I make arrangements for friends and family as a hobby so I come to youtube to learn tips and techniques. You are definitely, my favorite floral designer to learn from, J. Thanks ! I love working with floral foam and appreciate your recommendations very much. I live about 20 minutes from Eufloria and the other nurseries in Nipomo, CA so I'm lucky that I can get super fresh flowers.
Amazing. I’m new on making flower arrangements and you had explained this so well. I learned so much. Thank you for making this video and helping others. I can’t wait to make more arrangements and applied what I learned
Thanks so much Jamelle... At least NOW you have the information you needed- I'm delighted it was helpful... thank you for subscribing to my channel... I appreciate it very much!
Awesome!! Thank you! I once saw a "so-called florist pour water over hers" and read comments and many said it was incorrect as well lol... thank you again!!
Thanks Dion... You can always count on me to truthful and honest... they don't call me the "most Trusted voice in the Flower Industry" light heartedly... Thanks for the comment my friend!
Wonderful A Ling... I'm glad you found them too... I try to make it simple and easy for everyone... I'm delighted you enjoyed this information... and thank you so much for subscribing to my Channel!
J Schwanke your tip about soaking them in water infused with floral nutrients. My floral arrangements have lasted so much longer! I wished I found your channel sooner! Thanks a bunch. Mother’s Day will be an amazing floral one this year. 💖🤗
I couldn't agree with you more - the basics are the building blocks for great design... thanks for the observation and for subscribing to my channel Karen!
I like the hot glue over taping around the foam because it makes it much easier to insert the flowers without worrying about the tape, but when I make arrangements for my home or my family, I can remove the taped foam, and clean and reuse the plastic base. It feels ludicrous to throw away the base after one use. Can you "unglue" the foam once the life of the arrangement ends, or does this assembly becomes one-use only? Thank you for your wonderful videos, you are awesome 😊
THIS Is such an Awesome Question- thanks- I'm going to include it an upcoming Flower Thought! Here's a simple little trick- you're right- about the tape coming off... but the glue being stuck forever... So... Simply line the clean dry container with a few strips of Duct Tape- The waterproof kind) and then glue the foam with the hot glue to the duct tape... after the bouquet has expired- you can simply remove the duct tape- and the container is reusable again... It's Simple- and also works great for fragile- expensive- or antique containers that you don't want to use anchor tape-... and it prevents damage to the container... Thanks again for this great question... I appreciate it so much!
Very good video. I started a 1-month online "Basics of Floral Design" course some weeks ago, and it's actually been a bit of a flop, because of the teacher. He is a professional florist, he does know a lot about designs and all, and he means well, but he is just not good at teaching, almost at all. These kind of videos help me a lot, though I feel like this is a bit more advanced than what I know so far. But thanks very much
hola...tu trabajo es hermoso, yo estoy terminando la carrera de disiño floral y tus videos me an ayudado mucho...ojala q algun dia haga diseños como los tuyos,..un beso desde Mx.
Dear Mr. Schwanke, thank you very much for expanding my (modest) knowledge of flower arranging. You helped me very much in many aspects. About this video: my knowledge of English seems not to be enough to understand the sequence about gluing the foam with a hot glue into container. Please, could you be so kind and write what sort of glue is used to glue the foam, or some other advise about how to glue pieces of foam together? Than you very much, I wish you have many satisfied costumers and followers :)
The foam should be replaced after each use- because it will develop bacteria inside... and the foam should be soaked in flower nutrient water before arranging- then as the water is depleted- be sure to top off the container with Flower Nutrient water! Thanks for the questions Lynda!
I would like to see the hand-tied bouquet!! I saw a pic of a heart-shaped hand-tied bouquet and I'm trying to figure out how it was made... for Valentine's Day.
Hi J, Thanks for your reply. I take your point. My concern is to whether I should use it on a project I'm about to begin. I was planning to use the foam to construct of a terrarium 'mountain-scape'. e.g using the foam to create layers of height and shape, then covering the foam with a layer of soil adding ferns and mosses etc. and then having the lower part of the terrarium under water. After I saw the warning about flower foam leaching nasty stuff when submerged in water for a long time, in my case semi-permanently (years), so I've started to doubt whether to proceed with foam or not. The terrarium will be kept in-doors at room temperature. I would imagine that you don't keep your foam submerged in water for longer than a few weeks at most? This could possibly be the reason it's not affected you. best regards.
The combination of Soil, Water, Flower Foam and Plants- might not provide the clearest water solution for your terrarium... However flower foam is a credible and popular growing medium- for starting cuttings- and you won't be using large amounts- for example- Poinsettia cuttings are started in foam mediums- and I transplanted 1000's of Poinsettias over the years- and we grew the Poinsettias to Perfection- in our greenhouses- where the flower foam remained in the soil in the pot... Since you are not growing FOOD PRODUCTS - or drinking the water - or soaking your hands in the water inside the terrarium- there should be little issue- with using the foam in this manner... Perhaps Rocks - of different shapes and sizes would provide a similar type of 'structure' inside your terrarium... The other obvious attribute of Flower Foam- is that it soaks up water- and thus would provide/contribute to excess humidity inside the terrarium- this could or could not be helpful to the overall growing of the ferns and moss... I have successfully grown moss on saturated flower foam- and have not had issue with that process... I hope this information is helpful my friend...
Thank you so much Polly- I'm glad you like them... there are many here on my UA-cam Channel and even more at www.uBloom.com - My website... Thank you again for the comment and subscribing to my channel!
That is my ORIGINAL Foam Knife that was created by Victorinox... I understand they are no longer in production... but I did find this one from FloraCraft... here's a link... www.amazon.com/FloraCraft-RS9918-6-4-Floral/dp/B00DVS5AQM
I prefer OASIS Delux brand flower foam... and if the vase is very large... I like to use the DESIGNER BLOCKS from Oasis... a much larger size piece... it is also made out of the delux formula!
It depends on the Flowers- my friend... Carnations and Chrysanthemums can last for nearly 2 weeks in Flower Foam... Roses and Lilies - not quite as long... but the Oasis Company has designed their flower foam to be the perfect combinations for flowers to transmit water to the blooms- so it's a very positive experience... when you use Smithers Oasis Brand Flower Foam! THANK YOU for the question!
Thank you so much for the Kind comments Angel... I appreciate it very much! I'm so thankful you are finding the videos helpful! Have a Flower Filled Day!
You are very welcome! I am a 'happy amateur' when it comes to flower arranging and your videos have given me so much information and great ideas. And you are very natural in front of the camera. I look forward to every new video you post. Have a great day! Xx
Thank you Salvador... We do allow for translations... but at the present time- don't have anyone on staff that can translate of videos... my Apologies...
Not really sure what you are asking Natoya- so... two things... you can glue more than one block of foam into a container - as long as they are both adhered to the container... but if you glue one block to another block of foam it will not allow the flowers nor the stems to move between the two blocks... so I hope this helpful information my friend!
You can use any Skillet- I have found many at garage sales or thrift stores... it's a great way to find a BIGGER Size skillet- You set the temp- so that you can ensure LOWER TEMPS- the glue should be about the consistency of taffy- not CLEAR and SMOKING... I try to set the temp at about 175... it takes a bit longer to melt- but it seems safer that heating it up on high and the trying to cool it down... I hope this additional information is helpful...
Interesting, how long do you get real flowers to last using these floral blocks. I would imagine the water soaked in them allows the flowers to last longer with out watering them.
Thank you Sam... Great Question- with the improvements they have made over the years... flowers last up to two weeks in the flower foam- as long as you continue to replenish the water supply and use quality Flower Nutrients... It's important to continue to add water... for flowers in any situation! Thanks for the question and for subscribing to my channel!
I learned a lot. Do you always use glue and waterproof tape prior to soaking? If you wanted to use a big round glass vase, what are the steps you would take...in order? Don't think you would glue the wet foam into glass vase. You would want to reuse.
Great Question- here's one of my favorite Tricks Karen... But First- YOU ALWAYS Glue the Foam into the vase DRY- then soak vase and all... it's nearly impossible to glue in wet foam and get it to stay... Next... line the glass bowl with DUCT TAPE... and the GLUE the DRY Foam to the Duct Tape... since it's waterproof- you can then soak- and after use- remove the tape and you won't have damaged the container... PRESTO!!! Enjoy - and thanks for the question... I appreciate it so much!
Thank you for answering my question. I realize you glue foam to vase or ductape, then do slow soak of all, but what if it's a big round one...you will need a big bucket to fit the big bowl or vase with foam in it. I am literally talking about a heavy big round glass or ceramic vase...so it may pull down in water fast so the foam will go down in seconds. Not all vases or pots are small, so that why I want to know if you would handle the same way. That's my ? It's easy to do plastic or small stuff as you showed on video. I love your channel! Thx!
@@karendistefano6001 Certainly- good elaboration... Many times if the container is too large to soak... I still afix the dry foam- and gradually add flower nutrient water to the container- on one side only... adding it very slowly so that it soaks into the bottom first.... and then allowing a bit of time- and adding more- in several applications- this allows the water to naturally soak into the base of the foam first- and still allows for the air to escape... this gradual process is quite successful- it's about taking the time to SLOWLY add the water... and insure that the foam soaks from the bottom up... Thanks for the opportunity to clarity and also for the KIND Comment about my channel.... I appreciate it very much!
NO- and Thank you for the question Shazi- Foam Bricks should be used only once... the basic reason- is because bacteria builds up inside the foam... from the degrading botanical stems- this is absorbed into the foam- and if you were to reuse the foam- the bacteria would be very bad for the flowers... Bacteria is the number one enemy for making flowers last... so bacteria means shorter vase life... Another good reason to not reuse the foam- (as if bacteria production wasn't enough)... Is that when you place stems into the foam- after it has been used- you run the risk of running into the previous holes- created by the stems and if the stems are not FLUSH with the foam they cannot take up the water... this is why we use the foam... so if it cannot transport water to the flowers- it's not doing it's job... Finally- if allowed to dry out- the foam will not be able to soak up water or transport it to the flower as it is designed... (here's a helpful tip- Cut only the amount of foam that fits into your container- THEN Soak it... this way you can store the dry foam until you need it again... Thank so much for the AWESOME Question... I appreciate it so much- Have a Flower Filled Day!
Hello, I looked everywhere in the US for this Oasis hot glue pan, impossible to find it. Do you know where to buy it? I would truly appreciate this information. Thanks for this great video, as usual.
Hi Aby... Nearly ALL Wholesale Floral Distributors stock and carry- Oasis Hot Pan Melt Glue- both in Bulk and in Small Bags... here's a link to the Oasis Website Floral Distributor LOCATOR- that will help you find one in your area... www.oasisfloralproducts.com/apps/store-locator If that is not helpful... here's a search for Hot Pan Melt Glue- that has dozens of options- including Save on Crafts- and other Craft Outlets... I hope this information is helpful... duckduckgo.com/?t=ffsb&q=Hot+Pan+Melt+Glue+Pellets&iax=images&ia=images You are welcome- and I hope you are able to locate the pan melt glue soon!
@@LifeinBloom Thanks for your quick reply, but I was talking of the skillet itself. What brand is it please? (I know where to find the glue, my problem is where to buy the skillet you are using in this video?)
@@abythomas3097 It is from OASIS as well- and wholesale florists carry them... they are also available through other websites... same as the glue- many times they come in a package- with Glue and Pan! Hope that helps!
Yes... Smithers Oasis- makes both Green and White Water Proof Anchor tape- and also a clear version too! One of my favorite products! Thanks for the question Queen Grace!
The Glue for the Foam is Hot Pan Melt Glue- you can find it at any Wholesale Florist or Craft store... the Knife I use for foam is no longer created... sad to say- but I have found them at Wholesale Florists- still in stock- so start searching- they came from the Garcia Group- and many wholesale florists still have them in stock!
The Foam Knife is a product that was created in partnership with Swiss Army and The Garcia Group at FloraMart- It is no longer in production- but Oasis Floral Products makes a Foam Knife- and you may still be able to find these foam knives at Wholesale Florist Distributors... and/or ebay!
I don't know Venice... but I'm glad you chose "ME" Over the MALL... hehehe! Glad you found it enjoyable and learned things... Thank you for the sweet comment! I appreciate it very much!
No sure- what you asking MyBody... the foam ? or the container? The foam will naturally drip for several minutes after soaking... so there is no way to prevent that... Let me know - if you can explain further... I'm happy to answer your question... Thank you!
This information really helped a lot. I believe I will be doing my own centerpieces for my wedding. But would like to know a really good way to store them at home the day before the wedding... any information would be helpful. Thank you.
Never put them near a vent at home. I would place them on a kitchen counter after all the cooking is done that way they won't be around any heat.If you're thinking about using hydreangea I would definitely do the centerpieces the same day of the event. Hope this helps.
What holder do I use at the top of a pisner vase or trumpet vase? I'm worried the flowers could fall off. The flowers will be full resting on a 32"tall pilsner vase. The top is 4.5". Need your help
I would use the LARGE Gala Bouquet holder.. that way it's very stable and the handle would fit down in side the vase, con kal. You can find them at local floral supply houses... or buy them direct at www.uBloom.com/BuyGala! I hope this helpful!
Thank you... I think that people get scared of flower foam... and this gives me an opportunity to share some tips and tricks - that can make budding designers like yourself... comfortable ... Thanks again for the comment!
Thank you so much for your concern and reply... i subscribed to your channel cause i found it amazing, i saw 3 videos till now and each time i learn something new ... so thanks
thanks for the video, I found it helpful, I have a question can I use the same technique to arrange clay flowers n if so, wht to do when foam dries up, thank you
Thank you Anusha for the kind comments... Use DRY Foam... or foam that is created for Dried or Permanent Flowers... that will work better for your clay flowers... then there is no moisture involved! Hope this is helpful!
Flower foam can release some water when hung- this usually stops after 10 -12 minutes... so it's an issue you can take care of up front... Also... you can wrap the foam in a plastic bag and seal... then you would pierce the stems through the bag... and the bag helps keep the moisture in place... I do hope this information is helpful!
I will put that on my list of requests kanchana... While it challenging to get to every request- I put them on a list for our producers to consider for upcoming videos... Thanks for the suggestion!
Can you please do a tutorial for a rectangular roses only all over every side please I am really lost and can't seem to figure out the arrangement like from the front it's fine but sides top bottom very difficult as roses goes opposite eachother please please help
Hi Aisha... I don't understand your question or the type of arrangement you are trying to create? If you would like to send a picture of the arrangement to my email... I can look into it... thank you.- J@ubloom.com
To be sure that the foam is held securely in place... this also helps prevent the foam from splitting apart when you add larger stem flowers- it's an extra step to insure the security of the arrangement during transportation... Thanks for the great question KidWorries GT!
The liquid I use is water treated with Flower Nutrient... I prefer the Flower Nutrients from Chrysal... you can purchase them from your Local Professional Florist.. or in the uBloom store... www.chrysalflowerfood.com/categories.php?category=All-Products#.V1XFPGaf97F
Thanks for the great info!! I don't suppose I can just use my hot glue gun to attach the foam to my dish? I don't have a hot glue pan and I need to do this tomorrow...shoot, do I have to resort to tape? :(
It may work... with the gun... but the Pan is much better... and it's way easier... I think it would be best to go with the tape for this one... until you're better prepared! Thanks for the comment!
I'm so stoked that it's safe to glue the foam down! I have an idea to create a flower and moss base for my submerged flower centerpieces!
It makes it so much easier Aisling... I appreciate the kind comments... and thank you for subscribing to my channel... and thanks for Watching TOO!!
I make arrangements for friends and family as a hobby so I come to youtube to learn tips and techniques.
You are definitely, my favorite floral designer to learn from, J. Thanks ! I love working with floral foam and appreciate your recommendations very much.
I live about 20 minutes from Eufloria and the other nurseries in Nipomo, CA so I'm lucky that I can get super fresh flowers.
You are so welcome! That is wonderful- Tell my Friends at EUFLORIA- Hello for me... they are the BEST!
Amazing. I’m new on making flower arrangements and you had explained this so well. I learned so much. Thank you for making this video and helping others. I can’t wait to make more arrangements and applied what I learned
Well said Isabel Ahern that's just what I was going to say 😊 I love watching him he's so easy to understand.
What a great video! Thanks... I should have watched it BEFORE doing my arrangement lol
Thanks so much Jamelle... At least NOW you have the information you needed- I'm delighted it was helpful... thank you for subscribing to my channel... I appreciate it very much!
Awesome!! Thank you! I once saw a "so-called florist pour water over hers" and read comments and many said it was incorrect as well lol... thank you again!!
Thanks Dion... You can always count on me to truthful and honest... they don't call me the "most Trusted voice in the Flower Industry" light heartedly... Thanks for the comment my friend!
Excelent video, worth watching!
Glad you think so signoreal! - and Thank you for subscribing to my channel... my Friend!
Awesome video! I want to start making my own arrangements for my house and wanted to know the basics. Glad I found your video!👏🏻👏🏻💖💐🌷🌹🌺🌸🌼🌻
Wonderful A Ling... I'm glad you found them too... I try to make it simple and easy for everyone... I'm delighted you enjoyed this information... and thank you so much for subscribing to my Channel!
J Schwanke your tip about soaking them in water infused with floral nutrients. My floral arrangements have lasted so much longer! I wished I found your channel sooner! Thanks a bunch. Mother’s Day will be an amazing floral one this year. 💖🤗
Ive rewatched this video like 30 times love it
Thanks so much Hassan... I'm glad you find the information valuable... I appreciate the kind comment!
This is one of the best tutorials i have watched. Awesome !
Thank you for the basic and important for how to arrange flowers 🙏😇🌹🌹🌹
My pleasure 😊 - I'm glad you found the information helpful!
I am taking a class and we covered foam but this was a great addition!
I'm so glad it was helpful Garlic Girl... Thank you!
Thank you, getting the basics down is so important.
I couldn't agree with you more - the basics are the building blocks for great design... thanks for the observation and for subscribing to my channel Karen!
I like the hot glue over taping around the foam because it makes it much easier to insert the flowers without worrying about the tape, but when I make arrangements for my home or my family, I can remove the taped foam, and clean and reuse the plastic base. It feels ludicrous to throw away the base after one use. Can you "unglue" the foam once the life of the arrangement ends, or does this assembly becomes one-use only? Thank you for your wonderful videos, you are awesome 😊
THIS Is such an Awesome Question- thanks- I'm going to include it an upcoming Flower Thought!
Here's a simple little trick- you're right- about the tape coming off... but the glue being stuck forever...
So... Simply line the clean dry container with a few strips of Duct Tape- The waterproof kind) and then glue the foam with the hot glue to the duct tape... after the bouquet has expired- you can simply remove the duct tape- and the container is reusable again... It's Simple- and also works great for fragile- expensive- or antique containers that you don't want to use anchor tape-... and it prevents damage to the container...
Thanks again for this great question... I appreciate it so much!
OMG LOVE THE INFORMATION, THANK YOU SO MUCH
You are so welcome Yasmine... I appreciate the kind comments- and thanks for subscribing to my channel!
Very good video. I started a 1-month online "Basics of Floral Design" course some weeks ago, and it's actually been a bit of a flop, because of the teacher. He is a professional florist, he does know a lot about designs and all, and he means well, but he is just not good at teaching, almost at all. These kind of videos help me a lot, though I feel like this is a bit more advanced than what I know so far. But thanks very much
Thanks a lot for the sharing, i like the way you explained, clear & easy to understand.
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Interested in learning floral Arrangement. Thanks for the wonderful video
Thank you so much! such amazing, clear instructions and tips!
Thank you Jay I'm always learning more and more from you
You are just incredible! I am learning so much with your videos. Thank you so much!
Thank you very much Diane... I appreciate the kind comments... Glad you are enjoying the videos!
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Thank You for the great video. It a lot of new information that I've learned today. Keep up the good job!.
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hola...tu trabajo es hermoso, yo estoy terminando la carrera de disiño floral y tus videos me an ayudado mucho...ojala q algun dia haga diseños como los tuyos,..un beso desde Mx.
Thank you for the kind comments- I'm hoping your career is going well! All the BEST! Thanks for the KISS!
Dear Mr. Schwanke, thank you very much for expanding my (modest) knowledge of flower arranging. You helped me very much in many aspects. About this video: my knowledge of English seems not to be enough to understand the sequence about gluing the foam with a hot glue into container. Please, could you be so kind and write what sort of glue is used to glue the foam, or some other advise about how to glue pieces of foam together? Than you very much, I wish you have many satisfied costumers and followers :)
I glue the foam dry- and with Oasis Pan Melt Adhesive- about 300 Degrees... you can find a free video in our Monday Mechanics videos on uBloom.com!
Thank you one more time
I'm learning so much from you! I just watch you over and over! Keep them coming please!!
Thanks so much Brooke... I'm happy your are finding the information helpful and useful... We'll keep them coming for sure!
Thanks for sharing... very helpful tips
Glad it was helpful my friend!
How often should the foam be replaced? Also, does it need to be "watered" after you've placed the flower into it?
The foam should be replaced after each use- because it will develop bacteria inside... and the foam should be soaked in flower nutrient water before arranging- then as the water is depleted- be sure to top off the container with Flower Nutrient water! Thanks for the questions Lynda!
Wow loved your hand-tied bouquet! Your are the best...
WOW- thank you Nelia... I'm glad you liked the project and the video!
I would like to see the hand-tied bouquet!! I saw a pic of a heart-shaped hand-tied bouquet and I'm trying to figure out how it was made... for Valentine's Day.
Very good demonstration! Thank u so much!
You are very welcome Sa Sa- and thanks for subscribing to my channel!
Beautiful demonstration ❤
Thank you very much Maria... I appreciate your kind comments... and thanks for subscribing to my channel!
Amazing tricks and tips...thanks
Hi J,
Thanks for your reply.
I take your point.
My concern is to whether I should use it on a project I'm about to begin.
I was planning to use the foam to construct of a terrarium 'mountain-scape'. e.g using the foam to create layers of height and shape, then covering the foam with a layer of soil adding ferns and mosses etc. and then having the lower part of the terrarium under water.
After I saw the warning about flower foam leaching nasty stuff when submerged in water for a long time, in my case semi-permanently (years), so I've started to doubt whether to proceed with foam or not.
The terrarium will be kept in-doors at room temperature.
I would imagine that you don't keep your foam submerged in water for longer than a few weeks at most? This could possibly be the reason it's not affected you.
best regards.
The combination of Soil, Water, Flower Foam and Plants- might not provide the clearest water solution for your terrarium... However flower foam is a credible and popular growing medium- for starting cuttings- and you won't be using large amounts- for example- Poinsettia cuttings are started in foam mediums- and I transplanted 1000's of Poinsettias over the years- and we grew the Poinsettias to Perfection- in our greenhouses- where the flower foam remained in the soil in the pot... Since you are not growing FOOD PRODUCTS - or drinking the water - or soaking your hands in the water inside the terrarium- there should be little issue- with using the foam in this manner... Perhaps Rocks - of different shapes and sizes would provide a similar type of 'structure' inside your terrarium...
The other obvious attribute of Flower Foam- is that it soaks up water- and thus would provide/contribute to excess humidity inside the terrarium- this could or could not be helpful to the overall growing of the ferns and moss...
I have successfully grown moss on saturated flower foam- and have not had issue with that process...
I hope this information is helpful my friend...
This video was very informative. Thank you!!!
Thank you so much Nezire- I'm pleased you enjoyed the video- and found the information useful!
Cool ideas. Love the experience you share.
Thank you so much!
Thank You so much! Great information!
Thank you for sharing this video. I have learned so much. 👍👍👍
You're Very Welcome Tong- Thanks for subscribing to my channel!
Your training skills are fantastic!
Thank you so much Polly- I'm glad you like them... there are many here on my UA-cam Channel and even more at www.uBloom.com - My website... Thank you again for the comment and subscribing to my channel!
Where can I get the utility container for the square foam? (In Canada) thx! Great video!
I would suggest a Florist Supply LTD Location- they are a great wholesale florist in Canada... I hope that is helpful!
Thanks so much. I learn a lot from your videos. Do you have a video on basic round flower arrangement?
There are many videos here on UA-cam- but a lot more at www.uBloom.com!
Is that a rectangular produce knife? What should I google when looking to buy a knife like that?
That is my ORIGINAL Foam Knife that was created by Victorinox... I understand they are no longer in production... but I did find this one from FloraCraft... here's a link... www.amazon.com/FloraCraft-RS9918-6-4-Floral/dp/B00DVS5AQM
Useful video, thanks for the information
Thank you so much Manju- and Thank you for subscribing to my Channel! I appreciate it very much!
Awesome and very informative presentation. Thank you!
Thank you Eileen!
What kind of foam, if any is used in the tall floor vases for arrangements? Great and informative videos!!
I prefer OASIS Delux brand flower foam... and if the vase is very large... I like to use the DESIGNER BLOCKS from Oasis... a much larger size piece... it is also made out of the delux formula!
how long do the flowers stay fresh using this technique?
It depends on the Flowers- my friend... Carnations and Chrysanthemums can last for nearly 2 weeks in Flower Foam... Roses and Lilies - not quite as long... but the Oasis Company has designed their flower foam to be the perfect combinations for flowers to transmit water to the blooms- so it's a very positive experience... when you use Smithers Oasis Brand Flower Foam! THANK YOU for the question!
Your videos are amazing! I have learned so much from them and you are a terrific presenter! x
Thank you so much for the Kind comments Angel... I appreciate it very much! I'm so thankful you are finding the videos helpful! Have a Flower Filled Day!
You are very welcome! I am a 'happy amateur' when it comes to flower arranging and your videos have given me so much information and great ideas. And you are very natural in front of the camera. I look forward to every new video you post. Have a great day! Xx
Saludos muy buen video pero estaria vien tambien en español saludos desde toluca
Thank you Salvador... We do allow for translations... but at the present time- don't have anyone on staff that can translate of videos... my Apologies...
I’m here in 2022, great video!
Love your videos. What brand of hot glue do you use please? Thanks
Oasis HOT MELT Glue- you can find it on the Oasis Floral Products Website Aby!
Thank you so much !!!!! I learned a lot from this video
Thank you so much Magdala... I'm glad you found the information useful- my friend!
Lot's of good information!
Thank you so much Shelli... Thanks for subscribing to my channel too!
Wonderful video. Can you usec the glue method with several pieces of floral foam in the same arrangement?
Not really sure what you are asking Natoya- so... two things... you can glue more than one block of foam into a container - as long as they are both adhered to the container... but if you glue one block to another block of foam it will not allow the flowers nor the stems to move between the two blocks... so I hope this helpful information my friend!
Also, is it low temperature? I just saw that Surebonder makes a skillet for glue, can it replace the Oasis?
You can use any Skillet- I have found many at garage sales or thrift stores... it's a great way to find a BIGGER Size skillet- You set the temp- so that you can ensure LOWER TEMPS- the glue should be about the consistency of taffy- not CLEAR and SMOKING... I try to set the temp at about 175... it takes a bit longer to melt- but it seems safer that heating it up on high and the trying to cool it down...
I hope this additional information is helpful...
I want to make one for my great grandpa for this weekend but how can I stand it is it possible?
Interesting, how long do you get real flowers to last using these floral blocks. I would imagine the water soaked in them allows the flowers to last longer with out watering them.
Thank you Sam... Great Question- with the improvements they have made over the years... flowers last up to two weeks in the flower foam- as long as you continue to replenish the water supply and use quality Flower Nutrients... It's important to continue to add water... for flowers in any situation!
Thanks for the question and for subscribing to my channel!
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No problem 👍 Any time Tina!
I learned a lot. Do you always use glue and waterproof tape prior to soaking? If you wanted to use a big round glass vase, what are the steps you would take...in order? Don't think you would glue the wet foam into glass vase. You would want to reuse.
Great Question- here's one of my favorite Tricks Karen...
But First- YOU ALWAYS Glue the Foam into the vase DRY- then soak vase and all... it's nearly impossible to glue in wet foam and get it to stay...
Next... line the glass bowl with DUCT TAPE... and the GLUE the DRY Foam to the Duct Tape... since it's waterproof- you can then soak- and after use- remove the tape and you won't have damaged the container... PRESTO!!!
Enjoy - and thanks for the question... I appreciate it so much!
Thank you for answering my question. I realize you glue foam to vase or ductape, then do slow soak of all, but what if it's a big round one...you will need a big bucket to fit the big bowl or vase with foam in it. I am literally talking about a heavy big round glass or ceramic vase...so it may pull down in water fast so the foam will go down in seconds. Not all vases or pots are small, so that why I want to know if you would handle the same way. That's my ? It's easy to do plastic or small stuff as you showed on video. I love your channel! Thx!
@@karendistefano6001 Certainly- good elaboration... Many times if the container is too large to soak... I still afix the dry foam- and gradually add flower nutrient water to the container- on one side only... adding it very slowly so that it soaks into the bottom first.... and then allowing a bit of time- and adding more- in several applications- this allows the water to naturally soak into the base of the foam first- and still allows for the air to escape... this gradual process is quite successful- it's about taking the time to SLOWLY add the water... and insure that the foam soaks from the bottom up... Thanks for the opportunity to clarity and also for the KIND Comment about my channel.... I appreciate it very much!
thank you so much for this video! the foam with the cake size, is it 6" in diameter or 8"? thank you
It is 8 inches... in Diameter- Thanks for the question rutgenesis
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You’re welcome 😊
Hey J. I have learned so much watching your videos while I learn design! Where can I get the foam knife?
Unfortunately the foam knife I use is no longer available- but they have a great one at www.oasisfloralproducts.com!
Really good tutorial
Thank you Janet...I appreciate your kind comments!
Can we reuse these foam blocks ??? Or can use only once ???
NO- and Thank you for the question Shazi- Foam Bricks should be used only once... the basic reason- is because bacteria builds up inside the foam... from the degrading botanical stems- this is absorbed into the foam- and if you were to reuse the foam- the bacteria would be very bad for the flowers...
Bacteria is the number one enemy for making flowers last... so bacteria means shorter vase life...
Another good reason to not reuse the foam- (as if bacteria production wasn't enough)... Is that when you place stems into the foam- after it has been used- you run the risk of running into the previous holes- created by the stems and if the stems are not FLUSH with the foam they cannot take up the water... this is why we use the foam... so if it cannot transport water to the flowers- it's not doing it's job...
Finally- if allowed to dry out- the foam will not be able to soak up water or transport it to the flower as it is designed... (here's a helpful tip- Cut only the amount of foam that fits into your container- THEN Soak it... this way you can store the dry foam until you need it again...
Thank so much for the AWESOME Question... I appreciate it so much- Have a Flower Filled Day!
Thank you for your brief answer you’re the best 🙂
Question..Do you place the bouquet that is in the soaked foam on a tray in vessel once you are done and does that vessel have water in it as well??
Hi Jacob- Yes- you would ALWAYS place the soaked foam in a vase , container or vessel- that has room to add water frequently- Thanks for the question!
@@LifeinBloom So what if you are using something like a block tray or box with soaked foam? there isn't much room on a block tray for water.
Thanks so much for the videos, awesome 😎
You're welcome!
Hello, I looked everywhere in the US for this Oasis hot glue pan, impossible to find it. Do you know where to buy it? I would truly appreciate this information. Thanks for this great video, as usual.
Hi Aby... Nearly ALL Wholesale Floral Distributors stock and carry- Oasis Hot Pan Melt Glue- both in Bulk and in Small Bags... here's a link to the Oasis Website Floral Distributor LOCATOR- that will help you find one in your area... www.oasisfloralproducts.com/apps/store-locator
If that is not helpful... here's a search for Hot Pan Melt Glue- that has dozens of options- including Save on Crafts- and other Craft Outlets... I hope this information is helpful...
duckduckgo.com/?t=ffsb&q=Hot+Pan+Melt+Glue+Pellets&iax=images&ia=images
You are welcome- and I hope you are able to locate the pan melt glue soon!
@@LifeinBloom Thanks for your quick reply, but I was talking of the skillet itself. What brand is it please? (I know where to find the glue, my problem is where to buy the skillet you are using in this video?)
@@abythomas3097 It is from OASIS as well- and wholesale florists carry them... they are also available through other websites... same as the glue- many times they come in a package- with Glue and Pan! Hope that helps!
Did anybody else thinks this was satisfying and kinda asmr ♡♡
It's fun- to soak foam- I've been doing it for many years... I'm glad you liked the video Ness!
J Schwanke no problem but this was a good video
Is the waterproof tape the same as the oasis tape?
Yes... Smithers Oasis- makes both Green and White Water Proof Anchor tape- and also a clear version too! One of my favorite products! Thanks for the question Queen Grace!
Hi MR JAY what kind of glue are you using and where can I find the knife you are using ? Thx
The Glue for the Foam is Hot Pan Melt Glue- you can find it at any Wholesale Florist or Craft store... the Knife I use for foam is no longer created... sad to say- but I have found them at Wholesale Florists- still in stock- so start searching- they came from the Garcia Group- and many wholesale florists still have them in stock!
Can you repeat the name of the foam knife maker? Thanks
The Foam Knife is a product that was created in partnership with Swiss Army and The Garcia Group at FloraMart- It is no longer in production- but Oasis Floral Products makes a Foam Knife- and you may still be able to find these foam knives at Wholesale Florist Distributors... and/or ebay!
Thank you my teacher!!!
You are welcome my student!
Nice video wish you the best
Thank you so much...thanks for subscribing to my Channel!
Why am i watching foams being cut when I should be at the mall watching a movie? Learned a lot though! Thank you.
I don't know Venice... but I'm glad you chose "ME" Over the MALL... hehehe! Glad you found it enjoyable and learned things... Thank you for the sweet comment! I appreciate it very much!
How do you keep it from leaking?
No sure- what you asking MyBody... the foam ? or the container? The foam will naturally drip for several minutes after soaking... so there is no way to prevent that... Let me know - if you can explain further... I'm happy to answer your question... Thank you!
Love Camp!
How easily is floral foam to carve
Very Easy!
Do they come in round
Thank you!!!
You're welcome!
Great... class
Thank you so much Edgardo... I appreciate it... and thanks for subscribing to my Channel!
very valuable advise.thanks
Thank you so much!
This information really helped a lot. I believe I will be doing my own centerpieces for my wedding. But would like to know a really good way to store them at home the day before the wedding... any information would be helpful.
Thank you.
Never put them near a vent at home. I would place them on a kitchen counter after all the cooking is done that way they won't be around any heat.If you're thinking about using hydreangea I would definitely do the centerpieces the same day of the event. Hope this helps.
Keeping them as cool as possible is very helpful and do not allow fans to blow on them!
Thank you
You're welcome-Thanks so much for watching and subscribing my friend!
This is so satisfying!
Thank you So much Denitsa... I appreciate your kind comments!
How long does an oasis arrangement can last? Does it need to be hidrated after a couple of days?
That's why you add water EVERY DAY... the flowers can last up to 21 days in flower foam... depending on the variety! Thanks for the question!
@@LifeinBloom Thanks for your answer! Great videos.
How long a rose last on a floral foam?
If you are using a high quality rose that has been conditioned properly and the foam is conditioned properly - about 5-7 days is typical!
hello sir can u upload a video or send me a link how to hang flower foam on wall.
I would use the Oasis Floral Cage- it is available from Oasis Floral Products.com it has 2 different attachments for hanging on walls!
What holder do I use at the top of a pisner vase or trumpet vase? I'm worried the flowers could fall off. The flowers will be full resting on a 32"tall pilsner vase. The top is 4.5". Need your help
I would use the LARGE Gala Bouquet holder.. that way it's very stable and the handle would fit down in side the vase, con kal. You can find them at local floral supply houses... or buy them direct at www.uBloom.com/BuyGala!
I hope this helpful!
Very informative! Thanks so much ♥️♥️♥️✅
You are so welcome Twiggy!!!
very useful thank you sooo much
Thank you... I think that people get scared of flower foam... and this gives me an opportunity to share some tips and tricks - that can make budding designers like yourself... comfortable ... Thanks again for the comment!
Thank you so much for your concern and reply... i subscribed to your channel cause i found it amazing, i saw 3 videos till now and each time i learn something new ... so thanks
I'm glad you are enjoying it... thank you for the subscribe... I appreciate it very much. I'm delighted you are finding useful videos and information!
Great.
thanks for the video, I found it helpful, I have a question can I use the same technique to arrange clay flowers n if so, wht to do when foam dries up, thank you
Thank you Anusha for the kind comments... Use DRY Foam... or foam that is created for Dried or Permanent Flowers... that will work better for your clay flowers... then there is no moisture involved! Hope this is helpful!
thanks a lot for the reply, keep posting more videos,,
Beautiful, thanks for sharing I am a new subbie .
Thank you so much Bonita! Thanks for subscribing to my channel!
Will the sponge will not leak if it was hanged?
Flower foam can release some water when hung- this usually stops after 10 -12 minutes... so it's an issue you can take care of up front...
Also... you can wrap the foam in a plastic bag and seal... then you would pierce the stems through the bag... and the bag helps keep the moisture in place... I do hope this information is helpful!
Wow! Love your video! May I ask where could I buy the foan knife please?
What is the name of the glue that you used?
Oasis Pan Melt Glue... the skillet is also from Oasis Floral Products... you can purchase here...
www.oasisfloralproducts.com
@@LifeinBloom I click on your link, no oasis pan melt glue appears.
Thanks for the tips, okay so now I can hot glue the foam to my arrangement piece then soak it.
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wonderful thank you for your videos
Thank you Nom... I appreciate your kind comments... I'm so pleased you like the videos!!!
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Hi , can you show how to do fresh lotus flower arrangement please
I will put that on my list of requests kanchana... While it challenging to get to every request- I put them on a list for our producers to consider for upcoming videos... Thanks for the suggestion!
Can you please do a tutorial for a rectangular roses only all over every side please
I am really lost and can't seem to figure out the arrangement like from the front it's fine but sides top bottom very difficult as roses goes opposite eachother please please help
Hi Aisha... I don't understand your question or the type of arrangement you are trying to create? If you would like to send a picture of the arrangement to my email... I can look into it... thank you.- J@ubloom.com
Why do u cover the foam with the waterproof tape?
To be sure that the foam is held securely in place... this also helps prevent the foam from splitting apart when you add larger stem flowers- it's an extra step to insure the security of the arrangement during transportation... Thanks for the great question KidWorries GT!
J Schwanke owh thank u for replying !
where can i buy the liquid you use for floral foam, thanks
The liquid I use is water treated with Flower Nutrient... I prefer the Flower Nutrients from Chrysal... you can purchase them from your Local Professional Florist.. or in the uBloom store...
www.chrysalflowerfood.com/categories.php?category=All-Products#.V1XFPGaf97F
Can u please teach small arrangement
Thanks for the great info!! I don't suppose I can just use my hot glue gun to attach the foam to my dish? I don't have a hot glue pan and I need to do this tomorrow...shoot, do I have to resort to tape? :(
It may work... with the gun... but the Pan is much better... and it's way easier... I think it would be best to go with the tape for this one... until you're better prepared! Thanks for the comment!
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