The Flower Basket opened in 1972 with customer service as the foundation
of the business. Third generation funeral director, Eva Pafford
Helms had become increasingly frustrated because, "People
can't always choose when they're going to need flowers," she
said. Daughter, Dian Helms Brown remembers, "She said we'd
open anytime anyone needs flowers."
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In the 16 years that Dian and Eva operated the business together,
they enjoyed relationships throughout the local area and across
the country. Eva, who passed away in 1989, was the first woman
to serve on the Tennessee State Board of Funeral Directors and
Embalmers. Dian traveled to 27 states and several foreign countries,
teaching floral technique. She worked with floral design teams in three U.S.
presidential inaugurations and for the rededication of the Statue of Liberty
in New York. Her articles and designs have been featured in industry
publications.
Just as products, styles and tastes have changed in the 32 years since its
beginning, the shop now known as An Original Flower Basket and its web presence
of Flowersmart.com, have changed to meet the needs of our busy customers. "We
eliminated the large storefront, holding overhead to a minimum. That lets
us give more value in each arrangement," Dian said. "Our customers
appreciate our toll-free number because when they travel for work or pleasure
they can call us to send flowers in Lexington, Jackson, and surrounding areas
as well as around the world. We
answer our phone after hours and on weekends and holidays."
We'll make you proud
to send flowers. 877-968-8141 or 731-968-8141
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