It's a new year and what better way to keep New Year's resolutions than writing yourself a letter. Reflecting on the past year and visualizing your goals for the new year can help you get to where you want to be. Your letter can be simple - a one page love letter to yourself. It doesn't have to be a masterpiece. Here are a few tips to help you put pen to paper for the new year: Find a quiet space for reflection Choose a comfortable and quiet place where you can reflect w

The holidays can feel overwhelming, especially for florists. Finding ways to reduce stress during this time can make the holiday more enjoyable and peaceful. Here are some tips to help you power through the month: 1. Plan Ahead and Prioritize Tasks One major cause of holiday stress is last-minute rushing. Planning ahead helps you stay organized and reduces anxiety. Break large tasks into smaller ones and keep a master list of what you need to get done. Having a visual l

Ever wonder what goes into getting wedding flowers to our customers? Here's the skinny behind the scenes here at National. Our wedding season tends to run between mid-April to early November. During a typical week, we may handle 25-30 wedding orders a week. Our highest months are June, September and October, where we might handle as many as 55-60  wedding orders in a week, in addition to our day to day orders. Initiating a Wedding Order Sometimes customers know exactly wha