Men had family jewelers from whom they bought baubles for their wives and family florist from whom they ordered arrangements of fresh flowers for special occasions.
In Carlisle, anyone searching for a small, local florist to provide exquisite, eye-catching arrangements for any occasion - solemn or special - need look no further than Georges' Flowers, 101-199 G Street, Carlisle.
The family-owned business recently celebrated its 101st anniversary and will be honored at the Carlisle Chamber of Commerce's Business Achievement Award Breakfast Wednesday.
"It is really just an example of business excellence in the Carlisle Community," said chamber President Michelle Crowley. "They have just been supportive of so many different activities and organizations."
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Thursday, 8 December 2011
Wednesday, 7 December 2011
Questions You Wouldn't Think to Ask Your Florist
1. Are my flowers in season? Seems so obvious, right? Unless you are using year-round roses, tulips or hydrangea, you may not be thrilled to find out that your absolute favorite flower, the one you've had your heart set on, isn't available. Peonies in August? Ranunculus in September? Probably not happening. Your florist should provide substitutions for similar flowers, so that those peonies become garden roses.
2. Do you charge to breakdown? Depending on your venue, and your preference, you may want to keep the centerpieces to give away to guests. This is a great way to use your flowers as party favors, especially if you do a bunch of smaller vases versus one large centerpiece. The florist may charge you for keeping the vases (it should only be 10% more or so), but should deduct their normal rate for setup and breakdown if they don't have to come back to the venue that night.
3. What's your contract policy? Make sure you sign a contract with your florist. You want to be on the same page about the details, such as the right to use substitutions, rentals, and deposit amounts. It is normal to put half of the amount down for a deposit, and the rest in full a month before the wedding.
4. How many consultations to do I get? There's probably not a limit to how many times you can call them or email them, but you will want to ask about samples. Every florist has their own policy on providing sample bouquets and centerpieces -- and how much they charge for each one. Usually, if you sign a contract, with the florist they will provide a sample gratis, but you will want to ask them their policy beforehand.
5. When will we do a walk-through? This goes along with the above point, but it's often overlooked. I think it's important for the florist to do a walk-through with the bride so that they can really see the setup of the place, which will definitely influence their suggestions and designs. If the venue is out-of-town then of course it's unrealistic to ask, but going through the venue photos together will help immensely so that you're both on the same page.
6. Will you be the one designing on my day? The first time I had a bride ask me that, I must've had a perplexed look on my face. "Of course I will be designing on your day!" I replied. She then explained how worried she was that she would go with a florist and the designer she met with would no longer be working there on her day. This is a valid concern, and worth asking. You want to make sure to avoid the horror stories I've heard, from the owner or main designer not being there, to them messing up the colors, or not providing enough boutonnieres. This all comes back to trusting who you hire -- read reviews, ask around, and most of all, trust your gut. Your designer will know the setup time, how much time is allotted, and you may also want to ask how many people they plan to bring. A small wedding requires two, and large can be five and up. In the end, all flowers are beautiful, so once you have the designs down, relax, and enjoy the journey.
source from : http://www.huffingtonpost.com/carly-cylinder/6-questions-you-wouldnt-t_b_1106468.html
2. Do you charge to breakdown? Depending on your venue, and your preference, you may want to keep the centerpieces to give away to guests. This is a great way to use your flowers as party favors, especially if you do a bunch of smaller vases versus one large centerpiece. The florist may charge you for keeping the vases (it should only be 10% more or so), but should deduct their normal rate for setup and breakdown if they don't have to come back to the venue that night.
3. What's your contract policy? Make sure you sign a contract with your florist. You want to be on the same page about the details, such as the right to use substitutions, rentals, and deposit amounts. It is normal to put half of the amount down for a deposit, and the rest in full a month before the wedding.
4. How many consultations to do I get? There's probably not a limit to how many times you can call them or email them, but you will want to ask about samples. Every florist has their own policy on providing sample bouquets and centerpieces -- and how much they charge for each one. Usually, if you sign a contract, with the florist they will provide a sample gratis, but you will want to ask them their policy beforehand.
5. When will we do a walk-through? This goes along with the above point, but it's often overlooked. I think it's important for the florist to do a walk-through with the bride so that they can really see the setup of the place, which will definitely influence their suggestions and designs. If the venue is out-of-town then of course it's unrealistic to ask, but going through the venue photos together will help immensely so that you're both on the same page.
6. Will you be the one designing on my day? The first time I had a bride ask me that, I must've had a perplexed look on my face. "Of course I will be designing on your day!" I replied. She then explained how worried she was that she would go with a florist and the designer she met with would no longer be working there on her day. This is a valid concern, and worth asking. You want to make sure to avoid the horror stories I've heard, from the owner or main designer not being there, to them messing up the colors, or not providing enough boutonnieres. This all comes back to trusting who you hire -- read reviews, ask around, and most of all, trust your gut. Your designer will know the setup time, how much time is allotted, and you may also want to ask how many people they plan to bring. A small wedding requires two, and large can be five and up. In the end, all flowers are beautiful, so once you have the designs down, relax, and enjoy the journey.
source from : http://www.huffingtonpost.com/carly-cylinder/6-questions-you-wouldnt-t_b_1106468.html
Tuesday, 6 December 2011
Flower power
Florist : flower power
AN EVENING of floral delights raised a really blooming ’ good total for a Scarborough charity.
Irton Garden Centre held a Festive Flowers event to make £377 for the Scarborough branch of Marie Curie Cancer Care.
The night featured a demonstration from in-house florist Danielle Taylor, who showed visitors a range of Christmas-themed displays.
People could also try their luck on a raffle and tombola during the evening, which organisers hailed a great success.
Ian Carpendale, Scarborough fundraiser for Marie Curie, said the evening was always a big hit with supporters.
He added: “We have had this event for a number of years and it always proves popular because people like to see professional florist demonstrate their skills and get tips for their own displays.
“It also nice to help people get in the Christmas spirit in the run up to the festivities.”
read more from : http://www.scarborougheveningnews.co.uk/lifestyle/that_s_flower_power_1_4034517
AN EVENING of floral delights raised a really blooming ’ good total for a Scarborough charity.
Irton Garden Centre held a Festive Flowers event to make £377 for the Scarborough branch of Marie Curie Cancer Care.
The night featured a demonstration from in-house florist Danielle Taylor, who showed visitors a range of Christmas-themed displays.
People could also try their luck on a raffle and tombola during the evening, which organisers hailed a great success.
Ian Carpendale, Scarborough fundraiser for Marie Curie, said the evening was always a big hit with supporters.
He added: “We have had this event for a number of years and it always proves popular because people like to see professional florist demonstrate their skills and get tips for their own displays.
“It also nice to help people get in the Christmas spirit in the run up to the festivities.”
read more from : http://www.scarborougheveningnews.co.uk/lifestyle/that_s_flower_power_1_4034517
Thursday, 25 August 2011
Become a Florist
Florist in Malaysia Singapore
Although becoming a florist requires no special license, formal training at a floral school or through an apprenticeship with an established florist strengthens a potential florist’s natural skills. However, if someone wants to become a florist, these suggestions will help.
Research the top floral schools in the country or local area. Compare the floral school option with other training options such as online, book and video courses. Compare the options to become a florist with what best fits your learning style, budget and time availability. Most schools or courses certify students as a florist.
Talk to local florists to learn about the pros and cons of being an independent florist or franchisee. The business owner can explain different business situations that are common in the floral industry and how to address them. This expertise may not be conferred in the course work.
Enroll in floral school or order courses to study independently to become a florist. Practice techniques and donate arrangements to low-income families’ weddings, funerals or proms. You can also practice by donating to non-profit organizations such as churches.
Work with an experienced florist to learn tips and tricks for floral design before becoming a florist. Also learn specifics on how to run a floral business by working with a current business owner.
Take continuing education courses at the local community college or floral school to keep up with new methods. Example courses are European floral design and Sympathy arrangements.
Read more: http://www.ehow.com/how_2060731_become-florist.html#ixzz1W30gwoUF
Although becoming a florist requires no special license, formal training at a floral school or through an apprenticeship with an established florist strengthens a potential florist’s natural skills. However, if someone wants to become a florist, these suggestions will help.
Research the top floral schools in the country or local area. Compare the floral school option with other training options such as online, book and video courses. Compare the options to become a florist with what best fits your learning style, budget and time availability. Most schools or courses certify students as a florist.
Talk to local florists to learn about the pros and cons of being an independent florist or franchisee. The business owner can explain different business situations that are common in the floral industry and how to address them. This expertise may not be conferred in the course work.
Enroll in floral school or order courses to study independently to become a florist. Practice techniques and donate arrangements to low-income families’ weddings, funerals or proms. You can also practice by donating to non-profit organizations such as churches.
Work with an experienced florist to learn tips and tricks for floral design before becoming a florist. Also learn specifics on how to run a floral business by working with a current business owner.
Take continuing education courses at the local community college or floral school to keep up with new methods. Example courses are European floral design and Sympathy arrangements.
Read more: http://www.ehow.com/how_2060731_become-florist.html#ixzz1W30gwoUF
Tuesday, 23 August 2011
Raya Hamper
MALACCA: Those working in both the public and private sectors, who receive Hari Raya Hamper or gifts from anyone with official dealings with them, should report and declare the gifts to their department heads, said the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).
Its deputy chief commissioner Datuk Sutinah Sutan, said it was best that they refused to accept the gifts to avoid elements of power abuse.
"The hamper givers are normally those who have official dealings. Otherwise, they would not give," she told reporters after attending a forum towards the transformation of the Malacca civil service at Seri Negeri here on Thursday.
Sutinah, who was one of the panel members at the forum which was opened by chief minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam, said the department head would decide whether the officer or the staff concerned could receive the hamper or gift.
source: http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2011/8/18/nation/20110818184434&sec=nation
Its deputy chief commissioner Datuk Sutinah Sutan, said it was best that they refused to accept the gifts to avoid elements of power abuse.
"The hamper givers are normally those who have official dealings. Otherwise, they would not give," she told reporters after attending a forum towards the transformation of the Malacca civil service at Seri Negeri here on Thursday.
Sutinah, who was one of the panel members at the forum which was opened by chief minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam, said the department head would decide whether the officer or the staff concerned could receive the hamper or gift.
source: http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2011/8/18/nation/20110818184434&sec=nation
Wednesday, 10 August 2011
florist - who is florist
Everyone can become florist should they are interested at flower arrangements. You are not required to have a specific education to be a florist, but you need experience in flower arrangement.
A Florist creates flower arrangements for customers who want to give to someone special, a special memory by sending fresh flowers, and has just the right bouquet to fit every occasion and budget. Florist helps you create smiles with the unique designs of birthday, weddings, anniversaries, new baby born, graduate’s day, mother’s day. Say “I love you” with a stunning arrangement of Valentine’s Day roses, add joy to the holidays with a seasonal centrepiece, or cheer up a friend with a fun get well flower gift basket. Florist also helps you surprise someone with the best flowers. When you need to send your condolence florist can help with a thoughtful funeral flower arrangement.
Every day, florists have to watering and feeding plants, unpacking and caring for flowers and stems, pricing products, arranging floral displays in the shop, taking flower and plant orders, arranging floral bouquets and arrangements for customers.
As a florist, you will be required to have good interpersonal skills and a bright, bubbly personality always helps. You need to know how to respond to different situations such as being empathetic to people ordering flowers for funerals, or casual to a young man buying flowers for his girlfriend for the first time. You will be helping people choose a particular flower arrangement so will need excellent people skills, and will need to know how to discover what people like and what occasion they are buying flowers for.
A Florist creates flower arrangements for customers who want to give to someone special, a special memory by sending fresh flowers, and has just the right bouquet to fit every occasion and budget. Florist helps you create smiles with the unique designs of birthday, weddings, anniversaries, new baby born, graduate’s day, mother’s day. Say “I love you” with a stunning arrangement of Valentine’s Day roses, add joy to the holidays with a seasonal centrepiece, or cheer up a friend with a fun get well flower gift basket. Florist also helps you surprise someone with the best flowers. When you need to send your condolence florist can help with a thoughtful funeral flower arrangement.
Every day, florists have to watering and feeding plants, unpacking and caring for flowers and stems, pricing products, arranging floral displays in the shop, taking flower and plant orders, arranging floral bouquets and arrangements for customers.
As a florist, you will be required to have good interpersonal skills and a bright, bubbly personality always helps. You need to know how to respond to different situations such as being empathetic to people ordering flowers for funerals, or casual to a young man buying flowers for his girlfriend for the first time. You will be helping people choose a particular flower arrangement so will need excellent people skills, and will need to know how to discover what people like and what occasion they are buying flowers for.
Monday, 8 August 2011
Hare Florist & Gift: Florist
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