So often we can hear our customers asking about an artificial flower or plant design and wondering if it is real or “fake”? This is a compliment to the product you are using and your design skills! A great design of quality artificial florals, greens and natural accents is the best way to sell ...

Faux flowers vs real flowers - this is a battle that many Millennials and even Gen Y face in today’s modern age. These generations love personalization and have disposable income, so making something for them will help your long term business. They’ve grown up with plants being a mainstay ...

The days are getting shorter and starry, cold nights are the backdrop for many events of the season.When customers think about frosty nights and twinkle lights, seasonal events tend to also mean warmth and romance. The Winter Blush collection provides the design materials to make the magical ...

We know that your gift basket designs sometimes need a handle. But the cost of shipping “air” when you consider the space a handle adds to box dimensions can be frustrating.  The solution: drop handle baskets. Because the handles pivot down on metal screws, the result is a sturdy handle that ...

Premade willow wreaths provide a natural gridwork for inserting silk flower stems and ribbon. Meticulously spiraled for a woven appearance, they support silk flower insertions, or can be left bare for a clean look. Often learned by designers as a handwoven art, the premade version saves time, and ...

 The dark colors of root vegetables and warm spices make the perfect palette for warm gatherings or intimate sunset ceremonies. Bold blooms with layers of seeds and grasses bring elegance to life in the Spice of Life collection. The palette of warm, orange tones includes Spiced Cider, the deepest ...

Designers know ruscus is the go-to foliage for home and event designs. Flexible stems and long leaves make it the perfect material for garlands - either across tables, arches or other long spaces. Plus, glossy, deep green leaves align with the trend of bringing the outside in with plant life at ...

Motivational speaker Pocholo Gonzales has said, “Availability is the best ability.” And we know you understand. You can’t land the profitable wedding, sell a volume of seasonal wreathes, or decorate someone’s home without time to spend, and product available.Plus, extra special marketing, ...

Because silk flowers are more lifelike and economical than ever, many floral designers are realizing the benefits. However, you might be persuaded to use the “real touch” variety, thinking it will always be the highest quality and realistic choice for your customers. This isn’t the case!The ...

A Collaboration from Sarah Botchick of Pioneer and Blog Writer Laura Vitale:Provide wilder, carefree flowers and foliage that symbolize freedom and adventure with a mix of romance and toughness. For a client who doesn’t want any two things alike and values handmade and unconventional, Boho Grace ...