by Rod Crittenden | May 30, 2018 | Professional Florist
Ever talk to a know-it-all and wonder how they are familiar with all of the latest tricks and who is using them? Chances are, the answer is in some form of Social Media. From Facebook to Twitter to YouTube, information is easier to get and conveniently available at...
by Gail | Aug 23, 2016 | Business, Flower Holidays, Holiday Decorations, Marketing, Membership Benefits, MFA Events, Michigan Florist Association, Professional Florist, Social Media
The Michigan Floral Association Board of Directors has put together seven great regional opportunities to get together, learn and network this fall. The meetings have been scheduled in the following cities: Ypsilanti, Gaylord, Saginaw, Kalamazoo, Romulus, Grand...
by Gail | Jul 19, 2016 | Business, MFA Events, Michigan Florist Association, Professional Florist
Are you a beginner floral design student or is someone at your shop in need of a comprehensive beginner design course? Then you’re in luck! We still have room in our One Week – Introduction to Floral Design Course – starting August 1st. This...
by Gail | May 10, 2016 | Great Lakes Floral Expo, Michigan Florist Association, Professional Florist
It’s time for our Thank You’s to all the people and companies that made the 2016 Great Lake Floral Expo possible! Without your support, there would be no Expo! Thank You to Our Expo Volunteers! All of us at MFA would like to extend a special Thank You to...
by Gail | May 3, 2016 | Michigan Florist Association, Professional Florist
BY CAROLYN CLARK KUREK, AIFD, CK2 FLORAL DESIGN SCHOOL, FRANKLIN, INDIANA The North Central Chapter of the American Institute of Floral Designers scored a triple play at the Indiana Flower and Patio Show which showcased over 40 landscaped gardens, drew 300 exhibitors...
by Gail | Apr 26, 2016 | Michigan Florist Association, Professional Florist
Toni Piccolo, AIFD, from gia bella flowers & gifts in Burlington, Wisconsin, is the winner of the 2016 Bobbi Cup design competition. The annual competition is open to any member of the North Central Chapter of AIFD. Designers who wish to compete put their names in...
by Gail | Apr 20, 2016 | Membership Benefits, Michigan Florist Association, Professional Florist
Click here to download a membership application Here are just 10 of the reasons why you should join MFA… Find-A-Florist – Powered by Google Maps, this map increases your visibility not only to consumers but also for Google Searches. Your business will move...
by Gail | Apr 12, 2016 | Professional Florist
There is still time to sign up for either of these two upcoming 12-week floral design classes. These classes are for you if you are looking to learn the basics of floral design, take your beginning knowledge of floral design to the next level, or want to take a...
by Gail | Apr 7, 2016 | Marketing, Professional Florist
Being a Certified Florist provides many benefits to you and your shop. Become your area’s most respected florist. Learn the best current practices from recognized floral professionals. Great branding / advertising tool for your flower shop. Freshen up on design...
by Gail | Mar 31, 2016 | Great Lakes Floral Expo, Professional Florist, Uncategorized
We are excited to announce the winners of the Michigan Floral Expo Design Competition. Congratulations to all the winners and participants. Your talent and creativity were awe-inspiring! Jason Rudicil is Expo Designer of the Year Jason Rudicil from Eastern Floral in...
