The Flower Blog

As we approach the grand finale of our 65 Days of Summer Anniversary celebration, we’re thrilled to announce an exclusive Flash Sale that you won’t want to miss!

🗓️ Mark Your Calendar:   Friday and Saturday, August 23-24

⏰ Time: 8 AM - 6 PM

📍 Location: Gillespie Florists - 9255 W 10TH ST. INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46234 

This weekend, our store transforms into a treasure trove of unbeatable deals and never-before-seen items. Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect:

• Stunning Household Decor: Refresh your space with unique pieces that add charm and elegance.
• One-of-a-Kind Giftware: Perfect for finding that special gift for friends and family.
• Elegant Silk Arrangements: Beautifully crafted arrangements that last a lifetime.
• Stylish Containers: Ideal for showcasing your favorite blooms or as a chic addition to your home decor.
• Essential Floral Supplies: Everything you need to create your own floral masterpieces.
• Holiday Items: An assortment of holiday related items.
• And So Much More!

Whether you’re looking to spruce up your home, find the perfect gift, or stock up on floral supplies, our Flash Sale has something for everyone. It’s our biggest sale of the year, so come early to snag the best deals!

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate with us and save big. We look forward to seeing you this weekend!

Little Sprouts: DIY Flowers & Plants for Young Gardeners & Designers

Saturday, August 3, 11 AM - 3 PM 

Calling all budding gardeners and flower enthusiasts! Little Sprouts is hosting a fun-filled event where your kids can get hands-on with all things plants and flowers!

As we continue to celebrate our anniversary with our 65 Days of Summer festivities, we welcome everyone to join us for an exciting afternoon. This is a chance for kids of all ages to get their hands on some plants and flowers, get some treats and enjoy the day getting up close experience with all that happens at a flower shop. So before the school season kicks in, bring the family for a day filled with refreshments, giveaways, and more!

We welcome everyone, regardless of age, to partake in the festivities. Even if you don't have kids, you're still invited to join us. Pets are also welcome!  

65 Days of Summer - Little Sprouts Activities:

• Yummy Treats: Enjoy refreshing lemonade, tea, and delicious cookies!  
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  Balloon Bonanza: Each child gets their own colorful balloon to take home! 
• Design Your Own Plant: Learn all about plants and create a mini garden masterpiece with potting, trimming, and decorating (plants stay with Gillespie Florists, but can be purchased for a blooming souvenir!) 
• Sunshine Bouquet Workshop: Kids will become flower masters, crafting a beautiful wrapped bouquet they get to keep! 
• Cool Tattoos: Temporary tattoos with a floral flair will add a touch of fun to their day.  
• Secret Store Tour: Embark on a mini adventure behind the scenes to see how flowers go from shop to doorstep. 
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  South Bend Chocolate Challenge: Taste delicious treats from the local South Bend Chocolate Company!  
• Flower Power Science: Learn the magic of flower food - how to mix it and why it keeps their blooms vibrant for longer.  
• Flower Power Show: See the transformation of flowers from boxed arrivals to beautiful blooms, prepped and ready to brighten someone's day.  
• Strike a Pose: Capture the day with a fun photo op in our selfie station!  

Join us in celebrating 65 years of beautiful blooms and exceptional service. Enter today for your chance to win and be a part of our anniversary festivities!

Entering is easy! There's no purchase necessary, just follow these steps:

1. Gather your info:

   • Have your name, phone number, address, and email address handy (all information required for entry).

2. Choose your entry method:

   • Text: Send your information to our shop phone at (317) 509-0668.
   • Email: Send your information to gillespieflorists@gmail.com.
   • In Store: Fill out an entry form next time you're at the store.

That's it! We'll use this information to contact the winner and deliver their prize directly.

Don't miss out! Entries close on September 3rd, 2024. Good luck!

Use of Information:

By entering the Gillespie Florists 65th Anniversary Raffle, you agree to receive promotional communications from Gillespie Florists, including but not limited to, emails, text messages, and direct mail. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time.

Eligibility:

This raffle is open to legal residents of Indiana who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Void where prohibited. Employees of Gillespie Florists and their immediate families are not eligible to enter.

Entry Period:

The raffle entry period begins on July 1, 2024, and ends on September 3, 2024.

Selection of Winner:

One winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries on or about September 6, 2024. The winner will be contacted by phone and/or email using the information provided in their entry.

Prize:

The prize is a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card. No substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent of the prize will be allowed.

General Conditions:

Gillespie Florists reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the raffle at any time without notice. By entering the raffle, participants agree to be bound by these official rules and regulations.

Show Us Your Summer Style with Gillespie Florists! Win a $65 Gift Card!

Calling all flower lovers! We're celebrating summer with a photo contest on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Here's how to join the fun and win a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card:

1. Snap a Pic:

• • Grab a photo of yourself with gorgeous flowers, unique gifts, or anything you got from Gillespie Florists.
  • Don't be camera shy! You can just show off our products, include a group of friends, or even feature your furry companion with our blooms - get creative!

2. Share it with Us:

• • Publicly post your photo on our Facebook page, tweet it to us, or share it on Instagram.
  • Make sure to use the hashtag #65DAYSOFSUMMER and tag our account:

• • • Facebook: @GillespieFlorists (https://www.facebook.com/gillespieflorists/)
    • Twitter: @gillespiefloris
    • Instagram: gillespieflorists

• • Tag yourself and anyone else in the picture.

3. Private Account? No Problem!

• • Don't have a public account? Email your photo to gillespieflorists@gmail.com with "ATTN: Social Media Contest Entry" in the subject line. Include your name and contact information.
  • We'll add your entry to our "65 Days of Summer Contest Album" on Facebook.

4. Get Your Fans Cheering!

• • Once your photo is in the contest album, ask your friends and family to "Like" and comment on it to show their love!

5. The Winner Takes All!

• • After summer ends on September 4th, 2024, we'll tally up the "Likes" and comments on all entries. The photo with the MOST engagement wins!
  • We'll announce the winning summer snap on Facebook around September 6, 2024, so stay tuned!

Ready to share your summer style and win a $65 gift card? Get clicking!

Gillespie Florists 65 Days of Summer Contest - Official Rules

Eligibility:

• This contest is open to legal residents of Indiana who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry.
• Employees of Gillespie Florists and their immediate families are not eligible to enter.
• Void where prohibited.

Entry Period:

• The contest entry period begins on July 1 and ends on September 4th, 2024, at 11:59 PM EST.

How to Enter:

• There are two ways to enter:

• • Public Social Media Entry: Publicly post a photo on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram that features flowers, gifts, or other products from Gillespie Florists. Include the hashtag #65DAYSOFSUMMER and tag the appropriate Gillespie Florists account (as listed above). Tag yourself and anyone else in the photo.
  • Private Account Entry: If your social media account is private, email your photo to gillespieflorists@gmail.com with "ATTN: Social Media Contest Entry" in the subject line. Include your name and contact information in the email. Gillespie Florists will add your entry to the "65 Days of Summer Contest Album" on Facebook.

• Multiple entries are allowed, but each entry must be unique and will be treated as individual entries.

Selection of Winner:

• On or about September 6th, 2024, Gillespie Florists will determine the winner by tallying the total number of "Likes" and comments received on each entry in the "65 Days of Summer Contest Album" on Facebook. The entry with the highest combined total of "Likes" and comments will be declared the winner.
• In the case of a tie, a random drawing will be conducted to select the winner from among the tied entries.

Prize:

• The winner will receive a $65.00 gift card to Gillespie Florists.
• No substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent of the prize will be allowed.

General Conditions:

• By entering the contest, participants agree to be bound by these official rules and regulations.
• Gillespie Florists reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the contest at any time without notice.
• Gillespie Florists reserves the right to disqualify any entry that does not comply with these official rules or that Gillespie Florists deems to be inappropriate or offensive.
• Entrants grant Gillespie Florists the non-exclusive right to use, publish, and display their contest entry photos (including the participant's name and likeness) for promotional purposes in any media without further compensation.
• Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are not sponsors of this contest and are not affiliated with Gillespie Florists.

Winner Announcement:

• The winner will be announced on Facebook on or about September 9th, 2024.
• The winner will also be contacted directly by Gillespie Florists using the contact information provided in their entry.

Dive into Fun with Gillespie Florists: Celebrating 65 Years with a Dog Pool Party!

As Gillespie Florists commemorates 65 years of bringing beauty and joy to Indianapolis and its surrounding communities, we’re excited to invite you to a unique and delightful celebration! To mark this special milestone, we're hosting a Dog Pool Party on Saturday, July 13th.

Join us for an afternoon of splashing, wagging tails, and fun in the sun with our beloved four-legged friends. Whether you have a pup who loves to swim or just want to join in on the festivities, this event is open to everyone – including kids and those without pets.

Celebrate with us as we honor 65 wonderful years in business with an event that promises to be as joyful and heartwarming as the flowers we provide. Bring your dogs, your family, and your friends, and let's make a splash together!

Dog Pool Party Event

Saturday, July 13, 2024  1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

• Pool Party:  3-4 kiddie pools for the dogs to play in!

• Refreshment Station: Cookies, lemonade, tea, and dog treats

• Balloon Station:  1 free latex balloon, variety of colors available

• Selfie station:  Pose with your pup for a fun photo!

Photos of last year's similar event:

For 65 wonderful years, Gillespie Florists has been honored to be a part of the Indianapolis community, spreading beauty and joy through our beautiful floral arrangements and gifts. As we commemorate this milestone, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers and the vibrant communities we serve.

To celebrate this remarkable achievement, we are thrilled to announce our 65 Days of Summer celebration! From July 1, 2024, to September 3, 2024, we have planned a series of exciting events and activities.

See our schedule of events below as well as additional information regarding our planned festivities. Whether you’re a long-time customer or new to Gillespie Florists, our 65 Days of Summer is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic that has helped make us your go-to florist for over six decades.

65 Days of Summer Specials and Events (valid July 1 - September 3)

• 65th Anniversary Raffle: Celebrate our 65th anniversary by entering our raffle! One lucky winner will receive a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card. To enter, provide your name, phone number, address, and email address. You can enter electronically by texting the shop phone (317-509-0668) or emailing (gillespieflorists@gmail.com). Learn more about our 65 Anniversary Raffle.

• Coupon Code: Enjoy a discount of $6.50 off any order with the coupon code 65YEARS. Restrictions apply: cannot be combined with other offers, and there is a minimum purchase of $30.

• Social Media Contest: Participate in the Gillespie Florists 65 Days of Summer Contest! Post a snapshot of flowers or giftware from Gillespie Florists on our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with the hashtag #65DAYSOFSUMMER and tag Gillespie Florists. Make sure your post is public and tag yourself and anyone else in the photo. We will add your entry to our "65 Days of Summer Contest Album." Encourage your friends and family to "Like" and comment on your photo. The post with the most likes and comments by the end of the contest will win a $65 Gillespie Florists gift card! Contest ends September 4th, 2024. Winners will be announced on Facebook. Learn more about our social media contest
  • Facebook
  • Twitter/X: @gillespiefloris
  • Instagram: @gillespieflorists

• Senior Citizens Day: Seniors 65 years and older receive a 20% discount every Wednesday during the promotional period. Restrictions apply: cannot be combined with other offers, and there is a minimum purchase of $30.

Weekly Promotions 

• Happy Hour Specials:  Weeknight (Monday - Friday) carry out specials, 4-6 p.m. Product will change weekly. Visit our social media posts or call 317-273-1100 for the current weeknight special. 

• BOGO Weekend Specials:  Weekend only carry out specials. Product will change weekly. Visit our social media posts or call 317-273-1100 for the current weekend special. 

Community Events (Select weekends only)

• Dog Pool Party: Join us to celebrate Minnie & Evie’s Birthday with a Doggie Pool Party- Saturday, July 13th:  1:00-2:00 pm Learn more about our Dog Pool Party

• Kids Day/Open House Party - Saturday, August 3rd: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Additional information about activities will be updated soon.

• Holiday Sales:  4th of July Sale - 20% off storewide; restrictions apply; dates of sale July 1-7.  Labor Day Sale - 20% off storewide; restrictions apply; dates of sale August 31-September 3. Sale excludes: Any fresh flower, plants and any serviced product.  

• 3 Wings & A Prayer Food Truck:  July 20th from 11am - 7pm 

Stay tuned for more details and mark your calendars for a summer filled with flowers, fun, and celebration!

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!!

UPDATE!!! We are now in the second phase of the contest!

Exciting News! Pearl is getting ready to welcome a sister who will be hanging around with her at the store! She is an English bulldog puppy and will soon be with the Gillespie Florists Family! Finding the perfect name can be a long and arduous process so we are going to speed it up by holding a contest of names! Here's how it works.

Post a snapshot of you and another person wearing flowers from Gillespie Florists on our Facebook Page, Twitter or Instagram and get the chance to be crowned the Gillespie Florists Prom King & Queen!

 Here's how it Works:

 ·          Take a snapshot of you and your date wearing Gillespie's Flowers.

·          Post it on our Wall or use #GFPROM2018 - make sure it’s a public post!

·          Tag your self in the photo as well as anyone else in the picture.

·          We'll put it in our "Prom King & Queen Contest Album 2017".

·          Ask your friends/family to "Like" your photo or post positive comments on your photo once it has
           been added to the album.

·          One week after the end of Prom Season, we will tally up the "Likes" and Comments and whoever has 
           the most WINS!

What do you get if you win?

The Queen will be crowned with a tiara and flowers and both King and Queen will be awarded a $25.00 Gift Card to Gillespie Florists!

And don't forget, Bragging Rights!

Contest ends May 20th, 2017. Winners will be announced on Facebook May 23rd!

Post to our Social Media Pages!

Gillespie Florists Facebook Page

Twitter:    @gillespiefloris

Instagram:    gillespieflorists

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