My name is Caitlin, and I’m the floral artist behind My Foraged Life, a practice that grew gently, almost without me realising, during the early years of motherhood. Before flowers, I was a full-time primary school teacher, a role I still hold part-time. But when our children were small, something shifted. I craved slowness—something I could shape with my hands and heart, a rhythm I could return to. It was a way I could be present with them, sharing their days and the small moments that matter most.

Here on our little farm in West Gippsland, on the hill we call Illalangi, I found that rhythm in the garden. Together with my husband Rich, our two children, and our sleepy Border Collie Oakey, we spend most of our days outdoors, letting nature guide the pace. It’s here that I grow, gather, and dry all the blooms I use without chemicals, dyes, or anything that takes away from their natural charm.

Most days, you will find me in the Flower Studio, surrounded by bunches of hanging everlastings, vintage treasures, and the faint scent of lavender and strawflower. It’s not grand, but it’s full of life, with family always nearby, music playing, feet tapping along to the beat, and petals, stems, and a beautiful mess scattered underfoot.

My work is slow and seasonal. I let the flowers speak. A twist in the vine, a stillness in the petals—these details shape the pieces I create. Every wreath, bouquet, or bundle carries a story of place, of care, and of time well spent.

This is more than creating with flowers. It is a way of being present, of honouring the everyday magic around us, and of sharing a little piece of that with you.

I hope you can join me on this little flower journey!