Hello Sunshine!

Just living is not enough…one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower. ~ Hans Christian Andersen

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If you live in the Midwest, you’re keenly aware of how precious summertime really is. These fleeting days of endless sunshine and warm temps have the power to lift our spirits and reenergize our souls. This joyful season of sun is best when it’s shared with family and friends. Whether you’re celebrating a graduation, special birthday, anniversary or just the fact that it’s Friday and you don’t have to work the next day… getting together with people that make you happy is the essence of “the good life”.

To take ” the good life ” one step further, add delicious food, relaxing music and beautiful flowers.  In my humble opinion, summer is the best time to buy flowers.  Our shop stocks exotic favorites such as orchids and protea as well as local blooms like dahlias and sunflowers. Our floral sources worldwide provide the best looking blooms in the summertime. So if you’re going to send a floral gift, the summer is THE best time to do so. Even a simple series of bud vases that highlights a single stem makes a lovely hostess gift or a special treat for yourself.  You can find a gorgeous example of this on our website called the “Audrey” pictured below.

If you live outside of the Chicagoland area and can’t get to our shop to buy the “Audrey” vase then we recommend Chive Pooley 2, a super cute modern series of vases that can easily brighten up a room and provoke a smile. These versatile vases can be filled with treasured blooms and foliage from your garden or carefully chosen stems from our shop, either way this vase is sure to delight everyday.

Now that your decor has a simple summer pick-me-up, it’s time to add some great food. Nothing tastes like summer than vine ripened plum tomatoes with fresh basil.  A big serving platter filled with delicious bruschetta is always a great addition to any summer get-together. Super easy to make and always appreciated, here is a tried and true recipe that is sure to be a favorite. Bruschetta recipe link  Serve up your yummy summer snacks on a large natural wooden platter with a rustic, laid back vibe.

Only one thing left to add… some summer tunes.  Find a great playlist to suit your musical taste on Spotify, just look up summer songs/playlist.  Now text/call your favorite people and invite them over this weekend. Hurry, enjoy these summer nights!!

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