School formal season is upon us once again, and for many, it’s a time to shine and create lasting memories. One of the most cherished traditions during this season is the exchange of beautiful flower corsages. These elegant accessories are not only a symbol of admiration but also a statement of sophistication.
What’s in a hat box? Sometimes, a hat. However, for many of us in the business of gift-giving, we recognise that hat boxes have been popularised as a packaging solution. Well-suited for elaborate floral arrangements, balloon bouquets, and teddy bear gifting, a hat box provides a versatile canvas for creativity. This iteration of hat box usage has taken a sharp turn from the history of the hat box, whose function has been both practically simple and socially complex.
Your mother is undoubtedly the rock star in your life. She’s sweet, protective, and fierce when she needs to be. She always has your best interest at heart and puts your needs above all else. Just like all of us, she probably spent the last Christmas in quarantine and isolated from you and all her other loved ones. This year is a great time to give her the best Christmas ever. But what is the perfect gift for mum this Christmas?
Don’t know what to get dad for Christmas? Trust us it doesn’t take much to impress your dad! The best gift that one can give him is quality time or something special that comes straight from the heart. When buying a gift for your Father, a cool gadget is always a great idea on occasions like Father’s Day or his Birthday, but the festivities of Christmas are different. This time of year is all about spending quality time with your loved ones.
Many retail florists embrace that they are part of the ‘gift giving’ industry and sell a wide variety of gifts to complement their fresh flower sales. Amongst the flowers and gifts, potted plants have been sold side-by-side as a distinct part of the retail offering. But now, potted plants have started to appear in the local retail florist as a new department and a popular gift-giving idea of their own.
In today’s retail landscape, is selling only flowers in your store good enough? Should you consider ‘add value’ gifts and a real and continuing profit centre for your flower shop? Many florists consider themselves as a retailer of gifts and flowers these days and not only a florist. So what are some tips to help you improve your retail offering?
Known for their exotic and stunning blooms, potted orchids are becoming a popular addition to many households. With a little knowledge and care, they can grow and prosper in any home.
Sometimes, it can be difficult to choose the best vase shapes for flowers you’ve received or picked from the garden. Our general tip is don’t be afraid to cut the stems to better suit the vase or use decorative pebbles or shells to prop the flowers up.
The holiday season is upon us which means it’s also gift giving time. From fancy and quick gift wrapping ideas to 8 beautiful Christmas wrapping ideas, we’ve hand-selected a special collection of captivating gift wrap ideas using simple Christmas wrapping paper and ribbons and bows to take your presents up a few creative notches. Each collection is conveniently put together in striking colour combinations – perfect to go straight under your Christmas tree! The best part is many of these ribbons and wrapping paper can be used throughout the year. Now let’s get to it
Give a gift basket with a twist, not to mention a real caffeine kick, with this hamper chock full of java-treats displayed in use-again wooden crates. We love the idea of a coffee themed gift basket as an alternative to more traditional hamper fare.