tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89451061419652454112024-03-13T06:36:35.409-07:00Artistry in Bloom's BlogThe Buzz on Blooms-Here you will find examples of our designs and insights into the world of flowers and floral design.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-51951719065665247962013-03-14T15:34:00.000-07:002013-03-14T15:34:02.793-07:00Spring Flowers In Victoria BC<h2 style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><i>Commercially grown spring flowers such as tulips, irises, and anemones are available in flower shops from November until late May or early June. Greenhouse daffodils and hyacinth are available in early January and no longer mark the onset of spring.</i></span></h4>
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<i style="color: #38761d;">A sure sign that spring is finally here is the ornamental plum trees suddenly changing from dull stark branches to full fluffy clouds of white blossoms. Helleborus and muscari have come into bloom and soon the garden will come alive with the fresh perfume of all kinds of colourful flowers.</i></h3>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1286 Derby Road, Victoria, BC V8P 1S8, Canada48.4555213 -123.3498890000000226.794297800000002 -164.65848300000002 70.116744799999992 -82.041295000000019tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-31051419662337992762013-02-04T19:46:00.000-08:002013-02-04T19:46:34.207-08:00Roses are Red,Violets are Blue-Valentine Floral Designs by Artistry in Bloom Victoria BC<h2>
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<span style="color: blue;"><i>I can't remember ever seeing a flower arrangement with red roses and blue violets and yet the poem is one of the most popular Valentine sentiments.</i></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><i>I searched online and sure enough I couldn't find any flower arrangements that had both red roses and blue violets. I decided to do a few myself to capture the feeling of that popular romantic poem.</i></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><i> I suggest asking for a delivery date the day before Valentine's Day so that your love will feel extra special all day Valentine's Day. Others will wait and hope throughout the day that something will arrive for them as they look longingly at your love's beautiful flowers.</i></span></h4>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comVictoria, BC V8P 1S8, Canada48.455515000000013 -123.3496352999999948.454857000000011 -123.35089579999999 48.456173000000014 -123.34837479999999tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-54985878060914153792013-01-09T15:45:00.000-08:002013-01-09T15:45:08.779-08:00Sunny Flower arrangements by Artistry in Bloom Victoria BC<h2 style="text-align: center;">
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<i style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #7f6000;">The wind may be howling outside, the rain may be lashing on your windows, and the cold may be chilling you to the bone, but you can still have a bit of summer inside.</span></i></h3>
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<span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>A fresh flower arrangement with colours as warm as the summer sun and scented like a fresh day in spring can chase away the winter blues.</i></span></span></h3>
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<span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>Of course they won't last forever but long enough to give your spirit a boost and they are always available whenever you think you just can't survive another dull grey day.</i></span></span></h3>
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<span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>Don't forget the power of the flower whenever you want to brighten someone's day.Flowers bring smiles to the faces of those who receive them and looks of envy from those that watch the flower delivery person pass them by.</i></span></span></h3>
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<span style="color: #990000;"><i>As a little thank you for ordering your Christmas Flowers online we will include a Christmas tree decoration of a mercury glass ornament, glittered reindeer, or festive bird along with your Christmas Flower order.</i></span></h4>
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<span style="color: #990000;"><i>If you are in a hurry and don't really know what you want to order why not simply order our Designer's Choice which you will find in our Monthly and Holiday Specials? You can select a price to fit your budget and leave the rest up to us knowing that you will get extra value for your money.</i></span><i style="color: #990000;">We do not take special requests on the Designer's Choice selection but you can rest assured that the flowers will always be fresh and beautiful.</i></h4>
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<span style="color: purple;"><i>Now is the time for the rich jewel tones of early winter that are sure to brighten the day of whomever receives one of these warm winter floral arrangements.</i></span></h4>
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<span style="color: purple;"><i>In this custom arrangement I covered two sizes of vine balls with pepper berries and heather and added fresh green apples and ornamental black peppers for an organic touch.</i></span></h4>
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<span style="color: purple;"><i>Orchids and calla lilies are available year round but they experience wide fluctuations in price. Twice a year when calla lilies switch from local to import they become very expensive and occasionally some colours are not available during this time.</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;"><i>Local callas are generally available from June to October. However, weather conditions can greatly influence the availability.</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: large;"><i>They say Victoria is more British than Britain. Maybe that is why treating mothers to high tea on Mother's Day has become a tradition here.</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: large;"><i>This year I decided on a Tea Party theme for my Mother's Day floral arrangements which are featured on the Holiday and Monthly special page of my website www.flowerartisan.com . Here you will find flowers arranged in mugs, teacup and saucers, mini teapots, regular teapots, serving bowls, and the new Alice in Wonderland vases.</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><i>When ordering your flowers please keep in mind that many moms are invited out on Mother's Day. It is advisable to have the flowers delivered a day or two ahead of Mother's Day when she is more likely to be home for a delivery. We only use the freshest flowers so they will still look fabulous on her special day and you won't have to worry about her getting them in time.</i></span></div>
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HZ09Wu59Yts/T3OKDl_u6fI/AAAAAAAAAVE/8NBROISLKC4/s1600/DSCN8932-001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HZ09Wu59Yts/T3OKDl_u6fI/AAAAAAAAAVE/8NBROISLKC4/s320/DSCN8932-001.JPG" width="177" /></a><em><span style="color: #783f04;">Recently I did the flowers for my father's memorial service. </span></em></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ij5eko0ALGc/T3ONUdn_nNI/AAAAAAAAAWU/8agwznfmhUY/s1600/DSCN8936-002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ij5eko0ALGc/T3ONUdn_nNI/AAAAAAAAAWU/8agwznfmhUY/s320/DSCN8936-002.JPG" width="208" /></a><em><span style="color: #783f04;">Dad was like a ray of sunshine brightening the lives of everyone who knew him and I wanted the flowers to match his spirit.</span></em></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><em><span style="color: #783f04;">Dad loved lemon drops, lemon meringue pie, lemon cake, lemonade, lemon pudding- you name it. If there were lemons in it he loved it.</span></em></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">If she has your heart show her with this arrangement of a dozen roses with a circle of curly willow with heart accents.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-d-hrQwrPkI0/TyhEd1a0tKI/AAAAAAAAATM/5TRuBle6ROc/s1600/DSCN7551.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" sda="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-d-hrQwrPkI0/TyhEd1a0tKI/AAAAAAAAATM/5TRuBle6ROc/s320/DSCN7551.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><em><span style="color: #990000;">If you want to give something to the man you love but you want to reflect his masculinity these rich red roses in an exotic patterned wood box will show him how much you appreciate his love.</span></em><br />
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</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">Whatever your feelings you are sure to find something suitable on our Holiday and Monthly Special Page where you will find all the Valentine Flower Arrangements available for delivery within Victoria BC- <a href="http://www.flowerartisan.com/">http://www.flowerartisan.com/</a> </span></em></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fZgFnZvfrxM/Ty8X7TjNPMI/AAAAAAAAAUs/1qqFbZbrNK4/s1600/DSCN8158.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" sda="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fZgFnZvfrxM/Ty8X7TjNPMI/AAAAAAAAAUs/1qqFbZbrNK4/s640/DSCN8158.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><em><span style="color: #cc0000;">* Your "Valentine" will be the center of attention on Monday, and will feel loved ALL day on Valentines, while others are still waiting and hoping on Tuesday.</span></em></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><em><span style="color: #cc0000;">*For the ultimate benefit, you can "Set the Mood" for a romantic Valentine weekend, with a Friday or Saturday delivery.</span></em></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;">Yesterday I did a small last minute wedding.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;">If you are going to do a last minute wedding summer is the best time.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;">I was able to use some flowers from the garden center like deep red geraniums, purple verbena, purple heliotrope, and Aloha Lily to complement the more traditional flowers.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;">The Mother's Day selections can be found in the "Holiday and Monthly" section on my website <a href="http://www.flowerartisan.com/">http://www.flowerartisan.com/</a></span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">I often do custom designs. They may be for a special event in someone's life, a store opening, home show presentation,magazine layout,or a "just because" gift to surprise someone with something that has meaning only for them.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">This design was done for The Bay Department Store's Mother's Day Tea where I was one of five designers asked to create a floral design reflecting the style and ingredients of a specific perfume.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">These are a few examples of the many custom designs I have done over the years:</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #cc0000;">The boyfriend drove three hours to bring me this Betty Boop Jumbo Pez container that he wanted me to use for his girlfriend's Valentine flowers.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">This bridal bouquet reflects the size and style of an umbrella symbolizing the union and protection of marriage.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">This bridal bouquet was designed for Perfect Wedding Magazine's "Bling" issue and has pearls and crystals throughout with a crystal butterfly in a hand made opalescent pearl covered holder.</span></em><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C4VhR-5bMyo/TZeTp8kFniI/AAAAAAAAAOA/D7lrcXxkwew/s1600/IMG_8564-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" r6="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C4VhR-5bMyo/TZeTp8kFniI/AAAAAAAAAOA/D7lrcXxkwew/s640/IMG_8564-1.JPG" width="620" /></a></div><em><span style="color: #990000;">Next time you want something truly special and unique just ask your florist. Assuming you have allowed enough time to accommodate a custom order I am sure they will be more than happy to do a one of a kind design just for you. Keep in mind that if you want specific flowers and specific colours they often have to be pre ordered a week or two in advance especially when you live on an island like we do.</span></em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-79531710197121787512011-01-20T17:00:00.000-08:002011-01-20T17:00:07.865-08:00A Dozen ways to send roses for Valentine's Day or any day-Victoria BC-Artistry in Bloom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjAnWyMkwI/AAAAAAAAAMo/E4WNgeBInQE/s1600/2009_0304bling0007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" s5="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjAnWyMkwI/AAAAAAAAAMo/E4WNgeBInQE/s400/2009_0304bling0007.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">With Valentines approaching my thoughts turn to roses which are the most desirable flower for Valentine's Day. Unlike many flowers roses are available year round and are appropriate for any occassion.</span></em> </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">Next time you send roses to the one you love why not think outside the box?</span></em></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">The tradition of sending roses either in a ribbon wrapped box or wrapped in floral wrap is giving way to sending a designed arrangement that doesn't require the recipient to do anything other than enjoy the roses.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjAqis8HpI/AAAAAAAAAMs/IchreFPkhZ8/s1600/2009_0316val0132.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" s5="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjAqis8HpI/AAAAAAAAAMs/IchreFPkhZ8/s320/2009_0316val0132.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjAvF2N7FI/AAAAAAAAAMw/yX8WBE8SMEo/s1600/2009_102310sep0001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="269" s5="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjAvF2N7FI/AAAAAAAAAMw/yX8WBE8SMEo/s320/2009_102310sep0001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> <em><span style="color: #990000;">It's all done for them- no more searching for a vase and the frustration of trying to make the roses look like they were professionally arranged.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">There are interesting designs to suit all ages, styles, and budgets.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">I have chosen just a dozen ways to show you the diversity of what is current in the world of floral design but there are countless ways to display beautiful roses ranging from a single rose to a luxuriant lush arrangement.</span></em><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjA3oZzWPI/AAAAAAAAAM4/jJxeeNJyo90/s1600/P1010005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" s5="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjA3oZzWPI/AAAAAAAAAM4/jJxeeNJyo90/s320/P1010005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> <em><span style="color: #990000;">Red roses are often sent on Valentines but there are many new colours to choose from including roses with one colour on the front of the petals and another on the back. There are also striped roses and petals that are fringed with different colours.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">Natural colours range from white to green to a deep red rose called Black Baccara and almost everything in between. Black Baccara is verging on Black velvet but not quite there yet.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">Blue or deep purple roses are so far only available in dyed roses although growers have been trying for years to develop a blue rose and some are getting pretty close.</span></em><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBDW5rfHI/AAAAAAAAANA/kJhNckJZkWo/s1600/P1010012-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="288" s5="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBDW5rfHI/AAAAAAAAANA/kJhNckJZkWo/s320/P1010012-1.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> <em><span style="color: #990000;">If you do want a specific novelty rose you should order it several weeks in advance but if you just want to try something different there is almost always a few unique roses to choose from other then the standard one coloured rose.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">You will notice there is quite a range in price for roses. Many roses are grown in Columbia under unhealthy conditions for the workers caused by the over use of chemicals.Most of these workers are not provided with medical assistance for the illnesses they get on the job and are very poorly paid. Columbian roses are typically the roses you will find in most grocery stores.They do not last long and they are usually inexpensive.</span></em><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBG4AQ9GI/AAAAAAAAANE/RGlu543tD2k/s1600/P1010014.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="236" s5="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBG4AQ9GI/AAAAAAAAANE/RGlu543tD2k/s320/P1010014.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBMbGhVVI/AAAAAAAAANI/ngf_CAlmyIY/s1600/P1010015-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" s5="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBMbGhVVI/AAAAAAAAANI/ngf_CAlmyIY/s320/P1010015-1.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> <em><span style="color: #990000;">Like many florists I only purchase my roses from Green Growers. The imported roses come from farms in Ecuador where they treat their workers with respect and provide them with medical coverage.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #990000;">Rather than douse the roses with chemicals these farms use biological means of controlling insects whenever possible limiting pesticides to the very minimum if they use them at all.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">These imported roses do cost more but they are also healthier for you and the environment and they last longer.</span></em><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBb_QzrzI/AAAAAAAAANQ/Cp9oM3qfN0E/s1600/2009_0217val0066-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" s5="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjBb_QzrzI/AAAAAAAAANQ/Cp9oM3qfN0E/s320/2009_0217val0066-1.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> <em><span style="color: #cc0000;">I also purchase good healthy roses from our local grower, Eurosa ,who use environmentally friendly methods of controlling pests .</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #cc0000;">The local roses do tend to be on the smaller side but they last a long time like the larger imported Ecuadorian roses.</span></em><br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><em><span style="color: #cc0000;">Unfortunately, unlike garden roses, most commercially grown roses have little or no fragrance. This is because the gene that creates scent shortens the life of the rose so it has been bred out of the rose.Some growers are now working on a way to bring back the fragrance without shortening the lifespan of the rose so hopefully "smelling like a rose" will soon apply to commercial roses again.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjCLOGevfI/AAAAAAAAANU/1SbjJheCnFY/s1600/DSCN0536-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="274" s5="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TTjCLOGevfI/AAAAAAAAANU/1SbjJheCnFY/s320/DSCN0536-1.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">Whatever the reason or occassion you simply cannot go wrong with the beautiful rose but next time rather than send roses by the bunch choose a beautiful arrangement instead.</span></em></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-67636246053378664142010-11-28T13:27:00.000-08:002010-11-28T13:27:57.828-08:00Christmas Flowers in Victoria BC by Artistry in Bloom<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TPK6zx9y6SI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/167ggljj668/s1600/2009_1221nov0078.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" ox="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TPK6zx9y6SI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/167ggljj668/s640/2009_1221nov0078.JPG" width="457" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TPK630lqgWI/AAAAAAAAAMU/BrLF3A1k988/s1600/2009_1219mcblooms0012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" ox="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TPK630lqgWI/AAAAAAAAAMU/BrLF3A1k988/s320/2009_1219mcblooms0012.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><em><span style="color: #990000;">I can't believe Christmas is almost here!</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">This year we had a beautiful summer and a long warm autumn. In fact up until a few days ago most of the leaves were still on the trees but last Monday we went from warm to snow and now it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">This year I have added McBlooms to my gift line.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #990000;">McBloom's natural bath and body products have an intoxicating fragrance and rich luxurious formula that will spoil anyone who receives them.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">Also just in time for Christmas a new litter of Warm Buddy Puppies has just arrived.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">These adorable puppies come with a natural heat pack inside that can be taken out and put in the microwave to warm your toes at night or soothe aches and pains.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #990000;">Warm Buddies also have aromatherapy oils, mists, and bath salts which you can find in the gift section of my website- <a href="http://www.flowerartisan.com/">http://www.flowerartisan.com/</a> </span></em><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">If you are looking for something a little different for your dinner table Christmas centerpiece this Faux Christmas Cake might be just the right thing. You can choose the colour for the cake flowers and plate to match your holiday decor as long as you are not waiting until a few days before Christmas to order. </span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">If you are thinking of ordering flowers for Christmas this year I recommend you don't wait until the last minute. Last year I sold out the morning of Dec 24 and since it was too late to bring in more flowers I had to turn people away. We also suggest you ask for a delivery date a few days or even a week before Christmas so that your loved ones can enjoy the flowers throughout the holidays. </span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">I have embedded a holiday video which shows some of my holiday floral designs available for delivery within the Greater Victoria BC area.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #990000;">Merry Christmas everyone!</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-58942631590141975012010-08-19T11:23:00.000-07:002010-08-19T11:23:22.853-07:00Artistry in Bloom is Going Green<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TG1ty8um5MI/AAAAAAAAALk/ICV93HqWMlU/s1600/2009_0301spring0054.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ox="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TG1ty8um5MI/AAAAAAAAALk/ICV93HqWMlU/s320/2009_0301spring0054.JPG" /></a></div><em><span style="color: #274e13;">Artistry in Bloom is "Going Green" in more ways than one. Yes, I love using green flowers in my floral designs but more importantly than that I strive to be environmentally green.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #274e13;">Working from a design studio rather than a storefront has allowed me to be more environmentally friendly because I have more control over the waste associated with flowers and the packaging materials that vase shipments come in.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #274e13;">These are some of the things I do to have less impact on the environment:</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #274e13;">-Use only energy efficient lighting.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #274e13;">-Use only non toxic green cleaning products.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #274e13;">-Recycle all boxes, bubble wrap, and packing materials that vases are shipped in.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #274e13;">-Take all waste stems, branches, and flowers to the local Yard Waste Center to be made into compost.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #274e13;">-Use all the old water from flower buckets to water my garden instead of pouring it down the drain.</span></em><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TG1vSa6Bc_I/AAAAAAAAALs/xRs7-DdbjXc/s1600/P1010003-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ox="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TG1vSa6Bc_I/AAAAAAAAALs/xRs7-DdbjXc/s320/P1010003-1.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #274e13;">In addition to this I purchase my flowers from "green" or organic growers and wholesalers. Green flower growers have adopted practices that reduce their impact on the environment by eliminating or drastically reducing the use of pesticides and other chemicals. Their workers are fairly compensated, taken care of with safe practices, and provided with medical plans. Green flowers are slightly more expensive but I feel they are well worth it.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #274e13;">Many South American flower growers have workers that have extreme medical problems and birth defects due to exposure to pesticides and other chemicals. They are poorly paid and are not provided with medical coverage for the resulting health problems. Not only do I not want to contribute to these unsafe practices but I do not want to handle chemically treated flowers myself or expose them to my customers even though there has not been any proven adverse effects to just handling these flowers.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #274e13;">Most of the flowers you find in the grocery stores come from these toxic farms because they are cheaper to produce than "green" flowers and the grocery stores seem to be more interested in price than the environment or poor working conditions of farm workers.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #274e13;">Whenever I have a choice between locally grown or imported flowers I pick local flowers. Local flowers are much fresher and this supports local growers. It also reduces the impact on the environment because the flowers are not flown half way around the world. I feel it is everyone's responsibility to take whatever action they can to ensure a healthy planet for years to come.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-27772362072355407532010-07-21T11:48:00.000-07:002010-07-21T11:48:56.983-07:00Pink Pizazz- A Passion for Pink Flowers in Victoria BC<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TEc1t-jvXYI/AAAAAAAAAKM/83chLUOfyd4/s1600/2009_0817July20100015-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" hw="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/TEc1t-jvXYI/AAAAAAAAAKM/83chLUOfyd4/s320/2009_0817July20100015-1.JPG" /></a></div><em><span style="color: purple;">Summer is finally here and everyone seems to have a passion for pink flowers.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;">I'm not sure why but maybe it's because we had such a terrible June that when summer arrived in July people were looking for fresh vibrant colours.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;">Over the last few weeks the demand for pink has been so great that it's hard to keep up with it.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;">These are just a few samples of some pink floral designs I have done recently.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: purple;"> Artistry in Bloom Floral Design Studio - Victoria BC- <a href="http://www.flowerartisan.com/">http://www.flowerartisan.com/</a> </span></em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-26985792666864900202010-06-03T15:55:00.000-07:002010-06-03T15:55:49.941-07:00Four Seasons of Cut Flower Bouquets by Artistry in Bloom Victoria BC<object style="background-image:url(http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/4zoG1SaAEfw/hqdefault.jpg)" width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/4zoG1SaAEfw&hl=en_US&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/4zoG1SaAEfw&hl=en_US&fs=1" width="425" height="344" allowScriptAccess="never" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-75363702564954163372010-06-03T14:27:00.000-07:002010-06-03T15:20:17.527-07:00Classy Cut Flower Bouquets by Artistry in Bloom Victoria BC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">A cut flower bouquet can be a wonderful gift but there are times when it is better to send a flower arrangement in a vase, basket, or other container rather than a cut flower bouquet.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">-Most hospitals will not accept a bouquet that is not in a vase. They do not have the time or staff to arrange flowers nor do they keep a supply of vases on hand.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">-Cut flowers should never be sent for a funeral whether it is for the service or for the family at home.When people are grieving the loss of a loved one the last thing they want to worry about is finding vases and arranging flowers. A beautiful floral arrangement would be greatly appreciated in this case.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">-Flowers should be in water at all times to ensure a long life. If they are out of water for a short time they should be re-cut before placing in water because the stems will partially harden and block the flow of water resulting in a shorter life. This is why so many people that order from wire services that ship flowers by Fed Ex are very disappointed when the flowers finally arrive.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">However, when you order from a local florist there are many things we can do to make the gift a pure delight.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">We deliver cut bouquets in water at all times until they are presented to the recipient with floral food and instructions. We also call first to make sure the person will be home for the delivery unlike Fed Ex who simply leave the box of flowers at the door.</span></em><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><em><span style="color: #660000;">The recipient frequently says they will be in and out all day and ask us to leave the bouquet at their doorstep. We will only leave flowers at the door with a request from the recipient if they are arranged in a vase or other container with a water source or we will explain that it is a cut bouquet and ask them to leave a container of water at their door .This way the life of the flowers is not cut short due to improper handling.</span></em></div><em><span style="color: #660000;">We also pre-arrange all our bouquets and present them in floral cones or hand tied so that all the recipient has to do is place them in water in their own vase. They are able to enjoy the flowers immediately rather than trying to arrange them so that they will look their best.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">You can see examples of our cut flower bouquets in the Classy Cuts section as well as seasonal monthly bouquets in our Holiday and Monthly section of our website- <a href="http://www.flowerartisan.com/">http://www.flowerartisan.com/</a></span></em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8945106141965245411.post-71441757902564082202010-04-28T21:39:00.000-07:002010-04-28T21:39:29.278-07:00Mothers Day Flowers Victoria BC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/S9kKrdk6mGI/AAAAAAAAAJM/tK0w9j0ikxk/s1600/P1010029-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_B9b_UrFZy60/S9kKrdk6mGI/AAAAAAAAAJM/tK0w9j0ikxk/s320/P1010029-1.JPG" tt="true" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<em>A mother's love is a true treasure. As a florist I get to see the love between a mother and her children throughout the year but Mother's Day is that one day a year that we all honour our mothers and show them how much we care.</em><br />
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<em>I did a short Youtube video to show a few examples of bouquets and arrangements that might make make Mother's Day a little more special.</em><br />
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<span style="color:#660000;">Recently I did a video for Youtube showcasing some of my floral designs. I sent the link to a male friend of mine and he emailed me back saying "Where are the flowers for men?"</span></div>
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<div><span style="color:#660000;">It made me stop and think because I realized I did not have specific floral arrangements for men simply because most florists don't get many orders for men.</span></div>
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<div><span style="color:#660000;">Mother's Day is the busiest time of the year but Father's Day is just like any other day. Sons and daughters rarely order flowers for their father whether it is for Father's Day or their birthday.However, if they are in the hospital or if someone died it is common for men to be sent flowers.</span></div>
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<div><span style="color:#660000;">Why is that? Why do people think that men appreciate flowers in the sad times of their life but not for the celebrations?</span></div>
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<div><span style="color:#660000;">Men that order flowers for women often call or email saying how beautiful the flowers are so obviously men appreciate and value flowers. It's just that women don't think to order flowers for men. Maybe when women think of flowers for men they are imagining the typical wire service arrangements in cheap baseball or football containers that are really more suitable for little boys than grown men. They don't realize that by ordering through a local independent florist there are other alternatives. </span></div>
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<div><span style="color:#660000;">It is true that masculine coloured flowers like rusts and browns are mainly available in the fall months but floral designs for men can be created year round using structural elements. Men seem to prefer unusual shapes and structures over the type of flowers used.</span></div>
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<div><span style="color:#660000;">I have added a section for men to my website- <a href="http://www.flowerartisan.com/">http://www.flowerartisan.com</a> and if you give me enough advance warning (at least 2 days) I would be happy to incorporate something of particular meaning to personalize the design. It might be a fishing fly for an avid fisherman or a golf ball for a golfer or whatever you like as long as it is not too big.</span></div>
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<div><span style="color:#660000;">Next time you can't think of what to get your man surpise him with flowers sent to his workplace. Remember how great you feel when he sends you flowers? Why not make him feel special too?</span></div>
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">Valentine's Day is just around the corner so I thought you might like some suggestions on what to send and when to have your flowers delivered.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #660000;">This year Valentines falls on a Sunday. Although normally closed on Sundays we will be open for deliveries on February 14. However, we do suggest you order your Valentine's flowers for delivery a few days before Valentines for several reasons.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">Normally we can specify morning, afternoon, or end of day delivery times but for floral holidays such as Valentines or Mother's Day the demand for deliveries is so great that specific times cannot be guaranteed. We always phone to ensure the person will be home for delivery and usually the first thing they ask is "What time will it be?". On a normal day we can give a time frame within a few hours but that may not be the case on Valentine's Day and most people do not want to stay at home and wait for a delivery. We will leave the arrangement at the doorstep in a protected area but only with the recipient's prior consent. If you are ordering a cut bouquet of flowers that is not in a vase with water the bouquets cannot be left if the person is not home.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">Secondly, if your Valentine works there is nothing more special than sending the flowers to her workplace sometime during the week prior to Valentines. We will include the "just couldn't wait heart card with your order. When a delivery person carrying flowers enters a workplace all eyes are on him until the flowers are presented to the lucky lady. The other ladies rush over to have a look at the flowers and say how lucky she is to have someone like you-so not only do you impress her but she will feel special as well.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #660000;">This year if you are ordering before February 11 we are offering the option of adding delicious gourmet cupcakes from Ooh La La Cupcake Bakery to your flower order. The cupcakes are only available as an add on to your order but you can choose from 6 regular cupcakes or a sample pack of 12 mini cupcakes with all 12 of their flavours. Sweet and delicious like chocolates but something a little different.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">Have a wonderful Valentine's Day with the one you love.</span></em></div>
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">Our Delectable Deliveries which are found on our website <a href="http://www.flowerartisan.com/">http://www.flowerartisan.com/</a> are a unique </span></em><em><span style="color: #660000;">pairing of flowers and delectable delights. We have several combinations of floral arrangements which are paired with something delicious to make a one of a kind gift. Some examples include </span></em><em><span style="color: #660000;">freshly baked cupcakes, cookies, or cakes.They are especially perfect for celebrations because they </span></em><span style="color: #660000;"><em>include not only the centerpiece but also a delicious treat.</em></span><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">Our Cupcake Combo is particularly popular for Mother's Day, Christmas, and Valentine's Day.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #660000;">We do special floral designs and decorations for the Christmas and Valentine's Day package.</span></em><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><em> Ooh La La Cupcake bakery is known for their wide range of delicious flavours and they are our choice for the cupcakes in our specialty packages. </em></span><br /></div>
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">You will find the normal custom gift baskets and fruit baskets in our Delectable Delivery section as well as a picnic basket that would be perfect for someone moving into a new home.</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="color: #660000;">All baked goods are made to order with two local bakeries. They are picked up very early in the morning the day of delivery and added to the floral design. These packages all must be ordered at least two days ahead of requested delivery date so that I can make arrangements to pick them up the day of delivery before our studio opens.</span></em><br />
<em><span style="color: #660000;">If you would like a custom package made up for you we would be pleased to accommodate you as long as you can give us at least two days notice.</span></em><br />
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