Focal Points: An AIFD Blog

AIFD Ambassadors Play a Key Role at Emerge 2024: Fostering Innovation in Floral Design

AIFD Ambassadors Play a Key Role at Emerge 2024: Fostering Innovation in Floral Design

In the world of floral design, innovation is the key to staying relevant and pushing the boundaries of creativity. At the Emerge 2024 symposium in Orlando, the role of American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) ambassadors stands out as crucial in fostering this innovation and…

Remembering the Queen of the South

Remembering the Queen of the South

By Alan Masters AIFD CFD First among our Legacy members from the South Central Region, is our Queen of South Central, Mrs. Frankie Shelton AAF AIFD PFCI.  To know Frankie was to understand her passion for and love of the floral industry.  In our many…

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…

Announcing a World-class Enhanced Design Session with Interflora World Cup Champion Nicolaus Peters

Announcing a World-class Enhanced Design Session with Interflora World Cup Champion Nicolaus Peters

In a world where floral design is synonymous with blooms and blossoms, step into the enchanting realm of paper when Interflora World Cup Champion Nicolaus Peters presents a world-class hands-on design session. Paper Magic: Unveiling Floral Artistry During the AIFD® Symposium Thursday, July 4, 2024,…

Tropical Plant International Expo: Record Breaking Year

Tropical Plant International Expo: Record Breaking Year

By Janet Black AIFD CFD TPIE was started by seven International Foliage Growers in 1973 to benefit the industry.  These were dedicated people growing plants around the country. Their passion for the industry was ingrained in the shows and continues today. This year TPIE had…

AIFD Awards Committee Seeks Nominations

Know of someone who deserves to be honored! Have you considered nominating someone but were unsure how to go about it? Let’s see if we can answer some of your questions. What does the AIFD® Awards Committee do? The primary responsibility of the committee is…

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…