I have always loved purple – Jimi Hendrix Purple Haze, Prince Purple Rain. It was a big colour when I was growing up.I remember wearing a purple midi skirt & long cardigan. There’s something special about purple flowers. I like to use them in various shades, just with foliage. The flowers in the photo are… Continue reading There’s something about purple
Author: janet
Jan founded Stems in London WC1 in 1985, after changing her career as a teacher/translator, & training as a florist in Sweden.
Her unique style, inspired by country walks, has been described as natural & wild, but with depth & sophistication.
From a simple, tiny posy to grand events at St. James's Palace, Jan loves creating beautiful arrangements.
Flowers for Halloween & Bonfire Night
The darkness is falling, & we light up this time of year with the oranges & reds of Halloween, & the vast array of stunning firework colours, like flowers blossoming in the dark sky. If you’re throwing a party, get some stunning flowers to decorate the house. We have a good selection of flowers to… Continue reading Flowers for Halloween & Bonfire Night
Indian summer
This fabulous weather is prolonging the summer – people walking about in Tshirts & flip flops at the end of September! The leaves are still on the trees, & the gorgeous colours of the virginia creeper in my garden look awesome in the golden sunsets of autumn. The pinks & purples of late summer are… Continue reading Indian summer
Autumn sunshine
The weather has been gorgeous over the last few days – autumn sunshine. I get up at 4.30am every morning & walk my dog, Rolo before heading up to London. It’s been a misty start, & it’s just beginning to get light while I travel to the station. The river Thames looks calm & serene… Continue reading Autumn sunshine