Jill Joyner started Pop Up Flowers in a streak of inspiration. She calls that time period a “mid-life reidentification of self” and it led to a life filled with what she loves most: arranging beautiful flowers amidst a community of creatives with the flexibility to care for her loved ones. She also loves to teach and has shared tips on crafting a stunning and long-lasting arrangement for Valentine’s Day.
First, start with greenery. Think of it as the base coat on your canvas. Then, select three types of flowers: a thriller, a filler, and a spiller. The thriller is the focal flower, the filler adds whimsical movement, and the spiller provides structure and stability. If something doesn’t look right to your eyes, it’s probably about the scale. Ensure the flowers are not too low - they should be 1.5 the height of the vase. Joyner recommends working in odd numbers and utilizing a variety of petal sizes and colors. Once complete, spray a wax solution all over (she likes Crowning Glory) to seal in the moisture and keep it longer lasting. Change your water every 2-3 days and put a fresh cut at the end of your flowers. Voilà!