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The Bloom
Room
A Clipper Blog
Where flower shop experience becomes teachable strategy.
No gatekeeping. Just guidance, truths, and maybe some laughs.


New Year, New Margins: How to Price Your Florals Smarter in 2026
Flower prices, tariffs, and supply chain chaos are making 2026 a wild ride for florists. Learn how to price smarter, account for labor, leverage local blooms, and plan early to protect margins. From preorders to creative sourcing and clear communication, this guide helps you start the year profitable, organized, and stress-free. Plus tips on navigating tariffs without wilting under the pressure.
Dec 31, 20253 min read


All I Want for Christmas… Is a Bonus (But Let’s Talk Reality)
Christmas bonus season can feel like a minefield. Tight budgets, tired staff, and the pressure to give something. This honest, florist-focused guide breaks down when to give bonuses, when not to, how to communicate with your team, and what meaningful alternatives still build loyalty and morale. If December feels heavy, this will help you breathe again.
Dec 16, 20254 min read


DON'T HIRE THAT EMPLOYEE. Before reading this first.
You opened your flower shop to create beauty, not drown in emails, invoices, and endless admin. Hiring an employee is expensive and risky if you’re not ready but a Virtual Assistant or Manager can take on the behind-the-scenes chaos without the payroll headache. Free yourself to focus on floristry, sales, and customer magic, while I handle the files, schedules, and inboxes that steal your joy.
Aug 12, 20252 min read
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