Picking the Right Florist for You
August 12, 2010Many people really enjoy having flowers around them; they smell great and look gorgeous. They can be used as a great feature in your home, business or an event and they often become a good talking point for guests. There is such a variety of flowers and flower arrangements available it can often be hard to pick what you would like, which is where a good florist should come in. A reputable florist will be able to help you select your favourite flowers, make suitable recommendations about what flowers will work best, they can inform you of how to look after them, give you bouquet idea or arrangement ideas and work with the budget you have available. Choosing the right florist can difficult, it is hard to know exactly how good they are until you try them however for people that do not have time for mistakes there are things which you may be able to do to limit any room for error. You can for example ask your friends and family for their recommendations as this is a great way to get trustworthy advice from people that you trust. For a special event try asking local businesses where they get their flowers from. You may also wish to look at online reviews as they are often left by customers who have placed orders. They are also a good way to see any pros and cons. A great way to make sure that you choose a good florist is to visit the shop yourself, have a look at the quality of the flowers and make enquiries with the staff. Ask to see any books of arrangements that they have done before and discuss what it is you would be looking for. You should also look at the state of the shop, make sure it is clean and tidy; the flowers have a good smell and ask to see the stock that they have in the cooler. These are all great ways to ensure you will get a quality purchase. Another excellent tip for picking the perfect florist for the job is to have a conversation with them, you may wish to phone ahead to see when is best to pop in as then they may have a little more time with you. A florist should have a good rapport with their customers and be able to work out exactly what it is they are looking for. They should be patient, listen and possibly take notes on what it is you are looking for. They should be able to give you a detailed price list, if the florist sounds they are guessing then they have probably not got much experience. Whether you are looking for a florist for a wedding, a special event or just as a centre piece in your home it is important that you get quality flowers for your money as they will last a lot longer. A florist close to you may be more convenient you should make sure it is reputable as you may be left disappointed.Continue reading
Becoming a Florist
August 12, 2010Many people find it difficult to know what they want to do with their life. We often assume that a job sitting in an office with better pay and the regular hours will make us happy. For many people however this is just not the case. Sitting behind a desk does not always thrill everyone and can lead to a very boring career that sparks no passion. A career should be exciting, it should keep you on your toes and you should wake up looking forward to going in not dreading it. Becoming a florist could be the perfect answer. A florist is surrounding by beautiful flowers and smells on a daily basis which is very enjoyable for many people. They also get daily interaction with a large variety of people which means you never get bored. Do not be fooled though being a florist is hard work and is relatively physical. Florists often have to get up very early in order to get the flowers that they need and it is a very hands on job. There is also a little pressure to deliver the perfect flowers or on occasions such as Valentine’s day or Mother’s day it can be very busy with tight time-scales. For people that have good artistic flare floristry could become a very fun career. You will constantly be making up new and exciting designs. You will have to know what colours work well together and what flowers will work well when put beside each other. You must also be up to date on the types of flowers which are available in each season and know how to take care of them. You will need to know a vast amount about flowers otherwise you will not be able to deliver the best service possible to your customers. A florist is a very satisfying career as you will be making people very happy on a daily basis and your flowers can be featured in somebody's wedding, make someone's day on their birthday or even be featured in a magazine. You can make a great deal of money by being a florist especially if you own the store, select a good location where there is a lot of housing or local businesses as this will bring in more custom. You will often be very busy but satisfied at the end of the day. A good florist will build a good reputation therefore with some added marketing you can go very far. Becoming a florist is a great career and could be a great deal of fun. You have the opportunity to meet a lot of people on a daily basis and use your artistic skills to create something really beautiful. You will work hard but gain a lot from it when you see how happy people are with your work. A course in floristry will provide you with the necessary skills to do a great job. It is a career out width a desk and will keep you very active.Continue reading
