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News ArchivesYEAR2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 MONTH Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec HEADLINES French president spends £660 a day on flowers July 22, 2009 - French president Nicolas Sarkozy and Carla Bruni have been ordered to cut back after it emerged they were spending more than £660 a day on flowers. The couple is estimated to spend £241,000 annually on flowers. The London Evening Standard reports. | READ MORE Canadian retail sales surge July 22, 2009 - Canadian retail sales rose much more than expected in May after a surprise drop the previous month, Statistics Canada said Wednesday. The Financial Post reports. | READ MORE Customer tips for your bridal consultation July 21, 2009 - When it comes to bridal consultations, if your bride shows up unprepared, it's fair to say the meeting won't run smoothly. Here are some tips to share with your bride before the big consult. | READ MORE U.S. florist offers behind-the-scenes look July 21, 2009 - Mocha Rose, a Pittsburgh florist, is letting customers know the real work that goes into a large event. The florist is using Twitter to show people how the pretty flowers they see on wedding tables or big stages came to be. Article offers do's and don'ts for floral design July 21, 2009 - A recent article in the National Post gives consumers tips for "flower arranging 101." While florists already know it's not as easy as 1-2-3, the story does highlight the need for "a really great vase." The National Post reports. | READ MORE Six retail success stories July 20, 2009 - The owners of six Toronto shops reveal their secrets for staying alive and kicking through bad times. They've survived downturns, changed with trends and battled big box stores. The Toronto Star reports. | READ MORE AIFD launches new designer program  July 17, 2009 - The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) has launched a dynamic new Certified Floral Designer (CFD) professional recognition program. Lait Bloomers describe life as a florist July 17, 2009 - It can be hard work getting fresh flowers out of the gardens and into our homes — at least for florists. Annemarie Morris, owner of Lait Bloomers, and Adrienne Lait, former owner share their experience with readers. The Ladysmith Chronicle reports. | READ MORE Florist offers party decorating tips July 16, 2009 - Adding a little drama to your outdoor table can be easy and very impressive if you can take a little time to plan ahead. Kyla Reveley, of Limelight Floral Design Inc. in Vancouver offers her tips. The North Shore News reports. | READ MORE Seasons Christmas Show celebrates five years July 16, 2009 - Matrix North Events Inc. is pleased to be celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Seasons Christmas Show running at the International Centre Nov. 20-22, 2009. |
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