Soft Pastel Wedding

Here are a few informal shots by photographer Rob Spring

Some things to note here, most of our hand-tied bouquets are delivered in clear gathering vases
with a small amount of water in them to keep the perishable flowers hydrated. These can then be used for displaying them at the reception.  We do have a variety of things to rent, including the trios of mercury goblets. To save some money, brides can dual-purpose some of the larger centerpieces at the ceremony - either at the beginning of the aisle or upon it.

Picture Perfect Wedding Flowers

Our summer wedding season is winding down here at Felthousen's, and we're beginning to transition into fall and winter weddings. For over 100 years, we've been making wedding dreams come true. Click below to visit the photographer's websites who captured our couple's special memories!

Emma Wedding At The Desmond

Chelsea and Matt's Wedding At Glenn Sanders Mansion

Alyssa and Joe's Wedding at Longfellows

Erika and Tom's Glenn Sanders Wedding

Wedding Trends for 2017

Summer is almost over, and with it, many brides are getting read for their 2017 weddings. This upcoming year is bringing some interesting new trends, which has caused an opportunity for florists to be more creative than ever!

COLORS EN VOGUE

Gone are the days of having only the choice of white or Ivory for your wedding dress. Designers have been slowly but surely bending the rules of dress design for a few years now. Whether it be the sassy hot fuchsia to ivory ombré dress that Christian Siriano rolled out for his 2017 wedding collection, or the blues and blushes seen in the Jenny Packham line, color is surely a rising trend.
With this being said, it gives brides more options than ever to make their bouquet as unique as their dress. Planning on walking down the isle in chic blush lace number? Why not accent it with a lush bouquet of white garden roses, silver brunia, peonies and seeded eucalyptus. Strutting a stunning robin's egg blue couture piece could mean accents of succulents, green roses, bear grass, and white orchids. The possibilities are endless.

UNIQUE AND CHIC

With the proper mechanics, there are endless ways to make your wedding truly unique, and have it reflect your interests, hobbies and personalities. The modern bride wants her wedding to be like no other, and with our creative designers, we can help you bring that vision to life.

Say you share a love of craft beer or wine. Don't get rid of those empties! Clean them, making sure to leave the labels in good condition. Use them as bud vases for cocktail hour or even a few on each table filled with flowers as centerpieces. Or, save your wine corks, and we'll use them to fill clear glass containers under the arrangements. 

Have you traveled together and gone on amazing adventures? Why not have each table reflect one of your destinations. Stylish tropical flowers for your trip to Hawaii. Yellow roses for that crazy weekend in Dallas. A graceful arrangement of hydrangea and roses for that week in Manhattan. You'll have flowers that tell your story, and make your reception one everyone is sure to remember. 

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE

A large part of choosing your wedding flowers is making sure to work with a florist who is well versed in weddings. Our team of designers have done thousands of weddings. We know that our experience can make your wedding planning experience a whole lot easier. From start to finish, our designers work with you to make your vision come to life. As we like to say, we've been making wedding dreams come true since 1913. Call 518-374-4414 to book your consultation today. 

Daily Gazette Bridal Show 2016

We just wanted to say thank you to all the brides who stopped to see us yesterday at the Saratoga Hall of Springs. We enjoyed talking and visiting with all of you, and hope to see you at the shop for your free wedding consult!

Valentine's Day Made Easy!

The new year has begun! For us, that means preparing for Valentines Day. It's always our goal to make ordering the perfect flowers an easy process. This being said, here's a few tips that will make ordering a lot easier.

Consider the recipient's personality and taste
By default, most people automatically assume that you'll send roses. While many love and appreciate this classic tradition, there are other options. If the person you're sending to is more of a free spirit, with a laid back vibe, consider a non traditional arrangement. Below are a few options from our Teleflora collection:

Teleflora's Sweet Thoughts Bouquet











 Teleflora's Enchanted Cottage Bouquet









Consider The Logistics Of Delivery
As you may have guessed, Valentine's Day is one of the busiest delivery days of the year. If your special someone is at work, plan to know when they leave for the day. We can't guarantee any specific delivery time, as there are many stops. However, know that we will deliver the flowers before they leave for the day. This year the 14th falls on a Sunday. Consider sending flowers to their workplace on Friday, as it will be an early surprise that will be sure to make them smile!


Have Realistic Expectations
If you're unsure of what to order, you can always order over the phone or in person with one of our design staff. We are seasoned pros, so we can easily tell you what arrangement will meet your needs, and still be within your budget. Keep an open mind. Sometimes we have ideas that will surprise you! For instance, you can do a gorgeous mixed vase that the designer will make especially for you, or even wrapped flowers if that special someone has a favorite vase at home that you know they would love to fill with fresh flowers.
Each arrangement is made to order. While we make every effort to come as close as we can to the photo displayed, each designer will design a bit differently. Also, sometimes flowers come in damaged, or are unavailable, and a substitutions will be made. However, rest assured that the arrangement will always be filled to equal or greater value.

We've been in the floral business for over 100 years, and are family owned. We pride ourselves on excellence in design and customer service. We are excited for a new year of serving our customers. Here's to a Happy Valentine's Day (and 2016!).

Festive Fall Floral Decor

Fall is here! For many, this is the time of year that conveys joy and anticipation of the winter holidays. Trips to the country to see the fall foliage, lazy days spent walking around a small town in Vermont or the Adirondacks, and memories of cider doughnuts and apple picking. With all the wonderful things to see outside, it's easy to forget the many ways to make home just as warm, welcoming and colorful.

The easiest way to add color to your home for the fall is hardy mums. They are easy to display, and will stand up to the cool fall temperatures here in the northeast. The most popular was to decorate a home with them is to either plant them directly into existing plant beds, say around your walkway, porch or light post, or, alternatively, to display them in nice planters that hold enough soil to keep the mums moist. A word of caution on planters: Be sure to choose a heavier design, as when planters become too dry, they tend to be tipped over by wind. However, a simple fix for this is often crushed stone at the base of the planter beneath the soil to weigh them down. Also, be sure to make sure they have proper drainage.

Wreaths are also a great way to make your home warm and inviting. They are also the perfect gift for your hostess when you are over for a special dinner or visiting! Silks are best, as they withstand every condition. Our designers can customize a wreath to make sure it fits your taste, and compliments the decor of your home. Door wreaths, indoor wreaths, wall swags. You name it, we can do it.

Last but not least, fresh fall arrangements are a wonderful addition to any home, and they also make great gifts for any occasion. In an era where social media reigns, people often appreciate the gift of flowers so much more than a get well, congratulations or thank you message on you page or wall. We are a member of Teleflora, so we can send arrangements both locally and across the country as well.                                                                                                       

Also, we carry a wide variety of gift items including fabulous fall candles, candies, vases and more!

Stop in today and visit any of our 3 locations. 

Ordering Sympathy Pieces

Sympathy pieces are an important part of the work we do. The death of a loved one or friend is never easy. Flowers allow you to send a very personal message, especially in cases where you are unable to attend a wake or other service.

Casket Mounds/ Casket Sprays
The casket mound is generally ordered by the closest family member. Usually, Spouse, children, siblings, or a significant other. This piece sets directly on top of the casket. It usually will have a custom ribbon, which says something to the effect of Husband, Wife, Mother, Father, Son, etc. Each one is unique and reflects the taste of the family or individual that it is for.

Casket Inset Pieces

The pieces are most commonly sent by the grandchildren or children of the deceased. The inside of the casket is generally reserved for family members, however there are exceptions. Common pieces for the inside of the lid are satin hearts or crosses, corner pieces, or rose presentations. 

Easel Spray
These are large pieces that are put on stands. They are usually oval or diamond shaped, but can also be stylized to a person's unique tastes. They are one of the most popular pieces that people send.

Assorted Set Pieces

There are a number of large pieces that are meant to be put on easels. These include crosses, wreaths, heart wreaths, to name a few. If a person was religious, a cross would be a good fit. Or, if someone was an avid gardener, a wreath of garden flowers would be appropriate.

Traditional Funeral Baskets and Pedestals

These are two pieces that are designed in containers, generally in a triangular shape. The traditional funeral basket is a piece that is designed to sit on the floor, and works well when brought to the cemetery, as the base is meant to be placed on the ground. The pedestal is a piece that is designed to be placed on a pedestal in the funeral home, and can be made large and showy.

Dish Gardens

These are very popular and are often sent by neighbors and employers. They are easy to care for, and a designer can add fresh flowers in water tubes to bring color into the garden.

There are many other options that are available for sympathy flowers. If you call or stop in, we can help you make the best choice and make the process as easy as possible.