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Sweet 16 Decorative Ideas

Monday, July 26th, 2010
sweet 16 party and flower decorations

sweet 16 party and flower decorations

Turning sweet 16 is major event in a young woman’s life. The sixteenth year is great time to acknowledge and adolescent woman with a fabulous birthday bash and party decorations to make this big day more special and exciting. Sweet sixteen parties can be as intricate or as simple as desired by the celebrant and her family. But it doesn’t really have to be that expensive at all. As long as your decoration matches the theme of the party, you are good to go. Let your NYC wedding florist take care of all the party hassles while you prepare yourself physically and emotionally for this very memorable day! Here are some sweet 16 party decorative ideas that might come in handy.

Candles & Lighting
Candles are perfect items that can add a flare of romance to the venue. Nice flickering flames on table centerpieces add that glow to the setting and can also be blown out if necessary.  Beautiful fairy lights can be arranged in such a way that it resembles twinkling stars on a dark night. Fairy lights are excellent for Cinderella and other Walt Disney themes matched with pretty tiaras, jewelry and magic wands. Making use of soundtracks would also add to your theme.

Flower Arrangements
Can a young lady resist the natural beauty and fragrance of fresh flowers? Flowers are perfect for corsages, centerpieces and table decorations. Scatter rose petals on tables and get a good impression from your guests. A floral themed sweet sixteen party is a good choice. Embellish your party’s butterfly shaped cake with fresh flower decorations.

Balloons & Streamers
Balloons are popular decorative ideas for sweet sixteen parties because of its colors, shapes and fun designs. Balloons can be suspended on the ceiling on a large net, made into colorful table centerpieces and arranged into shapes. Streamers can add a festive touch to the party.

sweet 16 montage, name plates and photographs

sweet 16 montage, name plates and photographs

The Celebrant’s Montage
Placing enlarged photographs of the birthday celebrant all over the venue is a pretty way of showcasing her beauty and how much she has grown over the years. Highlight the birthday girl’s beauty by putting on her first baby pose to her most current ones. A montage decoration will definitely customized the entire setting and will make the party more interesting and entertaining to the guests.

Let your New York City wedding florist help you work on putting the entire party together while you sit back, relax and do some beauty rest before the big day!

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Modern Day Flower Arrangement Ideas: Know the Trends

Monday, July 19th, 2010

Many modern floral arrangements make use of aesthetic, clean and sleek lines as preferred by designers. The addition of various accessories has minimized the use of brightly colored flowers. Modern day flower arrangements usually apply ornamental motifs and other clean lined flower vases to carry on the geometric them into everyday life.

Modern floral arrangements from your NYC wedding florist can serve as trendy additions to events, parties, wedding day receptions, and even in a bat mitzvah birthday bash. The use of materials such as water, lights, and glass can definitely turn a traditional arrangement into something more unique, sleek and elegant looking.

Sparkling Water Bowls
Using water as one of your centerpiece’s main elements can give a flower arrangement a nice and modern flare. Traditional flower arrangements use multicolored vases in different size and shapes. For a more contemporary approach, fill a huge glass bowl with water up to the brim and then spread some buds on top for some statement. This can help create a more Zen like and serene feeling around the home or even at wedding event. Take your flower centerpiece to the next level by adding drops of food coloring to the container, dyeing the water yellow or blue. Using plain white buds will make the color stand out and give that artistic glow to the flower arrangement.

Bud Filled Long Vases
To make a bold and modern statement, consider the use of tall and oversized glass vases for table centerpieces. Snip off a handful of buds from the flowers of your choice and drop them thoroughly at the middle of the glass vase. Playfully mix and match the colors of your flower buds. Fill the vase with buds, leaves and even stems. Pour a little amount of water in the vase to keep the bottom flowers fresh. With the use of a spray bottle, sprinkle some water on the top of your vase to keep the flowers look fresh and healthy. Tall glass vases can add more drama especially to events housed in big dining halls.

Let Flowers Glow with Lights
Twinkle lights are one of the most popularly used decorative items these days and can definitely be used to make a flower arrangement stand out. Wrap stems with light strands and placed them inside tall transparent vases. These arrangements are perfect for evening outdoor parties. You can also use battery operated tea lights as a more convenient and accessible option.

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Fabulous Dish Garden Ideas by your NYC Wedding Florist

Friday, July 16th, 2010
Medium Dish Garden in Oceanside NY, Flowers By Topaz

Medium Dish Garden

Dish gardens are unique and awesome flower arrangements for indoor settings and as well as the outdoors. Dish gardens are also perfect gift ideas for a workmate, a ‘get well soon’ present to a loved one or a thank you gift to someone. Dish gardens are fairly easy to make. All you need to have is a good shallow planter in a garden center. Clay and ceramic containers work well with dish gardens. Go ahead and get a little bad of gravel for your drainage, a good amount of potting soil, some small plants and you’re good to go. But If you’re on a rush or you would want an exquisite European dish garden flower arrangement, then your NYC wedding florist will be here to help.

A dish garden is usually a plant collection which grows together in a shallow and open container similar to that of a terrarium. Dish gardens work best in controlled environments with high atmospheric humidity to promote growth. Dish gardens are often open dishes while terrariums are usually built in enclosed containers. Dish gardens are wonderfully created to thrive almost anywhere even without drainage which makes them excellent for coffee tables and even on the patio. Dish gardens are made up of almost anything such as lined wicker, terra cotta, logs, plastic and even clay pots. Sizes can vary depending upon an individual’s preferences. Terrariums and dish gardens can include various types of flowering plants, shrubs, bonsais, greenery and so much more.

European dish garden. European dish gardens are perfect for any celebration. Get to choose from a combination of greeneries available all year round such as croton, ivy, schefflera, syngonium, pothos and dieffenbanchia.

Dish Garden with Pinks in Oceanside NY, Flowers By Topaz

Dish Garden with Pinks

Desert dish garden. Succulents and cacti are perfect choices for any dish garden. It would be important to plant cacti and succulents in separate dishes since the latter requires more water than the other. Select tiny plants from a garden center or nearby nursery.

Herbal dish garden. A herbal dish garden would be best with some of the most commonly used herbs in the kitchen. You can have basil, thyme, dill, chives, oregano, tarragon, sage and sweet marjoram. Trimming your herbs would make them grow faster and expect to have a cute bushy herb dish garden in no time.

Violet dish garden. Choose from a wide variety of African violet plants together with herbs for a wonderful display of indoor garden. The English ivy plant is also best coupled with African violets.

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Pick the Right Flowers for Every Occasion

Wednesday, July 7th, 2010
Bar Mitzvah Flowers

Bar Mitzvah Flowers

Buying the right bouquet may not be as easy as purchasing a bottle of wine. Life has indeed given us plenty of reasons to celebrate- birthdays, graduations, anniversaries and weddings. Flowers have always given color and warmth to every occasion with their innate freshness, purity and distinct beauty. Through the years, flowers had always been given to express affection and feelings. Flowers are not just beautiful plants. They also affect people with their smell, look and colors. Flowers and their myriad shapes and colors can do a lot more other than sit on a table. They can give the overall tone of the place for every occasion.

Whether you are picking out a premade bouquet in the grocery aisles or assembling your very own personalized bouquet in a flower shop, choosing the right flower stems can sometimes be too intimidating and time consuming as well. But this is not really something that you have to worry about. Let your NYC wedding florist do all the hard work while you sit back, relax and share your floral preferences to them.

A Sensuous Date
Nothing beats a romantic and memorable night better than a gorgeous rose bouquet. Rose bouquets can range from jewel colored to pastels that your loved one will surely adore. Its versatility and variety conveys intention, love and affection for the lucky recipient. Presented in an exuberant vase flower arrangement or over the arm, the fabled distinction of a rose, as well as its smell, really does make the night more charming and lovely.

Intimate & Personal Gatherings
Seasonal flower collections are always perfect for an evening in the living room, kitchen, patio or dining room. Sunflowers during autumn and summer, bulb flowers during springtime and colorful garden flowers all year round make lovely centerpieces and hostess gifts. Pair that bunch with a hand-blown glass vase or a stunning container to create a much more lasting impact.

Milestone Celebrations
Party flowers should always be fun and colorful. Go fun and wild with the warm vibrant colors of tulips, stocks, gerbera daisies and mixed carnations. Don’t hesitate to blend new color combinations. They can after all get that party started.
Everyday Flower Arrangements

Carnations, lilies, tulips and orchids make great hand tied bouquets and stay longer when you freshen it with water regularly. These flowers usually come in a variety of colors to compliment any house décor and bring a dose of happiness in a house interior.

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Dried Flower Arrangements by your NYC Wedding Florist

Sunday, July 4th, 2010
Dried Flowers

Dried Flowers

Flowers are considered to be one of an occasion’s central themes. Flowers can be wonderful in whatever state, including the freshly picked ones and beautiful dried flowers that can be kept for an entire lifetime. Nothing beats a flower’s freshening appeal at home or even at the office. Fresh flowers are often used in any form while dried flower arrangements work best with swags, table centerpieces, crafts and Christmas wreaths. Dried flower arrangements would also last long and are more cost effective compared to fresh flower options.

Dried flowers tend to have that unmatched and timeless beauty within them. Dried floral arrangements have already been popularized since the 19th century and were placed near pianos and sideboards. Dried flowers have been used in home interior designing and in wedding events as well. Dried flowers are usually used during the cold winter months when fresh flowers are not in abundance. Dried flower arrangements create a lasting impression of beauty and grandeur by improving the aesthetic appeal of a certain environment. Dried flower arrangements in wedding usually come as table centerpieces that match the event’s color theme.

Dried flower arrangements are creatively made by your NYC wedding florist by carefully drying fresh flowers at a certain point in their growth. These flowers are air dried or they can also be hung in a cool, airy and dry place. Flowers should be aired in dark area for it to maintain its color. Petals are usually dried out by spreading them on a wide sheet inside a dark room.

Dried flowers are usually paired with a nice assortment of moss, foliage and lepidium for that unique and exquisite appeal. Leaves and stalks of contrasting colors and shapes help create that beautiful dried floral arrangement. If you would want a more elegant and exclusive look, metallic colored stalks and branches are highly recommended. Some of the most popular color choices for dried flower bouquets are rust, brown, burgundy, red and orange.

Taking care of a dried flower arrangement is just as easy as it sounds. A dusting feather or a regular hair dryer can do the job for you. Dried flower bouquets shouldn’t be over dried nor exposed in a moist &damp area.

Colorful dried flower arrangements can be seen as centerpieces, wreathes, potted plants and bouquets. Call your NYC wedding florists now and let them help you choose a flower arrangement that will work well with your needs.

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Playful Flower Gift Baskets for A Loved One

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

Teleflora Polka Dot and Posies

Through the years, flowers had always been known as symbols of commitment, love and consideration. Because of this popular reason, flowers have always been a part of the popular gift ideas in the past and even now. Flower bouquets and flower gift baskets can now be purchased conveniently in many offline and online flower shops.

Flower gifts can sometimes be more advantageous than those regular flower gifts. Flower gift basket arrangements often have more sophisticated designs, more impressive and are even more personalized. Flower gift baskets are also more costly compared to the regular bouquets but definitely it is worth the price. Money spent on a beautiful customized flower basket won’t get wasted. You get to have a huge variety of selections and you can even have your basket designs, provisions and styles suit your taste. Share your thoughts and ideas and let your NYC florist take care of all the hard work. You are also given the freedom to choose your flower colors, cuts, sizes and assortments. Gift baskets can have items such as cookies, jams, candies, fruits, nuts, plants, chocolates, teas, coffees and so much more.

Advantages of flower gift baskets:
•    Very easy to order
•    Beautiful & memorable
•    Can be delivered right in front of a recipient’s door at the same day
•    Versatile, perfect for any occasion
•    Are known as thoughtful & useful gifts

Check and see if the flower basket item you have can be upgraded if needed. A nice florist will always give customers a chance to upgrade their baskets with your choice of floral arrangement. Plants can get a little difficult for upgrade sometimes but you can always ask your NYC florist to set things right for you.
A florist’s hands can sometimes be tied when it comes to the availability of the flower arrangements and fruit baskets. Make sure that you get the quality basket you deserve. Sometimes, this may mean replacing flower and fruit products with the seasonal ones.

There are a lot of offers for flower gift baskets these days. All you have to do is go and do a little homework online. Check out many online florists that can cater to all your needs. Compare deals and prices at the very comfort of your own home.

A flower basket full of sweet smelling, colorful pieces is a nice gift that you can give to a loved one. Call your NYC florist and start designing your very own flower basket now.

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Planning your Summer Wedding Flowers

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010
NYC Wedding Florist

NYC Wedding Florist

Summer conjures thoughts of warm weather and long hot days of lush and bright flowers. When you intend to have a summer wedding, let the rhythm of the season guide you when it comes to your wedding flower choices. There are plenty of ways to give a summer touch to your wedding flower arrangements. Playful accents, cool greenery and punchy colors can give your summer wedding a little kick. Whether you are tying the knot along the white sandy shores on a beach side bash, a country club, or a garden gala, you can always add up a few creative touches to your summer wedding. Let an NYC wedding florist guide you with your summer flower centerpieces and wedding bouquets.

Traditional Summer Flower Choices
If you want to do it the traditional way, stock always come in handy. They can come in nice pink and white varieties. They usually get in season during the end of spring and summer. They seem to be old fashion but they do possess that beauty and charm of their own. Beautiful, tall blue delphiniums are also very much abundant during the summer and can work well with the ceremony’s flower arrangements. Some of the traditional summer wedding flower options include columbine, irises and snapdragons.

Contemporary Summer Flower Choices
Roses are abundant during the summer and are among every bride’s top choices. Lilies and calla lies are also visible in many summer weddings. Calla lilies are excellent options when you are planning to have a white themed summer wedding. Stargazer lilies can be used in decorating wedding venues. Their scent and nice huge blooms make it a popular choice among many couples. On the other hand, gerberas are great for summer wedding bouquets as well as for adding more fun and excitement to wedding reception flower arrangements.

Unique Summer Wedding Flower Arrangements
Cockscombs are not very popular among brides but still can make nice and unique wedding flower arrangements. The plant resembles a rooster’s comb with its velvety and crinkled flower bloom. It is a good flower that can add texture and vibrant colors to your flower arrangements. Cockscombs come in many colors such as pink, red and yellow.

Nigella or “love in a mist” is another unique wedding flower option. It is usually incorporated with other flowers such as roses to create a unique and beautiful flower bouquet.

Make your big day vibrant and colorful with the help of a New York City wedding florist and make it extra special for you and your loved ones.

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Flower Ideas on the First Date

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

Giving a lady a bouquet of white roses would more or less make her crack a grin, even if you think that she is not the type who would gush over the beauty and charm of flowers. A woman has her own personality and there is indeed no universal reason why flowers evoke such positive reactions coming out from them. Many say that it is not so much on the flowers themselves but the thought behind it that makes every girl giggle and smile like a teenager.
Flowers are symbols of passion, life, vibrancy and beauty.  Women have always loved receiving flowers and here are some of the top choices for flowers on your first date by your New York City Florist.

• Chrysanthemum. This flower symbolizes friendship, be it in the shimmer of lime green, blue sheen or passion of luscious red chrysanthemum. This flower can be a symbol of loyalty and eternal friendship. Give her a nice bouquet of chrysanthemum on your first dinner date and let the flowers express the things you can’t say.

• Carnation. This flower has been known as the ‘flower of love’ and it definitely possesses all the qualities that will your date a very memorable one. Carnation is a flower that can show your appreciation, fascination, warmth and love for a special person. Its intricate beauty and innate luster makes it a very nice choice to express your desire. A nice bouquet of carnation would indeed be a perfect match for those sweet nothings while staring at your woman’s sparkling eyes.

• Red rose. A little bouquet of red roses on your first ate would make the first date an unforgettable one. A bunch of red roses would epitomize your passion. It can also signify warmth, fervor and undying love.

• Daisy. A bouquet of daisies can symbolize your admiration for her. The flower can also stand for love and loyalty.

• Orchid. Orchids can symbolize your ceaseless love for that special person. Known for its delicateness & understated beauty, a bouquet of orchids will never let you down on a first date.

• Primrose. Unfold all those hidden emotions with a bouquet of primrose recommended by your very own NYC florist. Let the hue of this flower will tell her how much you care.

• Tulip. Whether it is a golden or red tulip, these flowers are bound to put a smile on her face.

• Gardenia. A pulsating seethe gardenia tells the message of secret admiration to your beloved.

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Fathers Day Flower Ideas

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010

The 3rd Sunday in June is celebrated as your dad’s big day! Flowers are a great way to express how much you care about your father in so many ways.

Most of us have the misconception that men wouldn’t want flowers as gifts. Who doesn’t love flowers anyway? Flowers are a great way to express your appreciation and love to the people who hold a special place in your heart. Flowers can also serve as wonderful father’s day gifts. Make this day a memorable one and remind your dad how special he is in your life. Flowers seem to have that enigmatic and undying charisma that can provide a sense of elegance to every occasion. A flower’s fragrance can indeed charm your dad and make him feel extra special on this day.

How to choose the right flowers for this special day

Be extra cautious when choosing the right flowers this Father’s Day. You can ask the help of an NYC florist for appropriate and nice ideas.  When it comes to choosing the right flowers for men, colors tend to be more bold and flashy. Striking color hues, dramatic lines, compelling forms and strong textures are symbols of masculine design. Aggressive colors like red, orange, yellow and purple are among the top choices. You can always select your own color trends this Father’s Day and have it arranged by a New York florist.

Tropical blooms are nice father’s day flower ideas. Robust flowers like the flamboyant bird of paradise and the waxy, heart shaped anthurium can create a nice impact with their unique shapes and vibrant shades. You can always go for other tropical flowers such as angular heliconias, ginger blooms and exotic orchids. Match these flowers with subtropical species such as the gerberas, proteas, and leucadendrons for a bolder appeal. Tropical flowers are quite longer lasting and more adaptable to household environments because they come from warmer regions. Fresh tropical flower arrangements can last up to 2 weeks when properly take care of.

Men also love contemporary and natural flower arrangements. Roses, daisies and other exotic flowers are also nice choices. Make sure you adhere to the color theme. Yellow daisies and vivid red roses are also best loved among men. White roses are usually given to honor a deceased father.
Add more color and warmth to your flower arrangement with the help of an NYC florist. Add a special note and make your flower arrangement extra special this Father’s Day.

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A Man’s Guide to Giving Flowers

Friday, May 21st, 2010

What could be the best way for men to make lasting impressions on a woman that she liked? Recent studies show a good way to create a memorable impact is just right under his nose- and that is, through flowers. According to statistics, 90% of women remember the time when they last received a bouquet of flowers and 85% of them claim that flowers indeed make them feel really special.

If a way to a man’s heart is maybe through his stomach, then the key to a woman’s heart is through her other senses. Flowers are considered to be sensual gifts that can express emotions.

• The gal pal. Flowers can show that you are thinking of someone in natural feeling and not in a sensual way. A selection of garden style flowers and bright color palettes can be fun and whimsical. A basket with flowers and some green plants delivered in her office or right in her doorstep is a sure win.

• Leading ladies. A flowering plant or garden style arrangement filled with soft pastel hues is perfect for the important women in your life- your mom, sister or grandmother.

• The new thing. This new romantic feeling can probably be the hardest a man can express. A passionate flower arrangement made up of hot pinks, reds, oranges and gold with a thoughtful card can help communicate the right sentiments.

• The real deal. Flowers are intimately and internationally linked with romance. As a relationship grows, flowers are also becoming symbols of the different milestones that couples had together. Take note of your girl’s favorite picks, your wedding flower arrangements, and the first bunch of flowers that you sent her. These can have great meaning and impact to your loved one.

There are many color advices that men can choose in order to be hip and trendy. Monobotanic arrangements feature only one type of flower (can be roses, iris, tulips, or lilies) in different colors in a vase or container. On the other hand, a monochromatic arrangement allows you to pick a color and select flowers within that color range. You can also go for bunches of texture. Ask your NYC florist to pick complementary flowers of different textures and arrange them in bunches. Have them placed in a glass container for a contemporary feel that will keep her in awe. Add creative messages on your bouquets or flower arrangements to make it more romantic.

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