Tip of the Day: The Truth about Dripless Taper Candles

Over the years, I have taken many requests for dripless taper candles. Since, we do not carry any candles specifically labeled as dripless, I ...  Read more

Tip of the Day: How to translate ribbon width numbers into an actual measurement.

If you have ever wandered down our ribbon aisles, you will notice that some of the ribbon does not have an inch description for its width. Ins...  Read more

Tip of the Day: How many lights should I purchase for my Christmas tree?

First, let me say that there is no exact number for the lights that should go on a Christmas tree. This is due to the variability in how brigh...  Read more

Tip of the Day: DIY Halloween Cobwebs

Having worked in Shinoda Design Center warehouses for a quarter century now, I have learned a tip or two. I am not sure of this tip's origins. I ...  Read more

Tip of the Day: How long will a paper mache container hold water?

 Paper mache containers are primarily used as a liner for fresh flower arrangements to be dropped into containers that are not intended to hold wa...  Read more

Tip of the Day: Christmas Light Set Rule of Thumb

During the Christmas season, we are frequently asked, "How long is this set of Christmas lights?" If it is a standard strand of Christmas li...  Read more

Tip of the Day: How to Maximize the Life of Your Votive Candle

Votive candles usually have a rated life of 10 hours. Yet, oftentimes, they burn for far less. Here are a couple of tips to get the most out ...  Read more

Tip of Day: Design Master Sprays for Custom Color Poinsettias

Spray Design Master colors in a room temperature, well-ventilated area. Protect adjacent areas from overspray. Make sure blossom surface is...  Read more

Tip of the Day: Floral Tape

Are you familiar with the term floral tape? If not, floral tape is typically used in smaller floral arrangements such as boutinierres and corsages ...  Read more