Flower Bouquets for Weddings - J Schwanke's Life In Bloom - Flower Arranging (2024)

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This playlist includes education videos on how to create different types of wedding bouquets- hosted by J Schwanke. These videos include different types of flowers-
and unique styles and concepts for wedding bouquets including hand tied, cascade, round and composite flower bouquets!

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Flower Bouquets for Weddings - J Schwanke's Life In Bloom - Flower Arranging (2)

  • 11:54

    Painted Succulent Bouquet

    Painted Succulent Bouquet

    J Creates a Hand Tied Bouquet using oranges, burgundy flowers paired with Bronze and Copper Succulents. Color Enhancing Succulents allows you to combine color and texture to your bouquets. These gorgeous “flower keepsakes” make the Bouquet Magical!

  • 10:15

    Hand Wired Glamelia

    Hand Wired Glamelia

    : J channels his grandfather Carnation Joe Green and creates a hand wired Glamelia from Gladiolus Blossom… sharing the time honored techniques it requires to create this composite flower masterpiece.

  • 13:40

    Ocean Series Chrysanthemums from Florigene!

    Ocean Series Chrysanthemums from Florigene!

    J introduces the NEW Ocean Series Chrysanthemums from Florigene and Suntory Flowers! Introducing the NEW Varieties, Opal, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Coral and Jade. J shares the Shapes and Colors of Each Variety- and then Creates a two-sided hand bouquet that is suitable for a wedding or special ...

  • 09:35

    Wedding Bouquet with Peonies!

    Wedding Bouquet with Peonies!

    It’s all about Peonies this week on Fun with Flowers and J. J shares expert tips for getting the best Peonies (From Brannan Street)… How to open tight buds… and even some thing NOT TO DO… J creates a gorgeous wedding bouquet of Pink, White and Blush Peonies as well.

    It’s all about the Peonies …...

  • 07:37

    Foliage Wedding Bouquet!

    Foliage Wedding Bouquet!

    J creates one of the hottest trends… an All Foliage Wedding Bouquet. Using the Ultimate Bouquet from the Fabulous Foliage Collection by FernTrust. Using the Gala Bouquet Holder- and finishing with Chrysal Leaf Shine!

    To learn more about Chrysal Leaf Shine… visit their website at www.ChrysalUSA....

  • 05:38

    Wisteria Wedding Bouquet

    Wisteria Wedding Bouquet

    This week- it’s all about those Glorious Grey Lavender colors… and Design Master is on deck to help J adjust the colors perfectly!

    J creates a wedding bouquet in the Gala Bouquet Holder… and uses the NEW Wisteria überMatte to give the holder a perfect matte color finish.

    Then he adjusts the co...

  • 06:40

    How to Create Hydrangea Bouquets for Weddings!

    How to Create Hydrangea Bouquets for Weddings!

    J is on Location at CUTTS Floral Supply in Lincoln NE showing how to use Antique Hydrangea from Esprit Miami in a Hand Tied Wedding Bouquet. J shows the versatility of using Hydrangea as an Armature and also how the Designer Color of Roses and Carnations from Esprit can create Color Magic for a W...

  • 30:26

    How to Create a Cascade Wedding Bouquet!

    How to Create a Cascade Wedding Bouquet!

    J uses the Crystal Gala® Bouquet Holder to create a Cascade Wedding Bouquet of Roses, Orchids, Lily and Stephanotis. Using Time Saving Techniques and Creative Tips... J shares the secrets to Creating Cascade Bouquet Quickly and Easily! Wedding Bouquets have never been this easy or beautiful!

  • 09:11

    How to create a Hand-Tied Cascade Wedding Bouquet!

    How to create a Hand-Tied Cascade Wedding Bouquet!

    J Creates a Hand Tied Cascading Wedding Bouquet… that lights up… with tiny LED Lights: The Tornado 20 from Acolyte… J shows simple easy ways to use this submergible string of TINY battery operated LED Lights.

  • 10:37

    Cascade Wedding Bouquet featuring Clematis and Succulents!

    Cascade Wedding Bouquet featuring Clematis and Succulents!

    Wedding Bouquet styles continue to evolve… and J shares tips for using Succulents and Ribbon in your Wedding work… and how easy it is to use Roseville Farms Clematis! This durable naturally cascading material is perfect for a cascade style bouquet!

    For more information on the Clematis including...

  • 08:21

    Lavender Shimmer Wedding Bouquet!

    Lavender Shimmer Wedding Bouquet!

    Finding the perfect color to match or compliment a wedding palette isn’t always easy. ColorFresh Foliages from FernTrust allow you to introduce the perfect color with Foliage…enhancing the color and adding texture… ColorFresh allows you to match any color perfectly!

    For more information on Color...

  • 05:35

    Magnum Chrysanthemum Wedding Bouquet!

    Magnum Chrysanthemum Wedding Bouquet!

    One of my Favorite NEW Flowers- is the Magnum Chrysanthemum from Deliflor- I saw Magnum a few years ago at the World Flower Expo in Las Vegas- my friend JD from Deliflor has several on display and it was Love at First Sight for me…

    The Huge Size of this Chrysanthemum- and the ‘shaggy’ appearanc...

  • 11:49

    Composite Alstroemeria Flower!

    Composite Alstroemeria Flower!

    Composite Flowers are all the rage… and working with Cold Adhesive allows you to create composite flowers from all sorts of Flowers… no wiring or taping necessary. J shares a unique Composite Flower created from Symphony Alstroemeria from Esmeralda Farms!

  • 05:55

    Protea Wedding Bouquets

    Protea Wedding Bouquets

    Protea are a hot trend for Wedding Bouquets… and Burlap and Lace are equally hot for today’s bride! J uses this American-made (and stitched) ribbon from Reliant Ribbon paired with American-grown Protea from Resendiz Brothers to create a fashion forward Wedding Bouquet and Event Centerpiece!

  • 12:16

    How to create a Composite Orchid Bouquet!

    How to create a Composite Orchid Bouquet!

    Composite Orchids are all the rage.. and J shows you how easy it is to create this glamorous flower… perfect for a wedding bouquet or special event… J’s tips and tricks makes it Fast & Easy… and gives you professional results!

  • 11:54

    Cascading Calla Lily Wedding Bouquet

    Cascading Calla Lily Wedding Bouquet

    J shares an artistic method for creating a Cascading Calla Lily Bouquet using the Amazing Calla-fornia Callas from Callaco! See how CA provides the Perfect Ocean Side Climate for Gorgeous Callas… and master this creative technique

  • 06:25

    Cascade Bridal Bouquet with Ivy & (Thornless) Sprengeri!

    J shows how quickly and easily you can create a Cascade Style Bridal Bouquet using Trailing Ivy and (Thornless) Sprengeri! Accented with Fragrant Vitality Roses and Gerando Gerbera Daisies and White Clematis. J creates the bouquet in the Gala Bouquet Holder and shows how you can display it at the...

  • 12:00

    How to arrange flowers: Composite Calla Lily Bouquet!

    How to arrange flowers: Composite Calla Lily Bouquet!

    J creates an Incredible Composite Flower using Premium Callas from Esprit Miami… you may be familiar with Composite Roses…Glads or even Orchids… and Today’s Project is a Showstopper… Perfect for a Wedding or Special Event… The Composite Calla Project is a “MUST SEE”…

  • 01:08

    Wedding Flowers Your Way- by J Schwanke- 12 Lessons Preview

    Wedding Flowers Your Way- by J Schwanke- 12 Lessons Preview

    Created by J Schwanke and uBloom.com.- Step by Step Lessons that teach you to create Wedding Flowers Your Way- A Series of 10 Lessons, including Bouquets, Flowers to Wear, Celebration and Ceremony Flowers- Featuring the Gala® Bouquet Holder- taught by Flower Expert J Schwanke from uBloom.com

  • 06:16

    How to arrange with Peonies!

    How to arrange with Peonies!

    Peonies are a traditional- and much loved Spring Flower. As a child we had 2 large acres of Peonies- that my Grandpa Carnation Joe would care for, pamper and of course harvest! We always wanted to be sure we had Peonies to offer our customers for Memorial Day…

    This meant pampering and caring fo...

  • 16:41

    How to Create a Pomander Ball and other Ribbon Techniques!

    How to Create a Pomander Ball and other Ribbon Techniques!

    J shares his favorite ribbon techniques using the Fantastic Ribbon from Reliant and follows up with a viewer Request: How to Create a Pomander Ball... using a few simple techniques and gorgeous Spray Roses from Eufloria Flowers J helps you Perfect your Pomander Techniques!

  • 05:50

    Care and Handling – Cut Peonies- includes opening tips!

    Care and Handling – Cut Peonies- includes opening tips!

    Tips for Opening Peonies + Care and Handling for Peonies!

    It’s Peony Season- whether you’re ordering them- finding them at Flower Sellers- or cutting them out of the yard… Peonies benefit from a few of my favorite tips I’ve learned over the years.

    We grew several acres of Peonies -for our Flo...

  • 05:15

    Longer Lasting Flowers- with Chrysal Glory!

    Longer Lasting Flowers- with Chrysal Glory!

    This week’s Video Blog- provides the Secret to Longer Lasting Flowers- with Chrysal Professional Glory.
    An Anti-transpirant- that helps seal the molecular structure of the flower- and thus prevents the flower from Transpiring Water off the face of the flower quickly.
    This is an ideal treatment ...

  • 07:18

    Heather-ish for Color-shifting Flowers with Design Master!

    Heather-ish for Color-shifting Flowers with Design Master!

    I’m introducing one of the NEW Colors from Design Master – Heather-ish. This wonderful antique lavender color is Trend forward and so popular.
    In our project I use Heather-ish to paint a glass vase from the Thrift store…and to color-shift Hydrangea, Protea, Zinnias and Victoria Fern from www.Fer...

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FAQs

What is the number one wedding flower? ›

Roses: A Timeless Emblem of Love and Beauty‍

No wonder they remain THE iconic flower for celebrating love in its many colors. We adore how roses bring a special touch to weddings. Their elegance and beauty are just captivated in bouquets, arches, centerpieces...you name it.

How many days before wedding should you arrange flowers? ›

Finally, arrange the flowers

Most wedding flowers are arranged at least a day before the wedding as there is so much to do. This means the roses have to be arranged before they are looking their best and properly open.

How many flowers should be in a flower arrangement? ›

How Many Flowers Do I Need to Make a Bouquet?
ArrangementMixed Bouquet (Focal Flower, Secondary Flower, Filler, and Greens)
Stem Count for Small Arrangement10 Stems
Stem Count for Medium Arrangement18-20 Stems
Stem Count for Large Arrangement25-30 Stems

Is it cheaper to make your own wedding bouquets? ›

DIY Wedding Flowers Versus a Florist: Why Should You Be a DIY Bride. Save money: Based on the comparisons above, this one is pretty much a no-brainer. The flowers are cheaper, and the arrangements will be, too, since you aren't paying anyone to do them — unless you slip the flower girl $20 to lend a hand.

What is the etiquette for wedding flowers? ›

If you're opting to outfit everyone with flowers, it's typical to have bouquets for your bridesmaids; a basket of petals, nosegay, or flower crown for your flower girl; wrist corsages, nosegays, or floral clutch clips for female family members (like mothers, grandmothers, and sisters); and boutonnieres for the groom, ...

How do you keep a bouquet fresh before a wedding? ›

One of the best tips we've seen and one which many florists out there have recommended to us, is to keep your bouquet in a cool spot when not in use. Before you walk down the aisle, have your bouquet either kept in a fridge or cool room. The same goes for before your wedding photos take place.

Who is the flower guy on PBS? ›

J Schwanke's Life In Bloom is presented by your local public television station.

What is the 3 5 8 rule in floristry? ›

One of the European designs that we create in floristry is called the Form Linear, in which we apply flowers by using the 3:5:8 rule, with 3 main focal groups: 3 = Sub-dominate Group/Placement. 5 = Contrasting Group/Placement. 8 = Dominate Group/Placement.

What is the rule of 3 in floral design? ›

Rule of 3

In Floral Design, even numbers do not create a balanced look. Odd numbers, like 3, help create a balanced distribution of greens/flowers. Note: The brown numbers illustrate three branches. (Not a green, but important to note it also follows the rule of 3 for quantity).

What is the rule of three flower arrangement? ›

To mimic the way flowers grow in nature, place your focal flowers in groupings of two or three. As a general rule, using odd numbers of focal flowers (like three, five, seven, etc.) are the most pleasing to the eye.

What flowers are number 1 in the world? ›

The IFPI (International Federation of the Phonographic Industry) has released its annual ranking of the 10 most-consumed tracks on the planet in the year prior, and one extremely popular tune leads them all. Miley Cyrus' “Flowers” has been named the No. 1 song in the world in 2023.

What is the traditional bridal flower? ›

Rose. Always a popular choice, and with good reason. The red rose symbolises everlasting love, romance, beauty and courage. As a flower, it is ruled by the planet of love, Venus, and are the ultimate expression of femininity.

What is the number 1 prettiest flower? ›

1. Rose. The rose is considered the most beautiful flower in the world, which is why it's called the “queen of the garden.” It's one of the most popular flowers worldwide, and it comes in different sizes and colors. Also, they're very common throughout the world.

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