Focal Points: An AIFD Blog

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…

Phoenix Rising: A Project Benefitting the David Shover AIFD Fund

Phoenix Rising: A Project Benefitting the David Shover AIFD Fund

In mythology, the Phoenix rises as a symbol of hope and renewal. In celebration of a life well lived and to endow the AIFD Foundation David Shover AIFD Fund:                                                    AIFD®Southern Chapter Presents David Shover AIFD served as Southern Chapter President and was President-elect…

Warm Holiday Greetings from the President of AIFD

Dear AIFD Members, As the President of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), I want to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes to each and every one of you during this festive season. The holiday season is a time of reflection, gratitude,…

Título: AIFD y los miembros internacionales: Un mundo de creatividad floral

Los amantes de la floristería y el arte floral en todo el mundo encuentran en la AIFD (American Institute of Floral Designers) una comunidad de apoyo y una plataforma para desarrollar su creatividad. Aunque su nombre incluye “American,” esta organización va más allá de las…

Leading the Way: Regional Chapter Presidents of AIFD

Leading the Way: Regional Chapter Presidents of AIFD

The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) is not just a national organization; it’s a vibrant community with regional chapters that play a pivotal role in promoting the art of floral design. At the helm of these chapters are dedicated individuals who lead, inspire, and…

AIFD Promotes Inclusivity with International Members

AIFD Promotes Inclusivity with International Members

By Janet Black AIFD CFD International Regional Chapter Task Force Chair AIFD Regional Chapters made a move designed to better support and include our international members. The National Board met in Chicago on March 27th and approved the motion; All International AIFD Members of the…

How It All Began

How It All Began

If you have been around a while, you may already know the history of how AIFD came to exist. But for the newcomers, maybe you have wondered how AIFD got its start. The short story goes like this: In the mid 1960’s there was a…

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,…

A Labor of Love

A Labor of Love

We love seeing the beauty our AIFD members create out in the world. Recently, Denise Gehrke AIFD PFCI was challenged with creating a backdrop for a Sherwin Williams tradeshow booth. This year the focus was paint for floors. Denise went to work using more than…

AIFD Foundation Scholarship Deadline Quickly Approaching

AIFD Foundation Scholarship Deadline Quickly Approaching

You have until October 15th to apply for a variety of scholarships and grants offered by the AIFD Foundation. With so many opportunities you are bound to find one that will help you add to your Lifetime of Learning! Additionally, there are opportunities for you to mentor others in our community.