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In Season Chrysanthemum
Cover Photo design by Lea Romanowski, CAFA, CAFD, AIFD, CFD, CFEJ, from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD BOTANICAL NAME • Chrysanthemum × morifolium (formerly Dendranthema × grandiflorum)...
Enter FR’s Latest Best in Blooms Design Contest
Submission for the Florists' Review BEST IN BLOOMS November 2022 Contest Sponsored by Smithers Oasis and Alexandra Farms Enter our next round of Best in Blooms Design Contest today! Enter for your chance to win a Florist Spotlight feature in Florists'...
Florists’ 2023 Trends Report: Sneak Peek Webinar September 21st
Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 21st at 2:30 pm EST for a Free Webinar Florists’ 2023 Trends Report: Sneak Peek Webinar Presented by BloomNation and Florists' Review Join us for an invite-only sneak peek of the Florists’ 2023 Trends Report compiled by BloomNation....
SAF Held its 137th Annual Convention in Orlando
By Nita Robertson AIFD, CFD SAF held its 137th annual convention in Orlando, Florida, from September 6th-8th. This annual event brings together all segments of the floral industry with in-person networking, keynote speakers, educational sessions, a Supplier Expo, and...
2022 “Garden Rose Design Contest” Winners
Meet the winners of Alexandra Farms’ fifth-annual garden rose design. For the fifth consecutive year, Alexandra Farms—the premier grower of premium garden roses in the world—hosted its highly anticipated “Garden Rose Design Contest.” This annual event invites...
Winning the War for Workers
How to recruit and retain in a candidate-driven market. By Phillip M. Perry Businesses large and small are having a tough time finding and keeping enough employees. It’s not only florists! Traditional top-down dynamics between employers and job-seekers no longer seem...
“Best in Blooms”
Meet the winner and finalists in FR’s latest bimonthly flower design contest. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Florists’ Review is excited to present the winner of and finalists in our September “Best in Blooms” flower design contest. We received more than 40...
Florist Spotlight: Rodrigo “Varito” Vásquez, AIFD, CFD, FSMD, FPCF
Rodrigo “Varito” Vásquez, AIFD, CFD, FSMD, FPCF Floral director at The Special Event Resource & Design Group Owner of R.Varito Designs & Institute LLC West Palm Beach, Fla. Rodrigo “Varito” Vásquez, AIFD, CFD, FSMD, FPCF Every floral designer’s hope is to...
Trends in Decorative Accessories
A look at what’s hot in 2022 in the world of home accents—trends that impact not only your giftware buying but also your floral design styling. By Andrew Joseph Accents. We’re not talking about twangs and drawls or whatever one calls the older Boston voice; no, we’re...
Houseplant Trends and Marketing Tips
Consumer interest in houseplants is at an all-time high, and it shows no sign of waning. Here are the latest info on today’s houseplant market, along with the hottest trends and most creative marketing ideas. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Houseplants not only improve...
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Foam Free Design with Tubes and Branches by Mike Boerma
During this video, Mike makes a Foam Free Flower Arrangement using tubes and branches.
How To Make A Pot Of Autumn Flowers With Pumpkin Detail
Well, it’s the end of the summer and I found these really cute little pumpkins in a local shop. They were the perfect decor for creating a fun autumnal design, so using my old damaged crock pot, we have made a design that would look great for a harvest festival or Halloween party!
How to Wrap a Rose Hand Bouquet || Korean Bouquet Wrapping Ideas
Korean Floral Wraps bring a bit of elegance to your designs. Learn how here!
Autumnal Altar Design
Place floral foam into an urn container, and secure the foam with waterproof tape.
Winding Callas
Calla stems can be manipulated into beautiful curvilinear shapes for the creation of dramatic floral designs. Sometimes, the standard manipulation techniques are not sufficient for extreme shaping. In this Tulip Tuesday video how-to demonstration Leanne shares a novel technique for shaping callas. Enjoy!
Floral Elegant Fall Gold Ring Wreath – Gold Burgundy Cotton Flower
Easily make an elegant fall wreath that elevates any front door with just a few simple materials.
4 Ways to Reuse your Flower Boxes!
As florists, we deal with a lot of potential waste from the boxes and packaging that our product is delivered in. Learn from @Hitomi Gilliam AIFD how to reuse instead of throwing your boxes away!
Vibrant Late-season Bridal Bouquet
Loop flat cane into a circle, and staple. Create additional swirling circles, stapling each to attach to itself. Repeat with multiple pieces of flat cane until you have the desired amount.
Introduction to Colorstrology September Baja Blue
Our focus for the month is Baja Blue, the birth colour in September. We explore the meaning of the colour based on Colorstrology (by Michelle Bernhardt), along with different flower varieties in this colour palette. Baja Blue is discerning, artistic and divine. Are...
Inside Pioneer Imports & Wholesale
Inside US-Based Floral Businesses: A Look at the Design Team with a Pulse on Permanent Botanicals In the distance, pristine warehouse racks and the sound of cart wheels can be seen and heard. In the foreground is a welcoming arch of baskets spilling with flowers, like...
Blooms across California’s Central Coast
In late July coastal towns of central California were transformed into displays of floral artistry celebrating the 30th anniversary of Florabundance. Full article here Source: floraldaily US: Blooms across California's Central Coast to celebrate 30 years of...
The Gateway To The Americas Floral Design Competition 2024
Celebrating Floral Excellence: The Gateway To The Americas International Floral Design Competition 2024 By Nita Robertson AIFD Last week in Panama, floral designers from around the world gathered to compete in the Gateway to the Americas Cup Floral Design Competition....
Principles and Elements of Floral Design
Learning the proper principles, elements, mechanics and techniques to achieve floral design mastery will help you to expand your skills and truly enjoy the artform. Sharon McGukin AIFD, Smithers-Oasis Design Director, shares her knowledge on the foundation of floral...
Georgia Governor Proclaims September Balloon Month
This recognition highlights the joy balloons bring and the significant economic impact of the balloon industry in Georgia and worldwide, achieved with the support of Bob Burton, COO of burton + BURTON® Full press release below Source: burton and Burton Georgia...
Strategies for Marketing Flowers to Gen Z
Here are some innovative strategies to help you connect with this unique generation and grow your floral business. Full Article Here- Source Rio Roses From Petals to Profits: 6 Strategies for Marketing Flowers to Gen Z August 19, 2024 Rio Roses Floral...
Leanne Kesler receives SAFs lifetime achievement award
By Nita Robertson Leanne Kesler AIFD, CFD, PFCI, AAF, FDI receives a prestigious lifetime achievement award Congratulations to Leanne Kesler on receiving the prestigious Tommy Bright Award from the Society of American Florists (SAF)! As the owner and education...
Italian Destination Wedding
What if your client's ideal wedding venue is located far from home or even on the other side of the globe? Mayesh can help you overcome the hurdles of planning destination weddings, making the journey from dream to reality smoother and more seamless. Read Full Article...
AIFD Welcomes New Inductees
The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD®) proudly announces the induction of its newest members during the prestigious “Emerge” Symposium held in Orlando, FL, July 2-6, 2024. Full Press Release Below Source: AIFD American Institute of Floral Designers...
