Because silk flowers are more lifelike and economical than ever, many floral designers are realizing the benefits. However, you might be persuaded to use the “real touch” variety, thinking it will always be the highest quality and realistic choice for your customers. This isn’t the case!The ...

A Collaboration from Sarah Botchick of Pioneer and Blog Writer Laura Vitale:Provide wilder, carefree flowers and foliage that symbolize freedom and adventure with a mix of romance and toughness. For a client who doesn’t want any two things alike and values handmade and unconventional, Boho Grace ...

One flower shop owner tells her story of how silk flower rentals became the hero of her wedding work. Weddings are indisputably one of the most stressful undertakings for florists. Often working with a client who is not well-versed in flowers and their prices, serving wedding clients takes a great ...

As a symbol of longevity, love, and friendship, it's easy to see why consumers love lemons with their bold color and simplicity. Greenery alongside lemon-yellow means using two analogous colors, creating a naturally pleasing and calming effect. The fruit has the potential to brighten up any floral ...

Flower walls are widely viewed as a wedding décor trend, but their possibilities extend far beyond bridal designs. Baby showers, milestone celebrations, high school prom or graduation—many special occasions provide opportunities for photogenic backdrops. If you’re looking to expand your flower ...

Color matching can be a challenge, especially when shopping in-stores is not an option. We all see color differently and products can appear to be different shades in different lighting. When you add in the complications of cameras, monitors and phone screens – color matching is never simple! At ...

An early spring is marked by bursts of pink and white blossoms around the Eiffel Tower. Transport your customers with the Springtime in Paris collection: an easy, tonal color palette with very little greenery – the traditional French way. Clusters of cabbage roses, lavender or hydrangea in ...

Wreaths have evolved into an all-year item. A miniature version has made its way into kitchens and bathrooms, funerals and weddings alike. Pioneer has been steadily expanding our wreath selection and our mini wreaths of varying greenery like eucalyptus, sprays of berries or asparagus grass can ...

Of the many supply issues in the world right now, we know one of them is getting your hands on floral adhesive you use every day.Helping fill that void is new, Fitz Design Liquid Floral Adhesive. Sold in a familiar, 44 gram metal tube, it is ideal to use in detail work or larger silk floral ...

Capture the hues of strawberries, raspberries and blackberries outside of their short summer ripening with our Bold Berries collection. This group of silk flowers layered with coordinating, variegated foliage, brings a rich feeling to events and everyday arrangements.The tonal palette of Berry ...