Fresh Flower Unboxing And Care Tips For Newbies!

[@katyb2793]

The doggy content was the BEST ☺🥰💕

[@FlowerMoxie]

We love our little Smithers!

[@Jane-e7l]

Amy thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and skills in your videos - I spent hours watching them 2 years ago and learned how to do all the bouquets, church and reception flowers for my daughter’s wedding. The results were amazing and I had so many compliments on them and best of all were the wonderful memories I, my daughter and a family friend created working together before the wedding.

[@FlowerMoxie]

That is wonderful to hear! Taking that time during a busy week to be together is so special and I'm so glad that everything turned out. I'm so proud of you!! xo

[@lauramccarty7345]

My blush butterfly ranunculus are curling up, not sure why that is happening. Do you know why they may be doing that?

[@FlowerMoxie]

That's just how they are, they are very soft, sensitive flowers that have a more organic vibe. If you have a cooler, keep them there.

[@lauramccarty7345]

@ thank you!

[@meimeibowman3666]

Good luck Amy on your AIFD certification I’m currently studying the big book as well crossing my fingers for both of us 💐💐

[@FlowerMoxie]

So very glad it's helpful! You're going to do great on your test - you've got this!!

[@carriew29]

Amy, approx how much do you trim off the stems when processing? Does it vary by flower? Thanks!

[@FlowerMoxie]

It varies by flower but typically a few inches on longer flower stems like roses. For shorter stems like ranunculus, maybe an inch or two. It also depends on your design plan and how much stem you need to keep for that plan. You can cut the stems shorter if you don't need all the length. (But best to stay on the cautious side and not trim them too short, just like cutting bangs at home - you can always cut shorter but not longer!)

[@Speakupok]

Did you add flower food to the water? Were they put in the cooler or stayed at room temperature?

[@FlowerMoxie]

We keep them at room temp after processing. Flower food isn't always necessary but it's nice to give the flowers that little hit of sugar after a long trip!

[@lotsoffun4108]

In Britain they call them hebies: hebes. I used to work in the florist part of a greengrocers in Britain. 😊 thank you for your videos 😊

[@flutterby0202]

Also called "Heebies" in Australia too. They are very popular landscaping shrubs over here 😊

[@FlowerMoxie]

So good to know because we've been struggling 😂

[@cisimerino3416]

What’s your favorite snips?

[@FlowerMoxie]

There are a lot of great ones out there. So long as they're made for flowers, meaning no scissors that are made to cut paper! Curved snips are nice for the really thick, woody stems of greenery or foraged stems. We use the snips we sell and love them! flowermoxie.com/products/floral-shears

[@luvlattes13]

Just stumbled across you with your hydrangea plunge IG post. Flipped over to your KZbin and loved it! I love that I can laugh while learning. Thanks so much for that! You seriously crack me up

[@FlowerMoxie]

That's so wonderful to hear! We love to educate and entertain at the same time. Thank you for being here!

[@Jane-e7l]

Amy thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and skills in your videos - I spent hours watching them 2 years ago and learned how to do all the bouquets, church and reception flowers for my daughter’s wedding. The results were amazing and I had so many compliments on them and best of all were the wonderful memories I, my daughter and a family friend created working together before the wedding.

[@FlowerMoxie]

That is wonderful to hear! Taking that time during a busy week to be together is so special and I'm so glad that everything turned out. I'm so proud of you!! xo