Introducing Basic Floral Design Workshop!

Petals and Paper is excited to announce their first-ever basic floral design worshop at the Fairmount Art Center in Philadelphia this month! Grab a friend or two and make it a wonderful night out or give someone this gift of creativity! Floral design, like visual art involves a delicate balance of art elements and principals to arrive at a pleasing arrangement. Line, Form, Space, Texture and Color are the elements used based on the principals of balance, proportion, rhythm, contrast, harmony and unity; this is exactly the same in fine art! During this 3-hour workshop, we’ll provide all the materials you need to create your beautiful arrangements -- vases to work in, arranging foam, and all the fresh cut flowers! You will explore design and floral care and leave with a wonderful arrangement to brighten your own home or give as a gift to someone else! Explore your creative side and get into touch with nature! No experience or tools necessary! Everything will be provided!

Important Info:
Date: Friday, March 25 from 7-10PM
Location: Fairmount Art Center
2501 Olive Street Philadelphia, PA 19130
Course fee including materials: $80.00

How to Save Money on Future Valentine's Day Flowers

Everyone likes to save a little money here and there and we thought we'd share some insight on how you can save some money and time on future Valentine's Day flowers!

Order your flowers early!
Ordering your flowers early allows florists to be prepared ahead of the big day by not only making sure flowers for your order will be available but that they will be available for pick up and/or delivery at times that are convenient for you! Most florists reserve their flowers way in advance of the holiday, thus allowing them to purchase a larger selection of flowers at better prices than they would if they were getting their flowers at the last minute. Hence, most florists are willing to give you a discount if you order in advance!

Try something different!
Red roses are in highest demand during the Valentine's Day weekend. Florists usually acquire flowers at higher costs during this time and red roses are often acquired at 500-700% above the average cost. It's a simple supply and demand situation. To save money and be creative, why not gift flowers such as gerber daisies or tulips or calla lilies? We recommend that you call your local florist a week in advance and ask about their specials. They are sure to lead you in the right direction!

Pick up your flowers!
As you can only imagine, delivery schedules are hectic during this period -- especially on Valentine's Day! Florists charge anywhere from $12-20 for deliveries, so why not order your flowers in advance and pick them up? Florists usually have extended hours during the holiday so make sure you call ahead and know their hours!

Celebrate early or after Valentine's Day!
If you are away for the actual holiday, why not celebrate early or after the holiday? Florists are less busy leading up to the holiday or days after the holiday. You might not have the best selections after the holiday, but you are sure to get better deals than on the actual day!

Order your wedding invitations and flowers now for your 2011 wedding and save 10%!

Petals and Paper is now offering 10% off all wedding flower or invitation orders if placed by March 31, 2011 for all 2o11 weddings! If you book your flowers and invitations at the same time, we're offering 15% off your entire wedding order! Email us at petalsandpaperboutique@gmail.com for your 1hr complimentary consultation with our designers. Weekend and evening appointments are available!

Your wedding is coming up in only a month!? Not a problem! You can still order your flowers and invitations now!

Winter Clearance - 3 Day Sale starting tomorrow!!!

For three days (Feb 17-19), we will be having our winter cash-and-carry clearance sale! This is a great opportunity for all you DIYers out there!!!

Here is a sneak peak at what's on sale this week:

- Select greeting cards: $1

- Select candles: $1

- Seasonal potpourri: $1

- Scrapbooking supplies: $1-3

- Seasonal vases: $3; 2 for $5

- Select baskets: $3

There's so much more, so come early and stock up!!!

Fresh Flowers on Sale:

- $1 Carnations

- $3 Long Stem Roses

- $15 Floral Arrangements in Vase

- Buy 2 Tulip Bunches, Get 1 Bunch Free

More Valentine's Day Flowers!!!

A Modern Twist on Traditional Dozen Red Roses

Valentine's Day is tomorrow!!!!

Order your Valentine's Day flowers before it is too late!!! The boutique is open from 8AM-7PM today! You may place your order online via our website or email, call us, or stop by the boutique. Although the boutique will be closed at 7PM, we will receive your phone orders 24 hours a day until 9PM of Valentine's Day!

Valentine's Day Flowers

Here are some samples of Valentine's Day flowers that went out this week.