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Earth Is Not Just For Christmas: Embrace Sustainability This Festive Season

Published : 08/11/2024

By shopping – and decorating – in a more sustainable way, we can reduce the amount of waste produced throughout the festive period. Here are a few tips to help make this Christmas your most eco-friendly, sustainable one yet!

Create a Christmas Masterpiece

Published : 01/11/2024

Whether you start from scratch, swap your Summery faux flowers for more Wintery colours, tweak your flower mix ratio to be more foliage and berry heavy, or go all out with sparkling gold and silver accents, faux flowers and foliage offer the perfect opportunity to create a Christmas Masterpiece.

Welcome Christmas In: How To Decorate Your Doorway & Entrance Halls

Published : 25/10/2024

Avoid overwhelming yourself with decorating to-dos by taking it one step at a time. First things first, start at the front of your house. By creating a welcoming wonderland to greet your guests with when they visit your home, you will set the tone for the rest of your décor.

Christmas Collections to Inspire!

Published : 18/10/2024

Whether you’re one for the traditional with Christmas reds and greens, love the ice white beauty of a Winter Wonderland, or want your decorations to be as unique as you are, preparing for the festive season is the perfect time to let your creativity flow.

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Floral Arrangements for the Season Ahead

Published : 10/10/2024

Our seasonal arrangements are perfect to enhance your mood, in this season and beyond. Think rich, deep coloured artificial flowers, frosted winter foliage, sprigs of faux crimson berries, and luxurious metallic accents.

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Why pumpkins are a great way to bring Autumn into your home

Published : 01/10/2024

As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, there’s nothing quite like welcoming the warmth and cosiness of Autumn into your home. One of the most versatile and iconic symbols of the season? Pumpkins.

The ‘Cosy Trend’ and why decorating your home for Autumn is more popular than ever

Published : 09/09/2024

As the first cool breezes begin to replace the summer heat, more and more people are discovering the joy of decorating their homes for Autumn. What was once a time for Halloween decorations has expanded into a season of cosy, warm, and welcoming decor.

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Excited to launch our sustainably produced ECO Flowers, exclusive to Floralsilk!

Published : 02/09/2024

You told us you wanted Autumnal faux flowers. You told us you care about where your products come from. We have listened and we are delighted to announce that our brand new ECO Autumn Flowers & Foliage collection does both of these things. This stunning ...

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How to create the perfect outdoor dining tablescape

Published : 21/06/2024

Creating a beautiful and inviting outdoor dining tablescape can transform any gathering into a memorable event. Whether you're hosting a spring brunch, a summer barbecue or a cozy autumnal dinner, the right tablescape can set the tone.

How to style for summer

Published : 08/05/2024

Summer is finally here and there is no better way to rejoice in that sunshine feeling than adding some gorgeous summer florals into your home. With so many choices of colours and combinations, here are our five favourite ways to bring some of the sunny season in.

10 ways to style your home for Spring

Published : 27/02/2024

Now is the perfect time to bring some of that Spring joy into your home. They say a change is as good as a rest so switch up your home décor, clear that dusty winter clutter and both you and your home will feel fresh and ready to embrace new beginnings.

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How to decorate your Christmas tree like a pro

Published : 01/12/2023

It’s the centrepiece of your decorations, the focal point for visitors and the backdrop to memories. So, getting your Christmas tree right can feel like a big deal! We’ve gathered a few of our top tree tips to take away any stress and help you achieve a professional Insta-worthy tree.

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Blooming all year round: faux floral Christmas gift inspiration

Published : 16/11/2023

Whether you are looking for a showstopping arrangement, something special for your loved one or even the perfect Secret Santa gift, our range offers so much choice to help you find the ideal present. We’ve pulled together a Christmas gift guide to offer you some inspiration...

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Top trends in tabletop decorations

Published : 06/11/2023

Whether it’s festive fizz and canapes, mulled wine and minced pies or the full Christmas dinner, entertaining at home is one of the joys of the season. Choosing the right decorations to set the scene is all part of the excitement and helps get us into the Christmas spirit.

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How to festive up your flower arrangements

Published : 20/10/2023

It’s almost time to dig out the baubles and fairy lights but Christmas decorations are about more than the tree. Festive floral arrangements can elevate your Christmas décor and give you the opportunity to add touches of seasonal splendour to every room of your house.

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5 Tips for getting ahead with Christmas decorating

Published : 12/10/2023

With autumn in full swing, it’s only a matter of time before you reach for the first mince pie of the year. So now is a great moment to get ahead and start planning your Christmas décor - before you get swept up in nativity plays, drinks parties, visitors, and ...

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Get creative with artificial flowers

Published : 15/06/2023

Looking for some inspiration? Our inspiration pages are full of ideas with ‘recipes’ for each style to help you create a beautiful arrangement of your choosing.

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Gonks are for life, not just for Christmas!

Published : 22/03/2023

Gonks have become increasingly popular over the years, and it's not hard to see why. These charming, fluffy creatures have a way of bringing joy and happiness into any home they occupy.

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How to make Easter 'egg-cellent'!

Published : 06/03/2023

Easter means many things to many people; bunnies, eggs, spring flowers, rebirth and renewal. For us - we’re pretty keen on an Easter Gonk or two. Whatever your take on the season, it’s a great excuse to start feeling sunshiney and embrace the Easter holidays by having a thoroughly egg-cellent time doing egg-citing things. Here are some ideas to help get you started...

Mum, you are blooming lovely!

Published : 23/02/2023

What do you get the person who gave you life? A present that lasts a lifetime. Choosing a gift for that special someone can sometimes feel like a challenge, so we have put together an easy Mother’s Day gift guide to help give you some inspiration. We have put together our favourite five gift ideas...

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Bring in the Spring! How to decorate for sunny days.

Published : 23/02/2023

With winter falling by the wayside and daffodils and crocuses slowly emerging, we are starting to see the new beginnings of Springtime. Now is the perfect time to bring some of that delightful ‘Spring-ness’ into our homes, giving our spaces a breath of fresh air and a little lift of loveliness with many tempting decoration options from doorway to dining table.

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Our Valentine's 'Love List'

Published : 02/02/2023

Whether you are buying for your loved partner, your pet or your pals, flowers can say so much. Each flower has its own meaning and can help convey your feelings to that special someone. To help with the decision, we have compiled a ‘Top 5 Floral Love List’ of the most popular flowers to give at Valentines or indeed any time you like!

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