Chapters 16 and 17 BYU floral design

What is a regional holiday?

A holiday that is celebrated and associated with the use of flowers in one area, while in another area the same holiday is not associated with the use of flowers. ex. Memorial day

Where do we get "ring in the new year" from?

The noisemakers of fireworks today are reminiscent of early customs of making noise and ringing church bells to turn away evil spirits and keep them from entering the new year.

What are the well-known symbols of the New Year that became popular in the late nineteenth century?

Parades, parties, football games, and visiting with friends and family.

What color represents good omens in Chinese?

Red: good omens

What is groundhog day based on and what is the legend?

based on a custom brought to American by people from Germany and Great Britain who believed that February 2nd was a time for forecasting the weather for the next six weeks. According to legend the groundhog or woodchuck comes out of hibernation on this day. If he sees his shadow he returns to his hole for six more weeks of winter weather, however if the weather is cloudy and he can't see his shadow, spring will come soon.

What are the theories behind Valentine's Day?

Lupercalia, an ancient Roman festival and feast connected with fertility rites. Or others associate it with one or more saints of the early christian church one of whom was named Valentine. He was imprisoned for not worshiping Roman Gods and the kids missed him and gave him love letters through the cell bars. Another is an old English legend that says bird choose their mates on February 14th.

What is International Women's Day?

March 8th. It is a global day of celebration of women and their economic political and social achievements of the past and present.

When is Easter?

The first Sunday after the date of the first full moon that occurs on or after March 21, marked by the beginning of Spring. Easter can occur any Sunday between March 22nd and April 25th.

When is Professional Secretaries' Week/day?

The last full week of April from Sunday to Saturday. The Wednesday during that week is designated as the day.

When is Mother's day?

The second Sunday in May.

Give a brief history of Mother's day

Series of events: Julia Ward Howe suggested it in 1872, and others joined the rally. Anna Jarvis in 1907 began a campaign for it so she is the founder.

When is Memorial Day observed?

Memorial Day is the last Monday in May.

When making red, white, and blue designs, which color should be used in lesser quantities and why?

Use red in lesser amounts because of its intense, dramatic qualities. Too much can overwhelm those poor blues and whites.

When is National Grandparents Day?

The first Sunday in September following Labor day.

When and what is Sweetest Day

The third Sunday in October, it is the day named for recognizing and honoring those who have been sweet and kind throughout the year.

When is Thanksgiving?

The fourth Thursday of November.

What is a cornucopia?

.. or horn of plenty, is a symbol of abundance.

What do the traditional colors of red and green signify for Christmas?

Green signifies everlasting or eternal life through Jesus Christ. Red represents the blood that Christ shed while being crucified.

What are some anniversary years and colors?

The twenty-fifth anniversary is the Silver anniversary. The fiftieth anniversary is the Golden anniversary.

What are some other names for a presentation bouquet?

queen's bouquets, or arm bouquets.

What is a hand-tied bouquet?

Also called European hand tied bouquets and Dutch spiral bouquets. Generally appear the same on all sides and are often massed and rounded. It can be a flower of recognition and honor.

What are some good design guidelines for hospital designs?

Size of the floral design, fewer flowers, low maintenance, adequate water supply, long lasting, no strong fragrances, no latex.

New Year's Day

January 1st.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Third Monday in January

Spouses Day

Fourth Friday in January

Groundhog Day

February 2nd

Lincoln's Birthday

February 12th

President's Day

Third Monday in February

International Women's Day

March 8th

Saint Patrick's Day

March 17th

Easter

First Sunday after full moon which takes places on or after March 21st.; Easter lilies, novelty containers, as well as traditional baskets.

Administrative Professionals Day/Week

Last full week from Sunday to Saturday in April, Wednesday is the day. often in coffee mugs or small novelty containers.

May Day

May 1st

Teachers Appreciation Day/Week

First full week in May, Tuesday is the day.

National Nurses Day/Week

May 6-12th, the 6th is the day.

Mother's Day

second Sunday in May

Armed Forces Day

Third Saturday in May

Memorial Day

Last Monday in May; similar to Decoration Day where they put flowers on graves.

Flag Day

June 14

Father's Day

Third Sunday in June; first request by Sonora Louise Smart Dodd after listening to sermon on mothers day. Nixon proclaimed it thee third sunday.

Independence Day

Fourth of July

Friendship Day

First Sunday in August

Labor Day

First Monday in September

National Grandparents Day

First Sunday in September, following Labor Day; Marian Lucille Herndon McQuade campaigned for it. Signed into law by Carter. Fairly regional.

Patriot Day

September 11

National Good Neighbor Day

September 28th

Columbus Day

Second Monday in October

National Boss Day

October 16th

Sweetest Day

Third Saturday in October; Origin: Herbert Birch Kingston a candy company employee wanted to do something special for forgotten Orphan children and lonely shut in people. Gifts similar to Valentines day. celebrated most in the Great Lakes region.

Mother-in-Law Day

Fourth Sunday in October

Halloween

October 31st

Veterans Day

November 11

Thanksgiving

Fourth Thursday in November; proposed by Abraham Lincoln, then Roosevelt made it a week earlier. Canada also celebrates it.

Christmas

December 25; influenced by Pagan festivals, adapted from Roman Calendar in the fourth century. Poinsettia plants, dish gardens, and gift baskets.

New Years Eve

December 31

Valentines Day,

February 14th; mostly widely observed unofficial holiday, busiest for Floral industry. Long stem

What are some guidelines for corsage design?

Don't make it too big, make it last, don't make it poky, etc.

How are theme and style, proportion, scale, shape, mechanics, balance, and focal area important?

Theme/style: style surrounding apparel, occasion,
Proportion: All parts must be in proportion
Scale: Especially for kids
Shape: hairstyle determine, work with placement
Mechanics: must be secure
Balance: visual balance, low center of mass
Focal Area: Center of interest

What is conditioning?

a technique that allows flowers and foliage to fully hydrate with water and preservative before being used in designs.

Why are corsages wired and taped?

they help make it pliable and lightweight and the tape hides the wire.It conceals all the mechanics.

What are the basic wiring techniques-- describe them.

Pierce wiring- for carnations and roses.Hook wiring for mums, daisies, etc., hairpin writing uses fine wire to support fragile and tiny florets. The insertion wiring is similar to hook except no hook is required. Wrap around wiring- filler flowers and small clusters of tiny mass flowers often wired with this. same as clutch wiring. Cross wiring: you can cross wet cotton into the flowere. Stitch wiring: lengthens stems and provides support.

What are accessories?

ribbon, jewels, shiny wire, glitter, color spray

What are some advantages to making and using ribbon loops in corsages?

it isn't as overpowering as a large bow. it can create the foundation for construction. They also accent the flower and add color and texture.

What is tulle?

netting, sold on small bolts usually 6 inces wide.

Where is a corsage/boutonniere traditionally worn?

weddings, funerals, proms

What is a nestled boutonniere?

a flower within a flower

What is an epaulet corsage, glamellia corsage?

epaulet: over the shoulder corsage and they cascade down with small flowers at the end. Glamellia: made from various sizes of gladiolus florets arranged in a way to resemble a camellia flower.

What is a football mum corsage?

traditional for highschool and college homecoming football games, dances, parades, and other festivities. Some areas are considered a status symbol, they are huge they have lots of crap on them.

What are some other floral designs to wear?

chaplets, lei's, corsages, wristlets.

How is packaging important?

they need sealers on the which is a finishing spray.provide an attractive presentation for the receiver. It cushions and protects it. The piece is placed on a layer of shredded wax paper or orchid grass.

Chaplet

floral wreath of garland for the head. often worn by young flower girls. In olden days they coordinated them with their gowns.

Hook wiring

generally reserved for chrysanthemums, asters, daises, gerberas and other flowers with flattened heads lacking a visible calyx. A shepherd crook is formed on one end.

Stitch wiring

Individual leaves of camellia, ivy, salal, and other broadleaf foliage can be wired to lengthen stems and provide support using stitch wiring. It is similar to making a stitch with a needle and thread but instead a fine wire is used.

Glamelia corsage

combo of gladiolius florets and a camelia. the florets are removed from the stem and petals of the flowers are cut and wrapped around a gladiolus bud, creating a novel and distinctive flower. Once constructed, other accessory items and filler flowers anf oliage may be added. They are time consumig and distinctively glamorous.

nested/nestled flowers

smaller flowers such as sweetheart roses, carnation buds, or tiny clusters of statice or other fillers, can be inserted in to the center of a carnation. They are settled into a position that seems comfortable and safe within a cushion of another flower. Often requested for proms, homecomings and special occasions.

Wrap around wiring

grouping delicate stems and petite flowers together quickly for use in designs. sometimes called clutch wiring because the cluster looks like a mini, simple, or casual gathering of flowers reminiscent of a "clutch" bridal bouquet.

Pierce wiring

Most common method of wiring roses, carnations and other similarly shaped flowers that have rounded heads and a visible calyx. uses straight wire that is pierce or poked through the stem.

Lei

originates in Hawaii and is a garland or wreath of flowers generally worn around the shoulders about the neck. vary greatly according to flowers, foliage and assembly. Simple one may be made with carnations.

over the shoulder corsage

sometimes called an epaulet corsages. Made to be worn on top of the shoulders and cascade down both in front and back. elegant, and graceful but must use small flowers on both ends with fine gauge wire, allowing them to cascade freely. The smaller flowers should be widely spaced out to make a natural, graceful appearance.