Camelback Flowershop

Couture Fridays!

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Happy Friday everyone!!!

Join us for fresh flower happy hour today, 1-5 pm!

Daniel has blown us away again!

Here is a pic of his fabulous couture design today!

I love these little owls filled with scrumptious flowers!

Here are some garden centerpieces for an 80th birthday celebration! Gorgeous!

Daniel's Couture Design!

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Daniel is amazing at what he does!

Check out this couture design he made today!

AH-MAY-ZING!

Our cooler is packed out for happy hour today!

For the month of August,

Fresh Flower Happy Hour will be from 1-5pm.

All of the arrangements in the cooler and loose stems are half off!

We Are Seeing Green!

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Happy summertime! It might be 110 degrees outside but inside our shop, it's a refreshing 75 degrees! We have a great selection of green plants right now, from succulents to air plants to terrariums.

Succulents are one of my favorites! I love all plants that are easy to care for and these most certainly are! They are thirsty only once a week, all you have to do it spray the soil with a spray bottle one time a week and they are content!

Air plants are unique small plants that survive on, you got it, AIR! They do enjoy a simple misting of water approximately once a week though. With proper care, they can eventually even have a bloom or two.

Terrariums are back in style. Pick your favorite humidity loving small plants and plant them inside a hand blown glass terrarium and all of a sudden, you have a great conversation piece! They require water only once a week. PS. Don't forget the small gardening tools, they are a must have!

Happy Independence Day!

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Happy 4th of July!

Camelback Flowershop will be closed from July 2nd until July 11th.

We hope everyone has a safe and fun holiday!

We'll be back on July 12th with out new summer hours:

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

Dahlias Dahlias Dahlias!

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Every summer, dahlias make their gorge* appearance in our cooler. They come in almost every color, from orange to pink to burgundy to yellow. They range in size from dwarf to giant, which is some cases, is bigger than my head! They are a magnificent flower and we love to showcase them in our cooler!

(*Gorge is our slang word around the shop for gorgeous! It was introduced to us by an awesome customer over a year ago and it stuck!)

Say I Do with Camelback Flowershop!

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A wedding is the most important day in a bride's life. It is such an honor to be a part of this day for each bride that we work with. Teresa and I, Annie, have been fortunate enough to meet and work with so many wonderful brides. Here is a little peek into our shop and where we meet with our brides. We can either pull up a stump to our round table and enjoy a cappuccino and or we can relax on the couch with champagne! We have made so many wonderful memories with an array of brides and we look forward to making many more memories in the future!

Introducing...

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Yellow Peonies!!!

They won't be around for long, call and place your order now!

PS. We have new summer hours,

Monday - Friday, 8am - 6pm.

We are also available on Saturdays for deliveries

The Joys of Summertime

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Cafe au lait dahlias are back in season!

Even when it is 110 degrees outside, there are many reasons to smile and this is one of them.

Take A Peek...

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Into Camelback Flowershop!

We are not just your everyday flowershop,

we have great items in our store as well.

First and foremost, have a cappuccino on us!

We have this beautiful handmade hardwood artist's model of a horse.

A great conversation piece.

We carry an array of shapes and sizes of potted succulents.

(It's a lovely man gift!)

We now carry Flare candles, in Magnolia, Rind and Fireside.

Rind is the favorite but the others smell fabulous too!

This lobster is hand carved out of bone (camel). The detail is amazing on this!

Love Is In The Air...

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It is one of our favorite times of the year at Camelback Flowershop! Peony season is upon us! If you love peonies as much as we do, now is the time to come visit us! We have white peonies, coral charms, red charms and a couple other shades as well.

They are AH-MAY-ZING!!!

So many colors, how do you choose?

True curb appeal!

Mother's Day

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A Royal Palms Spring Wedding

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Dean + Jonelle

Flowers: Camelback Flowershop

Wedding Coordinator: Outstanding Occasions

Photographs: Milena Sefferovich for Camelback Flowershop

Menus and Invitations: Idieh Design

Minister: Dr. Terry Crist, City of Grace

Venue: Royal Palms

First Place...

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at the "Parade of Flowers" event.

Amber + Aaron

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A VALLEY HO WEDDING...

Come see our lovely shop...

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CAMELBACK FLOWERSHOP

4227 East Camelback Road. Phoenix. Arizona. 85018

Hello Lover!

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Valentine's Day is here and this is our favorite time of year! We have designed a few beauties for this year's specials. Place your order today!

Red Mix $75

Garden Mix $100

One Dozen $125

Coral Vase Mix $150

Purple Mix $250

Couture Mix $450

Gift Box $195

(Includes cookies from Chestnut Lane or Classic Cakes and Confections and a designer candle)

Original Mix $65 (Pick-up only)

A Winter Wedding at Montelucia

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The beautiful bridesmaid bouquet

Custom monogram out of rose petals

Our team hard at work!

What an outstanding backdrop

A sneak peek at the reception

Love this!

Thanks to the girls at Outstanding Occasions! We always have so much fun working with all of you and we look forward to the next event!

http://www.outstanding-occasions.com/

Sanctuary + Camelback Flowershop + Milena Sefferovich's photography = An Amazing Event

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A timeless bridal bouquet

Simple but awesome

Love this bridesmaid bouquet

Who wouldn't love to walk down this stunning aisle?

Neha and Sumit's Amazing Wedding at Montelucia

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Beautiful orchids and wax vessels line the aisle

Annie hard at work :)

Daniel at his finest

The amazing mandap covered in gorgeous fuchsia orchids

The stunning leis for the bridal party

The cake was unreal!

Neha, the beautiful bride

Patel Rehersal Dinner

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A Beautiful Daisy Filled Wedding

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Intricate details make such an impact

Love these bridesmaid bouquets

Scattered daisy heads down the aisle

Joanna was a gorgeous bride especially while pedaling!

An amazing shot of a table setting by Milena Sefferovich

Wheat grass and lemons, who would have thought?

Flowershop Staff is made up of equal parts hard work + tomfoolery = A VERY HAPPY MERRY!!!

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Starring.........

Maria, Teresa, Milena, Annie, and Daniel

Director, producer, sound editor,

sound mixer, music, lighting,

cinematographer,

stage design, craft services,

choreography,

video production, costume design,

key grip, best boy 1 & 2,

assistant to best boy 1 & 2,

assistant to Brad Pitt,

shrinking of people into tiny elves,

etc., ...

by Rachel and Anne Marie

Our quaint holiday team party

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"Special" Eggnog from scratch...mmmm!

The party has just begun and Rachel (closest), will kill us all later in a

not-so-friendly game of Catch Phrase

The boys:

Steve, a.k.a "Reno"

Daniel, a.k.a "Donkey"

John, a.k.a "I don't do laundry"

Milena and Daniel - Precious Lambs!

Nick and Annie

BTW, Nick just bought Annie a little red scooter for Christmas.

So, keep your eyes peeled on the roads for a red swoosh of awesomeness.

Milena and John

Me and Reno (a.k.a handsome hubs)

Anne Marie - My amazing book keeper with a life story

that should seriously be published as

"Most Interesting and Surprising Life Ever Lived"

A Garden Wedding at The Royal Palms

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The Paper Studio...I'm in Heaven

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Introducing The Paper Studio and the lovely owner, Cindy Iverson

Allow me to start by simply stating that Cindy is absolutely brilliant. She is a passionate inventor, a master artist and a thoughtful teacher. She builds couture hand made boxes, invitations that would leave you standing breathless, and incredulous business cards, to name a few. For those of us that are also inventors of the arts, she is one to collaborate with. She can take your ideas and passion and bring it to surprising fruition. And the topper? She is genuinely nice. KNOW her.

Cindy starts her day like the rest of us: morning tea, riffling through emails...but by the time her day comes to an end, it results in a trail of beauty and inspiration for the eager and driven enthusiasts. She was kind enough to give me a minikin archetype of her craft. Open eyelids and enjoy.

http://www.paperstudio.com/

get ready to feel like a kid in a candy shop

Cindy Iverson, consumed...

my favorite number

I gaze at this original beauty and cannot help but covet.

Thank you Milena for joining me on this morning adventure to Cindy's studio.

milena sefferovich | photographer

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A modern wedding at The Sanctuary Resort and Spa in Phoenix

This is one of my favorite tents that we have available for rental.

I absolutely love hanging mason jars inside the tent. It fills the space with a punch of color.

Simple. Beautiful. Bridal bouquet.

These 40" tall floral centerpieces were a pleasant surprise to all of the guests

when they entered the lovely reception room.

This was such a fun wedding! From design to installation.

How can yellow not make you smile!

Yes, comfort for our feet is a must when setting up for events!

Amazing views of the mountains at Sanctuary...inhale now.

Gorgeous wedding at Hermosa Inn

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Lovely boutonniere with vintage trim

This is one of my recent favorites!

Fresh wreath accented with bay leaves and rosemary

Every room at Hermosa is drenched in history and character,

especially The Library:

Annie and I tackled all of the intricate details of the day

This wedding fed my eternal lust for details

Behind the Scenes

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When the lovely ladies of "Inspired by This"(one of my favorite wedding blogs), asked me for a sample of our "uncommon" work, I jumped at the opportunity. I made off with my devoted team and we proceeded on a harried, hilarious and priceless adventure.

I have selected a few of my "behind-the-scenes" favorites; graciously photographed by the very gifted, Molly Gibson.

To view our finished and detailed shoot:
http://www.inspiredbythis.com/2009/09/love-this-camelback-flower-shop/
http://www.milenaphotography.com/

Creating the look for the models.

Never a shortage of tomfoolery.

Oh sweet sunlight, don't go down yet! We still have more to shoot!

This beautiful "Hidden House" makes my imagination boil!

That's a wrap!

Feast your eyes.

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Here's a few little lovelies we sent out the door today. Something catch your eye? Give us a call!

Blogging Bootcamp - Manhattan Beach, CA

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Road Trip to Manhattan Beach

After a busy wedding weekend, we were SO ready to hit the open road. Just us, Tom Petty, and the promise of mojitos on the beach!

After a little beach air, shopping, and some fantastic Tuscan wine at Mangiano's, we were ready for Liene Steven's Blogging Bootcamp at the Shade Hotel (the following day).

After the blogging workshop, we got to cocktail with some of the most fantastic ladies in the industry. Left to right - Brit with WeddingPR, Carissa with JL Designs, and yours truly, Teresa Wilson.

From left to right - Jasmine Star, Kellee Kahlil with WeddingPR, Harmony with Bridal Bar, Liene Steven with ThinkSplendid, Leila Kahlil with WeddingPR, and Brit with WeddingPR.

The Camelback Flowershop Gift Box.

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Peach and Pink Dahlias, A Dayna Decker Luxury Candle, and a sprinkles cupcake.

Art is not a thing; it is a way.

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Being the local business enthusiasts that we are, the Shop Girls carry local art work created by people from our community. Here's a few awesome pieces we currently carry.

Original Gold Sculpture

$1,400.00

In Summer, the song sings itself.

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Photgraphs by Milena Sefferovich- More of her beautiful work at milenaphotography.com

Remembering Spring

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The Girl's designed some fabulous weddings this past spring. Here's a few gorgeous photos taken by the lovely Miss Milena Sefferovich, our favorite local photographer!

Flowershop Treasures: Special Edition.

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Coral Vase $54

Our popular Coral Vase will be featured in the June/July issue of Elle Decor Magazine. The girls are stoked to be featured in a publication so highly revered around The Shop!

(Featured in the article "Flower Delivery" pages 84 - 87)

The Garden Feel

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The girl's whipped up some awesome Garden bouquets, corsages, and boutonnieres. Enjoy!

Shop Updates.

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Camelback Flowershop will be closed Monday, June 29th - Monday, July 13th. We will continue taking appointments and consultations through this time. The best way to get a hold of the girls is to send an email to camelbackflowershop@mac.com, we will be checking it daily.
The 2nd edition of Fleur Atelier is ready! Keep your eyes peeled for our latest quarterly magazine, it will be arriving in our clients mailboxes in just a few days!
Peonies are going out of season in only a few short weeks. Grab the last batch while they're still around.

Stay tuned for tomorrows post featuring pictures of Camelback's own Teresa with wedding and event industry giants such as Preston Bailey, Sylvia Weinstock, Marcy Blum, Bee Kim, and lots of others!

Flowershop Treasures: Weekly Edition.

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Memories of Myself

Essays by Danny Lyon

$90

Acclaimed Photojournalist Danny Lyons creates a collection of photographs from over a 40 year span of his career. An awesome peek into the working class of the 1950's-1970's.

Jonathan Adler White Weight Vase

$650

An original piece by the master of pottery himself.

Carved Wooden Owl Bottle Opener

$25

You know we love our owls around here. This hand carved wood piece is adorable in a kitchen or thrown in your beach bag. Perrier crisis averted.

Succulent Terrariums

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Succulent Terrariums starting at $195.

Small gardening tools make a great addition!

photographs by Milena Sefferovich www.milenaphotography.com

Best of Greater Phoenix!

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The Best of Greater Phoenix holds an open vote for the best local business in Phoenix every year, and

Camelback Flowershop earned Best Florist/Flowershop in the Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley area! WOOH!

Thanks to everybody that voted, couldn't of done it without you!

And don't forget, FRESH FLOWER HAPPY HOUR will be rockin' tonight from 3-6pm. All flowers are half off and there is complimentary Champagne and Cappucino!

On an Artsy note...

Annie and myself will be scouting The First Friday Art Walk in search of some exceptional artists to be featured in our upcoming fall art shows. We will be featuring a local artist on the first Friday of every month beginning in September and continuing on through

December. If you are or someone you know is a local artist looking to create a buzz, give us a holler!

Flowershop Treasures: 2nd Edition.

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Thanks largely in part to our new Twitter following, I know we've got lots of newbies following our blog. If any of you out there are new to Shop Speak, Welcome!

The shop is swimming with exciting new product. As promised, I want to give those of you who can't make it in to the shop a peek at some of our killer new finds.

Clementine

By Dayna Decker

$72

A work of art in itself, the Clementine candle is masterfully crafted. The hand-blown glass vessel is richly infused with scents of Orange Flower, Neroli, Honey, Black Tea & Cassis Musk.

The EcoWood Wick blends the elements to create a light, clean scent. Perfect for summer.

Gold Tipped Porcelain Urn

$250

One of the most beautiful pieces in the shop. I think it speaks for itself.

Orson Wells at Work

by Jean-Pierre Berthome & Thomas

An in-depth , behind-the-camera survey of the work of one of the world's most acclaimed cinematic visionaries. Under appreciated in his lifetime, Orson Welles (1915 - 1985) was an exceptional filmmaker and star of one of MY alltime favorite movies, Jane Eyre. This is an awesome addition to your library or coffee table collection.

They say when one door closes, another one opens...

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The beginning of summer is somewhat of a double-edged sword for a florist. While they wave goodbye to their spring favorites (such as Hyacinth, Tulips, Anemones, Ranunculus, Hellaboros, and Blooming Branches), the most sought after flower of all is on it's way into Phoenix. I am talking of none other than the indisputable champion of the floral world...

The Peony.

Be cool, my babies. The Girls have more than enough Peonies to satisfy.

My affinity for the Peony has grown into a bit of an obsession. I have rattled on about this divine little Bud of Joy for the past six months, growing more eager

(and annoying) as May approached. After chasing down the most fabulous Peony grower I could possibly find, I placed my order.

OUR order, sorry.

I need to be constantly reminded that the Peonies in the shop are actu

ally here for our Clients, not just me. Unfortunately, I can't just fill my pool with

them and live there forever. Le sigh.

The likeliness that my nose will be surgically removed from a peony by the end of the season has reached a terrifying high. I'll be sure and keep you posted.

Here are a few pictures to really get you in the Peony Zone.

Flowershop Treasures: Weekly Edition.

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As most of you already know, the Supreme Being herself Mrs. Teresa Wilson comes up with her very own Haute List in every issue of Fleur Atelier.

Unfortunately for all of our readers, Fleur Atelier is published only four ti

mes a year. So in an effort to satisfy those of you who are left hankerin' for more, we've got a little s

omething to keep your hunger at bay.

Here are a few awesome finds the girls have picked up along their merry way.

Every Frost Brings a Flower

A Candle by Dayna Decker

$72.00

Dayna Decker is the exclusive line carried by Camelback Flowershop. This luxur

y candle comes with a cedar wick that crackles as the candle burns down. The scent carries hints of Fig Leaf, Saffron, Lotus Blossom, Blonde Woods, Sandalwood, and Cashmere Wood. The Box is covered in Swarovski crystals cascading down a gold manzanita branch. Forget candles as an accessory to a gift, these babies speak for themselves.

*On a side note, I was reeeally considering putting some sort of Flowergirl 5 star rating on the items I choose to feature on the blog. Something along the lines of, "I give this candle 4 tulips up!"

You know? Cause tulips kinda droop when they're not getting eno

ugh water?

Anyone?

Ok, so maybe florist humor isn't for everyone. But I'm gonna spare everyone the corny rating system and assure you that not one item we offer in this flowershop is anything short of spectacular. You've got my word.

The Knot Doorstopper

$60.00

This knotted doorstopper is adorable. Perfect for just about any style of home or office, or in Lauren's case... SOCCER!

The Three Robbers

by Tomi Ungerer

$16.95

You MUST have read this book when you were a youngen'!

A bonafide classic, it's got everything: Robbers, a Pepper-blower (?), a Blunderbuss (??), and a little orphan girl as the heroine. It's also a Hans Christian Andersen prize winner. An adorable gift for any age.

Raise a Glass!

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Wine aficionado and longtime client Chad Williams wed his lovely bride, Janelle, this past Friday. In this business we see our fair share of lovebirds, and you hear the Wedding Day Cliches. The groom's a bit nervous. The bride is stressed from months of plan

ning to execute the perfect day (the word "Bridezilla" may cross one's mind, but you didn't hear that from me). This was simply not the case with these two. This couple had

something rare.

In honor of Janelle and Chad, I have decided to launch a new method of blogging about our weddings and events. First off - wedding's aren't to be BLOGGED about (that word is ridiculous at best, not to mention overused) they're to be reme

mbered. Cherished. Fairytaled, even. At least that will be my goal when attempting to summarize and convey to my readers the feeling of actually being in the presence of true love, and all the pretty things

So, without much further ado, I give you...

Through the Florist's Eyes: The World as the Flowershop Girl's see it.

(Honestly, is there any other way?)

By Jessica Doonan

*Please hold all applause until the end

Chad and Janelle Williams

This past Friday, May 1st, Janelle and Chad tied the knot. They decided to follow the tradition of not seeing each other before the wedding. Only a few hours, right? Pssh.

Not when you're waiting to marry the love of your life. As a wise man once said (and if you guess this movie, you will be rocketed to VIP status), "When you find the person you want to spend the rest of your life with, you want the rest of your life to begin as soon as possible."

Janelle:

As I previously stated, month's of planning for The Big Day can amount to a monument of stress for the Bride-To-Be. Every detail, down to the color of the napkins is poured over with painstaken detail. Our brides, however, can rest assured that the flowers will be one less thing to worry about! :)

Janelle was the picture of exuberance. Giggling and overjoyed at the thought of marrying Chad, she was thoroughly enjoying every minute of her d

ay. Her dress was absolutely stunning, and her hair fell down around her shoulders in perfect waves. She jumped into the arms of the groomsmen party for some fun pictures and even posed for the Flowershop Girls so we could keep a few snapshots of her fabulous, one-of-a-kind bouquet. True to her favorite color, the bouquet was comprised of Pink Hydrangea, Blush Cymbidium Orchids, and Deep Plum Schwartzwalder Calla Lillies.

Chad:

"When do I get to see her already?!"

Chad couldn't wait to see his Lady. Shifting from foot to foot, he was like a kid on Christmas morning. He looked sharp in his fitted tux with a Blush Cymbidium Orchid accenting his lapel. Chad Williams has been coming to Camelback Flowershop for years, and we can't tell you how happy we are to see him tie the knot with a wonderful girl like Janelle. Just so long as he never stops bringing us free bottles of wine ;)

Congratulations Chad and Janelle Williams!

Administrative Professionals Day

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April 22nd is National Administrative Professionals Day.

It's the perfect day to show your appreciation to the members of your staff who hold it all together.

Lovely Little Desk Bouquets:

Long Lasting Succulent Bouquet:

Sweet Little Thank You's:

Spring has Sprung!

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Peonies. Cherry Blossoms. Lilac. Hyacinth.

Spring flowers are here.

Oh, how we've missed thee...

VINCENTS MARKET FLOWERS:

Saturday mornings, Vincent's market is Arcadia's hotspot. The smell of woodfired pizza so early in the morning is intoxicating, and local vendors come to share their goods. Camelback Flowershop offers affordable European handtied bouquets.

1 for $10, or 2 for $15!

And don't forget...

FRESH FLOWER HAPPY HOUR

EVERY FRIDAY 3 - 6 PM

ALL FRESH FLOWERS ARE HALF OFF!

Congratulations Jocelyn and Emmitt!

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The Shop Girls were honored to participate in an absolutely stunning wedding held at the Biltmore on March 7, 2009. Rooted in family tradition and honor, over 600 guests were in attendance. Many were adorned with fuchsia Mokara orchid boutonnieres and corsages, adding a colorful twist to the celebration. Thank you for making us a part of your big day!

Arts and Flowers 2009 update: We Placed 3rd!!!

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This years Arts and Flowers 2009 was incredible! Florists from all over Phoenix were given the chance to showcase their talent, and the art was out of this world.

Camelback Flowershop's own Jessica Doonan nabbed the third place slot for "Most Creative Floral Design". Congratulations to all the other winners and everyone that participated, it was an outstanding show!

Arts and Flowers 2009

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Every year the Phoenix Art Museum and local florists in Phoenix gather to create an organic addition to the museum's existing exhibitions. The event begins on Thursday, March 6th and continues on through the weekend. We are looking forward to participating once again and have some exciting designs in mind.

Friday Fresh Flower Happy Hour

Come celebrate the beginning of the weekend with The Shop Girls! Fridays 3pm - 6pm is Fresh Flower Happy Hour, where all flowers in the cooler are half off. Enjoy a fresh brewed espresso or chilled glass of champagne, and kick off the weekend right!

The Girl's are GROOVIN'!

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Annie and Jessica

With wedding season quickly approaching, the shop is buzzing with excitement. It's our absolute FAVORITE time of year! We have been fortunate enough to meet with some amazing, incredibly creative brides this season. Many fun events and gorgeous weddings on the horizon, please stay tuned for pictures of our latest endeavor!

Coming up for Air!

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Valentines Day (the most holy of days in the floral industry) is a time for the team at Camelback Flowershop to really make a statement. The Shop Girls dreamed up awe-inspiring arrangements that were met with many happy smiles! The day was filled with visits from our wonderful clients and many new faces. Priding ourselves on always breathing new life into our designs, we created some stunning originals.

Many thanks to our fantastic clients!

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Where there is love, there is life....

~Valentines Arrangements~

Garden Love~ $150.

Love Dozen~ $125.

Original Love~ $65.

Simply Love~ $75.

Extra Love~ $200.

The Art of Love.

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"Where there is love, there is life."

Valentines Day. The one day a year that celebrates the ever-illusive emotion. Can't find the words to express just how much your love means to you? Not to worry. Let the flowers do the talking.

Our exclusive Valentines Day specials are absolutely stunning with bold colors, flawless design, and adorable accessories.

For full details, visit our homepage at www.camelbackflowershop.com.

Fresh Flower Happy Hour

Every Friday 3pm-6pm, all flowers are 1/2 off!

The turn-out for Happy Hour was absolutely wonderful this past Friday! Much thanks to all our devoted clients!

Sweet Success!

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The Open House was an absolutely stunning affair! The red carpets rolled out, and good friends Trouve and Chestnut Lane threw open their doors to help make the night unforgettable!

The girls unveiled a few secrets that had been kept hidden for far too long...

The artistic talents of owner Teresa Wilson were on full display, much to the satisfaction of our faithful clientele! As most of you know, it is NO secret that floral design has been this girl's long-time love affair... but what many of you were suprised to discover is Teresa's talent with the charcoal medium. Her sketches were proudly displayed on the flowershop walls, and good friends and loyal customers were able to see a whole new side to the unpredictable artist!

The Secret's Out...
While the sketches and floral design work were poured over by our adoring fans, the flowershop girls unleashed their ultimate secret. The shop walls were adorned with awe-inspiring photographs by resident photographer Milena Sefferovich. Milena's phenomenal reputation and unparalled eye were too much for the girls at Camelback Flowershop to ignore. We united forces and the team is absolutely UNSTOPPABLE!

Please be sure to check out Milena's gift for capturing a moment at www.milenaphotography.com!

Come. Enjoy. Play.

2008-12-01T10:13:00.000-08:00

It's finally here! The much anticipated renovation of Camelback Flowershop will be unveiled this Thursday, December 4th from 5-9pm.

Come enjoy hors d'oeuvres provided by Vincents Bistro, Champagne, fabulous live music and the most Exquisite Floral Designs Arizona has to offer!

As the Cool air sets in...

Camelback Flowershop creates fresh, unique holiday wreaths as a wonderful alternative to fresh flowers. Intoxicating Pine and vivid Magnolia leaf make a wonderful accent to your home or office.

4 wreaths delivered every Tuesday until Christmas, $325.
Single wreaths starting at $125.

Succulent Wreath Workshop this Saturday!

2008-06-26T09:18:00.000-07:00

It is not too late to partake in this month's succulent wreath workshop on Saturday, June 28th! Evade the Arizona sun for a few hours in our cool shop with magaritas, chips and salsa, and of course, our unique succulent wreaths.

Call today to sign up for Saturday's workshop, or for July's workshop date!

Special of the Week

2008-06-05T10:10:00.000-07:00

Brilliant pink roses with Parisian ostrich feathers (approx 10" x 10") for: $125.oo

Summer Succulent Wreath Workshop

2008-06-03T14:03:00.000-07:00

Come escape the oppressive summer heat and join us for a fun and creative wreath making workshop!

Join us here at the shop and learn how to create a wreath made out of succulents. It is a fantastic decorative item and really brings out the feel of Arizona living! So grab some friends and come spend an afternoon making wreaths, enjoying refreshments, and socializing at Camelback Flowershop!!

Workshop Dates:
We will hold a workshop on the last Saturday of each month throughout the summer:

June 28th: 11:00am to 3:00pm
July 26th: 11:00am to 3:00pm
August 23rd: 11:00am to 3:00pm

--Limit 5 people per workshop

Workshop Prices:

$195 to make a small wreath (16 inches)
$225 to make a large wreath (20 inches)

Price includes complementary margaritas, chips, and salsa (to go with the desert/succulent theme).

e group workshops are available; please call to request specific dates.

Private group workshops are available; please call to request specific dates.

Mother's Day 2008

2008-04-29T14:00:00.000-07:00

Your mother, step-mother, or anyone whom you consider a mother figure has been there through thick and thin. She has cared for you, provided love and support, and helped you through challenging times. Even if she has some flaws (as we all do), she holds a place in your heart that no one can ever take. So this year, celebrate your mother and show her how special and deserving she is as a mother, and as a woman!

Mother's Day is just around the corner and we have the perfect gifts for your loved one! Our designers have created three new exquisite arrangements for this special holiday that will delight both the sender and recipient. We are also offering corsages if you would like to make her feel extra special. Below are the designs for 2008:

Design #1: Pink Ecuadorian roses, white stock, Dutch tulips and Veronica in a beautifully elegant clear glass vase $75

Design #2: Spring color Dutch tulips and godetia in a pale green custom wax vessel, or a clear glass vase $100

Design #3: Sunflowers, Ecuadorian roses, pink oriental lilies, and pink bovardia $150-175

Wrist Corsage: (not pictured) White cymbidium orchid, pink bovardia, greenery and an elegant bow $35 each
Pin-on Corsage: (not pictured) White cymbidium orchid, pink bovardia, greenery and an elegant bow $35 each
This year, Mother's Day falls on Sunday, May 11. Please call us to pre-order your
This year, Mother's Day falls on Sunday, May 11th. Please call us to pre-order your arrangements or corsages: 602-840-4646. The minimum price for delivery on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will be $75 or $70 in the case of two corsages. We will be open our regular hours on Friday and Saturday and we will be open on Sunday from 10am until 2pm.
regular hours on Friday and Saturday and we will be open on
regular hours on Friday and Saturday and we will be open on
SUMMARY OF IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
regular hours on Friday and Saturday and we will be open on
Mother's Day: Sunday, May 11, 2008
Minimum delivery: $75 (or 2 corsages)
Hours:
Friday: 8am to 6pm
Saturday: 9am to 3pm
Sunday: 10am to 2pm
Telephone Number: 602-840-4646

Administative Professionals Week

2008-04-22T15:40:00.000-07:00

Do you have someone in your office who makes your business run? Do you have someone who keeps you on schedule, files your papers and runs your errands? Do you have someone who stays ahead of the new technology trends and improves office communication standards?

If you do, you should honor this special someone with a small token of appreciation.

If you do, you should honor this special someone with a small token of appreciation. This is Administrative Professional Week, so come by and pick up a little bouquet to brighten your Administrative Professional's day!

We have multiple small bouquets to choose from which anyone (regardless of gender) will love. Please stop in and take a peak or give us a call and we can deliver an arrangement to your business. Make your Administrative Professional's day and week, with a gesture of appreciation from Camelback Flowershop!

Here are some samples of bright spring mixes that would be perfect for the occasion:

Check out our website for more ideas. We can put together all sorts of beautiful arrangements!

Oh What a Night!

2008-04-14T15:08:00.000-07:00

The fashion show was a tremendous success! The models, clothing, shoes, and accessories were beautiful--not to mention the Maserati and our floral work. It was a wonderful event and a great way to reinforce our partnership with roberto botticelli.

The ladies at the shop worked overtime to design the two enormous Manzanita trees with beautiful hydrangea and roses. But the extra work was well worth it, since the trees looked fantastic and truly added ambiance to the evening.

The best part about the night was that 10% of the profits went to the Phoenix Art Museum. Thus, the fashion show was not only a fun and chic event, but it also benefited a great museum which gives back to the community as well.

Below are some photos from the fashion show. We all had a very pleasant time (although Lauren was dearly missed), and got to appreciate our work within its proper context.

Our trees with the Maserati in the foreground

Teresa, Jessica, and Sarah in roberto botticelli

The fashion show: Evening wear and swim suits

Sarah and Julie with our work in the background

Jessica, Julie, Sarah, and Teresa: Beautiful women who do beautiful work!

Teresa wearing a new pair of roberto botticelli shoes!

Fashion Show and Flowers

2008-04-08T16:41:00.000-07:00

roberto botticelli

Scottsdale Ferrari Maserati

Camelback Flowershop

Cordially invite you to a stunning live fashion show and cocktail reception showcasing new spring collections for men and women from Roberto Botticelli and Sacks 5th Avenue. Roberto Botticelli will be debuting their new shoe and accessory line, while Sacks will be presenting their spring swim suit and evening wear collections. 10% of the evening's sale proceeds will be donated to the Phoenix Art Museum.

Thursday, April 10th

6:00 - 9:00pm

roberto botticelli - Biltmore Fashion Park

2502 E. Camelback Rd. Ste. 100A

Phoenix, AZ 85016

We have been invited to design the flowers for the fashion show, which we are thrilled about. We are fashioning 160 stems of white German hydrangea and 400 Vandella Ecuadorian roses onto two 17 feet tall Manzanita trees. They are going to be exquisite and will compliment the clothing, shoes and cars beautifully!

We invite you all to come and enjoy the festivities with us and view our work. If you are unable to attend, please check the blog next week and we will have pictures of the event.

Arts and Flowers 2008

2008-03-11T15:59:00.000-07:00

The Arts and Flowers event at the Phoenix Art Museum was a fantastic experience. It allowed us to publicly display our designs and utilize our creativity to reinterpret fine works of art. Rather than simply creating a floral arrangement to match the art's color and style, we chose to design our pieces to express the emotions conveyed by the art. We wanted to bring the art alive through flowers and demonstrate our own innovation and talent.
For those who attended the event, we hope you enjoyed all that it had to offer. If you were
For those who attended the event, we hope you enjoyed all that it had to offer. If you were unable to make it, we took some photographs of our work:

Our design for 4 Ice Cream Cones by Wayne Thiebaud

Design for The Leek Seller by Alfred Swieykowski (unfortunately, we were unable to take a photograph of our work next to the painting).
We would like to thank the Phoenix Art Museum for asking us to participate in this special event. We would also like
We would like to thank the Phoenix Art Museum for asking us to participate in this special event. We would also like to thank anyone who attended and viewed our designs; we appreciate the enthusiasm and it means a great deal to have the support of our clients and friends! We are looking forward to being involved with this event again in 2009, and we will certainly have another round of splendid reinterpretations of fine art.

Upcoming Event

2008-02-25T15:13:00.000-08:00

Camelback Flowershop has been asked to participate in a unique exhibition at the Phoenix Art Museum entitled Arts & Flowers 2008! This four day event will demonstrate how floral designs, created by valley shops, can compliment and reinterpret works of art. "The floral masterpieces," according to Susan von Hellens, Chairwoman of the Phoenix Art Museum League, "will be designed to harmonize perfectly with the works of art on display."

This is our second year participating in this event and we have chosen two very special art pieces to inspire our creativity; the first is 4 Ice Cream Cones by Wayne Thiebaud and the second is The Leek Seller by Alfred Swieykowski. We invite you to come and see how we reinterpret these works of art through flowers. It will be a fun and casual way to enjoy the Museum as well as our floral work!

This event will be held at the Phoenix Art Museum beginning Thursday, March 6 and ending Sunday, March 9. Entry to this special event is included with the price of admission to the Museum. Multiple valley designers will be featured and the works of art will come alive when paired with the natural beauty of flowers!

For more information about events the Museum is offering during these four days, please take a look at their website http://www.phxart.org/events/programs.aspx We encourage everyone to attend and you will be surprised by our creative harmonization of flowers and art!

Valentine's Day was a Success!

2008-02-18T15:04:00.000-08:00

Well, Valentine's Day 2008 has come and gone. It was a terrific day, and it was wonderful to connect with clients we rarely get a chance to see. Thank you to all of our "old time" clients, as well as those who used us for the first time this year...without you, it would just be a regular day here at the shop (and we like to spice things up a bit every now and then)!

It was a labor intesive week for those of us working at the shop, but well worth the late night giggles and tired feet. We thought it would be fun to show you a few "behind the scenes" photos of the week leading up to the big day; please pardon some of our attire, but at one o'clock in the morning, a sweatshirt and scarf is all one wants to wear!

Jessica, Lauren, and Teresa with the Geraldine box

Julie with too many bunches of lilies to hold

Sarah, Jane, and Jessica wiring red roses

The overflow of roses before we took off their wrappings

The designs ready for Valentine's Day!

Our garden room was overflowing with dozen rose arrangements

The gorgeous tulip boxes waiting to make someone happy

Thank you again to everyone and we hope to see you in the near future, or at the very least, next Valentine's Day: same time same place!

Valentine's Day: Make It Extraordinary

2008-02-04T13:56:00.000-08:00

Our creative team has worked hard these past couple of weeks to come up with some extraordinary specials for Valentine's Day! We offer the traditional dozen rose bouquet, but if you want to impress your loved one, we have some fantastic designs that will truly wow him/her.

Camelback Flowershop Valentine's Day Specials:

One dozen roses (red, pink, or a combination): $125

One dozen roses Upgrade: red, pink, or combination with half a dozen white orchids: $175

Tulips (30 stems of red or pink) in a red wax vessel; pave style: $100

Two dozen Geraldine roses in a chocolate wax vessel with galex leaves; pave style: $250

Pink oriental lilies (15 stems) and white orchids (10 stems) in a 14 inch high clear glass cylinder with variegated myrtle greenery: $375

White submerged orchid (burgundy throats) with red beach glass: $150

Valentine's Mix: half a dozen red roses, pink oriental lilies, white calla lilies OR white orchids with greenery: $150 and up

Upgrades to these specials:

Wax vase: $35 (small cube); $65 (tall cylinder or rectangle)

Blooming branches: $25

Half a dozen pink lilies: $75

Spa candles: these are soy and non-toxic when burned, they come in a variety of scents; they are wrapped in a gift bag with tissue paper and a nice bow: $38

Belgian chocolates: price to be determined

Roberto Botticelli shoes: please ask for details, visit our website, or the the blog below

Venetian masks: complementary on any order over $175--$20 if sold separately

Please check our website to see images of these special designs! Again, remember to pre-book your orders for February 14th!!

Valentine's Day Photo Gallery

2008-02-01T17:08:00.001-08:00

The photographs of our designs for Valentine's Day are now online! Please take a look, as they are truly spectacular!! http://www.camelbackflowershop.com/upcoming-valentines.html

Remember to pre-book your order and we hope you enjoy the new creations.

Couture Shoes for Valentine's Day

2008-01-30T07:18:00.000-08:00

Camelback Flowershop has partnered with Roberto Botticelli for Valentine's Day 2008! Each company has a passion for excellence and couture style, and together, they have created exquisite designs for your loved one. Below you will find the shoes and accessories that are available from Roberto Botticellli, as well as pricing information and policies:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SHOE PURCHASES:

You may combine any Valentine's Day floral arrangement with the shoes, but we have two special designs to incorporate them:

Special Designs for Roberto Botticelli shoes: Large rectangular-shaped clear glass vase, accented with a lime green moss cuff, in which the shoes are suspended (no water is in the vase)! Atop the vase containing the shoes sits another short square clear glass vase that is packed with your choice of:

1. 60 stems of Dutch tulips (combination of red and pink) for $300
2. Two dozen roses (pink, red, or a combination) pavé style for $385

Please know the size of shoe you would like to order (i.e. what size shoe does your lovely lady wear).
There will be NO RETURNS on the shoes. EXCHANGES and STORE CREDIT ONLY!
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at 602-840-4646

Gold python pump: $540

Brown suede and python low heel: $545

Silver and navy python high heel: $695

Gold python and precious stone high heel:$645

Brown patent leather wedge: $650

Brown calfskin low heel: $475

Pony leopard wedge: $630

Camel-color calfskin high heel: $495

Gold python with lapis stone high heel:
On Sale: $750
Original Price: $970

Python and white calfskin pump:
On Sale: $740
Original Price: $970

White pythons flats with silver toe: $480

Red suede ankle boot: $680

Black patent leather wedge with gold python:
$650

Black evening python high heel:
On Sale: $650
Original Price: $840

Black patent leather ankle boot:
On Sale: $650
Original Price: $740

Coral python boot:
On Sale: $1195
Original Price: $1550

Over-the-knee black calfskin boot:
On Sale: $1095
Original Price: $1650

Black velvet and python high heel:
On Sale: $1145
Original Price: $1850

Black microfiber boot:
On Sale: $365
Original Price: $445

Black leather and microfiber boot:
On Sale: $350
Original Price: $420

Gold hand-beaded (with coral pieces) purse: Purse only: $990

Black hand-beaded (with coral pieces) purse: Purse only: $990

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SHOE PURCHASES:

Valentine's Designs

2008-01-14T15:50:00.000-08:00

Our creative team has worked hard this past week to come up with some extraordinary specials for Valentine's Day! We certainly offer the traditional dozen rose bouquet, but if you want to impress your loved one, we have some fantastic designs that will truly wow him/her.

Camelback Flowershop Valentine's Day Specials:

One dozen roses (red, pink, or a combination): $125

One dozen roses Upgrade: red, pink, or combination with half a dozen white orchids: $175

Tulips (30 stems of red or pink) in a red wax vessel; pave style: $100

Two dozen Geraldine roses in a chocolate wax vessel with galex leaves; pave style: $250

Pink oriental lilies (15 stems) and white orchids (10 stems) in a 14 inch high clear glass cylinder with variegated myrtle greenery: $375
White submerged orchid (burgundy throats) with red beach glass: $150
Valentine's Mix: half a dozen red roses, pink oriental lilies, white calla lilies OR white orchids with greenery: $150 and up

Upgrades to these specials:

Wax vase: $35 (small cube); $65 (tall cylinder or rectangle)

Blooming branches: $25

Half a dozen pink lilies: $75
Spa candles: these are soy and non-toxic when burned, they come in a variety of scents; they are wrapped in a gift bag with tissue paper and a nice bow: $38
Belgian chocolates: price to be determined
Roberto Botticelli shoes: please ask for details or visit our website
Venetian masks: complementary on any order over $175--$20 if sold separately

Please check our website in the next few days to see images of these special designs! Again, remember to pre-book your orders for February 14th!!

Season of Love

2008-01-08T14:36:00.000-08:00

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and we would like to remind you to pre-book your orders for the special day! This year, Valentine’s Day falls on Thursday, February 14.

Each year at the shop we create a special theme for our Valentine’s Day arrangements, and this year we will be featuring sensuous Venetian Masks to accent our floral designs! These beautiful and luxurious masks have a rich history that began in Venice, Italy during the 11th century.

Masquerading, or wearing decorative masks, was a common practice among all Venetians regardless of status, wealth, or personality. The masks provided equality for all citizens, since true identities were concealed, and this ideology of egalitarianism played an important social role in the Venetian Republic. These opulent masks were an outlet for Venetians to express their true “identities” and to transcend their daily lives. Eventually, masquerading was limited to specific weeks throughout the year and the tradition continues today — in Venice this special time is called Carnevale, and in other parts of the world it has been translated into Mardi Gras. Venice’s Carnevale brings locals and international visitors together to celebrate beauty, individuality, and uninhibited passions!

We have therefore chosen to incorporate the sensual and lavish tradition of the Venetian Mask into this year’s Valentine’s Day designs. These masks complement our flowers beautifully and will certainly be an extraordinary touch for your special day!

We will be posting this year’s designs in the coming week, so please check back soon and remember to pre-book your order.

To really make it an exceptional Valentine’s Day, give her a unique gift that combines both luxury and beauty! Camelback Flowershop has partnered with couture shoe designer Roberto Botticelli to provide an exquisite blending of designer shoes and lavish flowers. This Valentine’s Day, present her with a one-of-a-kind pair of shoes which have been hand picked from Milan, Italy; Roberto Botticelli’s only store in the United States is located at the Biltmore in Phoenix, so when you purchase shoes through our partnership, your lucky lady will be the only woman in the United States to own that specific style! To top off these exceptionally splendid shoes, we design magnificent floral arrangements to match. With lush flowers including roses, lilies, peonies, dahlias and hydrangeas, any woman will fall in love with such an opulent gift! For design examples, please refer to the “camelback flowershop & roberto botticelli present…‘a love story’” link at the top of our homepage.

Remember to check back very soon for our Valentine’s Day designs, and in the spirit of the upcoming holiday, here is a quote to brighten your day: “Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Welcome To Our New BLOG!

2007-12-18T22:11:00.000-08:00

About the Shop and the Women Who Make it Run: Located in the historic Arcadia area, Camelback Flowershop is a true gem within the local floral industry. The shop has a refined and cozy atmosphere, yet it continually produces exquisite works of floral art; serving world renowned resorts, A-list restaurants, celebrities and political figures, Camelback Flowershop is truly one of a kind. The arrangements they create--whether they are daily deliveries, centerpieces for prestigious events, or European wraps on a whim--are done with care and sophistication. No matter the occasion, their designs always convey a "message amongst the petals;" clients trust the shop's employees to adequately express their feelings, desires, and messages through flowers!

In mid-January of this year, the store will be celebrating its fifth anniversary under the ownership of young entrepreneur, Teresa Wilson! Teresa is a native of the Valley of the Sun and has a distinguished background in fine art, as she was taught by an Italian master at a young age. She has worked in floral design business for many years and is truly an artistic genius. The manager, Lauren Lovas, is the backbone of Camelback Flowershop; she has been working alongside Teresa for the past five years, and does phenomenal design compositions. She is also the wedding consultant and has created spectacular weddings for brides across the valley! Julie Fleischman is the shop's assistant manager and joined the team this past summer. She recently graduated from Occidental College, and when she is not designing arrangements at the shop, is continuing her studies at ASU. She is very ambitious and willing to help, no matter the task. Sarah Dudley and Jessica Doonan are the newest additions to the Camelback Flowershop staff. Sarah is quickly picking up the design process and is quick to help any customer who has questions or concerns. In her spare time, she loves to cook and bake for her friends and family. Jessica is taking some time off from her Fine Arts studies at ASU to work with us, but is looking to resume her schoolwork in the coming year. She too is quickly excelling at floral design and is truly enjoying her time at the shop! Katie Tourville, the shop's accountant, is not only part of the Camelback Flowershop family, she is also Teresa's aunt. She is an indispensible woman when it comes to "crunching numbers," and she is also fantastic when it comes to customer service. She is a wonderful saleswoman and can handle any problem with ease and grace!

These six dedicated and creative women work hard to provide you with the highest quality products and arrangements the floral industry has to offer. They are all exceptionally friendly, smart and artistic and they create fantastic designs for all occasions!

New Website: Our new website is up and running! With the exceptional inspiration and talent of One Red Key web designer Ryan Brannen, we now have a beautiful and fully interactive website. On the site you will find numerous photos of our work and the designs that are available for daily deliveries. You can also browse our additional services, which include home/office plant care, standing accounts, in-home plant consultations, gourmet baskets, etc. Our goal for the website is to provide our clients, future clients, friends, and anyone in need of our services with visual representations of what we do and the quality of our products! Enjoy! Visit the new site!

Goals for the Blog: With this blog we hope to impart our thoughts, ideas, and "the inside scoop" to you! We look forward to sharing upcoming events and special things we are excited about, so you too can share our enthusiasm. On this blog we will post holiday specials and direct you to our website so you can view our current designs; ultimately, we want to include you in the work that we do. We would love to read your comments and make this blog a dialogue between the shop and you, the client!