Flower of Scotland: Fife firm’s displays at Olympics

FLOWER displays and buttonholes designed by Fife florist Varrie Wardrope are being used at Scotland House on Pall Mall in London, where the Scottish Government is promoting the nation during the Olympic Games.

Celebrities including violinist Nicola Benedetti, golfer Colin Montgomerie and singer Emilie Sand will take part in promotional events at Scotland House, with agencies including Creative Scotland, Scottish Enterprise and VisitScotland touting their wares.

Wardrope, who has used thistles and white heather in her designs, said: “I love my job, I’m proud to be British and I’m passionate about Scotland. Scotland House is a true showcase to promote the very best of what we have to offer. I’m honoured to be part of this very exciting event.”

Sport minister Shona Robison added: “London 2012 is a huge opportunity to showcase Scotland to a global audience.”

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