How to order flowers!

If you have ever sent flowers to someone and been disappointed with what they received?  Here are some tips to get the most out of your flowers!

1.  Only order from local florist!  NEVER use 1800flowers!  They take a cut and then place the order.  They don't give the flower shops enough money to do the order proper after they take their cut.

2.  If you need to order online and you don't know the local florist website, use http://www.ftd.com/ or http://www.teleflora.com/ .  They do take a wire fee, but they add that into the price so the flower shops aren't getting shorted on the total left for the arrangement.

3. Ask for the specifics, how many stems? what did they get new today?  Give the designer some freedom to do what they think is nice rather than ordering a picture and you'll get something that is special and in season.

4.  Vased is better....arrangements in vases will last longer than one in floral foam, like a basket arrangement. 

5.  Plants are a great choice for all occasions.  While flowers can be enjoyed for a week or so, a plant lasts as long as the owner takes care of it.  Many women don't like flowers because they think it is a "waste of money" to buy something that only lasts a short time.  Plants are also perfect for sympathy arrangements.

CONTEST!

Starting on 2/5/2011 enter to win an amazing bridal bouquet from Floral Sense!

Grand Prize

Win an amazing bridal bouquet from Floral Sense with a retail value of $150! Bride will meet with me to design the bouquet. Her choice of any flowers in season! Must redeem for a 2011 or 2012 wedding.

2nd Prize

All entries will receive a FREE groom boutonniere and FREE toss bouquet with the booking of a wedding.

Contest Instructions

For couples planning a 2011 or 2012 wedding. Just upload your photo and ask your friend to “like” Floral Sense and vote for you!

Prize Eligibility

Only persons residing in Michigan who are at least 18 years of age can enter.

 

Entries Taken: February 05, 2011 @ 08:00 am (EST)

Through: February 06, 2011 @ 05:00 pm (EST)

Voting: February 7th-8th
Winner Annouced:  February 9th.

First Post

Hello!  Welcome to Floral Sense Blog....This is my first post.  I'm sooo excited to share all the information about the weddings that I'm doing this year.  There are several trends that I have noticed.  1.  Be Unique.  Brides are choosing the less typical flowers.  It more common now for a brides to pick a more expensive flower, like cymbidium orchids, but make smaller bouquets to fit their budgets.  Another unique trend for 2012 that I have started to notice is brides choosing to have a colored bouquet instead of the traditional white.  One thing is sure, whatever your style, Floral Sense can help your dreams come true!  Check back soon for more weddings and updates.  Next week:  Beth's Wedding.