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Woman gives up 20 year career - and her home - to fulfil lifelong passion - Plymouth Live
Tuesday, August 13, 2019The couple also became aware of the financial knock-on effect of Claire giving up her job to become a student again. Claire Kenyon from Floral Designs (Image: Penny Cross / Plymouth Live) The pair even downsized their home. But this wasn't a priority for them, Claire said, as Claire's focus was on having a new 'fulfilling' career. She said: "It was a big step, all [everything changed] at the same time." For Claire, the biggest challenge in taking the plunge was having the self-confidence and belief in herself. She said: "I had to learn to believe in myself, that I can do it." She explained: "Floristry is an art form, some people appreciate your style [while others don't]. "You have to learn to take criticism, to see if people like what you do." Claire decided to follow her hobby to become a florist (Image: Penny Cross / Plymouth Live) Training for her new job Claire felt it was essential to gain professional qualifications in her field and enrolled at college where she achieved Distinctions in her Level 2 and Level 3 diplomas in floristry. Through her training, Claire has gained confidence in her floristry and put herself forward in regional competitions. Read More Claire achieved the 'Best Newcomer' award from the South West Floristry Association last September and has now been nominated for the British Florist Association Student of the Year award. Claire Kenyon, 44, had worked in the health sector for years but decided to follow her hobby become a florist (Image: Penny Cross / Plymouth Live) Claire says it's nerve-wracking to nominate herself for things like this, but she's proud of her achievements and the awards remind her to be confident. She said: "I'm really proud of winning the Best Newcomer award, it's proved to me I should have faith in myself." Read More Now Claire is opening up a new shop in Modbury. The town hasn't had a florist for several years, Claire says, so she feel it's the right time to open one. Claire said: "I love Modbury, I love the town, it's very pretty. When one of the shops became available I jumped at the chance." Claire is opening her new flower shop Claire Kenyon Floral Designs on Brownston Street on 10 August. Claire Kenyon (Image: Penny Cross / Plymouth Live) Family support When Claire finished her Level 2 Diploma, her mum sadly died from a bleed to the brain. Claire achieved a Distinction and is really proud of her achievements, but is... https://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/news/womans-tough-decision-give-up-3175039
Win a Dream Wedding 2019: Award-winning florist wows ahead of the big day - Plymouth Live
Tuesday, August 13, 2019This week, the loved-up pair met with Flowers by Catherine to pick some beautiful arrangements for their big day. The pair discussed which flowers they preferred (Image: Penny Cross / Plymouth Live) Flowers by Catherine focuses solely on the couple who are about to get married and ensures that they receive exactly what they dream of for their big day. With a unique approach, the team uses skills and expertise to bring to life your desires and personality in flowers. As well as skillfully matching your colour scheme and taste, Flowers by Catherine uses flowers to bring to life something about the bride and groom to help celebrate them on the special day. Catherine Date, owner of Flowers by Catherine (Image: Penny Cross / Plymouth Live) Bride-to-be, Beth Cooper, wrote in her diary after meeting with the team and said: We had been really looking forward to today’s meeting with Flowers by Catherine. I absolutely love flowers, they can make you feel instantly happy! I had spoken to Catherine over the phone to arrange a date to meet and introduce Chris and I, she was lovely we had a great chat. In person she was equally as lovely and was clearly very knowledgeable and loved her job. She has even won an award for the Chelsea Flower Show and it was so easy to see why. A beautiful arrangement by Flowers by Catherine (Image: Flowers by Catherine) We met at St Mellion today, which w... https://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/win-dream-wedding-2019-award-3100327
New floral shop in one of the oldest sections of Opelousas signifies revitalization - Daily World
Sunday, February 09, 2020Lex Jagneaux said. More: St. Landry DA Cravins: Reduce criminal docket with pleas, incentives Yvonne Jagneaux, a master florist, said she and her husband both have fine arts degrees. Both said the quaint, Old South ambiance of the building, which they are leasing, was refurbished by them prior to opening. The style of the building, she said, also suits the types of gifts, fragrances, candles, home décor and party supplies sold. Yvonne Jagneaux said she also will provide wedding planning and floral arrangements, along with other items. “I also want to teach a course in letter writing and developing pen pals, something that seems to be a lost art,” she said. Read next: New life in a nearly 200-year-old building brings honor to owner tracing his bayou roots... https://www.dailyworld.com/story/news/local/2020/02/04/moss-floral-and-gardens-opens-opelousas-landry-street-sign-revatlization/4656376002/
Barronelle Stutzman, Christian florist, again appeals to Supreme Court over same-sex wedding refusal - Washington Times
Sunday, February 09, 2020A Christian florist who refused to participate in a same-sex wedding has again requested that the Supreme Court take her case, filing a new petition Wednesday. Washington state’s Supreme Court ruled against Barronelle Stutzman in June after the high court previously remanded her case for further review following its decision in a 2018 case, ruling for a Christian baker that had also refused to create a cake for a same-sex wedding. In the baker’s case, the justices said the state’s civil rights commission showed religious hostility towards the cake maker, but the high court punted on squarely settling the First Amendment conflict. https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/sep/11/barronelle-stutzman-christian-florist-again-appeal/
Pig Floyd's is offering a meaty taco bouquet for Valentine's Day - Orlando Weekly
Sunday, February 09, 2020There are eight choices of taco meat, including butter chicken, pork al pastor, shrimp and sausage and "Korean kimcheeze." The flowers and decoration will be provided by the Heavy, a florist in Winter Park.Each order can be placed online and will be made fresh, prepped and available for you to pick up at Pig Floyd's Mills 50 location. Although payment is required upfront, the bouquets are being offered at a first-come, first-serve basis. click to enlarge Photo courtesy Pig Floyd's At $45 each, the ValenTaco boxes are costly enough to show you're seriously hungry, but be careful planning the surprise because Pig Floyd's will call you ahead to schedule your desired pick-up time. This event is only happening on Friday, Feb. 14, so make sure you grab someone special and figure out if they want chimichurri or not. This way your ValenTaco box will be set to perfection. See you on Valentine's Day at Pig Floyd's with a taco (or three). Stay on top of Orlando news and views. Sign up for our weekly Headlines newsletter. https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2020/02/04/pig-floyds-is-offering-a-meaty-taco-bouquet-for-valentines-day?utm_source=widget&utm_medium=toc&utm_campaign=rightrail&utm_content=TabbedPopularity
Norfolk florist closes down because people buy cheap flowers from supermarkets | Latest Norfolk and Suffolk Business News - Eastern Daily Press
Sunday, February 09, 2020Natalie Marshall, who is closing her florist business. Pic: Flowers at the Forge. A florist is closing her business blaming the fact that people buy cheap flowers from supermarkets and garages as the reason. Some of Natalie Marshall's beautiful flowers. Pic: Flowers at the Forge.Natalie Marshall opened Flowers at the Forge in Horstead, just outside Coltishall, in 2016 but is now starting a new job as an area sales manager because she can't make the floristry firm work. She said despite loving running her own business, there was no money in it. "It's a flowers from Tesco or Interflora once a year attitude and therefore, no profit.MORE: See Kettle Chips' Christmas tree made out of cheese and crispsFlowers at the Forge, Horstead, near Coltishall, is closing down. Pic: Flowers at the Forge."Three years without a wage is enough. I loved the creativity and choosing the best materials I could but the local mindset does not see that. It's a shame but a healthy wage will make me feel better."Mrs Marshall, who's just started a new jo... https://www.edp24.co.uk/business/flowers-at-the-forge-in-horstead-near-coltishall-closes-down-1-6437603
Valentine's Day Floral Arrangement Advance Pre-Sale through 2/13 - Patch.com
Sunday, February 09, 2020Valentine's Day flowers for your Honey. Please click the link to see the 3 types of arrangements offered by Cynthia Klebonis of CPK Floral Designs, a local studio florist.At check out, please consider donating an extra sum towards a community gift of rose bud vases and chocolates to each of the residents of the Loudoun Abused Womens' Shelter (LAWS). Please place your order now! Delivery is available at the Brambleton Town Center Small Business Pop-Up on Sun Feb 9th between 10a-1p or contact me by email CPKfloral@att.net for alternate pickup/delivery arrangements. Delivery to the local area is available for a $10 extra fee. https://patch.com/virginia/leesburg/calendar/event/20200114/742547/valentines-day-floral-arrangement-advance-pre-sale-through-2-13
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