Design Shows

Do me a favor, If your local wholesaler is having a design show in your area, go and see it. As I visit with florists around the country there are two things they are constantly telling me: "I wish I had more inspiration" and "I wish there was more on going education".

I think local design shows do both of these. While I think we can all come up with reasons not to attend on our own, let me mention some reason to attend.

New ideas and inspiration - As you know, in our industry, 2 people can look at a bucket of flowers and create 20 different arrangements that share 20 different styles and looks. Go see someone else, look at what they are showing, what do they see as the hot products across the country.

Pick up a couple of key points that the designer will share and find a way to put them to work for you. Not everything you will see Will work in your store, but I am sure there are some that will provide value for you and your clients.

In today's market, many of the tips you will hear from the stage, are going to be about saving money, producing more profits and make your money go farther.

For those who are looking for additional education, look no farther than the closest design show. Whether you are looking for a new technique, a new tip or a new trick, you are certain to learn plenty at the shows in your area.

So whether it is an out of town favorite, or someone local who is willing to share, be sure to go and check out the next design show in your area, and if you are in the area where we are doing shows and classes, please be sure to come and see what we have to offer

Until next time....