The White Violet

The White Violet I offer one of a kind designs, workshops & accept custom orders. Hosting an intimate event or want help with holiday decor? I can help. Thank you for stopping by.

The White Violet is a NJ floral design studio specializing in professionally designed faux floral arrangements created using high quality, realistic botanicals. Hi I'm Sue, the artist behind The White Violet, a boutique floral business specializing in one of a kind, hand crafted, faux flower arrangements. Launched in 2018, The White Violet has given me the opportunity to turn my lifelong passion f

or flowers, nature, and whimsy into something real that others can enjoy. I design for both individual and corporate clients, from small desktop sized arrangements to large pieces for lobbies and storefronts. I also teach hands on floral workshops where participants can learn how to design their own floral arrangements that they can then take home. As an experienced floral artist, having both trained and worked in floral design, my goal is to create floral decor that is both beautiful and long lasting. By using high quality faux, preserved and sola wood materials, I am able to create floral decor pieces that meet these goals and more. Every floral stem utilized in my designs are hand selected for their quality, uniqueness and visual interest. When choosing materials to work with I not only consider quality and aesthetic appeal, but also whether or not the material is eco-friendly and sustainable. My goal is to incorporate sustainable, VOC and toxin free, vintage and/or recycled components, in some form, into each of my designs and/or packaging, as I believe it is important to create mindfully. Please see my website @ https://www.thewhitevioletnj.com/ for more information, including photos of my work and to inquire about custom orders.

08/11/2026

Why I’m a fan of ETSY (and yes I’m a seller too)!

Sometimes finding just the right stems for a project isn’t easy. And preserved botanicals are quite tricky indeed!

Things like dried Lunaria (silver dollar), bleached Italian Ruscus, and bleached Pampas Grass (in just the right length) aren’t particularly easy to source locally. Thankfully there are many excellent sellers on Etsy that you can choose from that not only have beautiful flowers, but package them carefully to help ensure that your delicate stems arrive in tact and ready to use.

For those wondering where I purchased my stems from, here are the Etsy shop names:

Leemonoso Dried Flowers
ArtsquareTias Dried Flower
MariFiori Decor

Keep in mind that the shorter the distance your preserved flowers have to travel, the higher the likelihood that they will arrive in excellent condition. Enjoy!

Make no mistake, these faux stems are a far cry from what people of when they think “silk” flowers!Botanically accurate,...
07/10/2026

Make no mistake, these faux stems are a far cry from what people of when they think “silk” flowers!

Botanically accurate, and just gorgeous. The real touch blush roses will have you asking how it’s possible to look and feel so real.

Permanently set into this simple but perfect white ceramic compote, this centerpiece will turn your head every time you walk by it! Now those are the types of flowers I absolutely love working with!

Fall florals are in full swing right now in the workshop, and the trend thus far seems to be EARLY shopping! It’s exciti...
07/09/2026

Fall florals are in full swing right now in the workshop, and the trend thus far seems to be EARLY shopping! It’s exciting when new pieces sell out quickly and I’m working to restock on a rolling basis. So if you see something you love, don’t hesitate!

My pieces are all one of a kind, professionally designed to last beautifully, for years to come.

I think I’ve decided that fall is my favorite season. 🍂🍁Always excited to create pieces for my fall collection which wil...
06/25/2026

I think I’ve decided that fall is my favorite season. 🍂🍁

Always excited to create pieces for my fall collection which will be available in my ETSY shop soon. I’m also currently booking custom orders for fall items, with delivery dates approximately 3-4 weeks out. If you’re interested in having something made just for you don’t hesitate to reach out, the sooner the better, to help guarantee availability of fall (or winter) stems. The early bird definitely gets the worm! 😉

Cream & green - a simple color palette that is:• Timeless• Beautiful• Sophisticated • VersatileWhenever a client wants s...
06/10/2026

Cream & green - a simple color palette that is:

• Timeless
• Beautiful
• Sophisticated
• Versatile

Whenever a client wants something that looks fresh, beautiful, and can remain in a space throughout the seasons, I always return to the timeless combination of cream and green. You really can’t go wrong.

Pictured is a round, medium sized centerpiece, featuring cream peonies & ranunculus, hydrangea, eucalyptus, & allium.

Realistic, high quality faux, professionally designed & made to last.

06/02/2026

Meanwhile, inside my head…

Today I wanted to take a moment to reflect on my journey as not only a faux florist, but a small business owner. I start...
05/29/2026

Today I wanted to take a moment to reflect on my journey as not only a faux florist, but a small business owner.

I started The White Violet in September of 2019 for many reasons, and the past 7 years have brought both personal and professional growth, frustration, excitement, and opportunities. Looking back at what started as an idea and a love for mason jars has developed into a desire to bring faux floristry into homes and businesses alike, and share the craft with others through hands on floral workshops.

As a small business owner I've learned how to navigate social media (a bit), develop a website & take my own product photos (still learning), rebrand, do my books, market my business, and ride out dips in the economy when spending on nice to have things just isn't a priority for people. I've seen faux flowers flood big box stores from Pottery Barn to Target, and everything in between.

But I believe I offer something different, which is personalized service only a small business can offer. I hand select every single stem used in my florals. I use florist first design principles to create as a fresh florist would, utilizing proper floral mechanics to make sure that every piece leaving my studio is built to last for years to come. I refuse to use faux florals that look like plastic or have an unnatural color. My goal is to create something that looks natural and believable, something you want to display. As many of you know I was hired by Barnes & Noble Booksellers as one of their primary freelance designers to create installations for their new store openings nationwide. It has been a privilege to work with them these past few years as they rebrand and relaunch!

Last but not least, I do love to teach! Workshops take place a few times a year, by request for groups of 8 - 40. These are fun, interactive, hands on events where I walk you through the principles of floral design and teach you how to create your own floral masterpiece. I am hoping to pivot my business a bit in the coming year so that workshops occur more regularly hosted directly via The White Violet. Goals!

Here's hoping for another 7+ years of floral design!

Address

Mountainside, NJ
07092

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The White Violet posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category