Botanical Studio by Kelly Eileen FAQ’s
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Botanical Studio by Kelly Eileen is a foam-free floral and botanical design studio in Apex, North Carolina. I create seasonal, sculptural arrangements, living botanical compositions, and outdoor container gardens for homes, gatherings, and businesses across the Triangle.
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The studio is based in Apex, NC, and serves the greater Triangle area, including Cary, Morrisville, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, and Pittsboro.
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Every arrangement is designed and made by me, Kelly Eileen. The Botanical Studio is a one-woman studio, so each piece is shaped by the same hands from start to finish.
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My work is seasonal, sculptural, and intentional, with a quiet, editorial feel. Although I traditional bouquets, I lean towards my cut arrangements arranged based on ikebana principles: line, negative space, and letting a few stems speak clearly. Typically both options are available.
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Yes. Botanical Studio by Kelly Eileen is a fully foam-free florist in Apex, NC. I never use floral foam in any arrangement.em description
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Floral foam is a single-use plastic material that breaks down into microplastics and does not biodegrade. It has been standard in the floral industry for decades, but it ends up in landfills and waterways. I chose to build my studio without it.
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I use traditional floral mechanics: kenzan (a Japanese pin frog), reusable chicken wire, and careful structural design. These methods let stems drink freely from fresh water, which often helps flowers last longer.
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Yes. I offer $15 flat-rate delivery throughout the Triangle, including Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, and Pittsboro. Other areas available for delivery with an additional charge.
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Yes. In-studio pickup is available in Apex, NC. Some items, including select stone vessels, are available for pickup only.
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I typically have living centerpieces available each week, however for fresh cut flowers, I like to source those as close to pick up as possible. Accordingly, I recommend ordering at least 7 days ahead. For holidays, events, and corporate orders, please reach out 2 weeks in advance, as studio availability is limited.
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You can reach me at kelly@botanicalstudiobykellyeileen.com or (984) 406-4668.
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For living centerpieces, same day delivery is available. For fresh cut flowers, generally a one day notice is needed.
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Yes. The Botanical Studio offers a flower refill service, bringing fresh seasonal stems to your home or office on a regular schedule.
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Yes. My Corporate Program serves Triangle businesses with reception arrangements, event florals for gatherings, and team and client gifting.
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Yes. I design and plant seasonal outdoor containers for porches, entries, and patios throughout the Triangle, with ongoing seasonal refreshes available through the Container Club.
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Yes. The shop carries a curated collection of vessels, including bud vases, stone vases, and ikebana containers, chosen to work beautifully with foam-free designs.