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Floral Magic For New Year’s Day

Chill Out

The old year is fading away as a new one finally begins to push its way through the soil. All those good things (and maybe a few not so good things) from the last 52 weeks are drawing to a close leaving nothing but opportunity and newness of life ahead. So what’s the best way to celebrate this new dawning? Flowers, of course!

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An Explosion of Color

Flowers are infinitely versatile. They are capable of expressing deep emotion, but they can also showcase the life of the party. (And what’s New Year’s Eve without a party?)

So even if you don’t have access to the cool, fire-based fireworks in your area, you can still get an explosion of color with flowers from your local florist. They make a gorgeous display of breathtaking beauty, and the perfect gift for any friend or loved one. (Feel free to provide the sound effects yourself. Pop … zoom … bang!)

Loving Local

As always when buying flowers, you want to head down to your corner flower shop. The folks there not only work hard to bring you the most beautiful arrangements available, the value is sure to be better than anything you’d find online.

And the opportunity to speak with your flower designer and plan your arrangement face-to-face cannot be overstated. You know you’re getting exactly what you want … every time!

This year, before you head to the party, don’t forget to stop by your local florist and pick up some flowers!

5 Romantic Christmas Card Messages

Jingle Blooms

Buying flowers for Christmas is always the right choice. It’s a personalized gift (You did buy them at your local florist … didn’t you?) that injects a bit of happiness into anyone’s day. The challenge with any floral gift lies in the card. What are you going to say? Here are five options to help give you the right words.

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5 Heartfelt Card Messages

  1. Because you are the joy and good tidings in my life. Merry Christmas!
  2. ‘Tis the season for romance. Merry Christmas!
  3. Our first Merry Christmas. Here’s to many more in the future!
  4. Even when it’s cold outside you keep my heart warm. Merry Christmas!
  5. I wouldn’t want to snuggle by the fire with anyone else. Merry Christmas!

Did you enjoy these Christmas card messages? Find a variety of card messages for any occasion here!

Have some ideas of your own? Write them in the comments below or put them on our Facebook page.

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…]