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Christmas is here and with it comes a string of family gatherings with tables laden with culinary delights: canapés, meat and fish dishes and, above all, copious amounts of sweet things. Let’s not fool ourselves, Christmas celebrations revolve around food, which is why we wish to suggest some really tasty decorating ideas.

Those with a penchant for decorating their home and filling it with the fragrance and cheerfulness of flowers, will no doubt adore the elegance and style emanated by flowers. Nevertheless, plant care is vital and you should be well-versed on keeping plants fresh and in tip-top shape.   Image source: http://goo.gl/nvZaV9

What can you do with all the flowers delivered by FloraQueen? Let’s do our last harvest of the year! And let’s not hesitate to gather heaps of plants and flowers, ones we won’t throw out once they have wilted and withered, because we can make potpourri! Indeed, homemade potpourri will lend a pleasant fragrance to […]

“The air is so perfumed, the light is so pure, To a dying person the sun is so beautiful!” ‘Autumn’ by Lamartine Ah, autumn, what a beautiful season! A time of colours and perfumes that is just so romantic. A perfect season for weddings! Though the trend is for spring or summer, autumn offers real […]

Tattoos are more widespread than ever and many of you are following the trend. But, by definition, a tattoo is for life. So if you’ve sure about taking the plunge, here are a few rules that will help you avoid making a decision on a sudden whim that you later come to regret. Apparently, nearly […]

When celebrating a birthday, the most anticipated moment, beyond the gift itself, is often the receiver’s reaction. Seeing the look of surprise, emotion or even the tears of joy on the face of the person celebrating their birthday is the greatest reward for the hours spent wracking your brains over thinking up and bringing the […]

Back to school, and to work. September does not only see the kids go back to school; us grown-ups have to return to the daily grind too. After a summer of everyone revelling in their holidays to kick back and relax or to discover new horizons, everybody is back on their toes. September is somewhat […]

The garden is a living space that constitutes an integral part of any home. Our climate means we spend more time in the garden in spring and summer. You can grow your own fruit and vegetables there, organise barbecues amongst friends, kick back and relax with a good novel, or even turn it into a […]

It’s nothing new. For the past few seasons already, flower prints have taken over the shops. Flowers are occupying more space in the lifestyle world. It has become very common to cross men on the streets combining their style with a flowery touch. Men are increasingly daring to wear colours and designs which were until […]

If you follow our Facebook page, you will most probably have noticed several examples of creativity inspired by flowers and nature. Whether it is a large dome made of steel flowers or light producing plants, the creative ideas inspired by flowers are endless. Let’s go through a list of very diverse creations together. Their common […]

FloraQueen is proud to present its first free ebook. In the ebook we’ll show you accessories lovingly made with fresh flowers that you can make yourself to craft decorative objects that will wow your friends and family. Download Free eBook Hair Comb A flowery hair comb will stylishly adorn your hair for a glamorous cocktail or soirée. […]

Tropaeolum, commonly known as nasturtium, is a genus of 85 species of herbaceous flowering plants. All these plants originate from Latin America, from southern Mexico to Patagonia. The nasturtium is a hardy herbaceous plant. Did you know that this plant attracted aphids? Nasturtiums attract aphid infestations, making the plant a natural and effective method of […]

Mother’s Day draws closer with great fanfare in several countries worldwide. It will take place on 10 May. What have you got up your sleeve for this occasion that celebrates the wonderful relationship you have with your mother? Here is the story of a day that is sure to bring great pleasure not only to […]

May is a month boasting a great history. It is the month when the glorious splendour of springtime is at its height before gradually moving into summer in June. A multitude of flowers bloom in May. The month also marks the celebration of four major events, though one of them is lesser known.  May’s fine […]

No doubt you have someone dear to you living in another country, whether due to job or personal circumstances, or a mixture of the two. When a special date draws closer and you wish to give them a gift, what is the first thing that springs to mind? Sending flowers is sure to be an […]

The gerbera daisy genus consists of some thirty species. This flower is hugely popular and, in actual fact, it is the fifth most used cut flower in the world. What’s more, it is endowed with powerful symbolism; generally speaking, it is considered a flower that conveys deep love and sweet thoughts, but it also denotes […]

Mother’s Day is fast approaching, the celebration that allows us to show the women in our lives the special place they hold in our hearts. What’s up your sleeve for the women that breathe beauty into your everyday existence? We might like to think that women occasionally like to receive simple, classic gifts that are […]

A sunny month Spring begins in March but comes into its own in April when the sun really starts to make its presence felt. April is the month dedicated to the goddess of love, beauty and seduction, the one we all know as Venus. It’s hardly surprising then that we dress in more lightweight clothing, […]

Easter in Spain is a religious and family celebration, yet Easter holds a very different meaning in other countries. In this post we want to tell you about some customs in the world that might surprise you… In Poland, the Easter festivities are light-hearted and fun: cake baking, cooking buttered lamb and throwing a party […]

On 8 March next, International Women’s Day, will be held. Not only is it a day of celebration but it is also a call for continued activism, which commemorates the struggle to achieve a fairer and more egalitarian society, in which men and women hold the same status and importance. This is the idea underpinning […]