Fun with Flowers & J
31 Seasons
Flower Expert J Schwanke hosts this Educational Series- that teaches you to have Fun while Arranging Flowers- This series has 31 Seasons of 13 episodes- and is still in production- allowing you learn more about the fascinating world of flower arranging!
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05:34Episode 1
How to Glue Fresh Flowers to Wear!
Episode 1
In this week’s video I share my favorite tips for gluing fresh flowers in this 5 minute video- teaching you the technique for using Oasis Cold Adhesive.
Wiring and Taping is an art- perhaps a lost art- but none the less an art- however it’s not the best process if you want your flowers to last a... -
03:14Episode 13
Hydrangeas in Foam- SUCCESS!
Episode 13
This week’s Video Blog- is about Hydrangeas in Foam… I know a lot of you get nervous when it comes to placing Hydrangeas in Flower foam… but don’t worry- just follow these steps:
1. Use Good Quality Foam- In this vlog I use the NEW Midnight Foam from Oasis® - it’s bio-degradable and transfers wat... -
Heather-ish for Color-shifting Flowers with Design Master!
Episode 12
I’m introducing one of the NEW Colors from Design Master – Heather-ish. This wonderful antique lavender color is Trend forward and so popular.
In our project I use Heather-ish to paint a glass vase from the Thrift store…and to color-shift Hydrangea, Protea, Zinnias and Victoria Fern from www.Fer... -
05:24Episode 11
Longer lasting flowers and NO Funky Water!
Episode 11
Everyone Loves Flowers- and our Unified Goal- is to have our Flowers Last Longer- we all agree on that! One of the most common questions I receive is “Should I change my water every day?” and the answer is NO! Especially when you treat your water- with the correct flower nutrients- You water shou...
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09:01Episode 10
Eufloria Spray Rose Topiaries!
Episode 10
Everyone is in love with Roses- and the Prettiest roses on the planet come from Eufloria Flowers- this week’s project includes their ever-expanding line of Spray Roses.
As a Boutique grower- Eufloria Flowers is constantly adding new varieties- they are always on the lookout for the best new colo... -
08:12Episode 9
Aloha Arch with Orchids!
Episode 9
Creating an Arch for a wedding or special event- has never been easier- using this metal Arch from Portofino International. Oscar shared this wonderful two piece arch with me – during a visit to market- and I had to show you – how fast, easy and impressive it.
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10:52Episode 7
Ombré Moongate from Portofino!
Episode 7
Moongates (A Crescent Shape – covered with Flowers or Foliage) are all the rage for Weddings and Special Events- Today on Fun with Flowers and J- I create a Moongate using the structure from Portofino in the Dallas Market Center.
To make it Ombré – I’ll use a custom made garland from FernTrust- t... -
05:06Episode 6
Tool Care- Video Blog!
Episode 6
This week’s 5 Minute video blog- is dedicated to our Tools! The Proper Tools make the difference between working smarter or struggling- it’s really that simple. I sharpen my tools daily- I clean them after every use- I take care of them… because my Tools are the extension of my work- and it makes...
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03:05Episode 3
Foliage Garlands- The EASY Way!
Episode 3
This week’s Video Blog- is about Foliage Garlands- One of the Most Popular Trends for Weddings and Special Events.
I learned long ago- that making garlands is difficult, time consuming and labor intensive- AND I found the perfect solution. My Friends at FernTrust create Custom Garlands- any styl... -
06:20Episode 2
24KT Gold Bamboo Centerpiece
Episode 2
This week’s project was inspired by one of the World Class Window Displays in the Dallas Market Center- featuring gold urns filled with Giant Gold Banana Leaves…
Today’s Project- is created in Prestige Urn from Accent Décor- and features Bamboo and Aspidistra Leaves from FernTrust… that have bee...