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Julie Mulligan

Julie started her career in the floral industry over 30 years ago in a small, family-owned flower shop. From floral designer to author and lifestyle expert, her insight has been instrumental in developing the 1-800-Flowers.com brand. Representing the company’s floral lifestyle vision, Julie has shared her talent and passion in numerous television appearances and national magazine features. She is an active fundraiser and longtime friend of IGHL, a group dedicated to facilitating a more independent life for developmentally challenged adults.

The Moscow Mule: A Delicious & Inspirational Drink

Entertainment

The Moscow Mule: A Delicious & Inspirational Drink

There are a few themes that you will see weaving throughout my latest posts – what’s trending now, everything old is new again, my recent vacation in California, and California grown flowers. Here’s one that…

Make Your Own Spooky Spider Tree Halloween Centerpiece

Halloween

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…

3 Sunflower Crafts for Fall

Fall Decor

3 Sunflower Crafts for Fall

These ideas for DIY sunflower crafts for fall include a votive candle, wreath, and pencil vase.

Be Happy: Work on Your Own Personal Happiness Project

Lifestyle

Be Happy: Work on Your Own Personal Happiness Project

I’m still thinking about this whole feeling good and being happy thing. Of course, I immediately think of the power that flowers have on one’s well-being and state of mind, but there are so many…

How to Set the Perfect Hawaiian Luau Table

Entertainment

How to Host a Luau Party

When the temperature drops outside, turn up the heat inside and invite your friends over for a traditional Hawaiian party

Create Your Own Dramatic Candle Centerpiece

Entertainment

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…

Create Festive Floral Place Settings

Fall Decor

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…

Sweet M&M Halloween Table Centerpiece

Halloween

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…

Make a Fun Candy Corn Inspired Centerpiece

Halloween

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…