Floral School- floristry course flower arranging tips

Floral Art School Of Australia
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International Floral Design School

Flower Arranging Tips. Throughout the floristry course we will share all the tips, techniques and shortcuts of the floristry trade with you.

The Principles of Good Design. You will learn the basic principles used in flower arranging to ensure each floral design has that professional finish.

Wiring and Taping Stems
We will teach you how to wire flowers for extra support and cover stems with floral tape.

Special Wiring Techniques. You will be taught special wiring techniques for camellias, gardenias, orchids, gladioli, roses and hyacinths.

Ribbons - The various types and widths of ribbon used in floristry and where to use each type. How to make bows, ribbon loops and streamers. How to cover a bouquet handle with ribbon.

Flowers and Foliage A-Z - Flowers and foliage most commonly used in floristry. The seasons when they are available. Special treatment and wiring instructions for each variety.

LISTED BELOW ARE THE TEN PRACTICAL FLORISTRY LESSONS IN THE FIRST TERM.

Lesson No. 1 - Corsages.
You will learn to make corsages. Correct wiring and taping methods. Where to position flowers and leaves. How to add extra glamour with ribbon and present your corsages attractively in an acetate box or a cellophane bag.

Lesson No. 2 - Flower Girl or Gift Basket.
We show you how easy it is to make up a lovely basket of flowers finished off with a ribbon bow and streamers.

Lesson No. 3 - Victorian Posy.
You will be able to create a delightful posy of flowers surrounded with leaves.

Lesson No. 4 - European Floral Design.
The latest trend in flower arranging. This popular design is quick to make and very stylish.

Lesson No. 5 - Triangular Bowl Arrangement.
How to arrange flowers in an upright triangular shape. What length to cut each stem. Where to position each flower. How to wrap your arrangement attractively in cellophane.

Lesson No. 6 - Wreath.
You will learn how to make a funeral tribute. Foliage is placed around the edges to give the correct shape. Where to place feature, secondary and filler flowers.

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