Bows

This was just simply learning how to make bows. This came easily to me without too many problems. The trick it twist after each loop, then tie off with wire. Simply done! These are made with floral ribbon #3.

Coffee Mug Arrangement

Next was to create a small arrangement using a mug. The flowers appear to be leaning to the right (but maybe perhaps the whole photo is leaning to the right). I needed to keep to a center focal point and have the tallest flower straight and vertical. Still learning!

Novelty Arrangement

Next we were asked to create an arrangement in a Novelty container. This is the one that was sent to me. It looked okay, except the foliage needed to be trimmed back a bit. Using foam is really nice for placement, but needed to be watered more often than a vase.

Western Line Arrangement

I finished off Module #3 with a "Western Line" arrangement. I really have a difficult time seeing the difference between the Asymmetrical and Western Line. They both have interesting angles. I am still learning....

Asymmetrical line

This design was a little interesting to do. It is an "L" shape or asymmetrical. It was a little difficult to get the design concept down. I just followed along with the DVD and it turned out ok. I didn't have the exact correct or recommended flowers, but the blue Delphinium look nice with the mums.

Fresh Oval Centerpiece

This is my oval centerpiece. I used white carnations, yellow solidaster, hypericum, leather leaf fern, pittosporum and salal leaf. It looks bit mangy and could be tighter. I am still on a learning curve. It is only lesson 2.

Basic Fresh Round Centerpiece

This is my first attempt at using fresh flowers. It looks okay, but the flower stems should be a bit shorter and the greens cut down. It almost looks more oval than a round. It's okay. I am still learning. I gave several of these away for the 4th of July. It was fun!