Holiday Party Floral Arrangments

Is there a holiday party you look forward to year after year? One filled with culinary treats and awe-inspiring holiday decorations? When the florist didn't return any phone calls, my mom mentioned to her friend that I used to be a florist. After my wholesale sources fell through with such short notice, I had to make it work with whatever I could pick up between grocery store bouquets and Costco bunches of flowers.

Oh what a difference it makes to have a flower cooler full of fresh stems. The white lilies were closed tight. The warm water and warm blow dryer did little to speed the blooming process. After a second trip to both stores for more flowers, I finished the 5 arrangements and delivered them with about an hour to spare before we needed to head out the door as guests for the party.