Floral Foam is DANGEROUS? STOP PLAYING WITH IT! Florist Warning

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  • @Flowersbyalexis
    @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    How to become in a florist in 2020 th-cam.com/video/L47v1jP50sk/w-d-xo.html

    • @gowashyourhair
      @gowashyourhair 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @wtcopper.exe jasmrdin

    • @collegenollegeyt
      @collegenollegeyt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You cant tell me what to do

    • @gowashyourhair
      @gowashyourhair 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@collegenollegeyt wdym “ you cant tell me what to do” ??? Why

    • @collegenollegeyt
      @collegenollegeyt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gowashyourhair i meant that about the title of the video

    • @gowashyourhair
      @gowashyourhair 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh

  • @hexmaniacgabby5160
    @hexmaniacgabby5160 4 ปีที่แล้ว +374

    I actually saw a video on here where a girl was BITING into floral foam.

    • @gachafrost7653
      @gachafrost7653 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hex Maniac Gabby th-cam.com/video/djyCRZOBO-Q/w-d-xo.html

    • @chandanmp
      @chandanmp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Me too

    • @jazminebailey15
      @jazminebailey15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hex Maniac Gabby just watched that 🤣🤣

    • @sayuri1003
      @sayuri1003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Lmao I just watched that video before this

    • @milanamilana7667
      @milanamilana7667 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      literally watched that before reading this comment

  • @CptDroga
    @CptDroga 5 ปีที่แล้ว +238

    I’m so glad someone finally made a video, now I don’t have to go into this whole speech 😂👏🏻

  • @cynthiajimz
    @cynthiajimz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    I use floral foam to college, and the teachers always told us to be careful, use something to cover our eyes, nose and mouth, it's a material that we fear to use. So when I saw this "Satisfying" videos, I was shocked, can't believe how much people are taking themselves or even kids to danger.

    • @wesmokediesel
      @wesmokediesel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i learned about the dangers of it during middle school! my teacher treated it like a toxic gas or acid. thought it was common knowledge but everyone was making satisfying videos and i was just like: 😦

    • @dokidokiyuki
      @dokidokiyuki ปีที่แล้ว

      Ive been playing with it and im so scared now

  • @wegder
    @wegder ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Although floral foam is made from ingredients that are known carcinogens, such as formaldehyde, only trace amounts of these toxic chemicals remain in the finished product. The biggest concern with floral foam is what happens when it's disposed of. The foam isn't recyclable, and while it's technically biodegradable, it actually breaks down into tiny particles called microplastics that can remain in the environment for hundreds of years.

  • @p9thead
    @p9thead 4 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    You literally just saved my life, I was about to buy it 😓

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Bloxy I’m glad you are safe!! There are other things you can use instead I list them in the video

    • @brownskinlady
      @brownskinlady 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I already did oof 😅

    • @edwinmaldonado2875
      @edwinmaldonado2875 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      brownskinlady 81 oh nuuuuuu

    • @woipion9167
      @woipion9167 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      U can use gloves

    • @yellowfacey4836
      @yellowfacey4836 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Skinnnnyyyyy

  • @blackrose5862
    @blackrose5862 5 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    I also saw people saying no to floral foam for being plastic on Instagram and how bad it is for the environment. But now this?? Didn't know it was bad for us too 😥

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Bläck Rosė me either!! Until I did some digging. I always knew it wasn’t the “best stuff” on earth... but I never thought something so light could do so much damage!

  • @smokyjoe4748
    @smokyjoe4748 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is horrifying. I've been using floral foam to prop up leaves for my caterpillars. This was suggested to me by the person who instructed me on how to raise them. When I ordered off Amazon I never noticed any warnings and the box they were shipped in contained nothing but the foam wrapped in plastic and the order slip. No warnings or product information. Not only have I not used any protection, I've been putting them in my compost and letting my young nieces interact with the caterpillars and thus the foam. I'm so disgusted with the disregard for safety from the suppliers.

  • @ASMRCrunches
    @ASMRCrunches 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO. I am an asmrtist and I saw some people using floral foam in asmr videos. Today I made a video on it. And thanks to this great person who told me that this is actually dangerous and can cause cancer.🥺 I Literally had no idea that I was playing with such a toxic thing. Glad I took shower after making that video. But now I'm gonna dump all of the stuff that left behind. Can't risk my health over anything 😭😭😭

  • @jvz773
    @jvz773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’m not a florist at all. I was searching for something related to Mercury Insurance. I got results related to mercury toxicity and toxic materials in general, hence your video. All of which is to say...I’m just a random person who found this to be good info. Just wanted to show my appreciation with a like and a comment. Thanks! 🙏

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for this!! I am glad you where able to get some knowledge out of this video!

  • @Number_27
    @Number_27 5 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    Knowing this, those videos are more unsatisfying than satisfying.

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Number 27 I totally agree!!!! They don’t even realize what they are doing 😭

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Matt’s Channel yes! gloves AND something to protect you from breathing in the harsh chemicals that come off from the foam dust. If you use it one time you will be okay but using it every day has bad long term effects. Florists like me use it every day but since learning this I have since used alternatives to make it safer for me and my clients (:

    • @cripple5690
      @cripple5690 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alex

    • @cripple5690
      @cripple5690 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You forgot it can cause cancer

    • @btxts2688
      @btxts2688 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The videos are satisfying

  • @SmillyDonut
    @SmillyDonut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As someone who was just looking up videos on carving floral foam as a means of learning how to carve sculptures I am really glad that I stumbled across this video. I will not be pursuing that endeavour anymore.

  • @richardmarlev8393
    @richardmarlev8393 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    The sound of the floral foam is good, but the cause isnt good
    Ok

  • @iicrispy3022
    @iicrispy3022 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Tell that to this one yt WHO BITEN INTO IT

    • @football5170
      @football5170 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can I get a link?

    • @lovestarsssss
      @lovestarsssss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Katherine Stripling I-i.. wrong time to laugh 😂😭 i-i-i cant lmao 😂😭

  • @karenh.1236
    @karenh.1236 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I’m so Glad God sent me here! I was skeptical because it’s obvious it’s smells bad. My grandma had a bridal shop she doesn’t work with that anymore but I remember it when little.

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its so commonly used! im hoping after this video it helps slow down the usage of it

  • @al3x1axxww
    @al3x1axxww 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I nearly buyed floral foam what a lifesaver!

  • @johnnystickfigure3790
    @johnnystickfigure3790 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Your awesome (: you acually might have saved me. I play with it all day 😭😭😭😭 thanks 😥😥😭

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Johnny Stickfigure omg you’re welcome!! I am glad I could help!

    • @sortable7879
      @sortable7879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You should be fine ok don’t worry just don’t use it anymore

    • @blazee8176
      @blazee8176 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well u r already dead according to her 😂

    • @lunabeans5405
      @lunabeans5405 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@blazee8176 Wow one way to scare someone

  • @calliethomas2296
    @calliethomas2296 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I was shocked to find out floral foam was so toxic. I’ve used it but only about twice in my life for the floral foam crush videos that were trending at the time. Of course, I didn’t know the harms and dangers of floral foam. Using floral foam a time or so is fine but if you use it continuously a mask, goggles and gloves are highly recommended to remain safe and avoid dust particles to come into contact with your skin. There is this one woman who put it in her mouth and bit it. I mean SHE SWALLOWED A GOOD AMOUNT OF THE FOAM. Even though she didn’t intentionally bite out a chunk of floral foam and swallow it whole, the particles are nearly inescapable, incredibly small and will end up being swallowed anyway if it makes contact with your mouth. So yes, in a way, she ATE FLORAL FOAM. IT WILL KILL YOU. Please remain safe and use other supplies. You shouldn’t be going out anyways and wasting it, the material or your money. It’s a lose lose situation.

  • @squirrel2675
    @squirrel2675 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is so underrated

  • @lu8201
    @lu8201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I didn't know it was dangerous.
    Thank you for informing us.

  • @winniejung
    @winniejung 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I kinda find it satisfying without gloves

  • @ChelseaFuss
    @ChelseaFuss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much for saying this!!! There are so many great natural alternatives and if we really think about how flowers are in nature, we don´t need it!

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      EXACTLY!! Thank you!

    • @yeseniacedeno8511
      @yeseniacedeno8511 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What are the alternatives ? :((

    • @ChelseaFuss
      @ChelseaFuss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yeseniacedeno8511 I am sure Aleexis has plenty of ideas in her videos! But most of us use chicken wire or even other more natural techniques:) Chicken wire is a good place to start if you are trying to get out of the habit of using floral foam. Also, choosing the right vase shape. You may also need to change up your designs to quit using it. Thanks for this conversation, @aleexischristine!

  • @iamaveryrealtruckithink926
    @iamaveryrealtruckithink926 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I am actually glad someone told me this. Thank you

  • @cumdaddy3
    @cumdaddy3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Y’all seriously never knew that floral foam is dangerous when u crush it and it turns into dust? It’s like being in front of someone smoking, the air coming out of it (aka dust) is causing a hazard 😑

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thats what i am saying,... like people are all mad at me like HOW DID YOU NOT KNOW,... it just LOOKS DANGEROUS like,... Im not a bad person lol

  • @eilinz_0488
    @eilinz_0488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It’s probably not going to be very toxic, but you’re just adding more inert materials to the waterstream which can potentially have averse effects. Not because they are toxic, but organisms can eat this stuff.

    • @Eeeeeeeeej
      @Eeeeeeeeej 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      eilinZ_04 I see a lot of ASMR posts of people crushing the foam in water (and like glitter and stuff) and I’m always like “how are they going to dispose of that?” I’ll bet they just pour it down the drain ugh

    • @eilinz_0488
      @eilinz_0488 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Eeeeeeeeej me 2

  • @TanyaMBrown
    @TanyaMBrown 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I just bought 48 blocks for mothers day. I will wear gloves!!

  • @emmyreams
    @emmyreams 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The "satisfying" videos are disturbing if the foam is dry. When the foam is wet much less dust is made and its safer. I still agree that it isn't for kids and isn't a toy.

  • @taniaemirethgonzalezgarcia4257
    @taniaemirethgonzalezgarcia4257 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cancer!! I didn't know it was this deadly.. thanks for informing us😄😌

  • @bee1137
    @bee1137 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So my friends have floral foam holding up their fake bamboo in the corner of their living room.. is that safe? They touch it, or just there

    • @calmly7798
      @calmly7798 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I mean,if they do it often it wpuld be dangerous

  • @iambluewave6936
    @iambluewave6936 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Doctor:how do you think you got cancer?
    Me:floral...foam...
    Doctor:...

  • @100musicplaylists3
    @100musicplaylists3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for the warning, yes, i agree, these foams can easily irritate the lungs.

  • @CLAJackson
    @CLAJackson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What do you think about artificial flowers? Do you think they would contain any ingredients that could cause cancer or reproductive harm?

  • @sherib3000
    @sherib3000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for this video! What would you recommend as an alternative to put in flower boxes arrangements instead of the foam?

  • @harinilr1752
    @harinilr1752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love ur eyes

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Harini Lr thank you so much 😭💕

  • @floraguppy-theguppyflowera1316
    @floraguppy-theguppyflowera1316 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Information ! It continues to amaze that florist are not informed. ..keep away from pets too!

  • @grandemoonlight8208
    @grandemoonlight8208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I talked to a florist instagrammer who only crushed the foam. No gloves or anything so I warned her about the dangers

    • @_ladasha
      @_ladasha 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What instagrammer?

  • @davidperry4013
    @davidperry4013 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My favorite thing to put flowers in is potting soil. Use the proper technique to sprout the routes, fill the pot with potting soil, and plant them.

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very nice!! I’ll have to try that one day 🌸

  • @98338142
    @98338142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    PF resins after reaction of Phenol and formaldehyde, there is no phenol and tiny amount of free formaldehyde present, your statement can be misleading. Have you tested the free formaldehyde ?

  • @the_foxfanofficial1429
    @the_foxfanofficial1429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg thank you so much! I was about to buy it, then I saw this! Omg you saved my life! Thank you so much!

  • @xinalight9130
    @xinalight9130 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I tempted at a Smithers Oasis yesterday and I thank God I looked up how bad it is for you after I blew green dust outta my nose and thank you for one of the only yt the only videos tell ppl how dangerous this shit is

  • @floristonthefly1494
    @floristonthefly1494 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So as someone who worked at a Flower Shop in England where we did tons of Baskets, Hatboxes, Small Ceramic Pots, Posies and wreaths I have some questions. While chicken wire is absolutely a great alternative for larger arrangements, I can't see it being practical for a basket arrangement or a smaller hatbox or ceramic pot without water going everywhere when it's in the delivery van. Or even just the time practicality - if you have 10 arrangements you need done in 3 hours and 5 aren't a Bouquet or a Vase then it's unreasonable to expect a florist to make chicken wires for each of them instead of using floral foam, especially when you need to make sure the arrangement lasts 5 days to a week for customers to be happy.
    I'm definitely glad you made this video, however I think the floral community needs more nuanced discussion on floral foam rather than never use it or always use it. I will definitely make more of a conscious effort to use alternatives whenever it's a realistic option to do so, and practice safer practice such as gloves, goggles and masks.

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree with everything you just said. When I know I have an event in advance I will make the chicken wire clusters a couple of days before my event.
      I cannot as a florist completely get rid of floral foam but like you, I am making better efforts to use more eco friendly options.
      There is a new option called Oshun Pouches and they are the “new floral foam” I’m going to make a review video about the pouches soon ✨

  • @fatbastard9147
    @fatbastard9147 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I mean it’s literally part my job (one of them anyway) so I’m good imma just die

  • @jason2753
    @jason2753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can I just say her eyes are beautiful

  • @jazzgirlx3049
    @jazzgirlx3049 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about foam that comes in kids toy like rainbocorns foam poop is it safe answer pleaseeee

  • @jovannapagan4681
    @jovannapagan4681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What can I use to replace this type of foam to keep flower arrangements hydrated?

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi there, I listed some ideas in at the end of the video, but you can try Oshun pouches I heard they are good oshunpouch.com

  • @horizonraptor-bxrry.8756
    @horizonraptor-bxrry.8756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, now I know.
    Now I know why people are talking about it.

  • @undertaleinrobloxlol4102
    @undertaleinrobloxlol4102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    *plays with floral foam*
    Skin cancer:hippity hoppity your skin is my property

  • @nestorgorgonio4527
    @nestorgorgonio4527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't stop looking at your eyes.....love it...

  • @DR-to5hb
    @DR-to5hb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this. Also, your voice is soothing. You should do audio books or something...

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am glad I could help! and thank you so much thats very nice of you to say. Maybe ill start a pod cast,....

  • @CraftsAllday456
    @CraftsAllday456 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is true thank you soo much please believe her!

  • @_caneshiaginel
    @_caneshiaginel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not A Florist. I’m An Event Planner & Artist. Do You Have A Good Replacement For The Balls & Silk Flower Use?

  • @CookingWithAuntDeeDee
    @CookingWithAuntDeeDee 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! I’m just a hobbyist and make arrangements for my family and friends. What can I use in place of it for a funeral standing spray?

  • @adia.kimchi
    @adia.kimchi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What do you do when someone's mom comes with foam plates on a school party?

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you kindly show her this video before distributing the foam out the children (:

  • @jadeyn2397
    @jadeyn2397 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is off topic, but you are really beautiful-

  • @lexastirling5936
    @lexastirling5936 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So what are u guys using to replace the floral foam

  • @GaylaGriffiths-hi8zm
    @GaylaGriffiths-hi8zm หลายเดือนก่อน

    And sporotrichosis. I am sick from my 30 yrs being in the floral industry

  • @ZyliceLiddell
    @ZyliceLiddell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What’s the purpose of floral foam?

  • @GodAlwaysWins
    @GodAlwaysWins ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use sand? Will dried pampas be strong enough to put in sand?

  • @gearjang9079
    @gearjang9079 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your presentation about chemical and toxic floral form.

  • @jayasreekodumba1043
    @jayasreekodumba1043 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Govt must ban such dangerous materials. Use coir instead.

  • @ex_toxicz9363
    @ex_toxicz9363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    On my way! to buy some more thx 😎

  • @twistertruecrime
    @twistertruecrime ปีที่แล้ว

    I can promise you that I won't be using any death foam.
    And I won't be slicing myself up with chicken wire. Nor will I be filling the landfills with chicken wire.
    Consider using the clear biodegradable orbs ( orbies) instead.
    They are cost effective and beautiful.
    Thank You Pretty Lady

  • @Alphabetisweird
    @Alphabetisweird ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was just playing with it so I immediately washed my hands and threw it away

  • @angryewok2474
    @angryewok2474 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I could tell its dangerous just because it kinda reminds me of the loft candy floss and that's itchy

  • @a_distant_figure7941
    @a_distant_figure7941 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    damn, I'm really lucky then, because I used to put that shit with out younger, my grandma used to buy all the time to get flowers and put them in the phone, and I would just poke holes in it. She got pissed at me now because of Cancer, but because she wanted to keep it looking good instead of having a bunch of finger holes in it, good thing I didn't get skin Cancer or anything like that

  • @ari_montz22
    @ari_montz22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The fact that I have it in my room right now and I'm supposed to be cutting into it and I have already started is concerning

  • @tracyguillemette6255
    @tracyguillemette6255 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    those eyes tho.....Thank you for the info, just inherited a bunch of vintage pin frogs, glass and ceramic frogs. Can't wait to use and share with my sister who is a grocery store florist.

  • @Belladonna0_0
    @Belladonna0_0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    OMG YOU ARE A LIFE SAVER I REPEAT LIFE SAVER!!! I did not know this also my Mom uses floral foam sometimes SO YOU JUST SAVED MY MOMS LIFE THANK YOU SO MUCH

  • @jennycobigo1968
    @jennycobigo1968 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you do an amzing work. thank you so much for sharing. life safer !!!

  • @starlight4706
    @starlight4706 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i touched floral foam before but i dont have skin cancer but i didnt play with it and then i stopped touching it

  • @melissahernandez4329
    @melissahernandez4329 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks...my pregnant ass was about to buy some from amazon for my birthday floral decor 😳

  • @jessicaflores1403
    @jessicaflores1403 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks I was gonna buy this for my birthday you saved my life

  • @ElleeZee289
    @ElleeZee289 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ughh, is there an alternative to the plastic floral tubes? I hate putting more plastic into the environment.

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Estelle Bonnet there is not at the moment. The only bright side to water tubes is that you can reuse them for future projects

  • @vibecheck8359
    @vibecheck8359 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My (better)science teacher

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mitu [child] it was the most research I did since I graduated lol

  • @fridafransson7421
    @fridafransson7421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How can they not be sued or at least reported on to some higher instances? For lying straight out, putting us all in danger, on their website plus adding the sheet that totally sais the opposite of what they are claim? Why is nobody making this stop for real? Ahhh

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Frida Fransson I don’t know 😩 I’m hopping this video will help spread awareness!

    • @fridafransson7421
      @fridafransson7421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aleexischristine Yes, that is so good you did because if nobody is talking about it then yes nobody will be questioning it. And you did make a very informed video so thank you :) I will definately not use it when i get started( right now i am studying to become a florist and am using oasis because it is part of the course to arrange with it unfortunately:( )i will do as you - I will flee from it like the plaque;) Haha👍✌️ Take care and keep on setting the greener trends in the floristry world - because it is the future(!) and thank you again for spreading this important info❤️

    • @fridafransson7421
      @fridafransson7421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Flowersbyalexis I also wonder couldnt you do a video on the environmentally friendly alternatives you use( in action)? I think that would be very helpful for a lot of us:) THANKS!!:)

  • @GDXdominator
    @GDXdominator 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i always knew floral foam was something dangerous it smelled funny and it looks scary.

  • @mezu1669
    @mezu1669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I use this for a diorama is that bad?

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re okay to use it. This video is mainly for the people like me a florist who use it every day. You can use the floral foam in moderation I would just use gloves when touching it in dry form 👍🏽

  • @emmaxdrawr5208
    @emmaxdrawr5208 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have crushed the dry foam twice in my life with no gloves, will I get cancer?

    • @maurojaa2293
      @maurojaa2293 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't worry, If You touch it like...for 5 minutes a couple of times, you Will not get it (You gotta wash your hands very well after that, of course) , The people with most risk are the florist that deal with that crap everyday, don't worry

  • @iandesilva1241
    @iandesilva1241 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks worth listening to good info

  • @eriedominic6294
    @eriedominic6294 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What do you use as a replacement?

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I listed some of the replacement options towards the end of the video, but my personal favorite alternative is the chicken wire

  • @subtojuzt_brand6220
    @subtojuzt_brand6220 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if somebody eats flour foam?

  • @conceptor2158
    @conceptor2158 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank u for this video i was just thinking for use it

  • @yoruvremya7555
    @yoruvremya7555 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    aw man:( i have no choice but to use it, im still a beginner florist, so cant control stuff like that because i am told to do that. knowing this is a big yikes though.

  • @uyfytdkugf
    @uyfytdkugf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    my art teacher making us carve this up without any sort of protection

  • @alyssasnow8949
    @alyssasnow8949 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would it be safe for me to play it with gloves? Any like, toxic gasses or something?

    • @RuinsRuasExe
      @RuinsRuasExe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its not safe to just play with just gloves.
      but also googles, something for your nose, a mask, and gloves.
      Really, just don't use it 😅

    • @alyssasnow8949
      @alyssasnow8949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RuinsRuasExe thank you!

  • @rybonm2343
    @rybonm2343 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about for silk arrangements

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, I do not do silk arrangments, but typically people use styrofoam for silk arrangements which isn’t the same as floral foam

  • @oof5798
    @oof5798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    JUST SAW A LIL GIRL ABOUT 6 TO 5 BITE FLORAL FOAM ITS SOOO PAINFUL TO WATCH I WANNA WARN HER BUT HER COMMENT IS OFF AND A TEENAGE GIRL WHO IS ABOUT 16 TO 18 DO IT TOO.😢😢😢

  • @mrs.squeak2918
    @mrs.squeak2918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So what did we learn?
    Mhm...
    Hmm

  • @MariamHasan1
    @MariamHasan1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    is there bleach in it? becuse i think i kind of smelled it

  • @Moniiheart
    @Moniiheart 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So what about crushing what. Can I use?

  • @terry122
    @terry122 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for the vid I was about to ask my parents if I can try this for the FIRST TIME but now knowing this I don’t want to buy it.

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Teresa Time I’m glad you safe!!! There’s lots of other things you can use instead (:

  • @malancy
    @malancy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I heard formaldehyde and was like heqq naww.

  • @ingridhernandez1943
    @ingridhernandez1943 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I used to eat it because the crunch...

    • @_ladasha
      @_ladasha 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eat it?? I hope you are ok

    • @dr.perruche1278
      @dr.perruche1278 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ...

    • @isaacblm3343
      @isaacblm3343 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s okay if you don’t eat it anymore but just don’t do it again

    • @mikuhatsune9678
      @mikuhatsune9678 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      good thing my main snack is on a plate which is deadly

  • @estrellarodriguez7154
    @estrellarodriguez7154 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always thought it was natural :(( I am sure this can be made with natural biodegradable organic material.

  • @teddybearfanclub
    @teddybearfanclub 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    But…what are some satisfying play replacements?

    • @teddybearfanclub
      @teddybearfanclub 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      BTW, I don’t use floral foam, I just want to know.

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi there!
      As a kid I used to play with slime,…. I’m not sure if it has the same affect as playing with foam but it’s definitely safer

    • @teddybearfanclub
      @teddybearfanclub 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Flowersbyalexis I’ve always wanted to make slime for a while. My favorite types of slime are cloud slime and stretchy slime. The scents are pretty cool too. Clay cracking is kind of like Floral Foam, and I learned about it a year ago. Totally forgot.

  • @stephenr.purfield1060
    @stephenr.purfield1060 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m showing this to my friends😂 They watch these videos and want to do them you saved their lives🤣🤣🤣

    • @Belladonna0_0
      @Belladonna0_0 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Chuck E. YEET yay I hope they are safe

    • @stephenr.purfield1060
      @stephenr.purfield1060 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I told them a few days back. Now they stopped, thanks for the hope!!! 🙏

  • @eniolalamar9340
    @eniolalamar9340 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have a tutorial of doing hatboxes with chickenwire? xx

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi there! Unfortunately I do not. Those are one of the designs where you have to use floral foam. I have not found a different way to make them without foam.

  • @marklepka7994
    @marklepka7994 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What is it for anyway

    • @Flowersbyalexis
      @Flowersbyalexis  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is used by florists to hold flowers into it when the foam is wet. it keeps the flowers hydrated

    • @marklepka7994
      @marklepka7994 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Flowersbyalexis oh ok 👌👌👌👌

  • @abilin1922
    @abilin1922 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it’s dangerous if you eat it but not when you touch it unless you don’t wash your hands after then It can be dangerous that’s just my thoughts

  • @savedawretch
    @savedawretch ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super useful!