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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06:25Episode 1
Wrapping Christmas Presents
Episode 1
It’s time to get into the Holiday Spirit… as J shares his favorite tips, hints and techniques for creating Festive Holiday Gift Packages. These packages are guaranteed to help you “Deck the Halls” this Holiday Season! It's Gift Wrapping the J Way!
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06:05Episode 2
Christmas Terrarium with Succulents
Episode 2
It’s time to make a Christmas Terrarium in the NEW G3 Goblets from Garcia Group Glass. Succulents (echeveria) are perfect for this decorative holiday centerpiece that features Aqua Ornaments, Gems, Stones and Decorative Wire! A Fun project for kids or the “Kid inside all of us”!
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J’s Mom talks about the Flower Business!
Episode 3
J’s Mom JoEllen Schwanke talks about the Flower Business and the History of the Green and Schwanke Family… and J creates an arrangement that symbolizes his family deep tradition in the Flower Industry!
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07:01Episode 4
Sunflower Armature
Episode 4
J shares how to create an arrangement in a vase using an armature. Showing techniques that are quick and easy… and using Frosted Curly Willow from Wm F. Puckett… J creates a Bright arrangement with Mellano Sunflowers and other local CA Grown Flowers!
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12:08Episode 5
Voyager Trend Concept
Episode 5
J introduces the Voyager Trend from the NEW uBloom Trend Synthesis 2014-2015. J creates an arrangement that interprets the Voyager Trend… using the Flowers, Foliage and Elements that portray this Trend Concept for the coming year!
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08:29Episode 6
Lighted Special Event Centerpiece
Episode 6
J introduces the New Toronado battery operated LED Light products from Acolyte and shows how to create orchid arrangements, a lighted hand bouquet and large table centerpiece. Many of these products are remote controlled… creating even more spectacular special effects!
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06:10Episode 7
Peach Roses in an Ombré Vase
Episode 7
J shares tips for Valentines day… and offers a great alternative to the Traditional Red Roses…with Miss Piggy Roses, Fragrant Spray roses and Butterfly Bush. J creates a Ombre’ vase using Design Master Just for Flowers that perfectly matches the Roses!
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08:50Episode 8
Flowers to Wear that Light up!
Episode 8
J shows how to create corsages and boutonnieres that light up using the NEW C-lytes from Acolyte Technologies. These simple techniques will help you light up the night for prom, homecoming and special events!
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08:47Episode 9
Nude Trend Concept
Episode 9
J introduces the NudeTrend from the NEW uBloom Trend Synthesis 2014-2015. J creates an arrangement that interprets the Nude Trend… using the Flowers, Foliage and Elements that portray this Trend Concept for the coming year!
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01:10Episode 11
Tillandsia Hanging Terrarium.
Episode 11
J creates a hanging terrarium using “Tillandsia”. Tillandsia are Epiphytes that grow upon other plants for support… and need very little care… perfect for home, office or as gift!
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06:28Episode 12
Ocean View Flowers Trend Collections.
Episode 12
Ocean View Flowers introduces their new Trend Collections that pair with the uBloom Trend Synthesis… J creates a unique arrangement (featured in the 2014 Trend Synthesis) with each of the Trend Collections of America’s Flowers from Ocean View Flowers
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08:48Episode 13
The MEADOW Trend Concept!
Episode 13
J Creates an arrangement from the Meadow Trend in the uBloom Trend Synthesis… the natural evolution from Eco Green in 2013… to “Meadow” in 2014… shows us how Trends evolve and change in the Flower World.
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A Visit to Art In Bloom Grand Rapids Art Museum
Episode 10
Join J for the annual Art in Bloom Event at the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM)… J was the featured designer for this Flower and Art Event… interviews with Local Flower Artists that interpreted Permanent Museum Art Pieces through Flowers and Foliage.