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CARLE PLACE, N.Y., Jan. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Known for his upbeat lyrics and infectious beats as heard in his recent hit singles, 15-year-old musical pop sensation Justin Bieber is teaming up with 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLWS) the world's largest florist and online gift shop, to make sure there's "One Less Lonely Girl" this Valentine's. With the introduction of Justin's signature "One Less Lonely Girl" bouquet of roses, the online floral retailer is making it easy for consumers to...

NEW YORK, Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Many brides have wanted purple wedding flowers, but have found few options. Now brides who want natural purple flowers for their wedding have two exciting choices in new collections created for 2010 by Bridesign.com. Bridesign.com is the creator of the "wedding flower in a box" program that allows Internet-savvy brides to save 30-40% on assembled wedding flowers. "We listened to requests from brides who wanted flowers in purple. In creating our new modern...

CARLE PLACE, N.Y., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- This Valentine's the world's largest florist and online gift shop, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLWS), has joined forces with elite Matchmaker, Patti Stanger, to guide consumers and romantic hopefuls on choosing the perfect gift for celebrating the most romantic holiday of the year. The collaboration between the online retailer and renowned relationship guru introduces a signature "Patti Stanger" bouquet and additional arrangements and gifts,...

DANBY, Vt., Jan. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- With Valentine's Day approaching, the webmasters at the playfully irreverent guys-and-flowers site www.savedbythebud.com felt it time to address the underreported issue that many men feel uncomfortable buying flowers. Not "buying tampons for her embarrassing," according to the site, but more "'buying a box of Cap'n Crunch embarrassing,' when it's fairly obvious from the rest of your purchase that you don't have kids." That's why they've created a new...

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's first largest eco-florist, OrganicBouquet.com, has been named the official eco-floral provider for the 2010 BCS National Championship Party. The party, which is presented by The Tournament of Roses® and the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission, was held on Wednesday, January 6th in Pasadena, CA. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20071126/AQM061LOGO) The event, which hosted over 1700 celebrities, corporate sponsors...

NEW YORK, Dec. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- You've made your list and you've checked it twice, but you may not want to spend much decorating for the holidays. With some household items, traditional Yuletide essentials and a quick trip to the local craft store, you can affordably - and fashionably - deck your halls. Whether you create tree toppers, ornaments or wreaths or style your living rooms with warm candles and curtains, your Christmas creations will impress all your guests, including Santa...

MISSION, Kan., Nov. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The holidays are just the right time to thank those unsung heroes who help make our lives better every day. According to a nationwide poll, Americans cite neighbors and teachers as the people most likely to deserve end-of-year appreciation. Also noted worthy by respondents are coworkers, childcare providers, house cleaners, bosses, postal workers, clergy, healthcare workers, administrative assistants, pet sitters and crossing guards. M.J. Ryan,...

CARLE PLACE, N.Y., Nov. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Thanksgiving Day, a favored American holiday, gathers family and friends together to share in a traditional feast lavished with turkey, stuffing, and gravy. This year, approximately 38.4 million Americans are expected to travel more than 50 miles to engage in these holiday festivities(1), but whether or not consumers decide to hit the road, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC. (FLWS), the world's leading florist and gift shop, is offering a variety...

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Sets of whimsical business card-size reminders dubbed "Hint Cards(SM)" will begin sprouting up in select California-grown flower bouquets in Safeway, Vons and Pavilions stores throughout California and Nevada beginning this week and online at FlowerHintCards.com. To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/flowerhintcards/40291/ (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20091110/NY08134 ) Their message? "Just...

HOUSTON, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The saying that everything is bigger in Texas shines through even in the way Texans show support for their fallen soldiers. In December of 2008, Wreaths Across America Houston placed a record-setting 14,400 holiday wreaths upon the grave sites of their fallen heroes, and this year their planning committee is working to raise enough funds to place over 55,000 wreaths. This emotional celebration will take place December 12, 2009 (rain or shine) at...