Chapter News

The North East Region hosts PFDE Mock Test

The North East Region hosts PFDE Mock Test

By Renee Tucci AIFD PFCI AAF On a blustery Sunday in February, seven eager, potential PFDE candidates arrived at Younger & Son Wholesale in Lansdale, PA., filled with all the nerves you would expect, when pushing yourself outside your comfort zone. Attendees traveled from as…

Transform Your Floral Design Skills at Gather 2024: A Must-Attend Event for Flower Enthusiasts hosted by AIFD Southern Chapter

Transform Your Floral Design Skills at Gather 2024: A Must-Attend Event for Flower Enthusiasts hosted by AIFD Southern Chapter

Do you have a passion for flowers and a desire to elevate your floral design skills? If so, Gather 2024 is the event you don’t want to miss. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity, learning, and friendly competition amongst fellow flower enthusiasts. With workshops…

Spark Your Creativity at AIFD Southwest Chapter Design Show and Competition

Spark Your Creativity at AIFD Southwest Chapter Design Show and Competition

The Southwest Chapter of AIFD has put together an event that won’t disappoint! You are invited to attend an enchanting evening at the Floral Passport Design Show & Competition. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of vibrant colors, exquisite scents, and breathtaking floral arrangements.…

Floral Art Show Strives to Create a Winter Destination for Floral Appreciation

Floral Art Show Strives to Create a Winter Destination for Floral Appreciation

By Ruben Consa AIFD, PFCI, Founder The Doral Art & Flowers Festival was organized by the YOLA GUZ AIFD School of Floral Design and held December 7-17 in The City of Doral. The event touted support from city Mayor Christi Fraga and many sponsors, including…

Pacific Northwest Hosting Internationally Renowned Floral Designer Julia Rose This Spring

Pacific Northwest Hosting Internationally Renowned Floral Designer Julia Rose This Spring

Up in the Pacific Northwest Region, a buzzing excitement has been building up in anticipation of the first NW chapter event. We will be hosting the sensational botanical artist Julia Rose, all the way from Australia! She is internationally renowned for her Interactive and immersive…

South Central Region Hosts “The Magic Show”

South Central Region Hosts “The Magic Show”

This year, all floral enthusiasts can join us for “The Magic Show”, a weekend of education at Baisch and Skinner in St. Louis, Mo., March 2-3, 2024. The charming John Hosek AIFD, CFD will present our main-stage program. Last year’s Frankie Shelton Cup winner, Brandy…

Melodies of Autumn Blooms: Radiant Grace – Showcasing Talent and Creativity of our CFD/AIFD graduate students

Melodies of Autumn Blooms: Radiant Grace – Showcasing Talent and Creativity of our CFD/AIFD graduate students

– Bonnie Chu AIFD CFD “Melodies of Autumn Blooms: Radiant Grace” was the title of a captivating floral exhibition organized by SOLOMON BLOEMEN Flower School, held at the conservatory in Hong Kong Park during early November. Showcasing the remarkable talent and creativity of graduate students…

Creativity at its Best – AIFD Southern Chapter Body Flower Contest

Creativity at its Best – AIFD Southern Chapter Body Flower Contest

By Angelyn Tipton AIFD CFD GMF, AIFD Southern Chapter President Thank you to everyone who participated in the Body Flower Contest. Witnessing the incredible creativity displayed in each entry was truly inspiring. A heartfelt appreciation goes out to Kelly Mace at Smither’s Oasis, who not only…

AIFD North East Invites you to, Open House: A Holiday Design Program

AIFD North East Invites you to, Open House: A Holiday Design Program

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, I’m going to the AIFD Design Show Are you coming too? The AIFD North East Chapter is having an in-person design show on October 17th, and you’re invited.  The event will take place at Bill Doran’s Wholesale in Latham,…

CHAPTER UPDATES – June 2023

CHAPTER UPDATES – June 2023

See what the different chapters have been doing during the last few months and what is coming up next.