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Floral Design Tools: The Real Ones Know

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Katie Meade

Not all floral shears are created equal, and if you’ve ever wrestled with dull clippers or a sad roll of cheap floral tape, you already know that. The right tools don’t just make arranging easier—they make it possible. This list is for those who take...

Sections

The Basics: Tools You Can’t Work Without

The Upgrades: Next-Level Florist Tools

In The Studio : Set Up Like a Pro

Studio Supplies: The Unsung Heroes

Eco-Friendly Mechanics: Floral Design Without the Waste

The Basics: Tools You Can’t Work Without

These are the non-negotiables—without them, you’re just wishfully shuffling stems around. Sharp, precise clippers, floral tape that actually sticks, and a few essentials that separate the professionals from the "I guess I’ll just use my kitchen sciss...

The tool you will see in the hands of most floral designers, for good reason. Not as devastating to lose as the Niwaki!

ARS Light Pruner / Pocket Secateur

Stop losing your snips by keeping them on your body—but don't wear holes in your pockets! Long-wearing, comfortable, just clip or belt it on and go.

Felco Leather Holster

You won't use them every time, but when you need them you'll be glad you have them.

Bamboo Rayon Natural Rubber Palm Gloves

The Upgrades: Next-Level Florist Tools

Once you’ve got the basics down, it’s time to step up your game. These are the tools that make arranging easier, faster, and just a little more enjoyable (because, yes, a really good pair of snips can be that satisfying). Think precision shears, ergo...

The perfect combination of robust, hard wearing steel with well-balanced precision and ergonomics.

Niwaki GR Pro Secateurs

Chic af, plus it keeps your phone at hand for photos.

Floret Toolbelt

Perfection. Only buy these nice ones if you're serious about cleaning and keeping them after use—it's heartbreaking when they are left at an event.

Niwaki Kenzan

Even cleanup can feel luxe.

Niwaki Shuro Brush

If you're seeing a trench, it's because Niwaki is just that good.

Niwaki Gardening Gloves

In The Studio : Set Up Like a Pro

If you’ve ever knocked over a bucket of water while trying to arrange on a too-small table, you know the value of a proper workspace. This section covers workbenches, storage solutions, and setups that keep your tools within reach and your studio flo...

Vibes are key.

Sonos Era 300

Easy cleanup is key, and these have that industrial-chic vibe when clients come for studio visits.

Standard Mobile Stainless Steel Worktable

Because your tools need somewhere to sleep.

Polypropylene Storage Wide Drawer

Your suppliers will fill your studio with round flower buckets, but if you want the kind that won't tip over at a glance, here it is.

Florida Bucket & Topframe

You'll never regret buying these in bulk.

Glass Cylinder Vase | Jamali Garden

Simple, perfect, for your standard 12" arrangements.

3.25in High White Ceramic Vase

Studio Supplies: The Unsung Heroes

Floral work isn’t just about flowers—you need a whole arsenal of behind-the-scenes essentials. From buckets that won’t tip over to wire and twine that actually hold, these are the supplies that keep your workflow running without a hitch.

Can't do events without it.

Floral Wire in Green

Just don't get yours mixed up with the tech crew's at events.

Klein Tools Canvas Tool Bag

You'll fly through them.

Nitrile Latex Free & Powder Free Gloves

Eco-Friendly Mechanics: Floral Design Without the Waste

Foam-free, plastic-free, and as sustainable as possible—because good design shouldn’t come at the cost of the environment. These are the best alternatives for traditional floral mechanics, so you can create stunning arrangements without a landfill’s ...

Make a 3x3 grid across the top of your vase, then encircle the ends around the edge. Basic delivery arrangement prep, done.

Oasis Clear Floral Tape

Crunch it up into a vessel, make a tube around some sphagnum moss, staple a layer over a piece of plywood—this is the solution for all large scale installations. And it's reusable!

Florist Netting

Please, please never use floral foam again.

All Natural Agra-Wool Natural Floral Foam Brick