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HilverdaFlorist exhibits at American Takii during California Spring Trials 2020 - PerishableNews

Our complete assortment in Pot & Garden plants consists of: Echinacea Mooodz, Salvia Salgoon, Hellebore Winterbells, Garvinea Garden Gerbera, Pot Gerberas Flori Line and Sundayz, Patio Gerbera, Alstroemeria Inticancha, Alstroemeria Summer Paradise, Dahlia Rebel, Dianthus Flow, Sunflor, Beauties.Practical information California Spring TrialsWhere: American Takii, 301 Natividad Road SalinasWhen: March 28 till April 1 2020Time:  8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ... https://www.perishablenews.com/floral/hilverdaflorist-exhibits-at-american-takii-during-california-spring-trials-2020/

Pumpkin power: How to bring some pop to your fall decor - The Detroit News

Florist Brittany Ross at English Gardens actually suggests not carving pumpkins to hold flowers. She says pumpkins and flowers don’t mix well, meaning the flowers won’t last as long if they’re put right into a carved pumpkin and neither will the pumpkin. For those who still chose to go that route, Ross suggests using a vase inside the pumpkin for flowers. As far as her favorite mix of flowers in the fall, Ross says she loves to use chrysanthemum or daisies, which last a long times. She also likes mums and even carnations. She says carnations are coming back. “I’m a big fan,” says Ross. “Carnations come in so many different colors that people aren’t aware of and they’re gorgeous. And you can get them to last two to three weeks.” For greenery, she likes to use eucalyptus. “They smell nice and when they do start to dry out, they start to look more fall-looking with time,” she said And when it comes to pumpkins, heirloom pumpkins — which come in wide variety of shapes and colors — are hot these days, says Ross. “Everybody is doing during more gray tones in their homes so they come in blues, almost pinks, tans, white and beiges,” she said. Neutral fall decor And who says fall decor or arrangements have to be orange at all? They don’t, says West Michigan design blogger and author Liz Marie Galvan. Galvan, who lives on a farm with her husband and baby son, has a home decor and vintage store near Grand Rapids called The Found Cottage. She  says fall decor can also be done in neutrals. “It can be whatever fits your style,” wrote Galvan in a post on her popular blog, lizmarieblog.com. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/life/home-garden/2019/10/17/fall-decor-and-arrangements-pumpkins/3910822002/

New Houston home design shops have much to offer - Houston Chronicle

The Webster Laure Heriard Dubreuil’s clever Galleria shop, The Webster, is carving out some space for home goods now. Parisian architect/designer Stéphane Parmentier will be sourcing inventory for the store, ultimately a collection of unusual and, often, one-of-a-kind pieces that will evolve throughout the year. In addition to a curated collection of art found throughout the boutique, you’ll find hand-blown glass pieces by master artist Laurence Brabant, ceramics/sculptures by Belgian artist Harvey Bouterse, Franz West’s floor lamps, and stools, stained-glass trays and artful tableware from the artisan-based Dragonfly Collection. 5045 Westheimer; open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-6 p.m. Sunday Paloma & Co. One of the newest tennants at The Cottages at Matt Camron at Westheimer and Bammel is Paloma & Co., the home decor shop launched by business partners Devon Liedtke and interior designer Paloma Contreras. At their neatly curated store, you’ll find vintage and antique furniture, of course, but the real finds are among their collection of original art and hand-crafted items they source across the U.S. and in their travels. During a recent visit I found sweet porcelain bud vases ($27), linen cocktail napkins ($30) and some fabulous ikat print pillows ($175-$200). 2705 Bammel Lane; open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Roseanette Navarro Interiors Interior designer Roseanette Navarro’s dream for the past 20 years has been to open her own store, and she finally got it. It, too, is located in the Matt Camron cottages. She has exclusive U.S. selling rights to the French Amanda de Montal candles ($80 and $300) and carries a smattering of beautiful throw pillows ($75-$400), coral ($125), crystal pieces ($200) and geodes ($140). You’ll come here for her French and Italian lighting and antiques, including an original Murano glass Sputnik-style chandelier ($8,500) or an ornate French chair she reupholstered in a more modern black leather ($1,800). 3209 Westheimer; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday Janet Gust Design Stu-di-o ... https://www.houstonchronicle.com/life/style/luxe-life/article/New-Houston-home-design-shops-have-much-to-offer-13810864.php

Check out the newest businesses to launch in Glendale - KABC-TV

Amparo Serrano in 2004, sells bright and colorful toys that promote inclusiveness and having fun. It's getting mixed feedback so far, with a three-star rating out of three Yelp reviews. Yelper Arvin A., who was among the first to review it on Jan. 10, wrote, "Saw this colorful store from far away and it got my attention. When I went in, everyone was so nice and welcoming and one of the girls there explained the story line to me and showed me around. Amazing concept. Amazing store. Loving the idea of it." And Winnie L. said, "I took a quick tour around, but didn't find any items for anyone's kids that I know. The toys are all plastic-based and I'm not sure I understand them. I suppose they're aliens in capsules for adoption and accessories are also sold to keep them well or something? There are also useful products, such as pencil cases and backpacks, but the characters are slightly too out of this world for my taste." The new store is open from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on Sunday. Mr Furley's Bar 224 N. Brand Blvd. Photo: MR FURLEY'S BAR/Yelp Mr Furley's Bar is a new bar and traditional American spot. There is an extensive craft beer list, hand-crafted cocktails and classic bar food like beef or chicken skewers, pulled pork sandwiches and mozzarella sticks. Enjoy fun and games with pool tables, dart boards and shuffleboard tables. It's on its way to building a local fan base, with a four-star rating out of 40 reviews on Yelp. Michael B., who reviewed it on Dec. 16, said, "The setup is gr... https://abc7.com/food/check-out-the-newest-businesses-to-launch-in-glendale/5096854/

7 Ways to Not Hate Valentine Day - D Magazine

German heritage are evident in Kaiser Atelier’s heirloom-quality unisex rings and cuff links, which they both design and make by hand-carving wax molds. The Sultan blue topaz and 14-karat gold ring, $2,400. The Ritter 14-karat gold cuff links, $1,500. Play It by Ear Skip the predictable infinity necklace and surprise her with on-trend and affordable earrings from local jewelry studios.M Street StudioAcrylic Petal Earrings, $68Tribe AliveFigure Tassel earrings, $68 OpalMilkCheval Noir earrings, $250Express Your EmotionsIf you’ve ever scored an invite to one of Dallas’ high-fashion luncheons, you’ve probably seen arrangements by Patricio Rivera of Twelve Thirty Four, a Honduran-born fashion designer turned florist extraordinaire. He spoke with us about the art of arranging, which he says is “all about emotion.”“I’d say focus on texture, focus on shape, and focus on colors. Like, I’ll take a picture of my vessel with my Pantone app and then that gives me a list of pairing colors to work from. Then I add my emotion to the design. But stay away from what’s expected. If you’re going to do a red rose, open it up to give it a different look. It’s called reflexing a rose. You let the roses sit for an hour outside water, then you pull the petals back one by one. For this arrangement, I used dahlias—my sister’s favorite flowers—and wheat. I’ve been asked, ‘Do you use weeds in your arrangemen... https://www.dmagazine.com/publications/d-magazine/2019/february/7-ways-to-not-hate-valentines-day/

Victoria's Mobile Flower Shop is always in bloom with a new brick-and-mortar store - Tribune-Review

Brookline basement, where she lives with her husband Josh and their dog Harris.Victoria’s Mobile Flower Shop now has a brick-and-mortar store in Avalon.It’s a bright and sunny space located at 643 California Ave. Years ago, the building housed a barber. When he retired from the hairstyling business, his wife transformed it into a flower shop.The shelves are relatively bare — lined with a few locally made products, including soaps, T-shirts and candles — but that will change after the holiday season when Smith has time to make the place blossom.Since opening in early December, she’s hosted classes on everything from block-printing and hand-lettering to wreath-making and cocktail mixology. The studio also is available to rent for private parties. There’s a large white table in the center of the store where people can work and mingle. Harris, a friendly pup who looks like a Muppet come to life, greets customers at the door.“More than anything, I want this to be a community space,” Smith says. “I even had a sign out front last week that said, ‘Don’t come in here for flowers. Come for conversation and a cup of coffee.’ ”Giving back to the community is important to Smith, which is why she launched an online Pay It Forward campaign. People can donate money through PayPal and, once the pot reaches $25, Victoria’s Mobile Flower Shop will deliver a bouquet to someone who could use a morale boost. Smith has already compiled a list of nursing homes and hospitals in the area.Aside from making deliveries, the truck will be parked for the winter. Smith is taking requests from individuals and businesses who want to book it for events when the warm weather rolls in.She hopes the Daihatsu – which boasts the license plate FLOWERS – is a welcome sight in every Pittsburgh neighborhood and inspires people to pick a bouquet.“A lot of times people think flowers are a luxury they can’t get for themselves,” Smith says. “But, when you make them accessible and it’s something you can grab one or 40 of, it makes your day.”TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox.More Allegheny Stories... https://triblive.com/local/pittsburgh-allegheny/victorias-mobile-flower-shop-is-always-in-bloom-with-a-new-brick-and-mortar-store/

No time to stop and smell the roses: Dream leads local florist to Rose Parade - Steamboat Pilot & Today

Longtime Steamboat Springs resident Susanne Bostrom is in California helping to build the floats for the Rose Parade.John F. RussellSTEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Longtime Steamboat Springs resident Susanne Bostrom can’t stop smiling these days as she talks about realizing her dream of being one of 900 volunteers who will be creating the floats for this year’s Rose Parade.“It was always a dream of mine,” Bostrom said of working on the floats that will roll just over five miles down Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena on New Year’s Day. “Fifteen years ago, I went to the Rose Parade because I was on board of directors of FTD for our district. They took the district representatives, and we were carted around in limousines. We got to go behind the scenes and meet all the main designers and went to the parade.”But even before that, Bostrom, who owned Alpine Floral & Atrium until she closed the business in 2012, dreamed of being a part of the New Year’s celebration. Last April, she learned she had been selected to work with Fiesta Parade Floats, one of th... https://www.steamboatpilot.com/news/no-time-to-stop-and-smell-the-roses-dream-leads-local-florist-to-rose-parade/

Redding woman will use 23,000 flowers to bring Rose Bowl float to life - Chico Enterprise-Record

The final leg — decorating week — starts the day after Christmas, complete with a judging at the end.Like stories about the Golden State? Click here to get our In California newsletter in your inbox.“It’s kind of two different ways you can take it: more of a realistic, elegant way or more of a fun and cartoon-y way,” Toney said.A conceptual design of the 2020 Cal Poly Rose Parade float, “Aquatic Aspirations.” (Cal Poly — Contributed)This year’s theme is “The Power of Hope,” and Toney and her team are creating an undersea landscape with a submarine floating above. How does their “Aquatic Aspirations” design tie into that? The idea is that seafarers are out hoping to spot some treasure, but end up finding the wonders of the natural world even more rewarding.To make that concept believable, Toney said her team has been in constant contact with farmers throughout California as they choose the right flowers for the job — color, shape and seasonality all factor in.And that’s just the logistical piece.Students work on the submarine portion of the Aquatic Aspirations float in Pomona. (Tom Zasadzinski — Cal Poly)Once they pick out flowers, the team has to figure out how to arrange them in a way that quickly and clearly conveys the float’s message.“You only have a few seconds for people to see your float, so it’s really critical to use things that allow people to understand what it is,” Toney said.While Toney initially signed up for float club as a creative and social outlet, she’s also a business administration major who’s learning lessons that would play out in her future career — from working to secure the right flowers to ironing out any disputes that might come up.It all takes a lot of ingenuity — and, at least this year, a lot of cleanup. Toney’s team is using tiny plastic vials to fill the float with green flowers, and each one will need cleaning. They’re also using upside-down floral arrangements to mimic the look of jellyfish, and — since natural materials are a must — coffee grounds to color a sunken ship.Maddie Toney holds a patch commemorating the 2020 Rose Parade float. (Tom Zasadzinski — Cal Poly)At the end of it all, there’s nothing like seeing the final product with everyone else as it makes its way down Pasadena’s Colorado B... https://www.chicoer.com/redding-woman-will-use-23000-flowers-to-bring-rose-bowl-float-to-life

Dear Abby: Boyfriend kindly ordered flowers, but they arrived looking tattered - Chicago Sun-Times

I don’t know what to do. I don’t have many other friends. I live out of state from my family, and I still love her dearly. How should I proceed? — SELF-HELPER IN CALIFORNIADEAR SELF-HELPER: Proceed by continuing to move forward. If you seek out new activities, you will meet more people with common interests. Do not drop her. Call her periodically to check in, and make a point of inviting her to join you in some of your new interests. However, if she refuses, do not let it deter you from doing what you must to aid in your healing. I congratulate you for finding the strength to get the help you needed.Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.What teens need to know about sex, drugs, AIDS and getting along with peers and parents is in “What Every Teen Should Know.” Send your name and mailing address, plus check or money order for $8 (U.S. funds), to: Dear Abby, Teen Booklet, P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447. (Shipping and handling are included in the price.)... https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/1/18/21071522/dear-abby-boyfriend-kindly-ordered-flowers-but-they-arrived-looking-tattered