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Hi! I'm Debbie, a fully qualified florist based in Sunderland, providing seasonal Flower and Wreath Workshops around the North East 💚 Debbie x

My name is Debbie and I am the florist behind The Northern Flower Garden. I offer a variety of flower and wreath workshops throughout the year which I design to be accessible by all but also as an opportunity for you to build your knowledge and skills around floristry. I am passionate about sustainable floristry and always excited to develop and share new techniques which are kinder to our planet. Follow me to find out about my workshops and all things floral.

21/10/2026

🎄 A little Christmas news from the studio…

I've been busy behind the scenes at the studio in Marina Terrace, Whitburn, and I've been thinking about something I'd really love to introduce this Christmas… a little Christmas Pop-Up Shop! ✨

We're still very much in the planning stages, but the hope is to open the studio for a couple of days each week in the run-up to Christmas, creating a space where you can pop in, have a browse and pick up something festive.

Here's what I'm hoping to offer…

🌿 Christmas wreath and flower orders — if you prefer to order in person, you'll be able to come into the studio and chat through what you'd like.

💐 Floral gifts and seasonal treats — a little selection of floral goodies that would make lovely gifts or something special for your own home.

🎀 Our sundries store — for those of you who love getting creative at home, we'll have floristry sundries and materials available to buy, so you can stock up on the bits and pieces you need to make your own designs.

I'm particularly excited about the sundries side of things. I've noticed more and more people making their own Christmas wreaths at home and becoming really confident with their creations, so it would make sense to offer somewhere local to pick up the materials and have a go yourself! 🌲

There is still plenty to organise, and I haven't got everything figured out just yet. But I thought I'd share the idea with you now because I'd love you to be part of it! ❤️

What would you like to see in a little Christmas pop-up shop like this? Are there particular floral gifts, wreath-making materials or festive bits and pieces you'd love to be able to pick up locally?

I'd genuinely love to hear your thoughts and ideas. This is very much in its early stages, so all suggestions are welcome!

Hopefully, there'll be lots more to share as the plans come together. I can't wait to bring a little Christmas magic into the studio. 🎄✨

15/10/2026

Let's talk about Swags... a little something different for your front door this Christmas… 🎄

Not everyone wants a traditional Christmas wreath, and that's where our Christmas Door Swag comes in!

I love the natural, slightly more contemporary look of a door swag, with its beautiful layers of festive foliage, seasonal decorations and a lovely ribbon to finish it off. It's a wonderful way to bring a little Christmas greenery to your front door, without going for the traditional circular wreath.

At my Christmas Door Swag Workshop at Gibside, I'll guide you through creating your own design from scratch, using fresh seasonal foliage and festive finishing touches.

And don't worry if you've never tried anything like this before! Our workshops are friendly, relaxed and fully supported, with both myself and my mam on hand to help you along the way. ❤️

It's a lovely way to enjoy some creative time, learn a few floristry techniques and head home with something beautiful you've made yourself.

📍 Gibside
📅 Saturday 12th December
⏰ 11am
💷 £40 per person

If you fancy trying something a little different this Christmas, we'd love you to join us!

👉 Find out more and book your place:
https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops-1

Are you a traditional wreath person, or would you try something a little different this year? 🎄

14/10/2026

🍂 An autumn favourite… which would you choose?

One of the things I love most about this time of year is all the beautiful natural details that start to appear. As a florist, I'm always noticing the little things — the colours, shapes and textures that make autumn so special.

There are so many lovely things to collect inspiration from at this time of year, but I've narrowed it down to four of my favourites…

❤️ Berries — I love the pops of colour they bring, from deep reds to rich oranges. They add such a lovely detail to autumn arrangements and wreaths.

🍁 Changing leaves — the colours are just incredible! From golden yellows and burnt oranges to deep reds and beautiful russets, every leaf seems to have its own little pattern.

🌾 Seedheads — perhaps a little underrated, but I love their shapes and textures. They add so much interest to floral designs, even when there isn't a flower in sight!

🌲 Pinecones — such a simple natural treasure, but full of character. I love their texture, and they're lovely for adding a little woodland feel to seasonal displays.

I think autumn gives us so much to appreciate if we take a moment to look around us. You don't always need a beautiful flower to find something inspiring!

So, here's a little autumn question for you… 🍂

If you could bring just one of these autumn treasures home, which would it be?

❤️ Berries
🍁 Changing leaves
🌾 Seedheads
🌲 Pinecones

Tell me in the comments — I'd love to know which one gets your vote! 🤎

09/10/2026

🎄 A little extra Christmas wreath-making magic! 🎄

My Traditional Christmas Wreath Workshop at Gibside has sold out, so I’m delighted to be adding another date at Crook Hall Gardens for anyone who missed out or is thinking about making their own wreath this Christmas. ✨

This is the whole shebang — we'll start by mossing your wreath ring from scratch, then bind on a beautiful selection of fresh, festive foliage to create a lovely full base. Once your wreath is taking shape, you can choose from a gorgeous selection of Christmas decorations and festive bows to make it completely your own. 🎀

We'll take our time over the process, with up to three hours to create your wreath, so there's no need to rush. We'll also add a backing to help protect your wreath and your door, leaving you with a beautiful, finished decoration ready to hang and enjoy throughout the festive season.

Whether you've been making wreaths for years or have never picked up a mossing pin before, you're very welcome. Our workshops are always friendly, relaxed and supportive, with both myself and my mam on hand to guide you through every step. ❤️

📍 Crook Hall Gardens
📅 Sunday 29th November
⏰ 11am–2pm

🎄 Places are available to book from 6pm today...

👉 Find all the details and reserve your place here:
https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops-1

07/10/2026

Take a look at these beautiful Harvest Basket Arrangements we made at Gibside last Saturday 👀

Thank you to everyone who came along, and thank you for your lovely feedback and reviews. It really does help our business and is much appreciated 🙏

Thank you to Gibside for the apples gathered from their orchard which gave our Harvest baskets a wonderful finishing touch 💚

If this is something you would like to try, spend a few hours arranging flowers in beautiful surroundings then check out my website below for all my upcoming workshops: https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk

You will be most welcome 😊

30/09/2026

🍂 A little autumn wreath treat… 🍂

My autumn wreaths from last Saturday’s workshop have been proving rather popular, so I’ve decided to make up a small, limited number to sell from the studio in Whitburn this week.

If you missed the workshop but have been admiring the wreaths, this might be your chance to bring a little bit of autumn home. 🍁

Each wreath is made on a 12" mossed wreath frame and decorated with beautiful seasonal touches including pinecones, dried solanum and a lovely bow.

🍂 £45 each
📍 Collection from my studio in Whitburn
📅 Friday 2nd October

I’ll only be making a limited number, so once they’re gone, they’re gone!
If you’d like to reserve one, just send me a message and I’ll put one aside for you to collect on Friday.

A little last-minute autumn addition for your front door… because sometimes the best things are the ones you don't plan for. 🍂🤎

29/09/2026

🍂 A little thank you from Gibside

A huge thank you to everyone who joined me at Gibside last Saturday for my Autumn Wreath Workshop. 🌿

The autumn colours were just incredible, and with the sunshine shining through, they seemed to glow even more beautifully. There really is something so special about this time of year — the changing leaves, berries, seedheads and all those wonderful autumn textures. 🍁

I loved seeing everyone's wreaths come together, each one completely unique and full of your own creative touches.

And I'm back at beautiful Gibside again this Saturday for my Autumn Harvest Flower Arranging Workshop where we'll be working with seasonal flowers, autumnal foliage, grasses and apples gathered from the Gibside estate to create a beautiful harvest-inspired arrangement to take home. 🍎

I still have a few spaces available, so if you're looking for a last-minute plan and fancy spending a few creative hours surrounded by the beauty of the estate, I'd love to see you there.

🍂 Saturday 3rd October | 11am | Gibside

You can find all the details and book your place here:
👉 https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops

I hope to see some of you there! 🌿🍂

28/09/2026

🍂 Last call for our Autumn Harvest Flower Arranging Workshop at Gibside!

If you're looking for something lovely to do this Saturday, love flowers and all things autumn, and fancy spending a few creative hours exploring the beautiful Gibside estate, then this workshop could be just the thing for you. 🌿🍎

On Saturday 3rd October at 11am, I'll be at Gibside for a relaxed and creative Autumn Harvest Flower Arranging Workshop.

Working in a rustic basket, you'll arrange a beautiful selection of seasonal flowers alongside autumnal foliage and grasses, with apples gathered from the Gibside estate. Together, these will create a design full of warmth, texture and the rich colours that make autumn such a special time of year. 🍂

I'll guide you through each step, sharing professional floristry techniques and showing you how to combine shape, colour and texture to create a naturally abundant display inspired by the harvest season.

Whether you're completely new to flower arranging or have some experience already, you'll be warmly welcomed and supported throughout. 🌿

And, of course, there'll be plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and embrace that lovely autumn feeling at Gibside.

📍 Gibside
📅 Saturday 3rd October
🕚 11am
💷 £55 per person
⏰ Booking closes Thursday 1st October at 12 noon.

If this sounds like your kind of Saturday, I'd love to welcome you and spend a few autumnal hours creating something beautiful together 😊

24/09/2026

🎄 Christmas Workshops are now LIVE!
It's that time of year again, and I'm so excited to share my Christmas workshops with you! This year, I've introduced a couple of new designs alongside some firm favourites, so hopefully there's something for everyone.

Whether you love a traditional Christmas wreath, prefer something a little more natural and contemporary, or would rather create a beautiful door swag or festive bouquet, I'd love to welcome you along.

Here's what's coming up:

🎄 Traditional Christmas Wreath Workshop – Gibside
📅 Saturday 28th November
🕚 11am
💷 £55 per person
Our traditional, fully mossed and backed Christmas wreath — a timeless favourite and the perfect way to begin your festive decorating.

🌿 Christmas Vine Wreath Workshop – Crook Hall Gardens
📅 Saturday 5th December
🕚 11am
💷 £50 per person
A slightly different take on the traditional wreath. This natural and contemporary design on a vine wreath base is perfect if you love a more relaxed, botanical style.

🎀 Christmas Door Swag Workshop – Gibside
📅 Saturday 12th December
🕚 11am
💷 £40 per person
For those who might not want to go the whole hog with a wreath! Create a beautiful festive door swag — a lovely alternative for welcoming Christmas into your home.

🌸 Christmas Gift Flower Bouquet Workshop – Crook Hall Gardens
📅 Saturday 19th December
🕚 11am
💷 £55 per person
Our ever-popular Christmas Gift Flower Bouquet workshop. Create a beautiful seasonal bouquet, perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself. 🎁

I'm really pleased to be introducing these new options this year, and hopefully there's a workshop to suit everyone's style and budget.

But don't leave it too late… places are already starting to sell! 🎄

If you'd like to join me for some festive creativity, seasonal flowers and a lovely few hours at these beautiful National Trust venues, you can find full details and book your place here:
👉 https://www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops-1

22/09/2026

🍂 What makes a good autumn wreath?

For me, creating a beautiful autumn wreath is about so much more than simply adding orange leaves and a few berries to a wreath ring. It's about bringing together a thoughtful combination of texture, shape, colour and natural materials to create a design that feels balanced, interesting and full of seasonal character.

Here are a few of the things I consider when creating an autumn wreath:
🌿 Texture
Combining different textures helps to give a wreath depth and interest. Think soft moss, papery seed heads, dried elements and more structural natural materials.

🍂 Different shapes
Using a variety of shapes prevents a wreath from feeling flat or predictable. Rounded leaves, spiky details, arching grasses and more delicate elements can all work together to create movement and contrast.

🌾 Seedheads and grasses
These are some of my favourite materials to work with. They bring height, movement and a lovely sense of wildness to a design, while adding those beautiful autumnal textures.

🍎 Berries and autumn fruits
Berries, fruits and other seasonal details can introduce colour, shape and a little abundance. They help to capture the richness of the season and make each wreath feel unique.

🌰 Interesting natural elements
I love looking beyond the obvious materials. Pine cones, seed pods, twigs, dried fruits and other natural finds can add character and unexpected details to a wreath.

🎨 Colour
And autumn doesn't have to mean orange! 🍂 Although those warm autumnal tones are beautiful, I also love exploring deeper reds, burgundy, plum, soft greens, muted browns and even more unusual colour combinations.

The most successful wreaths often come from experimenting with colour and texture, rather than following a strict formula.

These are some of the things we'll be exploring at my Autumn Wreath Workshop at Gibside this Saturday. I'll guide you through the techniques, share my floristry tips and help you create a wreath that reflects your own style and creativity.

If this sounds like something you'd enjoy and you'd like to have a go at making your own autumn wreath, here are the details:
🍂 Autumn Wreath Making Workshop at Gibside
📍 Gibside
📅 Saturday 26th September
🕚 11am-2pm

Booking closes Thursday 24th September at 12pm, so there's still time to join me for a few creative hours surrounded by the beauty of the estate.
👉 Full details and booking information:
www.thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/workshops

Address

Whitburn

Opening Hours

Monday

10am - 4pm

Telephone

+447776147356

Website

http://thenorthernflowergarden.co.uk/

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