Wedding Floral Design – Course Outline

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As you can see from the detailed course outline below, we’ve packed a lot into this intensive training program. We cover it all – no need to spend money on additional classes or courses. If you are interested in wedding floral design, its all here.  It doesn’t get more in-depth and thorough than this.  Training this extensive in a local college would cost you well in excess of a thousand dollars. Take a look for yourself:

 

COURSE INTRODUCTION

The Evolution of Floral Design Throughout History

The Place of Flowers In Weddings

History of Wedding Floral Design: How, When, & Why it all Began

The Role of Flowers at Weddings Today

Flowers and Socio-Economic Status

Wedding Flowers and Cost

History of the Bridal Bouquet

The Bridal Bouquet & The Modern Wedding

The Role of the Wedding Floral Designer

Weddings By Month

Popular Wedding Flower Types

Popular Flowers For Weddings

Types of Lilies Commonly Used for Weddings

Types of Orchids Commonly Used for Weddings

Guidelines for Selecting Types of Flowers For Wedding Design Work

Seasonal Availability

Seasonal Design

Floriography

The Language & Meaning of Flowers

Incorporating the Language & Meaning of Flowers Into Wedding Floral Bouquet Design

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DESIGN THEORY

The Elements of Design

Form

Line

Texture

Size

Space

Shape

Pattern

The Principals of Design

Balance

Contrast

Movement

Rhythm

Proportion

Scale

Dominance

Unity

Harmony

Color

Color in Wedding Floral Design

The Role of Color

Color Symbolism

Factors in Selecting Color

Color and Reception Flowers

Color Theory

FLOWER CLASSIFICATIONS IN DESIGN

Line Flowers

Form Flowers (Secondary or Focal Flowers)

Filler Flowers

Foliage Classifications In Design

Line Foliage

Form Foliage

Design Techniques

Basing

Layering

Grouping

Clustering

Zoning

Sequencing

Focal Point

Banding

Binding

Shadowing

Framing

Parallelism

Design Styles Which May Be

Utilized In Wedding Floral Design

Western Line

Mille de Fleur

Flemish

Crescent

Biedermeier

Waterfall

DESIGNING WITH SILK FLOWERS

Techniques

Methods

Tips

DESIGNING WITH FRESH FLOWERS

Processing & Conditioning Techniques For Fresh Flowers and Foliage

The Right Tools For the Job

Processing Stems

Removing Stamens

Cutting Stems

Crushing Stems

Filling Stems

Burning Stems

Boiling Stems

Pricking Stems

Processing Buddy Stems

Stripping Branches

Stripping Thorns

Stripping Leaves

Straightening Curvy Stems

Plunging Stems: Method I

Plunging Stems: Method II

Total Immersion

Reviving Flowers

Prolonging Life With Preservative

Other Processing Techniques

Wiring Methods for Fresh Flowers and Foliage

Basic Wiring Technique

Wiring Using the Hollow-Stem Method

Wiring Using the Straight Stem Method

Wiring Using the U-Shaped Method

Wiring Using the Twist Method

Wiring Using the Spiral Method

Wiring Using the Wrapping Method

Wiring Using the Hairpin Method

Wiring using the Double Hairpin Method

(Cross Pierce Method)

Wiring Using Double Legged Mounts

Wiring Using the Double-Wire Method

Wiring Using the Sewing Method

Pierce Wiring Method

Wiring Single Leaves

Wiring Lily-of-the-Valley

Wiring a Stephanotis Stem

Wiring Delphinium

Wiring Delicate Lilies

Wiring Freesia

Wiring Single Leaves

Taping Wired Stems

Picks for Supporting Flowers

Container Preparation

How to Hold a Stem When Inserting Into an Arrangement

Proper Techniques for Inserting Stems Into Floral Foam

Working With Floral Tape

Tying Florist’s Bows

Boutonnieres (Buttonholes)

Boutonniere

Construction Instructions

Corsages

Corsage Construction

The Five Basic Corsage Styles

Instructions for Basic Corsage Styles

Advanced Corsage Styles

Wrist Corsage or “Wristlet”

Tips for Boutonnieres and Corsages

BOUQUET CONSTRUCTION

Bouquet Design and Construction

The Two General Approaches

Size of the Bridal Bouquet

Bouquet Alternatives for Bridesmaids

Color and the Bridal Bouquet

Preparing to Design

Bouquet Design Instructions

Designing the Nosegay or Colonial Bouquet

The Classic Cascade

The Oval Bouquet

The Heart Bouquet

Designing the Wired Bouquet

STEM WRAPS AND BOUQUET COLLARS

Classic Ribbon and Bow Method

Square-End or Classic Method

Exposed-End Method

Collar Method

Finishing Details: Streamers

Finishing Details: Ballet Wrap

Table Centerpieces

Topiary Trees

Designing for the Flower Girl

Pomander

Attendants Baskets

The “Tossing” or “Throwaway Bouquet”

Container Arrangements

Methods for Securing Floral Foam to the Container

Ceremony Flowers

Flowers Greet the Guests

Adorn the Aisle

Highlight the Bride

The Alter: Focal Point Flowers

Enhance and Highlight

Complement the Location

Harmony Between Ceremony Site and Style of Floral Arrangements

Recommended Flowers for Church Arrangements

Recommended Colors for Church Arrangements

Working On Site

Pew Markers

DESIGN TECHNIQUES

Reception Flowers

Setting Up Flowers at the Reception Site

Centerpieces

Guidelines for Centerpiece Design

Popular Traditional Centerpiece Styles

High Construction

Centerpiece Construction Instructions

Wedding Cake Décor

General Guidance

Cake Top (Cake Topper)

CONSULTING WITH THE BRIDE

Decorative Techniques

Conceptualizing the Design

Basic Types of Flowers for Weddings

Comprehensive List of Supplies

Proper Care and Use of Floral Knifes

About Florist Wire

Storage Containers for Fresh Flowers

Floral Foam

Oasis Holders

Moss

Candles

Aesthetic Supplies

Designing With Fresh Florals

Where Our Fresh Flowers Come From

The Business of Commercial Flower Production

Seasonal Flowers

Obtaining Quality Flowers:

Sources of Supply

Examination and Selection of Fresh Flowers

Ordering Flowers

Taking Delivery of Flowers

Storing Fresh Flowers

Cataloging Your Flowers

Sanitization and Fresh Flowers

The Fresh Floral Design Schedule

Considerations When Advising the Bride on Fresh Floral Selection

Other Considerations When Advising the Bride on Floral Selection

Getting Imaginative With Fresh Plant Materials

And still more….

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