Daily Inspiration: Meet Marie Bowdish

Today we’d like to introduce you to Marie Bowdish.

Hi Marie, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today.
I have always had a love for crafting. Whether I was making my family and friends gifts or DIY-ing projects throughout my home, I always believed that I could learn something new and make beautiful things. Even if I wasn’t good at something at first, I continued to develop my skills, oftentimes through extensive research and practice. I truly believe that one can never stop learning, and I strive to apply that in all aspects of my life.

While planning my own wedding, I began to design my wedding floral. As per my usual DIY projects, I started with research and planning. I then purchased my desired flowers and necessary equipment and got to work. Though my initial motivation was budget-related, I quickly grew to enjoy the process of constructing a design and seeing it come to life. From building the physical structure from scratch to carefully selecting palettes and textures, I became more and more fascinated with the art of floristry. After my wedding, brides began to ask about renting my floral, and I was floored. I hadn’t realized that others could love my work as much as I did, and that’s when I decided to begin Everbloom!

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
When it comes to being a new florist with no formal training, there are struggles in learning how to construct proper designs. I have had to educate myself on the various materials, bases, and supporting structures that all go into creating beautiful floral pieces.

Though I have researched a lot, “trial and error” often become my greatest teacher. While it can be difficult at times, I truly enjoy getting to make designs for my clients, especially if it’s something I have never done before. I look at it as a learning experience where I get to add new skills to my florist “toolbox.”

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
Everbloom is a Colorado-based small business that offers fully customized silk and preserved floral rentals. Not only does silk floral provide a budget-friendly option, but it is also sustainable as it can be reused. I am passionate about providing sustainable floral designs for all events, and with Everbloom, this is possible for a fraction of typical fresh floral costs. I am thrilled to get to know my clients, understand their vision, and utilize my growing knowledge to deliver their dream floral designs!

“Everbloom: Your Dream Blooms, Reimagined and Repurposed”.

What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
Passion and determination are fundamental to my success as a florist.

If you love what you do, I believe that it will show through your work. I also firmly believe that if you are determined to take the necessary steps to better yourself, your skills, and your business, despite any fears or setbacks, you can be unstoppable!

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everbloom.events/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087989521118 

Image Credits
Laura Lee Photo, Film Steph, Mathena Photo, and Everbloom by Marie Bowdish