Thursday, September 27, 2012

Advanced Floral Class November 5, 6 & 7th

Advanced Floral class
Maximum 6 students
9am to 5pm 1 hour lunch
November 5, 6 & 7th 2012

Overview
This class is for a professional floral designer. We will explore the advanced techniques and styles of design. These techniques will enable you to take your floral knowledge to the next level. One day will focus on floral art and composing a form for the table top in an artistic design.

Objectives
You will design with fresh flowers and execute new design techniques. Just add your creative touch.
• Day one/ Wedding Flowers
• Day two/ Large Scale design
• Day three/ Floral Art design

Activities
Each student will have materials provided to execute the design. Designs will be available for the student to take with them after class daily.

Floral Design Tools
Each student should bring a design knife, sharp scissors and or pruners. If you do not have these tools, they are available in the classroom to purchase. Any other tools necessary for the class will be available to use.

Evaluation
A certificate of completion of this class will be available upon request.

Materials
Flower selection will be seasonal and all wire, tape, glue, etc. will be provided.

Class Registration

To register for this class:
Registration & Class Materials
$825.00
This amount is due in full to reserve your design table. Payment can be made with any major credit card or with Pay Pal.

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=ACX4D5D7XS75U

Cancelation of your space in the class is allowed up to 14 days before class for a full refund. After that a credit will be applied for classes in the future.

Basic Floral Design Class on Mondays 1-7-13 to 3-11-13


Basic Floral Design		Maximum 6 students 9am to 5pm 1hour lunch Monday Class 10 days from Jan 7,2013 -- March 11,2013

Overview

This 2 week Basic Floral Design Class will teach the basic principals of floral design. Each day will have a morning lecture and afternoon of hands on designing. Students will participate in the processing and handling of fresh flowers each day for the lab session. The students will be trained to execute all basic forms of design to apply for a floral designer position. This class offers business information on pricing for profit. We recommend additional business classes for retail Flower Shop operations. The students will have a final exam on materials covered during lectures.

FLOWERS are beautiful creations, the curiosity and enthusiasm for information on FLOWERS is contagious. Take yourself somewhere new….to the Flower Classroom. Learn to be a FLOWER expert.

Objectives

· Introduction to design

· American Floral Trends Forecast

· Color terms and theory

· Processing and handling of fresh flowers

· Flower & Foliage identification

· Blooming and Green Plants for interiors

· Hands on design of basic forms of design

· Techniques in design

· Wedding Bouquets

· Flowers to wear

· Sympathy Tributes

· Every day designs

· Plan a Party

· Pricing of floral products

· Salesmanship with FLOWERS

· Handling Customer complaints

Activities

Each student will have materials provided to execute all designs. The classroom also has additional books, supplies and flowers for purchase. This allows students to practice additional designs at home.

We will cover the Principles, Elements & Techniques of Design

· Balance, Emphasis, Harmony, Proportion, Rhythm & Unity

· Color, Form, Line, Space & Texture

· Bailing, Banding, Binding, Bunching, Clustering, Detailing, Facing, Framing, Grouping, Hand Tying, Kubari, Lacing, Layering, Mirroring, Pave, Pillowing, Sequencing, Sheltering, Stacking, Terracing, Tufting, Veiling, Wrapping & Zoning.

Floral Design Tools

The Flower Classroom provides a Notebook of Floral information, Color Wheel and a California Flower Selection guide.

Students should bring something for note taking and a hand held calculator.

Students should bring a design knife, sharp scissors and or pruners. The classroom has assorted tools available to use, new floral tools are available in the classroom to purchase. Any other tools necessary for the class will be available to use.

Evaluation

A certificate of completion of this class will be available with a passing grade on the final exam.

Christina Burton-Fox AIFD instructor

PayPal link for payment of Class

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=6GVU2NZZXKQH6

FLOWERS are beautiful creations. The curiosity and enthusiasm for information about flowers is contagious. Enroll in the Flower Classroom for the most up to date information….when the ordinary won’t do…take yourself somewhere new!

Materials

Fresh flowers and foliage’s and the containers will be provided for all the designs. These designs are yours to take with you at the end of each class day.

Flower selection will be seasonal. The classroom will have a wide selection of flowers to choose from for design execution. You will have permanent materials and all wire, tape, glue, etc. will be provided. Additional materials, fresh flowers & foliage’s can be purchased for continued practice outside of the classroom.

Styles of Design

· Botanical

· Circular Mass

· Formal Linear

· Line-Mass

· Triangular

· Vegetative

Class Registration

70 hours classroom time

Registration & Class Materials for a 10-day class.

$2,235.00

This amount is due in full to reserve your design table. Payment can be made with any major credit card or with Pay Pal.

Cancelation of your space in the class is allowed up to 14 days before class for a full refund. After that a credit will be applied for classes in the future.

Calendula...images by Tom Flowerman

Calendula....so beautiful..

Images by Tom Flowerman

I wanted to share these beautiful images of Calendula. Enjoy!

A wonderful stem to design with in the Fall.

Christina

Unsure how to view the class schedule or how to sign up for a class.....email me at: flowerclassroom@gmail.com I will be glad to answer any question at: 913-708-2988 thanks! Christina Burton-Fox AIFD

Friday, September 14, 2012

Floral Art and Fashion Photos

I wanted to share these very inspirational photos of floral art & fashion. How stunning these images are, and how much fun would it be to plan and execute these designs.

I do believe I live on the right side! Such a great ad....
Christina

Cool photo of the Flower Classroom

This is a very cool photo that my son took of the classroom....

Christina

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Mum's the Word

These beautiful mums by Tom Flowerman.....mum's the word today. Enjoy!

Christina

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Beautiful Fall Flowers for the Antique District Shops

These designs were delivered to my neighbors in the Historic West Bottoms in the Antique District which is just 2 blocks from the Flower Classroom.

Had a fantastic time meeting the shop owners and vendors in booth spaces setting up for the First Friday, Saturday & Sunday Weekend. There are 19+ buildings full of fantastic antiques. I also made it to our Urban Winery Amigoni, next door Genessee Royale Bistro....yumm.

I am just across the street from Woodsweather Cafe....a great place to have a yummy burger.

Check out these wonderful neighbors of mine, I am excited to be in the Historic West Bottoms with them.

Flower Classroom new info cards

The New info cards...sneak peak!

I did the flower illustrations and had a blast.....can't wait till they arrive to start passing them out.

Christina

New Business Cards...sneak peak

New Business Cards! a sneak peak....

These were designed by my friend Doug at Kdog photography in Westport....great job Doug!

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Floral Class- DIY Bride Evening Class 5pm to 9pm October 9, 2012

Floral Class - DIY Bride Wedding Class

Maximum 8 students

5pm to 9pm

October 9, 2012

Overview

This class will give you basic skills to hand tie a wedding bouquet and assemble a simple centerpiece. This is perfect for the DIY Bride!

Plan this with your bridesmaids or friends for an evening of floral fun.

Objectives

You will design with fresh flowers and execute new design techniques.

Activities

Each student will have all the necessary flowers and materials to hand tie a wedding bouquet and assemble a centerpiece.

If you were interested in assembling a wedding bouquet with exact flowers you would have on your wedding day…we can arrange that!

Call me to discuss this and I will provide the cost of those select flowers you are requesting. This will require ordering 14 days prior to the class for this list of flowers.

Evaluation

A certificate of completion of this class will be available upon request.

Materials

Fresh flowers and foliage’s, containers and all permanent accessories.

These designs are yours to take home at the end of class.

The flower selection will be seasonal and all wire, tape, glue, ribbon will be available.

Class Registration

To register for this class:

Registration & Class Materials

$125.00

This amount is due in full to reserve your design table. Payment can be made with any major credit card or with Pay Pal.

A link is provided for Pay Pal

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=YUHUH7ZK2PJSA

Cancelation of your space in the class is allowed up to 14 days before a class for a full refund. After that a credit will be applied for classes in the future.

3 Hour Fun Floral Experience for 2

Join the Beginner class that shares: How to design your flowers, keep your flowers FRESH longer, learn more about color combinations, and just " how we do it". You will go home with a beautiful floral design and 3 hours of fun with someone special. The class is by appointment for 2, Monday - Friday, some Saturdays at 10am or 3pm cost: $250.00 payable by Venmo or PayPal invoice use the contact form above to message me your appointment information text/phone 913-708-2988 see you soon! Christina

Floral Designer Training

Explore Floral Design

12 Days

10-6pm ( 1 hour for lunch)

84 hours hands on training

1 student -private training

by appointment....take the class 2-3 days in a row for 4-6 weeks, 12 consecutive days, or schedule 1 day for 12 months. We create together your time frame to learn floral design.

$4,800.00

A (re-fresh)new Products, containers, techniques & supplies to work and learn with. You will create a minimum of 45+ designs in these 12 days. All designs are yours daily to take home.

* Business Day add on day/class $ 150.00 ( good for students opening a home floral studio, flower shop, special event specialist).

( this class price is only for the EFD training)

read reviews from students below

questions ?? I love to answer questions!

913-708-2988 phone/text

Flowerclassroom@gmail.com

jobs are available!!! We all love to learn new things!

Christina Burton-Fox AIFD

floral artist & instructor

Raves & Reviews

I was looking for a refresher floral design class, where I could build on the skills I learned years ago and learn new skills, and that’s exactly what I found. Christina is a talented and knowledgeable floral artist and instructor who presents a well prepared curriculum. I was pleased with the abundance and variety of flowers we were given to work with, the tools we were given and the pleasantness of the classroom. The 12 day class I took is not an easy workshop style course. I was challenged and at times discouraged, but I learned so much and was delighted with many of the designs I was able to make with Christina’s instruction and guidance. She won’t let you off easy, and even asked a classmate to throw her design in the trash and start over(!) but I liked that, because I was there to learn and learn I did! She sometimes questioned my choices and placements when I was headed the wrong directions with a design but she didn’t give up on me or my designs. I also learned a great deal about the marketing and business side of the profession. I believe with hard work and ongoing practice this class could prepare a student like me to work in the floral industry. I have gained a connection with a world-known floral artist who is willing to offer ideas and advice in the future. I have benefited greatly from the resources Christina shared with us in the form of websites, email lists, floral design books and connections with wholesale houses. I would love to go back someday and take some of the specialized design classes she offers. The class was worth my time, effort and money. I would highly recommend it. Receiving my completion certificate at the end was very rewarding for me!
The flower classroom is a place to study serious floral design in a fun relaxed atmosphere. It is for those who want to become a professional florist to for those who just want to improve their designs for personal use. Tammy Ivy
Dear Miss Tina, I would like to tell you how much I enjoyed your class. It was such a wonderful experience. I had looked for such a long time to find a class where I could learn more about floral design. I could not have imagined a class such as yours! From flower processing to design elements; your teaching style allowed me to learn and understand so much more about this creative field. I am forever thankful to you. You have given me a great deal of insight into the floral industry, and opened my eyes to endless possibilities for myself. Thank you for sharing your gifts with others! Sincerely, Errica Parsons
Learning from Christina has been so helpful in so many ways. She is very willing to give good advice in order to help you achieve whatever your floral dream might be. After taking the 12 day basic floral design class I am happy to continue to invest in myself and take her 5 day advanced class also. At the end of the day, you go home with beautiful floral designs that you are also proud enough to give away. I feel blessed to have found her. Vicki Gayle
Anyone wanting to learn about floral design should enroll in the "explore floral design" series of classes. Christina's "Explore Floral Design " classes cover every aspect of floral design from the proper handling of fresh floral materials, the materials used in floral design,color and design theory,the mechanics of floral design as well as the "business of floral design. The course content is well organized. The studio setting is pleasant with more than adequate space and equipment. Christina supplies the clases with a wide variety of materials for studetn use. Group instruction is enhanced with a one-on-one guidance as needed. If you have an interest in floral design, you'll be glad you enrolled. Beth Ball
Christina knows flowers and the flower business! At the flower classroom she will teach you in an easy, laid back and practical style. Lee Ann
Christina I can't thank you enough for this wonderful experience with you at the flower classroom. I have grown so much professionally. I feel like a butterfly with new wings. :) I would love to continue to work with you and learn from you. You are the best! Lee Ann
Christina is an amazing instructor! What makes a great instructor? Competence in the subject , ingenuity & creativity, the ability to understand & work with people, the desire to share,give time & effort to support others in achieving high level skills. This defines Christina and the experience you will have as a student in her classroom's explore floral design class. Knowing nothing about handling fresh cut flowers,however I graduated after 10 weeks with a well-informed knowledge base, hours of practice at a newly acquired skill and a mentor for life!! Thank you, Christina from Sheryl Ewert (student)
Groupon/Awesome class. Will sign up for the next one soon!
Groupon/Great experience!
Groupon/It was worth the money just to take home your own arrangement of beautiful flowers.
Groupon/Christina M. Burton AIFD is an amazing instructor. Would consider further classes at flower classroom.
Groupon/Such a fun class. Beautiful flowers. Really learned alot about floral design and care for floral arrangements.
Groupon/Had a wonderful time with Christina, she is a great teacher and explains the art of arranging so I could understand. We all after her instructions were able to complete a beautiful bouquet to take home.
Groupon/The class was so educational and entertaining. Only 6 people can attend each session so you get hands on attention and instruction. The owner is very nice and is a great teacher. The project you leave with is beautiful.
Explore Floral Design class is a great way to learn the basics of floral design. Christina is an amazing teacher. I loved this class and am looking forward to taking her advanced classes. Shaina Jo Maag
Explore Floral Design class was wonderful. If you want to learn about designing flowers this class is a must. Christina breaks the content up into very managable pieces & continues to give suggestions on techniques to embelish your design. In the course you are exposed to all the greens and flowers that exist in the current market. Step out of the box and explore flower design. You will enjoy the class, Joyce Mc Mahon
What an exciting class. If you love flowers you will love this class and you will learn how to design flower arrangements. Christina is very helpful in showing you the "how to" to make beautiful flower arrangements that will please you and your friends. (explore floral design class) Mary Lou Heine
Christina, Thank you so much for being a part of this years Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Campaign. It's support like yours that makes our fight against blood cancers possible! The flowers were so beautiful!! Thanks again, Matt Seithel & Staff Man & Woman of the Year Event
I loved the Flower Classroom! I learned so much & had so much fun. She taught so many different designs and helped me understand deeper into the designs and that you can do so much with your designs. The class is above and beyond, I loved how many arrangments I took home with a vast array of flowers in them. Meagan McGarrah
Great Experience!! We were able to design with a wide selection of beautiful flowers, awesome opportunity. I'm very visual & loved watching you deign in demos to show how to add creative touches and take our design a step above. I learned much more than basic design, Thank you!! Cindy Heckman
Groupon/ The class was wonderful. I signed up with my mom and a friend with the intent of a ladies night out. The class was well structured, the establishment was very clean and the teacher was fantastic. I couldn't have asked for anything more.
Groupon/ Really enjoyed the class and would definitely visit the Flower Classroom again.
Groupon/ It was a wonderful class!! I had alot of fun, learned alot, and it ignited a desire to do more with FLOWERS.
Groupon/ Truly enjoyed my experience, learned much, and came home to redo my existing flower arrangements!! Definitely recommend the Classroom and the instructor!!

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

Advanced Floral Class November 5, 6 & 7th

Basic Floral Design Class on Mondays 1-7-13 to 3-11-13

Overview

Objectives

Activities

Floral Design Tools

Evaluation

Materials

Class Registration

Calendula...images by Tom Flowerman

Friday, September 14, 2012

Floral Art and Fashion Photos

Cool photo of the Flower Classroom

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Mum's the Word

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Beautiful Fall Flowers for the Antique District Shops

Flower Classroom new info cards

New Business Cards...sneak peak

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Floral Class- DIY Bride Evening Class 5pm to 9pm October 9, 2012

Overview

Objectives

Activities

Evaluation

Materials

Class Registration

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