Jim Ganger AIFD of Countryside Flowers, Inc., Joplin, MO, offered this tip for AIFD designers:

Most of us who handle wedding consultations have a work sheet when we schedule our appointments. Have you thought of using a fact sheet with the bride that will give you all the necessary information to be able to start the consultation??? 

This form is given to them when they make the appointment.  It is required to be filled out completely and brought to you prior to the consultation. This allows you the opportunity to review it, so you are able to talk to them on a more
professional level.

The information should include:

1) Bride and Grooms name, address, telephone, e-mail. 

2) Wedding Location - Who and how to contact this site. 

3) Bridal Gown-Style, color, veil, yes or no and length of veil. 

4) Bridesmaid Dress Color(s) - Style. 

5) Reception location - How many expected to attend. 

6) Flowers - Favorites and dislikes. 

Do YOU have a great floral design idea or tip that you would like to share with your fellow AIFD members? We’d love to receive it. To do so, simply send us your tip along with any appropriate artwork (illustration, photographs, etc.) that depicts your concept.

In each future issue of Focal Points we’ll publish acceptable - we want new ideas - suggestions. Ideas that are published will give the contributor 5 CEUs towards maintaining accreditation.