flower classroom: November 2018

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Oasis Idea Weekly

November 2018

He Created Floral Doorway Art. They Became a Traffic-Stopping Sensation.

Can floral doorway displays showcase your flower artistry and promote your business for a decade?

They can when your designs are so sensationally gorgeous they literally stop traffic.

Internationally-acclaimed florist Neill Strain and his team build larger-than-life seasonal exterior installations that create visual pathways into the store.

The just-installed 2018 Holiday Display at Neill Strain Floral Couture in London, England .

In 2008, these signature floral doorways successfully introduced Neill's boutique to the affluent Central London District of Belgravia.

And then his on-trend outdoor designs became a social media sensation as did the boutique.

In this week's IDEA Weekly blog, Neill shares his insights on how you can use floral doorway displays that showcase your floral art and put your floral business on the map.

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Floral Design IDEAS Video

How to quickly add zest and heart to arrangements

Smither-Oasis Floral Design Director Frank Feysa AIFD, CFD, PFCI gives some quick tips for how to add zest and "heart" to your designs with adhesive-backed felt shapes. Video length is 45 seconds.

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Christina Burton-Fox AIFD floral artist & instructor

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SLOW FLOWERS Member PR Opportunity:
Houzz.com Thanksgiving & Holiday Editorial

Thanksgiving Submissions: Due 11/16

Share your THANKSGIVING Flowers!
Slow Flowers is a HOUZZ.COM contributor and that means Slow Flowers members enjoy an editorial benefit! We're compiling a gallery of the best tablescapes and centerpieces to showcase floral ideas for readers' Thanksgiving feasts and you're invited to participate in this PR opportunity. Here's what to do:

Submit up to 3 images of your designed/arranged centerpiece creations suitable for Thanksgiving decor
Include a brief list of ingredients (farm source list preferred)
Deadline: Friday, November 16th
Send to debraprinzing@gmail.com

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Holiday Submissions: Due 12/7

Share your HOLIDAY Wreaths & Centerpiece Ideas!
Slow Flowers has a December HOUZZ.COM piece planned, too -- share your Wreaths and Centerpieces to showcase Holiday & Home Decor ideas. Here's what to do:

Submit up to 3 images of your designs for December Holiday decor
Include a brief list of ingredients (farm source list preferred)
Deadline: Friday, Dec. 7th
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Christina Burton-Fox AIFD floral artist & instructor

Thursday, November 8, 2018

Grand Central Floral Newsletter

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Industry Superstars Shine Bright at WF&FSA 2018-Check Out Our 25 Most Favorite Moments!

Close to 750 wholesale floral industry professionals from around the world came together for WF&FSA’s 2018 Floral Distribution Conference in Miami, including more than 100 exhibitors and 200 wholesalers. The event featured a highly anticipated global panelist session... Read More

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Rock Stars of the Industry

Petal It Forward Delivers Joy, Tears and Inspiration

The Society of American Florists’ 2018 Petal It Forward initiative brought out the best in people all over the country, reminding them of the powerful, positive effect of flowers on individuals’ lives, and giving florists an... Read More

Tricks of the Fresh Cut Trade

PHOTO GALLERY: 15 Stylish Thanksgiving Table Settings

From easy, elegant place settings to personalized mini pumpkins to bright, vivid oranges and rich browns, you are sure to find something you will love in these photos of beautiful table settings, centerpieces and... Read More

Tricks of the Plant Trade

Succulent Plants: 11 Types of Succulents and How to Care for Them

The succulent trend is showing no sign of slowing down, as their unique appearance, hardiness and versatility has made them incredibly popular amongst green and black thumbs. Succulent plants come in a huge... Read More

Industry Events

2019 China International Floriculture Trade Fair (Flower Expo China); March 17th -19th; Guangzhou International Sourcing Centre, China

The Flower Expo China 2019 is a professional exhibition with global influence that is sure to be spectacular! Plan to attend the Flower Expo China 2019 held in... Read More

Career Builders

Productivity-Boosting Scents: Grand Central Floral

Scent can be an incredible ally when it comes to health. For example, they can help you calm down or have an invigorating effect. They can help lull you to sleep and even act as a mild painkiller! But what most people... Read More

Colors and Trends

How To Make Gorgeous ‘Roses’ Out Of Fall Leaves

The secret to these autumn blooms is freshly fallen, dry leaves. You’ll need to gather about 10 leaves to make each flower. That shouldn’t be a hard task at all. Just walk out your door and scoop up a few vivid handfuls... Read More

Tech Tips

2nd Annual #FlowerLoveVideoContest

The 2nd Annual #FlowerLoveVideoContest is underway! We are looking for videos of all kinds: testimonials, skits, animation, pets and flowers, giving, receiving, surprise moments, musicals, DIY, or anything else… just as long as it features fresh flowers! Get your entry in... Read More

Retail Trends

Holiday 2018: October Survey – Consumers Will Spend 4.1 Percent More During Winter Holidays

Thanks to a healthy economy and strong consumer confidence, NRF expects holiday retail sales in November and December — excluding automobiles, gasoline and restaurants — will increase between 4.3 and... Read More

Science & Research

AWESOME VIDEO! The Secret Social Life of Plants

Most of us don’t think about what is going on inside of plants when we are breathing in the fragrant smell of a flower or picking a ripe tomato to eat. However, there is a plethora of communication going on that we... Read More

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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

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)

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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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Tuesday, November 13, 2018

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