Say “Hey” to Sophia Eliana (she/her), a Denver-based creative powerhouse who wears many hats—florist, touring folk musician, and dance instructor. Originally hailing from the serene coasts of Monterey, California, Sophia’s journey in floral design took root in the fertile fields of Downeast Maine at Salt Farm Flowers, a sustainable specialty cut flower farm.
Nowadays, when Sophia Eliana is away from her floral bench at Petals & Pages Denver, you can find her leading “Bookstore Burlesque” or singing ethereal melodies on farms with baby sheep (really!). Cultivating creative communities of patience, empowerment, and inclusivity is integral to her teaching philosophy.
We’re beyond thrilled to team up with Sophia Eliana for Shrooms & Blooms II, happening Sept. 8, 2024, in Aurora, Colorado. This edition of our Backyard Botanicals Workshop.Series will feature Sophia Eliana’s expert instruction on how to make a dreamy flower crown for fall. Join us for a morning of being treated like the queen you are at Shrooms & Blooms II: The Brunch Edit. Grab your ticket by Sept. 5th to secure your spot!
In the meantime, let’s get to know Sophia Eliana a little better!
Fast Facts:
Born in: Monterey, CA
Now Resides in: Denver, CO
Birthday: December 20
Sign: Sagittarius
Fun Fact: Sophia’s creativity runs deep in her family—her grandmother was not only a florist but also a balloon artist!
14 Questions for Sophia Eliana
Ask me about lamb watching on Mount Desert Island.
I need more peonies in my life.
And less 5 o’clock traffic.
RN, I’m LOVING picnics at Wash Park.
Advice I’d give to my 10-year-old self: Prioritize joy in everything you pursue, and all else will fall into place as it should.
My favorite way to unwind is cuddling with my mini Aussie, Winston (pictured above).
This year, my focus is on building a community of loving artists.
In a world of moths, be a butterfly.
Designing with flowers is healing.
When I’m feeling stuck, I go outside and stare at the clouds.
You’d be surprised to learn I lived in Valencia, Spain, for a year.
My mantra right now is follow the path of least resistance.
My favorite flower to work with is Blush Ruffled Lisianthus (pictured below). The blooms are so delicate in appearance, but the flowers are so resilient. Their stems are also incredibly soft and gentle to process.
You’re a creative female entrepreneur who’s successfully forging her own path ahead. Can you share one lesson you learned the hard way that might help others who are trying to follow their passions? Never second guess your gut feeling! As a female musician in a predominantly male industry, I’ve often had my capabilities as an artist underestimated. But at the end of the day, no one knows you better than you know yourself. I wish I had learned sooner about the power of letting negative comments roll off my shoulders. Nothing fuels me more than proving a misogynist comment wrong.
Recs from Sophia:
To Read: Milk Fed by Melissa Broder
🎧 To Listen: Living Thing by Anna Tivel
📺 To Watch: Fantasmas by Julio Torres
📱 To Follow: @klearlysav – an incredibly kind and talented photographer and florist.
Find Sophia @
Website: www.sophiaeliana.com
Instagram: @thesophiaeliana
Email: [email protected]
Listen to: Her debut album, Pears & Honey, on all streaming platforms.
Don’t miss Sophia at our Shrooms & Blooms Backyard Botanicals Workshop. Grab your ticket by Sept. 5th to secure your spot!
