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For Florists: Supplies + Tools
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items Floral supplies for weddings, events, or retail shops. Here's what is in my toolbox!
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Mechanics / Structure / Tools
Transportation
Studio / Office
Accessory
Mechanics / Structure / Tools
For hanging installations on glass/smooth surfaces.
Elegear Wreath Suction Cup Hooks, Heavy Duty Suction Hooks Hold up to 11LB, 2 Pack Reusable & Waterproof & Clear Shower Hooks, Towel Hanger Kitchen Bathroom Hook for Loofah Wreath Bags Bathrobes
For hanging installations on glass/smooth surfaces.
CONBOLA Heavy Duty Suction Cups 4 Pieces with Hooks Upgraded Car Camping Tie Down Suction Cup Camping Tarp Accessory with Securing Hook Strong Power for Awning Boat Camping Trap.(4 pcs)
Using bungee cords (where practical) instead of zip ties is a great way to reduce single-use-plastic!
30PCS of 3 Sizes Ball Bungee Cords, 6, 9, 11 Inch Tarp Canopy Bungee Balls, Heavy Duty Tie Down Cord for Shelter, Gazebo, Camping, Tent, Cargo, Holding Wire and Hoses, Patio Umbrellas, Awning
For hanging installations on metal.
Magnetic Hooks 170lbs Magnet Hooks Carabiner for Hanging Refrigerator Strong Large Heavy Duty Neodymium Magnet (170LBS-2PACK) WELLZEER
For hanging installations on glass/smooth surfaces.
Heavy Duty Vacuum Suction Cup Anchor, 2Pack Strong Suction Cups with Carabiners, 4pcs Heavy Duty Tarp Clips & 2Pcs Bungee Cords Dual Hooks Tie Down for Car Awning Boat Camping Trap Bathroom Pet
Mounting putty is a great alternative to floral putty for securing pin-frogs. Can also be used for securing a container to a stand.
Gorilla Removable Mounting Putty, 84 Pre-cut Squares, Off White (Pack of 3)
Mounting putty is a great alternative to floral putty for securing pin-frogs. Can also be used for securing a container to a stand.
Loctite Home and Office 2-ounce Fun-tak Mounting Putty Tabs by Henkel Corporation (Pack of 2)
A tagging gun is perfect for pinning greenery to fabric draping.
GILLRAJ Clothing Tagging Gun with 5000 pcs 2" Standard Barbs and 6 Needles Clothes Retail Price Tag Gun Set Kit for Boutique Store Warehouse Consignment Garage Yard Sale
I haven't tried these clear pin frogs just yet, but I love the idea of creating a more minimalist looking design in them!
4Pcs Clear Flower Frog 70mm/2.76" Round Japanese Floral Frogs Plastic Ikebana Cut Flower Kenzan Flower Arrangement Pin Frog Holder with 3 Suction Cups on Bottom
A cordless hot glue gun is perfect for creating a base for your wearable flowers (and even gluing the flowers if you're out of floral adhesive!).
HOTO Cordless Hot Glue Gun, 10 Glue Sticks, 30S Heating Fast, USB Rechargeable Melt Glue Gun, Smart-Power-off Glue Gun, Perfect for Crafts, DIY Arts, Quick Home Repairs
100% worth getting a few of these if you're spray painting mechanics/decor. Makes it so much easier!
Rust-Oleum 241526 Comfort Grip , Black , 2 in x 7.25 in
I love adding a bit of felt tape to my brass/metal cuffs for corsages. It's an easy foundation that your floral adhesive will stick to MUCH more easily than the metal itself.
Gomake Adhesive Felt Tape Vinyl Squeegee Buffer White Self-Adhesive Soft Fiber Felt Roll for Vinyl Squeegee Replacement Felt and Protecting Furniture Hard Surfaces DIY Adhesive- 197" (500CM) Length
Such a cute option for wrap bouquets!
Giiffu Iridescent Film Cellophane Wrap Roll I 34 In Wide X 50 Ft Long I for Gift Baskets Flower Wrapping Paper Holographic Cellophane Easter Wrap Roll for Easter Gift Floral Bouquet Wrapping
Petite pins are the only type of pin I use for pin-on bouts and corsages. Poke them down into the stem from the back of the lapel. It's SO much easier than weaving a longer pin through.
Dritz 132 Pearlized Pins, Petite, White, 3/4-Inch (150-Count)
Ground staples are always in my toolbox for a windy day, uneven ground, etc. to support my arrangements.
BzBirds USA Made 6 inch 11 Gauge Garden Landscape Staples Galvanized SOD Pins Lawn Stakes for Weed Barrier Fabric, Ground Cover, Holding Fence and Artificial Turf
Brass cuffs are perfect for a more modern looking corsage!
Beadaholique Jewelry Finding, Brass
Honestly, if you're not using glue dots already, idk how you do it. Putting greenery on a sign, securing down a vase, creating those little magical “growing out of nowhere” moments.
U-Glue Adhesive Dash 1000/roll
You already know. Zip ties are everything.
8 inch Zip Ties Bulk Pack of 1000 - 50lb Strength - 8" Cable Ties in Black and White
Bind wire is super helpful for many uses. I most frequently use it for lightly securing a taller stem whatever structure I'm using. If you're willing to put in a little extra work, this can be repurposed later rather than going in the trash!
Oasis Bind Wire Green (1)
Stop ruining your floral shears cutting chicken wire.
Wire Cutters for Crafts - BOENFU Small Wire Cutters Wire Snips Flush Cutters Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6 in, 1 Pack
This is my go-to base for flower crowns as it is a lot more structural than bind wire!
Green Rustic Wire 18 Gauge - 70 Feet
We love a pin frog!
マルフジ剣山製作所 Marufuji Kenyama Seisakusho Yuuka Special 4 Daimaru with Rubber Ring, Needle Length: 0.5 inches (13 mm)
Easy Grid Backdrop Base
Only Garment Racks #1900B (Box of 3) Grid Panel for Retail Display - Perfect Metal Grid for Any Retail Display, 2'x 6', 3 Grids Per Carton (Black Finish)
Low cost ground installation vessel! I've even wrapped chicken wire around the base before for extra size/hidden mechanics. A great foam-free option because you can use chicken wire and water inside the container!
Novelty Poly-Pro Plastic Flower Box Planter, Black, 24-Inch
Floral adhesive is the best option for making wearable flowers.
39g Oasis Floral Adhesive Tube
Coated chicken wire is always the preferred option for foam-free mechanics. Because it's coated, it's easy to keep repurposing for years (vs uncoated that gets rusty).
YARDGARD 308452B Poultry Netting Fence 24 Inch x 25 Foot, Color-Green
Fishing line is great for stringing together flowers, invisible mechanics, etc.
Sea Striker Monofilament Fishing Line 80 Pound Test
Having a variety of ladder sizes is super helpful. Plus, step ladders are easier for continually going up and down with flowers.
4 Step Ladder Step Stool, Sturdy Step Stools for Adults with Wide Anti-Slip Pedal, Portable Folding Step Stool with Handle, Lightweight Steel Step Ladder, 330lbs Capacity Kitchen Step Stool, White
Adjustable ladders are the easiest to transport and give you lots of flexibility in height.
Little Giant Ladders, Velocity with Wheels, M22, 22 Ft, Multi-Position Ladder, Aluminum, Type 1A, 300 lbs Weight Rating, (15422-001)
Don't be like me on my first ever wedding and forget a broom and dust pan. Just don't.
OXO Good Grips Compact Dustpan and Brush Set
Honestly, this is the #1 thing I recommend on this list. Having a few pop-up trash cans that zip closed will make your life so much easier during set up and clean up.
Camco 42893 Pop-Up Utility Container – 18” x 24”
I love using craft wire for my wearable flowers. I've made floral earrings, dainty/minimalist flower combs, and more with this type of wire.
BEADNOVA Bare Copper Wire Tarnish Resistant Jewelry Making Wire (Gold Plated, 22 Gauge)
Floral putty is the go-to option for securing down pin frogs.
Panacea Floral Sticky Clay 4' Roll-Green
These are my favorite shears. They are super sharp, cute, colorful, and comfortable in my hand.
Flower Scissors Hand Creation F-170 (Violet)
Heavy duty shears are always in my toolbox for woody stems or really thick stems.
Premium Bypass Pruning Shears for your Garden - Heavy-Duty, Ultra Sharp Pruners w/Soft Cushion Grip Handle Made with Japanese Grade High Carbon Steel - Perfectly Cutting Through Anything in Your Yard
A tool belt of some kind is so helpful if what you're wearing to set up in doesn't have great pockets on the front.
GARDENING TOOL BELT- Garden Tool Belt for Women & Men, Garden Tool Bag for Garden Tool Storage. Adjustable Waist Strap, Genuine Leather, Garden Tool Holder, Women's belt bag, Leather belt pouch
Another great tool belt option.
Garden Tool Belt Holster for Women & Men- Womens Adjustable Tool Belt Pouch for Electrician, Carpenter and Construction - LIFETIME Heavy Duty Oxford Tool Belt - Fits from 24" to 53" (Black)
Having a magnetic tool holder could be awesome for quickly holding your shears during installation work.
MagMaster | Magnetic Tool Holder - Strong Clip-On Belt Magnet Holster for Screws, Nails, Hammer, Sockets, Pliers, Screw Driver, Trowel, Drill Bit, Wrench, or Any Magnetic Tools and Hardware
I have this small tool holder for my shears! I really love it (just keep in mind, you have to use more narrow shears for this one!)
Bucket Boss Single-Barrel Sheath in Brown, 54042
This is a great tool box option if you like to keep everything open and accessible during set up!
Bucket Boss - Garden Boss Bucket Tool Organizer (Fits 5 Gallon Bucket), Bucket Organization (GB20010)
This is the toolbox I use! I love that the top section is smaller and can detach for work days that require fewer tools. The bottom section holds a lot of supplies for larger installations.
DEWALT Tool Tote with Removable Power Tool Case, 24-Inch (DWST24070)
Suction cup water tubes are a fun option for a window installation. Could be used in a really minimalist style installation.
Milisten 8Pcs Floral Water Tubes, Floral Nutrition ...
Reusable bags for collecting flower scraps/stems. This is an alternative to the pop up trashcan above. I prefer the pop-up option, but these are great!
Professional 3-Pack 137 Gallon Lawn Garden Bags (D34 ...
This is a great alternative to floral foam for a more structured base.
Reusable Natural Dried Angel Vine for Foam-Free Floral Designs - 8 oz
If you like the Ikebana look (or just want a foam-free base for your centerpieces), these hairpin frogs are super helpful!
Small Flower Hairpin Frog Holder - 2"
I love these larger hairpin frogs for centerpiece work.
Round Flower Hairpin Flower Frog - 3.5"
Agra Wool is probably the most similar option to floral foam, but it's eco friendly! This is a great option for on-site installation work.
Reusable All Natural Agra-Wool Natural Floral Foam Brick - 8.5"
Floral tack is perfect for securing down those pin frogs or hairpin frogs!
Floral Tack Clay Adhesive - 4' Roll
Having a watering can on site with you is a must, so you might as well make it aesthetic!
Handcrafted Metal Watering Can in Brass - 11"
Transportation
I have limited storage space in my studio, so collapsible crates were a must for me. These are great for packing my arrangements for transport.
Storage Bins Organizer Storage Box 6 Pack Foldable Stackable Plastic Storage Case
A folding cart is a great option for transporting buckets of flowers or other supplies.
Monoprice Heavy Duty All Terrain Collapsible Outdoor Wagon, Black - Durable, 600D Oxford, Mildew and UV Resistant - Pure Outdoor Collection
A heavy duty utility cart is perfect for transporting your arrangements, supplies, and buckets on site! Most of them break down pretty small for transport (or you can lock the wheels and stack items on it in the van!).
Extra Large Utility Cart
A heavy duty cart is a great option if you're doing a lot of outdoor events where you're transporting buckets across grass/uneven ground.
Outdoor Carts: Patio, Lawn & Garden
Studio / Office
If you have a smaller studio like me, vertical storage is everything!
Standing Shelf Units, Home Office cabinets with Metal Pegboard
Peel and stick wallpaper makes for a great photo backdrop in your space (plus, you can swap it out easily!).
24x117 Inches 3D Textured Peel and Stick Concrete Wallpaper Grey Cement Contact Paper for Walls Kitchen Cabinets Countertop Bathroom Bedroom Furniture
Beautiful fabric (like a gauze runner) is perfect for styling photos in your studio.
LS Designs Rustic Cotton Gauze Cheesecloth Table Runner 36 inch x 180 inches (3 ft x 15 ft) Open Edge, Non-serged, Wedding, Bridal Shower, Baby Shower, Wedding Drapery, Table Runner (Dusty Rose)
These acrylic pedestals are popular for a reason. They are relatively lightweight, sturdy, and a nice clean look. I love them for a photo space in studio or used for installations on site!
Tall Pedestal Display Art Stand Plexiglass Clear One Piece Display Flower Tower Decor 12" x 12" x 32" Collectible Cube Riser 5 Sided Show Case Wedding Decorations Receptions by Marketing Holders
Having a deep sink makes bucket and vase washing much more enjoyable.
Laundry Sink Utility Tub With High Arc Metal Pull Down ...
Accessory
Velvet Ribbon
6 Rolls Velvet Ribbon 1.5 Inch Burnt Orange Ribbon Terracotta Ribbon Handmade Frayed Velvet Ribbon Fall Wedding Ribbon Raw Edge for Wedding Bridal Bouquet Gift Wrapping Invitation Tie Fall Wreaths
Velvet Ribbon
Velvet Ribbon for Gift Wrapping - Keypan Olive Green Handmade Fringe Ribbons for Crafts Bouquet Wedding Decorations 2 Rolls 1 1/2 Inch x 2 Yd (4 Yards Total)