It's Homecoming Mum Season!

When it’s homecoming season across the nation, only in parts of Texas and Oklahoma is it also homecoming mum season. Some students take homecoming mums just as seriously as the homecoming football game itself.

For the uninitiated, a homecoming mum is an oversized mum corsage decorated with three-foot long streamers in the school colors, bells, charms, banners, little plush animals done up in bows, sparkly letters, even Christmas tree lights.

It is usually worn in the middle of the chest like a breastplate with the streamers flowing down the front of the body almost touching the ankles. It is, in short, a fashion statement.

But homecoming mums are so much more than that. They are a sign that somebody loves you. They’re no longer given only by boyfriends. Mums can come from friends, your mom, dad, aunt, or even a booster boy (a boy-friend who is not your date).

Anybody who's anybody wears one, or two and can

weigh as much as 12 pounds!

Homecoming mums have become a status symbol for many junior high and high school students. Designs change every year. The more original, the better.

Bosses Day is October 16.

National Boss Day is October 16 each year. When the holiday falls on a weekend, it is generally celebrated on the working day closest to October 16.

National Boss Day offers employees an opportunity to recognize those in supervisory positions. Popular ways to say "thanks" include cards, a lunch in the boss's honor, flowers, or gift certificates.

National Boss Day was started in 1958 when Patricia Bays Haroski, then an employee at State Farm Insurance Company in Deerfield, Ill., registered the holiday with the Chamber of Commerce of the United States. She designated October 16 as the special day because it was her father's birthday. Ms. Haroski's purpose was to designate a day to show appreciation for her boss and other bosses. She also hoped to improve the relationship between employees and supervisors. She believed young employees often do not realize the challenges bosses face in running a business.

Bridal Bouquets - Getting Attached to Specific Flower Types

Not all flowers are available all year round. When planning your wedding flowers, it is best to think in terms of colors and shapes rather than specific flowers. If there are certain flowers that have a special meaning, or you just have to have, specify that flower but also ask your florist to suggest a back up.

Summer Design Contest

Each of our designers were given a set of parameters to work within - same container, same price point, same set of flowers. Visit our contest page on Facebook and vote for your favorite design. The design with the most votes wins. But better yet, 3 lucky voters will be randomly chosen to win each win a $25 In Bloom Flowers gift certificate. Vote now!

Zinnias Are Here!

Dazzling zinnia bouquets have just arrived! Be the first of your friends to pick up a bunch. Only $12.95. Once they’re gone, they’re gone! Stop by your nearest In Bloom Flowers today. Plano . Arlington . Carrollton . McKinney . Lewisville . Dallas http://www.inbloomflowers.com/aboutus.asp#3

Wedding Season Color Trends

The hot colors this wedding season are apple green, hot pink, coral, orange, yellow and turquoise. The colors are so bright and vibrant - you gotta love 'em!

New Location in McKinney TX

Our flower shop in McKinney TX has a new home! We're up on the hill in Craig Crossing, Eldorado Pkwy & 75, next to Panera Bread. Stop in to say hello. We hope to see you soon.