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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
Attaching to glass or other smooth surfaces.
Elegear Wreath Suction Cup Hooks, 2 Pack, 11LB
For heavier weight attaching onto glass.
CONBOLA Heavy Duty Suction Cups 4 Pcs with Hooks
Using bungee cords (where practical) instead of zip ties is a great way to reduce single-use-plastic!
30PCS Ball Bungee Cords, 3 Sizes, Heavy Duty
For hanging installations on metal.
Magnetic Hooks 170lbs Carabiner (2 Pack) WELLZEER
These ones are more bulky, but they can hold much heavier installations on glass and smooth surfaces.
Heavy Duty Vacuum Suction Cup Anchor, 2Pack
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 Squares, 3 Pack
A tagging gun is perfect for pinning greenery to fabric draping.
GILLRAJ Clothing Tagging Gun with 5000 pcs Barbs
These clear plastic frogs are a really affordable option. The pins aren't quite as sharp as metal ones, but they hold well. The suction cups aren't incredible, but could always be removed and use floral putty instead.
4Pcs Clear Flower Frog 70mm Round Ikebana Holder
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, USB
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
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, White, 3/4-Inch, 150ct
Ground staples are always in my toolbox for a windy day, uneven ground, etc. to support my arrangements.
BzBirds USA 6in 11 Gauge Garden Landscape Staples
Brass cuffs are perfect for a more modern looking corsage!
Beadaholique Jewelry Finding, Brass
Must-have in the toolbox. 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
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)
Seriously, stop ruining your floral shears cutting chicken wire. (…do yourself and favor and get wire cutters with a spring)
BOENFU Small Wire Cutters, 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 for minimalist arrangements and eco-friendly mechanics.
Marufuji Yuuka Special 4 Daimaru w/ Rubber Ring
Easy Grid Backdrop Base
Only Garment Racks #1900B Grid Panel, 2'x 6', Black
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, 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 Poultry Netting Fence 24x25, Green
Fishing line is great for stringing together flowers, invisible mechanics, etc.
Sea Striker Monofilament Fishing Line 80lb 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 Stool, Wide Anti-Slip Pedal, 330lbs
Adjustable ladders are the easiest to transport and give you lots of flexibility in height.
Little Giant Ladders, Velocity M22, 22 Ft, Aluminum
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
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 Gold Plated Copper Wire, 22 Gauge
Removable putty 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 - Ultra Sharp
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- Adjustable Leather Pouch
Another great tool belt option.
Garden Tool Belt Holster - Adjustable, Heavy Duty
Having a magnetic tool holder could be awesome for quickly holding your shears during installation work.
MagMaster | Magnetic Tool Holder - Strong Clip-On
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 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
I've used these tarp bags for years to collect all my flower scraps/waste. They are collapsable, easy to store, and you can reuse them for a really long time.
Expert Gardener 53 Gallon Leaf Bags, 2 Pack, Green, 53 gal
This is my top pick for a reusable trash can for florists. It is made of a thicker material that is less prone to tearing than other tarp bags. I like having the ones with a spring to keep it upright/open too.
30 Gal. Collapsible Kangaroo Lawn and Leaf Bag
This is the toolbox that I currently use. I love that it has a large storage capacity and it comes apart into two sections if you just need a small set of supplies. The one downside for me is that it's pretty bulky to carry. I'm considering something...
14 in. D Resin 2-in-1 Tote with Removable Power Tool Case
These rolling, modular tool boxes are brilliant for a wedding florist to have. When we're doing larger weddings, we have to bring a lot of supplies (and back up plans!), and this makes transport so much easier.
Connect Stackable 22 in. Rolling Tool Cart, 22 in. Tool Box, and Pro Small Parts Organizer With 12 Removable Bins
If you just need a small and simple tool kit, I love how sturdy and durable this one is.
24 in. D Resin 1-Touch Hand Tool Box
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 6 Pack Foldable Plastic
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
An all-terrain cart is a life-saver for hauling flowers around outdoor wedding venues.
1,200 lbs. Heavy Duty Steel Utility Garden Cart, 9 cu. ft. Capacity, 13 in. Pneumatic Tires, 2-in-1 Pull or Tow Handle
An easy trick for transporting those pin-frog arrangements or anything in a low vessel. Helps keep the arrangements in place and water from spilling all over your car.
28-Qt. Storage Box in Clear
Truly a must for hauling around bud vases (and really just all types of vases). I don't know why I waited so long to buy these, but 100% recommend.
Noble Products 25-Compartment Gray Full-Size Glass Rack with 2 Blue Extenders
I use this size for hauling my bouquets. I never have to worry about them tipping over in transit.
Noble Products 16-Compartment Gray Full-Size Glass Rack with 2 Yellow Extenders
So helpful for transporting those skinny bud vases. Absolutely recommend.
Noble Products 36-Compartment Gray Full-Size Glass Rack with 2 Green Extenders
These rectangular dividers are so helpful for transporting those unique shaped bud vases.
Noble Products 20-Compartment Gray Full-Size Glass Rack with 2 Brown Extenders
These are perfect for hauling larger vase arrangements, stacking pin frog bowls, etc.
Noble Products 9-Compartment Gray Full-Size Glass Rack with 3 Black Extenders
Studio / Office
If you have a smaller studio like me, vertical storage is everything!
Standing Shelf Units, Office Cabinets w/ Pegboard
Peel and stick wallpaper makes for a great photo backdrop in your space (plus, you can swap it out easily!).
3D Textured Peel and Stick Concrete Wallpaper
Beautiful fabric (like a gauze runner) is perfect for styling photos in your studio.
LS Designs Rustic Cotton Gauze Table Runner
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 12x12x32
Everyone's least favorite task gets so much easier with a large utility sink for bucket washing.
24 in. W Drop-In Stainless Steel Laundry Sink with Faucet and White Storage Cabinet
Genuinely, if you have the space and budget for a larger utility sink for bucket washing, do it. Having more room makes it so much easier.
41.7 in. x 24 in. x 49.2 in. Stainless Steel Utility Sink with Pull out Faucet
Big fan of functionality meets aesthetic. A utility sink doesn't have to be ugly, and it will make your life so much easier.
24 in. W x 21 in. D x 34 in. L Stainless Steel Laundry Sink with Faucet and Double Door Cabinet in White
Seriously, get yourself a utility sink if you can, florists. Thank me later.
14 in. D x 30 in. W Freestanding Laundry/Utility Sink in Stainless Steel and Black with Pull-Out Faucet
If you have a small studio space like me, maximizing every square inch of storage is necessary. I love a multipurpose item like this workbench that you can store everything in.
Modular Tool Storage 52 in. W Standard Duty Black Mobile Workbench Cabinet
And here's the smaller size if you have an even smaller studio!
42 in. W x 18.1 in. D 8-Drawer Black Mobile Workbench Cabinet with Solid Wood Top
This workbench is my favorite. So functional and also really pretty so you can keep your studio looking gorgeous.
Tool Storage 61 in. W Heavy Duty White Mobile Workbench Tool Chest
Whether you just need to cool your studio or you're building a cooler with a CoolBot, LG is really dependable (and is also the most compatible with CoolBot!). Be sure to check the BTU for your space.
14,000 BTU 115V Window Air Conditioner Cools 700 sq. ft. with Wi-Fi, Remote and in White
Another BTU option that's compatible with CoolBot.
10,000 BTU 115-Volt Window Air Conditioner Cools 450 Sq. Ft. with Remote in White
One more BTU option that's compatible with CoolBot.
12,000 BTU 115V Window Air Conditioner Cools 550 sq. ft. with Wi-Fi, Remote and in White
Accessory
Velvet Ribbon
6 Rolls 1.5 Inch Burnt Orange Velvet Ribbon
Velvet Ribbon
Velvet Ribbon for Gift Wrapping - Olive Green