Shade Studio

28/08/2026

It’s no secret that watercolours are my favourite painting medium. I adore how organic and fluid they can be. They fit my floral and gardening style perfectly. Join me on Sunday 20th September for a slow, soft and intentional morning exploring watercolours. I will guide you through the process of creating your own artwork inspired by the Tulip. My ultimate dream is to have us all outside (weather permitting), painting between the rows and enjoying the mara in its early spring glory.

Further details and tickets can be found on my website www.shadestudio.co.nz 💚

21/08/2026

You’re warmly invited to the second Spring edition of Shade Studio Saturdays. There will be no formal tour — just a hand-drawn map and the invitation to explore at your own pace. I’ll be there — in the field — if you’d like to speak about seasonality, what’s coming up and what’s being tended to behind the scenes.

Expect a warm welcome, tea, coffee and pastries, fresh market bunches and a selection of plants for sale. I hope to see you ton the farm 🌞

Saturday 19th September, 10am-12pm

Tickets and further details can be found on my website www.shadestudio.co.nz/gather

08/08/2026

A moment for Icelandic Poppies. The one you can trust to brighten these winter days 🌈

23/07/2026

(Giveaway now closed) To celebrate Shade Studio’s 3rd birthday and to thank my local community for the support over the past 3 seasons, I am giving away 1 x Spring Tulip Subscription, valued at $180. The winner will receive a 15 stem market bunch of tulips delivered fortnightly over a six week period, beginning in August. The exact start date will be announced closer to the time — it all depends on Papatūānuku. This subscription allows you to experience the tulip season up close, from start to finish. I can't wait to share it with you. 🌷🌷

To enter:
- Like this post
- Follow Shade Studio on Facebook
- Tag a friend or whānau member who appreciates local flowers (every tag counts as an entry)

Entries close 2nd August, good luck!
But if you aren't wanting to chance it, there are still subscriptions available for purchase on my website - shadestudio.co.nz

T&Cs:
Entries close 8pm on Sunday 2nd August 2026 and the winner will be announced on our stories and contacted by Shade Studio. The winner must live within our delivery zones of Putāruru and Tīrau townships or be able to collect from the flower farm. The prize is not transferable but can be gifted to a friend/whānau member living locally if you do not. This giveaway is in not associated, affiliated or endorsed by Facebook, Meta.

19/07/2026

Any excuse for a picnic in the mara 💚

13/07/2026

My Spring Tulip Subscription is now live 🌷🌷 This is your chance to experience tulip season up close, from my field to your vase. Join in and I'll deliver a 15-stem market bunch to your door, fortnightly for six weeks, beginning in August - exact start date depends on Papatūānuku.

For more details head to

Seasonal bunches of Tulips delivered to your doorstep. Available for Putaruru and Tirau local residents. Enjoy sustainable, locally grown cut flowers.

13/07/2026

Tulips, the flower that signals changing seasons, warmer days and new beginnings. I am looking forward to seeing you very soon 🌷🌷

15/06/2026

Growing healthy, strong, seasonal flowers 🌱

06/05/2026

A real pinch me moment 🤎

05/05/2026

For my local Mum’s 🌸🍬💓

🌸 MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY 🌸

Who wants to spoil Mum this Mother’s Day? 💝
We have a beautiful bunch of flowers from Shade Studio plus delicious chocolates to give away — the perfect way to make her day extra special!

To enter:
💐 Like this post
💐 Tag someone who deserves to win.

Winner drawn Sunday morning just in time for Mother’s Day!
Good luck! 💛