MECHANICS AND SUPPLIES USED IN FLORAL DESIGN Chapter

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MECHANICS AND SUPPLIES USED IN FLORAL DESIGN Chapter 6 Unit 6

MECHANICS AND SUPPLIES USED IN FLORAL DESIGN Chapter 6 Unit 6

Essential Questions 1. 2. What are the various containers used for floral arrangements? What

Essential Questions 1. 2. What are the various containers used for floral arrangements? What are basic mechanics and supplies used in floral design?

Introduction Mechanics: All the materials used by a designer for placing and holding flowers.

Introduction Mechanics: All the materials used by a designer for placing and holding flowers.

Containers Anything that holds water. Should add to the appearance of the flower arrangement.

Containers Anything that holds water. Should add to the appearance of the flower arrangement.

Texture Glass, Glazed Pottery, Wood, Metal Texture should be compatible to the arrangement.

Texture Glass, Glazed Pottery, Wood, Metal Texture should be compatible to the arrangement.

Shape Most important characteristic. Most Common: Vases, Bowls, Pedestals, Baskets Shape of container determines

Shape Most important characteristic. Most Common: Vases, Bowls, Pedestals, Baskets Shape of container determines floral design.

Size Flowers should 1 -1. 5 times the height of container. Container should not

Size Flowers should 1 -1. 5 times the height of container. Container should not be larger than the arrangement.

Color of container should match the flowers. Most common colors: Green, Tan, Brown, Gray,

Color of container should match the flowers. Most common colors: Green, Tan, Brown, Gray, White

Floral Foam Most common material used to hold flowers. Bought in cases of 48

Floral Foam Most common material used to hold flowers. Bought in cases of 48 (3”x 4”x 9”) Soak foam in warm water

Adhesive Materials 4 kinds of adhesive materials are used in the floral business.

Adhesive Materials 4 kinds of adhesive materials are used in the floral business.

Adhesive Materials Waterproof or Anchor Tape: Secure Oasis in container. Color Green, White, Transparent

Adhesive Materials Waterproof or Anchor Tape: Secure Oasis in container. Color Green, White, Transparent Stem Wrap or Floral Tape: Waxed stretchy material only sticks to itself. Color Green, White Floral Adhesive Tape: Anchor Pins, Plastic Holder Hot Glue: Melted and used on floral arrangements.

Cutting Tools Floral Knives: Cutting stems only. Very fast to use.

Cutting Tools Floral Knives: Cutting stems only. Very fast to use.

Cutting Tools Florist Shears: Slow to use on flowers. Mostly used for Wire and

Cutting Tools Florist Shears: Slow to use on flowers. Mostly used for Wire and Ribbon

Cutting Tools Ribbon Shears: Used for cutting ribbon only.

Cutting Tools Ribbon Shears: Used for cutting ribbon only.

Cutting Tools Wire Cutters: Used to cut wire and stems of artificial flowers.

Cutting Tools Wire Cutters: Used to cut wire and stems of artificial flowers.

Cutting Tools Pruning Shears: Used to cut the stems of woody plants

Cutting Tools Pruning Shears: Used to cut the stems of woody plants

Picks Wooden Picks: Used in floral arrangements that use dried materials. Colors: Green, Natural

Picks Wooden Picks: Used in floral arrangements that use dried materials. Colors: Green, Natural Wood

Picks Steel Pick: Attached to the stem of the plant. Makes it easier to

Picks Steel Pick: Attached to the stem of the plant. Makes it easier to stick the material into foam on an arrangement.

Picks Steel Pick Machine: Attach steel pick to stem of plant.

Picks Steel Pick Machine: Attach steel pick to stem of plant.

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The History of Floral Design Egyptian Floral DesignThe History of Floral Design Egyptian Floral Design
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Elements Principles of Floral Design Elements of FloralElements Principles of Floral Design Elements of Floral
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FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS General Floral Design Rules Proper dimensionsFLORAL ARRANGEMENTS General Floral Design Rules Proper dimensions
Floral Design Tools and Supplies Principles and ElementsFloral Design Tools and Supplies Principles and Elements
Mechanics Classical Mechanics Mechanics Classical Mechanics Classical PhysicsMechanics Classical Mechanics Mechanics Classical Mechanics Classical Physics
Identifying Floral Design Tools and Supplies Student LearningIdentifying Floral Design Tools and Supplies Student Learning
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Objectives 1 Floral I 2 Floral II EnvironmentalObjectives 1 Floral I 2 Floral II Environmental
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