Below are the categories for 2019 and we are pleased to announce the winners of the individual awards. IoPF Floristry Student of the Year Claire Kenyon, Bicton College Floristry Tutor of the Year Elaine Thackray, Writtle University College. Floristry Training Provider of the Year Writtle University College Grower of the Year Crosslands Flower Nursery Sundries Supplier … Read more
DEVINNIA HOLLOWAY Davinnia’s Mum found her a floristry course when she was 17. She fell in love with the industry and went on to pass her level 3 and open her own shop by the age of just 19. Fiesta Flowers in Birmingham is Devinnia’s successful flower shop. She’s looking forward to sharing her creative … Read more
IoPF Student of the Year Finalists Catherine Michell, Hadlow College Claire Kenyon, Bicton College Lindsay Shaw, Myerscough College Sandra Fernie, Doncaster College Florist Tutor of the Year Finalists Denise Cross, Bicton College Elaine Thackray, Writtle University College Jane Benefield, Moreton Morrell College Jayne Buet, Glasgow Clyde College Rosemae Burns, Glasgow Clyde College Tracy Benton, Hadlow … Read more
On Saturday night, the scene is set for the sparkling annual Gala Dinner Dance and Industry Awards ceremony, celebrating the cream of the floral crop. Join us to find out who has won the coveted awards as they are crowned the best in their category as voted for by the industry. We also recognise the … Read more
Taking to the Floral Main Stage to wow the crowds with their breath-taking innovative work by International and National designers. Watch wedding work Sunday morning with Solomon and Mark and their contemporary designs in the afternoon. The Circus with Martin Groen will be wowing us in the lunchtime slot. BFA / IoPF Members Non Members … Read more
BFA FleurEx The Only Florist Trade Show of 2019. THE FLOWER CIRCUS comes to FleurEx The Flower Circus has travelled the globe and now comes to BFA FleurEx 2019 Prepare yourself for a demonstration like you’ve never seen before! Headed up by the world renowned Dutch Master Florist Martin Groen. You can be guaranteed of … Read more
IOPF Inspiration day for Students and members Saturday 26th October Itinerary IOPF Members £10 Non IOPF Members £15.00 By request we are holding our first ever seminar for IOPF members on Saturday 26th October, mainly aimed at Students. Throughout the day there will be interesting talks from British and Dutch growers. A Mini demo and … Read more
The EFS 19 is over but what a fantastic time we had. Gorgeous designs made by our 3 designers, Niina Minkkenin-Westerlund from Finland, Alex Segura from Spain and Roman Steinhauer from Russia. Over 20 florists each day were treated to all 3 designers work and took away with them some inspirational ideas as well as … Read more
New technology for florists – makes it easy to gain reviews We love anything that makes life easier, so it’s a big thumbs up to the new Direct2Florist manager app. Available now and free to all Direct2Florist members, not just in the UK but worldwide. Picture this – a customer orders flowers whilst having their … Read more
Brexit Update from the Chairman. Following the appointment of our New Prime Minister it is very hard to know where Brexit is going. I have written to Michael Gove the Minister responsible for planning our exit from the EEC asking for Industry Specific advice, because as small businesses we do not have the time to … Read more
