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Creating A Butterfly Garden With Your Local Florist

January 31, 2012 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

Attract Butterflies With A Butterfly Garden Last week, while our team members were at the Florida State Florists’ Association Design Summit, they took a detour to visit one of our great member florist, Tim Ryan of Botaniq in Santa Rosa Beach Florida. Tim was in the middle of teaching a Butterfly Garden Workshop right there at his flower shop! You might be surprised at all the things local florists are doing these days to bring back the love of flowers in their community.

This isn’t Tim’s first workshop, he’s done: fresh cut flower arranging, orchid gardens, terrariums and more! Guests get together and learn what it takes to create a beautiful floral designs and gardens, as well as the techniques it takes to take care of them all. For the butterfly garden, guests will put together a beautiful planter filled with tasty plants for butterflies. Tim shows his workshop guests how to take their planter to the next level by adding river cane as a trellis. A simple technique that adds big impact!

So, watch Tim in action as he hosts his workshop in the video below!
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Filed Under: Design Technique Videos, Florist Spotlights Tagged With: DIY Floral Events, Floral Design Workshop, Florist Videos, Garden Decor, Gardening

The Holiday HotSpot: Your Local Flower Shop

December 16, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

If you haven’t taken the time to stop by your florist this season, what are you waiting for?? In addition to great holiday flowers and centerpieces, your local flower shop will also have unique holiday decor, the best poinsettias, gifts and most importantly, TONS of holiday inspiration!

The photo above is the inside of Trig’s Floral & Home in Minocqua, WI. You could walk around this store for days and still not see everything worth seeing! Here you can find the best in holiday gifts and decor, why would you need to go anywhere else?? This florist is a one-stop-shop for the season!

Need gift ideas? Check out this florist’s shop in McFarland, WI. The Petal Patch truly has something for everyone! Whether you need something for your niece, brother, or that friend who has everything, they’ve got your covered!

Creative Flower Shops And Their Latest Christmas Floral Designs

December 13, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

I have to admit, probably my favorite part of this job is looking at all of the beautiful pictures of flower arrangements posted on our Facebook wall every day. I am always astounded at the creative and out-of-the-box methods florists use to create incredibly unique holiday arrangements every year. No two are ever alike! The way florists keep it fresh every year stems from their creative abilities. I love these beautiful holiday flowers, and I know you will too…

The three pictures above are all from the talented Tom of Crossroads Florist in Mahwah, NJ. Tom decorates the lobby of the same hotel every week, and it always looks outstanding! These three are the holiday designs he’s created this year, and we LOVE how creative and unique they are! Instead of going with the traditional red and green, Tom has chosen small details of the season to highlight. The white and silver for winter; the cranberry and popcorn as hints of Christmas tree garland traditions, and the green tree ornaments mixed with mesh and star-like orchids. Fabulous work, Crossroads!

We can’t leave off this beautiful BLUE Christmas tree also shared with us by Tom at Crossroads Florist. Done for a large corporate lobby, this uniquely hued tree is sure to catch everyone’s attention! The blue used is so vibrant and vivid; we love it!

We love these festive, holiday centerpieces created by the talented designers at The Enchanted Florist in Asheville, NC. These designs feature the elegance of sleek, curved Calla lilies, mixed with the traditional Christmas cedar and a various of red ornaments. Janet, owner of The Enchanted Florist says, “Christmas Centerpiece doesn’t always have to be the same ole thing.” And she’s definitely right! These were for a corporate Christmas party in her city.

Shout Out To Some Very Awesome Florists

October 21, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell 2 Comments

Way To Go Florists!

Our member florists never cease to amaze me with their incredible talent for floral design. We saw where several of our florists recently got recognized for their talents and really want to give them a shout out!

Glendale Flowers – Best Florist

Glendale Flowers in Glendale AZ was voted Best Florist by Phoenix Magazine:

“Glendale Flowers has been the West Valley’s go-to florist since the 1930s. Owner Maureen Wilson marries traditional European arrangements with modern styling, much like Glendale Flowers’ historic but contemporary storefront. The craftsman bungalow is filled with beautiful greenhouse-quality foliage and brimming arrangements of premium flowers. Wilson’s favorites change daily — today it’s a tie between circus roses, lily of the valley and French tulips – so customers can expect reliably fresh ideas.”

Way to go Maureen and team!

Bentley Florist – Best of Burton (MI)

Congratulations to Bentley Florist in Burton MI for being voted best florist in the Best of Burton competition for local businesses. (photo right)

Blooms-A-Million – Best Florist / Best Wedding Florist

Blooms-A-Million in Pensacola FL was recently voted Best Florist AND Best Wedding Florist in Florida’s Best of the Coast competition by their local In Magazine.

Playa Del Rey Florist – Placed 5th in Best Florist of Los Angeles Hot List

There are a LOT of flower shops in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas, and we think it’s pretty amazing Playa Del Rey Florist ranked 5th in the Los Angeles Hot List.

North Raleigh Florist – Floral Design Winners / Designer of the Year

Wake Co Designer of the Year Competition

Two of North Raleigh Florist’s floral designers were recognized at the 2011 Wake County Florist Association Designer of the Year competition. Samantha Bunn (photo center), shop manager, won top honors and was named the Wake County Designer of the Year 2011 and received a $1,000 scholarship to further her education. Competitors were tasked with completing floral designs in the categories of bridal, sympathy, buffet centerpiece and surprise design in 90 minutes. Each contestant received the same flowers to complete their arrangements, which were judged on mechanics, color, texture, design, aesthetics and originality.

WAY TO GO FLORISTS!!

Are you or do you know a florist achieving great things in their community? Share your story with us!

Filed Under: Florist Spotlights, Florists Only Tagged With: Floral Design Competitions, Local Florists, Local Flower Shops

Florist Helps Lizard of Oz Come To Life To Better Her Community

October 14, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell 1 Comment

There’s something a little quirky about the town of Gulfport FL, with their Gecko Fest (yes, the lizard), art walks and more. A quote from the Gulfport Merchant Association‘s website says it all, “We’ve been called funky, eclectic, artsy, charming, progressive, welcoming, warm, and yes, even weird. We are a small town, but we have a big heart. It’s easy to make yourself at home here. Visit us and we think you’ll agree.”

(Definitely not in Kansas anymore)

It is this association that brings local businesses together to make big things happen in their community. Their biggest accomplishment is the beloved Gulfport Gecko Fest that attracts around 40,000+ people to their city every year. To kick off Gecko Fest they put on a unique play, always with a fun, gecko twist. This year’s theme was the Lizard of Oz.

One of our florists and Gulfport Merchant Association member did her part to help out with this fantastical event. Karen Lanigan of Karen’s Florist of Gulfport helped out with decorations for the set, the costumes and she was also in the cast as a living, 10 foot-tall apple tree! Now that’s community dedication!

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Filed Under: Florist Spotlights Tagged With: Florida Florists, Gulfport FL Florists, Local Florists

Free Flowers With A Catch for Good Neighbor Day

September 6, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

At Bentley Florist in Burton MI, they take the upcoming Good Neighbor Day (Sept. 7th) to heart. Steve Welch, owner of Bentley Florist, and his staff have teamed up with Michigan Warriors hockey team players, staff members, and even the mascot to promote the spirit of neighborly love in their county.

“We hope that the people of Genesee County will be able to get acquainted with new people or renew old friendships during Good Neighbor Day”, Welch said. “We hope to create a friendlier, more caring and compassionate world starting right here in our community”.

Bentley Florist will give away 3,500 roses in dozen bundles absolutely free, while supplies last, to anyone who visits the shop. There a catch though: anyone who picks up the roses will be asked to sign a promise to keep one rose for themselves and give the other 11 roses away to different people — in the spirit of neighborly friendship.

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Filed Under: Florist Spotlights Tagged With: Good Neighbor Day, Holiday Info, Michigan Florists

Flowers For Food At Posey Peddler

August 30, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

“Two Sundays ago, in our church bulletin was an announcement saying the Jonesboro Women’s Shelter was in dire need for food. That they were full to capacity with women and children and they needed help.” That is when Bridgette Arnold of Posey Peddler in Jonesboro, AR decided to take action.

Bridgette and her staff started a Flowers For Food program in their shop. For a bag of (10) groceries, customers received a bouquet of roses. “Food isn’t something they should have to think about, in this great country we have. And flowers are such a beautiful thing, and sometimes that can motivate someone to do something they normally wouldn’t have,” says Bridgette.

Posey Peddler - Florist Food Drive

“There’s just no reason for us to have hungry children here in Jonesboro, Arkansas. We are too blessed and too profitable.” She says she started the food drive because it’s the right thing to do.

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Filed Under: Florist Spotlights Tagged With: Florist Spotlights, Florists Achievements

Happy Anniversary Blooms A Million

July 29, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

We just got invited to a really cool event in Pensacola. Our good florist friend, Rodney, at Blooms A Million is celebrating his shop’s one year anniversary with a very exciting celebration!

To thank those who have helped make the shop a success, Blooms A Million is hosting a big party for their customers and friends. There will be hor d’oeuvres, door prizes, and 25% off your purchases during the time of the party.

The Blooms A Million event will be August 2nd from 4:00-7:00 P.M.
Target & Publix Shopping Center
1765 East Nine Mile Road Ste 6, Pensacola, Fl 32514.

If you are in the area, stop by this Pensacola flower shop and enjoy the party! No R.S.V.P. required!

We think this is a FANTASTIC idea for florists to open their doors and celebrate their shops along with their customers. Great job guys and

CONGRATULATIONS ON ONE SUCCESSFUL YEAR!

Filed Under: Florist Spotlights Tagged With: Florist Spotlights, Pensacola Florist

Southern Florist Recaps Biggest Floral Event of the Year – AIFD’s National Symposium

July 19, 2011 by Flower Shop Network Leave a Comment

Written by member florist, Shirley Carmack of Shirley’s Florist in Birmingham AL:

I have not been home from AIFD Symposium in San Francisco a week, and my head is spinning from the magnificent floral displays presented! Being a “white knuckle” flyer, it was a pretty big deal for me to get on a plane and fly across the United States to attend this — my first AIFD Symposium. I can not describe the excitement I was feeling by attending this event!

The theme of symposium this year was all about 60’s Flower Power. I am old enough that I actually lived through this era as a young teenager. The hotel, every restaurant, walkway, doorway, you name it was covered in flowers! Flowers were inside bookcases, stairwells, landings — even the back wall of the check-in desk was covered in foliage and anthuriums! I have honestly never seen anything like it.

The first reception I attended, everyone was dressed in 60’s hippie garb. Tie dyed T-shirts and pants, denim and leather jackets complete with fringe, bell bottom pants, and flowers, literally everywhere. I was dressed in jeans, tie dyed T-shirt, leather sandals and peace sign earrings. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Floral Conventions & Flower Shows, Floral Design, Florist Spotlights, Trends Tagged With: AIFD National Symposium, Florist Spotlights, Local Florists

Local Florist Showcases Peru Photography For A Good Cause

June 28, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

Scott Sella of Every Blooming Thing in Akron OH, along with photographer Michael Dunbar, are doing big things in their city to help with an even bigger cause.

On July 2nd, Every Blooming Thing will showcase a stunning series of photos by Michael Dunbar, taken on his recent trip to Peru.

“I was traveling to Peru in May and carried with me a heighten sensitivity of the difficult lives of many of the Peruvian people. While resting on a doorstep in the ancient Incan capital of Cuzco with my mother, a gentleman asked me for a donation to help children. He was so delighted with my contribution that he placed stickers on my jacket, shirt, backpack, and even mom! We all had an amazing journey through Peru and I kept one of the stickers. When I returned to Akron, Scott Sella of Every Blooming Thing asked me if I was interested in showing my photographs, I immediately decided to give all of the proceeds to the people that helped make our trip to Peru truly exceptional.”

Dunbar is donating all of the proceeds from sales of his photographs directly to REMAR-Peru, a division of the larger REMAR organization, which is a Spanish acronym for “Rehabilitation of Socially Rejected People.” Other businesses in the area are getting involved as well. The Market Path plans to sell handcrafted, fair-trade items from Peru and neighboring regions, while giving 10% back to the REMAR organization. Every Blooming Thing is also giving the 20% artist commission towards this worthy cause.

Sella, owner of Every Blooming Thing plans to keep the exhibit up until August. The opening reception will be on Saturday, July 2nd from 5:00-10:00 PM at the flower shop, 1079 West Exchange St. Akron, OH. View the Facebook Event here.

Filed Under: Florist Spotlights Tagged With: Akron OH Florists, Every Blooming Thing, Local Florists

Creating A Butterfly Garden With Your Local Florist

The Holiday HotSpot: Your Local Flower Shop

Creative Flower Shops And Their Latest Christmas Floral Designs

Shout Out To Some Very Awesome Florists

Glendale Flowers – Best Florist

Way to go Maureen and team!

Bentley Florist – Best of Burton (MI)

Blooms-A-Million – Best Florist / Best Wedding Florist

Playa Del Rey Florist – Placed 5th in Best Florist of Los Angeles Hot List

Florist Helps Lizard of Oz Come To Life To Better Her Community

Free Flowers With A Catch for Good Neighbor Day

Flowers For Food At Posey Peddler

Happy Anniversary Blooms A Million

Southern Florist Recaps Biggest Floral Event of the Year – AIFD’s National Symposium

Local Florist Showcases Peru Photography For A Good Cause

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