Beauty by design:



Few things on earth combine art and architecture as beautifully as a flower. And rarely are flowers combined in such dramatic and stunning style as they are at Salal Floral, an all compassing floral shop located on the lobby level of the Tulalip Resort.







Friday, March 11, 2011

Prom 2011




Prom dresses 2011 will look fabulous with pretty corsages. Selecting the right prom flowers for your corsage to match your prom gown can be quite hard. There are a number of things that you must consider. One of the most significant things about the corsage is the color. You have to know what shades you and your partner are wearing in order to choose the corsage. Color choice is very important considering that the wrist corsage can look terrible if the colors are all wrong.



You must decide if you would like to buy a wrist corsage or one that is pinned onto the dress. Each one has its own advantage. A wrist corsage is easy to use. It’s also a good choice for any person with allergies because it will not be right under the girl’s nose. Wrist corsages are likewise a great choice if the girl is wearing a strapless gown. Pin-on corsages are pretty but they can be difficult to pin on to the gown. Wrist corsages are already well-known to be itchy and that’s one of the reasons that individuals do not like them.



Roses certainly are a great choice. Red roses mean passionate love, pink signifies companionship, while white means purity. Carnations are a favorite corsage flower simply because they manage to remain fresh for a long period of time. This really is one thing that you should look at when you’re selecting a corsage. You do not want a blossom that wilts even before you pick up your date. Other famous flowers are dendrobium orchids, alstroemeria lilies and little flowers like cornflowers, freesias, and tulips. if you’re wearing a red dress, it would be best if you pick red or pink flowers or similar colors of that nature.



The size of the corsage is very important. It is strongly recommended that you obtain a medium-sized corsage. This avoids obtaining something that is actually far too small but won’t also be too overwhelming. The size of the corsage is just as significant as the other elements of the corsage. You don’t want the corsage to surpass your loveliness and that’s why you should not select something too large. If you’re a rather small person, choosing a few smaller flowers will be a great idea. This could make the wrist corsage appear very cute. If you’re a larger person, you should select a few large blossoms as it will make it shine a lot more and should make it look fabulous.



Prom dresses 2011 can be even more beautiful with the best corsage. Make sure to order your prom flowers at least 2 weeks before prom as Salal Floral gets really busy when prom night is coming and you want to be able to get the prom corsage you want. Never pick up your corsage more than a day before the prom. The early morning of the party is perfect. Take it home right away and put it in the fridge, making sure that the box is tightly closed. It’s okay to allow members of the family a quick peek, but the less air the blossoms tend to be exposed to, the less likely they are to turn brown. Your date’s boutonniere doesn’t always have to match your prom blossoms, it all depends on you and your partner.

Friday, January 28, 2011

Primal Elements

Primal Elements has been flying off our shelves and people are loving it. Here's some information on the product and we hope that you enjoy some Primal Element for yourself! Our best sellers have been the Cupcake and Tahitian Vanilla.




Primal Elements is dedicated to providing the highest quality bath and skin care products. Primal Elements bath and skin care products have evolved from the revitalizing benefits of aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and botanical infusions. Primal Elements is committed to protecting our environment and using renewable resources. Primal Elements bath and body care products are high quality, effective, and are based on caring, sound environmental practices. Our products are not tested on animals and contain no animal ingredients. Pure essential oils and natural botanicals are replenishable resources. We package in recyclable containers and encourage our customers to reuse or recycle our containers. Primal Elements encourages feedback from our clientele. We are always open to your suggestions to help us develop and refine our unique product line.






Primal Elements:

CUPCAKE

Shampoo, Body Wash, Bubble Bath


Dreamy and delicious buttery yellow cake. Shampoo, body wash and bubble bath all in one convenient package! Non-drying gentle cleansing agents derived from apple juices cleanse impurities. Ingredients such as Meadowfoam oil, olive oil and Pro Vitamin B5 enhance the luxurious effects. An amazing product, mild enough to use every day. Three in One shampoo, body wash and bubble bath is available in an easy to use 10 ounce (300 ML) bottle.


CUPCAKE

Moisturizing Lotion


Dreamy and delicious buttery yellow cake. Moisturize your skin with Cream, Primal Elements new hand and body moisturizing lotion. This formula is paraben free and is made with the finest ingredients; including many that are certified organic. This nourishing formula with its healing and emollient benefits leaves skin feeling soft and silky smooth. 8 oz. (227ml).


CUPCAKE


10 oz. Sugar Whip

The dreamy and delicious aroma of buttery yellow cake sweetly exfoliates to leave skin feeling velvety smooth.

TAHITIAN VANILLA

Moisturizing Lotion

Sweet and sultry vanilla. Moisturize your skin with Cream, Primal Elements new hand and body moisturizing lotion. This formula is paraben free and is made with the finest ingredients; including many that are certified organic. This nourishing formula with its healing and emollient benefits leaves skin feeling soft and silky smooth. 8 oz. (227ml).


TAHITIAN VANILLA


Shampoo, Body Wash, Bubble Bath

Sweet and sultry vanilla. Shampoo, body wash and bubble bath all in one convenient package! Non-drying gentle cleansing agents derived from apple juices cleanse impurities. Ingredients such as Meadowfoam oil, olive oil and Pro Vitamin B5 enhance the luxurious effects. An amazing product, mild enough to use every day. Three in One shampoo, body wash and bubble bath is available in an easy to use 10 ounce (300 ML) bottle.


TAHITIAN VANILLA


10 oz. Sugar Whip

The sultry aroma of vanilla blossoms combined with sweet pure cane sugar delicately exfoliates to leave skin feeling velvety smooth.


SPARKLING SUGAR


Moisturizing Lotion

Sweet spun sugar. Moisturize your skin with Cream, Primal Elements new hand and body moisturizing lotion. This formula is paraben free and is made with the finest ingredients; including many that are certified organic. This nourishing formula with its healing and emollient benefits leaves skin feeling soft and silky smooth. 8 oz. (227ml).


SPARKLING SUGAR


Shampoo, Body Wash, Bubble Bath

Sweet spun sugar. Shampoo, body wash and bubble bath all in one convenient package! Non-drying gentle cleansing agents derived from apple juices cleanse impurities. Ingredients such as Meadowfoam oil, olive oil and Pro Vitamin B5 enhance the luxurious effects. An amazing product, mild enough to use every day. Three in One shampoo, body wash and bubble bath is available in an easy to use 10 ounce (300 ML) bottle.


SPARKLING SUGAR

10 oz. Sugar Whip


Rich caramel, sultry vanilla and sweet sugar gently exfoliates to leave skin velvety smooth.


GRAPEFRUIT


Moisturizing Lotion

An invigorating burst of tart citrus. Moisturize your skin with Cream, Primal Elements new hand and body moisturizing lotion. This formula is paraben free and is made with the finest ingredients; including many that are certified organic. This nourishing formula with its healing and emollient benefits leaves skin feeling soft and silky smooth. 8 oz. (227ml).


GRAPEFRUIT

Shampoo, Body Wash, Bubble Bath


An invigorating burst of tart citrus. Shampoo, body wash and bubble bath all in one convenient package! Non-drying gentle cleansing agents derived from apple juices cleanse impurities. Ingredients such as Meadowfoam oil, olive oil and Pro Vitamin B5 enhance the luxurious effects. An amazing product, mild enough to use every day. Three in One shampoo, body wash and bubble bath is available in an easy to use 10 ounce (300 ML) bottle.


GRAPEFRUIT


10 oz. Sugar Whip

An invigorating burst of tart citrus and sweet sugar gently exfoliates to leave skin velvety smooth.

Thursday, January 27, 2011

For the flower girls...



It may be winter to you but our summer and fall brides are working away, looking for inspirations for their weddings and so I thought I'd add this into the mix for consideration. Can't decide what to have your flower girl carry? How about one of these adorable "kissing" ball pomanders? Tossing petals is still the number 1 choice but sometimes it's not allowed. Why not choose one of these whimsical arrangements for her to carry? Imagine creating one with white button mums accented with tiny black pearl pins and a black satin ribbon. So elegant for a black and white themed wedding. Going for a natural look? What about green moss accented with loops of grasses or even curly willow dangling on natural raffia? Looking for a soft, romantic look? How about soft and ruffled pink carnations accented with tiny sweetheart roses? Unexpected and fun, who could ask for anything better!

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Seattle Wedding Expo




This weekend Salal Floral will be available at the Seattle Wedding Expo held at the Seattle Convention Center. This is great way to gather ideas for your "Big Day" or even an event that you plan on holding.

Washington State Convention & Trade Center
800 Convention Place, 4th Floor
Seattle, WA 98101
Saturday January 8th, 2011
10:00am to 5:30pm (ticket sales open at 9:30am)
Sunday January 9th, 2011
10:30am to 5:00pm (ticket sales open at 10:00am)

Tickets are $17.00 per person and can be purchased at the door.
Children twelve and under are admitted free.
$2 Off coupons are available at all exhibitor locations.
Tickets go on sale at 9:30 am Saturday and 10:00 am Sunday.
Discount tickets are available in advance this fall by purchasing at weddingshow.com

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Taste Of Tulalip











































Salal Floral was once again very excited to have designed all Floral for the 2nd Annual Taste of Tulalip!

Below is all the information that you needed to attend this extravagant affair!


Tulalip Resort Casino is excited to host the 2nd Annual Taste of Tulalip in collaboration with Wine Spectator and Cigar Aficionado magazines.Tulalip Resort Casino received the “Best Wine Event Featuring Washington Wines” award from the Washington Win...e Commission for last year’s event!

This year, join us in celebrating Pacific Northwest wine, food and tradition with various events while also giving back, as portions of the procee...ds will benefit the Center for Career Alternatives.

**Schedule of events**

* Friday, November 12
-6 p.m.- Celebration Reception: Mingle with Tulalip's chefs and premier regional winemakers and enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
-7 p.m.- Celebration Dinner: Enjoy a multi-course meal prepared by Executive Chef Perry Mascitti’s culinary team in the beautiful Orca Ballroom. Wine pairings will be selected by Tulalip's Sommelier Tommy Thompson.
-10 p.m.- VIP After-Party: End the night with live entertainment and the finest spirits, cognacs, and cigars.

*Saturday, November 13
-10 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.- Wine Education & Lifestyle Seminars: Learn about wine from some of the region's top winemakers in this series of seminars.
-2-6 p.m.- Wine Tastings: Taste award-winning wines from the finest Pacific Northwest wineries.
-3 p.m., 4 p.m., & 5 p.m.- Chef Demos: In these 40-minute demos, Tulalip chefs will demonstrate the preparation of some of the great cuisine served at Tulalip's restaurants.


**Pricing**

* Wine Tasting - $45
* Wine Education Seminars - $45 each, two for $75 or three for $100
* Celebration Dinner - $200 per person
* Corporate Table for Eight - $2,200; includes eight Celebration Dinner tickets, eight Food and Wine Tasting tickets, two seminars per person and table recognition

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Wine Tasting for a Cure!

We were honored to be a part of "Wine Tasting for A Cure" where all proceeds benefited the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation.

This event was held at Wine Styles in Marysville, Wa.
A great location for a girls night out or a small event.

Tickets were $20 and included tasting of 6 different wines and a glass of your favorite one!


$10 from every ticket and 10% of all sales during the 3 hours benefited the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation. In addition, Wine Styles donated $10 for each customer who purchased 3 more bottles!!

November is Lung Cancer awareness month.

Go to http://www.lungcanceralliance.org/involved/lcam_month.html to see how you can get involved!




SAF Orlando 2010 - 126th Anuual Convention

This year we had the great opportunity to attend the 126th Annual SAF Convention in Orlando, Florida.

It was a blast! The conference showcased dozens of beautiful new floral varieties. The room was filled with amazing flowers of all shapes, sizes and colors. Here are just a few that are headed our way. This is the best fresh product on the market today. Growers show off their finest fresh cut flowers, greens, potted flowering plants,bedding plants and foliage in this annual event.


















































Our own Floral Designer Steven Douglas competed in the 43rd Silva Cup Design Contest. The Sylvia Cup is the longest running floral design competition in the industry and draws designers from the American Institute of Floral Designers,winners of state and regional contest, and designers of the year. The competition was stiff and Steven did great!















Thursday, October 21, 2010

Toyko Milk


























Just another wonderful and popular line that we have decided to bring to Salal Floral. Like always, we hope you enjoy!




Toyko Milk- Objects To Desire





Tokyo Milk perfume bath products are hip, unusually presented and deeply refreshing. From the unique and trendy Tokyo milk perfume soaps in the Parfumerie Curiosite collection to the adorably chic Tokyo milk lip balms featuring kissing quotes, you will find no end to the delightful surprises hidden within. The cool drift of oriental culture and spirit of the Tokyo Milk take cares of your bath, body and skin needs in its own special way!



In the Press:

Oprah Magazine January 2009

"Look what we found! Fragrance fun, a neat body scrub, sexy nail polish, and more...

Here's what O's beauty team fell in love with this month."

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Unique and Useful Garden Books











Finding a useful and great garden book isn't always easy. We have made it easy for you! We do the research and find out what's the easiest and most useful books out there and than bring them to you!

Bloom-Again Orchids highlights the easiest, most fuss free varieties and includes invaluable tips on where to buy orchids and how to keep them in bloom. Each of the fifty profiles focuses on a commonly available orchid variety and includes a description, photograph, chart of basic growing requirements, and a handy twelve-point checklist. So if you've always been intrigued by orchids but were nervous about caring for them, put your worries aside. Bloom-Again Orchids will turn you from a would-be orchid fan into the proud owner of healthy plants that will bloom year after year. Pick yours up at Salal Floral! $14.95


The Nonstop Garden gives gardeners all the information they need to create a productive, beautiful garden from the ground up. This easy-to-use guide is split into four main parts: the nuts and bolts of designing a mixed garden, the garden's main attractions (trees and shrubs), the garden's supporting cast (bulbs, annuals, edibles, and vines), and finishing touches (ornamentation, containers, and garden structures). Pick it up at Salal Floral today! $19.95

Wickman Candle Tools




Unique Candle Tools



Wickman Products offers the broadest range of candle wick trimmers on the market, ranging from the original wick trimmer in pewter or gold finish to the middle range stainless steel or black wick trimmers up to the very decorative Fleur De Lis wick trimmer. Each wick trimmer has a complete set of debris catching trays and is ergonomically shaped to reach into jars and container candles. Other items include a candle tool for digging out buried or short wicks, wick dippers for snuffing the candle without the wick continuing to smoke and smolder, traditional candle snuffers, a decorative candle lighter, candle accessory multi packs and much more.

Monday, October 11, 2010

Creative Candles- The Perfect Event Candle







Experience the quality: They make beautiful candles of exceptional performance. Time, effort, and care go into each Creative Candle®. Their trained artisans handcraft each candle in small batches to ensure quality and integrity - a tradition we have celebrated for almost 50 years. Their candles are created from the finest blend of waxes combined perfectly to create an exceptionally performing candle. Mass produced candles are not an option. They feel quality not quantity should be the benchmark.



Reliable and noteworthy: Their customers rely on them for a candle company who is consistent and dependable in delivery of products and services. Recently, they were revealed as a "secret source" on the Martha Stewart show. They are carried by distinguished retailers, restaurants, hotels, resorts, florists, and special event planners throughout the United States and abroad. Their tapers have graced the tables at the White House, Lincoln Center, The Waldorf Astoria, the Peninsula Hotel in Hong Kong, countless weddings, galas, dinners for royalty, celebrity parties, and numerous special events.

Impress the host with this stunning Taper Gift set. They guarantee that you will be invited to return. This popular gift set is complied of (4) pair of their sophisticated 1/2” X 12” tapers and (2) tailored glass taper holders. Choose from their variety of colors to fit the occasion; twelve color offerings, including a 100% pure beeswax option. A brushed silver gift box and clear lid make this the ideal ready-to-go gift.

Their pillars are hand-poured and created with a blend of superior quality waxes formulated to provide a slow, even burn and are drip and smoke resistant. The pure cotton wick allows pillar to burn slowly and evenly while providing a soft, illuminating glow. They offer pillars in deep, rich colors to embellish your den, living area, or patio. Each pillar is hand-made, individually finished and wrapped with care. Packaged in a clear cello-pouch and closed with an elegant cord.



3" diameter x 4" height - BURN TIME: 80 hours
3" diameter x 6" height - BURN TIME: 100 hours
3" diameter x 9" height - BURN TIME: 150 hours
3" diameter x 12" height - BURN TIME: 200 hours

Their Ball & Floating Candles are hand finished to achieve a deep rich color and quality burn. They make great efforts to coordinate colors across product lines.

Small ( 2 3/8") - BURN TIME: 3 hours
Medium ( 3") - BURN TIME: 7 hours

They offer a 6-hour transparent Tealight (in a clear plastic cup) and a standard 5-hour Tealight (in a metal cup) Available in white.

Magnabilities- Interchangeable desgns to create your unique style









A new addition to our shop:



Magnabilities is the newest jewelry accessory to hit the country !Affordable quality, interchangeable inserts create a new pendant to match and coordinate that new outfit ! Dressy or Casual, you choose ! Use it with a braided satin cord or a sterling silver chain.

You can puchase them for yourself but they also make great gifts!



The start up necklace (satin twist or leather) and pendant is only $20 and you get your first insert for FREE! each insert is $3.95 after that.



These tins are the perfect holder so you can store your inserts that you use through out the year.

Linnea's Lights-Candles










The Wedding candle as we like to call it because of it's beauty and stunning fragrance the Linnea's Light Candle is hard to put down. A must get candle for anyone who appreciates a really good candle.


These all natural soy candles are offered in two sizes, the 60 hour candle with a signature double wick and the 15 hour mini votive. Each candle is hand crafted and mindfully packaged in recycled materials, printed with soy inks and hand stamped—the ultimate gift for someone or yourself. Matchboxes included!




WHY THE DOUBLE WICK IN THE 60 HR CANDLE?


These signature double-wicked natural soy candles are known for a clean, clear burn with a highly fragrant scent throw and a gorgeous, liquefied state that mesmerizes. To ensure the beauty and integrity of our line and of the environment, they only use lead-free cotton wicks. In addition, their signature double wick ties back into their iconic brand of LL. When you see a double wicked soy candle with their iconic brand, you know you have an elegant, hand crafted candle that is sure to please.




BENEFITS OF SOY WAX:



There are many waxes available to create candles for enjoyment. At Linnea’s Lights, they choose to hand create candles using natural soy wax for several reasons. Their soy wax is 100% natural and free of any genetically modified materials, herbicides or pesticides. Their wax is biodegradable and all natural which means it’s safe and clean for the environment. Soy wax has a lower melting point which allows it to burn slower and cooler. Soy beans are grown in the USA and support US agriculture.


History:

Linnea’s Lights® has been cultivated from a deep family lineage, upon a foundation of ecologically friendly, handcrafted, entrepreneurial spirit. Founders Lynn Manley and her daughter Laura Cler remain firmly rooted in the spirit of their Midwestern upbringing. Lynn & Laura’s intrinsic appreciation of quality, integrity and social consciousness, as well as their passion for fragrances & luxury items inspired them to create the line of candles.

What began as a candle-making hobby soon developed into a small, freestanding company. With the additional help of close family and friends, the dynamic team launched Linnea’s Lights® into the luxury brand that it is today. In tribute to Lynn & Laura’s Swedish family lineage, the name Linnea’s Lights® comes from the Swedish word Linnea, from which Lynn’s name originated. Linnea, which also refers to the national flower of Sweden, has been in their family for five generations.

Essential to the spirit of Linnea’s Lights®, Lynn and Laura’s resourceful outlook towards nature remains an integral & important part of their business, and Linnea’s Lights® will forever be an environmentally mindful company. Linnea’s Lights® candles combine natural soy wax, lead-free cotton candlewicks, pure essences and fine fragrances to create clean burning, perfectly scented and highly aromatic candles. Each candle is triple scented so the subtle fragrance keeps throughout the entire burn. All of Linnea’s Lights® natural soy candles are meticulously hand-poured in small batches and tested for quality assurance. Every step of the process involves the use of human hands, and each candle is packaged and designed locally in Indiana with recycled or recyclable materials.

Oak Forest Candles





Oak Forest Design, in Sonoma California, produces Premium Handmade Glittering Beeswax Candles from natural, 100 percent pure beeswax. These elegant seasonal candles come in 32 Classic and 15 Metallic colors, and make unique gifts, fabulous holiday home decor, and gorgeous wedding centerpieces.



Oak Forest Design Candles come in three Candle Designs, Glittering Tapers in 3 sizes, Glittering Pillars in 3 sizes, and our Famous Glittering Trio Sets in 2 sizes. 100 Percent Pure Beeswax Candles are known to burn cleaner than other candle types. Our Glittering Beeswax Candles provide hours of memorable elegant beauty, and are a Unique Wine Country specialty. Oak Forest Design Candles are known for our Fabulous Seasonal Color Palette, running from Fresh Pastels, to rich, Glistening Fall Tones, and Festive Holiday and Wedding Classics, all glowing with our golden sparkling touch.



Oak Forest Design Glittering Beeswax Candles are the definitive choice for elegant dining and unique holiday home decor. Ourcandles make the perfect Natural Wine Country Gift for use in Holiday Baskets, Corporate and Hostess Gifts, Special Personal Gifts, and Unique Party and Wedding Favors.

The History

Located in the scenic Wine Country of Northern California, Oak Forest Design, established in 1994, produces the finest handmade 100 percent pure beeswax candle products available We strive to marry the highest quality materials in a wide range of colors to the highest quality craftsmanship. We take pride in producing the "original glittering beeswax candle."

The Candles

Consisting of 32 lush colors of 100% natural Beeswax in 2 shapes - taper candles and pillar Candles, which are available in 3 sizes each - tapers (of 1 " diameter) packaged in 8" , 10" , and 12" pairs, and pillars ( of 3" diameter ) packaged singly in 4" , 6" , 8" sizes. Oak Forest tapers come packaged in pairs in the following sizes 8" , 10" , and 12". Available in 32 beautiful natural and glitter colors and also in 15 metallic colors. Because of their soft wax they can be gently squeezed at the base to accommodate a variety of holder sizes, so they can fit all types of candle sticks.

The Pillar Candles

Available in graduated heights of 4" , 6" , and 8" in a 3" diameter, the pillar candles compliment every seasonal table arrangement. Make a striking statement on mantles And side tables as well as fabulous eye catching center pieces. Available in 32 beautiful natural and glitter colors and also in 15 metallic colors.

NEW! 2" X 2" Votive Candles

Votives are the most practical candles in the candle collection, their burn time outlasts tealights and their size allow them to be placed in smaller glass jars and containers. They can be transported in large quantities making them perfect for a wedding or special event. These candles are available in a Boxed Set Of 2 - Available in 10 Glitter colors. Approx. Burn Time: 3 hrs.

Elegant Packaging

The new elegant packaging consists of beautiful clear acrylic boxes with gold stamped borders, logo and finished with a gold oak leaf emblem.

Oak Forest has been one of our clients favorite event and holiday candles, more colors and pricing at Salal Floral facebook. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tulalip-WA/Salal-Floral/76024141305