In the UK Mother’s Day is well in the past but in the rest of the world we are celebrating Mother’s Day this coming weekend. There seems to be a general “return to tradition” trend and clients are seeking nostalgic gifts with carnations as the flower of choice. Specific colours hold special meaning for different cultures but in general carnations symbolize a woman’s love and pride with white carnations being associated with purity and luck, pink with gratitude and striped carnations are popular to send to mothers who live far way.

Painting glass containers for arrangements are the big emerging design trend. From ball jars to vases. From glass stain paint to opaque enamel. Any up-cycle trend is sure to attract attention but an environmentally conscious trend that is also functional and budget friendly? Guaranteed to be popular for months to come!

How about you?

What is happening in your floral world?

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