Floral designers committed to environment-friendly foam-free arranging have long turned to Accent Decor for containers to support their unique mechanics and needs. In partnership with renowned floral artist and instructor, Sue McLeary, aka Passionflower Sue, we’ve developed a collection of vessels, stands and accessories specifically for foam-free floral design. Plus, we’ve gathered a round-up of her go-to Accent Decor staples.
Meet Sue McLeary
Sue McLeary is a floral designer, artist, and instructor with over 20 years of experience. After 13 years dedicated to wedding and event design, Sue dove heart-first into her passion of teaching, presenting and writing about floristry. Her respect for the natural world inspires her to use floristry to spread knowledge about sustainability and advocate the usage of more responsible design principles. Whether she’s creating extravagant floral headpieces and wearable flowers or presenting a masterclass to an audience of floral enthusiasts, Sue approaches her work with grace and unwavering passion.
What is Sustainable Floristry?
Sustainable floral design is a growing movement that invites people to challenge conventional methods and make choices that lessen their negative impact on the earth and its inhabitants. It is a multifaceted movement with many different considerations. With respect to design, attention to waste reduction, rejection of single use plastics, reusing mechanics and supplies, and responsible recycling and composting of green waste are all front of mind. Conventional floral design mechanics and methods are being questioned and more florists are embracing gentler design solutions. For years, the floral industry has leaned heavily on single-use design mediums to reliably and efficiently create their work. Now, that waste heavy solution is being set aside in favor of new innovations and classic mechanics such as chicken wire, tape grids, natural armatures and pin frogs.
Floral designers are using their platforms to educate others on floral foam’s potential environmental harm. The movement’s momentum is growing and designers adopting foam-free methods are in search of functional containers to support unique mechanics while being beautiful and design-led.
New Spring 2024 Foam-Free Friendly Containers
Customer feedback largely informed our new Spring 2024 collection. With mounting requests for products with features supporting foam-free arrangements, we reached out to Sue and a beautiful partnership bloomed. Read and learn about our newest collaboration of vessels, wedding and event decor, and accessories intentionally designed with functionality in-mind. By creating a collection of foam-free friendly containers, we’re creating a space for all floral designers to shop regardless of their mechanics preference.
A rolled rim keeps water from sloshing during transport & allows for easily holding chicken wire, pin frog, or other floral mechanics. An open foot design fits stems all the way down to the bottom of the container for stability & support.
Add extra pizzazz to florals with a stylish accessory to the Harlow Stand, the small metal Harlow Footed Bowl. The bowl’s foot slots into the Harlow Stand frame & is open inside so that stems have extra space. Designed for foam-free arrangements but usable for other floral mechanics, this bowl holds a generous amount of water to keep florals fresh.
Designed for foam-free arrangements but usable for other floral mechanics, this compote holds a generous amount of water to keep florals fresh. A rolled lip helps keep florals in place & water from spilling during transit. Choose from 2 bowl sizes, which both fit into the Harlow Stand & are lightweight for ease of use & transport.
Set the stage with flair & florals with the small, curved, matte gold metal Conservatory Stand, designed for foam-free mechanics. This stand breaks down easily for transport, while the removable vases can be arranged in advance for faster installs.
The Soprano Vase Attachment, an add-on vessel for the Soprano Archway. The watertight flared cup allows for an ecofriendly, foam-free water source so that florals stay fresh longer. This cleverly engineered vase attaches to holes on the archway with a metal hoop & screw.
New Basilica Column
The Basilica Column is designed in-house & made in Poland for an artisanal floral stand for wedding. Cut-out patterns surround the column for added design interest. Lightweight but durable, this cylinder column has a flat surface that can fit a variety of container styles. Display as a singular stand, stack them for floral installations, or pair the small & large Basilica sizes together for a coordinated look.
New Spring 2024 Foam-Free Friendly Containers
For years, Sue has turned to Accent Decor for containers supporting her artistry and commitment to foam-free design. We’ve gathered her trusted Accent Decor staples for you discover.
Create a sleek centerpiece with the Orion Compote, which includes the ceramic pillar candle holder in a smooth white glaze. Sleek, modern and striking the lip helps reduces spillage during transport.
Our new Kuta Bowl is made from terracotta on a potter’s wheel. With a unique textured finish and modern silhouette, this piece is a dramatic show-stopper intended for indoor use.
The modern ceramic Elijah Compote is the versatile piece you’ve been looking for to complement your home decor or your next event, an easy look for your most sweeping floral designs or your simplest potted plant, designed specifically with foam-free floral designers in mind, the piece is versatile enough for every designer’s unique style.
The Saturn Bowl is a footed metal bowl with gold finish and rings that add interest and modern flair. Use this bowl for your floral designs, or let it stand alone as a piece of modern art for your home.
The Sosa Bowl blends function with classic style and versatility. Ideal for foam-free arrangements thanks to its depth and bases. Also great for plants.
Discover the full assortment of Accent Decor’s wholesale décor, including all new and home, plant and flower products, at accentdecor.com. View more about Sue McLeary and shop her staples.
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