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The Bloom Basics™ (6) course track is where confidence begins.
This foundational track is designed for aspiring florists, creatives, career-changers, and hobbyists who want to learn floral design the right way—from tools and terminology to design principles and hands-on techniques.

Through a curated series of beginner-friendly experiences, students will build strong technical foundations, develop a trained design eye, and gain the vocabulary and skills needed to move into more advanced floral work. Whether you’re brand new or self-taught and ready to fill in the gaps, Bloom Basics™ gives you clarity, structure, and confidence—one bloom at a time.


What you’ll gain:
  • A solid understanding of floral design principles
  • Hands-on experience with essential tools and mechanics
  • Confidence working with vases, bowls, and basic forms
  • A strong foundation for advanced tracks, certifications, or professional work

Best for:
Beginners • Career explorers • Creative hobbyists • Floral students • Self-taught designers

  • All Bloom Basics™ classes integrate official Fleur University® textbooks
  • Completion prepares students for: Intermediate Level Courses
  • Curriculum aligned with CF & PFDE    foundational knowledge

FUNDAMENTALS & FOUNDATIONS


THE BLOOM BASICS™ TRACK

Each course builds on the previous to strengthen skills and confidence.

From loose stems to polished presentation.
Format: In-Person | Hands-On Design
Level: Beginner
Duration: 3 hours | Investment: $89

Class Description:
Learn how to create a balanced hand-tied bouquet and successfully translate it into a vase arrangement. Focus areas include stem placement, spacing, proportion, and maintaining structure during the transition.

Fleur University® Textbooks Used:
  • Floral Design Basics
  • Principles & Elements of Floral Design
Know your tools. Speak the language. Work smarter.
Format: In-Person | Hands-On Learning
Level: Beginner
Duration: 3 hours | Investment: $89

Class Description:
Get introduced to essential floral tools, materials, terminology, and best practices. Learn proper tool usage, care, safety, and foundational mechanics that set professional habits from day one.

Fleur University® Textbooks Used:
  • Floral Design Basics
  • Floral Care & Handling
The language of great design starts here.
Format: In-Person | Demonstration + Guided Practice
Level: Beginner / Foundational
Duration: 3 hours | Investment: $89

Class Description:
Learn the core principles and elements that guide successful floral design, including balance, proportion, rhythm, dominance, and harmony. This class trains your design eye and establishes the visual language used throughout Fleur University.

Fleur University® Textbooks Used:
  • Principles & Elements of Floral Design
  • Floral Design Basics

Bloom School 101: Elements & Principles

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Tools, Terms & Tips: Getting Started Right

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Vase Work 101: Hand-Tied to Vase

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Course 2 of 6

1/10/26 • 4/4/26 • 7/11/26 • 10/10/26

1/17/26 • 4/11/26 • 7/18/26 • 10/17/26

1/24/26 • 4/18/26 • 7/25/26 • 10/24/26

Course 3 of 6

The mechanics behind the magic.
Format: In-Person | Hands-On Design
Level: Beginner
Duration: 3 hours | Investment: $99

Class Description:
Learn foundational wiring and taping techniques used to support, strengthen, and shape floral designs. This class introduces essential construction methods that improve durability and expand creative possibilities.

Fleur University® Textbooks Used:
  • Floral Design Basics
  • Floral Care & Handling
Design with intention, not intimidation.
Format: In-Person | Interactive Lecture + Design Exercises
Level: Beginner
Duration: 4 hours | Investment: $149

Class Description:
Understand color theory as it applies specifically to floral design. Learn how to work with the color wheel, explore proportion through the golden ratio, and build harmonious palettes with confidence.

Fleur University® Textbooks Used:
  • Color Theory & the Golden Ratio
  • Floral Identification
Low designs with high impact.
Format: In-Person | Hands-On Design
Level: Beginner
Duration: 3 hours | Investment: $89

Class Description:
Explore the fundamentals of low and bowl-style centerpiece design. Learn basic mechanics, focal development, and balance techniques ideal for tablescapes, events, and everyday floral work.

Fleur University® Textbooks Used:
  • Floral Design Basics
  • Principles & Elements of Floral Design

Intro to Centerpieces: Bowl to Bloom

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Color Theory for Florists

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Wire & Tape-alooza!

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Course 4 of 6

1/11/26 • 4/12/26 • 7/12/26 • 10/11/26

1/18/26 • 4/19/26 • 7/19/26 • 10/18/26

1/25/26 • 4/26/26 • 7/26/26 • 10/25/26

text books

digital text book library

These digital textbooks were created to guide, support, and strengthen your floral journey—whether you’re building foundational skills or refining your design voice for certification and beyond.

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Floral
Identification

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Color Theory & The Golden Ratio

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Principles & Elements of Floral Design

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Floral Care & Handling

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Digital Download Bundle Deal!

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Pricing & Profit Margin

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Floral Design Basics & Build Process

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Floral Glossary & Seasonal Guide

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