Florets - Floral Quote - # 66 - by Rachel Ashwell

" Farmer's markets, fields, gardens, meadows, nurseries, and flower marts in major cities are prime locations for finding quality fresh flowers. Farmer's markets are my choice, as they are so accessible and usually offer a mishmash of meadow and field flowers that look less cultivated than flowers from the other outlets. Large bunches can be purchased for anywhere from two to ten dollars. City flower marts are usually restricted to those with wholesale accounts, so unless you have a connection, they can be frustrating to use. I try to avoid hothouse flowers because they tend to look too artificial. Small imperfections and slight irregularities give flowers a more individual, natural look."

~ Rachel Ashwell ~ 

[Rachel Ashwell: British, based in America, interior designer, stylist, author of seven books and founder of the company Shabby Chic.]

[Quote from: Shabby Chic by Rachel Ashwell.]

[Flowers: Pink Alstromeria, Orlaya grandiflora, white Nigella and white Phlox.]

[All flowers from: Forever Green Flower Company.]

[Vase: Vintage zinc vase.]

[Other props: 'Vintage' Marimekko fabric, French linen sheet and painted wooden board.]

[ Styling and photography © Ingrid Henningsson for Of Spring and Summer.]

Have a Great Floral Sunday!

See you next week!

xoxo Ingrid

Florets - Floral Quote - # 57 - by Rachel Ashwell

"Options for flower containers are practically limitless, as long as they hold water. I like to assemble glass jars, cement urns, watering cans, and vintage pitchers, just for a start. I often arrange vases or bowls into interesting collections and group them by color, shape, or materials. Usually, the more stunning the container, the fewer flowers that are needed, which is especially helpful when working on a budget."

~ Rachel Ashwell ~

[Rachel Ashwell: British, based in America, interior designer, stylist, author of seven books and founder of Shabby Chic.]

[Quote from: Shabby Chic: Sumptuous Settings and Other Lovely Things by Rachel Ashwell.]

[Flowers: Blue Freesia and dried Lavender.]

[Vases: Vintage white jugs.]

[Other props: Washi tape, old postcard, vintage wooden stool, colouring pencils, painted wooden board and ribbon by Jane Means.]

[Styling and photography: © Ingrid Henningsson for Of Spring and Summer.]

Have a Great Floral Sunday!

See you next week!

xoxo Ingrid