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The 4th of July is America’s favorite times to celebrate, and for good reason. It’s basically America’s birthday; who wouldn’t want to celebrate that?
This Independence Day, when you are visiting family and friends, take them a simple gift of affection with flowers. Red, white and blue flowers make the perfect hostess gift for any Fourth celebration. Your hard-working hostess will feel appreciated and can use the flowers to decorate for the celebration.
Contact your local florist and see just what all they’ve got in mind for the 4th! Find your favorite red, white and blue flowers!
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Weathered & Worn – The Perfect Look for a Rustic Wedding
Welcome in the worn look with these incredible wedding photos shared by Martha Sheldon Florist from Eastman, Georgia. From inviting wreaths to large elegant sprays to unique containers, this FSN florist knew how to capture a day of perfect rustic beauty.
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Sunflowers That Will Take Your Breath Away
Planning a summer or fall wedding and can’t dream of it without sunflowers? You’re in luck! Sunflowers have a long season which allows the flowers to be used for summer and fall weddings. Although most florists are able to order sunflowers year round, they are usually much more affordable when they’re used in season. The sunflower is the perfect statement piece, and are great for bouquets, arches, centerpieces and so much more. With so many placement options, they make flower planning a breeze.
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Facebook Friday: May Favorites
We recently started a Friday recap of all the wonderful posts and pictures from active florists on our Facebook Page. It’s been so much fun seeing all the completely different designs every day. We hope you enjoy these favorites and continue through to see more from each Friday this month:
 A’Bloom LTD, Walkersville MD |
 The Petal Patch, McFarland WI |
 Devine Designs, Fulton NY |
 MaryJane’s Flowers & Gifts, Berlin NJ |
 Vintage Garden Flowers, Fairfield CT |
 Crossroads Florist, Mahwah NJ |
See all Facebook Recap pictures in these posts:
- Florist Friday Recap 5/4 – 5/10: Prom & Mom
- Florist Friday Recap 5/11 – 5/17: Sweetly Spring
- Florist Friday Recap 5/18 – 5/24: Ready for Summer
- Florist Friday Recap 5/25 – 5/31: Patriotic Pride
FSN at the 2013 Louisiana State Florists Convention
Recently, Flower Shop Network had the wonderful opportunity to visit the Louisiana State Florist Association Convention for 2013! What a great show it was — the theme was Journey to Oz and you could definitely follow the yellow brick road to some absolutely stunning floral designs!
We are so proud of our member’s accomplishments at this year’s Louisiana State Florist Convention! Congrats to Connie LeBlanc of Hearts Desire Florist, Houma LA – 1st Place Louisiana Designer of the Year!
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Top 10 Best Smelling Flowers According To Florists
When was the last time you stopped and smelled the roses? Or the lilacs? Or the hyacinth? We asked those who would know best – our FSN florists! We had quite a response, but compiled a list of the top ten.
- 10. Hyacinth
- 9. Peony
- 8. Jasmine
- 7. Boronia
- 6. Lilies
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