No matter the age, gender, or background, everyone loves receiving flowers. Why? For starters, they are stunning, meaningful, emotive, and can make even the most mundane day feel like a special occasion. Read on for a deeper look into why flowers are the perfect one-size-fits-all surprise, plus some DIY tips to up your gift giving game. Flowers Are the All-Around Crowd-Pleaser And don’t just take our word for it—take yours! 80% of Americans say receiving flowers as a gift makes them happy. How about giving flowers? A whopping 88% say that giving flowers makes them happy. Now that has major “crowd pleaser” potential written all over it. Each Flower Has…
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3 DIY Projects to Release the Self-Care Superpowers of Flowers (+Bonus Playlist)
Flowers have natural self-care superpowers! Their presence alone is scientifically proven to lower depression, anxiety, and stress and boost creativity, happiness, and productivity. So it’s only natural to infuse beautiful blooms into your wellness routine. What’s our favorite self-care step (besides walking the flower farms on a sunny day) you ask? Why, it’s taking a warm, relaxing bath to disconnect, ease tension, and wash away the hustle-bustle. Follow along for 3 bath-time DIY projects to make your self-care soak 💯% Mother Nature-approved! Mother Nature-Approved Self-Care Upgrade your bath-time ritual by surrounding yourself with fresh flowers. With soothing soaps✓, natural bath salts ✓, rose water ✓, a relaxing playlist ✓, and…
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Cheers to Summer With 4 Easy Breezy Floral-Infused Summer Cocktails
Summer is starting to wrap up (we know, we know—we don’t want to admit it either). So we’re going to soak up every last moment by spending as much time outside in the sun as possible (with SPF, of course) with our closest friends. And what better way than with a cocktail in hand and surrounded by flowers? Follow along for our Official Enjoy Flowers Summer Cocktail PLUS three other delicious floral beverages to add some bubbles to your summer days. The Power of (Edible) Flowers Edible flowers are the perfect cocktail ingredient as they add a pop of color and can be incorporated dried, candied, or fresh. When selecting…
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A Comprehensive Look at Art’s Greatest Muse: The Flower
Calling all Art History majors, minors, and art fans! Today’s class is about the most precious, stunning, and complex subject that’s graced everything from the walls of caves to the halls of the Louvre: flowers! And we’re not going to take just a superficial look; we’re going to discuss symbolism, theme, brushwork, composition, and more! Is it because of their beauty? Well, partially. But there are numerous elements that make flowers the ideal subject to paint, sketch, and even physically incorporate into pieces. Over the course of centuries, artists have featured blooms and botanicals in their work because: Flowers capture symbolism. An artist can transmit powerful emotions like elation, love,…
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5 Botanic Gardens to Plan Your Next International Trip Around!
Straight from the source, these botanical gardens are a mecca for flower fans who want to immerse themselves in natural wonders, learn about local ecosystems, and support the conservation and study of the world’s more rare (and stunning) plants! Botanical gardens are an exceptional attraction for tourists and locals alike! For locals, it’s a great way to get away from the hustle-bustle of city life and escape to nature without even leaving the city limits. For tourists (and curious local citizens), these gardens are a delightful glimpse at the flowers, terrain, and climate of the region. You’ll find flora with its scientific botanical name and vegetation being studied to be…
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Home decor: Simple steps to decorate like an expert
Now that we are spending more and more time in our homes, it should be your sanctuary. This is a topic that much of our flower community loves to discuss: How can you effortlessly brighten up a room? A place that brings you joy, that welcomes you, and those you love, home… Your home decor should be able to shift and change to always reflect who you are… Impossible? Not if you follow our simple suggestions.
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Flower Arranging Tips for Beginners
We are always listening to our Facebook community and one of the most asked about topics is flower arrangement. You’re ready to create a DIY flower arrangement, but the how seems a bit daunting? Don’t worry, we’ve created an easy-to-follow formula for beautiful bouquets. There are three phases to creating an incredible flower arrangement: preparation, method, and maintenance. Keep in mind, no phase is more important than the other; they’re all integral to the creation of your dream DIY arrangement. Now, let’s get to it… Choose Colors You Love Find the shades that make you feel joy Go wild with this one… or stay tame – you can’t go wrong!…
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10 facts about wildflowers and other plants
If you are a nature lover, here you will find some interesting facts about the wildflower, those you’ve seen out in the wild, and those cultivated in your garden.
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Choose the perfect flower for any occasion
You know that flowers are always a good idea… But did you also know that every flower is unique? This means there is a perfect flower for every occasion, even while we continue to shelter in place! Our family has been working with flowers for more than fifty years and each flower tells a story. We are so happy to be sharing them so they can become a part of yours. Let us help you find the perfect flower for every occasion, wherever you are. The perfect flower to celebrate a new baby Flowers are a celebration of life. With the uncertain times we live in, there’s nothing more uplifting…
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3 Tips for Bringing Spring Decor into Every Room
Are you ready to bring spring into every room in the house? The Enjoy Flowers team has unanimously voted YES! So, we’ve rounded up our favorite ways to bring the bright cheer of spring inside. Whether you’re trying to keep it simple (aka “no DIYs please”), or you’re ready for a bigger seasonal statement (get your paint ready), we’ve got you covered. Make sure to tag us on Instagram when you share your spring decor additions! Split Your Bouquets Take your bouquet and split it into mini arrangements! You can mix the look up even further by choosing small bud vases, pretty drinking glasses or tea cups to hold your…
