Clyde Flower Shop News
Dolphinton blossoms in annual Flower Show
Tuesday, August 28, 2018Saturday. And there was a good turnout with some excellent entries in all of the categories. The show was opened by South Lanarkshire councillor Eric Holford. And the Conservative member for Clydesdale East was given a present by local residents Ryan and Logan Gilbey for helping out on the day. Results: Trophies and prizes: Jimmy Dickson Cup - Flower Section: Ann Ross WRI Cup - Vegetable Cup: David Millar Mrs John Mackenzie Cup - Floral Art: Janet Noble WRI Cup - Industrial Section: Anne Hutchison WRI Cup - Handcraft Section: Ros Stuart-Monteith Jean McCracken Cup - Photographs Section: Jimmy Glasgow Marion Gilchrist Rosebowl - Children's Section: Eilidh Lister & Kaitlin Gilbey (joint winners) Golden Spud - Children's Section: Anna Milne Special prizes: Flower Section: Margaret Adamson - large vase of garden flowers Vegetable Section: Rob Dickson - three tomatoes Floral Art Section: Janet Noble - foliage arrangement Industrial Section: Rob Dickson - oatie biscuits Handcraft Section: Ann Ross - crochet Photograph Section: Jimmy Glasgow - "Family Matters" Children under nine: Caitlin Cairns - handwriting Children nine-15: Eilidh Lister - handwork - A zebra General prizes: Four poppies - 1st Rob Dickson, 2nd Pam ... http://www.peeblesshirenews.com/news/16600039.dolphinton-blossoms-in-annual-flower-show/
Don't like weeds? Plant flowers
Tuesday, July 17, 2018Seven Mile Road. The beaches are full of awful weeds, from the beach going south. Whose idea was it to look at weeds instead of the beautiful water?” Tom in Clyde Township: “To the horseback riders who let your animals go to the bathroom on the Wadhams Trail, shame on you. If you’re going to use the trail, be a responsible owner and at least take a shovel with you to move your animal’s waste over to the side. I counted seven huge messes between Wadhams and McLean Road. This is a residential area with many walkers, strollers and bikers using this trail. It is quite disgusting seeing this, and smelling this as you try to enjoy the trail. So get your act together, get off your horse, clean up after your animal if you’re going to use the trail, or don’t use it.” Bears “went to the bathroom” on the trail I ran last week. It was exciting. Rose in Port Huron: “Michael, you should have directed John from Croswell to call the Humane Society about the dogs instead of giving the answer you did. I don’t understand how people let kids and animals stay out in the heat or cold after all the talk about it.” No Name: “The City Council was talking about the city with the motor homes. There are people living in a motor home on Bancroft in the 1700 block. There is a black motor home with people living in it. Is that allowed?” Port Huron Resident: “I just wanted to know why they didn’t have a Ferris wheel or merry-go-round at the carnival. And there were no elephant ears at the carnival.” No elephant ears? That’s not a carnival. The carnival company brought that sky needle ride instead of a Ferris wheel. https://www.thetimesherald.com/story/opinion/readers/talk-back/2018/07/16/like-weeds-plant-flowers/36900685/
A Arrangement Florist moves to new space with new ownership - Spartanburg Herald Journal
Tuesday, March 28, 2017E. 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
BARRY LEVINE: Songs of love to go with the candy and flowers - The Albany Herald
Monday, March 06, 2017The song was featured in Presley’s 1961 film “Blue Hawaii” and was No. 1 for six weeks during that year. “Can’t Help Falling in Love” was one of Presley’s 18 No. 1 hits.2 – “A Lover’s Question” by Clyde McPhatter. Brook Benton and Jimmy T. Williams wrote the 1958 pop/R&B hit that climbed to No. 6 on the charts. McPhatter began his career with Billy Ward & The Dominoes in 1950, but left the group to form The Drifters in 1953. He departed The Drifters in 1954 to begin a solo career. “A Lover’s Question” was his only Top 10 hit.3 – “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” by the Righteous Brothers. The song, which was written by Phil Spector, Barry Mann and Cynthia Wall, topped the charts in 1965 and was the year’s fifth-best selling song. “Rolling Stone” magazine ranked “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” as No. 34 on the list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. This was the Righteous Brothers’ only No. 1 hit.4 – “So Much in Love” by The Tymes. This 1963 smash was the quintet’s only No. 1 hit. They had one other Top 10 hit later in the year with a remake of Johnny Mathis’ “Wonderful, Wonderful.”5 – “Will You Love Me Tomorrow?” by The Shirelles. Gerry Goffin and Carole King wrote the song for The Shirelles, who took the tune to No. 1 in 1960. The song is important because it is the first by an all-girl group to reach the top of the charts. The quartet had one other No. 1 hit with “Soldier Boy” in 1961. They also had several other Top 10 hits.6 – “A World Without Love” by Peter & Gordon. Penned by Beatle Paul McCartney for the British duo, it hit No. 1 in 1964 and was the duo’s first release. Peter was Peter Asher, brother of McCartney’s girlfriend, Jane Asher. McCartney gave the song to Peter and Gordon because he didn’t think it was suitable for The Beatles.7 – “Young Love” by Sonny James. The country singer’s version charted in 1957 and eventually climbed to No. 1. It was No. 1 on the country charts for nine weeks, and remained the longest-reigning of James’ 23 chart-topping songs. It was ranked as the No. 8 song for 1957.8 – “Love Letters in the Sand” by Pat Boone. The song was written in 1931 by J. Fred Coots, Nick Kenny and Charles Kenny, but it did not become a major hit until the summer of 1957. Boone’s version was No. 1 for five weeks and was the No. 2 song of the year. It was the fourth of hi... http://www.albanyherald.com/news/local/barry-levine-songs-of-love-to-go-with-the-candy/article_d63a298b-fffb-5bb1-b3b5-787665d0b187.html
10 gifts for gardeners: From succulents and seeds to tools and toys - Daily Press
Tuesday, December 20, 2016Root Viewer to inspire your littlest gardener, $14.99; and "Cozy Potting Shed" jigsaw puzzle with a 300-piece large format, $19.99. Available at the Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News; 757-595-1900 or thevlm.org.5. Tool timeMonet had his paintbrush. Da Vinci had his chisel. Gardeners need their tools, too. Give them a trowel, some gloves, snippers and such. Individually sold, as well as in attractive gift sets, in prices $9.99 and up at McDonald Garden Center, 1123 W. Pembroke Ave., Hampton; call 757-722-7463.6. Pruning primerWinter is the time to shape up small trees and shrubs and prune back overgrown species. Corona helps accomplish the task with dual-cut pruners that cut up to one-inch branches, $36.99; leather scabbard to safeguard pruners, $16.99; and a sharpening tool that handles pruners, shears, loppers, knives, scissors and more, $11.99. Available individually or as a gift set at Peninsula Hardwood Mulch on Lakeside Drive, York County; 757-898-3002, peninsulahardwoodmulchinc.com.7. Ginkgo gorgeousThe legendary ginkgo tree that grows in Grace Arents Garden bestows its sartorial splendor on your own wardrobe. Every autumn, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden horticulturist Elizabeth Fogel chooses the most beguiling of the trees golden leaves to be hand-dipped in copper, preserving each ruffle and flourish in a perfect patina. Choose the size and shape that suits your style and wear it as a pin or a necklace. Cost: $27-$45, price varies according to size; $12 leather necklace. Available at Lewis Ginter gift shop on Lakeside Avenue, Richmond; 804-262-9887; lewisginter.org.8. Gifts galoreAt Countryside Gardens in Hampton, fashions, home décor and gardening-related gifts play an important role in the garden center's service to customers, according to owner Tish Llaneza. Hence, gifts for gardeners include fun items like nature and gardening bingo for all ages, $16.99. For gardeners who like their coffee or hot chocolate before heading outdoors, there are flower pot mugs with shovel stirrers, $19.99 each. Countryside is located at 220 E. Mercury Blvd.; 757-722-9909 or countrysidegardens.biz.9. Ho-ho hoeAt The Gardener's Workshop in Newport News, the Japanese hand hoe is a customer favorite, according to owner Lisa Ziegler. It takes out carpets of weeds in one swipe, she says, and maintains a sharp edge, thanks to its blade forged of high carbon steel. It is available in right and left-handed models. Holiday special: $19.95, plus $7.95 shipping and handling (regular price $24.95). The Gardener's Workshop, an online garden center in Newport News at thegardenersworkshop.com or 888-977-7159.10. Festive lookFor gardeners who decorate their yard and gardens, a fresh Fraser fir wreath enhanced with greenery is just the thing. Prices start at $34.99, available at Ken Matthews Garden Center on Route 17, Grafton area of York County; 757-898-7799 or kenmatthewsgardencenter.com.When in doubt•There's one universal, fits-everyone gardener gift that can be found at local garden and wildlife centers or from landscape designers — a gift certificate that enables them to pick out something they've... http://www.dailypress.com/features/home-garden/dp-fea-diggin-in-gifts-gardeners-1218-20161217-story.html
Alexandria Florist Invents Free Online Puzzle Game - The Zebra
Sunday, February 10, 2019District of Columbia. Originally designed as a game to be played in Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC, SillyPuzzles has now branched out as far as Florida and Texas with new puzzles being designed daily.To play the free game, players create an account and login to see nearby puzzles listed in order by distance from their phone. When they get near the designated puzzle location, a clue or question appears. Some are easy and require only that the player observe the point of interest and answer a question. Others require the use of logic to solve a math problem or a riddle.SillyPuzzles is free to play. There are no ads to view and players will not be subjected to any advertising unless they choose a puzzle that takes them to a retail merchant location that is indicated in the puzzle description. Premium Memberships may be available in the future.For more information. visit sillypuzzles.com. https://thezebra.org/2018/07/10/alexandria-florist-invents-free-online-puzzle-game/
Horticulture expert brings floral design class to ASU - The State Press
Sunday, February 10, 2019Anderson received a master's degree in horticulture, the science and art of growing plants, at Kansas State University and her doctorate in horticulture from Texas A&M University. She also taught classes in floral design at both universities.Anderson will teach a topic course called Wellness in Floral Art for the 2019 spring semester at ASU. The class will focus on how flowers relieve stress and affect the senses. “It’s biophilia, so we’re being connected back to nature, which is where we come from," Anderson said. "Working with plants is a therapy, so not only is it a therapy for me to educate others on floral design as an art form and a stress reliever, (but) it’s also awesome to see other people benefit from it.” While 90 universities in the U.S. offer bachelor's degrees in horticulture, only two universities offer degrees in floral design according to The Bachelor's Portal. As a result, aspiring floral designers often select horticulture as a major.However, Anderson said an arts background is more valuable for entering the floral design field and modified her horticulture research accordingly. “When I was managing studios in San Diego and Los Angeles, the owners of the studios kept asking me to find florists that had an art background, not a plant science or horticulture background,” Anderson said. “That’s when I got the idea that we need (to) advocate floral design as an art form in order to have a more educated work force.” Anderson also has her own business, The Flori.Culture, in which she teaches floral art classes and creates arrangements for clients. She said she has created arrangements for events hosted by large companies including Cisco and Walgreens.On the website, Anderson runs a blog called The Chlorophyll Chronicle where she discusses "flowers. food. fashion." She also has a YouTube channel, The Flori.Culture, where she shows off arrangements and gives tutorials on how to make them. “If you are interested in floral design, in the aesthetics, then you are probably also interested in food and fashion and even interior design, so I think it all goes hand-in-hand," Anderson said. [embedded content]Katherine Merveille, the owner of Merveille Floral and Design Atelier and a colleague of Anderson, said that Anderson’s extensive... http://www.statepress.com/article/2018/10/spartcult-floral-art-advocate-brings-new-classes-to-asu
5 Free Apps to Order Valentine's Flowers - The Mac Observer
Tuesday, February 05, 2019From You Flowers offers beautiful flower arrangements for same day delivery by a local florist. Whether you need to send flowers to New York, Texas, or California, FromYouFlowers.com offers USA flower delivery from coast to coast. Want to make it a one-of-a-kind gift? Add a teddy bear, chocolates or a balloon bouquet to your online flower order.Be the first to know about promotion and discount announcements about flower arrangements! Also, you can quickly place a flower order with your mobile device and send flowers to your loved ones with the same day delivery option using the special day reminders and deals. [4 Valentine Apps to Shop for That Special Someone]Photo by Amy Shamblen on Unsplash... https://www.macobserver.com/tips/quick-tip/5-apps-valentines-flowers/
Baacks to the future: New owners adding wine, beer option with delivery of flowers, gifts - ReporterNews.com
Tuesday, February 05, 2019Dan Harwell purchased the company in 1972, and later his son, Luke, joined the business full-time in 2002 after graduating from Texas Tech University. The younger Harwell eventually took over operations of the family business. Under the new owners, some things remain the same. One fixture is the employees, including a designer who has been at Baack’s for 31 years, Petre said. There also are efforts to revive some former Baack’s traditions, such as a Christmas open house and growing some plants in-house, Petre said. Her brother, Marc Petre, is sprucing up the shuttered greenhouses on the property, she said. At one time, Baack’s was known for cultivating poinsettias, geraniums, Easter lilies, hydrangeas and annual bedding plants, according to the Reporter-News archives. In addition to floral arrangements for all occasions, Baack’s also offers the crafting and delivery of gift boxes around many themes, such as golf, fishing, hunting and tailgating. Packages also can be created for children’s events, baby showers, Father’s Day and other special moments, Petre said. Her goal is to use products from local wineries and chocolatiers to include with her gift options. Late bloomer Managing a flower and gift shop is a dream come true for Petre, who previously worked as a bartender for 10 years. That experience in the alcohol industry will be a plus with the addition of the wine and beer delivery with Baack's flowers and gift boxes, she said. “I’ve always been artistic and real artsy, and I love making things look pretty,” Petre said. “I always thought that it would be so cool to be able to own a flower shop and to do that every day.” Her previous creative interests include making stylish belt buckles and jewelry out of bones and antlers. She first learned about wine and beer delivery while attending a floral design workshop in Austin several months ago. “I’m 43 years old and I needed a change. I quit my job and this just kind of fell in our laps. I like to call it divine intervention,” Petre said. https://www.reporternews.com/story/money/business/local/2019/01/17/new-abilene-florist-baacks-owners-adding-wine-beer-option-flower-gift-box-delivery/2548924002/