Smells Like Flowers (SLF) is a creative (private) floral studio located in Havelock, On. We offer full service wedding design, corporate event design, and seasonal workshops. We service Prince Edward County, Peterborough, Toronto and everything in between.
Ethos
To provide our clients with highly creative and contemporary designs while being conscious of the environmental impact of our product and process.
Our love for the earth has propelled us to consider the climate emergency in every aspect of our business. We have pledged to use 100% local product, to eliminate dyed and bleached botanicals, and to continue to never use floral foam. The consideration of waste practices; botanical, hard goods, and in our mechanics, is a leading force in how we manage and design our events.
Smells Like Flowers can be identified by their use of colour, their contemporary yet playful design style and by their oversized sculptural + installation work. As a queer person Puttkemery prioritizes collaborations, clients, and team members that support and uplift her community.
100% Local. No Foam. No Dyes. Never Bleached.
100% Local. No Foam. No Dyes. Never Bleached.
Creative Director + CEO
Puttkemery received a BFA from OCAD University in 2007 in Criticism and Curatorial Practice, providing her with a trained understanding of contemporary art practices. Her art background can be sited in her keen sense of colour, her refined sense of balance, and her ability to execute large creative installations. Post Grad, Puttkemery was the head designer at Wild North Flowers for 3 years and has freelanced for many reputable floral designers. Puttkemery has been designing for 7+ years.
SLF was born out of the urge to be self-sufficient, to be creatively unhinged, and to forge a path that honours a deep love for nature. Follow along with Smells Like Flowers on Instagram (@smellslikeflowers_) for all of their latest creative endeavours.
Bethany Rose Puttkemery (she/her)
Clip taken from our feature on County Blooms.