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J Schwanke's Life In Bloom
| Website: | http://www.ubloom.com |
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| Next Airing: | Sat, Apr 27th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV |
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J SCHWANKE'S LIFE IN BLOOM is a half-hour lifestyle series about flower arrangement, design and instruction. Hosted by J Schwanke - a fourth-generation florist, award-winning author and well-known floral educator - the program aims to help viewers have fun with flowers and incorporate their beauty into their homes and everyday lives. Research shows the presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, eases depression, refreshes memory, heightens feelings of life satisfaction and affects social behavior in a positive manner. The presence of flowers in the workplace also improves workers' idea generation, creative performance and problem-solving skills. Throughout the 13-part series, J teaches viewers how to use flowers to enjoy these benefits and more. The series takes viewers all over the world, touring flower farms, greenhouses, markets, festivals and special events. J also shares his easy arranging tips and techniques, and flower-based food and cocktail recipes. Guests appear in each episode to discuss how flowers intersect with their lives and interests, such as friend P. Allen Smith, who joins J on a trip to Moss Mountain Farm for a tour of the spectacular gardens.
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Autumn Harvest
Host J Schwanke welcomes Autumn with flowers accented by the bounty of the season. Pumpkins, ears of stained glass corn, chrysanthemum, and even roses crafted from colorful leaves, all play a part in inviting flower arrangements.
Next Airing: Sat, Apr 27th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
Butterflies In Bloom
In this episode, butterflies are on the brain. J takes viewers to a garden blooming with butterflies at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, where he also finds inspiration for flower arrangements. J is joined by flower friend Cecelia for a butterfly project and a butterfly cocktail. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.
Next Airing: Sun, Apr 28th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Let's Go Dutch
This episode of Life in Bloom focuses on the influence of Dutch culture on flowers. Visit a second-generation flower farm, Oregon Flowers, founded by Dutch immigrants. J creates a hand tied bouquet with flourish, arranges flowers in Delft pottery, and mimics flower paintings by arranging in the style of the Dutch masters. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.
Next Airing: Sun, May 5th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
The Stinking Rose
Next Airing: Sun, May 12th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Woven Together
J's flower friend Sue Muldoon joins him to explore her passion, weaving. From chairs, to baskets, to trays, Sue shares her skills. J finds many ways to combine flowers with Sue's woven projects. Then, Sue and J trade their best baking tips as they make blueberry scones together. Hanging Amaranthus is the featured flower. Flowers from a viewer are also shared.
Next Airing: Sun, May 19th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Tickled Pink
This episode of Life in Bloom is tickled pink! Pink is the most prevalent flower color in nature and we're here for it! J visits with pink pal, Chef Jenna to see how she includes her color of choice in everything she does. J creates an heirloom style arrangement, a hand-tied bouquet, and enjoys a pink gin cocktail with Jenna. You'll be feeling "in the pinks" after this show.
Next Airing: Sun, May 26th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Flowers & Kids
On this episode flowers and kids team up for some exciting projects. Atticus instructs J about making perfume from flowers. June and her Mom Bretagne design and assist J with a kitty made of flowers. Hendrick and J construct veggie bug snacks. Plus - flower fun with a robot? J is joined by Wimee the Robot, Michael Hyacinthe, and Kevin Kammeraad from Wimee's Words, seen on PBS.
Next Airing: Sun, Jun 2nd, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Rose City
Join J as he explores the city of roses, Portland, Oregon. Learn how roses became part of the city's identity, and watch J create souvenir artwork. Peterkort Roses, a local greenhouse grower that's been around for over 100 years, shares their history with J. J also greets flower farmers at the Portland Flower Market. Flower arrangements from a viewer are also shared.
Next Airing: Sun, Jun 9th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
What's The Tea?
This episode revolves around tea. A look at the tea leaves reveals an immediate future that includes an antique tea set hand painted by J's great aunt Lucy Jane. A visit with urban farmer Jill Frey who grows edible flowers along with several type of lettuce in a retrofitted shipping container. Self-care strategies, and tea time treats are also included.
Next Airing: Sun, Jun 16th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Color Schemes
Color is the focus of this episode. J shows ways to ways to work with color and flowers, based on the color wheel. Flower arrangements with complimentary, monochromatic, triadic, and analogous concepts are created. The featured flower is the colorful and vibrant coleus. Flowers arrangements from a viewer are also included.
Next Airing: Sun, Jun 23rd, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Dia De Los Muertos
On this episode we are learning all about Dia de los Muertos, from flower friend Sandy Villegas of Tucson, Arizona. Sandy shares the celebration's significance in her culture and teaches J how she makes paper flowers as well as paper mache figures. Included: a celebration of life reflective of Sandy's cultural traditions and a flower arrangement shared by a viewer. Marigold is the featured flower.
Next Airing: Sun, Jun 30th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
The Shade of It All
On today's show we're taking refuge in the shade - with flowers, of course! We'll plant flowers suited to the shade in a container garden. Lawn gives way to blooming plants for more flower arranging fun. Artwork created with special light sensitive paper has a botanical bent. Tints, tones and shades are explored in a bouquet. A viewer shares their flower arrangement.
Next Airing: Sun, Jul 7th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Let's explore what it means to be a neighbor on this episode of Life in Bloom. We'll visit the store on the corner and see how they improve their neighborhood for all - including the use of flowers, of course. J divides botanical treasures and suggests ways to express gratitude with flowers. Also included: a recipe for poutine and an arrangement from a viewer.
Next Airing: Sun, Jul 14th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Self Care with Flowers
Explore ways to live the flower life. Surrounding yourself with flowers is easier than it may seem. J reminds viewers to enjoy the process of flower arranging with tips for great results. Life Coach Nicolette Dobbe-Behrendsen and J discuss flowers as metaphors. J shares his spirit flower, and - did someone say million-dollar spaghetti? Learn guest Jennifer Pasqua's uplifting story!
Next Airing: Sun, Jul 21st, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Winter In Bloom
J shows ways to enjoy flowers in winter and for the holidays - beyond the traditional red and green - in this episode of Life in Bloom. J arranges with hydrangea blooms, creates a silver and white centerpiece - and decorates for the holidays with unexpected colors combinations. Some flower arrangements also call for - a chance of snow?
Next Airing: Sun, Jul 28th, 2024 at 5:30 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/1/2024 to 3/31/2028 -
Birds of a Feather
Birds and flowers combine for a flight of fancy. Host J Schwanke gathers tips on photographing hummingbirds, shows off vintage vases, and explores sculpting with willow branches.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
Fiore Italia
Host J Schwanke arranges flower with an Italian flair, exploring facets of Italy. Della Robbia style centerpieces, lemons for arranging and limoncello, and a visit with Chef Jenna Arcidiacono are included.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
Glad Tidings
Host J Schwanke brings you glad tidings - literally. Gladiolus are in the spotlight with tips on planting, and care and handling of the spiked blooms. Included: both simple and impressive glad arrangements
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
Hooray for Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are the focus. Host J Schwanke visits a flower farm that grows the big and beautiful blooms, and arranges with garden hydrangea. J also creates both simple and elaborate bouquets, as well as a hydrangea cocktail.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
Patron Saint of Merriment
Host J Schwanke shares his love of dogs, specifically an affinity for Cocker Spaniels. Topics include collecting, terrariums and planters, garden stones, wearable flowers, and a minty treat.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
Simply Flowers
Host J Schwanke shows viewers that arranging flowers can be nice and easy. Simple techniques for flowers are featured, along with a floral simple syrup, and a sunflower field visit with a friend.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
Tropical Bloom
Host J Schwanke explores tropical blooms and themes. Included: a large-scale party centerpiece, lei making, wall art made with tropical foliage, and a classic tropical cocktail.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025 -
What Goes Around
Host J Schwanke finds ways to re-use, re-purpose, and recycle - including upcycling thrift store vases. Also included: how to recycle a flower arrangement, and building a garden bench from palettes.
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/1/2022 to 3/31/2025