Huntingdon Valley Garden Club

Founded 1925



Design Shows
 
Floral Design Rules
revised 7/16
1. All arrangements must include fresh and/or dried plant material.
Artificial plant material is not allowed.
2. The categories for arrangers are “N” for novice and “E” for
experienced. Once a “novice” has been awarded a blue ribbon for
an individual floral design entry, her category would change to
“experienced” in the printing of the next year's membership listing.
3. Fresh plant material must be in water or be conditioned in such
a way as to remain in pristine form while on exhibit.
4. Live animals (including fish), taxidermy, natural bird's nests
not permitted.
5. Mechanics should not be visible unless they are an integral
part of the design.
6. An entry must be arranged by the exhibitor(s) under whose
name(s) it has been entered. All participants must be listed.
7. Although permitted, the use of cut fruit and cut vegetables is
discouraged and should be undertaken only with proper
treatment to prevent spoilage.
8. Although permitted, the treating of fresh plant material should
be done with utmost discretion.
9. An exhibitor may make only one entry per class.
10. The Elements and Principles of Design are the criteria for
judging.
Floral Design Rules
revised 7/16
1. All arrangements must include fresh and/or dried plant material.
Artificial plant material is not allowed.
2. The categories for arrangers are “N” for novice and “E” for
experienced. Once a “novice” has been awarded a blue ribbon for
an individual floral design entry, her category would change to
“experienced” in the printing of the next year's membership listing.
3. Fresh plant material must be in water or be conditioned in such
a way as to remain in pristine form while on exhibit.
4. Live animals (including fish), taxidermy, natural bird's nests
not permitted.
5. Mechanics should not be visible unless they are an integral
part of the design.
6. An entry must be arranged by the exhibitor(s) under whose
name(s) it has been entered. All participants must be listed.
7. Although permitted, the use of cut fruit and cut vegetables is
discouraged and should be undertaken only with proper
treatment to prevent spoilage.
8. Although permitted, the treating of fresh plant material should
be done with utmost discretion.
9. An exhibitor may make only one entry per class.
10. The Elements and Principles of Design are the criteria for
judging.
Floral Design Rules
revised 7/16
1. All arrangements must include fresh and/or dried plant material.
Artificial plant material is not allowed.
2. The categories for arrangers are “N” for novice and “E” for
experienced. Once a “novice” has been awarded a blue ribbon for
an individual floral design entry, her category would change to
“experienced” in the printing of the next year's membership listing.
3. Fresh plant material must be in water or be conditioned in such
a way as to remain in pristine form while on exhibit.
4. Live animals (including fish), taxidermy, natural bird's nests
not permitted.
5. Mechanics should not be visible unless they are an integral
part of the design.
6. An entry must be arranged by the exhibitor(s) under whose
name(s) it has been entered. All participants must be listed.
7. Although permitted, the use of cut fruit and cut vegetables is
discouraged and should be undertaken only with proper
treatment to prevent spoilage.
8. Although permitted, the treating of fresh plant material should
be done with utmost discretion.
9. An exhibitor may make only one entry per class.
10. The Elements and Principles of Design are the criteria for
judging.
Floral Design Rules (revised 7/16)

1. All arrangements must include fresh and/or dried plant material. Artificial plant material is not allowed.

2. The categories for arrangers are “N” for novice and “E” for experienced. Once a “novice” has been awarded a blue ribbon for an individual floral design entry, her category 

would change to “experienced” in the printing of the next year's membership listing.

3. Fresh plant material must be in water or be conditioned in such a way as to remain in pristine 

form while on exhibit.
4. Live animals (including fish), taxidermy, natural bird's nests not permitted.
5. Mechanics should not be visible unless they are an integral part of the design.
6. An entry must be arranged by the exhibitor(s) under whose name(s) it has been entered. All participants must be listed.

7. Although permitted, the use of cut fruit and cut vegetables is discouraged and should be undertaken only with proper treatment to prevent spoilage.

8. Although permitted, the treating of fresh plant material should be done with utmost discretion.
9. An exhibitor may make only one entry per class.
10. The Elements and Principles of Design are the criteria for judging.
 FLORAL DESIGN SHOW ENTRY CARDS

HVGC 2018-2019 Design Shows

  All Flower Show entries in place and passed by 10:00 AM


November 6, 2018 - Huntingdon Valley C.C.

"KATHLEEN FARRINGTON HOLMES DAY"


This day in Floral Design is inspired by and dedicated to the talent and gentle

goodwill of our longtime member and friend, Kathy.

Unless otherwise noted, all designs to be staged on a table 29" high, 30" deep and

covered with an ivory cloth.  Not to exceed 30" in width.


Class 1 “Originality”

As in her award-winning floral designs, Kathy often added just the right touch to stand out.
A Design inspired by a patterned scarf.  Scarf to be displayed vertically, behind and to the left
side of the design.  It may be flat, folded or draped, but not physically incorporated into the floral design.


Class 2 “Workmanship”

The gift of her containers reminds us of Kathy's generosity and mentorship.

A design using one of Kathy's containers.  Exhibitors who do not own one of Kathy's containers may

borrow from a selection that will be available at the October meeting.


Class 3 “Inspiration"

Her quiet and graceful leadership personified Ikebana

An Asian-inspired design.  The entries will be judged according to

GCA floral design standards.


May 7, 2019 - Huntingdon Valley C.C.

FLORAL DESIGN SHOW: "DESIGNING WOMEN"


Class 1: Dorothy Draper, Interior Designer (circa 1940's) "Modern Baroque” 

A design in a small niche.  Background and lighting required.  Limited to 4 entries,

sign-up required.  Niches available for pick-up prior to the show.

Class 2: Martha Graham, Choreographer, Modern Dance Movement (circa 1920's)

A stretch design staged on a table 29" high, 30" deep and covered with an

ivory cloth.  Exhibit not to exceed 36" wide.  Limited to 4 entries, sign-up required.

GCA definition: " Stretch Design is composed of two units of unequal size, joined by a prominent

stretch component.  Length and strength of the stretch component (which may extend in any

direction) must be appropriate to other components and to its prominent role.  Small unit must

appear to have been forcibly pulled away from the larger.  Dynamic tension is important".


Class 3:  Designer's Designer Choice

Exhibitor's choice of a female designer and style of arrangement which will be  

staged on a 29” high, 30" wide table covered in an ivory cloth. Design must not exceed 30" wide.

Intent of 25 words or less on a 4"x6" card required.  No sign-up required.