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September 21, 2018

Our Favorite Artisan Florists in New Jersey

With a nickname like the Garden State, you would expect New Jersey to be filled with all kinds of glorious flowers and to have an ample number of skilled artisan florists in place to arrange them. The truth is that there are a lot of wonderful florists in New Jersey, but as with anywhere else, some are better than others. If you live in New Jersey, or are just visiting for a while and are on the hunt for an amazing artisan florist (and who isn’t), you’re in luck. We work with a network of incredible florists across the country, so we have some serious insider tips. No need to pick a random listing from your ‘florists in new jersey’ search. Here are some of our favorite New Jersey florists:   Hightstown Elegant Creations If you’re looking for quality New Jersey florists in the Hightstown area, this is the shop to turn to. This family-owned and operated artisan florist always puts customer service first. They believe that every customer is important, which is why they put their all into everything they do. Offering only top quality floral arrangements and gifts, the staff at Hightstown Elegant Creations are always willing to […]

September 21, 2018

The Perfect Themes & Flowers for a Dinner Party

Summertime is here, and that means sunny days spent in the backyard by the pool with lots of delicious food and drink. When it comes to throwing a dinner party, take a break from the usual barbeque and try some of these unique dinner party themes. Get ready for an evening of food and flowers with your nearest and dearest!   Breakfast For Dinner Who doesn’t love breakfast? And who says you can only have waffles in the morning anyways? Surprise your guests with this fun idea, and invite them to bring a breakfast favorite of their own to contribute. (When everyone contributes their own home cooking to the meal, you get a taste of everyone’s childhood. It also creates an awesome bonding experience!) Make it an extra-unique dinner party theme by requiring a ‘dress code’: Make sure your guests arrive in their pajamas! Step it up another notch and wear animal onesies like these for ultimate comfort. Now to the best part of throwing a dinner party: The food! We love these fabulous breakfast recipes from professional hostess Martha Stewart. Breakfast also means doughnuts, obviously! Set up a tasty donut buffet inside your dining room to give your guests […]

September 20, 2018

Lesser Known Winter Holidays to Send Flowers

During the bitter cold months of winter, you gotta do what you gotta do to stay cozy and cheery! When the winter hits, the days are shorter, the weather is colder, and the skies get darker. To stay sane, you’re gonna need lots of cozy blankets and hot cocoa. But what about some holiday flowers to brighten up your day? You don’t necessarily need an excuse to send a loved one flowers, but it sure doesn’t hurt! So go ahead – send a sweetie in your life some flowers on one of these lesser-known holidays in the winter.   Christmas Card Day – December 9th If you and your family send out the perfectly-posed Christmas card every year, why not go above and beyond and send some flowers too? Or maybe this year you ran out of time to send Christmas cards (It happens! We all have our hands full, especially this time of year). A lovely winter-themed Bouq will let your loved ones know you’re still thinking of them. International Children’s Day – Second Sunday of December Is your kid on Santa’s nice list this year? Maybe they could use a little celebration. Or do you have a niece, […]

September 20, 2018

Survival Guide: Single on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day can be a blast…that is, if you have someone a partner to share it with. Romantic walks through the park, cuddling by a cozy fire, and heading out for an elegant meal are just a few of the ways you can celebrate Valentine’s Day with your significant other. If you’re single on the big day though, how do you survive the excessive mushiness going on all around you? Even the most secure people can become a little intimidated on Valentine’s Day. The whole build up is so intense with cupids and hearts everywhere, but even if you can ignore the commercial push, it’s hard to block out all the couples on V-Day itself. Of course, for those who are single on Valentine’s Day, not all is lost. There are plenty of ways to have an enjoyable (or even spectacular) time on Valentine’s Day without a romantic partner. So how do you have a Valentine’s Day celebration for one? Here are a few ideas for how to survive Valentine’s Day single.   Galentine’s Day A popular idea in recent years is Galentine’s Day. The intent here is to celebrate all the wonderful friendships you have in your life. While […]

September 19, 2018

Keeping Pets Away from Indoor Plants & Flowers

Our pets are a really important part of our families, but our furry little loved ones sometimes get into trouble. Cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, snakes, or even turtles are all living beings with a mind of their own. They are really curious creatures, but sometimes they get their noses into things they shouldn’t. Like, for example, our houseplants! Maybe you can’t get your dog to stop digging the soil and uprooting your houseplants. Maybe your cat is using your plant as a litter box. Or what if you unknowingly brought home a poisonous plant for pets? There are many good reasons that pets and houseplants don’t mix well. Learning some tricks on how to keep pets away from plants are good for pet parents to have up their sleeves.   Keep the Plants Out of Reach This is probably the quickest trick; just put the plant where your pet can’t reach it. Plant stands are a good pet deterrent for the little guys, like a small dog or a guinea pig. If your pet is big enough to reach the plant stand or is a little more rambunctious and prone to knocking things over, think even bigger. Tall furniture […]

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