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New mural going up on Blythe Flowers

Tom SistakCaptionBlythe Flowers owner Tina Davis reached out to their friend Nick Gjonola who owns Surface Designs in Polo, Ill. to design a new “floral-themed” mural. This photo shows the progress made Friday.Contributed photoCaptionThis is a rough draft of what the final mural design should look like when completed.Blythe Flowers in Ottawa is getting a bit of a makeover.A new mural was painted on the side of the building at 1231 La Salle St. and the owners are excited to share their new look.Tina Davis took ownership of the business in 2016, after working there since age 18, and said the current mural has been on the building for 20 years.“It’s seen better days and needed a revamp,” Davis said.Davis said she attempted to contact the original artists to talk about either repainting the mural or painting over it but the organization that painted the mural disbanded over a decade ago and the names on the mural were difficult to read.Davis reached out to her friend Nick... http://www.mywebtimes.com/2018/08/24/new-mural-going-up-on-blythe-flowers/a7hk2i7/

Tina Davis to continue Blythe Flowers story - MyWebTimes.com

Tina Davis is a storyteller.She narrates not with a pen and paper, but instead with floral arrangements.It’s only one aspect of her job as the new owner of Blythe Flowers, 1231 La Salle St., Ottawa, the next step in a journey she began when she was 18 years old.Her love of the industry and her customers has only grown since starting in high school sweeping floors and cleaning flowers.“I like seeing people’s reactions for everything,” Davis said. “Whether they’re happy or sad or even when they come in and have lost a loved one, we help them choose whatever is going to reflect that loved one.”Davis said personality is key when preparing pieces, especially for sympathy arrangements.Each floral arrangement is unique incorporating different elements, such as golf clubs or gardening tools, depending on a person’s interests.“It kind of tells a story, versus making an arrangement, it’s telling a story,” Davis said.Davis recalls telling a lot of stories over her career at Blythe Flowers. Many young women come to the shop to purchase dance flowers in high school, then return to the shop for their wedding and their first children.Regular customers c... http://www.mywebtimes.com/life/tina-davis-to-continue-blythe-flowers-story/article_26b1e1f0-68df-53b2-930b-6bbb8fd11ea6.html

THE BUZZ: Blythe Flowers under new management - MyWebTimes.com

Blythe Flowers under new ownershipTina Davis is the new owner of Blythe Flowers, 1231 La Salle St., Ottawa. Davis has been an employee at Blythe Flowers for 18 years and started as a sales clerk.The flower shop will operate as usual and Davis said the staff will continue to stay up to date with the latest floral trends.Blythe Flowers has been in Ottawa for 63 years and Davis is excited to continue that legacy.Correct Hardwood to open showroomCorrect Hardwood will open an office and showroom in Ottawa.The new building will accommodate hundreds of samples and displays of hardwoods, laminates and tiles in addition to offering the construction and refinishing work that has been offered in the past.The showroom will open in mid-October.Watch for THE BUZZ on Mondays for weekly snapshots of local business and community developments. Share what you know by emailing Brent Bader at brentb@mywebtimes.com, or calling 815-431-4045. http://www.mywebtimes.com/news/local/the-buzz-blythe-flowers-under-new-management/article_1b4a7ae1-3113-500a-95ef-adc7c0e7a563.html

Flower shop names top winners at fair - Brunswick News

The Glynn County Garden Club Council’s clubs — Blythe Island Garden Club, Magnolia Garden Club and Urbana Garden Club members of Oleander District of The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc. and National Garden Clubs, Inc. — opened its Standard Flower Show on Oct. 28 in conjunction with the Exchange Club of Brunswick’s Annual Fair.The show, titled “Elvis,” was judged by nine nationally accredited flower show judges. It featured 24 designs, 199 horticulture entries, and two educational exhibits.The youth sections were filled with 35 plaques, 13 designs and 36 horticulture entries.In the Designs Division, Brenda Griner of Blythe Island Garden Club captured the award of design excellence and design’s choice award for her creative floor design titled “So High.”Rosemary Maulden of Urbana Garden Club was awarded the design petite award with her petite design “GI Blues.”The educational award was presented to Faye Cowart for her informative exhibit on Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation titled “Just Because.”In Horticulture Division, Sherle Beck of Blyth... http://www.thebrunswicknews.com/community_life/flower-shop-names-top-winners-at-fair/article_cd5201ed-3b30-50dc-8d84-cce6b2e92d02.html

THE BUZZ: Marseilles florist receives award; La Salle shop relocates, expands - The Times (subscription)

Floral Design designation and was inducted into the American Institute of Floral Designers during ceremonies July 2 at AIFD's 2015 symposium in Denver, Colo.Davis has worked as a floral designer at Blythe Flowers in Ottawa since 1998."It's awesome to think I was chosen for this prestigious honor among the top designers in the world," Davis said. She said the ceremony was a great personal and professional experience.Bill Blythe, owner of Blythe Flowers, said he was proud of Davis "as she was one of only 69 of the 134 candidates who were tested last year that was accepted (for consideration)."In 2012, Davis was named as Designer of the Year by the Illinois State Floral Association.A nonprofit education association dedicated to the advancement of professional floral design through education and leadership, AIFD Accredited membership is regarded as a high honor in the floral industry. With more than 1,500 memberships worldwide, AIFD recognizes those who have excelled in their floral design skills. Candidates become accredited by successfully demonstrating their advanced abilities before an international panel of evaluators.La Salle clothing store relocates, expandsAfter months of renovation, Kelley Cawley Boutique is moving into its new digs.The women's clothing store is moving from 726 First St. to 701 Firs... http://www.mywebtimes.com/news/local/the-buzz-marseilles-florist-receives-award-la-salle-shop-relocates/article_a2d146ff-424b-5322-8b93-d3f4357ac4f7.html

9-year-old boy earns praise for helping struggling flower vendor: ‘You are one awesome kid!’ - Yahoo Lifestyle

A 9-year-old boy from California has been lauded for going above and beyond for a flower vendor who had appeared to be struggling on the job, KTLA reports.Jeremiah Reyes was on his way to basketball practice with his sister Stephanie when the two came across 57-year-old Israel Parra, who was selling flowers on the side of the road in Santa Ana. Reyes, a fifth grader, told the station that was when he noticed that Parra seemed to be having trouble in the heat with only one arm.“I felt really sad,” he said. “I really wanted to help him out.”When the boy later learned that Parra, who doesn’t have health insurance, was also struggling financially, he decided to take matters into his own hands and created a GoFundMe with a goal of raising $20,000.“It just stayed in my heart and it just made me sad, kept on thinking about it and I really wanted to help him out,” Reyes explained.The generous act caught Parra, who picks up bouquets six days a week from Lupita’s Flowers and tries to sell them, off guard. According t... https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/9-old-boy-earns-praise-180731402.html

Business is 'blooming' at Park Avenue Florist & Gift Shop - Clay Today Online

FTD designs and Teleflora designs. They deliver all over the country as well as internationally. “We deliver worldwide – we FTD and Teleflora. We have wire services. So if it’s going to California, you place your order today, we can have it out there tomorrow,” McCleod said.“I’ve just started coming here,” said Orange Park’s Marlene Revella. “My parents and most of my family live up in Ohio, and obviously I won’t be going home for the holidays this year. So I decided to maybe send them a plant. But I came in and saw the different flower arrangements and plants, and I ended up being here for over an hour. The salespeople were so helpful and patient with me.“I ended up deciding to send a plant and flowers. I think it’s something I’ll probably do again in the future. It’s not too expensive, and it’s a pretty timely gift to let someone know you’re thinking of them.”McCleod says that the florist is doing mostly contactless deliveries and pickups on orders, as people are trying to maintain suggested health and safety protocols.“Usually within 24 hours,” said McCleod when asked about the turnaround time of delivery and pickup orders. “That way, if they pick out something special, we can order it in. We have a wide variety on hand, so we can usually fill it [the order].” McCleod hasn’t seen any particular demographic doing most of the buying.According to her, it’s across the board. Although, she says she’s seen more men than usual – doghouse buys, she calls them – assuming that quarantine has caused them to irritate the women in their lives.“We’re doing more centerpieces right now, especially for Thanksgiving,” said McCleod. “Scented with candles, something festive for their holiday table. Christmas is usually about the same thing. We have ornaments in the specialty type containers as well.” ... https://www.claytodayonline.com/stories/business-is-blooming-at-park-avenue-florist-gift-shop,25109

ROUNDUP: JP Parker Flowers vacates Indy store, adds retail truck - Indianapolis Business Journal

Mark Weghorst and Nick Smith. Weghorst opened the area’s first Slapfish location in July 2019, inside the Broccoli Bill’s grocery store that his father, Bill Weghorst, owns in Noblesville.California-based Slapfish offers a mostly seafood-focused menu, with an emphasis on sustainably sourced fish. Menu items include fish tacos, burritos, grilled fish bowls and other items, including a children’s menu. The chain is based in the Los Angeles suburb of Fountain Valley and has about 20 locations in several U.S. states, plus England.— Fast-casual Indian restaurant Tandoor & Tikka has opened its third Indianapolis store, and its fourth overall, at 5650 W. 86th St. The restaurant’s grand opening was June 26.It opened in Indianapolis in June 2018 at 805 W. 10th St. near IUPUI, followed by a Castleton location in 2019. Tandoor & Tikka also has a location in Bloomington.— The culinary establishment Studio C, 1051 E. 54th St., has discontinued its coffee service though it is continuing with its other lines of business. Local chef Greg Hardesty opened Studio C in 2019 as a place for a variety of food-oriented offerings based on market demand. The business’ offerings include carry-out meals, private dining and a wine club.— Peppy Grill opened June 19 at 910 W. 10th St. in The Avenue, a mixed-use development near the IUPUI campus. The restaurant is in the spot formerly occupied by Madd Greeks Mediterranean Grille, which closed in March after 3-1/2 years.The new Peppy Grill is associated with the Peppy Grill at 1004 Virginia Ave. in Fountain Square—it is not affiliated with Burt’s Peppy Grill at 3401 E. 10th St.— The Fudge Kettle plans to open its first brick-and-mortar retail space... https://www.ibj.com/blogs/property-lines/roundup-jp-parker-flowers-vacates-indy-store-adds-retail-truck

Small but mighty, a Washington florist battles back in the pandemic - Reuters

I really think they did a good job by not reopening too soon, because look at all the places that are having to close back down, like California, Texas,” Banks said. As the White House and Congress debate the next coronavirus relief bill, Banks said she would like more business funding and clarity on Paycheck Protection Program loans. The shop received a $75,000 loan under the program, allowing it to rehire furloughed staff. “They say it’s forgivable, but they haven’t come out with any clear-cut rules on how to make it forgivable,” Banks said. “I am on pins and needles.” Reporting by Makini Brice; Editing by Dan Burns and Richard ChangOur Standards:The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-usa-smallbusiness/small-but-mighty-a-washington-florist-battles-back-in-the-pandemic-idUSKCN2511D6