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Author Archives: Julie Mulligan
DIY Mother’s Day Craft: How to Make a Floral Hot Air Balloon for Mom
Mom does so much for the family throughout the year: No matter how long her to-do list is, you know you can always count on her for anything. Because she means so much, let her sit back and enjoy herself … Continue reading
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Show Your Valentine’s Day Flowers Some TLC
How to Make Your Valentines Flowers Last Most of us look forward to feeling special and loved on Valentine’s Day, and of course receiving Valentine flowers is the perfect way to know you are adored! Flowers represent love in many … Continue reading
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How to Host a Luau Party
Tips on Creating the Perfect Hawaiian Luau from Leis to Exotic Cocktails Nothing breaks up the monotony of a long, cold winter like a fun and unexpected “theme” party! When the temperature outside is dropping, why not turn up the … Continue reading
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Create Your Own Dramatic Candle Centerpiece
Think Fire and Ice Why purchase a centerpiece when you can create your own dramatic candle centerpiece? This is a fabulous look for any special occasion during the winter and creating the dramatic effect of fire and ice couldn’t be easier. Here’s … Continue reading
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Great New Year Decor Ideas!
Ring In The New Year With Style! Whether you are planning an intimate dinner for a few close friends or going all out to ring in the New Year you’ll want to have party décor that will set the mood. If … Continue reading
Orchid Care & Decorating Tips for Different Types of Orchids
In the past few years we’ve seen the popularity of orchids, both potted and cut, skyrocket! It’s now one of the most popular flowers that we carry at 1-800 Flowers. Orchids are simple and pure with an air of sophistication … Continue reading
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How to Make Your Own Homemade Christmas Wreaths
One of my favorite traditions during the Holiday season is taking a day to decorate the house. While it may feel like a chore for some, I have always enjoyed putting a lot of creativity and effort into my décor … Continue reading
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Thanksgiving Pear Themed Table Setting
Here’s one last tip that will sure make your Thanksgiving pear themed table setting unforgettable. Starting with terrific amber glass plates that I picked up at a discount price, all it took was a curvaceous bosc pear, a sprig of … Continue reading
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Fall Reception Décor Ideas
The personal and the décor flowers should complement each other. I suggest having 3 different centerpieces in varying heights instead of having the same centerpiece on every table. It creates a much better rhythm and flow in the room. Various … Continue reading
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How To Create An Autumn Leaf Table Runner
Thanksgiving is slowly approaching and what is better than an inexpensive, easy and creative autumn leaf table runner? Your friends and family will feel as if they are sitting right in your backyard. Try it out and remember, just have fun … Continue reading
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Create A Festive Table Display With Fiberts and Mums
Thanksgiving is only a few days away and if you’re still looking for a centerpiece to make your festive table display elegant this season, try using filberts and mums. I prefer to use multiple smaller floral accents as opposed to one large … Continue reading
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Create Festive Floral Place Settings
Creating a decorative detail on each dinner plate is an easy and inexpensive way to add a personal touch to your Thanksgiving table. You don’t necessarily need to add a place card, especially if your family is a “first at … Continue reading
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Have a Beach Inspired Thanksgiving!
While many of us associate Thanksgiving with crisp cold air, berried branches, turning foliage, and chrysanthemums, not everyone has to go over the river and through the woods to get to grandmother’s house. Some just take a barefoot stroll along … Continue reading
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Festive Fall & Thanksgiving Table Settings
Creating a decorative detail on each dinner plate is an easy and inexpensive way to add a personal touch to your Thanksgiving table. While you don’t necessarily need to add a place card, it is a nice touch to create … Continue reading
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Sweet M&M Halloween Table Centerpiece
Halloween is a great opportunity to have some creative fun! Make it sweet and simple with this easy M&M Halloween Table Centerpiece craft. Here’s a quick centerpiece idea for your Halloween festivities… I love the purple, lime green, orange and … Continue reading
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Make Your Own Spooky Spider Tree Halloween Centerpiece
Here’s a “spider tree” that is very simple to make and will look great in a picture window, on a table in the foyer or as a centerpiece for a Halloween party. Begin making your own spooky spider tree Halloween … Continue reading
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Make a Fun Candy Corn Inspired Centerpiece
From now until the end of the year is a crafters dream. From Halloween through Thanksgiving and right into the holiday season, there are more reasons to decorate and create than any other time of the year. Make a fun … Continue reading
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Make Delicious Apple Centerpieces For Any Occasion!
Big Apple Centerpieces I was recently asked by a New York bride and groom to incorporate apples into the place card display at their Manhattan reception. They had many guests coming in from out of town and wanted to visually … Continue reading
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Vintage Halloween Centerpiece
Vintage Halloween Pumpkin Give your table a vintage makeover with this vintage Halloween centerpiece. This original papier-mâché pumpkin from the 1950’s is my favorite Halloween decoration. My mother-in-law gave it to me a few years ago. She finds the best … Continue reading
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How to Make Halloween Centerpieces
Halloween is arguably the most DIY friendly holiday. Between costumes for kids and adults, décor and spooky-inspired parties, the options are endless! DIY Halloween Candy Vase Personally, I love the purple, lime green, orange and black combination for the … Continue reading
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Simple Ways To Say I Love You
Show Your Love And Appreciation To Your Special Someone As summer comes to a close and we look towards the holiday rush, it is easy to get engulfed in the everyday “routine.” There are many simple ways to say I … Continue reading
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DIY Sunflower Crafts for Fall
Make Your Own Sunflower Candles, Wreaths & Pencil Case Vases As we head further into Fall, the colors of the season are reaching their peak. Rich reds, yellows and oranges add beauty to the landscape. Also at their peak are gorgeous … Continue reading
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Dazzling Dahlias, Flowers of Fall
As I’ve said many times that having flowers in your home or office is just plain good for you. It’s such a simple thing to do and yet makes such a difference. Take advantage of the different floral varieties that … Continue reading
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Celebrate Love Note Day This September!
Note Ideas For Love Note Day! The month of September continues to fly by, but I wanted to take a moment and share one of the sweetest holidays I have ever heard of! Love Note Day falls annually on the … Continue reading
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How to Preserve Flowers with Wax
Create Your Own Wax Flowers Just when you thought your Valentine flowers were done here are two more tricks and tips to make the last few blooms more then just a memory. Waxing fresh flowers is a craft that dates … Continue reading
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How to Make Back to School Flowers to Start Their School Year Off Right
Back to school flowers can help everyone start the new school year off on the right foot! According to research conducted at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, the presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, heightens feelings of life … Continue reading
How to Make Flowers Last Longer
Make a Simple Floral Bouquet Last Up to Three Weeks It has been scientifically proven that flowers make people feel good. According to behavioral research conducted at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, nature provides us with a simple … Continue reading
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Fall Wedding Flower Ideas, Trends & Themes
There are so many options for flowers and décor for fall weddings that it can be difficult deciding on one theme or direction. Here are just a few fall wedding flower ideas to help you with the perfect autumn combinations … Continue reading
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Caring for Cut Flowers in Five Easy Steps
Care for Cut Flowers In Order to Keep Them Fresh Step One: Always use clean vases or containers. Bacteria in the water will shorten the life span of your flowers. Household bleach is an excellent cleaning agent for your floral containers. Step Two: … Continue reading
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How To Create a Love Altar
Did you ever want to tell someone just how much they mean to you and how much joy, comfort, and passion they have brought into your life? Sometimes it’s easier to show someone how much you love them than to … Continue reading
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How To Host A Wine Tasting Party
Not too long ago, I was asked to put together an elegant wine tasting event. It was such a treat to design a party with the sole purpose of saying “Thank You” to some of our local 1-800-FLOWERS customers! I … Continue reading
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Beach Themed Wedding Ideas
If you are interested in having a coastal themed wedding, here are a few beach themed wedding ideas that can help you. You can go tropical and colorful or coastal and serene. Here I took the serene path and worked … Continue reading
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Make The Most Of Your Graduate’s Corsage
Tips on Choosing Your Grads Corsage! The summer weather is here and that can only mean one thing; graduation time! Whether graduating kindergarten or college, it is a blissful, bittersweet celebration. This is their day to shine, and what is … Continue reading
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Our Pet Loving Mom: Wendy from Paw Luxury
Spotted! I’m so excited to share with you one last mom! Wendy from Paw Luxury is a Pet Loving Mom! How cute is this super creative floral arrangement? Phil, one of the talented designers at 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, has been revisiting a … Continue reading
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Fresh Floral Wedding Table Centerpieces
There’s a reason for the saying “Fresh as a Daisy.” Check out these great fresh floral wedding table centerpieces featureing the gerbera daisy with its wide selection of bold colors and its long green architectural stem adds a modern funky vibe … Continue reading
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How To Keep Your Valentine Roses Alive For Weeks
If you were the lucky recipient of a beautiful floral arrangement from someone special this Valentine’s Day, you want the flowers to last as long as possible. Learn how to keep your Valentine roses alive for up to two to … Continue reading
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The Power of Scent and Color!
Both color and scent have emotional components to them. They can help to cheer you up or calm you down. They can trigger a memory or help to bring balance to your life. Here are a few facts about various … Continue reading
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Create Fun and Simple Easter Decorations
You can create simple Easter decorations that are simply beautiful and inexpensive by using seasonal flowers and repurposing hard goods that you already have around your house or from other holidays. Easter Tree Making simple Easter decorations couldn’t be easier! Take … Continue reading
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The Perfect Irish Supper
This time last year we were celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a feast of beer, potatoes and a healthy side of… flowers! I can’t help but smile when I see these festive place settings that are just perfect for a … Continue reading
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Host The Perfect Irish Dinner Party
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! A six-pack and a potato please! Whether you are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or throwing a fun Irish dinner party, I have the perfect touches to make it special. Of course with a name like McCann-Mulligan … Continue reading
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Prepare A Traditional Irish Breakfast
Top of The Mornin’ Tea & Scones March 17th is a grand day and what better way to start the day than with a traditional irish breakfast of a plate of hot homemade scones and a cup of irish tea? … Continue reading
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Learn about Shabbat, A Jewish Holiday
Celebrate Shabbat! Recently, I was told that this Friday, March 5th, the Jewish holiday of Shabbat will be celebrated across America and Canada. For those of you who don’t know what the holiday Shabbat is, take a moment to read … Continue reading
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How to Dry Flowers
Create Your Own Dried Flowers There really isn’t any easier way to preserve flowers then to just let them dry. I think flowers look beautiful when they are dry; they take on such a romantic vintage feel. And while the … Continue reading
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Baby Shower Ideas For “Nesting” Mothers
Bird’s Nest Themed Baby Shower With so many baby shower ideas out there, my favorite one just had to be a bird nesting themed baby shower. At this point the new mom’s nesting instinct is in over-drive so why not make “nesting” the … Continue reading
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Great Ideas For a Romantic Valentine’s Weekend
With the craziness of Valentine’s Day officially over and a holiday weekend quickly approaching, I thought it might be a great time to do a round up of some of my favorite romantic ideas for those of us who may … Continue reading
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Setting the Mood with Food, Flowers, and Candles
Set The Mood on Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is all about love and expressing your feelings, so I prefer to keep the event itself low key and comfortable. At the same time the mood should be sensual, encouraging contact and … Continue reading
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Dining in the Garden of Eden
Romantic Dinner Ideas Isn’t it wonderful that Valentine’s Day is in the middle of the winter? It’s such a great excuse to shut out the rest of the world and create a sanctuary where you and your loved one can … Continue reading
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Create Your Own Unique Valentine Love Note
Flowers have a magical way of saying what words sometimes cannot. The words that accompany the flowers can have a power all their own. Those words can be heart wrenching or funny, a simple “I love you” or something a … Continue reading
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Super Bowl Party!
Make A Touch Down At Your Super Bowl Party! A Super Bowl party is not the time to fuss too much with decorations – food, drinks, and of course the game will take precedent for this occasion. However it’s still … Continue reading
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Arrange Your Own Bouquet With The Perfect Pitcher!
Pitcher Perfect! Now that you’ve put all of your holiday decorations away doesn’t your home look so plain, empty, and boring? Arrange your own bouquet starting with a simple bunch of fresh flowers! Try it – you’ll be amazed at the … Continue reading
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Give A Personalized Wreath
Inspired by the ancient tradition of featuring a different floral arrangement in front of a home to identify the family and profession of the resident, I created these one of a kind designs. These are the kind of arrangements that … Continue reading
Tips and Ideas For Creating Your Own Wreath
Here are a few basic tips and ideas for creating your own wreaths either as a gift to yourself or for a friend. TRANSFORMED BARGAIN WREATHS Keep your eyes open for bargains with possibilities. I always check out the clearance … Continue reading
Great Holiday Flower Tree Ideas
The Christmas tree market was born in 1851 when Catskill farmer, Mark Carr, hauled two ox sleds of evergreens into New York City and sold them. By 1900, one in five American families had a Christmas tree, and 20 years … Continue reading
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Chinese New Year – 2010 the Year of the Tiger
Celebrate Chinese New Year! The Chinese New Year begins on the first day of the New Moon. This year, the year of the tiger, the Chinese New Year falls on February 14th – Valentine’s Day! So even if you’re not … Continue reading
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