Floristry for Beginners: Composition Basics

As you delve into floristry for beginners you may be curious about the rules around floral composition or the tricks of making a visually compelling arrangement. What are the biggest mistakes new floral designers make? I cover it all in this video as I walk you through a simple, garden-style floral arrangement ( If filmed this at the end of the summer but for many climates these varieties will still be available this time of year). 

If you are a beginner, follow these steps to get started with your floral designs:

Always cut your stems at an angle

Get comfortable making natural stem arrangements without mechanics before delving into kenzan and chicken wire

Always place greens, vines, or flowers at the rim of the vase (this is the #1 mistake I see beginners making)

Flowers should be placed in the vase at different heights

I hope you found this floristry for beginners lesson helpful!

Learn more in FLOWER ARRANGING 101.