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Friday Florist Recap 11/30 – 12/6: A Seasonal Selection

This week we have a bounteous selection of beautiful options for you to peruse. We start with some seasonal fare invoking the coming winter, one of the pending holiday celebrations or both! After that we showcase the gorgeous work done for special occasions, be they weddings, funerals, or that creative arrangement designed for an important client. We have some breathtaking pieces for you to see, so scroll on down!

Seasonal Flowers

A gorgeous arrangement from Flowrama Minneapolis in Minneapolis, MN

A gorgeous arrangement from Flowerama Minneapolis in Minneapolis, MN

Winter arrangement from Montgomery Florist in Montgomery, NY

Winter arrangement from Montgomery Florist in Montgomery, NY [Read more…]

Friday Florist Recap 11/23 – 11/29: A Profusion of Florals

Thanksgiving doesn’t slow down these florists! We still received amazing photos of different flower arrangements for your viewing pleasure, and as usual we were blown away by the talent of our submitters. So scroll on down and enjoy this profusion of florals!

Special Occasion Flowers

Gorgeous bouquet from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Gorgeous bouquet from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Beautiful hand-held from Inspirations Floral Studio in Lock Haven, PA

Beautiful hand-held from Inspirations Floral Studio in Lock Haven, PA

“‘Silver Sparkle’ hand-held for a prom.” [Read more…]

Friday Florist Recap 11/16 – 11/22: Tickling Your Fancy

It’s Friday again, and that means gorgeous arrangements and beautiful bouquets! This week we have a large assortment of wonderful photos for you. From the amazingly creative to the extremely personal, these pictures are guaranteed to tickle your fancy and spark your creativity. But don’t take my word for it, look for yourself!

Wedding Flowers

Elegant wedding bouquet from Floral Galler of Aiken LLC in Aiken, SC

Elegant wedding bouquet from Floral Gallery of Aiken LLC in Aiken, SC

Beautiful wedding bouquet from Bouquets and Bows in Van, TX

Beautiful wedding bouquet from Bouquets and Bows in Van, TX [Read more…]

November Newsletter: Having a Terrific Turkey Day!

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November is the month that everyone sets aside for giving thanks, and Flower Shop Network is no different! This month we’d like to take a few sentences to thank you, our florists and customers! Without the talented men and women who take up the challenging mantle of florist in every city and small town in the world, Flower Shop Network would not exist. A person does not become a florist to get rich. Instead, they do it because it’s something they love. Making other people happy during their most special moments in turn makes the florist happy. So to all florists out there, thank you.

For those of you out there who love flowers and bring your business to local florists, thank you. Without you, there would be no local florist to use. The local florist is the life’s blood of the floral industry, and you are the ones that allow them to thrive! So thank you all, and know that Flower Shop Network is committed to doing our part to help the floral industry and local florists flourish!

Happy Thanksgiving!


FSN at the Society of American Florists Convention 2013!

If you didn’t make it to Phoenix, AZ this September, you missed out on an amazing, informative weekend full of conferences, fun and some serious floral beauty! Flower Shop Network was there in force and we’ve got some excellent photos to show you. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show!

The Booth

Here is a photo of the FSN booth. As usual, our setup crew did a great job! But enough with the same old, same old. Let’s take a look at some of the cool stuff!

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Best Reasons to Send Flowers in November!

While we like to say every day is a perfect day to make someone happy with flowers, here are our absolute favorite reasons to spread love and kindness this month.

1. Hanukkah (first day) – November 28th – This is a very special year for the first day of Hanukkah. This is the first and last time Hanukkah will ever overlap with Thanksgiving! People are having fun coining terms like “Thanksgivukkah” and “Hanugivingkkah” just for the occasion. And there are so many beautiful blooms to help you celebrate. White, silver, and blue combinations are the most popular and are a perfect addition to the celebration table.

2.Thanksgiving – November 28th – Time to feast and give thanks with our families! And probably watch some football too. Make your celebration special with a fall-inspired centerpiece. Also, centerpieces make a wonderful gift to send to family and friends unable to come together for the occasion. Show gratitude for love and friendship with flowers

3. November Birthdays – November’s birthday flower is the chrysanthemum. Available in so many different varieties and colors, chrysanthemums will let someone with a special birthday know that you considered their gift carefully. A red chrysanthemum means “I love you” while white chrysanthemums mean innocence, purity, and pure love. Yellow chrysanthemums mean “slighted love.” Ask your local florist to include the beautiful and colorful chrysanthemum in a fresh cut arrangement or to deliver a gorgeous long-lasting blooming plant.

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Facebook Friday: October Favorites

We provide 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:

Fall wreath from Wilma's Flowers in Jasper, AL 

Wilma’s Flowers, Jasper, AL

Gorgeous arrangement from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Monday Flowers, Princeton, NJ

Beautiful bouquet designed by Tammi Cribbs of Oran's Flower Shop in Kingston, TN

Oran’s Flower Shop, Kingston, TN

Amazingly creative autumn arrangement by Tom Kenison AIFD of Crossroads Florist in Mahwah, NJ

Crossroads Florist, Mahwah, NJ

Fall bouquet by Honeysuckle Lane in Aurora, NE

Honeysuckle Lane, Aurora, NE

Excellent arrangement from Floral Design in Post Falls, ID

Floral Design, Post Falls, ID

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Posey Peddler – A Florist Improving Customer Service!

 Posey Peddler Flowers

As part of Customer Service Week, (October 7th-11th) we wanted to share with you one of our members who is working hard to boost customer service and sales in their flower shop.

A Local Florist Taking Action

Bridgette Mills Arnold, a 30 year veteran of the floral industry, is the owner of Posey Peddler in Joneboro, Arkansas. The shop has been a fixture in the Jonesboro area since 1998 and serves the local community with custom gifts, flowers, plants and home decor.

Recently Bridgette brought in customer service and sales guru Tim Huckabee of Floral Strategies to conduct a workshop with her employees.

Read more about Posey Peddler – A Florist Improving Customer Service!


Don’t Forget the Florals for Thanksgiving!

Bountiful Cornucopia Thanksgiving Tradition

Thanksgiving dinner. Is there a more delicious collection of food gathered together at one meal? Family comes together, gives thanks for the blessings in their lives throughout the past year and shares in a meal prepared to reflect the bounty they have received. It is a time of gratitude, love and appreciation for what and who has blessed your life.

What better way to express those emotions to your friends and family than through a gift of flowers?

Giving Thanks with Flowers

This year, instead of arriving at your dinner with a prepared dish in hand, offer a beautiful fall bouquet to your hostess! She will be far more grateful to receive gorgeous flowers than yet another green bean casserole. The flowers will make the perfect decoration for the festivities and will be a boon to everyone’s day!

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FSN Member wins Second Annual Buckwald Scholarship! We would like to congratulate Lavender Hill Florals of Jeffersonville, IN for winning the second annual Buckwald scholarship! Way to go, ladies!

FSN and Rick Rivers at the Ozark Florist Association Convention The Ozark Florist Association held their annual convention on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of September. FSN was there to take part in the festivities and cheer on Rick Rivers as he gave his presentation titled “Marketing in Today’s Climate”. Here are a few photos of what we saw!

A Giving Boss’s Day with FSN Boss’s Day was a roaring success at the FSN offices, and for more than just our bosses! The sales department decided to do something a little different this year to honor Brock and Loranne, the owners of Flower Shop Network. Because our owners are such generous people, the sales department chose to do something that embraced their spirit, something that went beyond the walls of our offices and reached out into the community.

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Friday Florist Recap 11/9 – 11/15: A Splash of Color

We have some gorgeous arrangements for you this week! From beautiful bridal bouquets to fall arrangements to some personalized sympathy pieces, the talent of these florists cannot be denied. But don’t take my word for it, scroll down and look for yourself!

Wedding Flowers

Simple yet elegant bouquet from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Simple yet elegant bouquet from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Colorful bridal bouquet from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Colorful bridal bouquet from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ [Read more…]

Friday Florist Recap 11/2 – 11/8: Fall Colors

Fall in all it’s splendor is officially here in full bloom, as you can see from today’s floral recap! We have beautiful sunflowers, gorgeous autumn hues, fall mums and so much more! Florists from all across the country and beyond have blown us away once again with their beautiful and creative designs! Check it out!

Wedding Flowers

Red and Yellow Bride's Bouquet by Monday Morning Flowers

Lovely sunflowers mixed with deep red roses from Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

“Had to share this one, such fun Fall Bridal Bouquets – perfect for November.”

Pink and Purple Bride's Bouquet by Hobby Hill Florist

Perfectly matching pinks and vibrant purples in this bride’s bouquet by Hobby Hill Florist in Sebring, FL.

“I used veronica, stock, scabiosa, delphinium, etc… for this colorful bridesmaid’s bouquet.[Read more…]

Friday Florist Recap 10/26 – 11/1: A Profusion of Perfection

We are finishing up October with a wondrous collection of floral beauty. Our florists continue to amaze every week, and the submissions just keep getting better! Today we have a mixture of Halloween themed arrangements, fall wedding wonder, and personalized sympathy arrangements to tickle your fancy. The mix of different flowers and colors makes for some gorgeous design. Scroll down and see this profusion of perfection!

Stunning Wedding Flowers

Wedding bouquet by Devine Designs in Fulton, NY

Wedding bouquet by Devine Designs in Fulton, NY

Vibrant bouquet from Forget-Me-Not Flower and Gifts in Chandler, TX

Vibrant bouquet from Forget-Me-Not Flower and Gifts in Chandler, TX

Burnt orange bridal bouquet by Allison at Blue Iris Flowers in Catonsville, MD

Burnt orange bridal bouquet by Allison at Blue Iris Flowers in Catonsville, MD

“Bridal bouquet of burnt orange calla lilies and bear grass.”

Wedding collage by Wilma's Flowers in Jasper, AL

Wedding collage by Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Everyday Flowers

Spooky Treat for Halloween from Michele's Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Spooky Treat for Halloween from Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

“M&M mug paired with fresh fall flowers & an extra surprise of candy tucked inside the bat.”

Amazingly creative autumn arrangement by Tom Kenison AIFD of Crossroads Florist in Mahwah, NJ

Amazingly creative autumn arrangement by Tom Kenison AIFD of Crossroads Florist in Mahwah, NJ

Giving a special touch with Michele's Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Giving a special touch with Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

“Our signature touch to our special floral arrangements, a handmade butterfly adorns special blossoms.”

A birthday centerpiece from Wilma's Flowers in Jasper, AL

A birthday centerpiece from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Beautiful arrangement from Michele's Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

Beautiful arrangement from Michele’s Floral and Gifts in Copperas Cove, TX

“Our customers love the soft romantic colors of delphinium, belles, spiders, gazers, & pink carnations with the promise of spring added by a birdhouse & willow basket.”

Beautiful thank you flowers from Banda's Bouquets in Longview, WA

Beautiful thank you flowers from Banda’s Bouquets in Longview, WA

Gorgeous centerpiece from Blooming Art Floral Design in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous centerpiece from Blooming Art Floral Design in San Diego, CA

Fall arrangement from Robyn at Flowers and More in Fresno, CA

Fall arrangement from Robyn at Flowers and More in Fresno, CA

Sympathy Flowers

Standing spray by Devine Designs in Fulton, NY

Standing spray by Devine Designs in Fulton, NY

Fall sympathy arrangement from Sweet P's Design in Lubbock, TX

Fall sympathy arrangement from Sweet P’s Design in Lubbock, TX

“Love the grouping of roses and the framing of the palm leaves.”

Funeral spray from Robyn at Flowers and More in Fresno, CA

Funeral spray from Robyn at Flowers and More in Fresno, CA

“Funeral spray of red roses, white hydrangea and Casablanca lilies.”

Sympathy arrangement for a fisherman from Tattered Leaf in Lyons, WI

Sympathy arrangement for a fisherman from Tattered Leaf in Lyons, WI

What will next week bring? Who knows! Be sure to like us on Facebook for even more beautiful floral designs. If you’re a florist, we want to feature YOUR favorite design of the week right here on Facebook Friday Recap!

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Friday Florist Recap 10/19 – 10/25: Fun with Fall Florals!

Fall is a wonderful time of year. The temperature dips. The leaves turn, finally releasing their grip, floating to the ground and covering the world with color. Such natural, matchless elegance can only be celebrated, and we have convincing evidence that florists are experts at at it! Scroll down and behold the amazing fruits of some admittedly hard labors.

Stunning Wedding Flowers

Beautiful bouquet designed by Tammi Cribbs of Oran's Flower Shop in Kingston, TN

Beautiful bouquet designed by Tammi Cribbs of Oran’s Flower Shop in Kingston, TN

Gorgeous bridal bouquet from Lulu McCabe Florist & Events in St. Louis, MO

Gorgeous bridal bouquet from Lulu McCabe Florist & Events in St. Louis, MO

“Bridal bouquet with White O’Hara, Mythos, Sahara, Talea and Vendela roses.”

Fall wedding bouquet by Robyn at Flowers and More of Fresno in Fresno, CA

Fall wedding bouquet by Robyn at Flowers and More of Fresno in Fresno, CA

Wedding design from Lulu McCabe Florist & Events in St. Louis, MO

Wedding design from Lulu McCabe Florist & Events in St. Louis, MO

“This trumpet vase design was for one of our October weddings last weekend, the whole feel of the night was vintage Hollywood!”

A fall bridal bouquet from Design House Floral in Clarkesville, GA

A fall bridal bouquet from Design House Floral in Clarkesville, GA

Elegant bridal bouquet from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

Elegant bridal bouquet from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

Beautiful centerpiece from Floral Design in Post Falls, ID

Beautiful centerpiece from Floral Design in Post Falls, ID

“Centerpiece for styled wedding shoot.”

Everyday Flowers

Undead corsage and boutonneire from MaryJane's Flowers in Berlin, NJ

Undead corsage and boutonneire from MaryJane’s Flowers in Berlin, NJ

“This was a corsage and boutonniere we did for a zombie ball.”

An office arrangement from Argyle Flowers & Design Studio in London, Ontario, Canada

An office arrangement from Argyle Flowers & Design Studio in London, Ontario, Canada

“Fall Arrangement for an Office I created, Bamboo, Orchids, Freesia, Stone, Wire, Pheasant Feathers, Hydrangea, over 7 ft tall.”

A combination arrangement from A-1 Flowers & More in Cottonwood, ID

A combination arrangement from A-1 Flowers & More in Cottonwood, ID

Gorgeous arrangement from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

Gorgeous arrangement from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

A Boss's Day arrangement from Hearts and Flowers in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

A Boss’s Day arrangement from Hearts and Flowers in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

A firetruck from Wilma's Flowers in Jasper, AL

A firetruck from Wilma’s Flowers in Jasper, AL

Sunflowers from Just Judy's Flowers in Pensacola, FL

Sunflowers from Just Judy’s Flowers in Pensacola, FL

Homecoming corsage from Blooming Art Floral Design in San Diego, CA

Homecoming corsage from Blooming Art Floral Design in San Diego, CA

Breast cancer awareness arrangement from Stockton Floral & Gifts in Stockton, IL

Breast cancer awareness arrangement from Stockton Floral & Gifts in Stockton, IL

Arrangement for a fund-raiser from Blumen Garten Florists in Columbus, OH

Arrangement for a fund-raiser from Blumen Garten Florist in Columbus, OH

A lovely arrangement from Stockton Floral & Gifts in Stockton, IL

A lovely arrangement from Stockton Floral & Gifts in Stockton, IL

Autumn's Zen from Sassy Flowers in Rexburg, ID

Autumn’s Zen from Sassy Flowers in Rexburg, ID

An excellent arrangement from Scentsations Flowers & Gifts in Bristol, VT

An excellent arrangement from Scentsations Flowers & Gifts in Bristol, VT

“My version of FSN’s Harvest Moon arrangement as featured on the October page of the calendar.”

Sympathy Flowers

Gorgeous standing spray from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

Gorgeous standing spray from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

A memorial from Always Something Special Florist in Bayville, NJ

A memorial from Always Something Special Florist in Bayville, NJ

Beautiful standing spray from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

Beautiful standing spray from The Yellow Rose Florist in Olive Branch, MS

Fall standing spray from Design House Floral in Clarkesville, GA

Fall standing spray from Design House Floral in Clarkesville, GA

What will next week bring? Who knows! Be sure to like us on Facebook for even more beautiful floral designs. If you’re a florist, we want to feature YOUR favorite design of the week right here on Facebook Friday Recap!

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Friday Florist Recap 10/12 – 10/18: Pumpkins, Kitties and Guitars!

This week’s Friday Florist Recap features a creative mix of images from florists across the country! Seeing the interesting things florists choose to do with flowers is half the fun of these posts, and this week is no different. You will be enchanted by the pumpkin, enamored with the kitty and the guitar may pluck your heart-strings. Scroll on down and see what’s on offer!

Stunning Wedding Flowers

Brilliant bouquet by Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Brilliant bouquet by Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. in Princeton, NJ

Bridal bouquet by Tattered Leaf Designs Flowers & Gifts in Lyons, WI

Bridal bouquet by Tattered Leaf Designs Flowers & Gifts in Lyons, WI

Fall bouquet by Honeysuckle Lane in Aurora, NE

Fall bouquet by Honeysuckle Lane in Aurora, NE [Read more…]

Friday Florist Recap 10/5 – 10/11: Fantastic Florals

This week showcases some truly brilliant arrangements from florists all across the country! North, South, East or West, it doesn’t matter. Talented florists will express their creativity in the most gorgeous ways! Scroll down to see some of the most beautiful arrangements of the week!

Stunning Wedding Flowers

Wedding Bouquet from Deep Roots Floral and Wedding Design in Grovetown, GA

Wedding Bouquet from Deep Roots Floral and Wedding Design in Grovetown, GA

Corsage from Jocelyn's Floral, INC in Cedar City, UT

Corsage from Jocelyn’s Floral, INC in Cedar City, UT

A cascading bouquet from Wilma's Flowers in Jasper, AL

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