{"id":1099,"date":"2017-01-18T21:25:57","date_gmt":"2017-01-18T21:25:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/aboutflowers1.wpengine.com\/?page_id=1099"},"modified":"2020-07-23T15:57:56","modified_gmt":"2020-07-23T15:57:56","slug":"parties-and-entertaining","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/holidays-occasions\/parties-and-entertaining\/","title":{"rendered":"Parties &amp; Entertaining"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=&#8221;PARTIES&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; header_fullscreen=&#8221;off&#8221; header_scroll_down=&#8221;off&#8221; background_url=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2017\/01\/AboutFlowers_title_parties_tablesetting1600x300.jpg&#8221; background_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0)&#8221; parallax=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;off&#8221; content_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; image_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_button_one=&#8221;off&#8221; button_one_border_width=&#8221;0&#8243; button_one_letter_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; button_one_use_icon=&#8221;default&#8221; button_one_icon_placement=&#8221;right&#8221; button_one_on_hover=&#8221;on&#8221; button_one_letter_spacing_hover=&#8221;0&#8243; custom_button_two=&#8221;off&#8221; button_two_border_width=&#8221;0&#8243; button_two_letter_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; button_two_use_icon=&#8221;default&#8221; button_two_icon_placement=&#8221;right&#8221; button_two_on_hover=&#8221;on&#8221; button_two_letter_spacing_hover=&#8221;0&#8243; title_font=&#8221;Raleway|on|||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;48px&#8221; scroll_down_icon_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; scroll_down_icon_size=&#8221;60px&#8221; scroll_down_icon_size_tablet=&#8221;45px&#8221; scroll_down_icon_size_phone=&#8221;28px&#8221; title_font_size_phone=&#8221;24px&#8221; title_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0)&#8221; title_font_size_tablet=&#8221;36px&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2017\/01\/AboutFlowers_title_parties_tablesetting1600x300.jpg&#8221; content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; \/][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#f7fce3&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;3&#8243;][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Party intro Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Flowers are an essential element of any party. They can enhance the mood and help set the tone. Professional <a href=\"http:\/\/nationalfloristdirectory.com\/\"><span class=\"s2\">florists<\/span><\/a> are experts at the art of self-expression &#8211; by tapping into the creative expertise of your florist and working with him or her on your budget and goals, you can make the most of your party and host a memorable event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_blurb admin_label=&#8221;Jeanne Benedict Blurb-&#8221; title=&#8221;Jeanne Benedict&#8217;s Flower Facts on Entertaining &#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; font_icon=&#8221;h&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#a8a8a8&#8243; use_circle=&#8221;on&#8221; circle_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; use_circle_border=&#8221;on&#8221; circle_border_color=&#8221;#e0e0e0&#8243; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/10\/FlowerFactor_Jeanne_Benedict.jpg&#8221; url=&#8221;\/aboutflowers\/jeanne-benedicts-flower-facts-on-entertaining\/&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.6&#8243; \/][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_blurb admin_label=&#8221;Unique Ideas for Party Flowers Blurb-&#8221; title=&#8221;Unique Ideas for Party Flowers&#8221; font_icon=&#8221;h&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#a8a8a8&#8243; use_circle=&#8221;on&#8221; circle_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; use_circle_border=&#8221;on&#8221; circle_border_color=&#8221;#e0e0e0&#8243; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Room_CitrusZest_Kesler_FloralDesignInsitute.jpg&#8221; url=&#8221;#unique&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.6&#8243; \/][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_blurb admin_label=&#8221;theme parties\/ Blurb-&#8221; title=&#8221;Theme Parties with Flowers &#8221; font_icon=&#8221;h&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#a8a8a8&#8243; use_circle=&#8221;on&#8221; circle_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; use_circle_border=&#8221;on&#8221; circle_border_color=&#8221;#e0e0e0&#8243; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Designs_highstyle_orchid_PhotoCourtesyKesler_FloralDesignInstitute.jpg&#8221; url=&#8221;\/aboutflowers\/theme-parties-with-flowers\/&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.6&#8243; \/][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;size up seating Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Size Up the Seating<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Determining how and if guests will be seated is an important step in planning your party decorations. Be sure to avoid inviting more guests than your table or location can comfortably handle.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">How many guests will be attending your party?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">How many guests will your current dining table seat comfortably?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Is there enough extra space in the room for guests be able to move comfortably to socialize?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Does it make more sense to seat your guests at several smaller tables rather than one large table?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Is there enough space for drink or hors d&#8217;oeuvre stations?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Can you do a buffet in place of a seated affair? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Do you have an outdoor living area such as a patio that could be utilized, weather permitting?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;MOOD MAGIC with lights bkg&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2017\/01\/TechnoColors_900x170.jpg&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;40px||40px|&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;40px||40px|&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;60px&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;40px&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>MOOD MAGIC<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;mood magic Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Create Mood Magic with Flowers<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The selection of flower varieties and color choice can go a long way in achieving the mood you desire. Just follow these three simple steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Step 1: Consider the Lighting<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">For low-light or candlelight use lighter or &#8220;warmer&#8221; colored flowers &#8211; such as yellows, oranges and reds. Whites and lighter colors are also excellent reflective choices for candlelight. Avoid &#8220;cooler&#8221; colors such as purple, violet or dark blue &#8211; these are considered passive colors and don&#8217;t reflect light as well. For bright spaces anything goes. Since bright light is highly reflective and shows color in it&#8217;s purest hue you might want to use deeper or darker tones such as burgundy, purple or deep blue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Extra light can add dimension to any party. Add a few white &#8220;twinkle lights&#8221; to trees or try shining an inexpensive work light or can light onto a floral arrangement for dramatic impact. These can easily be hidden with a plant or cloth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Step 2: Choose Colors That Help Create the Mood<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">When planning your floral d\u00e9cor, think of the way you might make the best use of color to enhance the environment. Take a cue from the type of food you plan to serve. To make the most of a zesty Mexican meal, spice it up with bright reds and golds. If a romantic wedding brunch in a traditional setting is on the agenda, pastels may be the perfect choice. A casual pasta dinner might call for eclectic colors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Step 3: Select Flower Varieties That Get Your Point Across<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">While almost &#8220;anything goes&#8221; in flowers, there are certain varieties or design styles that best enhance the look or environment you are trying to achieve.\u00a0<span class=\"s2\">Florists<\/span> can help you with appropriate choices that will both highlight your mood or theme and stay within your budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image admin_label=&#8221;flowers by front door Image-&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/10\/AboutFlowers_Flowers_1600x300.jpg&#8221; show_in_lightbox=&#8221;off&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;off&#8221; use_overlay=&#8221;off&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221; align=&#8221;left&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; always_center_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;none&#8221; animation_duration=&#8221;1000ms&#8221; animation_intensity_slide=&#8221;50%&#8221; show_bottom_space=&#8221;on&#8221; \/][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;special care Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Special Care Tips for Party Decoration Flowers<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">If possible, ask your florist to deliver your party flowers the day of the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">If the flowers are delivered the day before your party, hold in moisture by misting the flowers with a spray bottle and cover lightly with a thin plastic bag or dry cleaner bag.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Always select the freshest floral products that will work best in your environment. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Keep your flowers as cool as possible, but never below 35 degrees. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Keep them away from drafts and sunlight and away from appliances or equipment that generate heat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Never store fruit and flowers together. Fruit puts off ethylene gas, which can cause some flowers to wilt.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;countdown checklist Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Party Countdown Checklist<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">When and where will the party be held? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">How many guests will be invited? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">What is the food and service plan? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">What is the seating arrangement? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">How many tables will be used (serving tables vs. seated tables)? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">What are the sizes of the tables? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">What is the mood or theme I want to create? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">What is the lighting situation? <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">What is my budget for flowers? <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image admin_label=&#8221;yellow vase with orange rose Image-&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/10\/AboutFlowers_Trend15_orange1600x600.jpg&#8221; show_in_lightbox=&#8221;off&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;off&#8221; use_overlay=&#8221;off&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221; align=&#8221;left&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; always_center_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;none&#8221; animation_duration=&#8221;1000ms&#8221; animation_intensity_slide=&#8221;50%&#8221; show_bottom_space=&#8221;on&#8221; \/][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Working with your florist Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Working with Your Florist<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">If you are unclear about some of the above questions then invite your florist to see the home\/facility to get his or her input and creative ideas. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Inform your florist of your seating and service plans so that he or she may provide some &#8220;unexpected&#8221; mood makers. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Explain in detail the mood you want to create and ask about rentals, props or other ideas to enhance the event. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Discuss your budget and expectations. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Sometimes special flowers require some extra time to order so be sure to give your florist plenty of advance notice. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s2\">Ask if your florist will deliver and decorate for you. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;unique Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"unique\"><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Unique Ideas for Party Flowers<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Here are a few simple and inexpensive ideas to add that extra special touch to your party:<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Flower Napkin Rings\/Guest Favors<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Ask your florist to create a floral napkin ring for each guest, or order a few extra flowers that match the centerpiece and simply tuck one into each folded napkin or napkin ring. Be sure to keep flowers in water until right before guests arrive and then cut the stem back to about 3 inches. Ask your florist about what kinds of flowers work best for this type of treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Floral Place Cards for Each Guests<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Use small vases with one flower cut very short in each as place holders. The card can be glued or taped to the front of the vase, or nestled into the blossom itself. Another option is to glue each place card to a single flower blossom.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Dressed Up Candles<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Place votive candles on flower petals or a leaf. Add ribbons with flowers to candlesticks. Float flowers or fragrant flower blooms in crystal bowls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Buffet Flowers<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Ask your florist to make several designs in different sizes. Place them throughout the buffet table to allow everyone to see the flowers up close.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Decorate a Cake with Flowers<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Ask your florist which flowers make the best cake decorations. Wash the flowers thoroughly and allow them to dry. Cut the stems to about 1 inch. Dip the ends into melted paraffin and allow them to dry before inserting the stems directly into the cake. Foliage or flat flowers such as pansies can be placed flat onto the cake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Posies in the Punch<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Make a punch float by placing washed fruit or edible flowers into a tube cake pan. 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