4 Gift Ideas for Admin Day

4 Gift Ideas for Admin Day

When working in an office, there are several jobs that if left unchecked, could impact the company’s success. Administration Professionals Week, or Admin Day, is a holiday dedicated to recognizing the work that administrative employees do to keep businesses running smoothly. Choosing the perfect gift for an employee or colleague can be difficult, so today we are sharing 4 Gift Ideas for Admin Day that are sure to make any recipient feel appreciated.

 

Flower Arrangements

Having an office that is cheerful is an important component in efficiency and enjoyment when at work. If your Admin’s desk could use a pick-me-up, consider giving them a fresh flowers. There are several different kinds of flowers and arrangements to suit any style or budget. If your Admin has a favorite flower or color, consider taking that into account when choosing an arrangement. No matter what type of arrangement you choose, flowers are a great gift for Admin Day to show that you care. 

Gift Baskets

If your Admin isn’t a fan of plants or flowers, consider giving them a gift basket. Administrative employees do so much work for their employers, so give them the relaxation they deserve with a self care gift basket. A basket of bath products ranging from soap to bath bombs is a great way to show that you care. If self care isn’t something your Admin would enjoy, consider a basket of home-care products or gourmet snacks. There are a variety of different gift basket options that would make a great gift for Admin Day.

Desk Plants

Flowers are a great way to brighten any office, but not everyone likes flowers. If you want to bring some life into your Admin’s office space, consider giving them a plant. There are several plant options, such as terrariums that include living plants, but don’t require a lot of upkeep. Unlike cut flowers, plants continue living and can provide encouragement as their care for it helps it to grow. The level of care a plant needs varies from one to another, but with the right guidance you can find a plant to suit your Admins skill level. Whether you choose a green or blooming plant, giving a plant can make a wonderful gift for Admin Day.

 

Faux Plants and Flowers

Everyone loves beautiful fresh flowers, and there’s no better way to show your appreciation. While receiving flowers or plants can be nice, taking care of them can be a difficult task. Looking for something that will have a longer shelf life? Unlike real plants and flowers, silk versions look real, but will stay fresh long after real flowers would have wilted. Silk flowers and plants are available in a range of types and styles to fit any preference, budget, or space. For a personal touch, consider building your own arrangement using silk versions of your Admin’s favorite flowers. This allows you to take part in each element of the design process, adding a personal touch to this delightful gift for Admin Day. 

Administration employees work everyday to make the businesses around us achieve their goals. Give them a gift for Admin Day that will help them to de-stress and get the relaxation that they deserve.

Want to purchase an Admin Day gift? Shop our Admin Day Collection here, with options for local delivery and pickup.

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

Easter Centerpieces with Carrots that will Carry You Through Spring

Easter Centerpieces with Carrots that will Carry You Through Spring

There are several elements to consider when throwing any party, and Easter is no exception. From flowers to dishes, each element of the place-setting comes together to create a color palette and mood that will effect the party as a whole. To help make your Easter as memorable as possible, we are sharing two Easter Carrot Centerpieces that will Carry You Through Spring that are sure to make any bunny jump for joy!

A Barrel of Carrots

If you want to add an elegant twist to your Easter tablescape, consider using carrots in our centerpiece! Using a clear vase, add whole carrots into the water at the base of the arrangement, and incorporate the flowers as normal. The stems of the flowers mix with the carrots, bringing the vibrant orange hues from the daisies into the base of the arrangement. We enhanced the Easter centerpiece by adding Herend china with gold and green butterfly accents, and accessorizing with Herend bunny figurines to make this carrot arrangement stand out even more.

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

From The Garden

For a more casual atmosphere at your Easter get-together, use carrots and wildflowers for a plucked-from-the-garden feel. Use wire to string together enough carrots to go around the outside of your chosen vase, then use raffia to tie around the the center. Once the vase is covered with carrots, arrange your flowers as normal. The wild nature of the greenery mixed with the vegetable accents, create an arrangement full of country charm. To continue the casual look, we added clear glassware, woven rattan accents, and muted green tones to enhance this carrot arrangement Easter centerpiece.

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

Easter Centerpiece Carrot Arrangement

Whether you are planning an elegant party or a casual gathering, choosing the right Easter centerpiece is an important component of any tablescape. Consider adding your own Easter Carrot Centerpieces To Help Carry You Through Spring, and make your feast fit for a bunny.

To see the process of making the two arrangements shared in this post, check out our YouTube video here.

Want to purchase a fresh arrangement for spring? Shop our Spring Collection here, with options for local delivery and pickup.

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5 Most Popular Easter Flowers and Their Meaning

The 5 most popular Easter Flowers and their Meanings

5 Most Popular Easter Flowers and Their Meaning

The 5 most popular Easter Flowers and their Meanings

Spring is a time for renewal, and nothing embodies that feeling more than Easter. In spring, nature brings new life in the form of blooming flowers and sunshine. As the days get longer and the weather warmer, flowers spring forth to embody the hope of the season. Easter flowers are often brought into our homes or given to loved ones as a symbol of the season, but not every flower has the same meaning. Today we are sharing the 5 most popular Easter flowers and their meanings so that you can choose your blooms with confidence.

Easter Lily

One of the most popular flowers to send or receive for Easter is an Easter Lily. Much like the holiday itself, Easter lilies symbolize purity and rebirth. Easter lilies are are often associated with Christianity and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, as observed on Easter. The large trumpet-shaped bloom stands-out compared to other lily varieties, making this unique plant one of the most popular Easter flowers. 

Easter Lily

Tulips

Tulips are often associated with the bright and playful nature of the Spring season, which is matched in their meaning. While each color has its own interpretation, tulips as a flower often symbolize having a cheerful nature. More specifically, yellow tulips symbolize cheerful thoughts, white tulips mean forgiveness, pink tulips mean happiness, red tulips stand for love, and purple tulips symbolizes royalty. Though there are many options for Easter flowers, tulips are able to capture the rebirth of the season, while adding light to any space.

Irises

While other spring flowers symbolize rebirth or a cheery disposition, irises have a deeper meaning. Much like Easter lilies, irises most commonly embody faith, spirituality, and hope. The most popular color of iris, purple, is often associated with royalty. In combination with the purple hue, irises are thought to symbolize wisdom and courage, making them a great choice for Easter flowers.

Easter Purple Irises

Daffodils

One of the most recognizable Easter flowers are daffodils. Similar to Easter Lilies, Daffodils are marked by their trumpet shaped bloom. Daffodils are commonly thought to symbolize new beginnings and sunshine because of their bright yellow hue. Daffodils are one of the most resilient flowers and continue to come back every year. Much like spring, daffodils are a symbol of new life that returns with the season.

Daisies

Spring brings a variety of colorful and unique blooms, but none of them are as timeless and classic as the daisy. While daisies grow in many colors, white daisies are most synonymous with springtime. Daisies symbolize purity and innocence as well as having a playful or childlike nature. Many Easter flowers capture the values of the season, and daisies are no exception.

Spring and Easter alike indicate a time of rebirth for not only nature, but every aspect of our lives. If you or your space are in need of a fresh start, any of these 5 most popular Easter flowers could be just the trick to lift your spirits.

Want to purchase a fresh arrangement for spring? Shop our Spring Collection here, with options for local delivery and pickup.

25 Days of Christmas Trees

For 25 days this Christmas season, we’re posting one of the 25 tree themes that we have displayed at our Heights location. Check them out daily on our Instagram story, and see the whole collection here! To shop your favorite themes, stop by one of our 5 Central Arkansas locations. If they don’t already have it in stock, any ornament you’re looking for can be sent to your local Tipton & Hurst for pickup!

Day 1 – Vintage Tree

Day 2 – Blue Ice Tree

Day 3 – Peppermint Tree

Day 4 – Ice Queen Tree

Day 5 – Gilded Tree

Day 6 – Frosted Tree

Day 7 – Crimson & Chrome Tree

Day 8 – Gunmetal & Glass Tree

Day 9 – Red Velvet Tree

Day 10 – Magnolia Tree

Day 11 – Llama Tree

  

Day 12 – Peacock Tree

Day 13 – Angel Tree

Day 14 – Green & Gold Tree

Day 15 – Snowy Tree

Day 16 – Nutcracker Tree

Day 17 – Queen Bee Tree

Day 18 – Chinoiserie Tree

Day 19 – Red & Green Tree

Day 20 – Woodland Tree

Day 21 – Silent Night Tree

Day 22 – Rustic Tree

Day 23 – Holly Jolly Tree

Day 24 – Merry & Bright Tree

Day 25 – Snowman Tree

 

Top 10 Holiday Gifts of 2018

The countdown to Christmas continues, and we’ve rounded up the most sought after holiday gift ideas for 2018 that everyone on your list is after!

1. Mark Roberts Fairies: These are a favorite item for collectors and Christmas fanatics alike! Whether it’s the first in the collection or you’re adding to the number of Mark Roberts characters they already have, you can’t go wrong with this memorable gift.

 

2. Ganz Blown Glass Christmas Trees With Ornaments: These beautiful trees are intricately detailed, with glitter accents and removable ornaments that allow each person to make their tree their own. It is perfect for displaying on a shelf or mantel as a decorative holiday accent piece and makes a great hostess gift!

 

3. Old World Santa Checking His List Light: Each Old World Christmas figural glass ornament is hand crafted in age-old tradition using the same techniques that originated in the 1800s. Molten glass is mouth-blown into finely carved molds available only to the Merk Family’s Old World Christmas, before a hot solution of liquid silver is poured inside.

 

4. 2019 Desk Calendar with Easel: A perfect addition to any desktop! The 2019 Desk Calendar is printed on 100lb Linen Cardstock. The cards are 5 1/2″ square with rounded corners. The package includes a brass easel.

 

5. Lux Noble Fir Pinecone Centerpiece: The aromatic Balsam fragranced pine cones and greenery come paired with a gilded deer head container that will make a statement as a lovely centerpiece.

 

6. Anne Neilson “100 Days of Scripture” Cards: Taken directly from her inspiring book Angels in Our Midst, Anne Neilson’s 100 Days of Scripture cards feature her signature angel images, each coupled with a related scripture on 4×4 cards. All 100 cards are beautifully presented in a clear lucite box that accentuates the art and allows each card to be displayed vertically or flat.

 

7. Lux Noble Fir 14 Oz Candle in Decorative Gift Box: The perfect partner to the pinecone centerpiece, this fragrance is our best seller this holiday season!

 

8. 12 Days of Christmas Pillow: The 12 Days of Christmas pillow is hand embroidered on a lightly colored cotton fabric and features all the icons that symbolize the iconic Christmas Carol! Each pillow is in such detail that it takes up to one full week to hand embroider and is signed by the artist who created this work of art. The 12 days of Christmas embroidered pillow is a great addition to this year’s Holiday decorations.

 

9. Simon Pearce Evergreen Glass Trees: The elegant and masterfully-created Evergreen Tree in glass are as inspirational in northern Wisconsin as they are in Vermont where they are created. Be inspired during the holidays, or if you are living in the forest like we are, enjoy them year round.

 

10. Custom Gift Box: Create your own perfect Chrismas gift with a gift box filled with items that either you or our team hand-pick! Everyone on your list is sure to enjoy our favorite items from ornaments, candy, books, and other gifts from Tipton & Hurst.

 

Shop with us in-store at any of our five locations across Central Arkansas or call us at 501-666-3333 to purchase any of these gifts and have them delivered locally or shipped nationwide!

Our Mother’s Day Favorites

Mother's Day Collection

It’s sometimes hard to find the right gift for mom on Mother’s Day. How do you find the perfect way to say “thank you” on her big day? We have some ideas! This Mother’s Day is extra special for us because at Tipton & Hurst, our team is celebrating with our all-new Mother’s Day collection with arrangements and plants named after our own mothers. Take a look at some of our favorite floral arrangements and come visit us at any of our locations across Central Arkansas!

Valerie

Valerie: This colorful arrangement of free spirit roses, green hydrangea, orange gerbera daisies, and other seasonal favorites comes in a colorful keepsake container. This is our special and was originally $125 but is now $100!

 

Marie

Marie: This delicate and lovely arrangement has white hydrangea, pink roses, and hyacinth and comes in a white keepsake pitcher.

 

katherine

Katherine: This fragrant arrangement of Casa Blanca lilies and hydrangea comes in a blue and white stripe keepsake pitcher.

 

gernice

Gernice: This pretty pink arrangement of orange and pink roses is sure to make mom smile!

 

jean ann

Jean Ann: This very special arrangement is named after the late Mrs. Jean Ann Morris. She was known to greet everyone at the Tipton & Hurst door for 30 years. This is a strong example of her favorite phalaenopsis orchid plant in a contemporary moss-filled container.

 

mamie's blooms of hope

Mamies Blooms of Hope: We are also partnering with Mamies Poppy Plates, a donation-supported non-profit, mission is to provide tangible mementos to families who suffer stillbirth, infant & child death. This beautiful arrangement is filled with blue hydrangea, hot pink peonies, and spray roses. 20% of all proceeds from this arrangement will be donated to Mamies Poppy Plates.

 

Come visit us at any of our locations across the state at The Heights, Baptist Health, North Little Rock, Conway, or Pine Bluff or give us a call at 800-666-3333 to place your Mother’s Day order!

Did You Forget Valentine’s Day?

Oh no – Valentine’s Day is on Tuesday! As the last few hours before Valentine’s Day quickly tick off the clock, now is the time when even the most hard-core procrastinators start to panic. If you still haven’t found that perfect gift, or if you simply forgot (it happens), no worries! You still have some outstanding options left, as long as you know where to look.

2 Dozen Red Roses Arranged by Tipton & Hurst

Ordering a gift online and having it shipped is just too risky of an option this late in the game. Even with costly expedited shipping fees, there is still some lingering doubt that the correct item will be sent to the correct place at the right time. With so little time left and so little room for error, this option will probably end up being even more stressful than figuring out what to get in the first place.

Your best option now is to find someone who can help – and find them fast! Time may no longer be on your side, but luckily you have friends in the business who are happy to assist you with finding the perfect gifts – and they’re only a phone call away. Want something more than just flowers? Tipton & Hurst has you covered with balloons, teddy bears, chocolates, wine, champagne, and so much more!

Bunches of Love Hand Wrapped Bouquet by Tipton & Hurst

Best of all, after you make that phone call you can rest assured, knowing that the perfect gift is already on its way to being carefully created, packaged and hand-delivered to your valentine in time for Valentine’s Day.

Our customer service representatives here at Tipton & Hurst are experts on last-minute gift ideas. Their “Yes We Can” commitment not only makes for a stress-free Valentine’s Day shopping experience but also makes you look like a hero in the eyes of your valentine for being so thoughtful and creative. It will be our little secret that you waited until the last minute!

Pictured here are a few of our most popular choices.

Do Roses Cost More on Valentine’s Day?

Is it true that roses cost more in early February than they do the rest of the year? The short answer is yes, but not just for consumers. Many people are led to believe that flower retailers artificially raise prices to stick it to desperate consumers, when if fact, that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Yes, roses cost more this time of year, but they also cost more for the florist, and the wholesaler, all the way down to the grower. The main reason is that the incredible demand for long-stem red roses on a single day puts a tremendous strain on the entire industry, and that affects everyone involved in the complex process of bringing fresh flowers to your door on Valentine’s Day.

In order for growers to meet the annual demand for red roses, they must time the growth of their flowers. This is accomplished by altering the rose plants’ growth cycle to optimize the harvest for February 14. By doing so, the growers must interrupt everyday production for several weeks in order to produce a bumper crop at precisely the right time. Unfortunately, the cost of stopping everyday production comes at a price, and that gets passed on down the line.

Is that the only reason?

That’s one reason for the price increase, but many additional factors come into play before the flowers reach the consumers. For starters, the unusually large harvest of roses can swell up to three times the normal volume that is typical for other times of the year. Since roses are processed manually, this necessitates hiring temporary laborers to help harvest and package the roses. Once the roses are ready to be shipped, importers are not only forced to pay more for the extra needed cargo space, but also for the extra trucks and drivers necessary to handle the extra volume.

Valentine’s Day is one of the busiest days of the years for florists, but our preparation for this holiday begins weeks – if not months – in advance. In order to meet demand, we must hire additional help, work longer hours, and rent additional delivery vans in order to make sure all the orders are delivered on or before the 14th.

Nobody likes to see the annual price spike for roses, but unfortunately, it’s an unavoidable result of supply and demand. With an increasingly crowded marketplace dominated by online-only flower shippers, the profit margins for local florists are razor thin compared to many other times of the year.

So, what’s the good news?

The good news is that we work very hard at Tipton & Hurst to keep costs low and prices competitive while never sacrificing quality or service for our customers. We understand the importance of this holiday to our customers and their loved ones and always do our best to exceed their expectations.

Whether it’s a dozen red roses or something else you had in mind for your sweetheart, we’re here to help you find the perfect gift. Remember, the earlier you order, the better! Do yourself a favor by not waiting until the last minute when items are picked over and delivery times are full. Make this Valentine’s Day one they’ll never forget, with the help of your friends at Tipton & Hurst.

National Poinsettia Day – December 12

Today is National Poinsettia Day. If you think this is just another one of those wacky observance days that seem to take place every single day of the year (yesterday was both National Mountain Day, and National Light a Candle Day) you’re in for a surprise. In fact, the United States has observed this official day since the mid-1800s in honor of the passing of the first American ambassador to Mexico, Joel Roberts Poinsett, and the plant he introduced to the U.S.

In 1828, Poinsett discovered the plant with vivid red leaves by the side of a road in Mexico and sent some cuttings home to his residence in South Carolina. Initially, many botanists dismissed the Poinsettia as a weed, but Poinsett’s work with the plant caused it to eventually gain acceptance as a holiday plant.

The holiday season is always a special time in the floral industry, and the star of the show is, of course, the venerable Poinsettia plant. According to a 2013 US Department of Agriculture report, Poinsettias are the highest selling potted flowering plant in America and account for nearly one-quarter of sales of all flowering potted plants throughout the entire year.

So how did the Poinsettia plant end up associated with Christmas? According to Mexican legend, a poor child who could not afford a gift for Christ on Christmas Eve was told that a humble gift, if given with love, would suffice in God’s eyes. The child carefully picked some weeds from the side of a road and brought them to church as a gift to make God happy. As she entered the church, the weeds bloomed into beautiful red and green flowers and the congregation was sure they had witnessed a Christmas miracle. From that day on, Poinsettias were known as ‘Flores de Noche Buena,’ or ‘Flowers of the Holy Night.’

Here are some Poinsettia fun facts:

  • Poinsettias are native to southern Mexico and have been used in religious ceremonies and also to decorate churches there for centuries as the red color is a symbol of purity.
  • Contrary to popular belief, Poinsettias are not poisonous to people or pets, although the plant has been known to cause stomach irritation and discomfort if ingested. The danger to pets and children comes from the choking hazard of the fibrous parts of the plant, and not the toxicity.
  • Although every state in the U.S. grows Poinsettias commercially; for much of the past 100 years, the Ecke Ranch in California has grown over 70% of all Poinsettias purchased in the United States and accounted for about 50% of the Poinsettias sold worldwide.
  • The word Poinsettia is traditionally capitalized because it was named after a person.
  • The Poinsettia has its own college football bowl game. The Poinsettia Bowl debuted in San Diego in 1952 and originally served as the military services championship game for four years before being resurrected in 2005. This year’s matchup features BYU vs. Wyoming on December 21.
  • In the wild, Poinsettias have been known to grow over 12 feet tall.

Flowers Are the Best Way to Beat the Holiday Blues

poinsettia blog flipNot surprisingly, sending flowers is a perfect way to spread some holiday cheer to others who are feeling less than joyful. Studies have proven time and again that sending flowers not only provides cheer and happiness to the recipient, but also provide an emotional boost to the sender as well.

In fact, studies by Rutgers University found that flowers are a “powerful positive emotion inducer,” and they provide a Duchene or true smile when presented to recipients. The studies also found a variety of other immediate and long-term emotional health benefits from flowers including: “Emotional reactions, mood, social behaviors and even memory.”

Your one-stop holiday shop

Here at Tipton & Hurst, we’re busy preparing for the holiday rush, but we’re never too busy to help you pick out the perfect gift for that special someone. Whether you’re shopping for a Christmas or Hanukkah gift, or just want to send a special treat to let someone know you care and that you’re thinking about them, we have the perfect gift ideas for every occasion.

Holiday Splendor by Tipton & Hurst
Holiday Splendor by Tipton & Hurst

Remember to get your orders in early to avoid the rush. Not only will you get the best value and widest selection earlier in the season, but you’ll also be able to cross one more thing off your list and reduce your own stress levels a bit. Leave the last-minute shopping to the amateurs by trusting one of our professional designers to create the perfect one-of-a-kind gift.

Not sure exactly what you’re looking for? No worries, we here to help you spread your holiday cheer! The possibilities are practically endless this time of year and we have an incredible variety to choose from. Whether you prefer a timeless classic like a festive poinsettia plant or something with a bit more flair like a beautiful hand-designed holiday floral arrangement, you’re in good hands at Tipton & Hurst.

But that’s not all!

In addition to our incredible selection of fresh flowers and plants, we also feature a fantastic variety of holiday gifts and décor that is sure to please anyone on your list! Stop in today to check out what we have in store for you this holiday season!

Ready, Set…Shop!

Cornucopia by Tipton & Hurst
Cornucopia by Tipton & Hurst

Every year it seems as though the holiday shopping season starts earlier than the last. With the elections this time around to take up some of the attention – and more importantly, the good TV commercial spots, it was practically the middle of November until the full-fledged barrage of ‘all-things-holidays’ really got a foothold.

Now with Thanksgiving just a few days away, we’re staring straight into the biggest shopping weekend of the year! That’s right, as soon as the fork hits the plate after that last bite of pumpkin pie; it’s time to shop until you drop!

Some people love lining up in front of their favorite big box stores on Black Friday hoping to score the best bargains of the season, but those hard-core shopping tactics aren’t for everyone. Most people prefer a more leisurely pace while others want absolutely nothing to do with the entire ordeal and prefer to do all of their holiday shopping in their PJs from the comfort of their own couch.

Whichever method you prefer, now’s your chance to start that shopping that you always promise yourself you won’t put off until the last minute. So where to start? Right here at Tipton & Hurst.

Thanksgiving

Time is running out fast, but it’s not too late to get those last-minute flowers for Thanksgiving. Are you hosting a big dinner for family and friends? If so, a beautiful fall-themed centerpiece is the perfect finishing touch for your table. If you were lucky enough to get invited to a dinner where someone else is doing the cooking, flowers make a terrific gift for the busy who will surely appreciate the gesture. Give us a call or stop in and let us help you find something truly special for this festive holiday.

Christmas Traditions Centerpiece by Tipton & Hurst

Christmas

The key to successful Christmas shopping is finishing early. Imagine how many people you can cross off your list by ordering your Christmas flowers at the same time as your Thanksgiving flowers! You can reduce a great deal of stress with one phone call and have nearly all your shopping done before you even hear your first Christmas song on the radio!

Party Time

When formulating a plan for your holiday shopping list, you’ll, of course, want to include the usual friends and family members, but don’t forget about the other festivities and gatherings that usually take place before the end of the year. Office parties, classroom parties, sports banquets, church services and other social events all have a habit of popping up this time of year and they usually require some sort of gift. Fortunately, flowers are always appropriate and we can help you out here too. Give us a call and let us know what you need. From centerpieces and table dressings to gifts for the host or floral décor for any room, we have you covered and we’re here to help!

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at Tipton & Hurst!

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like…

santa glasses resizeOkay…okay…not quite yet. But, Labor Day has passed and summer is officially over, which means that every product in every store is consequently in the process of turning pumpkin-spiced, and Halloween costume shops are filling in vacant strip malls on every block in town.

It wasn’t long ago that every holiday enjoyed its own special time starting a week or two after the proceeding holiday. Now back-to-school sales seem to start well before summer break, and we’re lucky if we can make it to Thanksgiving before we hear Bing Crosby dreaming of the white stuff.

Now, we’re not suggesting you rush out this weekend to procure the perfect tree – there’ll be plenty of time for that later – but we are implying that you may want to start thinking ahead to the flurry of festivities that accompany the holiday season.

Office parties, kids’ parties, people to acknowledge, family members to remember…the list seems to multiply every year. But no matter how early stores start decking the halls, it’s easy to procrastinate and put off shopping until the last minute – when stores are crowded, lines are long, and shelves are picked over.

Why not start shopping now?

It’s never too early to begin thinking about holiday gift giving, and here at Tipton & Hurst, we will make your shopping a breeze. Did you know you can order your holiday flowers as early as you’d like? You won’t even be billed until the flowers are delivered, and if you ordered from us in the past, we probably have your order on file so you can see just what you sent last time that the boss loved so much.

Let us save you valuable time and ease the Black Friday frustration by taking care of all your floral needs. Imagine being able to cross off part of your holiday shopping list before the leaves even turn colors and hit the ground! From large corporate parties to simple bud vases, we’re here to assist you with any size order. We even go beyond flowers with beautiful green plants, poinsettias, and holiday gift baskets – perfect for everyone on your list!

The holidays may not be here yet, but they’re right around the corner. Don’t let them sneak up on you this year; one phone call to your friends at Tipton & Hurst is all it takes!

Can’t Go Wrong with Flowers from Tipton & Hurst – as featured on AJ Wears Clothes blog

Tipton & Hurst was recently featured in the Valentine Gift Guide article on the popular fashion blog AJ Wears Clothes.

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When listing the best presents to give for Valentine’s Day, Tipton & Hurst was the only florist mentioned:

“Flowers are always the ultimate Valentine, and now that Tipton Hurst has joined The Promenade, it’s easier than ever to pick up a bouquet. They have cash & carry in store, or you can order ahead of time and pick up – or better yet, have them deliver! They also have an impressive selection of gift baskets.”

Read the full article here.

Hurst Home Makes Cover of At Home Arkansas

The Hurst home made the cover of the December At Home Arkansas magazine!

“As president and marketing director of Tipton & Hurst, Howard Hurst and his wife Stacy know the jam-packed calendar of celebrations this time of year means it will be peak season for their floral- and event-design business. However, when it comes to their own home’s holiday decorations, they not only approach the project with all the creative skill and resources available to them, but also strive to create a haven for themselves—a festive-yet-tranquil refuge from the hustle and bustle.”

 

See how the Hurst’s decorate for Christmas in the full feature here.

Free Photos with Santa!

headerWe are partnering with Home Away From Home to bring our customers free photos with Santa on Saturday, December 13 from 10am – 3pm at our store in the Promenade at Chenal.

Donations are welcome and will support Home Away From Home, a non-profit that provides short-term housing to cancer patients and their caregivers while they undergo treatment in Little Rock.

 

27′ Christmas Tree Installation at the Capital Hotel

Just one day after Thanksgiving, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at one of Little Rock’s downtown landmarks.

We installed the Capital Hotel Christmas tree on Friday, a 27-foot-tall white fir removed by helicopter from a hillside on the Oregon-Washington border and then delivered to Arkansas. Hotel officials say it’s believed to be one of the largest, if not the largest, natural Christmas trees in the state.

“The holiday season is a fantastic time for family, and we pride ourselves on being the front porch of Little Rock,” said Nick Bradley-Hole, director of rooms for the hotel. “If you don’t get in the spirit, come on down here, because we’ll get you in the spirit pretty quickly.”

More than a dozen officials from the hotel and Tipton & Hurst worked Friday to carefully roll the tree off a trailer, onto dollies and then into the hotel lobby. There, strings were attached and it was methodically righted in the hotel’s main lobby, where it extends through the open second-floor overlook but stops short of a large stained-glass rooftop it sits beneath.

“It’s quite a process getting everything wired up,” Bradley-Hole said. “Safety comes first, obviously, and making sure we get this thing up without hurting anyone. And then getting it straight like everyone has in their household. We have that same problem with a 27-foot tree.”

It took about an hour for officials to get the tree upright and straightened after it was brought into the hotel Friday morning. Our next step will be adding its lights — more than 10,000 will adorn it — as well as ornaments, including one that’s a new glass-blown miniature replica of the hotel.

The Capital Hotel each year uses the large tree to anchor its Christmas festivities, which this year include a lighting ceremony Sunday, appearances by Santa Clause on Sundays in December and a gingerbread house workshop.

The lighting ceremony, which begins at 5:30 p.m., and the Santa appearances, which begin the next Sunday from noon to 2:30 p.m., are free to the public.

Watch the video here.

Holiday Open House

Less than 50 days until Christmas! We’re kicking off the holiday season on Sunday with our annual Holiday Open House. Join us for cookies, demonstrations, free roses and a chance to win a flower arrangement each month for a year!

To top it off, we are giving all customers $10 in Tipton & Hurst cash for every $50 spent. This is one event you won’t want to miss.

Date:
Sunday, November 11 | 1:00 – 5:00pm

Locations:
Heights – Little Rock

1801 N. Grant
Little Rock, AR 72207
501-666-3333

Promenade at Chenal – West Little Rock
17809 Chenal Pkwy #111
Little Rock, AR 72223
501-224-3334

North Little Rock
4583 Fairway Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72116
501-753-0709

Conway
810 4th Avenue
Conway, AR 72032
501-329-6663

A Fresh and Modern Thanksgiving Table

As featured in the November 2014 issue of Inviting Arkansas

Long before the first appetizer is served, your tablecape sets the tone for the holiday meal. As we look forward to Thanksgiving, we are seeing several new dynamic trends in color and décor. Traditional is shifting to sophisticated. Rich crème and natural hues are replacing typical warm colors. Make a bold first impression with these ideas for centerpieces, dishes and more.  Read More A Fresh and Modern Thanksgiving Table