Floristry is the general term used to describe the professional floral trade. It encompasses flower care and handling, floral design or flower arranging, merchandising and display and flower delivery.

Basic Equipment:
1) Floral Stem Tape ~ ideal way to lengthen and strengthen stems. Use to create corsages, bouquets and headpieces.
2) Floral Wires or stem wires ~ used to lengthen and support stems.
3) Floral Foam ~ many types of floral foam, and it comes in various shapes, styles, textures and sizes.   
4) Flowers! ~ Silk, Dried or fresh the choice is yours.

For an interesting insight into the ancient Language of flowers take a look at Meanings.

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