Free Shipping On All Floral Supplies and Books!

August 11th, 2009

We are so excited to be able to offer to you quality floral design tools and supplies as well as carefully selected books.

To celebrate the launch of our on-line store we are offering free shipping on all products for the balance of 2009.  Give us a call at 713-977-4364 to place your order.

Our online catalog was developed at the request of our students and graduates who were frustrated by their inability to locate quality floral design tools, and unique design supplies. Everything that we sell is used in our classrooms and tested thoroughly.

When you purchase from the Houston School of Floral Design, you get far more than just the product, you also get our help.  We are available to answer any questions that you may have about our tools and supplies as well as how to use and design with them.

Click here for a complete list of products.

Houston School of Floral Design Offers Christmas Classes

August 7th, 2009

Who can think about Christmas when it is 100 degrees outside?  The Houston School of Floral Design is hard at work preparing for our Christmas Classes.  We are very excited about our hands-on projects this year. 

In Class One you will design a traditional centerpiece arrangement for your family to enjoy during the holidays or to give as a gift.  In Class Two you will create a door swag (similar to a wreath, but without a wreath frame) to hang on your front door or somewhere in your home. 

Both classes are hands-on where you will create a live arrangement to decorate your home for the holidays.  Give us a call at 713-977-4364 to register or register right on our website at www.floristschool.com.  Bring a friend and make a day of it!

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Centerpiece of Houston’s floral education industry blossoms in new role at director of Houston School of Floral Design

By Erika Durham Hargrove
Professional Writer-Houston, TX

 With the revere of a rose, esteem of a Bluebonnet, and brilliance of a sunflower, renowned Texas Master Florist Pat Hermes blossoms in a new direction as she steps down as the owner of Houston School of Floral design, and steps into an expanded role as the school’s director and principal instructor.

With the change in leadership, Hermes is now reigning second-in-command at the school she founded 28 years ago — well kinda.

New owner, Houston businessman Jim Lerdal, isn’t shy about the fact that he will frequently lean on Hermes’ expertise, experience and passion as he attempts to manage and market one of Houston’s best kept secrets.   Click Here To Read Full Article

Houston School of Floral Design Under New Ownership
Courses begin Monday, June 2

April 28, 2008 —The Houston School of Floral Design is now under new ownership. Houston businessman, Jim Lerdal, has purchased the 28-year-old institution from founder and renowned Texas Master Florist Pat Hermes. The change in ownership was made official April 25, 2008.

Lerdal’s purchase ushers in a new era for the school, founded in 1980 by Hermes, who will remain the school’s principal instructor and director. It is the only proprietary school for floral design approved by the state of Texas.

“I absolutely loved the vision that Jim presented for the school. Our partnership will result in the Houston School of Floral Design becoming an even greater resource to floral professionals,” Hermes said. “With Jim’s arrival I will be able to focus on what I love most, teaching high-quality design to future florists.”   Click Here To Read Full Article

Houston School of Floral Design Selected as AIFD Education Partner

August 28, 2008 —The Houston School of Floral Design is pleased to announce that we have been selected as an education partner for the American Institute of Floral Design (AIFD).  AIFD is the floral industry’s leading nonprofit organization, committed to establishing and maintaining higher standards in professional floral design. Through the education partnership, the Houston School of Floral Design plans to offer floral design instruction from some of the top names in the nation.    Click Here To Read Full Article