Karen Barnes
Oct 241 min read
Watch Karen Barnes Bring a Christmas Swag to Life
Karen Barnes is an expert at identifying and interpreting key seasonal trends and translating them into commercial opportunities for...
Karen Barnes
Oct 165 min read
Why November Should Never be a Quiet Month!
For some florists, November can be a very hectic month, for some it’s a preparation and planning month and for quite a few, it’s very quiet.
Karen Barnes
Oct 94 min read
The Business of Floristry: Selling and Customer Service
We continue our series of videos, The Business of Floristry, bringing insight to the running of a florist business from our business...
Karen Barnes
Oct 85 min read
Why it's Important to Keep up with Trends
As a business you need to let your customers/clients know that you are at the top of your game, and by being aware of trends and keeping...
Karen Barnes
Sep 271 min read
Watch Karen Barnes Bring Autumn Trends 2024 to Life
Karen Barnes is an expert at identifying and interpreting key seasonal trends and translating them into commercial opportunities for...
Karen Barnes
Aug 215 min read
How to Develop your Local Funeral Flower Business
Over the years I have met many florists from all around the world and I am always surprised when I hear these statements; “I love doing...
Karen Barnes
Aug 14 min read
Should I Use a Business Coach?
In my world, yes absolutely! A business coach can provide so much benefit to any business. When it comes to florists, it’s important to...
Karen Barnes
Jul 264 min read
Fashion and Flowers – a Match Made in Heaven
In the vibrant world of floristry, inspiration often springs from unexpected sources. One such source is the world of fashion. Both...
Karen Barnes
Jul 2520 min read
Watch Karen Barnes Bring Summer Trends 2024 to Life
Karen Barnes is an expert at identifying and interpreting key seasonal trends and translating them into commercial opportunities for...
Karen Barnes
May 316 min read
How to plan a florist workroom smartly
A florist’s workroom can be an Aladdin’s cave…. it can be untidy, it can be small, it can be a health & safety nightmare, it can work on...
Karen Barnes
May 24 min read
Making the Most of Festivals for your Business
Doesn’t everyone love a festival? So, why would we not take the opportunity to promote a festival in our creative business? Festivals are...
Karen Barnes
Apr 24 min read
Looking After the Pennies: a Florist's Guide
Experienced florist and business owner Karen Barnes offers her advice on managing your florist finances.
Jackie Whittaker
Apr 21 min read
Watch Karen Barnes Bring the Pantone Colour of the Year to Life
Karen takes the Pantone Colour of the Year - Peach Fuzz - and creates some stunning and inspirational floristry pieces.
Karen Barnes
Mar 214 min read
The Significance of a Nosegay in our Commercial Business
Karen Barnes suggests an innovative way to stand out from the competition.
Jackie Whittaker
Mar 11 min read
Watch Karen Barnes Bring Spring Trends 2024 to Life
Leading floral industry consultant Karen Barnes is an expert at identifying and interpreting key seasonal trends and translating them...
