Dowd's Flower Shop

Symbolic Sympathy Tributes

2012-01-05T14:01:00.000-08:00

Clustering and zoning are the techniques we prefer when designing a clean and classic sympathy tribute. Here are a few of our designs...

Shades of the Night

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Ooh how we love cool water roses!

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Add A Splash Of Color To Your Home

2011-06-02T06:18:00.000-07:00

This year and for many more years to come interior design trends are simple — monochromatic and clean. Spring and summer are a great time to add a touch of color to your palette. Think colorful pillows, candles, throws, vases and flowers to make a splash. Here I’ll show you. Watch how easy it is to give your home an update for the warmer seasons with some colorful accessories in this 2-minute video. - Kelli Ellis

That's right! Monochromtic and monobotanical makes a huge statement. One type of flower all in one color, shades of that color brought to life by your florist (that's us!) in a creative way gives the arrangement a stately, sculptural look that is very modern, trendy and eye catching. To repeat Kelli - monochromatic & clean.

2011-06-01T12:04:00.000-07:00

Love, love, love hot bright colors! Can't go wrong with color. Well, you can but you know what I mean.

Pathfinder Bank Event May 2011

2011-05-27T10:36:00.000-07:00

For this particular event our client was looking to reflect the atmosphere of Pathfinder's main branch in Oswego. Incorporating gold reflected from the entry gates. Not only were they using flowers to decorate but also these very old record books that have beautiful old world charm and gorgeous handwriting from years past. To keep the room traditional feeling, cohesive and classy we recommended going green on green. The entire room was cream and brown wood tones with green as the accent color. So, it seemed only natural to carry through the green. In these designs we featured a lot of various style foliages ranging from ti leaves, aspidistra, palm and eucalyptus in shades of forest green to silvery greens and dropped in chartreuse gladiolas and dendrobium orchids.

2011-03-25T11:26:00.000-07:00

Birthday Flower by Month: Daffodil and Jonquil

2011-03-09T06:33:00.000-08:00

There are many creative ways to say, “Happy Birthday”. One way is to give the gift of flowers. By taking the time to research the recipient’s birth month flower will take your gift to the next level.
March brings with it the coming of spring and is met with Daffodil and Jonquil, the latter being from the daffodil family….a sure sign of the passing of winter. Your birthstone is sky-blue Aquamarine
Daffodils on special for March...Dozen for $24.00 and our Daffodil Garden bouquet is marked down to $35.00!

Check out this rose...

2011-03-08T06:46:00.000-08:00

'Katari' is a brand new exclusive variety of rose developed by Esmeralda Breeding and Biotechnology. Vibrant mint green petals tinged with red; beautiful opening and rich, green foliage.

Julie and David 3.4.11

2011-03-04T10:44:00.000-08:00

Available now- Eriostemon 'Long Leaf Wax Flower'

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Eriostemon is a rounded evergreen shrub, 3-4 ft. tall and wide with aromatic foliage native to Australia. In late fall into early spring appear long stems of pink buds that open to a profusion of white flowers. The foliage has a beautiful sweet scent that releases its fragrance when brushed or the leaves are crushed.

Flower Highlight-Nerine Lily and Gloriosa Lily

2011-03-01T11:28:00.000-08:00

Nerine lily a.k.a. Guernsey lily, has 6 to 12 lily-like blossoms at the top of a leafless stem 12 to 18 inches long. Available in red, pinks and white. Popular in contemporary design for its wonderful vertical form and in mixed hand-tie bouquets for its lively character. Its shape looks like a firework, when incorporated into a bouquet it looks like the bouquet is bursting to life. Same charactersitics are found in the gloriosa lily. The gloriosa lily is a very beautiful and wonderfully unusual blossom with long curled petals that reflex 180 degrees. Bright crimson petals with white to gold margins and throats. The Gloriosa plant is a climbing vine and a member of the lily family.

Different Types of Roses

2011-02-28T10:28:00.000-08:00

You may think a rose is a rose, but in reality there are several varieties of roses with a wide range of colors sold. The most common fresh cut rose at any florist is a standard rose. They are typically sold with varying stem lengths-40, 50, 60 and 70cm roses. The longer the stem, the more expensive the rose. There are also sweetheart roses which are very similar to the appearance of a standard rose except the flowers are much smaller with a single flower head on a stem. There are also what is called a spray rose. Spray rose flower heads are small in size like sweetheart roses and have several flower blooms and buds on a single stem. Lastly there are garden roses which are large very open blooms of roses where the middle of the rose is often exposed. They are highly desired for their relaxed, romantic appearance with direct comparison to the standard rose. The majority of our roses are grown in Ecuador, also grown in California and Canada. Watch the following videos to learn a little more about growing and selling roses.

Fun with Foliage!

2011-02-24T09:23:00.000-08:00

Gone are the days of using standard leather leaf. Foliages of all types play a primary role as a main element in modern design. Foliages such as ti leaves, aspidistra, alligator foliage, calathea, maranta and alocasia offer unique patterned leaves that can be showcased inside, lining the vase with a unique pattern offering intriguing value versus a plain clear vase and criss-crossed stems. Our signature look is to fill a clear vase with a layer of brightly colored stones and then line the vase with foliages such as those pictured below.

Now is the time for Flowering Branches...

2011-02-23T11:56:00.000-08:00

Yes, flowering branches is one more sign we're nearing spring. The re-awakening of the trees as they come into spring blossom. These delicate blossom decorated branches incorporated into a fresh cut flower bouquet offer a glimpse of what is to come. Many varieties ranging from cherry, peach, plum, apricot, prunus, quince and forsythia. My personal favorite is the bright salmon pink quince. Although the burst of yellow from the forsythia is a close second.

Moon Series Carnations

2011-02-22T13:50:00.000-08:00

Moon series carnations are a favorite for us. Florigene is the company responsible for genetically modifying these carnations to achieve remarkable purple shades. 4 shades of standard carnations are available starting with the darkest called moonvista, then moonshade, moonlite and the lightest moonaqua. They also have several shades in mini carnations, such as moonshadow, moondust, moonique, moonpearl, moonvelvet and moonberry.

Purple is In!
Purple wedding flowers are a trendy choice with a plethora of unique flowers to arrange with. The color purple is an exotic hue. No matter how many purple wedding flowers pictures you look at, it seems that each one reveals a striking image of beauty and splendor. Dark purple wedding flowers exude luxury, similar to the sensation conveyed with dark purple velvet curtains.
Purple is a mix between hot red and cold blue, which creates a sense of balance. Historically, purple is often associated with nobility and power. Some say that if purple is your color of choice, you are sensitive and creative. It is said that purple helps to spur creativity and peace. When choosing purple flowers for weddings, there is so much room to use your imagination to create stunning arrangements for flowers. Purple pairs well with so many other colors the combinations are endless. Purple and blue. Purple and dusty mauve. Purple and red. Purple and cream. Purple and orange. Purple and green. Purple and pink. Purple and yellow. Purple and purple.

NEW Hanging Plants

2011-02-22T06:30:00.000-08:00

New - Just Arrived!

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Multi-wood Cutting Boards and Rolling Pin from Lance Knapp

Great for christmas...

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Handcrafted hardwood gifts by local artisan Lance Knapp.
Wine bottle stoppers, our most popular item! Also wine goblets, multi wood rolling pins, heart inlay keepsake wood boxes, heart and home inlay recipe boxes, bowls, tooth fairy exchange tooth box, yo-yos and more. Made from oak, maple, cherry and walnut.

Julie and James 9.11.2010

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Brian and Rachel 9.24.10

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And of course we both LOVE FLOWERS!!

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Autumn’s Top Twelve List:

2010-09-03T12:13:00.001-07:00

1 Candor, my son
2 Nature
3 veggies!!
4 kombucha, tea and green drink from Kelsey
5 chocolate and peanut butter!!
6 spinners and poi
7 yoga
8 Uutu my touring bus
9 Lake Ontario
10 Body Art (tattoos, henna, harquus, body painting…)
11 Street Art
12 Dance

Holly’s Top Twelve List:

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1 My Bible
2 My music
3 Good times with family and friends
4 Flowers
5 The Great Outdoors, I love being outside
6 Belly Dance
7 Chocolate and coffee
8 The sky
9 Yoga
10 Kayaking, swimming, the beach, the lake, boating, if it involves water I’m in!
11 Raspberries
12 Movies

Customer Testimonial:

2010-08-31T10:57:00.000-07:00

Dear Holly,
This is to express our appreciation of your kindness and artistry in designing the arrangement for our Mother's memorial service on August 14th at Foster Funeral Home. The white glads and orange lilies were enhanced by your creativity and turned what first seemed to be a simple design into a stunning display. Dowd's should certainly be thankful that they have you as a member of their establishment. Thank you so very much.
Sincerely,
The Family of Leila Fineout
Ed and Eileen Allport
Jim and Eleanor Lund
Phyllis Mett

Did you know?

2010-08-25T09:34:00.001-07:00

We offer same day delivery as well as photo e-mail delivery confirmations. If you are so excited to send flowers you can't wait to hear that they got them, we can send you an e-mail right after we make delivery to let you know your flowers were successfully delivered! What's even better is we can take a picture of your flowers at your request if you'd like to know what they looked like.

Holly is now an AIFD Certified Floral Designer...

2010-08-24T13:31:00.000-07:00

Local Floral Designer Honored by Distinguished International Floral Group
BALTIMORE (August 2010) – Holly Ross of Dowd’s Flower Shop in Fulton, NY has been recognized by the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) as a recipient of its coveted Certified Floral Designer(CFD) designation. Ross was granted this designation after successfully completing the Professional Floral Design Evaluation (PFDE) that took place July 1 immediately prior to the Institute’s National Symposium in Boston.The floral industry’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of the art of floral design through education, AIFD created its CFD program, in part, to provide a tool for consumers to use when selecting a professional floral designer. CFD recognition is granted only after a floral designer has demonstrated their understanding of the concepts of design through education pathways and then by subjecting their floral design work to a vigorous peer evaluation conducted by an international panel of design experts. “The AIFD CFD professional designation salutes a floral designer for his or her artistry and provides consumers with another tool to use for selecting quality professional work,” said Bill McKinley AIFD, Associate Dean at Kishwaukee College in Malta, IL and the chairman of AIFD’s CFD Development Committee. As part of its recognition program, AIFD will assist consumers in locating a CFD qualified floral designer by listing them on its website, www.aifd.org. Floral designers who achieve the CFD recognition will be required to hone their artistry through continuing education in the field of floral design.

About the American Institute of Floral Designers
Established in 1965, the American Institute of Floral Designers is, today, the floral industry's leading non-profit organization
dedicated to establishing, maintaining and recognizing the highest standard of professional floral design. AIFD and its worldwide
accredited members are in the forefront of the industry in presenting educational design programs and in designing flowers for
such renowned events as the Tournament of Roses Parade, Academy Awards and Presidential Inaugurations.

Cymbidium Orchids

2010-08-18T08:17:00.000-07:00

Orchids are one of the most exotic and fascinating flowers in the world. This flower has it all! Beautiful color, markings, texture, fragrance, exotic lure and lasting quality. Cymbidium orchids boast an exceptionally long vase life averaging 2-3 weeks and are available year round.

NEW Greeting Card Line...

2010-08-12T10:31:00.000-07:00

These beautiful photo greeting cards are handcrafted locally by 'The Way We See It.' A new company featuring a dynamic duo of ladies who love photography and share with others the way they see it!
Cards are $3.99 each

Hostess Gift We Did for a Dinner Party

2010-08-06T07:36:00.000-07:00

The inspiration for this came from the woven patterns of lucky bamboo and incorporating local seasonal fresh fruit.

Inspiration from Oasis Floral...

2010-08-03T08:11:00.000-07:00

Wedding Flower Bouquet Shapes Flowers: Brides.com

2010-07-30T12:32:00.000-07:00

The round, hand-tied mound of flowers has become omnipresent at weddings. Here are some bouquet shapes that are equally lovely, but far less predictable.

Asymmetrical
Instead of forcing flowers into an unnatural shape, this bouquet allows for a more fluid, organic arrangement in which the blossoms and foliage are longer and more abundant on one side than the other.
Crescent
The flowers arc outward from both sides of the center of the bouquet to create a balanced crescent moon shape.
Waterfall
A bountiful mass of flowers at the top of the bouquet slowly tapers downward—definitely a candidate for most dramatic. Here the flowers and greenery are arranged on a piece of driftwood to help achieve a teardrop shape.
Flat
Also referred to as a presentation bouquet, this style features long-stemmed flowers and rests in the crook of the arm. A bride with a petite frame needs a more compact version, while a taller bride can go all out.

Wedding Flower Bouquet Shapes Flowers: Brides.com

Weddings, weddings...beautiful weddings

2010-07-28T06:13:00.000-07:00

Our favorite bouquets...

2010-07-14T11:02:00.000-07:00

we love arrangements that emphasize one or two types of flowers massed to enhance impact and zero in on contrast. Here we have beautiful yelloween oriental lilies contrasted with a smoky black glass cube vase.

COOL OFF...

2010-07-13T08:21:00.001-07:00

...with a minty arrangement. Soothing cool tones of silver and mint green and refreshing fragrant eucalyptus. This bouquet is more than something to look at!

Here's a tip for keeping cool...add a few drops of peppermint essential oil to a small bottle of water, spritz on as a body mist and feel refreshed!

AIFD National Symposium

2010-07-07T08:59:00.001-07:00

Holly just returned from Boston where she attended the American Institute of Floral Designers National Symposium. Amazed, inspired and recharged to create lots of fun stuff!
A few photos from the event...

A few creations...

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Fun projects!

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Mango Calla Lily Plant...yummy

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Father's Day is Sunday...

2010-06-18T13:11:00.001-07:00

send your Dad flowers in a Camo vase.

One of the creations we made today...

2010-06-15T10:18:00.000-07:00

Personal Fulfillment Expert Reveals Flowers Fuel the Soul and Create Inspiring Spaces

2010-06-14T13:24:00.000-07:00

Research proves that flowers, being dubbed by some as Vitamin F, help feed our need for serenity, inspiration, wellness, gratitude, love and optimism. Mind and matter are interconnected, according to personal fulfillment expert and best-selling author Jayme Barrett, as she points to university research studies linking flowers with happiness, creativity, compassion and tranquility. “We need and deserve simple ways of creating homes where we feel happy and harmonious by disconnecting from the hectic pace of the world outside,” says Barrett. “Flowers are a wonderful way to ease the stress of everyday life and refocus our emotions more constructively.”
For more on this article go to www.aboutflowers.com

Clean and classic

2010-06-10T06:29:00.000-07:00

T2: Modern Monaco

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Flowers improve emotional health

2010-06-04T08:36:00.000-07:00

With today's high-tech and fast-paced lifestyle taking its daily toll on our lives, experts advise exercise and other personal lifestyle changes to relieve stress. According to behavioral research conducted at Rutgers, nature provides us with a simple way to improve emotional health - flowers. Flowers have an immediate impact on happiness. All study participants expressed "true" or "excited" smiles upon receiving flowers, demonstrating extraordinary delight and gratitude. "Flowers bring about positive emotional feelings in those who enter a room," said Dr. Haviland-Jones. "They make the space more welcoming and create a sharing atmosphere."
For more on this article go to www.aboutflowers.com

Flowers boost morning moods

2010-05-25T07:20:00.000-07:00

Recent research confirms that flowers might be the perfect pick-me-up for millions of Americans who do not consider themselves “morning people.” Participants of a behavioral study conducted by researchers at Harvard University responded to the flowers, which had been placed in rooms they frequented in the morning. Overall, the participants reported they liked to look at the blooms first thing in the morning, particularly in the kitchen. The final study results demonstrate that flowers impact people emotionally at home, causing them to feel less anxious and more compassionate. They even reported a boost of energy that lasted through their day. What could be simpler than bringing home a few blooms to brighten your kitchen table and your mood?
For more on this article go to www.aboutflowers.com

European Inspired Red Rose Design

2010-05-19T08:03:00.001-07:00

Flowers boost seniors' well being...

2010-05-17T11:10:00.000-07:00

Researchers at Rutgers released the results of a six-month behavioral study on the health effects of flowers on senior citizens. The study demonstrates that flowers ease depression, inspire social networking and refresh memory as we age. Specifically, 81 percent of seniors who participated in the study reported a reduction in depression following the receipt of flowers. Forty percent of seniors reported broadening their social contacts beyond their normal social circle of family and close friends. And, 72 percent of the seniors who received flowers scored very high on memory tests in comparison with seniors who did not receive flowers. "Our research shows that a small dose of nature, like flowers, can do a world of wonder for our well-being as we age." For more on this article go to www.aboutflowers.com

Prom Bling, Glitz and Glam

2010-05-10T09:50:00.000-07:00

We make our own wire jewelry to set your corsage or flower ring apart from everybody else.

Make Mom's Day!

2010-05-03T11:59:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day Specials include:
Teleflora's Dragonfly Bouquet $42.95
Teleflora's Rainbow bouquet $52.95 (Our bouquet is arranged in a striped ceramic cylinder rather than a pitcher)
In-House Basket (Shown) $50.00
In-House Vase $65.00

Throwing a party?

2010-04-23T08:50:00.000-07:00

Make an impact that will turn heads with a spectacular arrangement like the one shown. Sizable arrangements are definitely a conversation piece at the center of your hors d'oeuvres or cocktail table!

Flowers and plants promote innovation and idea generation

2010-04-20T08:07:00.000-07:00

According to business experts, the key to gaining the competitive edge in the modern economy is easy to understand - a happy, productive workforce. Texas A&M University conducted a scientific study revealing that workers' idea generation, creative performance and problem solving skills improve substantially in workplace environments that include flowers and plants.
For more on this article go to www.aboutflowers.com

Flowers evoke tranquility…stress reliever

2010-04-16T12:50:00.000-07:00

A behavioral research study conducted by Harvard Medical School reveals that people feel more compassionate toward others, have less worry and anxiety, and feel less depressed when fresh cut flowers are present in the home. "Our results suggest that flowers have a positive impact on our well being."
For more on this article go to www.aboutflowers.com

Our fave foliages...

2010-04-13T08:52:00.000-07:00

We absolutely love as fresh cut foliage or potted plants alocasia amazonica and calathea ornata!! They both have intriguing variegation's and burgundy colored undersides.

Flower givers perceived as successful and caring

2010-04-09T11:53:00.000-07:00

Rutgers University explored what the gifts we choose say about who we are and whether they affect how we are perceived. The research reveals that those who send flowers, in comparison to other gifts, are viewed as successful, caring and emotionally intelligent people. “Our findings show that you can influence and change what people think of you in a significant way through the gifts you give,” says Haviland-Jones. “That news is particularly important to those interested in enhancing friendships and romances, even business relationships.” Flowers create instant delight and happiness. “A successful person is not necessarily someone with a lot of money and material goods, but rather someone who is in tune with people and knows how to touch their hearts,” says Ryan. “I can think of no other item besides flowers that evokes such positive feelings and perceptions for both the giver and the recipient.”For more on this article go to www.aboutflowers.com

Party with Us!

2010-04-02T13:28:00.000-07:00

Pampered Chef Party!
with Michele Mitchell at the flower shop Thursday, April 15th 5-7pm

See what's new and happening at Dowd's Flower Shop. New and creative ideas for Administrative Professionals Week, Spring Dance Recitals, Mother's Day and Prom!
Enjoy samples of new recipes, smell the fresh flowers, view our new store at 222 West First Street S., treat yourself to a new kitchen gadget for all your upcoming summer parties, win a flower arrangement!

Spring is blossoming in the showroom!

2010-03-30T08:46:00.000-07:00

Sympathy Tribute

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another example of a sympathy tribute expressing the passions and hobbies of the life of the person being honored...

Autumn creating a masterful mille fleur spiral hand-tied bouquet...

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Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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Ahhhh...Spring Bouquets are so refreshing

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CNY Blooms Syracuse Flower and Garden Show...

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March 3-7 at the Oncenter in Syracuse

Motorcycle Tribute

2010-02-26T10:44:00.000-08:00

We can't help ourselves when we pour our heart-felt compassion into each and every sympathy tribute. Armed with compassion we turn flowers into pieces of art. Art that depicts the life the departed lived, their passions, hobbies, accomplishments. Here is a prime example of a tribute honoring a motorcycle enthusiast!

NEW Product Feature

2010-02-24T12:41:00.001-08:00

Lucky Bamboo...straight or curly $22-$35
Just in time to enhance your luck...luck 'o the Irish that is!

Dowd’s Flower Shop is partnering with OCO’s Cancer Services Program and Health Education Department

2010-02-23T13:19:00.000-08:00

In an effort to raise awareness of the availability of free cancer screenings and low-cost reproductive health screenings and to encourage community members to help spread the word to their loved ones, Oswego County Opportunity’s Cancer Services Program Partnership and the Health Education Program are reaching out to florists throughout Oswego County to help them in the fight for early detection.
To read more on this article copy and paste the following link...
http://oswegocountytoday.com/?p=31804

Celebrate spring! Save these dates...

2010-02-17T09:10:00.001-08:00

If you've never been to the Philadelphia Flower Show, now is the time! It is absolutely amazing, the volume of flowers and plants brought in is unbelievable...you will be amazed at how many categories of art can be created with botanical materials and the shopping is always fun for your upcoming garden supplies. The 2010 show is themed "Passport to the World" Pennsylvania Convention Center located at 12th and Arch downtown Philly, get your Philly cheese steak or anything else you can imagine at the reading market across the street.
Dates: February 28th thru March 7.

Also upcoming...the National Cherry Blossom Festival in D.C.
March 27 thru April 11
Tour the capitol and witness the famous cherry trees in full bloom, a gift from Japan in 1912.

Rochester Lilac Festival is May 13 thru 23

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We're ready for spring!

Valentine's Day and a cooler full of choices!

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We are open Valentine's Day! Not too late to get your sweetheart flowers... :)

Valentine's Day is fast approaching!

2010-02-01T06:54:00.000-08:00

Nothing says “I Love You” on Valentine’s Day more than a gift of roses. From a small love token to a luxurious bouquet, we have many creative floral gifts cooked up for your Valentine. We will be open Saturday & Sunday, February 13 & 14th from 9-5

Go Cornell!

2010-01-26T11:11:00.001-08:00

Cornell University horticulture professor Mark Bridgen, who is director of Cornell's Long Island Horticultural Research and Extension Center, created the Tangerine Tango lily.
To read the complete article cut and paste this link:

http://blog.syracuse.com/cny/2010/01/cornell_university_professor_creates_new_species_of_lily_tangerine_tango.html

Success!

2010-01-25T11:05:00.000-08:00

Thank you to everyone who attended the bridal show we had an excellent turnout for the 1st Fulton Bridal Spectacular, just over 100 people came through the doors to meet and greet all our wonderful vendors!

A shout out to all our vendors:
Port City Cafe and Bakery, Oswego
Kathy's Cakes and Specialty Treats, Fulton
Hair Hut, Fulton
Travis Floral Shop, Hannibal
Creative Florist, Liverpool
Jammin Beats, Central Square
Jeanie's Bridal Shop, Fulton
Tavern On The Lock, Fulton
Tim Dudden Photography, Mattydale
A Perfect Wedding Mix
Touchstone Crystal Jewelry
Pampered Chef
Mary Kay Cosmetics

Fulton Bridal Spectacular! This Sunday...

2010-01-20T06:25:00.000-08:00

Hope to see you all at Fulton's first Bridal Spectacular! It is going to be a fantastic show, great variety of wedding professionals from our local area, cake tasting, bridal fashion show, giveaways and a great way to jump start your wedding plans...especially if you recently got engaged over the holidays!
Date: This Sunday the 24th
Time: 11a-3p
Location: Red Brick Pub banquet room
224 West First Street S. Fulton
Questions?...call us 598-2471

Brian and Laura 1.9.2010

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Fulton, NY on National News

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It's official, we are trapped in a snow globe, the past nine days of constant snow has been dramatic enough to hit the national news.

2010-01-04T12:56:00.000-08:00

I'm beginning to feel like I'm inside a snow globe, the past few days of constant soft falling snow has been very peculiar.

Ahhhh....

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After the mad rush it's nice to pause and take a breather. Hope you all have the time to reflect on the year and make some goals for the coming and even thank those who have made your year sweet. We certainly thank all of you for your business!

Sensory Overload!!!

2009-12-18T13:28:00.000-08:00

Oh my, we are taking it all in today...wonderful sunshine, hot chocolate fixed with marshmallows and a candy cane and smelling the most beautiful chartreuse Cymbidium Orchids, a breath of fresh air...they smell just like a lilac!

Double Basket Special available now thru Christmas

2009-12-07T07:51:00.001-08:00

The hard working elves at Dowd's have come up with a fun twist to the classic Christmas basket! Enjoy yourself or send to someone special...double basket combo filled with chrysanthemums, carnations, gerbera daisies, seeded eucalyptus, pinecones and fragrant christmas evergreens.

Decorate a Tree December 12th 11:00am-12:00pm

2009-12-01T06:53:00.000-08:00

The best gifts are those that are handmade. Put on your elf caps and join us to decorate your table top cypress tree December 12th 11:00am-12:00pm
Easy to take home, lasts forever, perfect gift for Grandpa and Grandma!
$45.00 per tree. Fee includes all supplies needed.
Pre-registration Required
Hope to see you there!

It's beginning to look like Christmas!

2009-11-23T05:57:00.001-08:00

Have you ever gone into a flower shop and felt overwhlemed by not knowing the names of the flowers or the price of each?

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We try to make the buying experience easy and enjoyable for everyone...even the guys that don't want to admit they know anything about flowers! ;) We label each and every flower variety with some fun facts like expected vase life and update our menu board daily to ensure you can easily see what that funky purple stuff is and how much it costs.

Craig and Anita 9.18.09

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Just met with a bride and I am super excited about her colors! Everything is going to be very modern, high style design all in deep purple, violet, black and white. oooooh! Her maids are going to carry oriental lily composite bouquets! AWESOME

Our 1st In-store Design Class was a success!

2009-11-02T07:37:00.000-08:00

The design room was buzzing on Halloween when we hosted our first in-store instructional design class. Participants had the opportunity to design a Halloween themed arrangement from start to finish, using materials like gerbera daisies and jumbo spiders! Everyone had fun especially when it came to adding the spider webbing. Afterward they enjoyed some candy and took their arrangement home to enjoy.

Thank you ARC for opportunity to be involved in this year's Gala...

2009-10-29T13:08:00.000-07:00

Holly Placed 2nd and Won the People's Choice Award at Teleflora's Recent Holiday Design Show!

2009-10-28T12:06:00.000-07:00

After attending Teleflora's Holiday Design Show...Bring the Bling presented by Education Specialist Tim Farrell, Dowd's designer's are eager and geared up for a dazzling holiday season.

Why real men do buy women flowers...

2009-10-19T13:56:00.000-07:00

CNN.com posted an article stating Why real men DO buy women flowers.

Men should buy women flowers. They are colorful. They smell nice. And without them, flora would never get laid. To many, purchasing flowers is cliché or corny or tacky. And to others, it's an outdated ritual in our modern era of gender equality.
I'd like to address the men reading this (all five of you): buy the broads flowers. Trust me. And now to all the women reading, who outnumber us dudes 100 to 1: allow the dorks in your life to buy you flowers. Trust me.

To read more visit:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/wayoflife/10/16/tf.real.men.buy.flowers/index.html?eref=ib_us

Create a warm and welcoming entrance with an autumn inspired door decoration!

2009-10-03T08:37:00.000-07:00

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Bryana and Nick 7.18.09

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We couldn't resist... : )

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Courtney and Walter 8.7.09

2009-09-03T07:05:00.000-07:00

Bayshore Grove in Oswego is the perfect setting for summer weddings. The lake provides a perfect background for gorgeous wedding photos! Courtney and Walter's wedding...simply beautiful. Here are a few shots taken by an incredibly talented and creative photographer Renee Marquis of Renee Marquis Photography.

Hammers are a swinging and paint is a flying!

2009-08-28T11:14:00.000-07:00

There's nothing like getting your hands dirty. We've been having way too much fun painting and constructing two huge monogrammed letters with our signature tulip. We've also done some serious stenciling on two large columns to add a little dramatic flair to the interior of our store.

Glamorous Glamelias!

2009-08-24T13:02:00.000-07:00

Glamelia's date back to the 40 & 50's. Glamelias have this magic and mystique about them because they're so amazing! These gorgeous oversized blooms are crafted from the petals of several flowers resulting in an ultra lux flower. Traditionally constructed from roses and gladiolas, modern day glamelias are made from just about anything. Peonies, calla lilies and foliage are our faves. We have recently finished crafting several different colorful artificial rose glamelias.

Holy Begonias!

2009-08-17T06:48:00.000-07:00

Check this out. The Annual Carpet of Flowers in the Grand-Place Brussels, Belgium. Close to a million begonia flowers are used to create this breathtaking spectacle. Craftsmen arrange the carpet by hand directly onto the square’s cobblestones without any soil. Grass and tree bark are also used to provide color. The first Carpet of Flowers was created in 1971 as a way to promote begonias. Each square meter of ground contains more than 300 flowers. Amazing!