Category Archives: Design Ideas

Tip of the Day: Bowl Tape

Posted on October 6, 2011 by James

Have you ever received a fresh flower table centerpiece and wondered how the stems were secured? If your centerpiece was well designed, the floral foam should be completely covered. This is one of the first things floral designers are taught. … Continue reading →

Online Shopping Tip: Categories created for Lanterns and Candleabras

Posted on October 5, 2011 by James

Since Lanterns and Candleabras are so often searched for on our site, I have separated them out into their own categories. To find them, go to the Shop Shinoda’s tab. Click on Candles, then Candle Holders, and you will see … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: Use Candle Bases to put Candles into a Floral Foam Arrangement

Posted on October 4, 2011 by James

The coming celebrations of Thanksgiving and Christmas signify the creation of more table centerpieces for all the family dinners and holiday entertaining. Taper candles are a very popular accent added to these floral arrangements. Since most table centerpieces are usually … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: What are greening pins used for?

Posted on October 3, 2011 by James

If you have walked through our wire section, you might have noticed the greening pins, sometimes called fern pins. They have a unique shape and you might wonder what their purpose is? The answer is quite simple. Greening pins are … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: Can you spray paint styrofoam?

Posted on September 29, 2011 by James

Styrofoam is a very popular choice among crafters who need a frame or shape to build on. Whether it be a custom colored and decorated cross or ball, styrofoam is pretty easy to use. The problem starts when you need … Continue reading →

Pictures from both Shows

Posted on September 28, 2011 by James

Our Christmas Floral Design Shows have come and gone. Want to see pictures from them? The pictures will be up on the website gallery soon. However, in the meantime, head over to Facebook and you can see what we have … Continue reading →

Happy First Day of Fall!

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Stacey

Being a nature lover, I can say I am a fan of each season of the year.  As each of us does, I have personal reasons to place Fall at the top of my list.  I spent my childhood in … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: What to do with ribbon remnants

Posted on September 23, 2011 by James

Do you have a box of ribbon remnants from past projects and gift wrapping? Here are five ideas to use them. Use it as a hair tie. Embellish a card by tying the ribbon around it. Need a napking ring? … Continue reading →

The California State Floral Association Presents Califlora 2011

Posted on September 22, 2011 by James

The California State Floral Association (CSFA) will be holding its annual event October 8 & 9 at the Los Angeles Flower Market. Also held at the event is the Top Ten Floral Competition which crowns the California champion that will … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day: Can I spray paint a candle?

Posted on September 20, 2011 by James

With the number of candles available today, one would expect to be able to find the right candle for just about any occasion. Most often, the problem is with the candle color. I have been asked on numerous occasions if … Continue reading →