BLOOM

BLOOM Mini cafe serving coffee, tea, artisanal beverages + light bites.

BLOOM is a wellbeing-inspired retail experience to GATHER flowers, gifts & people:
SHOP • CAFÉ • EVENTS • B&B
Created by Entrepreneur and lifestyle guru, Alisha Crutchfield

‘Morning Glory’ gathers at Gift ShopsThis week’s floral designs are a celebration of JOY and resilience. Bursting with ...
14/07/2025

‘Morning Glory’ gathers at Gift Shops

This week’s floral designs are a celebration of JOY and resilience. Bursting with color and life, these BLOOMs brighten the day and inspire a sense of HOPE.

*I designed and set aside a few more, for you to SHOP

Do Summer where every visit is a reFRESHing experience.Summer Hours: Wed, Thu 11a-6p | Gift Shop deals Fri, Sat, Sun 1...
13/07/2025

Do Summer where every visit is a reFRESHing experience.

Summer Hours:
Wed, Thu 11a-6p | Gift Shop deals
Fri, Sat, Sun 11a-3p | Café drink specials
Closed Mon, Tue | Impromptu pop-ups on the Patio

Embracing every opportunity to show up for OUR children—it’s the vibe that matters most! Gathered on the today for R...
11/07/2025

Embracing every opportunity to show up for OUR children—it’s the vibe that matters most!

Gathered on the today for Read-In

Meet Tylon, a passionate 16-year-old who’s kicking off his first day of work through the ARISE Summer Internship Progr...
09/07/2025

Meet Tylon, a passionate 16-year-old who’s kicking off his first day of work through the ARISE Summer Internship Program! This incredible initiative, a collaboration between the Black Business Alliance and Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs connects eager high school students with Black-owned businesses in

Tylon loves nature and working with plants, inspired by his mom and grandma’s love for both. He’s motivated to support his family and show his mom that he’s committed to building a brighter future together. “I don’t want my mom to feel like she’s the only one working to take care of us. I’m trying to get to where she is,” he says.

With dreams of finishing high school and studying biochemistry in college (plus plumbing on the side), Tylon is ready to gain real-world experience, contribute fresh energy, and grow alongside his community. 🌱

The ARISE Program is fully funded by the allowing businesses like BLOOM to invest in the next generation, while students like Tylon gain invaluable insights into business and entrepreneurship.

TOGETHER, we’re not just building a sustainable future for our local business ecosystem; we’re redefining what’s possible. This resonates deeply with me as I reflect on my own journey—at 13, I began my own path of working to support my family. This is more than just a job; it’s a legacy of resilience and empowerment!

Let’s GrOw!!! 🙌

What a DAY. A very special day!No grand event. No transactions. No pressure to do anything outside of my normal Tuesday ...
09/07/2025

What a DAY. A very special day!
No grand event. No transactions. No pressure to do anything outside of my normal Tuesday day off, when I indulge in self-care, support other local small businesses, spend a couple of hours on floral design (because I just can’t resist creating EVERY DAY), and reflect on business .

Today, July 8th, marks 4 years since BLOOM opened its door! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to this beautiful space that has transformed my life and the lives of so many others—nurturing community, celebrating culture, and driving commerce.

Thank you for being part of our journey of growth and resilience.

SWEET dreams,
Alisha | Entrepreneur, Inspo Dealer

Rain or shine, show up…literally and figuratively
15/06/2025

Rain or shine, show up…
literally and figuratively

Be inspired to try something NEW…HealMy Essentials aromatherapeutic sprays, cleaners, and balms designed to purify your ...
13/06/2025

Be inspired to try something NEW…
HealMy Essentials aromatherapeutic sprays, cleaners, and balms designed to purify your air and body for a healthier, happier you!

TRY:
‘Soft Petals’ Refresher Spray
Hot Flash Relief Spray
Anxiety Relief Spray
Cuts Burns, Bruise & Bites Balm
Mint & Honey Toner

“Innovation is only useful if we maintain what we’ve innovated.” - Jon Manton, Director of Digital Special Collections &...
10/06/2025

“Innovation is only useful if we maintain what we’ve innovated.” - Jon Manton, Director of Digital Special Collections & Access

colleagues gather for annual department retreat.

In design mode …Looking like my daughter 🥰🌻
04/06/2025

In design mode
…Looking like my daughter 🥰🌻

Finally up for air and savoring the sweet smell of innovation Grateful for what is happening for BLOOM 🌻Thrilled for wh...
03/06/2025

Finally up for air and savoring the sweet smell of innovation

Grateful for what is happening for BLOOM 🌻
Thrilled for what (and who) is coming to BLOOM 🍽️
Embracing my wildest dreams with BLOOM ✨

HAPPY Mother’s Day to all the incredible givers who nurture, support, and INSPIRE! Today, we celebrate the STRENGTH of m...
12/05/2025

HAPPY Mother’s Day to all the incredible givers who nurture, support, and INSPIRE! Today, we celebrate the STRENGTH of mothers, caregivers, and all those who embody that nurturing spirit—especially the amazing working women balancing careers and family with GRACE.

For those, like myself at one point, who have hesitated to embrace motherhood due to career ambitions or entrepreneurial dreams, know that your journey is VALID. It’s okay to prioritize your passions and aspirations; they are part of what makes you uniquely YOU. Trust that the right time will come, IF you choose, and when it does, you’ll find a beautiful harmony between your dreams and the joy of nurturing a new life.

📸 8 years later, my daughter and I are working TOGETHER to build a legacy 💐

When DOING THE MOST leads to doing the most LOVEly florals for patients throughout CT. My heart is full as I begin my ...
05/04/2025

When DOING THE MOST leads to doing the most LOVEly florals for patients throughout CT. My heart is full as I begin my journey as the official and only florist for Yale New Haven Health Hospital | YNHH Gift Shops. One week in, and 20+ years to come! THIS is legacy IN BLOOM

My first job at 13 years old was in Brigham & Women’s Hospital Gift Shop in Boston. What a full circle.
From my early days arranging flowers in that gift shop to now bringing joy to patients and their families, every step has been a labor of love. I can’t wait to create more beautiful memories and spread kindness through every bouquet. Here’s to new beginnings, cherished memories, and a legacy that blooms with love!

Get sappy with me in stories, as I go down memory lane…3.5 years of hard work, sore hands, innovation, creative risks, highs and lows, and everything in between. 💐

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Wednesday 11:00 - 18:00
Thursday 11:00 - 18:00
Friday 11:00 - 18:00
Saturday 10:00 - 14:00
Sunday 10:00 - 14:00

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