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How To Say “Happy Grandparents Day” To Grandma & Grandpa

In my family, grandparents rule the roost. The child in good with the grandparents need never want for another thing. They are protective, loving, gentle, and supportive. They rule their homes with iron fists and open hearts. I adore my grandparents and want only the best for them. We recently started celebrating Grandparents Day with them as a way of bringing the families together again during the year. My remaining grandmother and grandfather are in their early 80s. After that many years of receiving gifts for various occasions it gets kind of hard to give one that they’ll really like. I’ve figured out the answer for them though. I have decided to send flowers to my grandmother with a very sweet Grandparents Day card message attached. My grandfather, a farmer, is receiving a plant instead but with the same message of love.

Those not so skilled in verse may struggle to find the right way to say what is on their hearts. Grandma and Grandpa know that they are loved, but what combination of words expresses the depth of this love with any kind of fervor? What Grandparents Day card message says it all but in the space of a little enclosure card? Instead of spending hours looking for the perfect message, spend the day enjoying time with your grandparents. They’ll love the gift because you sent it, but a special message like those below help make it their favorite gift yet. With this list of Grandparents Day card messages compiled by local florists, it is easy to find the message that you need when sending flowers to grandma and grandpa.

Grandparents Day Card Messages

1)       The two of you must have been the inspiration for this special day. Happy Grandparents Day.

2)       A Loving Wish on Grandparents Day. To wish you a happy Grandparents Day and then remind you, too, how very, very much you’re loved Today and all year through!

3)       Among the sweetest memories Our hearts keep through the years, Are special things grandmothers say and do– Their tender hugs and words of praise, Their laughter and their loving ways Are joys that we recall our whole lives through. With more love and special thoughts than you could ever know.

4)       A zillion hugs just aren’t enough for grandparents who do such special stuff and always make me feel so very loved.

5)       It’s great to have a day that honors grandparents. It’s a wonderful chance to thank you for great times and feelings and lifelong gifts of your love.

6)       Thank you for telling me your stories and sharing your many years of experience and wisdom. I’m a better person for having learned from you. Happy Grandparents Day.

7)       A grandparent is a special part of all that’s cherished in the heart.

8)       Grandparents give the best hugs! Here’s one to wish you a Happy Grandparents Day.

9)       I love the way you love and the nice things that you do. I feel so very lucky just because you’re you!

10)     For You On Grandparents Day. It’s the perfect time to let you know how much you’re loved, how much you’re wished the best of everything.

You’re only halfway through! Read all 20 Grandparents Day enclosure card messages. Brought to you by Flower Shop Network.

What Can You Say With A Sweetest Day Card Message?

Herbert Birch Kingston had the right idea when he created Sweetest Day in 1922. It was his way of giving a sweet gift to those who were normally forgotten. Orphanages, the terminally ill and the disabled in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio received these gifts. What a heartwarming gesture from a special man! It has especially touched my heart which is why I have begun celebrating Sweetest Day by sending flowers or gift baskets to my friends. For me, it’s a way to let them know somewhat randomly that I care about them all year long and want the best for them.

It’s very easy to get lost in preparing Sweetest Day flowers and gifts, but the most endearing part of the presents is actually in the card message. Being not a wordy person when it comes to expressing emotion, this list of Sweetest Day card messages has proven to be very helpful. Because Sweetest Day celebrates sharing, here is a great list of Sweetest Day card messages prepared with the help of local florists.

A Sample of the Best Card Messages for Sweetest Day:

1)       This is Sweetest Day-a day inspired by the love and friendships we all cherish.

2)       You put the “sweet” in Sweetest Day.

3)       A wish for you on Sweetest Day. May you be as good and kind to yourself as you always are to everyone else!

4)       Because you are so special, so nice in every way. This brings you loving wishes for a happy Sweetest Day!

5)       Hope your Sweetest Day is sprinkled with all different kinds of happy!

Want a complete list of just the Sweetest Day enclosure card messages? View all 10, print and share with customers, or keep a list by your register. All card messages brought to you by Flower Shop Network.

FSN Surprise Visits Hollyhocks Flowers & Gifts

Hollyhocks Flowers & Gifts, St. Louis MO

Recently, while attending the SAF Growth Solutions Conference in St. Louis, Brock and Loranne Atwill, owners of Flower Shop Network, decided to pay a surprise visit to one of our member florists to see what was happening in her flower shop.

Susan Kenny, owner of Hollyhocks Flowers & Gifts, welcomed the FSN crew with open arms. After a tour of the shop, the conversation turned to business, and according to Susan, business is good!

Susan has recently found great success in reaching out to the strong Hispanic influence in her community. She has hired a translator to help in the shop and created flyers and other promotions intended to branch out her network in these demographics. She is really proud of her shop’s diversity and is ready for even more.

Brock and Loranne really enjoyed the visit with Susan at Hollyhocks. Just goes to show, you never know when FSN might drop in on you!

Just4Florists: How To Reach Out With Community Workshops

Teach What You KnowHow involved is your flower shop in the local community? (No blank stares, please.) The more you put yourself out there, the more you will get back!

Do more for your public image by offering workshops to your community. This engaging approach cements your business in the minds of customers, and can be highly rewarding.

By developing simple, one-day sessions, you can reach out to your neighborhood to offer an event that is completely original.

Your customer base will increase, not just from workshop participants, but word of mouth as well. Think of it as summer camp for flower enthusiasts!

Host Workshops in Your Area

Flower Arranging 101 – Teach the basics of flower arranging to the DIY crowd, and make sure they know they can get the best loose stems and flower accessories from you to build their own custom creations.

Grow Green Thumbs  – Show how to care for all the houseplants you offer in your shop by demonstrating various pruning, re-potting and watering tips.

Cocktail Flower Hour – Offer a wine tasting paired with a floral design lesson for a relaxed and sophisticated evening mingle.

Posy Pals  – Make use of bright, summer blooms and appeal to all ages by teaching young flower lovers how put together a beautiful flower arrangement. (Great just before family-oriented holidays, such as Grandparent’s Day.)

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Florist Friday Recap 6/1 – 6/7: Bright & Cheery

Florists everywhere are gearing up for summer fun. Bright and cheery flower arrangements are going out to happy people all across the country. Today’s recap shows recent arrangements by local florists all across the country.

Summer Flowers

Paisley Floral Design Studio, Manchester NH

Summer florals by Paisley Floral Design Studio, Manchester NH

“Bright, garden inspired vase for sympathy – incoming FSN order filled!”

Fun summer flowers by Crossroads Florist, Mahwah NJ

Fun summer flowers by Crossroads Florist, Mahwah NJ

““Havin’ a Ball” Tom Kenison AIFD… Just for the fun of it”

Cottage Flowers & Gifts, Pasadena TX

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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? With spring ushering in all these beautiful blooms, we wanted to know what fresh-cut flowers are the best for filling a room with a heavenly aroma. So we asked those who would know best – our FSN florists! We had quite a response, but compiled a list of the top ten.Poetric Peonies

Top 10 Best Smelling Flowers

 

  • 1. Stock

Click here to order a fresh flower arrangement with stock!

 

  • 2. Freesia

Click here to order a fresh flower arrangement with freesia!

 

  • 3. Lilacs

Looking for lilacs? Find a florist near you to order a beautiful arrangement! 

 

  • 4. Gardenia 

Order a fresh flower arrangement with gardenias from your local florist today!

 

  • 5. Rose – Garden & Rainbow 

Click here to order a fresh flower arrangement with roses!

 

  • 6. Lilies – Asian & Stargazer

Click here to order a fresh flower arrangement with lilies!


  • 7. Boronia

Order a fresh flower arrangement with boronia from your local florist today!

 

  • 8. Jasmine

Order a fresh flower arrangement with jasmine from your local florist today!

 

  • 9. Peony

Order a fresh flower arrangement with peonies from your local florist today!

 

  • 10. Hyacinth

Order a fresh flower arrangement with hyacinth from your local florist today!

So if you want to walk in your home and be transported to a lush garden or know someone needing a bit of scent-inspired pick-me-up, contact your real local florist today. Ask for your favorites from this list for a scent-sational arrangement. You can’t go wrong!


Find a Local Florist

This list was generated from responses received on our Facebook page. Join in the fun!

 

Florists Helping Oklahoma City

Florists, here is how you can help.

The tragedy of yesterday’s storm has left several families in the position of planning their child’s funeral with little to no resources. Realizing the need these families have, Kimbra from Enchanted Florist (Amarillo TX) is spearheading an effort to help the families and the Oklahoma City florists provide a loving tribute for each child.

Kimbra shared this information with us this morning.

“I have contacted the Oklahoma Governor’s office and we will be working with Channel 9 in Oklahoma to get the word out to the community about these special gifts for the children. I cannot bare the thought of any family not being able to have one last final memory without everything they need to do so. I am in the process of learning best how to set up this special account. If we all give some then these families will know their families have a place in our hearts. A loss of any type is a part of life, the loss of child is a special gift to God!”
Kimbra

She is working with a funeral home in Amarillo and others to help provide some of the services and items needed. As soon as she can make contact with the FSN members in Oklahoma City*, she will help them coordinate the effort to provide casket sprays for each of the children lost.

For those of you who want to help, contact Kimbra at 806-322-2878 or enchantedflorist_6913@yahoo.com.

*At this time, we have not been able to reach any of our members. Please keep them in your prayers.

Florist Friday Recap 2/9 – 2/15: Time For Love

Valentine’s Day was this week and you can tell just how busy florists were by looking at this week’s photo recap. Only a handful of submissions came in this week, as expected! Florists across the country only had one concern this week: getting beautiful flower arrangements to their customers. However, expect a gazillion photos next week!!!

Valentine’s Day Flowers

Romantic flower arrangement by Botanical Designs Florist, Baytown TX

Romantic flower arrangement by Botanical Designs Florist, Baytown TX

“Queen of Hearts Deluxe Dozen Roses”

Pink Flower Arrangement from Spain

Mario Pastor Canto, from Spain, sent this to his wife for Valentine’s Day.

“Hi!!!, good mourning from Spain!!!
This is a special and simple arrangement I give to my wife yesterday, Do you like it?
Many thanks for your link to how to care and freshen the flowers.”

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Valentine’s Day At Your Local Flower Shop

Valentine’s week is in FULL SWING right now. (If you haven’t ordered your flowers yet, what are you waiting for!?) Local florists all over the country have decked out their store interiors in all the colors of love. Red hearts, chocolates, stuffed animals and, of course, flowers abound! We asked our florist friends on Facebook to give us a peek into their stores.

The Valentine's Day interior of La Pine Florist, La Pine OR

The Valentine’s Day interior of La Pine Florist, La Pine OR

East Coast Florist, Chelmsford MA

Who doesn’t want to visit this Valentine’s Day wonderland at East Coast Florist, Chelmsford MA?

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Florist Friday Recap 2/2 – 2/8: Love Is In The Air

Love is in the air, can you feel it?? With the Day of Love almost upon us, it’s no wonder the majority of our photo recap this week features so many beautiful Valentine’s Day designs from florists all across the nation. But it’s not here yet, so if you haven’t ordered flowers for your sweetie, there’s still time! So check out today’s photos for a boost of inspiration, then call your local florist and order yours today!

Valentine’s Day Flowers

Valentine's Day flowers by Botanical Designs, Baytown TX

Valentine’s Day flowers by Botanical Designs, Baytown TX

“You are the fairest of all”

This fairy-tale flower design uses two striking red flowers, roses and anthurium.

Mixed bouquet for Valentine's by Trigs Floral & Home, Minocqua WI

Mixed bouquet for Valentine’s by Trigs Floral & Home, Minocqua WI

“One of our Valentine specials”

Lots of beautiful flowers featured in this design: Gerberas, roses, statice, tulips, callas, protea, hypericum berries, and so much more!

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