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Wedding Trends: Colorful Wedding Bouquets

January 13, 2016 by Tanya Giraldo 2 Comments

Want to make your bouquet that catches the eye? A colorful bouquet really stands out against the ivory color of a wedding dress or a neutral colored bridesmaid dress. Here are some colorful bouquet ideas for your upcoming special day!

Tangerine Beauties

Combine bright oranges and yellows for a poppin’ bouquet! Add small pieces of greens, like a beautiful succulent or dusty miller to complete your bouquet look.

Bright Greens

Green bouquets are growing in popularity and bright greens can really make your arrangement stand out! Add white roses or a touch of lilac throughout the arrangement to give it that ‘just picked’ garden look!

Pretty Pinks

Don’t hesitate to use different shades of a favorite color. Combine fuchsia, magenta, pink, and tangerine roses for a bouquet that will grab everyone’s attention. Add a couple of succulents for a rustic look!

Get creative with your florist for a unique wedding bouquet! For more great ideas, visit the Wedding and Party Network Blog!

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Card Messages January 2016

January 11, 2016 by Miroslava Casiano Leave a Comment

There’s nothing better than starting a year with kindness and love for others. Let’s make January a month to inspire and motivate, preparing for the year ahead! Below are messages to uplift spirits of loved ones!

Gratitude

Thank you for always being present in my life.

You are the light that shows me the way. For that, I’ll be forever grateful.

Get Well

Here’s a little ray of sunshine to make you feel better!

Nature is a fast healer, but since you can’t go out in the cold, I decided to bring nature to you! Get well soon!

Messages To Motivate and Inspire

Here’s to a wonderful 2016 with more laughter and great memories.

May these flowers bring positivity and happiness for a new year.

It is in giving that we find true happiness. Head to your local florist to accompany these messages with beautiful flowers!

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2016 Color of the Year Flowers

January 6, 2016 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

Last month, Pantone announced the color of the year for 2016. For the first time, it was the blending of two shades: Serenity and Rose Quartz. Looking for flowers in the year’s colors? Here is a quick guide so you can head to your local florist for an arrangement in the new year shades.

Serenity and Rose Quartz

Both of these colors give the feeling of peace and gentleness. Perfect for an intimate spring wedding or for a “just because” arrangement for an old friend! This combination of colors make a beautiful bouquet of blooms that will make a loved one smile!

Flowers in 2016 Colors

Here are some flowers you can mention to your florists that are close to this year’s colors:

Pale Pink Asiatic Lilies
Pink Spray Roses
Blue Delphinium
Misty Blue Limonium
Blue Lilac
Blue Hydrangea

Head to your local florist today and have them create a beautiful arrangement in Serenity and Rose Quartz!

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5 Reasons To Send: January 2016

January 4, 2016 by Miroslava Casiano 1 Comment

Happy New Year! Where did the time go? Well, no worries! January is full of great holidays that will kick-start another incredible year! Here are five reasons for you to celebrate this month.

1. Cuddle Up Day – January 6th

Flowers have now been scientifically proven to increase feelings of happiness and life satisfaction, decrease depression and anxiety, and has a long-lasting positive effect on our emotions. Set the mood today with a nice flower arrangement in light shades to cuddle up with a loved one. You will find that relaxation comes far easier when looking at the delicate petals of white colored blooms and the smell of their exquisite scent.

2. House Plant Appreciation Day – January 10th

Flowers are a popular gift to show love and appreciation, but plants work just as well! They bring a piece of nature to any home, making it feel fresh, warm and cozy. It is the perfect gift for a family. Give the gift of a beautiful plant to new neighbors or a new work friend!

3. Make Your Dreams Come True Day – January 13th

During the month of January, we find ourselves motivated to fulfill our goals and dreams. It’s a new beginning, an opportunity to leave the past behind and move forward. This day is a perfect reminder to keep dreaming and inspire others to do the same. Make someone’s day with a beautiful bouquet.

4. National Hugging Day – January 21st

Today, let everyone close to you know how much you love and appreciate them, by giving them a big hug! To make this day extra special, accompany that hug with a beautiful bouquet of roses! Your loved one, near or far, will definitely appreciate this gift!

5. Compliment Day – January 24th

Today, let someone feel extra special! Make them smile when they least expect it by giving them a compliment that will make their day! Want to take this day to the next level? Send that special someone a lovely arrangement of blooms with a sweet compliment. This will make the start of a new year worth remembering!

January is the month that will shape the way for this new year. Take the time to celebrate with family and friends in a special way. Head to your local florist and start the year by giving the gift of flowers!

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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!

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Wedding Trends: Rustic Reception Centerpieces

December 28, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

With the new year comes more weddings! Planning a wedding with a rustic theme? Here is some great floral inspiration for rustic centerpieces for your reception tables.

Small Accents

A small arrangement can go along way and also make a big statement! Consider a short cluster of simple roses, greens, and dusty miller for those earthy tones that complete the rustic look.

Color Mix

If you want your arrangement to pop, use a variety of colors. Don’t be afraid to mix bright golds with dusty purples and add textured leaves. Use a wooden container to add to your decor.

Leafy Greens

What really brings out a rustic themed arrangement is the use of earth tones and greens. Use a variety of leafy greens. Mix big leaves with small ones to give it a wild look!

Don’t forget to get creative and team up with your florist to come up with something totally new and totally you! For more great ideas, visit the Wedding and Party Network Blog!

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New Year Flowers 2015/2016

December 23, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo 1 Comment

Start the new year off right with a beautiful floral arrangement. Whether you are throwing a “Great Gatsby” New Year’s Eve party or wanting to surprise a loved one, now is the time to celebrate with flowers!

Glam Decor
This year, you want to ring in the new year with an all out party and a beautiful arrangement can add the finishing touch to your glamorous party. Have your florist add elements of golds and even feathers to give your shindig a little chic style.

A New Year Gift
Want to be the first to make someone smile this new year? Surprise a loved one or a party host with a lovely bouquet for their home. This simple gesture will make this new year feel extra special!

Simple Card Messages
Writer’s block? No worries! Here are some message ideas to pair with your arrangement!

May this new year be filled with more laughter and great memories!

Wave 2015 goodbye, because 2016 is going to be awesome!

Wishing you a most happy new year!

Head to your local florist for a beautiful floral design today! New Year’s Day is Friday, January 1, 2016.

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High-End Design with Bella Grace Floral

December 21, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

Nancy Staples, owner of Bella Grace Floral, wanted a flower shop that was very different from anything in her area. Now, three years after she purchased Bella Grace, her shop focuses on making custom high-end designs for anyone in her community.

Staples began her love for flower design when she was a little girl and her grandparents owned a flower shop. After having a career in banking, Staples knew she wanted to change things up and pursue her love of floral design. She took over the 20-year-old flower shop and has made it a successful business with reputable design. Three years later, Bella Grace Floral is recognized as a high-end florist in the Cornelius, North Carolina area.

As the leading floral provider for NASCAR, Bella Grace is the premier shop for weddings, sympathy and everything in between. They work closely with clients of a variety of budgets to make their floral vision come to life.

Bella Grace 1 As a local florist, Bella Grace has a huge focus on its customers. Having loyal customers who have been coming to the shop for 20 years, since before Staples took over, Staples believes her shop has a real responsibility in maintaining the quality of their product and offering the best in design. It is because of these loyal customers that Staples loves being a local florist.

For a quality florist who has a passion for creating sophisticated design for local customers, you get that and more with Bella Grace Floral.

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Your Christmas Guide To Evergreens

December 16, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

The holidays are coming up fast and it’s time to put up your last-minute decorations! We put together a quick guide on how you can incorporate these three evergreens into your holiday decor.

If you are looking for the smells and textures of Christmas, then look no further than the three popular holiday greens: Fir, Pine, and Cedar.

Fir

Firs are very fragrant and shiny evergreens with dark green needles. Two popular firs are the Douglas Fir, which has beautiful soft needles, and the Pacific Silver Fir, which have a silvery-white color under its needles.

Pine

Pines are known for their bright green color and long needles. The Princess Pine is popular due to its soft texture. The shore pine has long needles and small pine cones that add to the overall rustic look.

Cedar

The Port Orford Cedar is the most popular of cedars and it is recognized by its long stems and lacy tips. It is also one of the most long-lasting greens. It maintains its vitality and color for many weeks.

If you are looking to incorporate these wonderful evergreens in your holiday decor, head to your local florist for a beautiful holiday design!

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Flower Spotlight: Holly

December 14, 2015 by Miroslava Casiano Leave a Comment

One plant with a lot of holiday meaning is the llex disambiguation or, otherwise known as holly. Here’s a brief history to learn more about this evergreen tree.

Origins & Symbolism

Holly is a tree member of the Aquifoliaceae family and the only living genus. Holly is native to parts of central and southern Europe, but can be found in many different parts around the world. The holly tree is known as “Christ’s Thorn” in the northern countries of Europe. It is said that “the prickly leaves represent the crown of thorns that Jesus wore when he was crucified. The berries are the drops of blood that were shed by Jesus because of the thorns.”

To Consider

The leaves of holly have no taste or odor and, although berries are sometimes eaten by birds, they can be very dangerous when ingested by humans and pets. The leaves are pointy, resembling thorns, alternating directions upwards and downwards with a leathery texture that makes them very durable.

Availability

Holly can be found all year long, but is most commonly used in flower arrangements, wreaths and centerpieces during the month of December. The leaves are very long lasting which makes them perfect for incorporating in any type of arrangement or home decor pieces.

Make sure to incorporate this evergreen tree into your Christmas and New Year’s festivities. Head to your local florist for your beautiful holly arrangement!

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