You’ve boiled the eggs, cooked the ham, and invited the guests for your small gathering. Easter dinner is well underway! If the next thing on your Easter to-do list is creating the perfect tablescape, we’re here to help. Have you ever thought of using eggshells as mini planters for succulents? Or how about creating an Easter egg tree using sugar cookies?
Flowers and wine are spectacular gifts in their own right, but have you ever thought about pairing the two together in a birthday dinner tablescape or as a gift? Many types of wine have certain floral notes and characteristics hidden in their flavor profiles that tie it to a specific flower.
What’s your family’s Mother’s Day style? Whether your tradition is to shower her with an intimate breakfast in bed or to treat her to the perfect spring-time afternoon tea, there are so many ways to treat the moms we love. read more
Valentine’s Day flowers are a very popular way to express one’s love and affection, which is why they play an important role in Valentine’s Day gifting. Red roses, orchids and myrtle flowers are some of the best gifts to give on Valentine’s Day because they represent love and romance. So, to stand out from the rest, why not accompany your flowers with a flower quote or pun? Flower quotes and puns are a fun and unique way to show your Valentine just how much you care, without breaking the bank.
It’s always exciting when you get a fresh bouquet in your hands. Maybe you received a flower delivery as a gift or you simply felt like treating yourself. Whatever the case may be, few things in the world beat the look and smell of fresh flowers. read more
With more people spending time indoors, house plants have become extremely popular. Not only do they create a more tropical and serene atmosphere in your home, but they also have numerous health benefits. read more
Spring is in the air and that means National Flower Day and National Plant-a-Flower Day are right around the corner. It’s an exciting time for gardeners and plant lovers alike. This year, celebrate National Plant-a-Flower Day on March 12 and National Flower Day on March 21. Both days commemorate the beginning of the warmer season and provide a fun occasion to plant a few flowers in anticipation of what is to come. read more
Each year on the first Sunday following the full moon after the spring equinox Christians and many other Americans wake up and celebrate Easter Sunday. The holiday’s fascinating and mysterious roots in pagan times helped shape the many traditions we know today. Most major holidays have an ancient connection to the seasons and Easter is no exception. The spring equinox marks the time of year when we emerge out of winter and the days start getting longer and brighter making it a perfect symbol of hope and rebirth.
Although Valentine’s Day has traditionally been all about romantic love since its mysterious creation in the 5th century, that outdated ideal is changing more and more each year. Life is crazy and time flies, so why not celebrate love in all its beautiful forms this Valentine’s Day? Beyond sending fun gifts to your family or celebrating Galentine’s day with the girls, why not bring your child in on the festivities as well? read more
Welcoming a baby into the world is an exciting experience, and there’s no better way to congratulate the new parents than with a thoughtful card! It’s important to come up with the perfect message to write inside your card, so we’ve put together a collection of meaningful ideas and quotes to include for different scenarios, plus printable ones to make it easier. read more
It’s no secret that the teen years are very formative for many young people. For me, the memories of being 14 years old are still very fresh in my mind, including one particular incident that occurred on a certain holiday halfway through February. For Valentine’s Day at my school, you could send candy and flowers to your fellow classmates throughout the day, something that you likely did as a kid, as well. read more
The year was 1995. The groundbreaking gaming console PlayStation had just made its way into my home thanks to months of allowance savings and a lot of begging. It changed my life! I spent hours with my friends staring at a screen, drinking Jolt Cola, and developing carpal tunnel in my thumbs from desperately pressing buttons. read more
Show your Valentine how much you “get” who they are by sending them a Valentine’s Day gift based on their own unique personality. Based on a psychological personality test known as the Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator, one can discover which common personality traits a person most embodies. read more