Basic Floral Design
  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational
  • Cost Paid
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Basic Floral Design

Issued by Bucks County Community College

Students will be introduced to the basics of floral designing - how to care and condition fresh flowers to prolong their life, floral design terminology, and various design trends and techniques. Students will learn to arrange in a variety of vases (including but not limited to glassware, plastic, and basket containers) using a wide range of flowers and foliage. At least one arrangement will be made each class. No prior experience necessary.

  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational
  • Cost Paid
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Skills

Earning Criteria

  • The student will be able to: 1) Demonstrate the proper technique for creating well developed Principle & elements of design for the proper arrangement.
  • The student will be able to:  2) Analyze given parameters & information, then determine appropriate style & design shape to complete project.
  • The student will be able to: 3) Identify the types of attaching mechanics, binding mechanics & foam mechanics.
  • The student will be able to: 4) Treatment, handling & proper care of cut flowers.
  • The student will be able to: 5) Stem cutting.
  • The student will be able to: 6) Proper storage procedures.
  • The student will be able to: 7) Flower conditioning.
  • The student will be able to: 8) Arrangement of round centerpiece & symmetrical triangle.
  • The student will be able to: 9) Determine & implement the appropriate floral mechanics for completing any arrangement.
  • The student will be able to: 10) Identify those given flower, foliage and potted plants used in commercial floristry.