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Spring Flower Demonstrations
Tuesday 23 & Thursday 25 September 2008, 12.30-1.30pm
QVB, George Street, Sydney
Spring has sprung at last, and we're celebrating with our annual Spring Flower Demonstrations at QVB, George Street, Sydney. Come along and watch one of our talented floral designers show you how easy it can be to create beautiful arrangements for your own home.
"It was so much more than just a demo – art, history, entertainment and education all in 45 minutes!" commented one attendee at last year's event.
Free to attend, booking essential, please call the QVB Concierge on (02) 9265 6864 or 9265 6869 for reservations.
Open Day - Pearsons School of Floristry
Saturday 11 October 2008, 12-3.30pm, Darlinghurst
Ever wondered if floristry is for you? Come along to Pearsons award-winning school on Saturday 11 October!
The Open Day is a great opportunity to find out about floristry courses and careers, meet the school team and see the facilities. There will also be a book sale and special offers on flowers.
There will be inspiring flower design demonstrations and, you can view current students' competiion work and vote for your favourite designs in the People's Choice Award.
It's free to attend but booking is essential. Call 9550 7755 or book online.
Lost Gardens of Sydney Exhibition
09 August - 30 November 2008
The Lost gardens of Sydney exhibition explores Sydney’s rich and diverse gardening heritage. It traces the rise and fall of a number of Sydney gardens and garden styles, from the native bush and significant early colonial gardens, to nurseries and the gardens of the rising middle class, to the small domestic gardens of the inter-war years, to corporate roof-top gardens and threatened gardens of today.
The Historic Houses Trust is giving you the chance to win one of five double passes to see the new Lost Gardens of Sydney exhibition opening at the Museum of Sydney on 9 August. Simply email your name and contact details to competition@hht.net.au with "Pearsons Florist" in the subject line. Only winners will be contacted.
For more information see www.hht.net.au There is also an accompanying publication available online at http://shop.hht.net.au/site/Home/Catalogue.aspx?productid=7dcf216a25144310
Visit Pearsons at ESP Sydney
2 & 3 July 2008
ESP is the event for EAs and PAs at Sydney Exhibition Centre. Come and see us on stand 63 and enter our competition to WIN beatiful flowers, or a 5-week Introduction to Floristry Course.
For more information visit www.espevent.com.au
Did you know flowers improve emotional wellbeing?
June 2008
It has long been known that everyone loves to receive flowers and now research conducted at Rutgers, State University of New Jersey, shows that the presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, heightens feelings of life satisfaction and affects social behaviour in a positive manner.
What's more, according to scientific research by NASA, indoor plants can have a positive impact on our health by reducing stress, absorbing chemical pollutants in the air and converting carbon dioxide into oxygen.
Spread health and happiness! Brighten someone's day with our special internet offers for June!
Introducting Pearsons NEW Designer Collection...
May 2008
Celebrating something special and want to send a gift that really makes an impression? Look no further than Pearsons new Designer Collection.
Pearsons Designer Collection has been developed by our talented international team of floral designers.
Bringing experience and inspiration from Europe, Asia and Australia, we have created a range of extra special designs with real 'wow-factor.'
Pictured above: Indulgence. To see the full Designer Collection click here.
Congratulations Pat & Les Foley!
19 May 2008
On this day in 1948, Pat and Les Foley of Maroubra walked down the aisle at All Saints Church in Woollahra. Pat's wedding bouquet from Pearsons Florist containted orchids and hyacinths.
Pearsons Florist wish Pat and Les many congratulations on reaching their 60th wedding anniversary today.
ANZ MyEvent function
23 April 2008
Pearsons Florist was invited by ANZ to meet the company's event managers and to present some of our floral designs and services.
Lucky door prize winners Isabelle Lyttle and Amanda McCaffery from ANZ - pictured below - received beautiful flowers from Pearsons Florist's business development manager Marcel Nguyen.
Mother's Day Flowers - make mum smile!
Sunday 11 May 2008
All Mums deserve a treat on Mother's Day so mark this very important date in your diary today and order beautiful mother's day flowers for your mum - or any mum you know.
Pearsons have the very best quality flowers and gorgeous designs that are guaranteed to make her smile! Check out our full range of mother's day flowers here. Does your mum live outside Sydney? Not a probelm - Pearsons deliver throughout Sydney, Australia and world-wide!
Our Mother's Day selection includes NEW floral arrangements from Pearsons Designer Collection. These extra special floral designs are the creations of our leading international team of florists. Inspriration for the Designer Collection comes from contemporary European floral fashion, the markets of France, and the luxury spas of the world! Would you mum enjoy a French Market Basket? Or perhaps she would love a luxurious display like Indulgence or Sanctuary?
For a gift with a difference, buy a voucher for Pearsons School of Floristry's special Mother's Day workshop, 'Working with Vases.' You and your mum (or friend, or relative) will enjoy 2 hours of quality creative time together as you indulge your love of flowers under expert tuition. And, you will take home your creations at the end of the class! This special Mother's Day workshop is on Wednesday 14 May, from 6pm to 8pm.
For details and booking, click here or call Pearsons School of Floristry on 02 9550 7755.
For beautiful Mother's Day Flowers from Pearsons Florist, click here.
Office Professionals Day
2 May 2008
Don't miss the opportunity to celebrate the office professionals who work so hard to keep the wheels of Australian industry turning!
Friday 2 May is Office Professioanls Day and flowers are the perfect way to say 'Thank You' to your office manager, secretary or personal assistant. Or why not order a delicious gourmet hamper to share with your whole office team!
Meet Candice - Florist and student at Pearsons School of Floristry
3 April 2008
Candice is a talented student at Pearsons School of Floristry who also works as a florist at Pearsons Sydney stores. Click here to watch a video of Candice talking about her floristry work and studies.
Taken from an interview with Candice, now showing on SkillsOne TV (Foxtel Channel 183)...
"Finally Candice Thomas has a smile on her face! From hospitality to childcare to health science our talent has had almost every job under the sun… But, gee was she miserable until she found floristry! Before working with flowers, she found all her other jobs boring and hated the office environment. Initially unsure about pursuing floristry as it was a massive career change, motivation from her husband was enough to drive her, and she has not looked back! We meet with Candice in the classroom at Pearsons where she is learning her skills, and we have a chat with her about the course and the direction she is heading. She also shows us how to make a bouquet!"
Click here to watch the video.
Let's Celebrate Easter!
21-24 March 2008
Why should kids have all the fun at Easter? Pearsons can deliver extra special Easter flowers and chocolate treats for grown-ups!
Pamper someone special with beautiful blooms, luxury chocolates and champagne - Celebration from $195.
Or why not send an Easter Flower Box with Chocolate Eggs? Beautiful fresh flowers and premium chocolate eggs make the perfect Easter gift! From $99.
Happy Easter from all at Pearsons Florist.
Propose-to-Him Day
29 February 2008
Attention all females who have been patiently awaiting a marriage proposal... Friday 29 February is a leap day, traditionally a day when women can propose to men!
The tradition is said to originate in 5th century Ireland, but is certainly alive and well today. If Propose-to-Him Day is just the excuse you have been looking for, send some love and pop the question!
For 'leaplings' - those born on leap day - it is a rare and special chance to celebrate brithdays!
Share the Love: Valentines Day...
14 February 2008
Lovers all over the world will celebrate romance on Thursday 14 February 2008 - Valentines Day.
Check out Pearsons exclusive Valentines Day range by clicking here. Red roses are sure to impress when elegantly presented in the new and exclusive Pearsons box.
Highly recommended Valentines Day gifts include:
- Fever - Boxed long stemmed red roses by the dozen
- Heart of Gold - Boxed premium red roses with Moet & Chandon Champagne plus luxury chocolates (Pictured below)
- Cupid's Arrow - Boxed single red rose with glass vase
For our full Valentines Day range click here.
Pearsons Florist will be delivering the highest quality imported, Columbian and local Australian red roses, Moet & Chandon French champagne & chocolates, beautiful coloured roses, tropical orchids and fresh seasonal flowers to Sydney, throughout Australia and all over the world this Valentines Day!
To order your Valentines Day roses and flowers online click here or call 02 9550 7777.
Order early to ensure your Valentines rose and flower delivery on this very special day - click here for delivery details and mark Valentines Day, Thursday 14 February 2008, in your diary today!
7 February 2008
The Chinese year of 4706 begins on Thursday 7 February 2008. Flowers are the perfect gift to spread good fortune and prosperity to your family, friends and colleagues this Chinese New Year!
The colour red is thought to drive away bad luck so send beautiful red flowers in a Confidence bouquet or Sublime modern vase arrangement.
Send wishes for a lucky year ahead with a long lasting Lucky Bamboo Plant. Or celebrate in style with a delicious Gourmet Hamper in an exclusive Pearsons lucky red box!
Sydney’s Chinese New Year Festival is billed as the largest celebration of the Lunar New Year outside Asia and includes dragon boat racing, a lantern parade and Chinatown markets. Check out the program of over 50 special events by clicking here.
To order flowers for your own Chinese New Year celebration event, call 9550 7777 or email sales@pearsonsflorist.com.au.
Budding Florists Prepare for a Blooming New Year!
14 December 2007
What do a nurse, an investment banker, a teacher, a secretary and a chef all have in common? They are among students about to embark on a challenging, exhilarating and colourful course that could change their lives forever.
Early in 2008, Sydney’s next generation of florists will start learning from the experts at Pearsons award-wining school. Their studies will include learning the names and origins of hundreds of flower and plant species, the principles of great design, visits to the flower markets, and – most importantly – time perfecting their hands-on floristry skills.
As part of the renowned Pearsons Florist, the school draws on more than 35 years experience gained running nine stunning Sydney stores, and provides a unique real-life learning environment. Best of all, the Pearsons course is fast-tracked, so students can become work-ready florists – with a nationally recognised qualification – in just one day per week, over one year.
Many graduates of Pearsons School of Floristry have gone on to achieve their dream of working with beautiful flowers every day; you can find Pearsons graduates working in flower shops throughout Australia, and all over the world. Others have created award-winning floristry businesses of their own, or simply enjoy creating floral designs at home, for family and friends.
Wherever floristry takes the Pearsons class of 2008, they will all share a passion for flowers that will last a lifetime. For those considering a career in floristry, the school holds regular information sessions. For details call 9550 7755 or visit www.pearsonsschool.com.au
Traineeships at Pearsons School of Floristry
5 December 2007
Pearsons School of Floristry is excited to announce that traineeships are now available.
As an incentive to employers, government funding of up to $4,000 is available towards course fees for Pearsons Commercial Design Certificate, incorporating Certificate III in Retail Floristry (WRF30104).
Classes start in February and July 2008, so don't delay! For more information and to find out how to apply for a traineeship, contact the school today on 02 9550 7755 or school@pearsonsflorist.com.au, or visit www.pearsonsschool.com.au
Pearsons Florist Spreads Melbourne Cup Fever for a Good Cause
6 November 2007
A Cancer Council supporter of nearly 20 years, Pearsons Florist is gearing up to spread Melbourne Cup fever on Tuesday November 6, whilst joining in the fight against cancer.
For a gold coin donation, Pearsons Florist stores across Sydney will be providing a buttonhole flower for customers to wear on race day. Stores are located in Bondi Junction, Broadway, Chatswood Chase, Darlinghurst, Met Centre, MLC Centre, Queen Victoria Building, Rhodes and Warringah Mall.
Jo Ramdeen, Marketing Manager at Pearsons Florist, said "This is just another way that we can join in the fight against cancer and assist in the Cancer Council’s mission to defeat this vicious disease.
"Cancer touches so many people, so we want to do everything we can to reduce the incidence of the disease in Sydney," added Ms Ramdeen.
"Every little bit helps, and we are hoping that with lots of small donations from racing fans across Sydney, we can help make a difference in the lives of people suffering from cancer," Ms Ramdeen added.
All donations received towards the buttonhole on Melbourne Cup Day will be donated to The Cancer Council NSW.
"Around 30,000 people in New South Wales will be diagnosed with cancer this year so it is important that we try and do everything to reduce this number," said Kathryn Sell, Community Relations Coordinator for The Cancer Council’s Sydney Metropolitan office.
"All funds raised from Pearsons Florist will contribute directly to The Cancer Council’s initiatives in cancer research, education, information, advocacy and patient support services including The Cancer Council Helpline (13 11 20) which takes over 22,000 calls per year.
"I would like to encourage all local residents to pop down to their local Pearsons Florist to get in the spirit of Melbourne Cup Day and join our fight against cancer," added Kathryn.
Visit your local Pearsons store on Tuesday 6 November to make your donation and collect your flower. Click here for store locations.
Pearsons Florist Broadway Goes Pink!
19 October 2007
Broadway Shopping Centre celebrated Pink Ribbon Day on Friday 19th October and to get behind this fabulous cause Pearsons Florist Broadway went pink for the day!
The National Breast Cancer Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Day aims to provide support to the many women affected by breast cancer each year by raising money for research and education programs.
Customers visiting Pearsons Florist Broadway on Friday 19th October discovered a beautiful display of pink flowers and – for one day only – Pearsons Florist Broadway donated 50% of all pink flower purchases to Pink Ribbon Day.
What’s more, Broadway Shopping Centre will match the money raised by Pearsons on the day, making the donations go even further, and raising a grand total of $1,315.00
Pearsons Florist Broadway
Shop G22 Ground Floor
Broadway Shopping Centre
1 Bay Street
Broadway NSW 2007
Pearsons Spring Floral Demonstrations at QVB
9 & 10 October 2007
Pearsons School of Floristry - NSW State Finalists in Training Awards!
25 September 2007
Pearsons School of Floristry (PSF) was recently announced as a finalist in the 2007 NSW Department for Education & Training Awards. The prestigious annual awards recognise outstanding achievement in the vocational education and training sector. PSF was a finalist in the Small Training Provider of the Year award category.
"Being a finalist in the awards is a great honour for our school and a testament to the dedication and commitment of our trainers and students," commented school director Barbara Pollak.
Pearsons School of Floristry was founded in 1997 and is a division of Pearsons Florist. The school draws on the industry knowledge and almost 40 years experience of Pearsons nine Sydney stores. The school offers an innovative, fast-tracked professional floristry course, allowing students to become work-ready florists in just one day per week over one year. Many of the school’s graduates have gone on to become award-winning florists themselves.
The school also offers recreational courses and workshops, so anybody can let their creative passion bloom! For more information, contact Pearsons School of Floristry on 02 9550 7755 or visit www.pearsonsschool.com.au
What a blooming great prize!
September 2007
Imagine having stunning flowers from Pearsons Florist arriving at your door every month for a whole year! For Megan from Campsie, this dream came true!
Throughout September, Pearsons customers had the chance to enter a lucky draw to win flowers every month for a year. Congratulations to Megan from all at Pearsons, and we look forward to delighting you with beautiful flowers over the coming 12 months!
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