Summer Door Decor Class ~ Advanced Floral Designers

Summer Door Decor		Maximum 6 students                        10am to 2pm                             1/2 hour lunch Monday        May 20,2013 Advanced floral Designers

Overview This class will explore designs for your front door.  Make your door stunning.  We will be using fresh flowers that dry naturally and permanent materials, ribbons and accents.  We will hand tie a wreath form with fresh foliage’s that dry naturally.  Or a vertical presentation of curly willow branches with summer accents for your door.     Bring your door size & creativity….this will be a fun class! Objectives You will design with fresh flowers and execute new design techniques.  Just add your creative touch. ·       Wire wreath form ·       Curly willow branches Activities Each student will have materials provided to execute the design. 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 Fresh flowers and foliage’s and the wire wreath form will be provided for the design.  All designs are yours to take with you at the end of class. Flower selection will be seasonal and all wire, tape, glue, etc. will be provided. Class Registration To register for this class: Registration & Class Materials                     $125.00 This amount is due in full to reserve your design table.  Payment with any major credit card or by 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 class for a full refund.  After that a credit will be applied for classes in the future.

3 Day Hands on Advanced Floral Design Class

Advanced Floral class		Maximum 6 students 9am to 5pm         1 hour lunch           July 22,23 & 24th  2013 Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday

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.  Each day we will explore advanced design in each area.  This is a great way to let your creativity blossom with your professional skills. 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. Floral designs will NOT be taken apart to execute the next design.  All designs are yours to take with you at the end of class.  A great selection of Flowers to work with. Class Registration To register for this class: Registration & Class Materials                     $825.00~ 3 days Register for 1 day ~$300.00  call to reserve and pay for this one day.913-708-2988 This amount is due in full to reserve your design table.  Payment can be made with any major credit card or with Pay Pal. If you have completed the Explore Floral design and enrolling for this class please call to make your payment.   913-708-2988 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. Design by Wenonah Marlin    Student

Breathe Easier with Plants ~ Nesting Home & Garden

Breathe Easier with plants     by Hannah Woit
Nesting Home & Garden    

Six hard working houseplants that combat indoor air pollution.....

Cabin fever isn't the only downside of more time inside every winter:  Airborne toxin levels are higher indoors than out.  Before you run out and buy an electric air purifier, consider houseplants for a natural fix.  "Leaf surfaces and roots digest contaminants in the air," says Chris Raimondi, a horticulturist in Ho-Ho-Kus NJ. And they are effective:  Studies show people who work near plants are less likely to suffer from fatigue, headaches, and sore throats.

Bedroom plant:  Gerbera Daisy  gerbera jamesonii

If you have ample light, place this colorful flowering plant in your bedroom, near where you air out freshly dry cleaned clothes.  It reduces levels of benzene, a chemical solvent used for dry cleaning that can compromise your immune system and has been linked to anemia.
light: bright light      Humidity: medium      Temperature:  45-65 degrees

Bathroom plant: Janet Craig    dracaena deremensis

This plant lowers levels of the toxin trichloroethylene, linked to kidney and liver cancers and lymphoma, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.  Often in paints, TCE can also be released into the air if you take a hot shower in TCE contaminated water.
light: medium      Humidity: medium      Temperature: 60-75 degrees


Kitchen plant:  English Ivy    hedera helix

This plant is easy to grow and is particularly good at removing formaldehyde, a respiratory irritant, which can enter the air when you use some dishwashing liquids and disinfectants.  Pressed-wood products such as cabinets and tables may also emit it.
light: medium      Humidity: high      Temperature: 50-70 degrees


Hallway plant:   Peace Lily    Spathiphyllum "mauna Loa"

Nasa researchers discovered that this white-flowering plant is among the best for lowering levels of TCE and benzene, making it a powerful detoxifier for any room.  Place one in a hallway with some light so it can prevent the spread of pollutants between rooms.
light: medium-low      Humidity: medium      Temperature: 55-75 degrees


Laundry Room plant: Boston Fern    nephrolepis exaltata

This detoxing standout is the most effective houseplant for reducing formaldehyde.  Also a possible carcinogen, the toxin is present in some fabric softeners and carpet cleaners and can be emitted by certain wallpapers and paints.
light: medium       Humidity: high      Temperature: 50-75 degrees


Attached Garage plant: Golden Pothos    Epipremnum aurem

In a study published in the American Society of Horticultural Science's journal Hort Technology, this plant performed well in removing ozone, a respiratory irritant present in auto emissions.   Place one of these hardy ivies near the door connecting your house and garage.
light: low to medium      Humidity: medium      Temperature:  65-75 degrees


January 2013 Prevention Magazine article

Butterflies, Moths & Flower images....

I am not the photographer of these beautiful images but wanted to share these with you....Butterflies, Moths, and Flowers....

Advanced Floral Design Class June 17,18 & 19th

Advanced Floral class		Maximum 6 students 9am to 5pm         1 hour lunch           June 17-18 & 19th  2013 Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday

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.  Each day will explore advanced design in each area.  This is a great way to let your creativity blossom with your professional skills. 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. Floral designs will NOT be taken apart to execute the next design.  All designs are yours to take with you at the end of class.  A great selection of Flowers to work with. Class Registration To register for this class: Registration & Class Materials                     $825.00* single day registration $300.00 call to register for single class.  913-708-2988 This amount is due in full to reserve your design table.  Payment can be made with any major credit card or with Pay Pal. If you have completed the Explore Floral design and enrolling for this class please call to make your payment.   913-708-2988 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. Thank you, Christina Design by Wenonah Marlin   Student