Flora Design Studio

12/13/2025

Stop by tomorrow from 10-2pm and pickup a paint kit for the perfect relaxing Saturday evening.

12/03/2025

Check out these beautiful fresh magnolia wreaths, offering these at a great price! Our pre-order window is open until Friday, 12/05 at 12pm. They will be ready for pick-up the week of the 15th. These are a beautiful gift and you can dry them to keep out all winter season!

10/27/2025

A few of the beauties that went out over the weekend!

10/11/2025

LOVE the transition into fall tones and textures! Come on sweater weather!!!

10/02/2025

Be still my beating heart!!

08/21/2025

A little something that is happening this week!

Let’s give Julie some love as she heads to Arkansas this week to represent IL and ISFA in the Mid-America Cup Competition! You Go Julie!!

Julie Odum-ICPF/ISFA
Senior Florist, University of Illinois
Owner, Flora Design Studio-Mahomet, Illinois

Julie Odum brings over 25 years of experience in the floral industry, combining aristic excellence with refined craftsmanship. As the Senior Florist for the esteemed University of Illinois, Julie blends her unique artistic vision and expertise to serve a wide range of high-profile clients visting the University of Illinois. Her and her team’s work is a trusted representation of the University’s prestige and hospitality.

Julie is also the owner of Flora Design Studio in Mahomet, Illinois, where her designs reflect a distinct blend of aristry and elegance. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Illinois, and her background in fine art profoundly influences her design aesthetic, resulting in floral compositions that are both expressive, innovative, sophisticated and created with deep-rooted craftsmenship.

A long-standing member of the Illinois State Florist Assocation, one of the oldest and most recognized floral assocations in the county, Julie has pushed her artistic limits by competing in the Judy Borah Land of Lincoln Cup and the ISFA Designer of the Year competition, taking first place in every category throughout the years. Recently, Julie earned the distinguished title of the Illinois Designer of the Year for 2025 on the 120th anniversary of the association, a testament to her creativity, techincal excellence and dedication to her craft. It is a true honor to represent the Illinois State Florists’ Association and the University of Illinois in the coveted Mid America Cup Competition.

Julie is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning and actively pursues continuing education opportunities to stay at the forefront of floral trends, techniques, and industry innovations. Equally committed to giving back, she invests her time and expertise in mentoring emerging designers, fostering growth, confidence, and professionalism in the next generation of florists. Through workshops, one-on-one mentorship, and community involvement, Julie plays a vital role in elevating the local floral industry and ensuring its vibrant future.

06/27/2025

Now, this is how you say “Happy Birthday!!” Wowzers!!!😍💐

06/05/2025

Just a quick reminder, we are closed for a long weekend to attend Camp Breastie in Honesdale, PA. A time for connection, community, sharing and some fun too! Check out to learn about all the amazing things they do to support women with breast and gynecological cancers.

05/11/2025

For my motherless friends on Mother’s Day, know that you are seen and deeply loved. In memory of my mother and grandmother, I’ll have our flower bar set up from 12:30-2:00pm tomorrow in honor of Mother’s Day. These flowers are in remembrance, they are a simple gesture of gratitude. So if you’re missing your mom, please stop by and grab a couple complimentary blooms in memory of your first love. ♥️

05/02/2025

Our Mother’s Day pre-order is now open! Send some love to mom with a beautiful floral arrangement or one of our popular porch pots or hanging baskets! We will be delivering on Friday, May 9th and Saturday, May 10th. Available for pickup orders on Saturday as well. Plenty of cute gifts in our shop too!

04/15/2025

Please place your prom orders right away!! We are closing orders on Wednesday, 04/16 @ 8pm. This is our final extension. We need time to place our orders with our suppliers. Order online, link in our bio. 💐

04/11/2025

A friendly reminder that prom orders are due this weekend! Please order online on our website. Lots of options to choose from!