Introduction to Design Class
This comprehensive course will introduce the student to the exciting field of floral design.
Focus will be placed on the application of the Principles and Elements of design, proper mechanics of construction, care and handling of fresh materials and use of color. This class will be a great first step for those desiring to become a Certified Florist.
Time will be divided between lecture and hands on design. All materials are included in your course fee and you will have a completed floral design to take home each week. Topics include: Vased arrangements, Symmetrical triangles, Asymmetrical triangles, Horizontal centerpieces, Round designs, Hand-tied bouquets, Corsages, Boutonnieres.
Since this is a personal enrichment course there will be no exams. Limited course enrollment will ensure that each student receives personal attention.
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- Starting January 12 — every Thursday for 12 weeks
- Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
- This class consists of 36 hours of classroom instruction.
- Class enrollment limited to 12
Call our office at (517) 575-0110 to register
Instructor: Tim Latimer CF
Tim teaches Floral Design at MSU and has been on the Certified Florist committee since its inception. He has been directly involved in developing the Certified
Florist manual, and writing the Written Examination. Tim has been designing and teaching at Michigan State University for 25 years.
Click here to download more information and a registration form.
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Intermediate Floral Design
This course builds upon the foundation of the basic design course. The focus will be on the information presentd in the Certified Florist (CF) Manual with the goal of preparing students to take the CF examination. (Students who do not wish to take the CF exam will still be welcome.)
The CF manual is the text for this course. You may purchase this manual by clicking here or by calling 517-575-0110. This manual is recommended but not required. All other materials will be included in the registration fee.
Time will be divided between lecture and hands on design. Lecture topics include:
- Care and Handling of Flowers & Plants
- Product Identification
- Customer Relations/Sales
- Delivery
- Marketing
- Accounting
- Display
- Intermediate Floral Design
A sample test will be given on each topic. Design topics include:
- Vased Arrangements
- Bridal Bouquets
- Corsages
- Boutonnieres
- Sympathy
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Designs will incorporate the contemporary techniques of Grouping, Layering, Basing, Framing, and many more. Each week you will take home your designs. Since this is a personal enrichment course there will be no graded exams.
Limited course enrollment will ensure that each student receives personal attention.
- Every Wednesday, Starting January 11th through March 28th, 2012
- Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
- This class consists of 36 hours of classroom instruction.
- Class enrollment limited to 12
Call our office at (517) 575-0110 to register
Instructor: Tim Latimer CF
Tim teaches Floral Design at MSU and has been on the Certified Florist committee since its inception. He has been directly involved in developing the Certified
Florist manual, and writing the Written Examination. Tim has been designing and teaching at Michigan State University for 25 years.
Click here to download more information and a registration form.
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Professional Education Center
What: Steps to Certification Classes for 2012
Do's and Don'ts
Methods & Mechanics
Insight & Answers
A Hands-On Experience
When: Thursday, January 5th & Tuesday, June 5th, 2012 — 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: MFA Professional Education Center 1152 Haslett Rd., Haslett, MI 48840
Cost: Member: $149 Non-Member: $199 (Lunch included in class fee)
Instructor: Cindy Ching, AIFD, CF
Call our office at (517) 575-0110 to register
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Cindy guides those who plan on becoming a Certified Florist. You'll get tips on how to prepare for both the written and design portions of the test.
Students will spend part of the day reviewing the written test and then work in the design room learning what is needed to pass the exam, with the all-new CF sections to the written and hands-on! Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what it takes to pass the prestigious national CF exam. Class will run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a half hour break for lunch, which is included in the registration fee. Please bring your own tools.
Click here to download more information and a registration form.
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