LEARN THE ART OF ARRANGING FLOWERS
Join Lauren & Louisina in their bright, flower filled studio for a 'Bouquet Improvers' class. This workshop is for professional florists or flower arrangers with experience who want to refine their bouquet making techniques. Participants will develop their expertise, dexterity and proficiency in creating a range of handties in our highly gestural, intricate, garden-inspired version of the traditional twist technique and also the 'hand vase' technique where stems are inserted into the a circle created by the thumb and forefinger. Learn how to create different bouquet shapes, bring out the most striking elements, troubleshoot, improve, and develop experience in bouquet making. Focus on blending colours and adding gestural, textured and focal flowers to create a loose and natural look that is effortless and carefully crafted. On this workshop you will create two beautiful bouquets to take home, finished with your choice of our botanically dyed ribbons, wrapped in tissue and your own glass vase and presentation box. The class will include a demonstration and walk through on the techniques, how to choose the right flowers for your bouquet, how to improve the look and longevity of your bouquets at events, troubleshooting, and support to improve your technique.
Guidance will be given on the construction of each design with plenty of opportunity to ask questions. Lauren will take professional images of your creations to add to your floristry portfolio.
Our flower school near Glasgow delivers a programme of sustainable floristry classes and courses that celebrate seasonal flowers, combining the art of garden-style flower arranging with practical tuition on sustainable, foam-free mechanics.We provide support and inspiration in developing your own floral style and encourage you to develop confidence and flair by slowly building your taste and experience. By allowing yourself to be attuned to nature and its imperfections, your arrangements will in turn be more authentic and more beautiful.
Each student will have an exciting and varied selection of our seasonal, farm-grown flowers and foliage to work with. Our workshops always use our own farm-grown flowers. We don't use floral foam in any of our work or teaching.
Delicious refreshments will be served to keep the creativity and energy flowing. All refreshments, materials, flowers, and the use of tools and sundries are included in the price of this workshop.
Details
- Please choose a date from the drop-down menu
- Refreshments will be provided
- 10 places per class
- Learn our techniques as you watch us create a bouquet using our favorite go-to stems before making your own with our guidance
- Discover our must-have tools for designing bouquets
- Learn a technique that can be put to use in your own floral practice
- Learn how to work with colour and incorporate unexpected materials and unusual textures
- Make your own bouquet to take home
- Hosted at our studio in South Lanarkshire which is 30mins drive from central Glasgow or 45-60mins via public transport with a 30-40mins walk along a country road from the nearest bus stop. We will be in touch prior to the class with more info on traffic links and directions.
Who is this for?
This workshop is for those with existing floristry experience who wish to develop their practice in a professional environment. We welcome those who wish to explore a sustainable floristry practice with an enthusiasm for natural materials and an ethic of care for the environment. Whatever experience you bring or whatever your motivation to join us, we welcome you and will always be your guide whilst encouraging you to explore your own ideas and creativity.
Please see our shop policy for details on refunds and cancellations.
