Aug 30,2010. Just a quick reminder that the Lake Country Chamber of Commerce excellence in business awards are taking nominations until Sept. 16 th.  Be sure to have your say.... there are several categories to choice.  You can link to the application for nomination from www.lakecountrychamber.com

Hats off to all the local businesses that get nominated.

Aug 17, 2010.  Lake Country Flowers delivery wagon is now an authorized Lake Country Food Bank pick up wagon!  After speaking with the tireless Phyllis, we agreed that while I'm driving around Lake Country..... I may as well be a vehicle to assist the local Food Bank.  Now, when you get a delivery phone call, you can gather your donations, and I will gladly pick them up at the same time.

I see this as a win win for everyone.

You can also drop off a donation for the food bank Mon.-Sat. 9.00am-1.00 pm at the flowershop, and I will be sure your donation gets to the food bank to share with our friends and neighbours.

Aug 4, 2010.  Watch for our Fall in Love with flowers event..... coming again this Sept.  Be sure to find the Lake Country Flowers delivery wagon, and pick up your free roses. Again this year, we will be offering two roses to each lucky recipient.  The idea being.... keep one rose for yourself, and give one away to someone else, thus, spreading the love of flowers.  Keep an eye out for this years date. 

May 25, 2010.  Thank goodness for  holiday weekends.  I am finally feeling rested from the Mother's day rush.  Now on to grad.  I am in the last stages of my grad questionnaire.  Hopefully this procedure will make a more personalized corsage/bout creation.  I will only be taking a small percentage of the grad work available this year.... so let's make the ones I do create something special.  Have you considered the hottest thing..... body flowers... arm corsages, anklets, chokers and hairpieces are just the start.  Stop by the flowershop 9.00am-1.00pm, and fill out the questionnaire, let's get this process started.

I will have to prebook flower orders next week... so, if you have a specific flower in mind, be sure to get in before the end of this week.  Orders can still be filled after next week, but, I will have to use the flowers on hand to create your corsage/bout.

May 3, 2010. Orders are rolling in for Mother's Day.  In order to make room for my helpers and extra stock, I have had to take apart my light tent.  This means no courtesy e-photoes are available until after May 10, 2010.  Sorry if this disappoints you, I realize it is a large part of my service.

April 27, 2010. I have added a Mother's Day category to my shopping cart page.  I will be adding some alternate choses as stock arrives.  Be sure to order early.

April 19, 2010.  In order to keep current and fresh.  I am away from the flowershop today.... I'm on a course.  I am still able to get your orders out today. I have my cell phone on, and my flowershop phone call forwarded.  Please don't hesitate to call and place your order.

April 17,2010.  So, when they say before 5.00, .... 4.30pm counts.  Thanks so much to Jeff,(from Telus) for all his help in searching out the problem.  Phone should be working now.  Sorry to anyone who got frustrated with the steady busy tone yesterday.

April 16, 2010.So, this morning I have no dial tone.... I'm thinking this may be a problem.... you can email me at info@lakecountryflowers.com or I will be in the shop until one pm, if you'd like to stop by... sorry for any inconvenience.  I'm on BC tell repairs.

 

Mar 18, 2010.

With spring break ending soon and the oympics over.......my desk is on to graduation.  I just received the nicest catologue, some items are available here in Canada.  If you are the couple out to do it up right, don't forget about your flowers. Have you considered a jewelled necklace adorned with flowers... perhaps a jewelled spray in a lovely shapable hairpiece. I'm seeing body flowers are bigger than ever this year. 

Once you've chosen your dress, it's not too early to order. Let's create the perfect accent piece - and one for your date. 

Many couple come in together. Bring in your photo's, fabric swatches, jewellery samples anything that may start the process. 

February 24,2009.

Last night it was man against machine, and thankfully, man won.  We now have our Fiorella Ribbon Printer up and running.  Samples are available in the flowershop.  Consider adding this personal touch to your birthday or I love you bouquets.  Banners are not for prom queens and funerals anymore.

February 9,2010.

Those of you that have been asking.... my Valentines helper arrives today.  Thank goodness for friends and family during this busy season in the flowershop.

February 5, 2010.

My batteries are recharged, and so are the cameras.  Check out the newest photos in the shopping cart.

February 4, 2010. Battery issues only allowed my to take one photo of the Valentines containers.  I'm taking that as a sign..... I'm done for today.... it's 5.00pm. ha ha.  I'll try again tomorrow.  I can't wait to show the keepsake vases, and bling to go with them. 

Valentines containers, vases and accents are here.  Valentines is on a Sunday this year, be sure to order early to guarantee a before Valentines delivery.( Friday or Saturday),   Monday, just won't be the same. Don't risk the embarassment of no flowers for your Valentines sweetheart. Of course there is always the grocery store.... not quite the same as a professionally designed creation.

Jan 23, 2010. I have posted some of our Valentines arrangements on the shopping cart.  As you may notice, prices are higher this year than those in the recent past Valentines. I have tried to include some more reasonably priced options, but, my most helpful suggestion may be this one:  Is this the year you choose to purchase a keepsake vase, and remember this year for many more to come.  Lake Country Flowers has many unique vases and containers in stock.  I suggest you choose one of these more memorable gift vases, and and perhaps a Warm Buddy teddybear for your loved one.  Check our added touches category on the shopping cart page. 

Our deep piled and lush bathrobe has relaxation written all over it.  Lavish her with a comfortable and cozy robe along with anti-stress bath salts, and an aromatherapy lavender candle. Top it off with our breakfast in bed gift basket.  Make this the year you spoil her with something out of your ordinary.

 

Jan 15, 2010.  Ok, so, a little miss information in my last post... the frost is in Columbia.  I much prefer the Equadorian roses, so, we may just be lucky enough to get the usual high quality roses that I carry. More news as it comes in.

Jan 11, 2010. I know this sounds like a marketing tactic, but, it is not.  I have pre-ordered my Valentines roses, as usual.  This year brings a warning of low supply..... they have been getting frost in Equador.  I have been told, that roses may be short shipped this year.  To avoid any major catastrophe I have ordered from two separate suppliers, and have my fingers crossed as well.  To ensure your loved one gets her Valentines roses, I would suggest an early order date.  As always, roses are first come first served.

 

Dec 24, 2009. The flowers are resting, and soon will be I.  Merry Christmas to all my friends, family and customers.  May we all have a healthy and happy new year as well.  Now..... it's family time. Bring on the grandbaby.  Love to all.

Suzanne

December 11,2009.

This past Sat.  Elisabeth and I joined the Lions Club at the Lake Country Christmas Light up.  Although the winds were cold and nasty.... the fire and hot chocolate that the Lions club provided made it work.  Here's is a picture of Lake Country Flowers Christmas elves. 

December 2, 2009.

It's been a busy day in the flowershop.  Thanks for the help from Gail.... all went smoothly, and some of the giftbaskets have been photographed and posted on the shopping cart.  Most baskets are one only, so, if one looks just right for someone on your Christmas list, I would grab it now.  Just a suggestion.

November 26,2009. 

Great deal on Christmas ribbon at Lake Country Flowers.  We bought a case of 1 1/2" wired Christmas ribbon..... I don't anticipate needing all 36 rolls, so.... we are sharing the savings with our customers.  If you've priced ribbon at various stores, you will know that this is a great deal.  Check the length of ribbon included on the roll.  Our rolls are 10 yds, that's about twice the usual retail length.  Yours for $5.00 /roll.  Limited quantities.

 November 25, 2009.

THEY'RE HERE, the cutest, softest warmest Teddy Bears in Lake Country.

Watch the website for pictures.... there are limited quantities... reserve yours soon.

November 23, 2009.

In September Jim and I attended the Vancouver gift show.  It was a full and busy day, once you figure in our trip to Ikea.  We met several vendors, and fell in love with a few interesting items.  Arriving soon........"Warm Buddy"products.  Looking for a Christmas gift that not only warms the heart, but, the gift is warm as well.  Everyone has someone on their list that would love one of these lovely Warm Buddy's. I especially loved the soft fabric that these items are created with.  We will be carrying a small supply of Warm Buddy teddy bears, dogs, sheep,leopards, baby blankets  warming mittens and best of all robes. Most of the Warm Buddy products have a reheatable,(or chillable) microwave able insert.  I know that my Grandaughter,( she can't read) is getting one for sure! 

Unfortunatly darling, no hippopotomus' this year.  But, I hope these little warm buddy's are great replacements.

Warm Buddy's slogan is "Everybody needs a warm buddy!" I agree.

November 18, 2009.

Christmas stock is arriving weekly.  The flowershop is taking on that Red/Green look.  This year we will be offering gift baskets to add to your gift giving options.  We plan to offer a Christmas Breakfast in bed basket, a chocolate lovers basket, and a snack and dip type basket as well.  Check our shopping cart near the beginning of December for a list of basket contents and prices.  As always, these gift baskets will include free local delivery. We will also have a gift option for the dogs in our lives, if you so choose.

 

October 30, 2009.

Construction continues at Lake Country Flowers.  The crew is doing a lovely job.... but, access to the flowershop is not always clear.  Please keep in mind.... you can shop via the phone or internet, and take advantage of our free local delivery. 

October 20, 2009.  This past Thursday evening, we had a lovely dinner and reception at the Gray Monk Estate Winery.  This was the location for this years Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Awards.

With great pride, Lake Country Flowers received this years award for creativity in business.  Thanks for the nomination and recognition.