April and Team

Staff Group Picture by Monica F Hewitt Hillsborough Sheffield

 

April Creative Director and wedding Coordinator

April Creative Director and wedding Coordinator

April joined the business in 2009 on a work placement and this is where she found her true calling in life. She quickly worked her way up through the ranks, finally taking over the business in 2019. She has since graduated with her masters in floristry gaining the highest qualification in her industry. As the owner April wears many hats, you can often find her in the shop, setting up at events, creating the weird and wonderful as well as admin but no matter what the job she is always willing to get stuck into anything that comes her way and loves to take on a challenge. As our wedding coordinator she loves helping our couples bring their dream day to life with her knowledge and creative ideas on all things floral. April always strives to put a personal touch of everything she does be it weddings or funerals and nothing is too much trouble. April is happiest when creating the unusual and figuring out the logistics, but the best part of her job is to see her team thrive and grow, as they are the foundations of this amazing business.


Annie Senior Florist

Annie Senior Florist

Annie found the business back in 1972 and has dedicated herself to it ever since. She has mentored some of the highest qualified florists in Sheffield and has a vast range of knowledge and experience under her belt. Her day-to-day consists of all thing’s floristry, she keeps the shop looking amazing and is always coming up with out of the box ideas. Annie takes great pride in creating beautiful funeral tributes, she particularly specialises in bespoke funeral designs. You will often see Annie in the shop and out and about setting up weddings, she always goings above and beyond in everything she does.

Jasmine Floral Manager

Jasmine Floral Manager

Jasmine joined the team as an apprentice in 2015 and is now our floral manager. Her daily tasks involve working with the amazing team, keeping our website up to date and the shop running like clockwork. She is a natural organizer and everything from weddings to orders has a home. As Jasmine is the other half of our wedding coordination team, she will often be the one on the other side of emails/phones and as your personal helping hand to achieve your perfect day. Jasmine is happiest when creating stunning wedding designs particularly if it involves lots of foliage and interesting textures. Jasmine is a true asset, and her future will no doubt be bright.


Lucy Florist

Lucy Florist

Lucy became part of the team in 2018 as an apprentice and now thrives within the business. She is creative, knowledgeable, and inspirational. Her day consists of creating beautiful bouquets/ arrangements and looking after our amazing customers, she also has a natural flair for wedding designs especially an impressive top table display. Lucy also manages our Instagram page and always keeps us up to date with the latest trends. She is happiest when she can show off her creative skills and is given free rein, especially if there is no budget involved. Lucy loves all things natural and lavish.


Gemma Florist

Gemma Florist

Gemma joined the team in 2008 as an already very experienced florist, from day one she fit into the team as if she’d always been here and slowly became known as our cakey mum, always providing us with sweet treats. Her daily tasks include creating stunning gifts, funerals and nipping off with the odd delivery. Gemma thrives during peak periods as she’s a true multitasker, making bouquets, chatting to customers, and keeping staff moral high.


Dawn Floral Shop Assistant

Dawn Floral Shop Assistant

Dawn became part of the team in 2021 after being made redundant during the lockdown. She has always had a passion for floristry and has finally been able to pursue her dream career whilst working along slide her daughter April. She instantly fit into the team and has truly taken on the role of mother, looking after us all and keeping our workspaces neat and tidy. Her day-to-day tasks include taking orders, creating beautiful bouquets, and completing her on-the-job training. Dawn is happiest when being creative, she loves to think outside the box and is always coming up with new ideas and design concepts.


Mr Jim Official shop companion

Mr Jim Official shop companion

Mr Jim started coming to work during lockdown to keep April company and has worked every day since, he has won the hearts of the team and many customers who often bring him tasty treats. He loves the attention and getting lots of cuddles throughout the day. Jimmy likes to join April in her many wedding consultations as he loves to curl up by your feet in front of the heater. You will often find Jimmy napping on the job but will always make an effort to say hello.


About

Monica F Hewitt Florists in Sheffield has established a reputation for excellence since 1971 and is still an independently run business today.

As the leading florist in Sheffield, we are committed to providing customers with the highest quality of service. Creativity, variety, and quality are the foundation for our unique floral gifts, wedding flowers and funeral tributes.

We are situated in Hillsborough, a busy suburb of Sheffield. This allows for daily flower deliveries in the Sheffield, Barnsley, and Rotherham area, including same day delivery on orders received by 12 Noon GMT where possible.

We accept PayPal and all major credit, debit and American Express cards.