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FInd YOUR prom flower style!Traceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14023226339408914924noreply@blogger.comBlogger107125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346275199946527542.post-86162228880791677242018-04-16T14:27:00.000-07:002018-04-16T14:27:01.307-07:00Prom Highlights<div style="text-align: center;">
Our local prom was this weekend. </div>
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We had beautiful weather, lots of amazing flowers and foliages to work with, and best of all..</div>
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our prom customers were fun to work with.</div>
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also pretty amazing was the fact that I didn't have to stay out too late or come in at dark-thirty in the morning to finish up! </div>
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Here are a few corsages I managed to get a picture of before they were all picked up...</div>
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<br />Traceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14023226339408914924noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346275199946527542.post-51411661018745814212017-06-13T08:19:00.000-07:002017-06-13T08:24:53.515-07:00Some pretty flower jewelry for Diwali - Laxmi Lobo <div style="text-align: center;">
I am very excited to share this post by Laxmi Lobo, </div>
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a talented fellow florist in Mumbai. I'm sure you'll enjoy learning about her Indian culture and the importance of flowers during their many festivals.</div>
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The floral pieces featured are breathtaking.</div>
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I'm inspired by their beauty and I hope you are too....<br />
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<b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">India is a land of festivals and more festivals. We have a special occasion virtually every week and hence a reason for the women to adorn themselves with all kinds of jewelry, flower jewelry being quite significant.</span></b></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Spiritually Diwali signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Wealth here signifies not only material wealth but also joy and family ties which are also considered “shaan” or wealth. This is particularly important at Diwali when families get together to meet and celebrate in various festivities over five days.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Traditionally, flowers play a very important role in all Hindu celebrations. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Flowers have always been used to adorn the self and our Goddesses. Women wear flowers in their hair everyday, adding a natural delicate perfume too. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Even today in the busy metropolis like Mumbai and Chennai or Bangalore, there will be many “gajra” or “veni” sellers at every main street corner selling these little adornments of flower jewelry for women to wear. Romance in India is giving a “gajra” to your beloved more than the red rose of the west. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-variant: normal;"><b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The “Veni” was the more formal floral jewelry that adorns brides, especially during Diwali.</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">One can string larger flowers like roses and carnations with a needle and thread, add some colourful beads and handmade pendants or leather patches, it is really about your imagination.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“ That’s TOO early for fresh flowers! “ </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In fact this is not early at all- florists need to reserve those flowers well in advance of the actual prom date to ensure there are enough for the orders they will receive. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Doesn’t it make sense to make sure the special color or flower variety you need is available and reserved just for you?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just like flowers, ribbons, colored wire, and jeweled accessories such as color rhinestone sprays and fancy beaded bracelets are also in high demand. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You may be disappointed if you wait too long to order a custom design such as this one. The florist in your area may be strapped for time- especially if you have waited until the day or two before prom!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">(You wouldn't do<i> that</i> would you?)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's also a possibility your local florist may not have on hand the supplies needed or specialty flowers such as the orange Vanda orchids used in the arm band design.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Give your florist as much time as you can - especially when everything needs to be perfect! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The bun is a unique hairstyle, which is good for its universality. You can style a bun, however you like, and fresh floral accents are one of the best variants for you to try. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">For example, you can try to create a low bun and put a couple of flowers to the one side or at the top of a bun, securing them with pins. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The waterfall braid is an amazing hairstyle, even with no modifications, but small flowers such as baby's breath or other light weight blooms all over your head can make it more gentle and feminine. Simply insert stems to every curve of your waterfall. Secure with pins </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">to ensure the heavier blooms stay in place. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">When you watch someone execute a task flawlessly with ease
and grace that results in a final product that looks effortless but is
exquisite is a joy to observe. We have all seen it- a perfect salsa dance, a
lattice top pie on the food channel, redoing a room in a day…and may I add a
florist creating prom corsages when a connection is made with a great kid who
trusts them to make a little magic out of flowers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The dress was turquoise, the
girl was tropical and after graduation she was going to school to be an
architect. Lori enjoyed taking a break from prom mothers who were afraid of
color and their just want to “keep it white, goes with everything” mentality.
Here is what she came up with.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A base of aluminum wire pays homage to the steel and wire
from architectural projects to come. Blue/gray eryngium (or sea holly) provides
texture and interest representing the childhood canvas of mixed cultures and
rich heritage. Turquoise feathers infer
colorful birds and the many adventures life post High School will bring. The
safe soft security of home and being wrapped in a warm blanket courtesy of the
dusty miller. The shell is for walking the beach after prom. Center stage is
the orchid with its fuchsia petals ready to have fun and dance the night away.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">By the way she had a date: this is the boutonniere created
to accent her dress, her corsage and her personality, he was as proud to wear
it as he was to have her on his arm.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This post was an exercise in applying artistic process
to what a good florist, yes I said florist- not floral designer does when they
are passionate about what they do and where they do it. A florist does not have
the luxury of simply playing with flowers, they have to pay the bills, stock
the store, motivate the help and keep the government at bay. They have to
create beautiful saleable art and do it quickly. So Lori did not take time to sketch, go to
market to choose the perfect blooms or search Pinterest for inspiration.
Knowing her inventory and drawing on experience she went to the design bench
and created the base, boxed it and put it on the shelf to have flowers added to
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just like Norm Abrams making a craftsman style table, she
knew what was to be done and by applying her process, she did it. In the hands
of a master it looks easy buy it takes lots of practice to become one who can make
it look effortless.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you want a beautiful corsage, boutonniere, necklace,
hairpiece, floral crown or any floral accessory for prom and you are north of
Boston give Lori Kunian CFD a call at her shop in Melrose MA or visit her website.. <a href="http://affairstorememberflorist.com/">affairstorememberflorist.com</a><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://affairstorememberflorist.com/occasions/prom-corsages-and-boutonnieres.html&source=gmail&ust=1463327768130000&usg=AFQjCNG6GXHck5CqdcHxqSshDE8Ed3rs0g" href="http://affairstorememberflorist.com/" target="_blank"><wbr></wbr><wbr></wbr><wbr></wbr></a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">I hope you enjoyed this guest post- Special thanks to Lisa Greene and Lori who so graciously accepted my invitation to guest post & share one of her creative prom designs with us. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">this question ranks right up there with:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Do we have to go somewhere nice for dinner?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Do I have to get dressed up? </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Do I really need to use good manners? </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">(Do I have to go on?..) </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">of corsages and boutonnieres, and although interesting, </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">to today's prom.. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">For instance, this fun fact from </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">the Etiquette School of Ohio <a href="http://etiquetteschoolofohio.com/2008/04/09/prom-etiquette-corsages-and-boutonnieres/" target="_blank">(Read the entire article here)</a> </span><span style="font-size: large;">
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worn to make one smell heavenly while dancing with a partner. Frequent
showers, expensive perfumes, and air conditioning were rare if available
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Mike has been in the floral industry for more than 30 years and currently
owns and operates Floral Artistry LLC in Lewiston, Idaho. As a Freelance
designer he enjoys creating, sharing and teaching with some of the best
designers in the world. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> For the past five years he has had the
privilege of helping create the magic of The Rose Bowl Parade and
creating floral displays at the Los Angeles County Fair. He has served
as president of the NWAIFD chapter, the National Board of Directors for
AIFD, the finance and career development committees, Also he was the stage
manager for Symposium “Imagine” 2011, and was the lead designer for the
lobby décor at “Caliente” in Miami 2012, and co-presented Gender Factor,
a main stage program at Symposium in Chicago 20014. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>How did you get into
the floral industry (what were you doing prior)? Was there a defining
point along the way that shaped you as a designer?</b><span style="color: #1f497d;"></span></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1f497d;">I
started delivering flowers in the right before Easter my senior year of
high school. I then joined the USMC. While attended college I
continued as transportation director part time. One day the head (only)
designer went on a walk about. The owner could not find any trained
help. I offered to learn after hours if he was willing to teach. In
addition to his excellent mentorship, I attended every education program
at the wholesale houses that I could. I read and tried to duplicate
the designs in every floral publication I could lay my hands on. That
was the beginning of my floral design career. </span></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1f497d;">The
first defining point that shaped me as a designer </span></span></span><span style="color: #0b5394;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">happened at a program
in Spokane WA. at Spokane Community College. There were 3 designer
presenting panel style. I remember one designer that could braid, twist
and manipulate foliage into the most amazing geometrical shapes. His
tropical creations were the most amazing things I had ever seen in
person. I sat in the audience and visualized being on stage presenting
floral art one day. I attended Phil Rulloda's advance class of floral
design and with his encouragement I have realized that dream. He has
since become a friend and mentor to this day. </span></span></span></i></div>
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second defining point quite simply was becoming AIFD. It is difficult
for those outside the organization to understand the relationships that
becomes more like family; people with the same passion for expressing
beauty in the world through the expression of floral design. </span></span></span></i></div>
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third defining point was meeting and working with Jim Hynd AIFD. His
guidance and leadership while working at the Fiesta Parade Float Co.
for the Rose Bowl Parade and at the L.A. County Fair have helped me
refine my design and management skills.</span></span></span></i><br />
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best advice I have been given was actually in 8th grade. A teacher
told the class that if you find something that you are good at and that
you enjoy doing, and someone is willing to pay you, then you will most
likely find success. There are hundreds of men and women at the paper
mill in our valley. The make a good living however, they hate their job
and most likely live an unhappy life. Find your gift, then give it
away. Do what you love!!!</span></i></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1f497d;">The
advice I most often give someone looking at the floral industry as a
career is …. are you crazy???? Seriously, if you want to work endless
hours, spend 8 to15 hours on your feet, eat cold hamburgers, drink warm
sodas, work most holidays and…. enjoy every second of everyday sharing
the passion of human emotion, then this is the job is for you! I can
think of no other more intrinsically rewarding occupation in the world. </span></span></span></i></div>
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design process is based entirely on emotion. I let the intrinsic nature
of my gift guide my process. Stating that, conceptualization depends
on the occasion. Weddings require me to see through the eyes of the
bride. Sympathy designs require me to honor the deceased through the
eyes of their loved ones left behind. I create the concept with the
ideas and feeling of my clients, then add passion, creativity and
artistry. </span></span></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b> </b><span style="color: #1f497d;"></span><span style="color: #1f497d;">I
have several hobbies and interests outside the floral world that
recharge my creativity. My first passion is karate. I am a 3rd degree
black belt instructor, self-defense and MMA coach. I also officiate
sports. I umpire ASA softball at the local, regional and national
level. I just completed my 3rd national fast pitch tournament. I also
referee high school basketball, football and softball. </span></i><br /><br /> <b>How has your work evolved since you began in the industry? </b><span style="color: #1f497d;"></span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1f497d;">I
stay current on all the new trends and techniques. I always look for
better more efficient ways of designing floral bouquets and flowers to
wear. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">I
think that a professional floral designer should consider his or her
work as continuously evolving. I always look for new and creative ways
to implement our design styles. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">For
example, I use cold glue to add flowers to most all my corsage work.
We used to wire and tape everything. With all the choices our customers
have I want Floral Artistry to be on the cutting edge, a leader in
style and floral fashion. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">Education
is the key. Attend seminars, workshops, AIFD National and Regional
symposiums, go to programs at your local wholesaler, attend classes at
one of the many AIFD education partners. There are many chances to
continue growing….. I think that once one thinks he has learned
everything, at that point he knows nothing. </span></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1f497d;">Locally at Floral Artistry we </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">have had great success with the creation of </span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> floral jewelry and accessories</span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> not just corsages and boutonnieres</span><span style="color: #1f497d;">.
The more unique the better. We have great success with all the Fitz
Products from wristlets to sparkles and lights. Multiple items are on
the prom/homecoming menu. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">We </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">offer floral crowns and hair pieces</span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> to accessorize the dress</span><span style="color: #1f497d;">. Th</span><span style="color: #1f497d;">is is a hot trend</span><span style="color: #1f497d;">!!</span></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1f497d;">P.S. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">To all the floral designers that read this…please</span><span style="color: #1f497d;">
burn all your underwear elastic wristlets. I discontinued them 6 years
ago along with tulle, fake leaves and BB. Just my humble opinion no
offense intended. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">Strive to stay </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">current.
You do not wear the same clothes that you had 20+ years ago, so do not
expect your clients to want the same old corsages that their mothers
bought when they were in high school.</span></span></span></i><br />
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the next few months many orders will be placed for Homecoming, Winter
Formals and of course, Prom. Many times they are placed by customers
who have never been inside a flower shop before, much less order a
corsage or boutonniere… <br />What do you think is a common misconception these customers have about their floral piece and/or their florist?</b><span style="color: #1f497d;"></span></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1f497d;">One
of the most common misconception that customers have about ordering
their floral piece is that we just go into the back room and pull out a
corsage like making a fast food hamburger. We need to help the consumer
understand that each and every order is custom made and unique. It
takes time, education, and creative talent. We are professionals, trust
our advice on colors and styles. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> </span></span></span></i></div>
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think a common misconception a florist has about new customers is that
they do not know very much about what they are looking for. </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">T</span><span style="color: #1f497d;">he
new generations is tech savvy. They are educated and on trend. Do not
assume they want what their mom wanted. Do not assume they do not have
money. Teenagers spend over 3 billion dollars a year on
prom/homecoming etc. Take your share by being</span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> visual on social media. Educate your shop on how to do this.</span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> Fitz offers free online webinars on how to improve your sales and design techniques. Take advantage of these opportunities. </span></span></span></i></div>
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like designing with color and texture so I like Floragene carnations,
fuzzy green dianthus and hydrangea for basing. I also love the vast
selection of </span><span style="color: #1f497d;">orchids and gladiolus</span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> that are available</span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> on the market right now.</span><span style="color: #1f497d;"> </span></span></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><b>If you were asked to provide a floral accessory to be worn on the red carpet, what would it be? (and who would wear it?) </b><span style="color: #1f497d;"></span></span></span></div>
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provide anything to anybody that wanted and appreciated my artistic
floral creations. Money talks…. :)</span></i><br /><b>Final thoughts for our readers?</b><span style="color: #1f497d;"></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">From a professional floral designers perspective in relation to design, that advice came from my instructor Ken Carnes who would always tell the class that we must learn the Elements and Principles of design. He told us we had to understand the rules and master them until they became second nature. Once we had accomplished that, then and only then, did we have the freedom to break the rules and explore the artistic side of design. That advice was priceless in becoming a professional floral artist. </span></span></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmArobPqtFc5cCjSgsWprYhKWFo7V_Za9YdUi_NEIDT-3uY5SsWGakrcFft_sIGgeak6bfPkqMrq7N3uNro54-spuUDBe1zZeZlbiUER69ulp5q576YUtuarpXsOZ_8b4VgjlNmYIABGVD/s1600/IMG_2333crop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Designer Spotlight: Suzie Kostick AIFD, PFCI, CFD. MCF Corsage, prom flowers" border="0" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmArobPqtFc5cCjSgsWprYhKWFo7V_Za9YdUi_NEIDT-3uY5SsWGakrcFft_sIGgeak6bfPkqMrq7N3uNro54-spuUDBe1zZeZlbiUER69ulp5q576YUtuarpXsOZ_8b4VgjlNmYIABGVD/s640/IMG_2333crop.jpg" title="Stunningly Simple corsage design featured on Prom Flowers Designer Spotlight: Suzie Kostick AIFD, PFCI, CFD. MCF" width="640" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">In the beginning it was a learning exploring had far I would stretch my creative muscles so I did a lot of “designing by numbers” so to speak. I would see something in a trade publication or at a design show and I would copy it and alter it as needed. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline;">What new corsage trends do you see emerging in your area, and which ones are on the way out? </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Since I no longer have my retail flower shop and much of my time is spent teaching and or freelance designing around the country, I get to see what is trending from coast to coast. Truth is, there are really very few differences in what the California Prom girls wants and what the New York Prom girls wants.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Color is probably the number one difference that is notable throughout the country. Some areas you’ll see certain colors more prominent than in others but aside from that, we see a continuity in what girls want. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Prom girls want designs that reflect their own personal style. They want something that is different than what their mother had for their proms and they want it accessorized. Flowers are no longer the most important part of the corsage but rather selected to complete the design and to reflect the personality of the wearer. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Another exciting thing about the modern Prom girl is that she is wiling to consider wearing flowers differently. We see a lot of floral necklaces, rings, anklets and shoe enhancements. Flowers for the hair are popular especially with all the floral crowns we are seeing. Girls are even wearing corsages on the upper arm or cascading down the back. </span></span></span></div>
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in me that I didn't realize I had. My turning point was when I started
working at Shirley's Flowers in Rogers, AR. Jo Buttram (owner) is always
educating the staff and we attend as many floral conventions as we can
throughout the year. When I became an AMF (Arkansas Master Florist) I
realized there was so much more to learn.</span></i><br />
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<b>What has been the best advice you’ve been given?</b></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><b> </b><i> <span style="color: #351c75;">Always be open to
learning. No matter how much you think you know, there is always more to
learn.<br />
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<b>What advice would you give to someone looking at the floral industry as a
career choice?</b></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><i><span style="color: #351c75;"><b> </b>Be prepared to work hard and spend many late nights
working, but it is so rewarding when you see the wonderful smile on
someone's face when you hand them flowers that was made just for them.</span></i><span class="im"><br />
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<i><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I think we all have times that we visualize a concept,
but then there are those days that you just can't see past your nose and
we just start designing and then the vision comes.</span></span></span></i><br />
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<b>How do you recharge creatively? What is your ‘go-to’ place or source
of inspiration outside the floral world? </b> </span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><i><span style="color: #351c75;"> I love to take long walks and
see the beauty in nature. There are so many wonderful ideas you can get
just by looking at a tree or looking across a pond or a small river
bank.<br />
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<b> How has your work evolved since you began in the industry?</b></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><b> </b> <i><span style="color: #351c75;">Our corsage
work has changed so much in just the last few years. From using those elastic bands
to now using decorative wire bracelets and diamond or pearl keepsake bracelets.
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<b>What new corsage trends do you see emerging in your area, and which
ones are on the way out ? </b> </span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"> <i><span style="color: #351c75;">Bling bracelets, feathers, lots of jewels in
all the corsages is very popular in our area. We also do a lot of
flower rings arm bracelets for the girls. On the way out </span></i></span></span></span></span></span><i><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I would have to say just your plain old basic corsages with a few sweet heart roses and pretty ribbon on an elastic band. <span class="im"><br />
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<b>In the next few months many orders will be placed for Homecoming,
Winter Formals and of course, Prom. Many times they are placed by
customers who have never been inside a flower shop before, much less
order a corsage or boutonniere…
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What do you think is a common misconception these customers have about
their floral piece and/or their florist? </b> </span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><i><span style="color: #351c75;"> A lot of times people just
don't realize there is so much thought and time put into the corsages.
It's better to come in and bring a swatch of the dress color so we can
match it or coordinate the corsage with the dress since most girls want more
than just a plain red or white corsage. <br />
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<b>How about a common misconception florists have about these new
customers?</b></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b> </b>I think sometimes we forget that most of the kids at prom
have never being in a flower shop before and it is our opportunity to
teach about the beauty of flowers. </span></span></span></i></div>
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<b>Favorite flower variety or new product you’re obsessed with right now? </b></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><b> </b>
<i><span style="color: #351c75;">It's not a new flower but I truly love the cymbidium orchid. I think it
is beautiful in corsage work and it comes in a variety of colors.</span></i></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<b>If you were asked to provide a floral accessory to be worn on the red
carpet, what would it be? (and who would wear it?) </b></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b> </b>I would probably do a
cuff bouquet with lily grass trailing down and yellow cymbidium orchids
with hanging amaranths. Melissa McCarthy because she is so much fun </span></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">(kinda like me) </span></span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Always enjoy the beauty of flowers and the smile they bring to your face. </span></span></span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.shirleysflowersinc.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;">Shirley's Flowers</span></span></span></span></a></span><br />
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Rogers, AR 72756<br />
Phone: 479.636.0118 / 800.624.7225</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Many Thanks to Tricia for sharing her story and her beautiful work with us - as always, if you have a question for Tricia or just want to</span></span><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Love these garden spray roses with this prom look- almost as if they were plucked straight from her skirt!</span></span></small><br />
<small><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A little bit of girly-ness + a little sass = perfection! </span></span><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/mirror_sunglasses/shop?query=mirror+sunglasses" target="_blank"><br /></a></small></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Florists may remember this prom specific selection guide from the John Henry Company. (published in 2009) I'm glad I bought it when I did because unfortunately it's out of print and has been discontinued as of today (they still have copies available for sale) </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I was just looking through it yesterday and was amazed all over again! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(great statement flower) </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Here's a close up of that flower. It's an unusual flower, not only it's shape but also the texture of it- if you brush your hand along the spiky surface you'll notice it's </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">How fun are these? Colorful Rainbow Roses </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">are not always available at a moments notice- So please </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">ask your local florist about their availability. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Don't want to wear a corsage on your wrist?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">No problem!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Wear your flowers up and out of the way with this </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">over the shoulder corsage. It's especially pretty with this</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">understated dress. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Classic red roses are always popular.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">here they are updated with the addition of </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">orange Vanda orchids (top) and great textural elements</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">with interesting foliage and wire wrapped lily grass.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If these roses are too small for your taste try a composite rose. This green corsage is designed by combining the petals of 3 roses to create one big beautiful rose. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A closer look... </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This large single rose is SO much better than </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">two large standard roses onto a wrist corsage with a bit of ribbon and baby's breath.. eww.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Do you recognize this model? </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I posted the composite rose photo on our </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Facebook page and someone commented; </span></span><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> <span data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.$end/=1$text0/=010">"She looks like the girl from the movie"</span></span></span></span></span></span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".1je.1:5.0.1:$comment541855029301347_542195852600598/=10.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.$end/=1$text0/=010"> I found her name (Ashley Hinshaw) in the back of the guide and what do ya know? sure enough- she's now an actress.</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Want to stand out at your prom? </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Do you want prom flowers that no one else has? </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be the talk of the prom with flowers that glow! If you are
thinking, “Nope lights in corsages are nothing special.” Then you are so
wrong! There are a lot of products out there to help “light” up a
corsage but they do not even compare with a Galassia corsage! </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> It is also not a glow in the dark spray that if not applied properly and not
charged with enough sunlight, won’t even work! </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The unique combination of the fluorescence and UV light device creates </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">a corsage of glowing flowers <i>every time</i> you turn on the switch! </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There is nothing on the market out there like it! </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Galassia Fluorescence enhances the natural beauty of flowers and takes flower
color to a new level by giving them a spectacular glow! </span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> For their beauty to be revealed, they need ultraviolet (UV) light supplied by
custom-designed illumination device and a specially formulated solution
applied directly to the flowers. </span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">These unique devices are imported from Australia! </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As you look at the pictures of these corsages, you will notice some have
more of a blue hue over green hue to them. Now some of this has simply
to do with how dark the room was and the type of camera used. But for
sure, they do not have different lights or fluorescence. however, they do have
different colors ribbons, accessories and flowers. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> I’m not sure what causes this, but because the fluorescent spray is derived from plants, I
believe it is a reaction to the pigmentation of the flowers </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">and accents that causes this hue change. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> This is something that I absolutely love
about the product, it ensures that each and every Galassia Fluorescence
corsage is completely unique! </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Want to wear one of these amazing corsages to your prom?</span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> The only two retail florists in the United States that I know of, offering these corsages are:
Gillespie Florists in Indianapolis, IN</span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Twigs in Yerington, NV! </span><br />
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you do not live in Indiana or Nevada but still want one, just call the
shop closest to you and ask to have the device and spray shipped to
you! Then take it to your local florist to add the corsage and
flowers! Another option would be to have the Galassia Fluorescence
corsage made completely in silks and shipped to you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><b>Dov E. is a native El Pasoan. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, he attended Mesita Elementary, El Paso High School, and the University of Texas at El Paso where he received a Bachelors degree in Art Education with Teacher Certification.<br /><br />Dov E. has been in the floral industry for over 35 years. The first eighteen and a half years at Kern Place Florist as head designer and manager and the last 17 years as a freelance designer of his own business, Designs by Dov E.<br /><br />Dov E. is known as an award winning international designer. He has done design shows in several cities in Texas and New Mexico, as well as in Mexico City, Guadalajara, Chihuahua and Monterey Mexico. Among his awards are the WestTexas New Mexico Silver Cup, the Texas State Florists Assoc. Texas Cup in 1999, first runner up in the regional Southern Retail "Designer of the Year" Competition and the national Sylvia Cup Competition and the winner of the WTNM 2006 Jerry Dorsey Memorial Scholarship competition. He is newly certified by AIFD as an Evaluator/Judge for floral design.<br /><br />Dov E. is a member of the WesTexas New Mexico Florists Assoc., Texas State Florists Assoc., and the prestigious American Institute of Floral Designers. He is the former instructor for the Professional Floral Design classes at El Paso Community College and has also taught design classes at UTEP. Dov E. has done several design shows, floral workshops and seminars, and has assisted many well known designers with their programs and classes..<br /><br />Dov E.'s knowledge of all aspects of the floral design industry have garnered him much recognition in El Paso as well as in the local, regional and national floral communities. His design style is unique and innovative, with a signature that says it is a Designs by Dov E. creation.<br /> </b></span></span></span></span><br />
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(what were you doing prior)? Was there a defining point along the way that
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help my mother with stuff for the Jewish women's organizations she was in. She
told me to go and ask for a job in a local flower shop that had been recently
purchased by a Jewish man. I went, but they weren't hiring at that time. He
told me I could come in after class and observe if I wanted to. I took him up
on that and would occasionally go in and watch after my classes at the
university. A few months passed and the holidays were coming. He offered
me a part time job after school. That's how it began. I was trained in the
shop and outside workshops and classes. I was part time for 5 years until I
graduated and became full time shop manager after. I was in the shop for 18
1/2 years till things fizzled. Set out on my own after that and Designs by Dov
E. was born. </i></span><span class="im"></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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income, but it gives you the best gratification possible! It's not a hobby
turned career profession. If you want this as a career, make sure you keep up
with trends and the industry in general. It is an ever changing
profession.</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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see something visual. When working on designs, I will use the sketch as a
guide, but it may also change in the process. Also, I can be given a challenge
and design on the spot. Years of study and design principle knowledge come
into play when this happens!</i></span><span class="im"></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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regional conventions and workshops when possible. Inspiration happens all
the time. Looking in store windows, taking a walk, or even dreaming.</i></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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As I progressed in my career, I began to do my own designs and became a
designer. Now, I do my own designs with my own style and have become a
freelance floral artist. From simple bud vase and roundy moundy designs to
stage and education programs and workshops. 38 years of
evolution.</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><span class="im">What new corsage trends do you see emerging in your area, and
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color. We are lucky to have such companies as Oasis and Fitz and all the
ribbon companies that provide us with wonderful new products to incorporate into
today's designs.</i></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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boutonnieres. </i></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><span class="im">In the next few months many orders will be
placed for Homecoming, Winter Formals and of course, Prom.
Many times they are placed by customers who have never been inside a flower
shop before, much less order a corsage or boutonniere… </span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><span class="im">What do you think
is a common misconception these customers have about their floral
piece and/or their florist? </span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #134f5c;"><i>One would be that corsages and other body flowers are available on the
spot (that they can just walk in and pick one up). Another would be as you said,
they have no idea, They don't know that it takes time to create them. A big
misconception is that they are smaller than arrangements, so they should cost
less. They have no idea how much time and effort and creativity goes into
designing those body flowers. </i></span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><span class="im">How about a common
misconception florists have about these new customers? </span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><span style="color: #134f5c;"><i>They don't know what they want. They aren't aware of all the new looks
and styles that are available. They are not up to date with the times. </i></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><span style="color: #134f5c;"><i>Believe
me, I have customers who know more than some florists I know!</i></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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flower variety or new product you're obsessed with right now?</span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #134f5c;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent;"><i>I love all the new wire that has come out in the market. Oasis is the
leader in this. Also all the rhinestone and bling accessories from Fitz. They
make my designs special!</i></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="0"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black;"><span class="im">If you were asked to provide a floral accessory to be worn on
the red carpet, what would it be? (and who would wear it?)</span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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favs. Who would wear it!. Cher, Madonna or Lady GaGa. Imagine
what they would look like! </i></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This curving Calla lily design would look great for both Emma's looks.. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Kiernan's look focuses on her pale yellow dress and her pants take a back seat (like a pair of black tights) </span></span><br />
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Traceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14023226339408914924noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346275199946527542.post-17601185573892400302015-09-16T08:30:00.000-07:002015-09-16T08:30:01.003-07:00Designer Spotlight - Alan Masters AIFD CFD<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Alan Masters AIFD CFD, is from LaPorte Texas, he is married and has two
children. A 31 year veteran in the industry, Ala<b>n</b> is the 2015 Houston
Cup winner has placed 2nd at Texas cup twice and 2nd at the Houston
Rodeo cup once. Alan has presented on several occasions to floral groups
and garden clubs and loves inspiring others. He was inducted into AIFD
in July 2015.</span></span></div>
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did you get into the floral industry (what were you doing prior)? Was
there a defining point along the way that shaped you as a designer?</span></b></div>
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started 31 years ago when a shop owner I went to church with asked if I
wanted a job. We worked on the flower committee together and she saw
me rearranging one of our permanents, realized a possible talent and
took a chance on me. My defining moment was in 2008 when I joined the
staff at Compton's Florist. My boss is a tireless promoter of
education in our industry ( I must mention that I thought, at that time,
that education was useless and that I didn't need to learn any more
about design.). She encouraged me to go to a design program, which, in
the matter of about an hour and a half completely changed my mind about
education. I HAD to have more. I don't think I have missed but maybe 2
programs in our area since then. </span></i><span class="im"><br /><br /><b>What has been the best advice you’ve been given? </b></span></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #674ea7;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Keep
everything you do clean, clean, clean. Speaking of mechanics of
course. One of the major things that separates us as professional
floral artists from the crafters and DIYers, is our mechanics, a
customer should be able to turn our corsages and boutonnieres over and
it look as good (clean and finished) on the back as it does on the
front.</span></span></span></i></div>
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What advice would you give to someone looking at the floral industry as a career choice?</div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Jump
in with both feet and go for it. A career in the floral world is one
of the most rewarding choices you will ever make. Get as much "good"
education as you can, starting with the basics and building on that
foundation. We are creating smiles with every design we send out the
doors, but the joy that we get in seeing those smiles is priceless.</span></span></i></span><span class="im"><span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span></span></i></span></span></div>
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<span class="im"><span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br /></span></span></i></span><br /><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Tell us about your design process. Do you visualize a concept first, or does the concept come together as <br />You work on it.?</span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>I
start with a general concept in my mind, but for the most part, it
comes together as I work on it. It sounds a little like the cray cray
wagon may come get me, but I listen (pay attention to) the flowers,
they will tell me where they want to go.</i></span></span> </span></div>
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How do you recharge creatively? What is your ‘go-to’ place or source of inspiration outside the floral world?</div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I
surround myself with awesome designers, and attend every design program
and educational experience I can. I also compete every chance I get in
design competitions, believe it or not, it challenges your creativity
and I find that refreshing. As far as outside influence and
inspiration, I love music, the creativity in music is staggering to me.
I can close my eyes and listen and it takes me to a quiet place that
allows me to relax and absorb, if you will, new inspiration. I love
nature as well. How can you not walk down a garden path or along a lazy
stream or through a wooded forest and not be inspired to create.</span></span></i></span></div>
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How has your work evolved since you began in the industry?</div>
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I
have grown tremendously in 31 years in my design style. I started as
what I like to call a posy poker. I could put flowers in a vase and
make them look pretty good and even sell them and people like them. I
have through the years, evolved into a floral artist, having learned the
principles and elements of design and employing them has moved my work
from looking pretty good to well thought out and orchestrated. As
artists, we are continually growing and evolving, I have a long way to
go, but wow, what a journey it is. </span></span></i></span><span class="im"><span style="color: #351c75;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span></span></i></span></span></div>
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<b><span class="im"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What new corsage trends do you see emerging in your area, and which ones are on the way out ?</span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We
are still seeing wrist corsages as the norm in our area. We have seen
over the past few years a growing interest in more and more keepsake
bracelets (We use Fitz jewelry and bling) to attach the flowers to.
Wire work is very very popular for us as well. Silver is on its way out
and Gold is coming back. Nude colored dresses have been a huge trend and
it's looking to be a big color again this year. .</span></span></i></span></div>
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In
the next few months many orders will be placed for Homecoming, Winter
Formals and of course, Prom. Many times they are placed by customers
who have never been inside a flower shop before, much less order a
corsage or boutonniere… </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What do you think is a common misconception these customers have about their floral piece and/or their florist? </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span class="im"></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Most
consumers feel that they can get the same corsage or boutonniere
anywhere or just make it themselves. All corsages look the same anyway,
right? </span></span></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> No no, a thousand times no!</span></span></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: serif;"> </span></span> The average girl spends over
$1000.00 for prom, on hair, makeup, nails and dress. More if they are
paying part of the transportation and dinner. If you are going to spend
that much money on everything else, why cheapen it with the wrong or badly constructed
corsage or boutonniere?</span></span></i></span></div>
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How about a common misconception florists have about these new customers?</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #674ea7;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I
think some florists think they just have to open their doors
and new customers will just come in waving money while waiting to be
told what they want or need. That could not be further from them
truth. It is
our job to educate them about quality floral art and why they should
care about the design style of their corsages. One thing I do, is wear a
boutonniere to church every Sunday, it is always something different
and creative and has caused quite a stir. We have gained several
new customers as a result. Participate in your schools fashion show,
donate corsages and boutonnieres for the kids to wear. Make them
different and show your style. Show them something they have never
seen before. </span></span></span></div>
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Favorite flower variety or new product you’re obsessed with right now?</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span class="im"></span></span></span><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I
love orchids, any variety but especially Lady Slipper (Paphiopedillum)
and I am obsessed with bling. Anything shiny and sparkly, I love it.</span></span></span></div>
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If you were asked to provide a floral accessory to be worn on the red carpet, what would it be?</div>
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(and who would wear it?)</div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I
would create a really cool, funky and edgy boutonniere and put it on
the lapel of Eddie Redmayne or Ian McLellan or a musician like Bruno
Mars or Ed Sheeran. </span></span></span></div>
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<b><span class="im"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Final thoughts for our readers? </span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="color: #674ea7;"><i>Shopping for a corsage or
boutonniere? Make sure you do your homework and find the best in your town. Be the
one that stands out at your prom as the girl/guy that has the coolest
flowers.</i></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Florists: </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Learn
everything you can about design. Pursue excellence with a passion and
be the best in your area. You can follow me on facebook, pinterest or Instagram, just
search my name and follow away. Every Sunday I post my boutonniere for
the day and I would love to share some inspiration with all of you.</span></span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The hot pink ribbon and wire in this corsage design is just the right amount to accent the hot pink dress. The pale pink and white flowers do a great job </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">complimenting instead of competing. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The video and photos are easy to follow and were originally featured in <a href="http://floral.today/" target="_blank">Floral.Today -Floral Industry News for Floral Professionals. </a> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">They are fun to create and are also very sturdy, keeping their shape nicely. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The coil detail is so striking I would probably place the flowers either in the center of the wrap</span></span><br />
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Traceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14023226339408914924noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346275199946527542.post-66744460676194187912015-09-05T13:56:00.001-07:002015-09-05T14:02:09.828-07:00Purple<div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 600px;">
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Traceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14023226339408914924noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1346275199946527542.post-24911307431109503532015-09-01T08:31:00.000-07:002016-08-24T08:46:07.344-07:00Designer Spotlight: Patience Pickner AIFD, PFCI, SDCF<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif";">Patience
Pickner AIFD, PFCI, SDCF lives in Chamberlain SD a huge metropolis of
2500 awesome residents. She purchased a failing flower shop in 1998,
and quickly turned it around by specializing in customer service, and
also by adding in lots of unique home décor.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif";">
In 2013 she purchased the adjacent building and opened a sister store
The Other Side of the Fence, which has unusual and eclectic furniture
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Patience has been active with South Dakota Floral Assn~ serving on the
board for many years, currently as president. She is also a past
president for the Minndakota unit of Teleflora. Patience has been
awarded the South Dakota Floral Associations Designer of the Year 3
times. She was also honored to be chosen as Business Person of the year
in 2010. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif";">
She is a past finalists of the Mayesh Design Star, and was asked to
join the Fitz design team in 2014. She is Co-founder of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/florgasem/" target="_blank">Florgasm</a>, a
design team that spreads their love and passion of floral art across the
country, through their website, stage programs and hands on classes. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> "Just keep doing what you do so well." At one point my little town was so over saturated with florists, and I asked a good friend of mine, who is also a business owner for advice on several occasions....should I lower my prices, change my look, remodel my store.....etc. Just keep doing what you do, she would say, people love your style and customer service. Don't worry about the competition, do you" I listened, and all 3 competing shops are no longer in business. Its good advice, Do You. </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> I love this industry!! Adore it!! I wouldn't want to do anything else!! I would tell them to go for it, to take absolutely every opportunity that they can get to further their education and design abilities! It bothers me a little when people say that you cannot make money in this industry.... you can!!! </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #674ea7;">How do you recharge creatively? What is your ‘go-to’ place or source of inspiration outside the floral world? </span></span><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br />I love art, all types. From Art and craft fairs to sculptures, art exhibits, etc. Also nature... there is beauty all around us.... I am inspired a lot from the beautiful outdoors. I am a very organic designer... love all the gifts of beauty you can get from a walk, bits of moss, drift wood, feathers, cool bark...etc. </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #674ea7;">How has your work evolved since you began in the industry?</span> Well.... hopefully it has gotten better!! As I said, I am an organic designer, which can translate into messy..... I think my designs have gotten cleaner, more defined, romantic and lush.</span></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #674ea7;">What new corsage trends do you see emerging in your area, and which ones are on the way out ? </span></span><i><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> Headbands, necklaces, rings, body jewelry other than the norm is really taking hold. Gold is replacing silver. Look for burlap, bling, lace and feathers to remain strong in body flowers, but also look for leather accents to make their debut. The bling will get more romantic and "antiqued". Animal prints seem to be losing steam. Softer, more romantic colors are also becoming very popular. </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> Wow, good question. I guess in my area (pretty rural, with the nearest wholesaler hours away) the biggest misconception seems to be that they can wait until the day before, or even the day of the event to order. I can always make something beautiful for even the latest of the last minute shoppers, although it may not be their first choice, but I am always surprised at the number of last minute couples. </span></i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #674ea7;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">That we assume to know what they like. Listen to your customers. Just because XYZ is the "in" look.... prom girls/brides, they are very informed, they know what they like, and they like choices, and individuality! </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Talking body flower work, I love mini cymbidiums, and I am totally in love with ranuculus, and zinnia, especially in floral headbands. </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Me, and I would ROCK a gorgeous floral boa!!! </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i> </i><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Florists- Enjoy prom season. Its,all about organization, listening to your
customers, offering awesome options and having fun! Don't forget to
charge for your artistry!! Find inspiration on social media, at
educational and hands on classes, on Pintrest, and my
fave at </i><a href="http://www.creationsbyfitzdesign.com/" target="_blank">www.creationsbyfitzdesign.com</a>.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I'm very excited to introduce Jodi Duncan as our first designer 'in the spotlight'</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Jodi is an accomplished designer & florist. During her 27 years of experience she has been the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51KlaB87xE4" target="_blank">2013 Mayesh Design Star,</a> <i> the Illinois State Designer of The Year (2008), </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><i> </i>a contributing designer/writer for <a href="http://www.fusionflowers.com/" target="_blank">Fusion Flowers Magazine, </a><a href="http://www.fusionflowers.com/" target="_blank"><br /></a>Principal Designer for<a href="http://www.schafferdesigns.com/SchafferDesigns.com/HOME.html" target="_blank"> Schaffer Designs</a>, Philadelphia </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">(you've heard of that little event The <a href="http://www.jodiduncan.com/?p=964" target="_blank">Philadelphia Flower Show?</a>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Not to mention an accredited member of <a href="http://aifd.org/" target="_blank">AIFD</a> (American Institute of Floral Designers), and numerous other awards and recognition you can find on her <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=26452580&authType=NAME_SEARCH&authToken=DAiN&locale=en_US&trk=tyah&trkInfo=clickedVertical%3Amynetwork%2CclickedEntityId%3A26452580%2CauthType%3ANAME_SEARCH%2Cidx%3A1-1-1%2CtarId%3A1440446335693%2Ctas%3Ajodi" target="_blank">Linkedin profile</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Currently she is helping her customers near and far celebrate their lives with flowers at her shop, Jodi Duncan Designs <span style="font-size: x-small;">(contact information below)</span></span> </div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Camping. Time in nature with my family is a favorite. My spiritual life is very important—meditating, prayer, worship. And good old fashioned SLEEP. The liminal period between falling asleep and waking up is when I get some great ideas & solutions to problems. I live on an open prairie and I can see in every direction to the horizon. Its a great place to be contemplative, even just for 5 minutes breaks during a regular day. </span></span></div>
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at one time I took pictures of my bows! I was so proud. Nobody starts
out brilliant and fabulous. You have to grasp the principles and
elements of design and then find your voice within them. I look at old
pictures of my first arrangements. Some were scary. Some were good. The
photos of the first wedding I did all by myself in 1990 looks great to
this day, if I do say so myself!</span></span></div>
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gals are just now getting into the wire corsage bracelets that I do. I
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Formals and of course, Prom. Many times they are placed by customers
who have never been inside a flower shop before, much less order a
corsage or boutonniere. What do you think is a common misconception these customers have about their floral piece and/or their florist? </i></span><br /><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">That we are expensive and overpriced and cantankerous and terribly dated. And sadly, some of us are all of those things. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The long time favorite prom flower, the mini rose comes in a rainbow of colors, </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> are light weight and look great on their own or with other flowers. </span></span></div>
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