South Dakota Florist Association

Our goal is to promote the use and beauty of fresh flowers by inviting the public to the showcase event.

Tablescapes will be held bi-annually at the annual Convention in March. The next Tablescapes will be held in 2011.

The hotel will provide each team with one round table (seats eight) and a white tablecloth.

If the design team chooses not to use the table provided by the hotel, they may use one of their own but it can be no larger than the one provided by the hotel.

Designers may use fresh, artificial, dried, potted or any type of plant material.

There are no restrictions on items or materials that can be used, use common sense.

No additional table, buffets or furniture may be used to increase your table top. The use of chairs is optional and not required. Canopies or other structures over the top of the table is allowed (please be sure it is safely assembled). All space immediately above or below the table is available for design, but please be thoughtful of your neighbor.

Each table will be assigned a number at the event.

Each table should have a title and a short description displayed in a clear plexiglass holder (can be purchased at office supply stores).

Special requirements such as power outlets will be available (bring your own extension cord) but unusual requirements may not be able to be accommodated. Please be as organized and self-sufficient as possible.

Hopefully, we will have two hours for set-up time before the event. However, be prepared if we have only one hour. Tear down will immediately follow the close of the event, so please plan accordingly.

Please use your own hotel room for preparation and storage as the design room will not be available for use.
All designers and members of design teams will be members or employees of members of the South Dakota Florists Association, please no exceptions. Any design team member found to be in violation will cause the entire team to be disqualified.

No destruction of hotel property will be allowed.

The South Dakota Florists Association shall not assume any responsibility for any damage or breakage to any display. The design team will assume all responsibility for their display.

All design shows, trade fair and other events at our convention are for registered members of our organization only.

Officers, board members and members of design teams will not be charged to attend the event and they will not be allowed to vote.

Only persons paying the admission price will receive a ballot and be able to vote.

The proceeds from this event will be divided between the South Dakota Florists Association Scholarship Fund and the Children’s Miracle Network.

The table with the most votes will receive a $500 cash prize and the table receiving the second most votes will receive a $200 cash prize.

Registered members of the South Dakota Florists Association who are attending the convention will not be charged to attend this event. However, if they want to vote then they must pay the admission price (please wear your convention badge).

All officers and board members as well as design teams should plan to attend. Dress will be semi-formal to formal. All board members and officers please wear your official name badges as you will be our ambassadors.

Guest designers for our national design shows will not be charged to attend the event, however, if they want to vote they must pay the admission price.