Were you like me and thought Spring would never arrive?
As I speak, it's currently overcast and chilly this Sunday afternoon but have no fear! The weatherman says that next week we are supposed to hit 70 degrees!! What a great thought!
Do you, like me, finding yourself yearning to get outside and plant those annuals, hang those baskets, and enjoy the sunshine? On that note, we'd like to say how excited Sarah's Flowers & Gifts is for The Green Spot in Manchester and their new and very spacious greenhouse! I personally buy hanging baskets from Janet every spring for my house because her petunias are by the far the most beautiful I have seen!
It's hard to believe Easter is almost here. A week from now we'll all be enjoying the company of family and hunting those eggs!
At the flower shop we've been busy getting ready for Spring since before the snow melted!
We have our Easter lilies now in stock, and I must say they are so beautifully fragrant. We've also gotten in several sizes and types of blooming plants -- just in time for you send as and Easter greeting to family and friends.
Isn't it amazing what flowers do to a room at holiday time? I was reading a study done recently by Harvard in relation to what flowers do when put in a room with people at work. Researchers have found that flowers actually can increase positive thoughts and feelings!
Couldn't we all use more of that? Treat yourself and pick up some flowers today!
Sarah's Flowers & Gifts always has a great selection of fresh cut stems on hand for you DIY'ers! We love making up wrapped bouquets for people to take home and create their own arrangements. And with Spring flowers beginning to bloom - just think how fun it would be combine your tulips with some flower shop daisies? Or some flower shop roses with a few of your hosta leaves?
We're always here to help you because we appreciate you and we love flowers! If you haven't been out to see us in a while, most definetly stop in - we have a HUGE selection of spring gifts for every price range!
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Google Reader
Let me say I love Google Reader!!
My main new year's resoloution was to become a little more organized with my online tools, the blog, the fb posts, and the tweets.
I've been finding so many great flower shop blogs to read, but I've also been stumbling across a lot of fantastic, creative crafting blogs!
My background pretty much started with crafting. Being the daughter of a professional crafter (Yes my mother made a career of it!) I would spend a large number of summer weekends traveling across the midwest to craft shows with mom to help sell her handmade items. I was very lucky to have a mom that encouraged creativity from a very young age -- look where it got me! Doing what I love, everday!
I also worked for both Ben Franklin Crafts and Hobby Lobby which allowed me access to the newest craft trends on the market. I also had the best teachers while working retail in arts and crafts, the customers!!
I learned so much from customers looking for a certain product or purchasing something to finish up a project. They'd tell me what they were doing and then how to do it and voila - I could add another project to my craft recipe box! If I had a question, I knew which customer to ask so next time they'd come in I'd fire away.
So that brings me to Google Reader. With all these blogs I was trying to follow, I felt overwhelmed stashing them all in my "Favorites" folder online and trying to read each one and remember which ones I had looked at recently for updates.
Hello Good Reader! It's so awesome because I can put all my favorite blogs/websites/facebook pages/twitter pages into it and it keeps me posted when new info is posted. It's kind of like your own personlized, online library that stocks only books that you enjoy and you can go "check them out" whenver you want!
Just today I found this website: www.dollarstorecrafts.com
Great site - great ideas - great price!! Who doesn't love The Dollar Tree and the amazing things you can find their for projects.
From that site I found such blogs and sites as Curbly, ShannonMakesStuff, and MuffinTinMom.
I hope you all enjoy reading them as much as I do!
Keep crafting!
My main new year's resoloution was to become a little more organized with my online tools, the blog, the fb posts, and the tweets.
I've been finding so many great flower shop blogs to read, but I've also been stumbling across a lot of fantastic, creative crafting blogs!
My background pretty much started with crafting. Being the daughter of a professional crafter (Yes my mother made a career of it!) I would spend a large number of summer weekends traveling across the midwest to craft shows with mom to help sell her handmade items. I was very lucky to have a mom that encouraged creativity from a very young age -- look where it got me! Doing what I love, everday!
I also worked for both Ben Franklin Crafts and Hobby Lobby which allowed me access to the newest craft trends on the market. I also had the best teachers while working retail in arts and crafts, the customers!!
I learned so much from customers looking for a certain product or purchasing something to finish up a project. They'd tell me what they were doing and then how to do it and voila - I could add another project to my craft recipe box! If I had a question, I knew which customer to ask so next time they'd come in I'd fire away.
So that brings me to Google Reader. With all these blogs I was trying to follow, I felt overwhelmed stashing them all in my "Favorites" folder online and trying to read each one and remember which ones I had looked at recently for updates.
Hello Good Reader! It's so awesome because I can put all my favorite blogs/websites/facebook pages/twitter pages into it and it keeps me posted when new info is posted. It's kind of like your own personlized, online library that stocks only books that you enjoy and you can go "check them out" whenver you want!
Just today I found this website: www.dollarstorecrafts.com
Great site - great ideas - great price!! Who doesn't love The Dollar Tree and the amazing things you can find their for projects.
From that site I found such blogs and sites as Curbly, ShannonMakesStuff, and MuffinTinMom.
I hope you all enjoy reading them as much as I do!
Keep crafting!
Monday, March 8, 2010
A flowertastic Oscars night!
Did everyone get the chance to see the Oscars last night?
Did anyone happen to notice fresh flowers popping up all over the read carpet ....on the stars!
From Mo'niques glamourous gardenias in her hair to a dapper Tom Ford sporting a gardenia boutonniere - 2 great examples of what flowers can do and how fabulous they are!
Next time you have a special event to attend -- don't forget the flowers! They make the outfit!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Happy March!
It's spring month! Yeah!!
We are so ready for spring! We just attended our first Delaware County Master Gardener's Monday's in March program!
A great presentation by Heidi Tietz-De Silva from Petersen-Tietz in Waterloo!
We learned a lot and now we're ready to get out there and get our hands in the dirt.
We've been recently "trying our hands" at some new farm themes in our hand painted stones. Take a look and let us know what you think!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
There may be snow on the ground outside, but inside at Sarah's Flowers & Gifts the tulips are blooming, the iris are open, and it looks like a beautiful flower garden as far as the eye can see!
We've just received huge spring shipments and are excited to share them with you!
Stop out to the flower shop and take a little spring home with you today!
Feeling those winter blahs? We've got gorgeous silk roses, hydrangea, forsythia, lilacs, hyacinths, and much more to put a little pop of color in your room.
Even if the calendar says it isn't spring yet - the seasons have changed at Sarah's Flowers & Gifts!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
The sun is shining!
Isn't it great?? It's so nice to see the sun shine and a little bit of snow melting!
We hope everyone had a great Valentine's Day and want to thank all of you that stopped by the flower shop to pick up flowers for your Valentine's! We appreciate your business!
We don't know about you, but we are ready for Spring! No more snowstorms, coats, hats, and sniffles and coughs! :)
We're getting spring giftware and silk flowers in the flower shop, so you'll definetly want to stop out and see what's new! Once those outdoor planters thaw off and the snow melts away you can fill them with some beautiful silk flower bushes.
It's hard to believe that it's Ash Wednesday already and that Easter will soon be here. It seems not that long ago that we were trimming the tree and wrapping gifts for Christmas. It's not too early to call ahead to Sarah's and pre-order your Easter lilies...they will be here soon!
We hope everyone had a great Valentine's Day and want to thank all of you that stopped by the flower shop to pick up flowers for your Valentine's! We appreciate your business!
We don't know about you, but we are ready for Spring! No more snowstorms, coats, hats, and sniffles and coughs! :)
We're getting spring giftware and silk flowers in the flower shop, so you'll definetly want to stop out and see what's new! Once those outdoor planters thaw off and the snow melts away you can fill them with some beautiful silk flower bushes.
It's hard to believe that it's Ash Wednesday already and that Easter will soon be here. It seems not that long ago that we were trimming the tree and wrapping gifts for Christmas. It's not too early to call ahead to Sarah's and pre-order your Easter lilies...they will be here soon!
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkBbXulkSeE
Here's a sneak peek of what's on hand for Valentine's Day at Sarah's Flowers & Gifts!
Here's a sneak peek of what's on hand for Valentine's Day at Sarah's Flowers & Gifts!
It's the thought that counts!
Happy Early Valentine's Day everyone!
We hope everyone is enjoying this latest snowfall!
With the uncertainty of today's economy, we have noticed an increase of "price comparision" phone calls received at the flower shop.
Everyone, including myself, is much more budget conscious than before and getting the best value is always a good thing!
What I always like to remind everyone, especially my male customers trying to get on the wife's "good side", is that it's really the thought that counts when treating someone to a Valentine gift. And the "thought" shouldn't have to break the bank!
At Sarah's Flowers & Gifts we always try to keep an even selection of flowers in different price ranges for every budget.
Only want to spend $5.00? How about 3 festive colored carnations wrapped in tissue with a touch of tree fern or leather leaf?
Are you taking someone special out for a Valentine's meal? What about surprising them with a single rose corsage or bouttoniere? You can get one at Sarah's Flowers & Gifts for less than $15.00!
Have a lot of vases at home? Bring one in to the flower shop and we'd be glad to fill it for you to save a few dollars!
Just remember that it's the thought that counts! The fact that you remembered a special person on Valentine's Day will mean more than the size of the gift!
Above are a few photos of our "Under $20.00" arrangements! My favorite is the "sweet" soda glass arrangement!
Thursday, January 28, 2010
So many ways to win this Valentine's Day!
Hello everyone! As we are quickly approaching the end of January we are already thinking of February, and we all know what that brings - Valentine's Day!
Sarah's Flowers & Gifts is very excited this year to be taking part of 2 Valentine's promotions with other great, locally owned businesses in our area!
If you stop into the flower shop between now and Valentine's week you can register for a drawing by KMCH that will include these grand prizes: an overnight stay for two plus dinner at The Franklin Hotel in Strawberry Point, a box of Betty Jane Chocolates from Widner Drug, and flowers from Sarah's Flowers & Gifts!
That's not all! We've all been enjoying our newly "renovated" and community owned Castle Theatre in Manchester! It's been a great way to enjoy a night out and support the community!
Valentine's Day the Castle Theatre will be showing "It's Complicated" and the first 25 couples at the 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. showing will receive a free flower from Sarah's Flowers & Gifts!
So many great things to look forward to this Valentine's Day! Remember - it's not just a day for couples, show the love to everyone this Valentine's!
Sarah's Flowers & Gifts is very excited this year to be taking part of 2 Valentine's promotions with other great, locally owned businesses in our area!
If you stop into the flower shop between now and Valentine's week you can register for a drawing by KMCH that will include these grand prizes: an overnight stay for two plus dinner at The Franklin Hotel in Strawberry Point, a box of Betty Jane Chocolates from Widner Drug, and flowers from Sarah's Flowers & Gifts!
That's not all! We've all been enjoying our newly "renovated" and community owned Castle Theatre in Manchester! It's been a great way to enjoy a night out and support the community!
Valentine's Day the Castle Theatre will be showing "It's Complicated" and the first 25 couples at the 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. showing will receive a free flower from Sarah's Flowers & Gifts!
So many great things to look forward to this Valentine's Day! Remember - it's not just a day for couples, show the love to everyone this Valentine's!
Monday, January 25, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Memorial and Sympathy Tributes
During the loss of a loved one or friend, it is sometimes difficult to express your feelings. Sarah's Flowers & Gifts is proud to offer a large, unique selection of memorial gifts and sympathy tributes to send as an expression of your sympathy.
We carry a very extensive collection of poems and verses on our stepping stones and benches as well as a unique selection of angels and statuary.
When the time arises, please allow us to be there for you! Sarah's Flowers & Gifts 563-927-8247 www.sarahsflowersandgifts.com
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Love is in the air!
Only one month left until Valentine's Day!
Does Valentine's Day sneak up on you every year and you dread the thought of fighting the crowds at the flower shop to find the perfect something special for your perfect someone special?
Well - Sarah's Flowers & Gifts can make it easy this year. We are now taking orders for Valentine's Day 2010! Call us today, tell us who it's for, where it's going, and what you'd like and we'll take it from there! You can then check that off your to-do list and score some major points this Valentine's Day!
We've all got too much in our in-box, so let us take a bit of the burden off your back!
Call us today to place your order! 563-927-8247 or check us out online www.sarahsflowersandgifts.com
Does Valentine's Day sneak up on you every year and you dread the thought of fighting the crowds at the flower shop to find the perfect something special for your perfect someone special?
Well - Sarah's Flowers & Gifts can make it easy this year. We are now taking orders for Valentine's Day 2010! Call us today, tell us who it's for, where it's going, and what you'd like and we'll take it from there! You can then check that off your to-do list and score some major points this Valentine's Day!
We've all got too much in our in-box, so let us take a bit of the burden off your back!
Call us today to place your order! 563-927-8247 or check us out online www.sarahsflowersandgifts.com
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
We're "flipping" out!
Over our new Flip Video!!
If you haven't heard about these, check this out:
http://www.theflip.com/en-us/
They are super simple to use and we're excited to find more ways to use them in the flower shop to keep you, our customers, better connected and informed on what's new and happening!
We shot our first video yesterday, a tour of the flower shop, and successfully uploaded it to YouTube - which was done very easily with the software that comes right on the Flip Video camcorder!
See it here on YouTube!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn-lijBvPHY
We hope you enjoy this small tour of the flower shop, especially those of you that may not get a chance to get in to see the store. We're happy to welcome you to Sarah's Flowers & Gifts.
We've also recently updated our website www.sarahsflowersandgifts.om Please take a look around there too. You can also view our latest Flip Videos on our website as well.
Happy Wednesday everyone!!
If you haven't heard about these, check this out:
http://www.theflip.com/en-us/
They are super simple to use and we're excited to find more ways to use them in the flower shop to keep you, our customers, better connected and informed on what's new and happening!
We shot our first video yesterday, a tour of the flower shop, and successfully uploaded it to YouTube - which was done very easily with the software that comes right on the Flip Video camcorder!
See it here on YouTube!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn-lijBvPHY
We hope you enjoy this small tour of the flower shop, especially those of you that may not get a chance to get in to see the store. We're happy to welcome you to Sarah's Flowers & Gifts.
We've also recently updated our website www.sarahsflowersandgifts.om Please take a look around there too. You can also view our latest Flip Videos on our website as well.
Happy Wednesday everyone!!
Monday, January 11, 2010
It's a heatwave!
Happy Monday everyone!
When I came to work this morning it was 11 degrees outside! Heatwave!! Compard to what it has been, 11 degrees actually felt good!!
The forecast for this week looks even better!! Wednesday it is supposed to get up to 36 degrees!! Almost shorts weather :) Maybe a little too soon!
This is a great time to talk about the importance of taking care of your blooms! If you are so lucky as to have flowers sent to you at work or somewhere that they will need to be transported, be sure to take precautions to keep them looking their best.
If you do have to take fresh cut flowers outside for any period of time, make sure they are covered with a plastic bag and move them quickly from the cold into a warm spot.
During these cold winter months, never leave fresh cut flowers in the car for any amount of time. It only takes a few minutes for flowers to freeze and flower heads to turn black and droop in this cold weather.
This will help keep your flowers alive for a longer period of time for you to enjoy them!
If you ever have any questions on flower care please call us at 563-927-8247
Have you seen our website? We're in the process of re-formatting it, but we'd love to know what you think of it!!
www.sarahsflowersandgifts.com
When I came to work this morning it was 11 degrees outside! Heatwave!! Compard to what it has been, 11 degrees actually felt good!!
The forecast for this week looks even better!! Wednesday it is supposed to get up to 36 degrees!! Almost shorts weather :) Maybe a little too soon!
This is a great time to talk about the importance of taking care of your blooms! If you are so lucky as to have flowers sent to you at work or somewhere that they will need to be transported, be sure to take precautions to keep them looking their best.
If you do have to take fresh cut flowers outside for any period of time, make sure they are covered with a plastic bag and move them quickly from the cold into a warm spot.
During these cold winter months, never leave fresh cut flowers in the car for any amount of time. It only takes a few minutes for flowers to freeze and flower heads to turn black and droop in this cold weather.
This will help keep your flowers alive for a longer period of time for you to enjoy them!
If you ever have any questions on flower care please call us at 563-927-8247
Have you seen our website? We're in the process of re-formatting it, but we'd love to know what you think of it!!
www.sarahsflowersandgifts.com
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Happy 2010!!
Happy New Year everyone!!
We hope everyone is having a great start to a new year?
Are you like us and are having a terrible time writing 2010 on checks and paperwork?? We're only on our 2nd day of the new year and we have wrote 2009 on several things!!
We're so excited at Sarah's Flowers and Gifts about this new year!!
We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of our Flip Vid!! This will give us an amazing opportunity to bring you live streams of what si new in the flower shop and what we are working on!
Remember you can always visit us online at www.sarahsflowersandgifts.com
You can also find us on Facebook - Sarah's Flowers & Gifts and you can follow us on Twitter @flowersbysarah
Happy New Year!!
We hope everyone is having a great start to a new year?
Are you like us and are having a terrible time writing 2010 on checks and paperwork?? We're only on our 2nd day of the new year and we have wrote 2009 on several things!!
We're so excited at Sarah's Flowers and Gifts about this new year!!
We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of our Flip Vid!! This will give us an amazing opportunity to bring you live streams of what si new in the flower shop and what we are working on!
Remember you can always visit us online at www.sarahsflowersandgifts.com
You can also find us on Facebook - Sarah's Flowers & Gifts and you can follow us on Twitter @flowersbysarah
Happy New Year!!
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