Flowers And A gift

I like it that you can do so many wonderful things with flowers.

Once you understand the basic design rules of flower arranging you can be so creative.

You can really dress up a gift with flowers.

A bottle of wine is made special by adding a spray of flowers.

This would make an ideal gift to present to a hostess having a dinner party.

The bottle has been placed in a cover.

A small foam igloo has been soaked in water and is secured to the top.

The stems of roses, orchids, fern and ivy have been cut to the desired length and inserted into the foam.

Long curving grass has been inserted in the right side.

An arrangement featuring the same flowers is placed at the base.

This design is described briefly - in the Floristry Course you will learn how to create many types of different floral designs with detailed step-by-step instructions.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join us.
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Elegant Floral Design

I hope you are enjoying your week.

This is an elegant floral design with a light airy look.

It is arranged in a tall candle holder.

This design features silk flowers such as freesias, orchids and filling flowers in soft shades of pink and cream.

A piece of foam has ribbon pinned around the edges  and wedged into the top of the holder.

Hot glue helps hold it in position.

The flower stems have been cut to the desired length, wired with florist wire, taped and inserted into the foam.

Long pieces of tassel plant are inserted around the edges to give it a light airy look.

A spray of filling flowers have been glued around the base.

This design is described briefly - in the Floristry  Course you will learn how to create many types of different floral designs with detailed step-by -step instructions.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join  us.

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Floristry Student's Floral Arrangement

I hope you are enjoying your day.

I thought you might like to show you an arrangement one of our student's Roslyn has created.

It features white lilums and carnations and foliage in an upright container.

This arrangement has a lovely line with a minimum amount of materials.

It is not the amount of flowers that is used but how they are positioned that makes the difference.

You too can soon be creating stylish floral designs the professional way.

In the Floristry Course you will learn how to create many styles of flower arrangements  the easy way.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join us.

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Mother's Day Arrangement

What a lovely way to show your mother that you care by giving her a fabulous floral arrangement.

This arrangement features pink roses, mauve alstroemeria, leucadendrons and pale green orchids arranged in a triangular shape.

A round container has been used as a base.

Florist foam has been soaked in water for several minutes and placed in the base.

The top of the foam should stand at least 5cm above the edge of the container so the side stems can be inserted in the foam.

Starting at the top, the two leucadendrons have been cut to the desired length and placed one slightly lower than the other.


Foliage has been placed down the sides to form a triangle shape.

The pink roses have been placed down the centre in a zigzag line.

The orchids have been placed down the sides and one at the base.

Short pieces of foliage have been placed between the flowers to fill in the centre of the arrangement.

Alstroemeria has been placed between the other flowers.

Wide leaves have been folded into loops, wired across the base with 22 gauge florist wire and inserted in the base.

The foam should be topped up with water every couple of days

To all the wonderful mothers - I hope you have a lovely mother's day.

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Modern Red Calla Lily Arrangement

Simplicity in floral designs can often be the most effective.

This modern floral design features red calla lilies.

A glass container is used as a base.

A block of florist foam has been cut a bit smaller than the container, soaked in water for several minutes and then placed in the container.

Stems of equisetum, also known as horsetail have been cut to the desired length to sit level with the top of the container and placed between the foam and the container.

The calla lily stems have been cut to the desired length and inserted to stand upright in the foam.

In the Floristry Course you will learn how to create different floral designs suitable for many occasions.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join us.


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Alstroemeria and Happy Plant Flower Arrangement

I hope you had a good Easter break.

We had a great time in Warrnambool which is a city in Victoria known as the shipwreck coast which has a very interesting history.

Alstroemeria are very long lasting flowers.

They can be arranged with other flowers and look wonderful arranged on their own.

This arrangement can be made very quickly.

A tall glass vase has been filled three quarters of the way with water.

The alstroemeria has been placed in the vase having the flower heads about the same height across the top.

The Chinese believe the Happy Plant brings good luck  and several stems have been placed along the centre to give extra height and interest.

In the Floristry Course you will learn how to create many different floral designs.

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Choosing Colours For Your Floral Designs

Flower Colours

When you are make a floral designs choose colours that compliment each other.

Pink gerberas and pale alstroemeria, purple mini asters and mauve ageratum as shown in this photo look wonderful together.

Green leaves always provide great contrast

Other colour combinations that go well together  are

Orange, yellow and cream.

Red and white and  apricot and bronze

Vibrant colours such as orange, purple and lime green are great for modern designs.

A floral design using all white flowers can look very elegant.

In the Floristry Course you will learn how to choose colours to give the most impact in your floral designs.

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Easter Display

I hope you have a wonderful Easter.

This setting would be lovely in a florist window or you could create one like this or a smaller version for your home.

This is easy to create and children would love it.

By having the materials displayed at different levels it provides more interest.

Flowers including red tulips, yellow daffodils and white snowdrops are placed in various containers and baskets.

Pastel plastic eggs are tied with ribbon are hung on forsythia branches.

A couple of cute ceramic bunnies are placed between the flowers.

Birds nests filled with eggs provide the finishing touch.  

In the Floristry Course you will learn how to create many different floral designs.

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Unique Floral Arrangement Featuring Orchids

Orchids are elegant flowers and can be used in many different ways.

In this unique floral design created with realistic silk flowers - orchids have been placed over the top of the arrangement to form canopy effect.

A low base has been used as a container.

Dry floral foam has been placed in the container.

A wide leaf has been placed around the foam.

Soft green hydrangeas and hyacinths have been positioned in the centre to form the focal area.

White liliums have been placed on the right side.   

Twiggy green stems have been looped over the top.

Two stems of orchids have been secured in place with hot glue to form the crowning touch.

In the Floristry  Course you will learn how to create many unusual floral designs.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join us. 

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Chic Floral Design For A Dinner Party

The fun part of floristry is there are so many unique designs you can create.

This chic floral design is something different.

A small block of florist foam has been soaked in water and placed in clear gladwrap.

A ti leaf has been cut to the desired length, placed around and secured with a couple of dressmaking  pins.

The stems of roses and berries have been cut short and inserted in the foam.

A piece of vine with a couple of berries threaded on it is tied around the sides.

One is placed on each plate and it makes a unique gift for each guest to take home.

A piece of vine has been spiralled around the fork.

You will learn how to make many unique floral designs in the Floristry Course

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry  Course we would love to have you join us.

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Wonderful Wedding Ideas For Centrepieces

I hope everything is going well for you.

This is an unusual idea for a wedding.

Wine glasses has been used to make table centrepieces.

A few olives have been placed in the bottom of the glass which is filled with water.

A small flat container with soaked foam has been placed on the top and secured in position.

The foliage and flowers have been cut to the desired length.

The foliage has been placed around the edges.

The flowers including orchids, chrysanthemums and roses have been placed in the arrangement with a couple of orchid stems with buds inserted to extend down the sides of the glass.

Foliage has been placed between the flowers.

A bunch of grapes have been wired and inserted in the front of the foam.

This design is described briefly. In the Floristry Course each step is described in detail on how long to cut each stem and exactly where to place it in the design.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry  Course we would love to have you join us. Please visit our website
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Have A Happy St Valentines Day

I am sending you warm wishes for a happy St Valentines Day.

What could be more lovely than a large bunch of pink roses.

These roses are wrapped loosely in pink weave wrap.

To show off their beauty these roses would be perfect arranged on their own in a clear glass vase filled three quarters of the way with water.

Always choose a container to suit the size of the arrangement.

For good balance the flowers should stand at least one and a half  times the height of the container but can always go higher.

Men often buy red flowers - but studies have shown many women prefer pink.

St Valentines Day is usually the busiest day for the florist. Red flowers are in short supply at St Valentines Day so the florist should also stock pink flowers so they can offer an alternative choice.

Learn how to create fabulous floral designs the professional way

In the Floristry  Course you will learn how to create many styles of flower arrangements suitable for different occasions.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry  Course we would love to have you join us. 

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Roses - The Most Loved Flowers in the World

I hope you are enjoying your day.

The weather here today is just perfect and the gardens look wonderful.

Roses are the most loved flowers in the world.

There are thousands of varieties in many shades from the palest to the most vibrant colours.

Roses are named after famous people including Audrey Hepburn, Barbra Streisand, Agatha Christie, John F Kennedy and Paul McCartney.

Queen Elizabeth has had several roses named after her.

It's best to pick roses in the early morning or late evening when there is the most moisture in the air.

Cut the stems on a slant and remove the lower leaves from the stems. Place them in a container filled one third with water in a cool spot for several hours before arranging them.

You can use a commercial preservative or a capful of household bleach to help cut down on bacteria so the roses will last longer. This is called conditioning.

If you buy roses cut the ends of the stems on a slant and condition them in the same way.

In the Floristry Course you will learn tips on how to keep different varieties of flowers fresh for the longest possible time.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join us.
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Wedding Flowers

I hope everything is going well for you.

I love orchids and lisianthus and despite their fragile appearance they are long lasting flowers.

These white Singapore orchids and lisianthus are arranged in tall containers and look very elegant.

A tall slim base is used.

A flat container with soaked florist foam is attached to the top of the base.

Starting in the centre the orchid stems are cut to the desired length and positioned to fan out to the sides.

The lisianthus stems are cut short are placed around the base.

Long strands of pearls are positioned to hang down. the sides to give a waterfall effect.

Low centrepieces featuring the same type of flowers  are placed along the table

This design is briefly described - in the floristry course each step is fully explained in detail.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join us.

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Have a wonderful week

Fay Chamoun  
Floral Art School of Australia and
International Floral Design School

A Students Floral Arrangement

A Student's Floral Arrangement

 I hope you are having a great week so far.

What I love most about working with flowers is that it is always interesting.

There are so many different varieties and lovely colours available.

You can arrange flowers in so many different designs.

Traditional or modern - there is a style to suit any decor.

Flowers make a room come alive

This design is featured in the Floristry Course and has been made by Zena, one of our students.

The brightly coloured flowers are arranged in groups in a parallel style in a low basket.

In the Floristry course you will learn how to care for flowers so they have the longest possible life,  basic rules of flower arranging,  different styles. hundreds of tips and how to's and much, much, more.

You will see how simple it is when you are shown exactly how to start off each design, how long to cut each stem and where to position it.

You will have a real sense of achievement when you can create your own stylish floral designs - the easy way.

Make this the year you become involved in floristry and bring out the creative side in you.

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European Flower Arrangement

I would like to wish you a very Happy New Year.

2014 is a brand new year - let's work together to make it a great year for you.

This can be a new beginning to fulfil your dreams.
You can find your true creativity working with flowers.

Learn to create fabulous floral designs. It's easy when you are shown how.

Each lesson in the Floristry Course is set out in a simple to follow step - by step - pattern.

Throughout the course, we will share hundreds of tips and techniques of the floristry trade with you so your designs will have a professional look.

If you have not already enrolled in the Floristry Course we would love to have you join us

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This European Style arrangement features purple stock, mauve hydrangeas, apricot dahlias, deep red roses, amaranthus and spiral gum in a tall vase.

Florist foam has been soaked in water and placed in a number 6 florist container and secured to the top of the vase with Surestick which is similar to Bluetack.

The stems have been cut to the desired length.

The stock is placed in the foam - the tallest stem should be at least one and a half times the height of the container- you can always go higher. The roses, hydrangeas, dahlias and spiral gum are positioned lower down so the widest part is across the base. The amaranthus is placed around the base to give a lovely cascading effect.

This floral design is explained briefly - In the Floristry Course each lesson gives you the exact length to cut each stem and where to position it in a design.   

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Hand Tied Rose Bouquet

This hand tied bouquet of roses would make a lovely gift for someone special. 

Twelve roses and wax flowers surrounded with foliage and spear grass loops have been used in this bouquet.

The rose and wax flower stems have been cut to the desired length and the lower leaves removed.

Choose the largest rose for the centre and hold it in the left hand about 15cm below the base of the flower head.

Add about five more roses around having them slightly lower and crisscross the stems on an angle where you are holding them, whilst turning the bouquet around clockwise.

Add the remaining roses around in the same way having them extend out slightly more to the sides.  The bouquet should be slightly rounded across the top. 

Add the wax flowers around the edges in the same way and then the foliage. 

Secure all the stems together with a few twists of twine.

Cut the spear grass to the desired length and run it between your fingers to make it pliable and form it into loops, dip the ends in strong glue and insert the loops in two rows between the flowers around the edges.

Cut the ends of the flower and foliage stems level and spray the bouquet lightly with water

Place organza ribbon around the stems and tie it in a bow with ribbon ends.

Stand the bouquet in a container of water.

This design has been briefly described - in the Floristry Correspondence Course each lesson is explained in detail with easy to follow step-by-step instructions. 

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Party Flowers

Party Flowers  

It's lovely to be able to create a chic flower arrangement for a special event such as a wedding reception or for a party.

A variety of pink flowers including azaleas, hydrangeas rhododendrons and dainty pieces of foliage have been used. 

This arrangement is placed in an elegant tall glass container that flares out at the top.

When you use a glass container you can often see the foam.

If desired large flat leaves can be slid down from the top between the sides of the container and the foam.

The leaves are inserted after the foam has been placed in the container. 

Florist foam has been soaked in water for several minutes and inserted into the container having it at least 5cm higher than the edges of the container to allow the stems to extend down gracefully.

The flower and foliage stems have been cut to the desired length and starting at the top and working around in circles the flowers and foliage have been positioned in the foam with the type of flowers and colours placed evenly around and the ones around the edges extending downwards.

Slender pieces of foliage have been inserted between the flowers and around the edges of the foam.

Small gifts have been covered in pink paper and tied with ribbon and positioned next to each place setting. 

This design has been briefly described - in the Floristry Correspondence Course each lesson is explained in detail with easy to follow step-by-step instructions.

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Floristry Home Study Courses

Now you can learn how to create fabulous floral designs including corsages, bowl and basket arrangements, posies, tributes and bridal designs for a wonderful career or a rewarding hobby in the comfort of your own home.

You will learn how to care for flowers, basic rules of flower arranging, wiring methods, how to create traditional and modern floral arrangements, wedding designs and flowers for all occasions.

One unique method of teaching makes it very easy to follow with a step by step pattern for each design. 

Fay Chamoun has been involved  in the floristry industry for over 45 years and will share hundreds of florist and floral designing tips and techniques with you throughout the course. 

I would like to extend a personal invitation to you. 

I will work with you on a one to one basis to develop your skills in floristry, flower arranging and floral design. 

Floral Art School of Australia and  

International Floral Design School

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