Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Florists Review & Flower Classroom tip of the week…….

Florists Review & Flower Classroom tips of the week

November 19, 2013

Save on supplies

For very tall containers and opaque vases, rather than filling the entire height with floral foam, fill the bottom with chicken wire, packing peanuts or other filler. Place a small plastic liner atop the filler and use this to hold your floral foam. You’ll get the same wow-worthy impact with your floral arrangement, but you won’t be wasting excess floral foam.

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~ Adding a small zip lock bag of sand will give additional weight to the tall vessel and floral design atop.

~ Flowers love water…so don't rule out just filling your vessel with water and then a chicken wire structure to design thru for stabilized stem placement.

~ If this is a delivery to a client add care intstructions specific to the design structure…your customer will be greatful for the proper care and handling of the FLOWERS.

~It's not just about saving on supplies….but creating a beautiful design with all the right mechanics!!!

Monday, November 11, 2013

Floral Design inspiration….

This design I created for the Hobbs & Flower Classroom Open House in October. Today this design still sits atop the table in it's dried form and remains quite beautiful.

The outside vessel from Accent Decor, holds within a pinecone wreath form then another glass vessel which I took aspidistra leaves and wound them inside this vessel. As I reached a center point I added the rose hips tucked within this area, then added a shallow water source.

As the water evaporated the rose hips began to dry, the aspidistra & lily grass is still dark green and looking quite beautiful.

The brown vine material is artificial. I love to include all types of materials together in design, especially materials that will also dry naturally…extending the design shelf life.

Christina

Flower Classroom & Florists Review tip of the week…."Shop Small" Small Business Saturday November 26, 2013

November 11, 2013

Encourage customers to “Shop Small”

As we mark Veterans Day today, we look ahead to the busy time in two weeks that includes both Thanksgiving and Hanukkah. But there’s another “holiday” that week that is worth promoting.

Small Business Saturday – local retailers’ answer to Black Friday – is in its fourth year of encouraging holiday shoppers to keep their dollars in their communities.

There’s still time to promote your own Small Business Saturday plans for Nov. 30. Use your website, blog, Facebook and Twitter to get the word out quickly. Piggyback on your holiday deliveries with a verbal reminder or a quickly printed flier to accompany arrangements.

To encourage lots of foot traffic, offer a special perk for that day only, such as an exclusive arrangement or a deep discount on a single item or category.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Succulents…one of the best plants!

1. They’re low-maintenance.

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As long as they’re kept in sunny spots, they only need to be watered about once a week in the summer and once a month in the winter.

2. They come in all kinds of colors.

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4. They’re trippy.

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‘Sup Fibonacci.

5. They like hanging out*.

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*hahahahahahahah. Succulent lovers are prone to anthropomorphization. Directionshere.

6. They can live in teacups!

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A quick note about planters: the man who I buy my succulents from, who has run the same wonderful succulent nursery in New York for the past 35 years, strongly recommends only putting them in planters that can drain. They’re hearty little guys and conditions can vary, but if you’d like to be on the safe side, make sure to have a hole or two in the bottom of any planter you might make or buy.

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7. They can live in teacups ON LADDERS.

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8. And in birdcages.

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They will never be tamed.

9. In trucks.

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“Truckulents.”

10. In treasure chests.

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11. And in mercury vases.

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Here’s how to make these.

12. They can help you find your seat.

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14. Gravity doesn’t concern them.

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Find out how to make a vertical succulent garden here.

15. They’ll add some green to your dinner table.

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16. They appreciate a good book.

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Planter available here.

18. They make excellent party favors.

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Hi Henry. Hi Jane.

Directions here.

19. And beautiful year-round wreaths.

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Directions here.

20. They’ll dress up any cupcake.

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Directions here.

21. They dig wine as much as you do.

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Planter available here.

22. Like, every part of the bottle.

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Find out how to make them here.

23. They can become LIVING JEWELRY.

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Technically these are air plants, which aren’t the same as succulents, but they’re often displayed together and most importantly, this ring is the coolest thing I’ve ever seen.

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Available here.

25. They can live in houses like little people.

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Here is how to make them yourself.

26. They can provide a poor balding statue with a glorious head of hair.

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I beg of you, read this entire webpage, it is pure poetry.

27. They’re the perfect companions for special occasions.

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Here is how to make your own succulent corsage and boutonniere.

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By Bel Fiore Designs.

29. They like to hang out with Totoro.

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As should we all.

30. Also dinosaurs.

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31. And best of all: you can use their cuttings to grow more succulents.

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They’re like little green phoenixes, rising from the soil to bring us hope and joy.

32. Here’s a trophy for you, succulents. You deserve it.

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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

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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)

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questions ?? I love to answer questions!

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

Christina Burton-Fox AIFD

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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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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Florists Review & Flower Classroom tip of the week…….

Save on supplies

Monday, November 11, 2013

Floral Design inspiration….

Flower Classroom & Florists Review tip of the week…."Shop Small" Small Business Saturday November 26, 2013

Encourage customers to “Shop Small”

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Succulents…one of the best plants!

1. They’re low-maintenance.

2. They come in all kinds of colors.

4. They’re trippy.

5. They like hanging out*.

6. They can live in teacups!

7. They can live in teacups ON LADDERS.

8. And in birdcages.

9. In trucks.

10. In treasure chests.

11. And in mercury vases.

12. They can help you find your seat.

14. Gravity doesn’t concern them.

15. They’ll add some green to your dinner table.

16. They appreciate a good book.

18. They make excellent party favors.

19. And beautiful year-round wreaths.

20. They’ll dress up any cupcake.

21. They dig wine as much as you do.

22. Like, every part of the bottle.

23. They can become LIVING JEWELRY.

25. They can live in houses like little people.

26. They can provide a poor balding statue with a glorious head of hair.

27. They’re the perfect companions for special occasions.

29. They like to hang out with Totoro.

30. Also dinosaurs.

31. And best of all: you can use their cuttings to grow more succulents.

32. Here’s a trophy for you, succulents. You deserve it.

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