Three Pink Elephants

Three Pink Elephants Three Pink Elephants delivers a unique floral experience in Clay Center, Hastings and surrounding areas.

We are currently in our very early stages of startup so this site will be under construction for a bit - however, here is a little bit about our plan!

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Three Pink Elephants is a concept that goes beyond the petals, beyond the bouquets—it's where floral artistry meets community passion.

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Picture a vibrant space, not echoing with the clinking of glasses, but alive with the delicate rustle of

petals. It’s not your typical floral shop; it's a botanical experience, a twist on the classic bar concept. Instead of spirits, we're serving up the beauty of fresh flowers and a unique blend of services extending beyond traditional floral offerings.

11/13/2025

"Hey turkey!" That's how my uncle sometimes greets me, but in this case...
It's me telling you there is a freewill donation turkey and ham luncheon at the senior center today from 12pm to ???.
So come over and get your belly full.
Dine in or carry out! Yay!

11/08/2025

Closed Saturday, November 8. I’ll be taking part in two important events — a wedding and a celebration of life. Thank you for understanding while I step away for a day that honors both love and remembrance.

10/18/2025

✨ Change in Monday Hours ✨
Starting October 20th, Mondays will be by appointment only.

What does that mean?

If I’m around and tinkering in the shop, the 🩷 open🩷 sign will likely be on — or feel free to send me a text and we’ll see if we can coordinate a time that works!

Now, a little transparency (because I know many of you appreciate that)...laid out as a series of questions that I’ll ask myself on your behalf. :)

😡 Why would you close your shop for an entire day during the week? That nuts! HOW DARE YOU!

Well, that was a bit dramatic, some might say even a little harsh. Geez!

After looking at data from the last 16 months, Mondays have consistently been our quietest day — often with little to no foot traffic. This small change gives me the flexibility to focus on behind-the-scenes work that keeps the business running — and, honestly, a little breathing room personally too.
This shift will help me serve you better the rest of the week, when the store is hopping and full of energy.
…and don’t forget, I’m here on Saturdays for you!

🚬🍬What if I need candy ci******es?
Really? That’s one of your questions? I don’t even know what to say to that. Y’all are silly. Asking about candy ci******es. 🙄

☠Is this going to be forever? I. Just. Can’t.

Ok, you guys are really taking this hard. You can. WE can and the answer to that is, I don’t know! I am proud of myself that I made this decision based on data and not a whim. While I do want to be here all the time, right now I need to shift a bit. We will see as we go into the holidays if I need to return to the regular Monday schedule.

🌷Can I order flowers in advance and get them on Monday?
Absolutely! Give me some notice and I will absolutely be here to support you! This change isn’t a hard “no, never” situation! I’m here for you!

Also…why didn’t you ask that first? That seems like it might be the most important question. I really do question your priorities sometimes.

Thank you all so much for understanding, supporting, and accepting all the ups and downs I throw at you!

Hugs and love!
Your most favorite, wildly creative, whiskey selling, wine slinging, pink elephant.
🩷 🖤🩷 🖤🩷 🖤🩷 🖤

10/16/2025

Late opening (1PM) Friday, October 17th.

09/26/2025

Clay Center hours for September 26th and 27th:
Friday, September 26th, closing at 4pm.
Saturday, September 27th closed all day.

A Marine, Navy and Army birthday Ball? Dress to impress? Food, dancing, and good company?I'm absolutely ALL in! I love w...
09/25/2025

A Marine, Navy and Army birthday Ball? Dress to impress? Food, dancing, and good company?

I'm absolutely ALL in!

I love when awesome event flyers are literally handed to me while I'm warming up my lunch (because we all know how lame I am with social media).*

Here are the links for more information and tickets!

https://facebook.com/events/s/military-ball/1270246375115702/

Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wma-military-ball-tickets-1568527922239

*I'm not the organizer of this event, just sharing the love.:)

09/19/2025

Hastings location 50% off everything until it's gone!

Your favorite honey from FAT HEAD HONEY FARMS, candles from Wax Buffalo and Love Ewe Candle Co , granola from The Gourmet Granola , gorgeous jewelry and all the things you love.

I'm too tired to move everything to Clay Center, so help a girl out while treating yourself.:)

09/10/2025

Hastings Location Announcement: Cloning Just Isn’t There Yet – Who Knew?

After a lot of deliberation, I’ve decided to close my Hastings location. But don’t grab tissues (I know how over the top dramatic y’all are) —this isn’t sad news. It’s good news!

A couple of years ago, the universe sat me next to someone who would become one of the most extraordinary people in my life: Mikey from The Cheese and Wine Shop. He’s been my biggest advocate, partner-in-crime, and he gave me a chance to rent a coveted space in the back of his shop. We hustled, laughed, filled Hastings with flowers and wine, and I’ve treasured every moment.
But running two locations stretched me too thin, and that’s not the life I came home to build—or the kind of business I want to run. I started missing out on the important family moments. I've climbed the corporate ladder and missed the milestones...I'm not going to make those mistakes again!

So, I’m raising the white flag in Hastings—but I’m doing it with pride. I tried. I learned. I grew. And now I’m focusing all my energy on making Clay Center the strongest, most amazing shop it can be—and giving back to a small community with the hopes of making it a great little destination town one day soon.

The best part? This isn’t goodbye, Hastings. You’ll still see my bus rolling through town with deliveries. 🌸🚐

Mikey and I will forever be teammates in the worlds of flowers, wine, and absolute mischief—just not under the same roof. (Though let’s be honest…you’ll probably still catch me popping in to help out with wine things - looking confused - cheeks stuffed with cheese. 🍷)

Thank you for supporting me, cheering me on, and helping me grow. I’ve had extraordinary experiences with you all and so much encouragement about the store—I know I’m onto something, because you all told me so! You made my heart so happy…I just need that cloning technology to catch up!

I invite you to come sip and shop with me in Clay Center, because your support is what transforms a small town into a destination.

Plus, Mikey tells me what wine to pick - so you know it’s the good stuff.

I'll be closing out of there over the next few weeks, so come in and grab your faves for 50% off! Yay! I told you it was good news!

Love you all!
-Kenna

🍂 The Ways We Fall 🍂Cutting to the chase for those of you like my sister - 20% off everything including liquor through ...
09/09/2025

🍂 The Ways We Fall 🍂
Cutting to the chase for those of you like my sister - 20% off everything including liquor through Saturday, September 13th. You’re welcome for the attempt at efficiency.

Now, back to my normal ramblings.

I find myself a little contemplative today. I blame it on the change in the season - so be advised, if this keeps up, I may not actually be funny again until fall is over.

Fall was always my least favorite season. The days grew shorter, the air colder, and it always felt like an ending. But the older I get, the more I’ve realized: fall is about beginnings, too.

There are so many ways for humans to fall—sometimes into mistakes, sometimes into change, sometimes into love. We fall behind, we fall apart, we fall asleep. We fall into favor, we fall out of favor, we even fall from grace… and sometimes we just plain fall and hope no one was around to witness it. 😉

I’ve fallen for a few things since returning to Nebraska - but mostly I’ve fallen for this community, not just the people and the pace, or the way a crisp autumn morning feels on the brick streets—but the spirit of the season here. I had the chance to attend Old Trusty Antique Engine and Collectors Show over the weekend for the first time. I was enamored by the quilts on display - the extraordinary detail and labor of love that went into each one. I myself have been the recipient of many quilts over the years from that special grandmother I've mentioned before...and it's impossible not to think she was walking with me through the museum that day.

It seemed to me that Old Trusty Days is the beacon that calls fall into motion around Clay County. From here, the harvest will soon be upon us, long hours will go into the fields, celebrations will spark up, and the entire community will gather around it all. Fall in Clay Center isn’t just a season—it’s a rhythm, a reminder of what it means to work, to share, and to celebrate together.

So in an awkward transition from reflective to “I should probably let you know that I have some cool new stuff for you”, let me share some of the newest treasures of fall with y’all. ✨

🍎 New Room & Linen Sprays from:
Oak creek Farmhouse: Barnwood, Flannel, Hot Toddy, Apple Cider Donut, Caramel Pumpkin.

Aria Rose Bath Co.: Orchard Pear, Vanilla Coconut, Blush & Navy, Autumn.

🕯️ New Candles from Wax Buffalo: Chai, French Press, Cinnamon & Clove, Classic Pumpkin, and the Harvest Trio (Apple Cider, Classic Pumpkin, Pampas Grass).

🎃 Skinny Mixes - Pumpkin spice things: Big bottle, Natural Syrup and Sauce - People swear they are delicious - but gross (refer back to the post Day 426 in Clay Center).

🍷 New Wines for your collection: Mr. Lake Bardolino, Villa Jolanda Halloween Spumante, Histoire Merlot, No7 Baglietti Rosé, & Lambrusco

And to sweeten it all:
✨ 20% off everything in Clay Center (yes, even alcohol!) through Saturday, September 13th. ✨

Here’s to the season, and to all the ways we fall. 🍁

Side note: if any of the fabulous dresses, coats, and hats come up missing from the museum, it wasn't me. 😉

🍂 The Ways We Fall 🍂Cutting to the chase for those of you like my sister - 20% off everything including liquor through ...
09/09/2025

🍂 The Ways We Fall 🍂
Cutting to the chase for those of you like my sister - 20% off everything including liquor through Saturday, September 13th. You’re welcome for the attempt at efficiency.

Now, back to my normal ramblings.

I find myself a little contemplative today. I blame it on the change in the season - so be advised, if this keeps up, I may not actually be funny again until fall is over.

Fall was always my least favorite season. The days grew shorter, the air colder, and it always felt like an ending. But the older I get, the more I’ve realized: fall is about beginnings, too.

There are so many ways for humans to fall—sometimes into mistakes, sometimes into change, sometimes into love. We fall behind, we fall apart, we fall asleep. We fall into favor, we fall out of favor, we even fall from grace… and sometimes we just plain fall and hope no one was around to witness it. 😉

I’ve fallen for a few things since returning to Nebraska - trailer but mostly I’ve fallen for this community, not just the people and the pace, or the way a crisp autumn morning feels on the brick streets—but the spirit of the season here.

I had the chance to attend Old Trusty Days over the weekend for the first time. I was enamored by the quilts on display - the extraordinary detail and labor of love that went into each one. I myself have been the recipient of many quilts over the years from that special grandmother I've mentioned before...and it's impossible not to think she was walking with me through the museum that day.

It seemed to me that Old Trusty Days is the beacon that calls fall into motion around Clay County. From here, the harvest will soon be upon us, long hours will go into the fields, celebrations will spark up, and the entire community will gather around it all. Fall in Clay Center isn’t just a season—it’s a rhythm, a reminder of what it means to work, to share, and to celebrate together.

So in an awkward transition from reflective to “I should probably let you know that I have some cool new stuff for you”, let me share some of the newest treasures of fall with y’all. ✨

🍎 New Room & Linen Sprays from:
Oak creek Farmhouse: Barnwood, Flannel, Hot Toddy, Apple Cider Donut, Caramel Pumpkin.

Aria Rose Bath Co.: Orchard Pear, Vanilla Coconut, Blush & Navy, Autumn.

🕯️ New Candles from Wax Buffalo: Chai, French Press, Cinnamon & Clove, Classic Pumpkin, and the Harvest Trio (Apple Cider, Classic Pumpkin, Pampas Grass).

🎃 Skinny Mixes - Pumpkin spice things: Big bottle, Natural Syrup and Sauce - People swear they are delicious - but gross (refer back to the post Day 426 in Clay Center).

🍷 New Wines for your collection: Mr. Lake Bardolino, Villa Jolanda Halloween Spumante, Histoire Merlot, No7 Baglietti Rosé, & Lambrusco

And to sweeten it all:
✨ 20% off everything in Clay Center (yes, even alcohol!) through Saturday, September 13th. ✨

Here’s to the season, and to all the ways we fall. 🍁

Side note: if any of the fabulous dresses, coats, and hats come up missing from the museum, it wasn't me. 😉

Pink Elephant's Log, Day 426: Never. Go. Down. Road. J. I pride myself on being an independent woman. I really do. And y...
09/02/2025

Pink Elephant's Log, Day 426: Never. Go. Down. Road. J.

I pride myself on being an independent woman. I really do. And yes, most of my independent woman things involve wearing a dress while doing said things.

I'm pretty good in most situations. I can change tires. Hell I can even change a light bulb. 🙂

So as I'm leaving Saturday for a delivery, the song "Holding out for a hero" is playing and of course I'm jamming along with it. And when it finished, I scoffed and said out loud, "I don't need a hero."

So you can now see where the story is going...

As karma would have it, 15 minutes later I would find that I actually did need a hero. I took the bus out for the delivery because I had to return to Hastings with it later that day. In my mind it was just more efficient.

More efficient until I turned down road J.

Grr. I was immediately stuck and I knew it. I'm pretty clever in those situations like this, but with a bus, nothing would have sufficed.

I had to call in a hero (insert deep, annoyed sigh that goes along with swallowing your pride).

These are fun things that people say after they hear you've been stuck on Road J:

1. Oh you never go down road J
2. Road J is a nightmare, you don't even bother. Even if somebody just spits on it, you're going to get stuck.
3. We pull people out of road J all the time.

😕😳🤔😑

So thank you karma for reminding me not to speak things like that into the universe. 🙂

But luckily, my hero came and got me out within a few minutes, we parked the bus at the Trailhead Tavern in Fairfield. My hero was kind enough to take me to complete my delivery...and the recipients were gracious enough to give me a big hug even though I was sopped from head to toe and my super cute boots were covered in mud.

Here I am, grinning to myself, delighted by the making of yet another cherished moment in Clay Center. The reminder of how kind people are, and how great an orange spice mule is with a group of good people in a cozy tavern.

Cookies, wine, painting, flower wearables, permanent jewelry!! Adams County Fair! North end activities building!The Chee...
07/20/2025

Cookies, wine, painting, flower wearables, permanent jewelry!!
Adams County Fair! North end activities building!

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