DIY St. Patrick's Day Bouquet Workshop!

Celebrate Women's Month with Flowers! 

Join us for a fun and festive DIY St. Patrick's Day Floral Design Class! Get your hands dirty and unleash your inner florist! 

What to Expect:

• Learn from an experienced designer from Gillespie Florists!
• Create a stunning St. Patrick's Day bouquet you can take home.
• Choose your own container and work with fresh, beautiful flowers.
• Master essential floral design techniques.
• Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience!

Class Details:

• Date: Saturday, March 15th
• Time: 2:00 PM
• Location: Gillespie Florists, 9255 W 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46234

How to Register (Limited Spots!):

• To secure your spot, visit our website!
• Select "Gillespie Florists & Flower Delivery" under "In Store Pickup".
• Choose "March 15, 2025" as your "Pick-Up Date".
• select 2pm as your pick up time.
• Continue to checkout!

Important Note: Due to the use of sharp tools, participants must be 18 years or older.

Questions? Call us at 317-273-1100!

Let's create some St. Patrick's Day magic together!  

Don't have time to do the workshop? We'll be happy to create a St. Patrick's Day Bouquet for you!

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Deck the Halls with Deals! The Sale Before CHRISTMAS is Here!

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to spread cheer than with amazing savings? Get ready to jingle all the way to our store because The Sale Before CHRISTMAS is upon us! From December 18th to 24th, it's your chance to score incredible deals on all your holiday wish list items and more.

Unwrap 25% off every corner of Christmas:

• Deck the halls: Trim your tree and adorn your home with festive flair. All Christmas décor is 25% off, from sparkling ornaments to twinkling light up figurines.

• Gifts that give joy: Shower your loved ones with delightful surprises. Any giftware, from cozy throws and charming trinkets to chic vases, is 25% off.

• Cuddle up and cozy down: Make someone's winter extra warm and cuddly with our 25% off plush sale. Snuggle-worthy stuffed animals and throw blankets await!

• Silk surprises: Stock up on artificial flowers that make life brighter, like silk Christmas centerpieces and outdoor wreaths, all at 25% off. Plus, treat yourself to cemetery saddles and cemetery cans to remember your loved ones.

• Light the way, scent the air: Create a warm and inviting atmosphere with 25% off candles and other delightful home fragrance items.

But wait, there's more!

• Don't forget the last-minute gifts: Everyday gift items are also 25% off, perfect for those unexpected stockings to fill or impromptu gift exchanges.

• Holiday Cheer at Every Corner: This sale doesn't include fresh flowers and plants, but we have tons of festive décor and gift items to keep your holiday spirits high! Get ready to deck the halls and fill stockings with joy.

• As is, with love: Serviced products (those requiring alterations or changes) are also excluded from the sale, but everything else is up for grabs!

• Shop in-store for non-delivery delights: Unfortunately, sale items cannot be delivered, so come on down and soak up the holiday cheer while you shop!

Restrictions may apply, so visit our store for complete details and let our friendly staff answer any questions you might have. Don't miss your chance to deck the halls, stock up on gifts, and treat yourself to some holiday goodies at The Sale Before CHRISTMAS! We can't wait to see you there!

Call us at 317.273.1100 for more information and let the merry shopping begin!

Don't have time to come in and shop? No Worries! We got you covered! Shop online for delivery in the Indianapolis area and surrounding communities! We'll be accepting orders until Noon on December 24th for same day delivery!

Dancing and flowers are both beautiful and enjoyable activities that can have a positive impact on our mental health. In fact, there are many parallels between the two that can help us improve our well-being.

Parallel #1: Both dancing and flowers can help us express ourselves.

Dancing allows us to move our bodies in ways that express our emotions. Whether we're dancing to express joy, sadness, anger, or anything in between, dancing can be a powerful form of self-expression. Flowers, on the other hand, come in a variety of colors and shapes, each of which can represent a different emotion. For example, red roses are often associated with love, while yellow roses are associated with friendship.

Parallel #2: Both dancing and flowers can help us connect with nature.

Dancing outdoors can help us feel more connected to the natural world. The fresh air, the sunshine, and the sound of birdsong can all help us relax and de-stress. Flowers are also a part of nature, and they can help us feel more grounded and at peace. Studies have shown that spending time in nature can have a number of benefits for mental health, including reducing stress, anxiety, and depression.

Parallel #3: Both dancing and flowers can help us reduce stress.

Dancing releases endorphins, which have mood-boosting effects. Endorphins are natural painkillers that can help to reduce stress and anxiety. Flowers can also help reduce stress by providing us with a sense of beauty and tranquility. Studies have shown that looking at flowers can help to lower blood pressure and heart rate, and it can also help to improve our mood.

Parallel #4: Both dancing and flowers can help us improve our mood.

Dancing can help us feel more energized and positive. When we dance, our bodies release endorphins, which have mood-boosting effects. Flowers can also help improve our mood by simply being beautiful to look at. Studies have shown that looking at flowers can help to increase positive emotions and decrease negative emotions.

Parallel #5: Both dancing and flowers can help us connect with others.

Dancing can be a social activity that allows us to connect with other people. Whether we're dancing with friends, family, or even strangers, dancing can be a great way to build relationships and feel more connected to others. Flowers can also be a way to connect with others, as they can be given as gifts or used to decorate spaces. Studies have shown that spending time with others can help to reduce loneliness and isolation, and it can also help to improve our mood.

Dancing and flowers are both beautiful and enjoyable activities that can have a positive impact on our mental health. By incorporating more dancing and flowers into our lives, we can help to improve our mood, reduce stress, and connect with others.

If you're looking for ways to improve your mental health, consider trying dancing or spending more time with flowers. There are many different ways to get involved with dancing, so you're sure to find something that you enjoy. And if you're not sure where to start, check out our social media pages and our store for ideas!

Our "Spring Break" DIY Floral Design class is back for the Spring season!

If you like fresh spring flowers, design and learning DIY skills then sign up for this class today! In just two hours, Gillespie Florists Co-owner and experienced designer Pat Gillespie will guide you through the ins and outs of creating your very own Spring flower arrangement!
 

You have your choice of one of two classes!

Wednesday, March 15th, from 5-7pm 

Wednesday, March 15th, from 5-7pm 

at 9255 W 10th St, Indianapolis 46234

$50 per person. 8 Person Class Size.
Must be 18 years or older due to sharp instruments being used.

We have had an amazing time bringing back our DIY Floral Design classes last year, starting with Halloween, Thanksgiving, adding Christmas and now, Pat Gillespie is ready to lead this popular class for Spring. Mr. Gillespie has decades of experience in floral design and will be guiding you on this fun adventure with fresh flowers and your choice of container. Learning is part of the journey and Pat, as your guide, instructor and Dad-Joke extraordinaire will have you designing in no time with tips he's had ages to perfect. By the end of the two hours you will be bringing home a beautiful (arranged by you) creation and telling your friends and family about it so they can sign up for the next one! Check out these photos below. We had a great time designing Thanksgiving and Christmas arrangements with friends. Why not join in the fun?

So how about it? Sounds pretty good? Two hours, personalized instruction with a most experienced floral designer and $50 for materials including: holiday themed container, florals and accessories! Extra accessories available if you would like to add more to your creation.

Share the link with your friends and make a night of it! Class size is limited so don't wait too long.

You have the option to purchase a single spot OR a double spot for yourself and a friend!

Questions? Give us a call: 317.273.1100 and we can assist you. Hope to see you in class!

REGISTER ONLINE FOR 3/15 HERE!

REGISTER ONLINE FOR 3/29 HERE!

We started this contest in 2011 as a fun way for us to see the end result with our prom flowers. We enjoy making them so much and love seeing students pick up their flowers but hardly ever get to see these students all dolled up wearing said prom flowers!

I didn't even know if anyone would bother with entering the contest! Every year as I print the fliers for this I wonder if we'll get any contestants this year. But, year after year lots of students enter with tons of support from friends and family! Therefore I want to thank our contestants from this year and from years past for your support in Gillespie Florists by choosing us for your flower provider and for giving us the opportunity to see the end result of our work with your participation in our Prom King and Queen contest!  

We had some serious competition this year! It was exciting to see all the positive comments and "likes" from friends and family of contestants. Prom goers only needed to post their picture on our Facebook Business Page or they could use #GFPROM2019 on Instagram or twitter wearing our flowers! We then asked our social media followers to "Like" their favorite picture or make a positive comment about it to determine the winner. 

We tally all likes and comments from the original post from the contestant as well as the picture we post in the King & Queen album. We had several prom goers enter but there can be only one winner! 

And The Winner Is...

Valerie Harrell! Valerie posted for her son and his friend Kayla! They won with a total of 159 likes and comments! Valerie's son and Kayla will each get a $25.00 gift card to Gillespie Florists and Kayla will be crowned with a tiara and flowers!

Kayla was wearing our Gillespie's Special GFP7, a three white alstroemeria lily corsage with red leaves, red ribbon and silver bead sprays and her date was wearing a matching boutonniere!

We offer to send our customers pictures of their flowers before they pick up as a free service! Not everyone wants a picture before hand but the Harrell's did and that give us a chance to give you an up close look at the winning flowers! I love that they used alstroemeria lily flowers for Prom because it's a beautiful flower that isn't commonly used for Prom which makes it a unique choice!

This years tally was more difficult than previous years because some of the original submissions had privacy setting changes and were no longer visible for us to count likes/comments. We apologize if we missed some votes and remember for next year to keep your entry a public post until after the winner is announced!

Thanks to everyone who entered our Prom King & Queen Contest this year! We LOVE seeing everyone's pictures and hope to see you next year for #GFPROM2020!!

We started this contest in 2011 as a fun way for us to see the end result with our prom flowers. We enjoy making them so much and love seeing students pick up their flowers but hardly ever get to see these students all dolled up wearing said prom flowers!

I didn't even know if anyone would bother with entering the contest! Every year as I print the fliers for this I wonder if we'll get any contestants this year. But, year after year lots of students enter with tons of support from friends and family! Therefore I want to thank our contestants from this year and from years past for your support in Gillespie Florists by choosing us for your flower provider and for giving us the opportunity to see the end result of our work with your participation in our Prom King and Queen contest!  

We had some serious competition this year! It was exciting to see all the positive comments and "likes" from friends and family of contestants. Prom goers only needed to post their picture on our Facebook Place Page or they could use #GFPROM2018 on Instagram or twitter wearing our flowers! We then asked our social media followers to "Like" their favorite picture or make a positive comment about it to determine the winner. 

We tally all likes and comments from the original post from the contestant as well as the picture we post in the King & Queen album. We had several prom goers enter but there can be only one winner! 

And The Winner Is...

Deprece & Lyncoln(@Lyncoln.euphoria via Instagram) won with a total of 279 likes/comments! 
Deprece & Lyncoln each get a $25.00 gift card to Gillespie Florists and will be crowned with a tiara and flowers!

Deprece was wearing a three white mini carnation corsage with gold leaves, red ribbon and gold bead loops!
Lyncoln was waring a two white mini carnation boutonniere with gold leaves and a red french loop!

As a thank you, our Runner-ups will receive a $10.00 gift card each and each girl will receive a Sunshine bouquet! Just stop in the store, let us know you are a runner up!

Our Runner Ups are:

Ghayda Ashley & Brady- 230 likes/comments

We started this contest in 2011 as a fun way to us to see the end result with our Prom flowers. We enjoy making them so much and love seeing students pick up their flowers but hardly ever get to see these guys and gals all dolled up wearing said flowers! I didn't even know if anyone would bother with entering the contest! Honestly, every years as I print the fliers for this, I wonder if we'll get any contestants this year. But year after year, students surprise me with lots of entries and tons of support from friends and family! So, I want to thank our contestants from this year and from years past, for your support in Gillespie Florists by choosing us for your flower provider and for pleasantly surprising me each passing year with your participation!  

We had some serious competition this year! With more entrants than ever, it was exhilarating to see all the positive comments and "likes" from friends and family of contestants! 

Prom goers only needed to post their picture on our Facebook Place Page or they could use #GFPROM2017 on Instagram or twitter wearing our flowers! We then asked our social media followers to "Like" their favorite picture or make a positive comment about it to determine the winner. 

We tally all likes and comments from the original post from the contestant as well as the picture we post in the King & Queen album. 

We had several prom goers enter but there can be only one winner! 

And the Winner is...

Olivia Carnagua‎ & Aaron Raymond won with a total of 227 likes/comments! 

Olivia and Aaron each get a $25.00 gift card to Gillespie Florists and Olivia will be crowned with a tiara and flowers!

Olivia was wearing a three sweetheart rose wrist corsage in burgundy wine and black! Aaron was wearing a two sweetheart rose boutonniere! 

As a Thank you, Our Runners ups will receive a $10.00 gift card each and each girl will receive a Sunshine bouquet! Just stop in the store, let us know you are a runner up!

Our Runner Ups are:

Ashley Mata & Her date - 73 likes/comments