Apr 9, 2012

Martha’s Vineyard Florist and Gifts expandsBy Katryn YerdonMVTimes.com

Ellen O’Brien, principal owner and florist for MV Florist and Gifts, has grown her love for flowers from a home-based business that she started in 2009 to a new storefront at 12 Mariners Way, adjacent to the Edgartown Post Office shopping area.

The store celebrated its grand opening on March 31. What was a home business in Ms. O’Brien’s basement is now its own store. “People wanted to come to my home floral design studio to see what flowers I had,” Ms. O’Brien explained. “It was difficult because it was in my crowded basement. Now I love that the store is accessible.

“It is the right space, right size, not too large, and my customers deserve it. Another benefit is that Shear Inspiration Salon & Spa, and the wonderful ladies who work there, is right next door, which is an adjunct to what we do.”

This new location offers Ms. O’Brien and her team of floral designers the opportunity to create, interact with their customers, and provide instant service for their flowers and arrangements along with a selection of Island-made gifts. Remember that Vineyard Maide Gift Baskets is part of the business, though they will still predominantly be made and delivered from her home studio.

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