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

A get-well bouquet could channel a favorite place, pastime or dream.[Obama party planner Bryan Rafanelli shares his secrets for a memorable bash]Ashley Greer, owner of Atelier Ashley Flowers in Alexandria, Va., said clients tend to get stressed out about their flower choices. “Some people are very self-conscious when it comes to flowers and their impressions,” Greer says. “People think that the flowers they use at an event or that they send are a direct reflection on them. And they want to be careful that their arrangement reflects their taste, their style and the occasion.” Condolence flowers may be what people most obsess about. “When you are sending something for a funeral you want to be sensitive,” Greer says. “Sometimes people say they don’t want to send anything that looks fun. They prefer something white and green.”Dowling, whose studio is in Alexandria, says condolence flowers “don’t have to be all white. Having flowers that are soft and comforting and focus on texture is a good way to go. Make them personal, and possibly reflecting a certain flower the person loved. Then they can really evoke the sense of a warm hug.”New York flower designer and illustrator Cathy Graham says her go-to sympathy flowers include a paperwhite plant and a white or blue hydrangea plant that could bloom for a few weeks. “You don’t have to do all white, but I would not use bright, festive colors.”Don’t overlook household pets when you are creating a bouquet or arrangement to send to someone, says Graham. “Lilies and other flowers are bad for cats,” says Graham, who worries about that with her own two ginger cats Reggie and Cheddar. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals publishes a list of plants that are poisonous to pets.The main thing with flowers is don’t overthink them. “People are so touched by your making the effort to send flowers that pretty much whatever you send will be appreciated,” Graham says. SKC PhotographyIncluded in this Atelier Ashley Flowers design for a baby shower are ranunculus, which means radiant charm. It never hurts to let a woman who is about to give birth know that she is radiant, owner Ashley Greer says.Anne Chertoff, chief operating officer of Beaumont Etiquette, a New York consulting firm, says it’s always a good idea to check on religious practices and customs. “People like to know the rules,” she says. “They can think about the message they want to get across. Then it’s up to them if and when they want to use the rules or break with them.” For instance, flowers for a funeral often center on lilies. But she says instead of flowers, it’s customary for Jews to send or bring food to the homes of the family who aren’t supposed to cook during the shiva, which lasts seven days, and also to feed people who come to pay respects to the family. “I’m Jewish, so I would send an edible arrangement,” she says. Amy Merrick, a flower designer who ran her own studio in Brooklyn and now focuses on events and teaching, says she’s found that many customers don’t have a very good knowledge of the varieties of flowers and place more importance on the style or mood of their arrangements. “The average person does have an interest in what flowers represent, but not in the historical context,” she says. People are sending their own messages, choosing them based on the personality of the recipient and the personality of the flowers. “I think buying a bunch of daisies signifies this is a sweet, free-spirited personality, whereas an orchid has a more elegant feel to it,” Merrick says.Tif HunterDaisies are good to send to someone who has a casual, free-spirited style, says Amy M... 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

Famed florist to present during Atlanta Botanical Garden Flower Show - Atlanta Journal Constitution

Orchid Daze exhibition inside the Fuqua Orchid Center. The show is chaired by Mary Wayne Dixon and Mary Katherine Greene and honors Pat Hartrampf. Margaret Chambers and Greer Pope chaired the preview party. Proceeds benefit the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s International Plant Exploration Program. For tickets and more information click here. https://www.ajc.com/blog/buzz/famed-florist-present-during-atlanta-botanical-garden-flower-show/cyqPwgRtfpKEOGZaOZwkRM/

Famed florist to present during Atlanta Botanical Garden Flower Show - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)

Orchid Daze exhibition inside the Fuqua Orchid Center.The show is chaired by Mary Wayne Dixon and Mary Katherine Greene and honors Pat Hartrampf. Margaret Chambers and Greer Pope chaired the preview party.Proceeds benefit the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s International Plant Exploration Program. For tickets and more information click here. http://buzz.blog.ajc.com/2018/02/22/famed-florist/

Open Studios to spotlight 145 local artists at 93 locations around Greenville this weekend - Greenville News

DemidovichTessha Zimmerman DickeyJane DoyleShannon K. Dudar  Jaidra Duran  Janina Tukarski EllisSarah Farrar  Drew Fields  Tom Flowers  Linda Q. Furman  Ron GillenLynn GreerSigne and Genna GrushovenkoCindy HammondStarr Haney  Kim Hassold  Michelle JardinesBrad Johnson  Deborah Morrow Johnson  Diarmuid KellyMarsha R. Kennedy  Patricia Kilburg  J. Ashley KirbyLouisa Pyle Kirk  Cathy Zaden LeaCham Little  Laura Lynn LuceDabney Mahanes  Garland MattoxGretta McCallSunny Mullarkey McGowan  Susannah Mele  Glen MillerDumah MorganLaura NanceJacki NewellTeri PenaJulia PetersMeredith Piper  Melanie PuchBetsy PowellCraig RagsdaleJim ReelTeresa Roche  Cindy RoddeyHolly RollinsMarie ScottJulie Hughes ShabkieTim SpeakerBarbara St. Denis  Katy StanberryBarbara Stitt  Jess Stone  Jo Ann TaylorGrey ThompsonCarole Knudson Tinsley  Katie WalkerKristin WencDan WilliamsLu WixonGerry Wubben  Marcy Connors YerkesMatthew Zedler  ClayDavid YoungPhotographyPolly GaillardPhilip GarciaDiane Hopkins-Hug... http://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/entertainment/2017/11/08/greenville-open-studios-spotlights-145-artists-93-locations/843700001/

A Arrangement Florist moves to new space with new ownership - Spartanburg Herald Journal

Spartanburg team, he said the decision to buy A Arrangement was simple because the employees cared so much about their customers and store.Brown said the A Arrangement in Greer still is owned by DeShazor, and Lone Star Bloom has expressed interest in purchasing it when DeShazor retires.“We are growing into the established floral shop arena by acquiring local shops with successful operations and history,” Brown said. “We focus on offering the prior owner a self-controlled exit and transition.”The process has allowed for a seamless change of ownership at A Arrangement in Spartanburg, for employees to keep their jobs and for customers to continue receiving the level of customer service they’ve grown accustomed to, he said.“We want the customers to know that the team is here, even after the transition,” Brown said.Lone Star Bloom recently purchased a 4,000-square-foot retail space at 231 E. Kennedy St. for A Arrangement. The building was formerly split up for businesses over the years, including Gerald's Candy and Nut Shoppe, Clyde Fitness, Crock Pot restaurant and Kennedy Street Florist.Ben Hines and Andy Hayes of Spartanburg-based Spencer/Hines Properties represented the estate of Gerald Tucker in the sale of the Kennedy Street building, listed for $199,000.“Our company is excited that we’re able to retain a retailer to stay in the downtown Spartanburg market,” Hines said. “We know that with A Arrangement’s reputation, they’re making a long-term commitment to the citizens of our community.”Andrew Babb of NAI Earle Furman is handling the sale of the now-vacant South Church Street building, which he said is under contract. ... http://www.goupstate.com/news/20170315/arrangement-florist-moves-to-new-space-with-new-ownership

Tips for holiday table decorations | Home & Garden | Journal Gazette - Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Not only are they going to smell good,” she says, “but they're going to last almost a month.”Go nontraditionalDon't worry about tradition, Stuart says. Her design firm and retail store are in South Carolina, where it's warm year-round. So while she loves using holly and pine in her Christmas decorating, sometimes she uses palm fronds from her yard.She also uses shades of pink and plum, rather than sticking only to red and green. Embrace whatever delights you, she says. Or go beautifully neutral. All three designers say silver and white are great choices.Silver and white can brighten up dark winter nights, especially if they'll be reflecting candlelight. (Candles are a key to creating a beautiful table, says Schuneman: “Candlelight mixed in glass votives, tall candlesticks and pillars will make any table glow and feel special.”)Yip also encourages creative centerpieces: “Sometimes I'll ask people to print their favorite photo from their past year. It could be a photo of a breathtaking vacation they went on or it could be a picture of their kid going back to school,” he says. “And I'll frame those photos and kind of have them scattered down the center of the table.”Another creative option: Ask each guest to bring a favorite book they've read in the past year. Arrange them on the table as decorations and conversation starters. At the end of the night, each guest can leave the party with a different book than they brought.– Melissa Rayworth, Associated Press ... https://www.journalgazette.net/features/home-garden/20191118/tips-for-holiday-table-decorations

If the poinsettias are ready, can Christmas be far behind? - Montreal Gazette

Roberts Poinsett, United States ambassador to Mexico from 1825 to 1829. An avid amateur botanist, he saw euphorbias with red bracts growing wild in the hills around Taxco and had samples sent to his South Carolina home. There he propagated them in his greenhouses and gave them to friends and botanical gardens. Photos: Seasonal sea of red poinsettias at Quebec's La Ferme Grover Guillaume Grover, director of production at La Ferme Grover in the Ste-Dorothée area of Laval north of Montreal, Quebec's largest grower of poinsettias.   John Kenney /Montreal Gazette Inside a sprawling greenhouse at La Ferme Grover in Ste-Dorothée, nearly 300,000 potted poinsettias have been watered and fed for months.   John Kenney /Montreal Gazette The plant owes its English name to Joel Roberts Poinsett, United States ambassador to Mexico from 1825 to 1829.   John Kenney /Montreal Gazette An avid amateur botanist, Poinsett saw euphorbias with red bracts and had samples sent to his South Carolina home, where he grew and gave them to friends and botanical gardens.   John Kenney /Montreal Gazette But what about the Christmas connection? Legend has it that a Mexican girl was walking to church on Christm... https://montrealgazette.com/news/if-ferme-grovers-poinsettias-are-ready-can-christmas-be-far-behind

Jackie Lacey, AAF, AIFD, CFD, PFCI, Is Named National President of American Institute of Floral Designers - Yahoo Finance

Tournament of Roses Parade, and many celebrities have also called upon his expertise." data-reactid="15" During his distinguished career, Mr. Lacey has owned flower shops in Tennessee, Texas and South Carolina and he is one of the nation’s leading authorities on retail floral operations and best practices. He has also won numerous awards and earned many accolades through floral design competitions at the national, state and local levels. He is also renowned internationally for his leading-edge approaches to design and his imaginative floral creations. In addition, he has shared the principles, elements and artistry of his craft during memorable stage presentations, wowing audiences around the world. His floral designs and educational insights have been featured in many magazines, including Floriology®, Flowers &, Modern Bride and Inside Weddings. He has provided his talents to such notable events as the Tournament of Roses Parade, and many celebrities have also called upon his expertise.“I am honored at being named President of such a prestigious industry organization as the American Institute of Floral Designers,” said Mr. Lacey. “The journey to becoming President has been educational, enlightening, and filled with years of hard work. I thank each and every member of AIFD for the trust and confidence they have placed in me.” Dinesh Popat, President of BloomNet, Napco and 1-800-Flowers Franchising, added: “BloomNet is a proud sponsor of AIFD, an esteemed organization that works tirelessly on behalf of floral designers nationwide. We are thrilled that AIFD has chosen Jackie Lacey as its president.” Prior to being named National President of AIFD, Mr. Lacey had served the organization in several capacities, including nearly a decade on AIFD’s membership committee and eight years on the board of directors. He has also served and chaired several teams in developing many of AIFD’s educational courses and programs.About BloomNet®" data-reactid="17" About BloomNet®As the floral industry’s most innovative service provider, BloomNet, Inc. (bloomnet.net), a wholly-owned subsi... https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jackie-lacey-aaf-aifd-cfd-141900919.html

Five Couples Escape the Familiar for Destination Weddings - Louisville.com

Louisville. Although several were used, we wanted to support more.”Brooke Wethington & Scott MorrisonWed on June 7, 2018?Lowndes Grove Plantation, Charleston, South CarolinaPhotographer: Firm AnchorFlowers: Out of the Garden, CharlestonHair and makeup: Meg Workman, CharlestonAttire: Dress from Robert Bullock. Suit from JoS. A. Bank.“The lifesaver to planning my wedding was Instagram,” Brooke says. “I would search hashtags of Charleston weddings. When you plan a destination wedding, you can cut costs by getting married on a weekday — venues are almost half the cost on a Thursday! I was under the impression that planning a destination wedding can be a way to cut costs — less people? — and that is false. I went significantly over my budget due to traveling and adding small details to make my guests more comfortable. And I came home with too many personalized koozies and ChapSticks, so that’s a detail I may have left out. It was the best time having all of my favorite people on the beach just relaxing for days before and after. I strongly suggest having a large area for people to hang out. We rented a large house with a pool. So fun!”Hannah Sells & Geoff LyversWed on July 21, 2018Lost River Cave, Bowling GreenPhotographer: Zoe DannenmuellerHairstylist: Kimberly Spears (and helping hand throughout the day)Attire: Ivory and stone Galina tank ball gown with layered tulle skirt from David’s Bridal and white high-top Converse. Khaki Tommy Hilfiger blazer, khaki Calvin Klein slim-fit pants, navy Roundtree and Yorke leather suspenders, chestnut Crevo Camden leather boots.Makeup: Maggie Bellamy with Makeup by Maggie and the Browtique“You don’t have to have a destination elopement to elope,” Hannah says. “You can elope somewhere cool in public in the town that you live in and skip the cost of a venue and save an incredible amount of money. If you choose somewhere in nature, you don’t even need to buy decorations. If you’re worried about celebrating with or including friends and family, just have a reception after the elopement. Your wedding day and wedding planning are both as hard and as stressful as you make them be.”Kaitlan Bondurant & Robin HerringtonWed on October 20, 2018?Cliffview Lodge, Red River Gorge, Campton, KentuckyPhotographer: Mickie WintersFlowers: Bel-Air Florist, Versailles, KentuckyAttire: Dress from Madison James. Suit from Wildfang.?Hair: Lavish Looks, Sparkle BeelerKaitlan is from Cincinnati and Robin is from Louisville, so Red River Gorge was a good meeting point between the two locations. “Standing in front of the beautiful gorge with all of our friends and family was magical,” Robin says. “We had 60 guests and it was the perfect amount for us. We were able to give all of our guests personal attention, and by the end of the weekend everybody felt like one big family.“(Instagram is) great for initial inspiration, but we started to second-guess our planning decisions after seeing a gorgeous escort card table or fun food station. Trust your instincts and believe in your vision. And get a wedding planner. For real. Jeannie Smith, our planner and coordinator (AshBy Wedding & Event Planning), knew what vendors would be appropriate for what we wanted and, more importantly, knew the vendors that would be willing to trek out into the ... https://www.louisville.com/content/five-couples-escape-familiar-destination-weddings