including CNN and CNBC,” Fiorentinos said. Fiorentinos speaks fluent Greekas well as French and Swahili. Fiorentinos can be seen riding around Astoria and Manhattan in her SUV, which is decked out with the green leaf Luludi logo and colors. More often than not, Fiorentinos will be headed over to either a corporate event or a wedding for which she has been asked to create floral designs or terrariums. Fiorentinos has decorated the lobbies of many office buildings as well as luxury condos with her eco-friendly terrarium designs. They add a much needed splash of color and nature to what, otherwise, can be a cold, impersonal public space. “All of my flowers and plants have to be fresh, “ Fiorentinos said. “Most mornings, I get up really early and shop for the store at the Manhattan flower district. That’s where you get the good stuff, straight from the farms and other suppliers.” Showing LIC Courier magazine around the shop, Fiorentinos told us that the shop’s moss covered garden wall is quite popular. “It consists of preserved moss with hanging amaranths,” Fiorentinos said. “This design will put a lot of green in your space, whether it’s your apartment or office cubicle. A little bit of nature does wonders to brighten up your day.” The signature Luludi mini-purses, done up in moss, with a violet or small orchard adorning them are also best-sellers. It’s so easy to care for your terrarium or Zen garden. Most of her creations can be watered directly, as per Fiorentinos’ instructions or you can just use a spritz bottle spray. “The inspiration came from my years residing in Paris. I found the city’s famous “living walls” to be so very relaxing and tranquil,” Fiorentinos said. “Here in New York I had a blank wall, so to speak; a canvas upon which I could use my imagination and really get creative.” Fiorentinos’ Zodiac bowls, terrariums and succulent bouquet deluxe frames and planters are the perfect solution for when you are looking for that very special “wow factor” gift. She hosts workshops where attendees can create their own terrarium with plants and decorative materials. Various classes include “Date Night” where both you and your date combine on creative ideas to design your own personal terrarium. The package includes a glass of wine. Luludi also offers adult classes every Tuesday, holiday classes for Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day and hands on classes that your kids will adore. “Puppy Pals,” “Fishy Wishy” and “Princess Terrariums” are just a few of the creations that your children and the kid in you will love! For more information, please check out luludi.net or call 1-888-958-5834.
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