If this is you first visit to our web site be sure and visit our home page.  If you would like more information about our school and programs click here. 

The Great Train Journey! Page 2.  "It's not about the destination, it has nothing to do with time, it's all about the journey". Join Leann on her great train adventure.

Thanksgiving with Harry, Page 13.   How an overweight, middle-aged, eccentric man with a taste for whiskey and red plaid flannel created a very special Thanksgiving Day dinner that I will never forget..

Floral Design as Art, Page 18.  Our very first "Floral Design as Art Exhibition was a sensational success.  Hundreds of guests viewed the exhibit and the floral designs created by local designers received rave reviews. View this wonderful collection of images.

A New Learning Center! Page 69.  Exciting news!  On September 10th our very first class will begin in our brand new Learning Center in Portland, Oregon. Join us for our Open House on October 16th.

Blooms over Seattle, Page 90.  Volunteer floral designers gave up their lunch hours and evenings to create floral arrangements for 1,500 senior citizens in assisted care facilities.

AIFD National Symposium, Page 102.  The greatest ever!  That's the only way to describe this year's AIFD National Symposium.

Fall, Winter & Holiday Classes for Everyone, Page 123.   The fall, winter and holiday classes are posted.  We have such a wonderful selection of classes to offer you this season. Join us for one or more classes, learn new skills, meet new friends, and create beautiful floral designs.

Large Scale Floral Design & Advanced Seminars, Page 126.  Finally, a favorite class is back on the schedule.  Large Scale Floral Design, Advanced Hand-Tied Bouquets, Table Top floral Design, Advanced Contemporary Design and Advanced Wedding Design are all offered this season.

Fall Greetings, Page 133.  The leaves are changing color.  That's my cue to make an Autumn wreath for my front door.  This simple natural wreath is beautiful and so easy to make. 

A Natural Celebration, Page 141.   This lovely autumn centerpiece filled with nature's bounty is perfect for the Thanksgiving dining table or any dinner party this fall.

Ornamental Whimsy, Page 149.  Turn unused Christmas ornaments, clay pots, a few flowers and bits of wire into marvelous Christmas decorations.  This is a great project for the entire family.

Products for Fall and Holiday Designing, Page 166.
If you are like me the holiday season is a time for floral design and home decorating projects.  Shop our web site now for the tools and supplies that you will need for your projects.

Great Books for the Holidays, Page 176.
We have selected two wonderful books for your autumn, winter and holiday floral design and home decorating;  Flower Arranging by Jane Packer and Christmas with Victoria.  These books would be perfect holiday gifts for a flower lover.