James Rada, Jr.
It’s getting harder and harder to stop and smell the roses, as local florists seem to be disappearing. However, a new florist opened earlier this year in Thurmont, providing floral arrangements for all occasions.
Karen Myers (pictured right), owner of The Wedding Bouquet, said, “Like our name says, we primarily do wedding flowers, but we can also do flowers for any occasion, silk arrangements, and even corsages for dances.”
Myers has thirty years of experience in horticulture and floriculture. Now she works in her garage studio, creating works of art from live flowers.
“I like the creativity of arranging flowers,” expressed Myers. “I like being able to take flowers and arrange them in beautiful and different ways.”
Her customers appreciate her creativity, too.
In reviewing The Wedding Bouquet, Jennifer Knill wrote, “You will not be disappointed. A lot of care goes into everything ordered.”
Stacy Stackhouse wrote, “Loved it. Great job. Thanks so much, very accommodating and creative.”
The Wedding Bouquet offers delivery to all of Frederick County, although Myers will travel outside of the county for weddings. There’s only one other florist in the Thurmont-Emmitsburg-Sabillasville area, so The Wedding Bouquet gives people a choice.
As for buying your flowers online, Myers said, “When you purchase flowers online, more of your money is going to administrative costs, so you are getting a smaller arrangement for the same price.”
She also points out that if she gets an order by 4:00 p.m., she can offer next-day delivery.
“Holidays like Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day can get busy, though, so it’s better to order a couple of weeks in advance. It also helps you get a better price because the costs that I have to pay for flowers rises as it gets closer to the holidays.”
The Wedding Bouquet website is not up yet, but you can learn more about the business from their Facebook page. You can also reach Myers at 301-271-3854 or kmymyers1204@gmail.com.
View The Wedding Bouquet advertisement on page 29.
