Spring/Summer Edition 2013 What’s Bloomin? news from Where thoughts become flowers Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th. Celebrate with flowers! Extended Hours: Sat., May 11th 9 AM – 2 PM Rustic Charm A charming egg-filled nest makes a harmonious companion to the rustic twig basket abloom with lovely blue hydrangea, iris,seeded eucalyptus, green hydrangea, berries and white accent flowers. An iridescent glass bowl holds a handmade twig trellis, wrapped in a collection of vibrant botanicals and garden flowers including sunflowers, Kangaroo paw, gerbera daisies, and hydrangea. Butterfly Kisses Butterflies hover over a frosted glass cube filled with a bouquet of purple Florigene carnations, miniature Calla lilies and clusters of brightly colored spray roses. Lori Flower arrangement of the Month Winners Folksy, hand-painted primitives by Bobbie Wivell: Hand painted screens with bunnies, cats, flowers, cottage gardens and more. Hand sculpted bunnies, owls, and bird baths. Hand decorated jars and tins full of flowers, faerie jars. Handmade USA necklaces from Fibrations: Made by stay- at-home moms using Italian and Turkish synthetic fibers. Wear from the beach to mall to formal wear. Lots of colors! Dichroic glass pendants to coordinate too! Vintage Pottery – McCoy, Roseville, Cook, and more-- many colors and shapes. “Estate Sale” acquired Paintings by local artist Martha Miller – whimsical and nature-inspired unframed canvases. I guess it’s true: there are NO secrets in our little town! Between the announcement in the paper and the sign at the Fire Hall, my husband made sure that everyone knew I had hit the “Nifty Fifty” milestone in February. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped me celebrate— you truly made this special birthday one for the record books. Considering the alternative, I’m delighted to be turning the Big 5-0, and I have a renewed dedication to spending my next half century enjoying life to the fullest! Who’s with me? Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! Local Love for Mom! Contemporary, hammered aluminum, hand-formed chokers and drops with glass accents by Gail Spertzel. Dear Friends, Speaking of renewal, how exciting is it to have Spring in the air once again! Please make it a point to visit us often at Abloom so you can enjoy the remarkable array of fresh blooms, green plants and locally grown annuals and perennials…we’re always glad to see you! Cherished Lady Handmade earrings, bracelets and necklaces of beads, baubles and trinkets from Sugar Ty. No two are alike. Made by “Aunt Sue” of former employee, Jamie Stup. Visit www.abloomltd.com or call 301-898-5550 for all your flower and gift needs! Karen Lewns, Walkersville MD Melissa Mens, Walkersville MD Deb Leleck, Walkersville MD Doris Rippeon, Keymar MD The “I LOVE ME” BOUQUET— You know you want one! May: Alstromeria July: Daisies June: Spray Roses August: Wildflowers September: Sunflowers Truly Unique! Light up your spring & summer celebrations with Flaming Musical Flower Candles. See them on Abloom’s FB page, along with our outdoor fountain by premierpond.com. Have this one moved to your yard, or have them create a new one for you. Large or small ponds available, too! Floral Selection of the month: Name __________________________________ Phone _______________ Email ______________________ Address __________________________________________________________________________________ Return to Abloom, Ltd, P.O. Box 206, Walkersville, MD 21793 or drop it off at the store— stop by…we’d love to see you!