Kymberly Galland, owner of First Glance Florist & Creative Arts, inside the Cottonport shop

Fresh Flower Arrangements


Fresh, dried  and silk arrangements handcrafted for every occasion—from everyday bouquets to fully custom designs.

Custom and Ready-Made Arrangements for Avoyelles Parish


First Glance Florist & Creative Arts offers fresh-cut floral arrangements, long-lasting silk arrangements, custom bouquets, everyday stems, and occasion-specific designs for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and events. Both fresh and silk options are available in a range of sizes and price points at the shop, with custom requests welcomed by phone or in person.

Fresh, dried and Silk Arrangements — Three Ways to Enjoy Flowers Year-Round


Fresh-cut arrangements bring seasonally available blooms at their peak vibrancy, making them the natural choice for immediate gifting, events, or any occasion where the living quality of the flower matters. Fresh arrangements are best enjoyed within their natural vase life, typically 5 to 10 days with proper care and fresh water. They are the go-to for weddings, birthdays, hospital visits, and sympathy tributes when the recipient will be present to enjoy them.

Silk and dried Arrangements Last for Years with No Upkeep Required

Silk and driedfloral arrangements are handcrafted using high-quality fabric and synthetic florals that hold their color, shape, and fullness indefinitely. No water, no wilting, no seasonal availability constraints—just beautiful blooms that stay exactly as you placed them. The ideal choice for permanent home decor, offices, grave memorials, or customers who want a specific bloom that may not be in season, First Glance Florist carries silk arrangements ready to take home and also fulfills custom silk orders.

Both fresh and silk options are available at the shop and can be discussed in person or by phone at 318-419-8323.

Flower shop display with bouquets on a counter and wall sign reading “First Glance Florist Cottonport”

Three Easy Ways to Order Flowers


Visit Us In Store. The shop at 532 Front St., Cottonport, is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Walk in to browse ready-made arrangements, discuss a custom order, or pick something up on your way. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

Call 318-419-8323. Calling ahead is the fastest way to place a custom order or confirm availability of a specific bloom or arrangement style. The team is available during shop hours to take orders and answer questions.

Send a Message. For non-urgent inquiries or custom requests that need a little back-and-forth, use the contact form at firstglanceflorist.com. A response will follow during business hours.

Custom Orders Benefit from as Much Lead Time as Possible

For events, weddings, or specific bloom requests, placing a custom order at least one week in advance gives the best chance of fulfilling the design exactly as envisioned. During busy seasons—Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and the wedding months—additional lead time is strongly recommended.

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Call 318-419-8323 or send a message—the team at First Glance Florist & Creative Arts is ready to help you find the right arrangement.