockdowns and it does seem that life will get back to normal soon.

So if you would like to order flowers for Mothering Sunday (hope you’re reading this Mum!) give me a call or send an email and let’s get the ball rolling! Still can’t have customers in the shop but you can collect them from me or have your flowers delivered.

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It’s safe to say the government’s announcement on a route out of lockdown and the easing of restrictions was very welcome, not least because it creates the conditions for more certainty around booking your wedding flowers and enjoying the day itself!

It’s fantastic to have some positivity on the way! It seems that summer weddings will be able to go ahead as couples originally planned. Whilst this is not such great news for spring and early summer weddings, I think couples who are booked for then will already have been looking to change their dates. I do feel better knowing the plans though and having some dates for lockdown easing to work with.

Buttonholes, roses, and suppliers

I’ve missed making buttonholes, looking through Dutch webshops for the best blush pink rose to match the bridesmaid dresses and wondering if the peony season will last long enough this year! As we have all been shut away for so long, missing our nearest and dearest, I think the trend for weddings will be all about the party! Long trestle tables, sharing platters, live bands and lots of dancing! With the vaccine and responsible behaviour, we can do this! And your flowers will, of course, complete the look and feel of your special day.

Our Beautiful Region

Whether the sun has joined us or not, recent lockdowns and tiers have led us to do lots of walking through the gorgeous countryside in this part of the world. It’s such a shame that the venues I work with haven’t been able to open or can’t operate to their full potential. Reflecting on the locations I deliver to and install wedding flowers has solidified my opinion that we have some of the best wedding venues in the country.

Whether your wedding flowers are inspired by personal preference or designed to complement the venue you hold it in, it’s a pleasure to get to know each couple and work together on each wedding project. I’m really looking forward to linking up with familiar faces at the Tithe Barn in Ditcham, Upwaltham Barns, Bury Manor Barn, Southend Barns, Duncton Mill, Goodwood House and the Goodwood Hotel, amongst many others.

A busy time ahead

It has felt a bit like being in a thick fog looking for a little glimmer of light, and I’m sure this is the case in many other industries too. So the future is going to be busy, and I am pleased about that.

I’m here for you

For those who have booked wedding flowers with me for 2021, please do not hesitate to get in touch - you know I am more than happy to help you and answer your queries.

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