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Florist for Every Occasion

Fresh and silk floral arrangements for every occasion.

Florist in Cottonport, LA, for Flowers and Creative Gifts

First Glance Florist & Creative Arts is a locally owned, women-operated flower shop serving Cottonport and surrounding Louisiana communities. From everyday surprises and birthday celebrations to weddings, holidays, sympathy arrangements, and thoughtful gifts, our goal is to help you find something that expresses exactly what you want to say.


Along with fresh and silk floral arrangements, we offer plants, gift baskets, and vintage eclectic art and décor, giving you plenty of ways to create a meaningful gift for someone special.



Whether you know exactly what you want or need help choosing the right flowers, plant, or gift, First Glance Florist & Creative Arts is here to make the experience personal and enjoyable.

Explore Our Floral and Creative Services

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Occasions & Holidays

Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, new arrivals, get-well moments, seasonal celebrations, and holidays with beautiful flowers, plants, and gifts designed to make every occasion feel special.

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Sympathy & Funeral Flowers

Express love, remembrance, and compassion with thoughtful funeral and sympathy flowers, including casket arrangements, memorial tributes, sympathy plants, and arrangements for the home.

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Flowers & Floral Arrangements

Choose from fresh flowers, silk arrangements, custom dry and silk designs, and seasonal flowers created for everyday moments and special occasions.

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Weddings & Events

Bring your celebration to life with wedding bouquets, ceremony flowers, reception arrangements, wedding party flowers, and other event floral designs.

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Gifts & Creative Arts

Make your gift even more personal with gift baskets, plants, and vintage eclectic art and décor. Combine thoughtful gifts with flowers for a memorable gesture.

Proudly Serving Cottonport and Surrounding Areas

First Glance Florist & Creative Arts proudly serves customers throughout the surrounding area, including:



Alexandria, LA • Baton Rouge, LA • Lafayette, LA • Avoyelles Parish, LA • Point Coupee Parish, LA • Marksville, LA • Bunkie, LA • Simmesport, LA • Lettsworth, LA


Our local roots allow us to provide a personal experience for customers looking for flowers, plants, and gifts for celebrations, milestones, weddings, holidays, and moments of remembrance.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do You Deliver Flowers?

    Flower delivery may be available depending on the order and destination. Contact First Glance Florist & Creative Arts at 318-419-8323 to discuss your delivery needs and confirm availability for your location.

  • What Occasions Do You Arrange Flowers For?

    We create flowers for a wide range of occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, new babies, get-well wishes, weddings, holidays, seasonal celebrations, sympathy, funerals, and memorials. We also offer custom arrangements for customers looking for something personal.

  • Do You Offer Funeral and Sympathy Arrangements?

    Yes. We offer a variety of sympathy and funeral floral options, including funeral flowers, casket flowers, sympathy arrangements, plants, cremation and memorial tributes, and flowers for the home with direct delivery to cementery or mausoleum.

  • Can I Pay Cash on Pickup?

    If you would like to pay with cash when picking up your order, please contact us at 318-419-8323 to confirm the available payment options for your specific order.

Why Choose First Glance Florist & Creative Arts?

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Locally Owned and Women-Operated

We are proud to be a locally owned, women-operated business serving the surrounding Louisiana communities.

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Flowers, Plants, and Gifts in One Place

From fresh and silk flowers to plants, gift baskets, and eclectic décor, we offer creative options for making your gift personal and memorable.

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Personal and Thoughtful Service

Every occasion is different. We take the time to understand what you are looking for and help you find flowers or gifts that fit the moment.

Testimonials

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Best ever - Laurie L.

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I received a bouquet of beautiful flowers from a friend. A week later they were still fresh and just as pretty as the first day. Thank you. - Mary Jo G.

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Kym’s creations are absolutely beautiful. Her unique style is displayed in all of her arrangements - Dede L.

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They do such beautiful floral arrangements. They are very nice & friendly!! - Kayla B.

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Always friendly and the flowers are amazing. - Jeremy C.

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Best ever - Laurie L.

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I received a bouquet of beautiful flowers from a friend. A week later they were still fresh and just as pretty as the first day. Thank you. - Mary Jo G.

First Glance Florist & Creative Arts

Let Us Help You Make the Moment Special

Whether you are celebrating someone you love, planning your wedding, remembering someone special, or simply looking for a thoughtful gift, First Glance Florist & Creative Arts is ready to help.

Visit us, or call 318-419-8323 to discuss your floral arrangement, gift, or event needs. Let us help you find something beautiful and meaningful for the occasion.