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Dawn Sheets, who died of COVID-19, was a beloved florist, baker and seamstress - IndyStar
Wednesday, October 28, 2020Speedway. At home, Dawn maintained stunning collections of bachelor buttons, lilies, cockscomb, chrysanthemums, and different shrubs for greenery. She enjoyed making bouquets for the church altar, and to this day, Cathy says she always has fresh flowers in her house as a reminder of her mother. “She was a very talented person and she was able to pursue those talents,” Cathy said. “All the sewing that she did, and the cooking, and quilting. She was very, very talented and enjoyed the artistic part of her being.”Kindhearted, compassionate Her warm, welcoming personality made Dawn and Ken beloved members of their church community. They were members at Fairfield Friends Meeting in Camby for sever... https://www.indystar.com/story/news/2020/05/29/coronavirus-death-indiana-dawn-sheets-florist-baker-seamstress/5271779002/
Beautiful blooms in surprising places around Ireland - The Irish Times
Wednesday, December 11, 2019Ireland, and threats to the bee population. There is also the dramatic crowning of the Temple of the Four Winds in Altamont with roses, as well as arrangements at Huntington Castle in Carlow, a private house in Bray, an outdoor table at Cloghleagh Bridge in Wicklow, and many others. Monahan and her team regularly dress public places like the Westbury Mall and Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, but they also get into buildings that most eyes never get to see, “so we thought we should make use of this privilege and have some adventures”, she says. King’s Inn is dressed weekly by Appassionata, and to match the “moodiness” of the interior for the book, the smoke bush shrub was used like a long dusky train along the steps of the grand staircase in one of the chapters. The staircase at King's Inn decorated with smoke bush Smoke bush sentries at King's Inn Monahan cites British architect Ilse Crawford, who believes in the positive emotional effect of harmonious surro... https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/beautiful-blooms-in-surprising-places-around-ireland-1.4074192
Marigold harvest a gift to workers who have kept Mellano blooming for 50 years - The San Diego Union-Tribune
Tuesday, November 19, 2019Today, the Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside hosts its 19th annual Dia de los Muertos Festival, where visitors can stroll past dozens of altars honoring the dead. Mexican families honor their departed loved ones with altar decorations like sugar skulls, candles and personal mementos.But one thing common to all the altars is fresh marigold blossoms, which are said to guide back loved ones’ spirits with their strong scent and bright orange color.Over the past 17 years, all of the festival’s blossoms have been grown and donated to the Mission by Mellano & Company, a family-owned cut-flower grower that operates from a 300-acre farm just five miles west of the Mission. The flowers are a gift of thanks to the Mexican families who have lived and worked on the Mellano property for decades.On Friday afternoon, a crew of Mellano farmworkers harvested thousands of marigold blossoms from a half-acre plot that was planted in August, just for the festival. Grower Ken Tamiguchi, who has worked at Mellano for 35 years, said most of the marigolds grown there each year are destined for the festival, but a small patch is reserved for... https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/communities/north-county/story/2019-10-27/marigold-harvest-a-gift-to-workers-who-have-kept-mellano-blooming-for-50-years
Meet the 5 best florists in Fort Worth - Hoodline
Tuesday, November 19, 2019Houston St. 5. Paynes Florist & GiftsPhoto: Sean C./YelpFinally, there's Paynes Florist & Gifts, a local favorite with four stars out of 14 reviews. Stop by 2201 Altamesa Blvd. to hit up the flower outlet next time you're in need of some botanicals.This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback. https://hoodline.com/2019/11/meet-the-5-best-florists-in-fort-worth
Anaheim Halloween Parade Delights in 95th Year - Spectrum News 1
Tuesday, November 19, 2019Eve yet, but that hasn’t stopping the volunteers from getting into the spirit of Halloween in Anaheim. Lifelong Anaheim resident Maritza Bermudez leads the way.“We’re working in the Day of the Dead altar,” says Bermudez.RELATED l Pumpkin Nights Returns Offering Interactive Halloween ExperienceThese decorations are small pieces of much bigger projects - floats for Anaheim’s 95th Halloween Parade. Bermudez has been volunteering for the past six years, but she has been coming to the parade since she was a kid.“Growing up here in Anaheim, it’s just great now being part of it. And what I love about it is it’s really community oriented, really community based. Everybody comes from all different backgrounds,” says Bermudez.The Halloween Parade has been making its way through downtown Anaheim since 1924. It peaked in the late 60s and into 70s, with more than 150,000 people attending. But as Anaheim went through an urban transformation, the parade took a back seat.In the last decade, talented volunteers have transformed and retrofitted the parade, making it possible for 60 floats, bands, and groups to walk along the parade route. Katella High School volunteer Bryanna Borrayo demonstrates how the parade has evolved to represent Anaheim’s demographics. Her Día De Los Muertos float pays homage to the nearly 200,000 Hispanic re... https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/la-west/news/2019/10/25/anaheim-halloween-parade-delights-in-95th-year
Sugar Flower owner creates intricate cake designs in backyard of her Cedar Rapids home - The Gazette
Wednesday, December 02, 2020Sugar Flower was gaining momentum when the coronavirus pandemic hit Iowa. Smith’s work-from-home model proved an unexpected advantage.“I was just getting started out to begin with, and having a low overhead I didn’t have any employees to furlough,” she said. “It was disappointing, but I tried to work with my customers. I don’t have to worry about rent and electric and things like that. So it has worked in my favor, which sounds kind of funny.”Smith’s home and studio escaped serious damage in the Aug. 10 derecho, which brought its own wave of cancellations. She hopes for a return to something like normal next year.“I really hope people start planning big weddings and they’re celebrating,” she said. “I hope that’s where the future lies.”Know a small business in the Corridor that might make for an interesting “My Biz” feature? Let us know via michaelchevy.castanova@thegazette.com.AT A GLANCE• Owner: Jennifer Smith • Business: Sugar Flower Cake Design• Address: 248 Drinkward St. NW, Cedar Rapids• Phone: (319) 491-1938• Website: sugarflowercakedesign.com... https://www.thegazette.com/subject/news/business/sugar-flower-cakes-cedar-rapids-jennifer-smith-20201113
Some people using gardening as therapy during the Coronavirus Pandemic - KCRG
Monday, April 27, 2020CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Some people across Eastern Iowa are getting a green thumb during the Coronavirus pandemic. Workers at Pierson’s Flower Shop in Cedar Rapids say they have been getting calls about people wanting to start their gardens. Experts say getting some fresh air is a good way to take care of your mental health during the pandemic. Workers at Pierson's say gardening is a good way to be outside while social distancing. They say working with soil can be a form of connecting with nature. While seeing something bloom is a sign of life during these tough times. Workers say people are still ordering flowers to send to loved ones or coworkers. They say it's a way to let people know that they are appreciated. "I think it's very important to stay in touch,” said Al Pierson, owner of Pierson’s Flower Shop. “You can't get out... https://www.kcrg.com/content/news/Some-people-using-gardening-as-therapy-during-the-Coronavirus-Pandemic-569918081.html
Benos Flowers and Gifts wants to bring fun, happiness - The Gazette
Tuesday, February 05, 2019By Deborah Neyens, correspondent Long Para:0 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- IOWA CITY — A new Iowa City business aims to spread happiness.Long Para:1 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- Benito Ocampo Campos opened Beno’s Flowers and Gifts on Nov. 15 in downtown Iowa City, realizing a longtime goal to own his own flower shop. Long Para:2 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- “Flowers bring happiness, with their smell and their colors, when people receive them,” Ocampo said. “Everyone loves flowers.”Long Para:2 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- Ocampo, who grew up in Mexico, opened his first business in that country at the age of 19.Long Para:3 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- “It was a small gift shop — only about 300 square feet,” he recalled. “I did decorations with balloons for parties and a few weddings with flowers but not much. I had no experience.”Long Para:4 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- A year or two later, Ocampo moved to... https://www.thegazette.com/subject/news/business/iowa-city-benos-flowers-floral-shop-florist-flower-20190121
Benos Flowers and Gifts wants to bring fun, happiness - The Gazette
Tuesday, January 22, 2019By Deborah Neyens, correspondent Long Para:0 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- IOWA CITY — A new Iowa City business aims to spread happiness.Long Para:1 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- Benito Ocampo Campos opened Beno’s Flowers and Gifts on Nov. 15 in downtown Iowa City, realizing a longtime goal to own his own flower shop. Long Para:2 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- “Flowers bring happiness, with their smell and their colors, when people receive them,” Ocampo said. “Everyone loves flowers.”Long Para:2 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- Ocampo, who grew up in Mexico, opened his first business in that country at the age of 19.Long Para:3 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- “It was a small gift shop — only about 300 square feet,” he recalled. “I did decorations with balloons for parties and a few weddings with flowers but not much. I had no experience.”Long Para:4 Long Pra Total: 11 Total Para Total: 25-- A year or two later, Ocampo moved to... https://www.thegazette.com/subject/news/business/iowa-city-benos-flowers-floral-shop-florist-flower-20190121
