Latest News from Shrinking Violet
Opening a new Chapter
In July 2017 Malvern witnessed the end of an era, the closing of a chapter and the beginning of a new one for Lucy Jones as she closed up her shop on Great Malvern train station and headed south to the beautiful spa town of Bath. Shrinking Violet Bespoke Floristry,...
Beautiful cloak from old tickets
At Shrinking Violet bespoke floristry in Malvern we don’t just do amazing, unique floral displays. We also put recycled tickets to good use! Lucy Jones was thrilled to be feature in the Malvern Gazette recently for her wonderful ticket cloak. In 2014 Lucy created a...
Mothering Sunday – say thank you with flowers
Mothering Sunday is always celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent, exactly three weeks before Easter Sunday. Traditionally people would go ‘a-mothering’, that is to return to their ‘mother’ church a trip which often included a trip to visit family. Flowers would be...
Say it with flowers
Valentines day is almost upon us. Romance is love in action and February 14th presents a perfect opportunity to spoil that special someone. While some may feel that this day of romance is too commercial, it’s a tradition that dates back hundreds of years. What better...
The must-have Christmas accessory – Festive Wreaths
In the heart of winter an evergreen wreath promises lighter days to come. They brighten any doorway, welcoming visitors to enjoy the festive season. We explore a little of their history and showcase some of our beautiful creations.
Curiouser and Curiouser – Decorating for a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
Every now and then we get a request for something a little out of the ordinary… Our latest event came in the form of floral decorations for an adult Mad Hatters Tea Party.
Shrinking Violet Bespoke Flowers awarded Bronze prize in Malvern Well Dressing
Shrinking Violet Bespoke Floristry celebrates the joys of Spring in Malvern and scoops up Bronze for our wonderfully dressed well at Great Malvern Railway Station.
Perfect wedding flowers for your special day
Wedding flowers tie the whole wedding theme together, the common note that runs throughout the whole event, from ‘save the date’ cards and invitations, through to the dresses, venue and the moment you say ‘I do’.
Bring the spring indoors with Tulips
A vase of Tulips is a little like a warm spring breeze. They lift the heart and lighten the day. With tulips you’ll always have a ray of sunlight to brighten your mood.
8 steps to keep your cut flowers looking great for longer
There are a lot of hints and tricks to keep your flowers fresher for longer, but beware, they can sometimes have the opposite effect! The truth is simpler (and easier) than you might think.