Floral Designer Sarah Winward on the power of observation and bringing nature inside

By Motherly April 29, 2021

Celebrated floral designer Sarah Winward explains why we shouldn’t feel intimidated by flowers, how she learned to balance her career and kids, and why she wants us all to take a deeper look at the natural beauty that surrounds us. She also talked about how her decision to rent her own creative space was a game changer early in her career.

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