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Five Heartfelt Hanukkah Card Messages

When you buy flowers for Hanukkah, you want to make sure the card message conveys the love and appreciation you feel for your loved ones. It can sometimes be hard to come up with the right words in the moment. So let us help you find them with these 5 Hanukkah card messages.

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5 Hanukkah Card Messages

  1. May your heart shine like the light of the menorah. Happy Hanukkah!
  2. Thank you for being the best (daughter) a (mother) could ask for. Happy Hanukkah!
  3. Gmar chatimah tovah. Happy Hanukkah!
  4. May these flowers bring a smile to your face just as you bring one to mine. Happy Hanukkah!
  5. Let these flowers remind you of the beauty in your heart. Happy Hanukkah!

Did you like what you read? Check out card messages for almost any event here. Feel free to use any that you find, or just allow them to spark your own creativity.

Do you have some great card messages of your own? Leave them in the comments below or hit us up on Facebook.

Friday Florist Recap 12/6 – 12/12: Warming Up The Holidays

This week brings a beautiful assortment of styles and colors either evoking the holiday season or standing in contrast to it. Either way, these florists have prepared each arrangement with love and care, going out of their way to make sure that it is as gorgeous as it can be. So enjoy this moment sitting in front of your computer as the warmth of these arrangements does its part to heat up the holidays!

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Wintery corsage and boutonniere from BlueShores Flowers and Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON

Wintery corsage and boutonniere from BlueShores Flowers and Gifts in Wasaga Beach, ON [Read more…]

December Flower Spotlight: Poinsettia

As it is in keeping with seasonal tradition, this month’s flower spotlight should be no surprise to anyone. After all, what flower is most associated with the holiday season? None other than the Poinsettia, of course!

Origins

Poinsettia Topiary At The BiltmoreThis is yet another plant that comes to us from south of the border, and like the dahlia, it was once important to the Aztecs. Although the dahlia was a food source, (really!) the poinsettia was used to create red dye, and it absolutely should not be ingested.

Safety Concerns

It is commonly believed that the poinsettia is highly toxic, but those reports are overblown. Unless you sat down and ate a large number of plants, the worst you would suffer is possible vomiting and diarrhea.

Flower Symbolism & Mythology

As should be expected with a flower synonymous with Christmas, most of the poinsettia’s symbolism is very religious in nature. The red flower is supposed to symbolize Jesus’ blood, while the white blooms represent purity. The star shape of the blooms are supposed to represent the Star of Bethlehem which led the wise men to the baby Jesus.

Radiant PoinsettiaThe Aztecs also believed the flower represented purity, (Red meant purity to them.) but its connection to Christmas can be traced back to a Mexican legend originating in the 16th century.

The legend says that a young girl was too poor to purchase a gift suitable to leave for Jesus on the church altar. An angel told her to pick weeds from the side of the road, which she did. As she placed the weeds on the altar, red and green flowers burst forth. As of the early 17th century, Mexican monks began using the poinsettia in all Christmas celebrations.

Availability

You can find the poinsettia just about anywhere at this time of year, but if you want it professionally worked into a gorgeous arrangement, you’ll have to visit your local florist. They always do the best work and can make even the most abundant flower look uniquely beautiful.

Now when you buy your poinsettia this Christmas, you can share a bit of trivia with your family!

Give the Gift of Flowers!

Christmas is just a few short weeks away. Have you found gifts for everyone on your list? Your local florist has exactly what you need, even for that family member you struggle to please.

This holiday, give the gift of flowers!

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Flowers Are For Everybody

What gift do you buy the person who has everything? It’s a question that plagues us all during the Christmas season, but the answer is easier than you think. It’s flowers, of course!

A magnificent floral arrangement has its own style, so you never have to wonder if it will suit the person you’re giving them to. They are also a source of happiness for anyone who receives them, and that’s always a win in the gift-giving department. And do you think it’s possible to have too many of them beautifying the home? Of course not! If they already have beautiful flowers, that’s okay. They’d love more!

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Loving Local

Of course, the best place to buy those flowers is through your local florist. These men and women work hard to provide you with something gorgeous designed to take your breath away and that anyone on your list would be thrilled to receive. And the best part? You can speak to them face-to-face so you know you’re getting exactly what you ask for!

Christmas is the largest gift giving holiday in the world. Shouldn’t you be giving flowers?

Friday Florist Recap 11/29 – 12/5: Eyes On The Holidays

The holidays already have a grip on our florists as they regale us with some absolutely gorgeous arrangements with the appropriate seasonal theme. Of course, that’s not all we have on tap. You’ll also find some beautiful winter-themed pieces for weddings and even sympathy. So sit back, relax and enjoy this floral display as our florists keep their eyes on the holidays!

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Beautiful bouquet from Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY

Beautiful bouquet from Sweet Briar Flower Shop in Galway, NY [Read more…]

Have A Happy Hanukkah with Flowers!

Hanukkah begins December 16th and ends on December 24th. Do you have everything you need to make it a great one?

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Perfect Decoration

Decorating your home for Hanukkah is always easier with flowers. Focusing on a theme becomes a breeze when you have a local florist creating everything you want, just the way you want it. You can choose colors, theme and even the primary flowers used in the arrangement, centerpiece or design.

When you choose flowers and the talent present at your local florist, there’s no limit to what can be done!

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Gifts for All

Flowers can be anyone’s perfect gift. How? Because your local florist is able to create a design fitting your exact specifications, each arrangement can be personalized to fit the individual interests of your loved one. Few other gifts can say as much. And few other gifts offer the unbridled beauty that comes with a artfully arranged design.

When you buy from your local florist, you receive a finished product you can be proud to give.

Flowers aren’t just for weddings, funerals and Valentine’s Day, they are a constant source of joy just waiting to be given. So head down to your local flower shop and make this Hanukkah fantastic!

5 Best Reasons To Send Flowers in December

A Beautiful SightDecember is a great month for holidays, and anytime there’s a reason to celebrate, there’s a reason to buy flowers! So look below for all the great opportunities you’ll have this month to visit your local florist.

  #1. Hanukkah – December 16th – 24th

Happy Hanukkah! Hanukkah is the first of this month’s holiday goodness, and it lasts a whopping eight days! That’s eight opportunities to bring the gift of flowers to those you love and cherish. And for personalized gifts, there’s no better place in town than your local flower shop!

#2. Winter Solstice – December 21st

Silver BellsOooh … “The Longest Night”. Sounds ominous, but in reality it merely reflects the change of the seasons. This night is not only the beginning of winter, but it is also the turning point where the hours of darkness stop growing longer and begin their drop back toward the longer days of spring and summer.

#3. Christmas – December 25th

Merry Christmas! This is easily the most celebrated holiday in the US, and it is the perfect time to buy flowers. You can give flowers as gifts, use them to decorate your home for the season or just buy a magnificent arrangement to set in the middle of your feast table. However you use them, the best flowers can be found with your local florist.

#4. Kwanzaa – December 26th – January 1st

Let it SnowJoyous Kwanzaa! Kwanzaa is seven days of colorful decorations and time spent with family and community. It involves the sharing of food, ritual and performance, and is the perfect time to buy flowers. They go beautifully with the colorful decorations of the holiday, and they will make any Kwanzaa feast one to remember!

#5. New Year’s Eve – December 31st

This is the party night of the year, and no party is complete with some floral decoration. But flowers also make excellent personal decoration. A gentleman with a flower in his lapel or a lady with a crown of beautiful blooms will stand out at any New Year’s Eve bash!

What are your favorite reasons to send flowers this month?
Let us know in the comments!

Friday Florist Recap 11/22 – 11/28: Always Room For Flowers

Thanksgiving has passed, and now everybody’s stuffed like the turkey they just ate. But is there anything better than sitting at the computer and looking at beautiful pictures while you continue to digest? No matter how much you’ve eaten or how full you feel, there’s always room for flowers!

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Beautiful bouquets from Wilma's Flowers in Jasper, AL

Beautiful bouquets from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL [Read more…]

Here Comes The Holiday Season!

Thanksgiving has finally arrived, but there’s still plenty of holiday fun to come. Now it’s time to turn your eyes toward Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Day and how you’ll decorate your home for the next round!

As this is one of the most celebrated times of year, orders for flowers have already begun pouring in. Isn’t it time you added yours to the list?

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Holiday Florals

Flowers are hands down the best way to express yourself during the holidays. Local florists create amazing designs and some will even come into your home and decorate for you to ensure your home looks how you’ve always dreamed.

Looking for some winter-themed decoration? Flowers and living plants fresh from your local florist can make it come alive and make every room look like a winter wonderland.

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Loving Local

Your local florist is ready to make all your decorating dreams come true. All it takes is a phone call or walk-in to get the ball rolling. And even if budget is an issue, you’re sure to find something breathtakingly beautiful at a price you can afford.

And although buying local is wonderful because it supports your local community, that’s not the only or even necessarily best reason to do it. Your local florist is a talented flower artist. She will listen to what you want and how you want it done, and then she will make sure that happens! You can buy flowers anywhere, but when you buy local you’re buying the best.

Head down to your local flower shop or give them a call and schedule your holiday flowers today!

Your Last Chance For Thanksgiving Flowers!

Thanksgiving is Thursday, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to get gorgeous flowers for decoration or gifts!

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Floral Decoration

If you are hosting a Thanksgiving Day feast for family and friends, there’s still time to contact your local florist for the absolute best decoration available. What better to put your family in the holiday mood than beautiful floral arrangements in fall colors and themes?

And there’s no end to the fabulousness you’ll find waiting for you. From wreaths to cornucopias to impressive main table centerpieces and accent pieces, there’s something wonderful waiting to beautify every surface in your home.

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Gift of Thanks

But flowers aren’t just for the host to provide. Even those attending the feast can bring a fantastic floral creation as your very own gift of thanks. Who wouldn’t be thrilled to open the door to family and friends bearing elegant florals?

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Local Flexibility

So how do you get all these wonderful floral goodies? By buying local, of course! Your local florist is working hard right now to make someone’s Thanksgiving holiday both beautiful and memorable. Shouldn’t she be working on yours too?

Time is tight as the holiday is just a couple days away, but go by your local flower shop and you’re sure to find something gorgeous sitting in the cooler. And there’s even a chance they’ll have time to make something special, just for you.

If you want the best decoration money can buy, contact your local florist today!