This very fine design wire is wonderful for adding a
decorative finish to contemporary floral designs, wedding bouquets, corsages and
boutonnières. The wire is lightly crimped to add texture and reflective qualities in
three metallic colors. These wires have become an essential part of my designer's tool
box.
Available in three finishes; Gold, Silver, Copper.
FS1136,
price, $10.50 for a single roll.
1/4"
Waterproof Tape
We jokingly call Waterproof Tape the "Duct Tape" of floral design. It is
used to secure floral foam into a container or to create a "grid" on a floral
vase. Waterproof tape is a grand design material. It is very strong and when
affixed to a clean dry surface holds tightly even when submerged in water.
FS1006,
price, $3.00, single roll
Floral
Foam Bricks
Commonly called "wet foam", floral foam is the primary material for making
modern floral designs. Floral foam is designed to absorb and hold water in it's capillary
structure. Flower stems properly inserted into floral foam will be held in place and
can draw water up into the flower stem from the floral foam. Before designing an
arrangement, floral foam should be allowed to soak in a solution of water and floral
preservative / food. Each brick is 9"x4"x3".
One
Standard Floral Foam Brick,
FS1009, price, $2.00
Four
Standard Floral Foam Bricks,
FS1047, price, $9.50
36
Standard Floral Foam Bricks,
FS1152, price, $35.00
Wired Wood Picks
Wired
Wood Picks are an essential aid to the floral designer with a multitude of uses. I
use wood picks to cluster grasses for a single insertion into floral foam. If I am
working with a very thick stem such as a Bird of Paradise and limited foam space I will
attach two wood picks to give greater stability to the insertion. Wood picks can be used
to secure a bow in an arrangement and are great for securing fruits, vegetables, pine
cones and pods in a floral design.
4"
picks, FS1061, price, $5.50, bundle of 375 picks
6"
picks, FS1062, price, $6.50, bundle of 375 picks
High
Temp Glue Gun
The high temp glue gun is an indispensable tool for the floral designer. For years
we searched the "best" glue gun available. We tested dozens of guns always
believing that the that more expensive models would be the "best". Guess
what? This inexpensive gun is just as good as any on the market. And, when it
gets gunky with glue residue and bits of floral material, just throw it away and
get a new one.
FS1137
Price, $7.50, Individual Pack
10"
High Temp Glue Sticks
You can buy hi-temp glue guns nearly anywhere, craft stores, hardware stores, even the
supermarket. Finding high-quality glue sticks is another matter. These glue
sticks will fit any standard hi-temp glue gun. A tip for working with hot
glue. Touching the hot glue and burning yourself is inevitable. A tip for working
with hot glue: keep a bowl of ice water near your work area when working with the glue
gun. Then, whenever you burn yourself, immediately plunge the burn into the ice water and
keep it there for a few minutes. This will lessen the hurt, stop the burning, reduce
the damage to the skin, and promote more rapid healing.
FS1019,
price, $7.50, Pack of 12
Thanksgiving with Leanne
The Holiday Series DVDs,by
Floral Design Institute
If you are like me, the transition of the seasons inspires you to gather, collect and
create. In this video, I share with you three unique and creative designs for the season.
I've included a wonderful harvest decorated pumpkin to greet guests at the front
door, and three different design styles for your home; a traditional bountiful harvest,
Asian inspiration and a more contemporary look, Thanksgiving nouveau. No
matter what your taste in home decor, I have a design style for you.
