IN THIS LESSON

This video teaches the basic fundamentals of wiring delicate flowers and arranging them in floral foam. It covers techniques you’ll use in our 2-hour hands-on class, giving you a clear foundation so you arrive prepared and confident.

What you’ll learn

  • Why and when to wire flowers: benefits for fragile stems, extended design options, and increased longevity.

  • Flower selection and preparation: choosing suitable varieties, trimming stems, removing excess foliage, and conditioning blooms.

  • Wiring methods: straight wire, hook (hairpin) method, and cross-wiring—when to use each and step-by-step demonstration for delicate petals and heads.

  • Taping and finishing: securing wires, using floral tape, and smoothing connections for a natural appearance.

  • Introduction to floral foam: types of foam, soaking best practices, and safe handling for wired flowers.

  • Placement and mechanics in foam: creating structure and balance, spacing for airflow and water uptake, and achieving clean sightlines.

  • Basic composition principles: focal points, scale, proportion, rhythm, and repetition with wired stems.

  • Care and maintenance tips: rehydration, handling during transport, and extending vase life.

Who this video is for

  • Beginners preparing for our 2-hour class

  • Event florists and designers who want to strengthen foundational wiring skills

  • Anyone working with fragile blooms or foam-based designs

What to bring to class (preview)

  • Snips or floral shears

  • Straight wires (sizes 26–30), pins, and flower tape

  • A small selection of delicate flowers to practice wiring

  • A covered container for conditioned blooms

Expectations for the 2-hour class

  • Guided, hands-on practice of each wiring technique

  • One-on-one feedback to refine your touch and finish

  • A short project assembling a wired-flower arrangement in floral foam to take home

This tutorial equips you with the core techniques needed to successfully wire delicate flowers and integrate them into foam designs—skills we’ll expand and practice in-depth during the 2-hour classroom session.

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