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Meet the Florida fans who sent get-well cards to Feleipe Franks - Tampa Bay Times

EASLEY AP]“I just felt like he needed some words of encouragement,” Hays said.She wasn’t alone.In the days after Franks’ injury, get-well-soon cards poured in from across the country. Gainesville. Jacksonville. The Panhandle. Georgia, Ohio, Colorado. A 77-year-old in Charlotte County and a 9-year-old from a cattle ranch in Kissimmee.All to a quarterback who might never play another snap for the Gators, one whose relationship with the fan base has been mixed, at best.RELATED: Five reasons to care about Florida-Missouri“I know he takes a lot of heat from people thinking that he’s just the worst thing that ever happened to Florida,” said Woody Bass, a 48-year-old Georgia resident who will graduate from UF's online program in May. “I didn’t want him to think that.”Neither did Laurie Bonham.?? Will the #Gators beat the brakes off Missouri? Can #FSU clinch a bowl berth? Will #USF slow down Cincinnati??@MBakerTBTimes gives us his picks against the spread in a brand-new Three & Out ????? https://t.co/rFBtzbVrwd pic.twitter.com/3SNikKXxLD— The Identity Tampa Bay (@TheIdentityTB) November 14, 2019“I just felt so bad for him,” said Bonham, a recently retired 64-year-old in Oldsmar.The physical injury was bad enough. But Franks has been a frequent target from fans for most of the past three seasons.One of the lows came last November against Missouri, who hosts the Franks-less Gators this weekend. Franks was booed in the first half and benched in the second of a 38-17 embarrassing home loss to the Tigers. Franks had won every game since then, but Bonham still saw too many people bashing him, despite the improvements he was making in Year 2 under coach Dan Mullen.“His mom was on this web page, and I felt bad for her, too,” Bonham said. “Nobody needed to be doing that. It was just poor manners.”Laurie Bonham (right, seen here with close friend Christy Fraser) was one of the Florida Gators fans who sent get-well cards to injured quarterback Feleipe Franks. [LAURIE BONHAM Sp... https://www.tampabay.com/sports/gators/2019/11/15/meet-the-florida-fans-who-sent-get-well-cards-to-feleipe-franks/

1-800-Flowers.com® Introduces 2019 Local Artisan Collection - PRNewswire

Ashlee's featured design is the Vibrant Gem Bouquet™.           Jackie Lacey: Floriology® Institute, Jacksonville, FL A highly-accredited and award-winning floral designer, Jackie's industry experience spans 32 years. A former retail florist, today Jackie serves as Director of Education and Industry Relations for the Floriology Institute, where he shares his passion for floral design with florists across the country. His creation is the Modern Rose & Gerbera Daisy Bouquet. Margaret Fleegal: 1-800-Flowers.com Twinbrook Floral Design, Fairfax, VA Margaret began her floral career in the mass market industry, where she discovered a desire to create her own designs. She began to learn everything she could about the business and worked to develop her own unique style, eventually opening her own shop nearly 25 years ago. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/1-800-flowerscom-introduces-2019-local-artisan-collection-300833340.html

Flower etiquette has changed dramatically over time. But the type you give still sends a message. - The Washington Post

Amy Merrick in her new book “On Flowers,” just published by Artisan Books. In her new book “On Flowers: Lessons from an Accidental Florist” Merrick observes one of the mysteries of a florist’s life. Though she spends her days arranging thoughtful bouquets and compositions for others, “it is an unwritten law of the universe that no one ever sends a florist flowers” she writes. Are they afraid they would be judged or that their message would be messed up? “I w... https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/home/when-you-send-flowers-what-message-are-you-sending/2019/11/05/61d33abc-f1e2-11e9-8693-f487e46784aa_story.html

Prada Introduces Fashionable Floral Arrangements Around the World - Vogue

In New York, Milan, Paris, London, Moscow, Shanghai, and Tokyo, the brand has partnered with local florists to create custom Prada bouquets that will be wrapped, of course, in the brand’s Resort 2020 campaign instead of traditional flower paper.In New York, the bouquets will be available at Bethel Food Gourmet in the West Village—and as with any bit of luxury fashion, they will be exclusive and specially made. You see, not just any floral arrangement is Prada-worthy: In keeping with the palette and pared-back theme of the Resort collection, Prada is offering special flowers for its bouquets. Yellow celosias, pink dahlias, white oriental lilies, red celosias, and big sunflowers are what’s on Prada’s floral menu, to name a few, allowing for shoppers to customize the exact arrangement to their taste. The installations will be open for a limited time only, so head to Bethel’s soon to get your Prada fix, or check out one of Prada’s international stands at I Fiorai di Piazza del Carmine in Milan, Maison Meunier in Paris, Petals at Bibendum in London, Flower Studio 55 in Moscow, the Beast flagship store in Shanghai, or Nicolai Bergman’s store in Tokyo. https://www.vogue.com/slideshow/prada-resort-2020-floral-arrangements

Blooming brilliant Ramsgate flower shop gains place in exclusive Good Florist Guide - The Isle of Thanet News

York Street Flowers is in the exclusive guideRamsgate’s florist York Street Flowers has been crowned as one of the UK’s best floristsThe business has been accepted into the exclusive Good Florist Guide, the gold standard of floristry and the only merit-based guide to the finest florists in the UK and Republic of Ireland.Acknowledged as the ‘little black book’ of the very best British and Irish florists, York Street Flowers were awarded the prestigious accolade last week.Owner Karen Harvey said: “We are delighted to be accepted into the Good Florist Guide. We are passionate about flowers, design, quality and the service we give to each of our customers so it is wonderful to have this recognised.”To be part of the guide, florists undergo a rigorous evaluation process before being approved. York Street Flowers submitted a detailed description of the floristry business, including the range available and services offered as well as images of the business premises,  design work, their team and even the delivery vehicle! It was then assessed... https://theisleofthanetnews.com/2019/11/19/blooming-brilliant-ramsgate-flower-shop-gains-place-in-exclusive-good-florist-guide/

Orillia flower shop still blooming after 60 years (6 photos) - OrilliaMatters.Com

Marian said.Passion does, too, and that’s what Sandra brings to the table.While in high school, she attended summer courses offered by Flowers Canada. She continued working as a florist while attending university in Ottawa.When she moved back to Orillia in the mid-’90s, she was excited to get to work at her parents’ shop. It’s a job she enjoys now as much as she did then.“It’s the creative aspect of it. I get to express somebody’s sentiment with flowers,” she said. “It’s the personal touch.”The business comes with its challenges, though.“Right now, it’s online shopping,” Sandra said, but assured all of the orders placed, whether online or in person, are designed in store.It’s also difficult to find trained florists, she said, but Evans Flowers has managed to employ eight people.“It’s not a great-paying industry, it’s hard work and it’s stressful,” she said, noting one has to be passionate about it.Despite the challenges, Sandra sees a rosy future for Evans Flowers.“As long as the community support is there, businesses will remain,” she said. “The box stores have taken from every industry, but it’s the quality of service and the product that I offer that I hope continues to shine through.”According to her parents, the business is in good hands.“As parents and former owners, we’re very proud of the role Sandy has assumed and her growing the business,” Jerry said.Sandra thanked the community for its support over the years.“I cannot be more grateful. Let’s hope for another 60 years,” she said.To mark the milestone, Evans Flowers will be donating a portion of its November sales to Mariposa House Hospice. Certain amounts will be donated for purchases of both more and less than $60.It’s a cause Sandra is happy to support.“It’s something that this community needs,” she said. “The last stage of life has touched all of us. Having a place where someone can go with their family in the community is important.”The business will also be offering weekly giveaways and prizes in store and on its social media platforms.For more information about Evans Flowers, call 705-325-2719, visit its website or stop in at the shop at 47 West St. N. https://www.orilliamatters.com/local-news/orillia-flower-shop-still-blooming-after-60-years-6-photos-1773822

Business Spotlight: Blooming Business - Springfield Business Journal

Hartman says. “I still get emails pretty frequently asking how to start a flower truck, and the whole concept is gaining momentum.”Kate Penn, CEO of the Society of American Florists, says retail floral sales have been growing – to the tune of $35 billion in 2017, a $2 billion increase from the year prior, according to a U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis report on personal consumption expenditures.Penn says the mobile floral business is catching on, and she describes it as “experiential, interactive purchasing.”“There’s a lot of innovation and entrepreneurialism in the flower-buying space right now,” Penn says, noting floral sales have steadily increased during the last decade. “There is a big trend across retail right now, and the floral industry is no different. It’s the idea of trying to do something creative that makes what you’re purchasing interactive and memorable and fun.”The consumer appeal, she says, is being able to walk down the street, stop at a flower truck and purchase flowers by the stem, or create an individual bouquet. “It’s a super smart business model,” Penn says. ... https://sbj.net/stories/business-spotlight-blooming-business,66208?

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