Sarah, owner of The Little Shed Flower Company Allen's Alley
be encouraged to go. ‘And Café Bouffon for oysters,’ Bruce calls after us as we head up the street. (We never make it here. Probably next time. Check their website. Trust me.) Downtown Stratford is made for walking: whether you’re keen on window shopping, finding good grub, or simply strolling along the riverbanks of the Thames. In no time we arrive at The Little Shed Flower Company, where we’re greeted by the shop’s lovely proprietor, Sarah. ‘I wish you’d have told me you were coming,’ she laments, perhaps a touch frazzled. ‘It’s really not a good time for photos. This past weekend’s weddings cleaned me out – I’ve got barely any fresh flowers left.’ Cai and I look around. And beg to differ. Indeed, everything about Sarah’s shop looks meticulously curated. And ripe for shooting. The eclectic collection of antique wooden shelving units and wardrobes, for instance – displaying everything from colourful scarves to scented candles. The century-old (and operational) brass cash register. The dried roots-turned-jewelry stand. Collections of custom flower-themed t-shirts. It’s all so good.
