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New Beginnings from The About Flowers Blog

December 30, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo 1 Comment

Ready for the new year? We are too! Time for new adventures, new ideas, and more reasons to celebrate with flowers! Here is an article about 2016 floral inspiration from our friends at SAF’s blog, aboutflowersblog.com.

Old Rituals and New Beginnings
by J. Robbin Yelverton

Celebrations are used to mark significant dates and occasions and New Year’s Eve is certainly no new face to the party! In fact, the celebration of Winter Solstice and the beginning of the New Year is one of the oldest. For most Westerners, that day of celebration has evolved and moved from the original December 21 to the beginning of the Gregorian calendar, January 1^st. Other cultures celebrate the New Year on various dates, however, with all the diversity, there are some underlying themes. The New Year is seen as a time to set things straight, wash the slate, out with the old and in with the new, and reflection and renewal.

In recognition of the many symbols and rituals used to usher in the New Year, this arrangement has been carefully and thoughtfully created. A golden long and narrow rectangular container serves as the base of the design to represent the prosperity of the New Year…

To read the full article click the link below! And don’t forget to ask your local florist for an amazing arrangement to start your new year off right!

Designing With Mannequin Madness

May 6, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo 1 Comment

As visual designers, it’s no surprise that we want our shops to draw the eye. Mos of us depend on our visually appealing store front window displays and the pictures of our designs that show off our skills on social media.

Customers are instantly invited in by design, and what better way to showcase your floral abilities than with unique displays from Mannequin Madness.

Recycled Art
Judi Henderson, owner of Mannequin Madness, turned an idea into a business when she found mannequins on Craigslist.

Quickly, her business of selling, renting and repurposing used mannequins turned from an inventory of 50 to 500. What’s unique about Henderson’s business is her use of mannequins as decorative pieces in floral arrangements and even as Christmas trees.

Design Madness
The company’s Pinterest has many floral ideas using mannequins and offers inspiration for customers in the floral industry.

“Many florists use my products for floral centerpieces, holiday arrangements, and fashion forward flower displays,” Henderson said.

Henderson believes that a shop’s display is an important aspect of a flower shop in order to draw customers into a sale.

“Displays catch attention which then turn to high impulse purchases,” she said. “Florists are competing with online all the time, this makes them unique. Your window is a 24-hour ad.”

From heads to torsos to full forms, Mannequin Madness has everything a florist needs to create a truly original work of art for their storefront.

Whether it’s a holiday tree dress display or an arrangement on a mannequin for a modern affair, look no further than Mannequin Madness!

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Happy Floral Design Day!

February 27, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

At Flower Shop Network, we love our members and we wanted to take a little time today to tell you that we are blown away by all the art you share with us on our blog and Facebook page. Keep doing what you do because local florists ROCK!

Pictures starting from top left going clockwise:

Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop from North Salem, IN

Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. from Victoria, BC

Jocelyn’s Floral Inc. from Cedar City, UT

Oran’s Flower Shop from Kingston, TN

Petals in Thyme from Wasaga, ON

A&A Floral Arts from Chicago, IL

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Creative Design for a ‘Close-Knit’ Community

February 20, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo 1 Comment

We often get stories from our florists about special arrangements they create for their customers. One unique arrangement created by the folks at City Trading Post in Winona, Mississippi has intrigued the community and showcases how this florist commemorates a fellow neighbor.

James H. “Doobie” Palmertree was the owner of the Palmertree Fence Company and passed away in early January. Known throughout the community, Linda Montague, owner of City Trading Post, knew she had to create something special when his family approached her for a funeral arrangement.

According to Linda, her flowershop is known for doing personalized arrangements and this order was no different. But there was one problem–Linda was away at a conference.

“I was in Alabama at a show and my son, who works on the pipeline, took the call,” Linda said. “He said, ‘Ma, I think I can handle this.'”

Curtis Montague helped his mother create a chainsaw 3D arrangement. For this creation he used styrofoam, pipe cleaners, a PVC pipe, and an actual blade cover donated by a local small engine repair shop that knew Palmertree. The shop created both a chainsaw arrangement and a picket fence arrangement for Palemertree’s funeral service.

The Montague family is no stranger to Linda’s flowershop business. Both her sons, who work on the pipeline, have been known to help around the shop every now and then. Linda’s daughter also helps out by decorating the windows and running the Facebook page.

City Trading Post has created many unique arrangements, like the chainsaw, for customers. From a pack of Juicy Fruit Gum to football jerseys made of flowers, this flower shop has done it all and is always looking for a new challenge.

City Trading Post enjoys showcasing their artistic abilities, but the ultimate goal, according to Linda, is to create something that represents the loved one and can bring the family together.

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Friday Florist Recap 1/17-1/23: A Fond Farewell

January 23, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

This 2015, we are making some changes to our blog and Facebook page, starting with the Friday Florist Recap. Don’t worry, we will be bringing new and exciting posts that will get you involved! It’s been so much fun seeing all the completely different designs every day. We hope you enjoy these final favorites and keep a look out for new posts on our Facebook and Blog!

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Wedding

Gorgeous wedding bouquets by Oran’s Flower Shop in Kingston, TN

Whimsical bridal bouquet by Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Sunny wedding bouquet by Oran’s Flower Shop in Kingston, TN

Special Occasion

Beautiful arrangement by Petals in Thyme in Wasaga Beach, ON

Lantern design by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Cheerful arrangement by Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY

Playful marsala arrangement by Petals in Thyme in Wasaga Beach, ON

A customer favorite arrangement with gift by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Sweet arrangement by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Beautiful party flowers by Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Romantic floral basket by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Baby basket arrangement by Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Exquisite design by Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY

Close up of gorgeous arrangement by Petals In Thyme in Wasaga Beach, ON

Cute butterfly accent arrangement by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Stylish urn arrangement by Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Sweet bouquet by Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY

Festive birthday arrangement by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Spongebob spray by Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Tropical design by Hobby Hill Florist in Sebring, FL

Premium spring basket by Central Square Florist in Cambridge, MA

Enchanting arrangement by Petals in Thyme in Wasaga Beach, ON

Get well soon floral bucket by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Rose arrangement with a forever rose keepsake by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Cheerful arrangement by Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Cheerful arrangement by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Bright and colorful arrangement by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Sweet baby arrangement by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Whimsical arrangement by Forget-Me-Not Flowers and Gifts in Chandler, TX

Pretty in pinks arrangement by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Gorgeous floral wreath by Hobby Hill Florist in Sebring, FL

Delightful plant arrangement by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Fun spring arrangement by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Gorgeous orchid arrangement by Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. in Victoria, BC

Beautiful bonnet floral arrangement by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Timeless arrangement by Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY

Two charming arrangements by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Lovely arrangement by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Colorful arrangement by Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY

Over 4 feet tall silk showcase piece by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Blooming basket arrangement by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Robbie Burns day design by Petals in Thyme in Wasaga Beach, ON

Sympathy

Sweet floral spray by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Colorful standing spray by A New Beginning Florist in Moore, OK

Timeless arrangement by Lexi Lu’s Flower Shop and Gifts in Lewistown, MO

Exquisite standing arrangement by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Beautiful arrangement by Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY

Elegant standing spray by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Elegant Standing Spray by Lexi Lu’s Flower Shop and Gifts in Lewistown, MO

Fantastic design by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Charming arrangement by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Exquisite standing spray by Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Lovely sympathy spray by Lexi Lu’s Flower Shop and Gifts in Lewistown, MO

Dear friend easel spray by Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Charming arrangement by Oran’s Flower Shop in Kingston, TN

Beautiful floral spray with owl accent by Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem

Beautiful casket spray by Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Elegant sympathy wreath by Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. in Victoria, BC

Elegant Spray by Oran’s Flower Shop in Kingston, TN

Grapevine wreath sympathy spray by Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Thank you to everyone who submitted! We hope you had as much fun designing and submitting your photos as we did looking at each creative design. Be sure to like us on Facebook and check back with the Bloomin’ Blog for new and exciting posts that you can get involved it!

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Friday Florist Recap 1/10-1/16: Elegant and Sweet

January 16, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

As the January chill begins, flowers are what warms the heart. The following arrangements range from birthday to thinking of you and each demonstrates each florists’ skill to bring on a smile through floral art. Check out this tour of beautiful arrangements that are sure to inspire!

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Special Occasion

Cheerful Succulent dish from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Happy Birthday sweetheart from Marshfield Blooms in Marshfield, MO

My sweet Valentine from Marshfield Blooms in Marshfield, MO

Delightful plant arrangement from Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Sweet Thinking of You flowers from Wilmas Flowers in Jasper, AL

Charming arrangement from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Dazzling thinking of you arrangement from Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Sympathy

Beautiful casket spray from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Beautiful standing spray in honor of a life of service to our country from Marshfield Blooms in Marshfield, MO

Stunning easle arrangement from Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Stunningly elegant sympathy spray from Marshfield Blooms in Marshfield, MO

Pretty standing spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Excuisite easel spray from Graden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Who knows what next week will bring? Be sure to like us on Facebook for even more beautiful floral designs. If you’re a florist, we want to feature YOUR favorite design of the week right here on the Friday Florist Recap!

Learn how to submit! | See past recap posts!

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Friday Florist Recap 1/3 – 1/9: A New Beginning

January 9, 2015 by Ed Belly Leave a Comment

January is here and so is the opportunity to start anew. These florists have embraced the new year with a gorgeous collection of floral arrangements and designs that can only make your day, week, month and year a little brighter. So join us on this floral tour as we start the year with a new beginning!

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Wedding

Elegant wedding display from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Special Occasion

Creative lobby design from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

A lovely flower basket from Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. in Victoria, BC

Close-up of lobby arrangement from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Lovely get well flowers from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Amazing arrangement from Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Beautiful arrangement from Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Bursting through the greenery with Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Colorful church arrangement from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Class reunion arrangement from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Excellent design from Garden Gate Gift and Flower Shop in North Salem, IN

Congratulatory arrangement for a baby boy at Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Exquisite foyer design from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Jar of flowers from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Fantastic tribute from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Lovely arrangement from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Pastel arrangement with orchid and roses at Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. in Victoria, BC

Stunning foyer design from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Splashes of white from Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. in Victoria, BC

Lovely sympathy piece from Tattered Leaf Designs Flowers & Gifts in Lyons, WI

Tropical color from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Tropical rose display from Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. in Victoria, BC

Winter white with Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Wonderful design from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Vintage container arrangement from Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd. in Victoria, BC

Sympathy

Elegant sympathy arrangement from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Gorgeous sympathy spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Excellent standing spray from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Fantastic standing spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Lovely standing spray from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Artistic sympathy piece from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Fishing themed standing spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Magnificent sympathy arrangement from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Patriotic standing spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Saying goodbye with BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Learn how to submit! | See past recap posts!

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Friday Florist Recap 12/27 – 1/2: Knocking On Winter’s Door

January 5, 2015 by Ed Belly Leave a Comment

Here is a stunning collection of beautiful blooms from across the country! These photos evoke images of the holiday season as well as the icy gorgeousness of winter. Florists are always doing their part to put the warmth in our hearts as the temperature continues knocking on winter’s door.

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Special Occasion Flowers

A beautiful New Year’s arrangement from A Pretty Flower in Chicago, IL

A slice of nature with BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

An explosion of color from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

A study in plaid with BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Colorful basket from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Arrangement with accessories at BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Dashing through the snow with Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Beautiful arrangement from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Gorgeous arrangement from A Pretty Flower in Chicago, IL

Evoking the season with BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Looking toward spring with Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Christmas elegance from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Keeping it clothed with BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Lovely piece from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Red and green with BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Seasonal centerpiece from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Winter arrangement from BlueShores Flowers & Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Sympathy Flowers

Beautiful spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Elegant standing spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Learn how to submit! | See past recap posts!

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Friday Florist Recap 12/20 – 12/26: Having A Merry Christmas!

December 29, 2014 by Ed Belly Leave a Comment

The holiday season is yet one more time of year florists get to shine. They make beautiful arrangements that speak to the emotions of the season and help evoke feelings of love and family sure to get everyone in the right mood. We’ve got a wonderful selection of beautiful arrangements for you this week guaranteeing that you are having a Merry Christmas!

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Wedding Flowers

Beautiful bridal design for a photo shoot from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Special Occasion Flowers

A birthday arrangement from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Adorable birthday flowers from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

A little bit of Christmas with Flowers For You, By Diana in Beeton, ON

Contemporary classic Pave design from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

A western Christmas from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Gorgeous in green with Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

All that glitters with Flowers For You, By Diana in Beeton, ON

Holiday beauty from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Championship bound with Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Personal holiday arrangement from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Fantastic holiday arrangement from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Silver bells with Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Frosted floral refreshment from Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Winter arrangement from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Finger corsage from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Youthful arrangement from Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Holiday arrangement from Flowers For You, By Diana in Beeton, ON

It’s Christmas at Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Christmas centerpiece from Front Porch Creations Florist in Crawfordville, FL

Keeping the holiday spirit with Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Lovely Christmas arrangement from Flowers For You, By Diana in Beeton, ON

Lovely winter arrangement with Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Presents on a present from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Snow-covered roses by Swannanoa Flower Shop in Swannanoa, NC

Sympathy Flowers

Amazing sympathy arrangement from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Lovely standing spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Standing spray with a football theme from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Sympathy spray from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Learn how to submit! | See past recap posts!

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Friday Florist Recap 12/13 – 12/19: Smiling Through The Snow Fall

December 19, 2014 by Ed Belly Leave a Comment

The Christmas season is officially upon us, and these florists do not disappoint. If you’re looking for a great gift, beautiful decoration or just a way to lift someone’s spirits, flowers from your local florist are always a great option. Take a look at the beautiful arrangements on display below and you’ll have one more reason to smile through the snow fall.