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Oct 23 | Petal It Foward | Stamford - Patch.com
Tuesday, October 22, 2019Stamford Florist Joins Nationwide Effort to ‘Petal It Forward’ Local Business Gears up to Spreading Smiles by Gifting Hundreds of Free Bouquets Throughout Downtown Stamford Stamford, CT , October 23, 2019 — Today, Stamford Florist is joining dozens of floral industry businesses nationwide to surprise unsuspecting passerby in Stamford with two free flower bouquets each — one to keep and one to give to a friend, family member, colleague, or even a stranger. The random-acts-of-kindness effort — called Petal It Forward and organized by the Society of American Florists (SAF), of which Stamford Florist is a member — is designed to help people start their day with more smiles and less stress. The effort illustrates research from the University of North Florida (UNF) that s... https://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/calendar/event/20191023/672355/petal-it-foward
Obituary: John M. Vontobel, 67, Of Stamford - Stamford, CT Patch
Tuesday, July 09, 2019Information via Lacerenza Funeral HomeJohn M. Vontobel from Stamford, CT passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2019. He was born on April 9, 1952 in Stamford, CT the son of the late George (Ed) Vontobel and Marion O'Leary.In addition to his parents he is preceded by his brothers Bobby, Ned, Jerry, and Bill. John was a successful self-employed landscaper for many years in and around Stamford, CT.He is survived by his loving wife Susan (Moavero) Vontobel, daughter Amanda Vontobel, son Michael Vontobel and daughter-in-laws Erin Capuano and Nicole Harris.John was an avid collector of vinyl records and a dedicated New York Yankees fan. Aside from his passion for classic rock, motorcycles and classic cars he was a passionate animal lover and there wasn't anything he would not rescue. From snakes, lizards and turtles to cats and dogs, John always had a lost animal to save and his house was a safe haven for wayward pets.The family will receive family and friends at Lacerenza Funeral Home (8 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford) on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 from 4 p.m. https://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/obituary-john-m-vontobel-67-stamford
Detroit's top 3 florists, ranked - WDIV ClickOnDetroit
Saturday, January 18, 2020Photo: Blumz...by JRDesigns/Yelp (Photo: Blumz...by JRDesigns/Yelp)Looking to check out the best florists around?Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top florists in Detroit, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're in the market for florists.Winter is the top season of the year for consumer spending at retail and wholesale businesses across the Detroit area, according to data on local business transactions from Womply, a provider of reputation management and marketing automation for small businesses. The average amount spent per customer transaction at Detroit-area retail and wholesale businesses grew to $64 for the metro area in the winter of last year, 2% higher than the average for the rest of the year.Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions.1. Blumz...by JrdesignsPhoto: BLUMZ...BY JR DESSIGNS/YelpFirst on the list is downtown's Blumz...by JRDesigns. Located at 1... https://www.clickondetroit.com/features/2020/01/09/detroits-top-3-florists-ranked/
Flowers are a great last-minute gift — but be sure to send the right message - Seattle Times
Saturday, January 18, 2020Daisies are good to send to someone who has a casual, free-spirited style, Amy Merrick says in her new book, “On Flowers: Lessons From an Accidental Florist.” (Tif Hunter) Ashley Greer, owner of Atelier Ashley Flowers in Alexandria, Virginia, said clients tend to get stressed 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.”AdvertisingCondolence 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. img data-ratio="1.50037" data-caption="Included in this Atelier Ashley Flowers design for a baby shower are ranunculus, which mean radiant charm. It never hurts to let a woman who is about to give birth know that she is radiant, owner Ashley Greer says. (SKC Photography)" class alt="Included in this Atelier Ashley Flowers design for a baby shower are ranunculus, which mean radiant charm. It never hurts to let a woman who is about to give birth know that she is radiant, owner Ashley Greer says. (SKC Photography)" src="https://static.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/design-flowers-ba15b5bc-00a9-11ea-8501-2a7123a38c58-780x520.jpg" srcset="https://static.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/design-flowers-ba15b5bc-00a9-11ea-8501-2a7123a38c58-300x200.jpg 300w, https://static.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/design-flowers-ba15b5bc-00a9-11ea-8501-2a7123a38c58-768x512.jpg 768w, https://static.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/design-flowers-ba15b5bc-00a9-11ea-8501-2a7123a38c58-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://static.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/design-flowers-ba15b5bc-00a9-11ea-8501-2a7123a38c58-780x520.jpg 780w, https://static.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/design-flowers-ba15b5bc-00a9-11ea-8501-2a7123a38c58-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://static.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/design-flowers-ba15b5bc-00a9-11ea-8501-2a7123a38c58-1560x1040.jpg 1... https://www.seattletimes.com/explore/shop-northwest/flowers-are-a-great-last-minute-gift-but-be-sure-to-send-the-right-message/
Dear Abby: Boyfriend kindly ordered flowers, but they arrived looking tattered - Chicago Sun-Times
Saturday, January 18, 2020It was one of those box-of-flowers deliveries. I doubt my boyfriend realized they would not arrive in a vase and arranged by a florist. Instead, they had been packed in a box, without water, with the vase packed alongside, delivered by a regular package courier. I usually send him a photo of my bouquet along with my heartfelt thanks, and while I thanked him as usual, I did not send a picture of the bouquet because I knew he would feel bad — both about the lackluster arrangement, and the money he had spent on them.I found what I believe was the intended arrangement on the website, and it was lovely — a far cry from what was delivered to me. I love my twice-a-year flowers (birthday and Christmas), and I don’t want to come across as critical or ungrateful. I am blessed to have such a thoughtful partner. If flowers were just a one-time gift, I would not even consider mentioning it. However, with Valentine’s Day (and another flower delivery) approaching, I wonder if I should let my boyfriend know that it might be better to use a local florist to ensure he is getting his money’s worth. Or should I just cross my fingers that it was a one-off? — UNGRATEFUL GIRLFRIENDDEAR “UNGRATEFUL”: Tell your boyfriend why you didn’t send him a photo of the flowers he sent as you usually do... https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/1/18/21071522/dear-abby-boyfriend-kindly-ordered-flowers-but-they-arrived-looking-tattered
Flowers of Point Loma still blooms after 35 years - The full-service florist shop now owned by Penn Bryan has lasted 35 years in Point Loma by customizing its business to meet its customers' needs. “We were looking to find a flower stand to start ... - San Diego Community News
Saturday, January 18, 2020Flowers of Point Loma at 2170 Chatsworth Blvd. is celebrating 35 years. The full-service florist shop now owned by Penn Bryan has lasted 35 years in Point Loma by customizing its business to meet its customers’ needs.“We were looking to find a flower stand to start out, and saw that the flower shop on the corner was up for sale,” said Bryan of how she and her husband acquired the business, Flowers of Point Loma, now at 2170 Chatsworth Blvd., from a retiring brother-sister team who’d had it since 1985.“I found my niche doing things that people wanted,” noted Bryan. “No other flower shops do what we do here.”The previous owners stayed with the Bryans for a year to help transition them into the floral business. That was good, added Penn, pointing out she had no previous experience with flowers.“I wanted to have kids and take them where I work,” Bryan said. “My daughter grew up in this flower shop.”Bryan fulfills her customer’s expectations, whatever they are. “They can make up their own bouquets or we can make it for them,” she said. “We’ve been here so long and people k... http://www.sdnews.com/view/full_story/27692651/article-Flowers-of-Point-Loma-still-blooms-after-35-years--?instance=pb
Cosentino: Flowers say love - Auburn Citizen
Saturday, January 18, 2020I won’t say anything about those resolutions that have probably been forgotten already.I have been an active member of the Society of American Florists, the trade organization that represents florists, wholesalers and flower transporters across the United States. And while it is American-based, members and supporters come from flower-producing areas across the globe. They bring their support because the government relations committees and staff look after legislation being discussed in the halls of Congress that might affect our industry. The government relations people hold wonderful “Congressional Action Days” each spring. Attendees learn how to speak to their representatives and how government works, and then each will have appointments with their own local representatives.A major effort is in research not only on growing, but the care and handling of flowers and doing a better job of selling. A lot of research goes into why people do purchase flowers. And that is what I want to share with you today.Why do people buy flowers? The overall reason is because they make people happy — not only the recipient and the folks who see them, but the sender. There has always has been joy in giving, and the greatest joy is in giving flowers. Carmen Cosentino ... https://auburnpub.com/lifestyles/cosentino-flowers-say-love/article_ff6397dc-8009-5870-922d-11e21ff69045.html
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