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Floral Order Gatherers: What they are, and what to know about them?

Order gatherers are third party online companies that deceptively advertise as your local neighborhood flower shop. For example, “Your Local Martin City Florist!” Once an order is placed through an order gatherer, they then turn to real flower shops to fulfill it, keeping an average of 40 - 60% in commission from hidden service, handling and convenience fees.

The flower shop then has mere pennies to design and deliver an arrangement, often resulting in unsatisfied customers whose loved one receives an arrangement much smaller and less impressive than what was promised by these 3rd party companies.

Here’s what to look for to avoid ordering flowers through an order gathering service:
🌼 When googling, “Flower shops near me,” these are usually the first, and often sponsored, links listed.
🌼 Check for a street address near you. Many times, these companies won’t have an address listed, but may advertise to be in your city.
🌼 Call the company directly to confirm they are in your town, and not at a national call center.
🌼 If you are still skeptical that the florist you are choosing is an order gatherer, call your local funeral homes and ask for floral recommendations. They see lots of arrangements, and can give you names of their favorite shops in your area!

Sidelines does NOT work with order gatherers, only directly with our customers. This ensures that you remain in full control of the customization and creative designs that we produce, and that every dollar you spend goes into the florals you will receive.

This Valentine’s Day, please consider Sidelines Custom Floral, or another local Kansas City metro shop, for your floral needs.

Remember, shop small, and shop local.#shoplocal #shopsmall #flowershops #valentinesday

What a night!
It takes an incredible team to work together and create a brides vision.
Thank you from deep in our heart to everyone involved.When you see the pics from @epagafoto and @ribbonsandreels …we promise this reel will pale by comparison.They are so good at what they do!
Never skimp on photographer or a wedding planner!
Leading the team:
@kindrasimpleelegancekc Planner
What we were responsible for:
@bbjlatavola Linens
@nuagedesignsinc Linens
@marquee_rents Rentals
@supplyevent Rentals
@hmxlive
@crystorama
@raz_imports

Thank you to
@mizzou_saifdAlways a joy to bring your aspiring students to KC to be apart of our team!
@hannasouther Thank you for leading your students to success!
Thank you to @grncreatekc888 for all of your
knowledge and help.

#heysidelines #wedding #kansascityweddings #fullserviceflorist #museum #blueandwhite
#lovewhateedo #weddingflowers #saturdaynight #weddingday #details

T’was the night before the Sidelines Annual Holiday Open House, and boy are we excited!!

This green room is packed and READY for you!

Stop by and see us tomorrow from 2pm to 8pm for a little sipping, a little shopping, and a whole lot of fun!

#openhouse #flowershop

Flower Subscriptions:

Because we think ‘flowers are always a good idea,’ we know you’ll LOVE our flower club subscriptions! 💐

It really is as easy as picking your delivery frequency, your floral price point, the duration of your subscription and which day of the month or week you’d like your flowers delivered!

We love designing arrangements that are custom to your home or office. Let us know what style of floral arrangement suites your space best, and we’re happy to accommodate!

And, what a perfect gift?!

Not into flowers? We also offer a potted plant subscription, perfect for those trying to fill their space with life! 🪴

Check out our website for more information, or call the shop to subscribe today!

#subscription #kcflorist #flowershop #flowerarrangement #bestinkc

Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Your 3 day weekend is coming, and with it all the Memorial Day festivities! 

Stop by Sidelines first to pick up all the essentials: 
🤍 Flowers for the graves of those we’ve lost
🌹 Flowers for those we’re celebrating with 
🧢 The cutest hat for lake and pool days
🥂 Fun cups for fun drinks 
And lots of cute red, white and blue decor for the hostess with the mostest! 

In all seriousness, keep the purpose of this weekend at the forefront of your festivities. Take a moment to mourn and appreciate those who lost their lives serving so that we could live in freedom. 

Happy Memorial Day Weekend! ❤️🤍💙

#memorialday #essentials #flowershop #kcflorist #floristofinstagram

What’s in the Cooler Wednesday: ep. 34

Happy Wednesday! There are LOTS of graduations this week and next! Be sure to stop by the shop and build a bouquet custom for your grad!

This bouquet retails for $73 and includes the following:
Hard Rock Roses
Peony’s
Dahlias
Butterfly Ranunculus
Hellebore
Hypericum Berries
Silver Dollar Eucalyptus

Congrats to all the 2026 graduates! 🎓

#whatsinthecooler #flowershop #custombouquet #buildabouquet #kansascityflorist

Cheers to our own @karynbrooke and her Martin City business @heysidelines featured in "The Ladies" issue of Johnson County City Lifestyle Magazine. 👏👏👏

Read more about Karyn's thoughts on 'The Art of Connection' in the May edition.

🚂#shopMartinCity

Cheers to our own @karynbrooke and her Martin City business @heysidelines featured in "The Ladies" issue of Johnson County City Lifestyle Magazine. 👏👏👏

Read more about Karyn's thoughts on 'The Art of Connection' in the May edition.

🚂#shopMartinCity

Cheers to our own @karynbrooke and her Martin City business @heysidelines featured in "The Ladies" issue of Johnson County City Lifestyle Magazine. 👏👏👏

Read more about Karyn's thoughts on 'The Art of Connection' in the May edition.

🚂#shopMartinCity

Jellycat Summer Collection +

Not only did we just get the Jellycat Summer Collection, we also got the Summer of Soccer Collection (available only in select cities), AND some other odds and ends friends!

We are so excited to have these in the shop, and know they won’t last long!

Grab your skates, or your cleats or your surf board and come to Sidelines TODAY!

Or, shop online at www.heyhootie.com.

Happy Summer!

#jellystores #jellycat #sharingjoy #jellycatlondon #summer

What’s in the Cooler Wednesday: ep 33

First of all, THANK YOU! 🥹

We had the best Mother’s Day creating beautiful arrangements with you and for you! The market was so fun, and we are already looking into another one later this summer!

If you missed it, don’t worry! We have a fully stocked cooler Monday - Saturday and can build you custom bouquets (like this one) in the shop!

This bouquet retails for $65 and includes:
Pink Ranunculus
Hard Rock Rose
Mini Calla Lily
Locally Grown Allium
Locally Grown (and impressively large) Snapdragon
Hydrangea
Sword Fern and Cocculus Greens

#whatsinthecooler #wednesday #flowershop #customflowerbouquet #locallygrown

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

👋Good morning from Martin City where the @heysidelines Mother's Day Market is in full bloom!

☀️ The weather is perfect! So are the mom gifts and eye-poppin' fresh flowers. 🌸 PLUS — free pastries from Martin City's @pegahscafe now and @mc_ice_cream_co starting at noon! Farmers Market too! Get here while supplies last.

Easy parking. Ride your bike. Bring your stroller. Watch the trains pass! Restaurants and shops opening soon!

🚂 #experienceMartinCity #shopMartinCity

It’s MARKET DAY!!! 🎉

🥕The Benedict Builders farmers market is here!

🥮We’re giving away FREE Pegah’s pastries!

🍦This afternoon we will be giving away FREE Martin City Ice Cream Sandwiches!

💐We’re building some beautiful custom bouquets!

🪴Our outdoor planters and succulent gardens are moving fast!

🎁And the store is open with all of the gifts for mom, including pre-made vased arrangements!

We can’t wait to see you!

#flowermarket #custombouquet #mothersday #freegoodies

International Nurses’ Week 🏥

A day to honor the compassion, strength and dedication of nurses who give so much of themselves to heal others.

Call or order online today to spread a little love to the nurses in your life.

www.heysidelines.com

#nursesweek #nurseappreciation #florist #kcflorist #bestflorist customflowers