Whew! So much's been happening!
Here's a mini update on what Sunflower has been up to since May.
1)
Mini Bazaar in Jurong Point on 8-9th of May
Sunflower was at Jurong Point, over the weekend on May 8-9th on Mother's day's week, where we collaborated with
Singapore Youth Hub and
ITE East College to sell our lovely handmade and prearranged flowers from our brands,
illumnis and
agiftforsweetheart. We are very proud and happy to be part of a youth social movement. Needless to say, we achieved quite some good sales too ;)
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Illumis is one of our newest partners. They are couple in which they specialize in making hand-arranged floral arrangments.
However it comes with a twist! The male party is the one making all the flowers this time around and here's some pics of their latest offerings, to be found in Sunflower!
Prices around $20+ only! One piece for each arrangement! grab them whilst stocks lasts!
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2) Mother's Day event space by Agiftfromtheheart
It was a really successful event as fresh carnations were selling from as low as $3.50! What a steal! Options to decorate the flower with different packaging was available as well. For those looking for more lasting options, they took delight in the hand folded paper carnations as depicted above! Bouquets still available in Sunflower
Cheryl, the lady behind agiftfromtheheart concept, is an ex-florist and she employs her vast knowledge of floral arrangments to create the very best just for you!
She is currently running a customization service where you can order fresh or paper arrangements for any occasion, there's even the option of home delivery!
Prices are so much cheaper than elsewhere!
Come now and take a look! :)
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3) Of event spaces and Loyal customers
Besides the event space on Mother's day, we had our usual Mini weekend event space, just a happy news to report, we are booked full til August!
we are really glad that its such a success and we thank all our partners and customers who had supported us over the launching of this idea!
Many partners did not see immediate rise in sale just by one event ( then it would be called magic "sure-earn" event already, sales is never an immediate thing)
HOWEVER i would dare say that those who kept booking the event space regularly and take pains to make use of our facebook network to build their brand name, rapport with the customers and work at increasing their customer base has the last laugh. We are really proud of them!
Like we had mentioned, Sunflower is a space/platform dedicated to helping you grow your business. It takes two hands to clap, whilst you work hard at building your business, you can be sure the Sunflower team is behind you 100% . That's what we are for .
It saddens me to hear that some would just label us as " just another box shop" where you " throw you items there and whether you earn money or not at the end of the day its your own business".
Thus, without further ado, here's some more heartening pictures of the many events we had throughout the month of May! Thanks for all of your support!
Bon Bon amour! Our first Korean clothes partner! All pieces are imported in really limited quantities, ensuring a unique feel for you while you strut down the street confidently, without worrying if you might bump into your " doppelganger" halfway through.
Set up by Jesslin( left ) and helped by her sister! we say nice hats girls!
special sale for returning customers that day! Many pieces snapped up within hours!
Regular customers of Bon Bon Amour! Special picture with the owner!
Another picture of regular customers! Nothing beats the satisfaction and joy we get when we are appreciated for our effort! when you're happy, we're happier! :)
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Kim with her cans handicraft. All items are made from recycled cans (think tiger beer, green tea, lemon tea etc..) These seemingly "worthless" cans are transformed into lasting works of art and fashion accessories on the daily through Kim's talented pair of hands.
Each piece is lovingly handcrafted. Though it looks simple, each takes an unbelievable 1-2 hours to craft. Talk about patience and passion!
This also ensures that there are limited pieces for each designs, and even so, each piece are decidedly different.
we have rings, mini vans, necklaces, earrings, brooches, hair clips... the list goes on!
Be eco-friendly, yet be stylish at the same time! Perfect for a gift!
Prices start from a pocket friendly $3.90!
Come down now to prevent disappointment!
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4) Retail Managment talk at Ngee Ann Poly!
Now we've reached the highlight of this post!
On the 2oth of May, Sunflower was invited to give a talk to Ngee Ann's business students on How Sunflower overcame challenges as a fledging business to become where we are today.
That is really a huge pat on the shoulder for us!
Recieving recognition is always gratifying after all the hard work we have put in!
As Fhank once said, it feels really good for the other party to recognize you BEFORE you pass them your name card.
20th May is a really special date for us, as Fhank conceptualized the whole idea of Sunflower on that day itself. Thus it was really deja vu and heartening to be able present this talk on the anniversary !
According to Fhank and Booncheong, it was a truly exhilarating and eye-opening experience.
Look at the number of students , all busily taking down notes! ( or doodling on their papers perhaps.. ah, the carefree lives of students )
I guess the both of them can add " lecturers" to their resume now.
Its not everyday that you get the opportunity to share your passion and hard work with a roomful of eager bright students. Un-nerving yes, but exciting and DIFFERENT !
We hope that this stint will help to give courage to the next wave of young entrepreneurs! May the entrepreneurial spirit strive on!
5)
Being nominated for "Entrant of the year " by Singapore Retailers Association!
Being nominated is already a really great surprise for us ! We thank everyone who had helped Sunflower in one way or another, there's no way we could have reached this stage without all of you! Once again, Always different, always sunny!
We will always be striving forward forever for the sky is the limit!
Hope to bring more new delights and surprises to all of you soon!
And now we have a huge renovation project in the wings!
I'm not revealing anymore here, for things have not been confirmed yet, but its definitely happening!
Sorry for the cliffhanger people!
Stay tuned for more exciting news, coming straight at you, right from the heart of Sunflower!
Everlasting and zero maintenance flowers from Japan!
Organic and natural soap bars, perfumes and body soaps handmade by local talent HolyRose of Nature's little treasures.
Check us out on our opening day on 6th August!
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