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As it is approaching Christmas I thought we could look at the poinsettia

December 12th is the National Poinsettia Day celebrated in the US.

In the language of flowers the poinsettia stands for –    

• Wishing you every happiness and cheer

This flower is very appropriate for Christmas.

The poinsettia is everywhere at Christmas time, they certainly brighten up the place and look very festive. Some consider buying a poinsettia is as important as the traditional Christmas tree.

The story told is that a poor child wanted to offer a birthday gift to Jesus.  As he didn’t have any material gifts to give, he chose some plants from the side of the road and brought them to church as his offering. Many laughed and thought this was a terrible gift, but as he offered them to Jesus, the weeds bloomed into beautiful red flowers, as he offered the gift with his heart.

Here are some interesting facts about the Poinsettia

• They come in many shades and colours with over 100 varieties.

•  They can be tricky to grow as they need just the right amount of sunlight, heat and water.

• If they are given the care that they need, you can have them flower each year.

• When they are in bloom they have brightly coloured bracts – for example – red, pink, plum, white and so on … on the top of each stem.

• The flowers are the tiny yellow buds that are found in the centre of the bracts.

• For advice on how to cultivate and grow your poinsettia successfully, the RHS have provided a detailed guide -   Poinsettias

• You can buy poinsettias from gardening centre’s to supermarkets.

• On my research I came across this amazing photo on the internet of a tree of Poinsettias! Have a look at  Hearst Castle  in California

•  The story behind the poinsettia is that it was found by Joel Poinsett – the first US Ambassador to Mexico.

• This plant is native to the Pacific coast of Mexico and Central America

• The botanical name of this plant is the Euphorbia Pulcherrima

• This plant has several names, from the Christmas Star to the Winter Rose.

• There is an incorrect myth that Poinsettias are poisonous, but the sap can cause irritation.

• In America there is a National Poinsettia Day on the 12^th December – that marks the death of Joel Poinsett.

• Did you know there is a cocktail called the ‘Poinsettia cocktail?’ This drink is made from  dry sparkling white wine, vodka and cranberry juice.

• Want to make some poinsettia decorations? Have a look at this wonderful crepe paper poinsettia 

Nurseries :

• Daleside Nurseries LTD in Harrogate Yorkshire – have a selection of 12 varieties

•  Summerfield Nurseries   in Canterbury Kent.

They even have special poinsettia walk days at the end of November – early December, where you can walk amongst

thousands of these plants and have refreshments.

•   Barnsfold Nurseries  (For wholesale trade only)  have a photo gallery of some of the varieties of Poinsettias available.

Nita Joy Designs Christmas cards:

* We have Poinsettia greeting card packs for Christmas.

If you want to wish someone every happiness and cheer this Christmas, then you can’t go wrong with a Poinsettia.

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This year my new collection of Christmas cards included special personalised cards which are ideal to send to family or friends.

In the collection there are 6 cards:

• Cards for couples

1. In-law Christmas card for a couple  for example son and daughter in law
2. Christmas card for a couple – useful for parents, friends etc…

• Dad Christmas card

• Mum Christmas card

• Female Christmas card – ideal for your female friends, sister, daughter etc…

• Male Christmas card – ideal for your male friends, brother, son,

These cards are also available as a pack – for just £11.00 with a saving of £2.20

For more information please see – Mixed pack of special individual Christmas cards

Each card can be personalised with a name and an insert with your special message added at no extra cost.

Last order date for our Christmas cards is the 18th December.

Free P&P to any address in the UK

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I have been writing a mini series on how to make Christmas decorations and gifts.

On my research I found the most delightful video from Julie Mulligan from 1-800-flowers.com looking at Christmas flower crafts and decorating.

I loved it so much that I had to share it with you!

I am going to make the suggested carnation snowmen – I just loved the idea and can’t wait to have a go!

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Well, it’s  the 1st of November and really don’t know where the time has gone! It can feel like days just disappear when you are not looking

Did you know that in the UK we send on average, a 171 million Christmas cards each year! Yes, that is a lot!

If you are looking for some Christmas cards with a difference, I invite you to look at my collection.

I am so pleased by the many kind comments we have received this year; for my Botanical Christmas card packs, and individual Christmas cards for family and friends.

As someone who loves the countryside of the UK and her beloved Dorset, I always try to sprinkle a little of that joy in my card designs, as Christmas is a wonderful season to design for. Most of the flowers and trees are photographed in Dorset.

With so much variety in Christmas cards in the UK, either online or offline, I aim to to provide a special service, adding your special message, to our range of botanical cards, or by designing cards around your requirements.

This year I have been concentrating on special Christmas cards for family and friends; including cards for those who love dogs with my card – ‘Waiting for Santa‘  right through to cards for mums and dads, with festive berries.

The ever popular Snowdrops and Ivy and Berries have proved to been popular once again.

I am able to personalise with your chosen names on our individual Christmas cards, and also include your message on an insert, so please let us know how we can help.

Our Christmas card packs can also include a free insert with your Christmas message – this option can make a big difference when you have many cards to send! This has been a very popular choice over the years, as you are not limited by the message added, and we only add what you want, this then saves your precious time for what can feel like a never ending list of things to do.

We look forward to making some special Christmas cards for you.

Anita x

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I just love autumn colour don’t you?

I have been out with my camera, to try and catch the essence of this wonderful season.

This Acer is a favourite of mine, and is available as a framed, mounted or canvas print, as well as being included in our botanical calendar for 2012

Hope you like it

Anita x

 If you like this, please share – thank you

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This year I have been concentrating on single special Christmas cards for family members, as this is something that I have been asked to do through customer feedback.

Today I am introducing my Christmas cards for:

• Mum or step mum
• Dad or step dad

Both of these special cards can be personalised with another name if required.

Please click on the images to see the full card design.

Details

• These designs included festive red berries and background tones of greens and blues depending on card chosen.

• The size of the cards are 19.8 x 21 cm folded and a white envelope is included.

• We can add an insert with your special message at no extra cost

• Post and Packing is free to an address in the UK.

For further details, please visit Nita Joy Designs card and gift boutique – Christmas cards.

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I have the pleasure of letting you know that our new greeting card and gift boutique shop is now open.

I have been working hard in upgrading our website, and really excited about our next step in  growing my business – Nita Joy Designs and  my Send a flower card portfolio.

I specialise in designing botanical greeting cards for everyday, seasonal and special occasions.

My latest designs are focussed around Christmas, creating a bespoke collection of special single cards appropriate for family and friends.

The boutique website has been designed with easy to use navigation format. I  have had some lovely comments so far, and hope you will enjoy using it too.

Over the next few weeks, I will be looking and introducing to you each of my new designs.

If there is a particular card you are looking for, please let me know and I will gladly design one for you.

You can contact me  through my contact page

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Welcome to Send a flower card portfolio website

I love nature – especially gazing at the beauty of a delicate flower.

My favourite places to be is in a wooded glen, surrounded by my beloved snowdrops or bluebells, or be mesmerised by the glorious English summer meadow, full with wild flowers and butterflies, or finding peace among the old oak trees changing into their Autumn colour.

What do you enjoy about our wonderful countyside?

This website will celebrate the beauty of nature, especially plants, flowers and trees as I share my botanical photography.

I hope you will enjoy this journey with me

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