Do you believe in magic? I do. I see it every day. Every time someone walks out of my store with a simple wrapped bouquet of beautiful flowers “just because,†I am personally touched by magic. In a world where we are inundated by fear, cruelty and …
Wow! Has anyone else seen the resurgence in terrariums? Long thought an extinct art of floristry, terrariums have made a comeback after more than 30 years. While working at the Philadelphia Flower show this year, I saw a vendor with a few terrariums on…
We like to share great tips on this blog so, in honor of National Rose Month, we found this video of SAF member florist Chris Drummond of Plaza Flowers in Philadelphia. Chris shares easy tips on caring for the abundance of roses that are available duri…
As a floral designer, I am always thinking in flowers, so what better title for a Fourth of July blog than “Red, White and Bloom?†If you’re hosting a Fourth of July party or going to one, flowers are a fun and sophisticated touch. Here are some …
The personality of a party is in the details from food to flowers. Just as an artistic garnish finishes off an appetizer, mini floral arrangements that echo larger flower displays can finish off the overall design and feel of a fete and come together t…
In our world of flowers and plants, we sometimes forget just how much Mother Nature is the boss in all aspects of flora and fauna. How flowers and plants and their relationships with animals and us affect our world. From fruit and vegetable productio…
Here are three simple ways on how you can generate more love in your life using the magic of flowers: LOVE YOURSELF. Stop waiting for somebody else to tell you that you are loved and special – tell yourself. Too often when we think of romance and lov…
It’s Father’s Day shopping time. Every dad is unique and special. What special gifts have you given your dad over the years? Have you ever sent flowers? He’ll love them. A behavioral study conducted at Rutgers University shows that men who receiv…
Whether your wedding budget is large or small, one of the most important decisions you will make will be the colors you choose. If your color choice is right, the wedding will be lovely even on a small budget; but the opposite is also true, a large bud…
One thing interior designers know is that small can make a huge impact. Just think of the finishing touches we put in highly styled rooms: the right picture frame, a collection of books or that must-have wall hanging. These are the accessories that say…