Glorious blooms. Funky Flowers.

Spring flowers in All Saints Park, Eastbourne.
Photo by Lucia Carpio

This is a most beautiful time of the year when the days are longer and vibrant floral blooms bring a sense of optimism, even when the frustrated political climate threatens our sanity.  But the blooms won't last and we can capture the unique moments by photographing them for continuous admiration even after the flowers are gone.

Hydrangia Clock from the Funky Florals collection at Perkins & Morley.
Each clock is hand made and decorated in Pershore in Worcestershire, UK.

Over at Perkins & Morley, their 'Funky Florals' collection  - Made in the UK - showcase large overblown flowers against contrasting primary colour backgrounds bring the good vibes indoors.  Hydrangeas, lupins, pansies, poppies, tulips and marigolds are given a pop art makeover to produce a bold statement on cushions, mugs and clocks.

Tulip Cushion (45cm X 45cm) made in England from the Funky Florals Collection at Perkins & Morley.
Available in either faux suede or cotton linen options.

Marigold Mug from the Funky Floral mug range at Perkins & Morley.
Each ug feature different flowers shown in cropped detail.
The mugs are in fine bone china sublimation printed in West Cornwall, UK.

The funky designs were taken from lino cut artwork by Jill Perkins, who co-founded Perkins & Morley with designing partner Jan Morley.  The two have been a designing duo since 1987;  they both studied graphic design at Middlesex Polytechnic and have shared passions for art, design, travel and nature.