Flower School of New York - NYC Floral Design and Flower Arrangement Classes

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  Class 1: Introduction to Design (II3031)

  1. The Criss-Cross Technique with hard-stemmed roses.
  2. Choosing Roses, looking for freshness, determining colors.
  3. Learning how to use a florist's knife properly.
  4. Cleaning and conditioning roses to help them open and begin to drink water.
  5. Making a graphic bouquet where the stems are an important part of the design.
  

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  Class 2: A Graphic Design (II3032)

  1. Make a graphic design using tulips or other soft-stemmed flowers.
  2. How to manipulate stems.
  3. Using the correct vase.
  4. Abundance is important. How do you know how many flowers to use?
  

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  Class 3: Composition Bouquet (II3033)

  1. Learning to use Oasis properly for a garden party look.
  2. Which flowers do you use first in a composition bouquet.
  3. Choosing the type of flowers to fit the occasion and the season.
  4. The use of different types of vases for compositions.
  

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  Class 4: Dutch Bouquet (ISDB)

  This class is fresh and modern take on a traditional look.
  
  1. Learn which flowers to pick.
  2. How to condition those flowers for longevity.
  3. Which flowers to use first.
  4. How to ensure the stems look organized and fluid.

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  Class 5: Wholesale Flower Market (II3035)

  1. Buying trip to the Wholesale Flower Market on West 28th Street.
  2. How to purchase flowers, ask the right questions, and speak with wholesalers.
  3. Knowing when and how to buy seasonally and locally grown flowers.
  4. Each student is responsible to purchase flowers for the rest of the class.
  
  
  We meet at the Wholesale Flower Market on West 28th Street to purchase flowers for the remaining classes. We will then reconvene at the FlowerSchool for lunch (provided), and Q&A with a floral design professional.
  
  We believe that the purchase of flowers is as important as the design. Come with us while we guide the class through the experience of buying fresh flowers for designing.

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  Class 6: Monochromatic Low Centerpiece (II3036)

  1. Make a monochromatic low centerpiece of flowers in a 6"x 6" glass vase from flowers selected by the students at the flower market.
  2. Choosing the right seasonal flowers.
  3. Understanding the subtleties of colors in the floral palette
  4. Keeping within the constrains of the design
  

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  Class 7: Hand-Tied Wedding Bouquet (II3037)

  1. Understanding the value of technique in a hand-tied bouquet.
  2. How to arrange flowers in your hand.
  3. Converting to a hand-tied bridal bouquet with a few easy steps.
  4. How to use materials such as ribbon to wrap the stems.

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  Class 8: Large Scale Floral Designs (II3038)

  Using seasonal elements such as branches and flowers, we will put together an arrangement on a larger scale that is suitable for an entrance way or a bar. The typical size of these arrangements is 4 ft and higher depending on the season.
  1. How to work with tall branches; cutting and arranging in a vase
  2. Cutting and positioning in vase
  3. Understanding how to use proper proportion using a large scale vase

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  Class 9: Flowers and Decor Together (II3039)

  Introduction to Tablescaping. We will create two different looks for the table.
  
  1. Coordinating the candles, flowers, and table so that they all work well together.
  2. How to gauge height and dimension of flower arrangements to work with tablescape.
  3. Keeping arrangements similar and alike to achieve a coherent look.
  4. Maintaining consistency of theme and concept according to the event or client's request.
  
  
  At the end of the day we will present each student with a certificate of completion.

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Refunds are credited back to the card the same day they are charged.  However, students who cancel seven days prior to their scheduled class will receive a full credit toward another class at FlowerSchool New York.  Students who cancel anywhere between seven and two days before the class will receive 70% credit toward another class.  Students who cancel within 48 hours of their scheduled class will receive a 50% credit toward another class.

Cancellation Policy

Student who cancel seven days prior to their scheduled class will receive a full credit toward another class at FlowerSchool New York. Students who cancel anywhere between seven and two days before the class will receive 70% credit toward another class. Students who cancel within 48 hours of their scheduled class will receive a 50% credit toward another class.