Category Archives: Design Ideas

Valentine’s Day Decorations for 2013

Posted on January 13, 2013 by James

With Valentine’s Day only a month away, it’s time to start coming up with your ideas for displays and decoration. Come and see the recently completed Valentine’s Day visual displays in our warehouses. We’re moving the merchandise around and putting … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: Remember the Tree Topper in Your Height Measurement for a Christmas Tree

Posted on November 23, 2012 by James

During the last couple of weeks, I have had several conversations with customers about the height of the Christmas tree they should buy. They have measured out the height of the ceiling and are trying to pick out a tree … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: How long will a taper candle burn?

Posted on November 19, 2012 by James

When Christmas and Thanksgiving arrive, we sell a lot of taper candles. With heights ranging from 6″ to 24″ and a wide color assortment, for two months of the year, it becomes a major category. The one question I have … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: How much ribbon does it take to make a bow?

Posted on November 17, 2012 by James

“How many yards of ribbon do I need to purchase to make 10 bows?” That is a question I have heard a multitude of times in the warehouse. There really is not a good objective answer for it since it … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: How do I add snow flock to something?

Posted on November 16, 2012 by James

Walking around the warehouse the other day, a customer stopped me. She pointed to a Christmas tree and asked me, “How do I add snow flocking to something?” A light went off in my head saying, “This would make an … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: How many ornaments do I put into my Christmas tree?

Posted on November 15, 2012 by James

Since we have moved into November, many of the upcoming Tips of the Day will involve Christmas. Today’s tip is one of the most fundamental to decorating for Christmas. How many ornaments do you need to purchase to decorate your … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: How much ribbon do you need to decorate a Christmas tree?

Posted on November 14, 2012 by James

Today, when I started to think about the Tip of the Day, my brain was not working right and I could not think of anything. So, I called the Santa Ana warehouse for suggestions. The first question that I was … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: How many lights should I purchase for my Christmas tree?

Posted on November 13, 2012 by James

Last year, we ran a series of Tip of the Day articles. Since so many of the questions are coming up again, I thought I would re-post some of the tips from last year. So, if this looks familiar, it … Continue reading →

San Diego Christmas Floral Design Show Special

Posted on September 12, 2012 by James

We are pleased to announce that attendees of our 2012 San Diego Christmas Floral Design Show will receive the following special for attending. No coupon is necessary. All in attendance will receive this special automatically at our cash registers.

San Diego Christmas Floral Design Show Featured Designers: Tony and Debbie Alvarez AIFD, CCF

Posted on September 11, 2012 by James

We are pleased to announce that Tony and Debbie Alvarez AIFD, CCF will be our featured designers at our 2012 San Diego Christmas Floral Design Show. Their bio follows: About the Floral Phenomenon Family: Husband and wife design team Tony … Continue reading →