Flower Workshops
Flower Workshops
Learn the art of floral design at one of our ever-popular flower workshops. Choose from one of our scheduled fresh or dried floral workshops or contact us to arrange a private session. Our flower arranging classes are perfect for birthdays, hen parties, baby showers or Christmas events and they offer a great alternative to corporate team-building events.
FLOWER SCHOOOL FAQs
FLOWER SCHOOL FAQs
1. What is the difference between floral training and a flower workshop?
All our classes are designed to improve your knowledge and skills in floristry. With the exception of Become an Event Florist, all are suitable for beginners and whilst workshops provide a fun opportunity and a fabulous day out for anyone with an interest in flowers, our floral training is aimed at those who are considering taking their passion a bit further and immersing themselves in the discipline. Of course, not everyone wants to be a florist, but our floral training programme provides a grounding in the basic techniques and can be used as a springboard into further study.
2. How are classes structured?
We understand the world of floristry can be a little daunting for beginners so whether you are attending a workshop or a programme, we structure our teaching so that each stage is completed before we move on to the next. No participant or student is left behind and we make sure each person receives the right level of support to successfully create their arrangement.
3. What will I learn on a level one training course?
The Weekend Florist and our Floral Foundations programme allow students the experience of working with fresh and dried flowers. Each course is structured so that students experience working on a series of individual and group-based projects. You will learn about the key the design principles of colour, composition, texture, form and movement. You will also learn about sustainable floristry practices and we will share with you our knowledge of the floral industry.
4. What is the difference between the level one programmes?
Both courses follow a similar structure, but our five-day Floral Foundations course gives you the opportunity to explore foraged florals and engage in more group projects. There will also be more opportunity to learn about pricing and the business of floristry, helping you to understand the pitfalls new florists face and guidance on how to short circuit these problems. For those serious about a career in floristry, we recommend our five-day course as this allows you to grow in confidence and gain a deeper sense of the creative process.
5. Who can enrol on a level two course?
Anyone who has completed The Weekend Florist or Floral Foundations is well placed to embark on our four-day Become an Event Florist course. We ask students to complete a level one course before joining a level two as it assumes some knowledge and understanding of our floristry methods. If you have already worked in floristry or completed another course elsewhere, please get in touch to discuss your suitability for the programme. Our level two course equips students with the skills to plan, design and deliver an event, focusing on how to build supplier and client relationships and build a successful event floristry business.
6. What’s included?
All our workshops and courses include all materials and tools, as well as tuition from experienced floral tutors. We keep numbers small as this works best and means there is a high teacher-student ratio, ensuring all participants are catered for. Our workshops include vintage tea, with artisan bakes and fizz, along with non-alcoholic refreshments. Our floral training programme also includes a schedule of the course and notebook. As people have different dietary requirements, we do not provide lunch on our floral training programmes. However, there are plenty of cafes and eateries in the area to buy a light lunch and we make sure you have time for a break.
7. Great! What’s the next step?
If you’re ready to book, then you can simply reserve your place online. If you wish to pay a deposit to hold your place, we can arrange this, but please get in touch to discuss payment options. If you’re still unsure and have further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us via our contact form and we will arrange a call with you.
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Floral Workshop Programme 2022
Workshop Programme for 2023
We have a host of exciting workshops planned for 2023. From fresh hand-tied bouquets, to dried floral arrangements and foraged florals, there is something to suit everyone. All our workshops are beginner friendly and are held in our beautiful French atelier.
Dates are added throughout the year, so you if you are looking to gift a floral experience, why not purchase an Ollie & Ivy Flower School Gift Voucher and let your loved one choose a workshop and date that suits them.
Private workshops with work colleagues or friends are also available. Please enquire by email or by using our contact form.
Workshop Programme for 2023
We have a host of exciting workshops planned for 2023. From fresh hand-tied bouquets, to dried floral arrangements and foraged florals, there is something to suit everyone. All our workshops are beginner friendly and are held in our beautiful French atelier.
Dates are added throughout the year, so you if you are looking to gift a floral experience, why not purchase an Ollie & Ivy Flower School Gift Voucher and let your loved one choose a workshop and date that suits them.
Private workshops with work colleagues or friends are also available. Please enquire by email or by using our contact form.
HALF DAY WORKSHOPS
HALF DAY WORKSHOPS
Spring Fresh Flower Workshop
Saturday 18th February or Saturday 18th March (half day)
Bring on the Spring vibes and create your own beautiful hand-tied Spring bouquet. Using contemporary floristry techniques, this is an opportunity to work with fresh stems and learn about colour, design, texture and composition. The session takes place at our atelier and is served with fizz and artisan fancies.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Spring Fresh Flower Workshop
Saturday 18th February or Saturday 18th March (half day)
Bring on the Spring vibes and create your own beautiful hand-tied Spring bouquet. Using contemporary floristry techniques, this is an opportunity to work with fresh stems and learn about colour, design, texture and composition. The session takes place at our atelier and is served with fizz and artisan fancies.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Dried Flower Workshop
Saturday 4th February (half day)
Dried flowers make the perfect long-term accompaniment to your home and interiors - providing you know how to design with them professionally.
Join us for this exciting workshop where we will teach you how to create your own dried flower arrangement. You will also learn about the selecting, drying and design process, as well as showing you how to choose the right receptacle for your space. We will also explore the key areas of colour, texture and structure for your nature-inspired arrangements.
As always, our workshops take place in our beautiful atelier with a selection of fizz and refreshments available.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Dried Flower Workshop
Saturday 4th February (half day)
Dried flowers make the perfect long-term accompaniment to your home and interiors - providing you know how to design with them professionally.
Join us for this exciting workshop where we will teach you how to create your own dried flower arrangement. You will also learn about the selecting, drying and design process, as well as showing you how to choose the right receptacle for your space. We will also explore the key areas of colour, texture and structure for your nature-inspired arrangements.
As always, our workshops take place in our beautiful atelier with a selection of fizz and refreshments available.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Galentine's Day Workshop
Tuesday 14th February (evening)
Here come the girls!
Galentine's is a celebration of womanhood and female friendship and this fresh floral workshop is an opportunity to get creative and learn how to create your own floral bouquet and have fun with like-minded independent women.
Whether you're a single sister or all loved-up, if you're not spending Valentine's with someone special, come and join us for fabulous florals, fizz and fancies. You will learn about the art of flower arranging and take home skills that will last a life-time.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Galentine's Day Workshop
Tuesday 14th February (evening)
Here come the girls!
Galentine's is a celebration of womanhood and female friendship and this fresh floral workshop is an opportunity to get creative and learn how to create your own floral bouquet and have fun with like-minded independent women.
Whether you're a single sister or all loved-up, if you're not spending Valentine's with someone special, come and join us for fabulous florals, fizz and fancies. You will learn about the art of flower arranging and take home skills that will last a life-time.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Mother's Day Hand-Tied Bouquet Workshop
Saturday 18th March (2pm @ the atelier) Thursday 23rd March (7pm @ Native, Queen Street, New Town)
Celebrate you Mum this March with a fresh flower workshop. Learn how to create a beautiful hand-tied seasonal bouquet and develop your understanding of colour, texture, composition and form at this fun and informative workshop. There's also time for a wee toast for the Mums with fizz and our vintage afternoon tea.
Our workshop on Saturday 18th March takes place at 2pm at our atelier in Morningside. Thursday 23rd March at 7pm takes place at Counter Edinburgh - Native, Queen Street, Edinburgh New Town.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Mother's Day Hand-Tied Bouquet Workshop
Saturday 18th March (2pm @ the atelier) Thursday 23rd March (7pm @ Native, Queen Street, New Town)
Celebrate you Mum this March with a fresh flower workshop. Learn how to create a beautiful hand-tied seasonal bouquet and develop your understanding of colour, texture, composition and form at this fun and informative workshop. There's also time for a wee toast for the Mums with fizz and our vintage afternoon tea.
Our workshop on Saturday 18th March takes place at 2pm at our atelier in Morningside. Thursday 23rd March at 7pm takes place at Counter Edinburgh - Native, Queen Street, Edinburgh New Town.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
FULL DAY WORKSHOPS
FULL DAY WORKSHOPS
Fresh Spring Florals
Saturday 25th February or
Saturday 11th March (full day)
With Spring on its way we've created a one day course dedicated to arranging fresh flowers. Learn how to create table centrepieces and hand-tied bouquets, using the finest and freshest materials of the season.
Gain knowledge of colour, composition, texture and movement and apply the basic principles of contemporary and sustainable garden-style floral design to all your arrangements.
This course is for anyone who simply has a genuine love of fresh flowers and wants to deepen their understanding of floristry, acquiring the skills to approach flower arranging with confidence.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Fresh Spring Florals
Saturday 25th February or
Saturday 11th March (full day)
With Spring on its way we've created a one day course dedicated to arranging fresh flowers. Learn how to create table centrepieces and hand-tied bouquets, using the finest and freshest materials of the season.
Gain knowledge of colour, composition, texture and movement and apply the basic principles of contemporary and sustainable garden-style floral design to all your arrangements.
This course is for anyone who simply has a genuine love of fresh flowers and wants to deepen their understanding of floristry, acquiring the skills to approach flower arranging with confidence.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Flowers for interiors
31st March - 1st April (2 days)
Flowers breathe life into indoor spaces and stunning home interiors require fabulous floral displays. This two-day course is designed for those with an interest in flowers, interiors and lifestyle design. Exploring both fresh and dried flowers, students will gain a deep insight into how floral decoration can be integrated into the look of a room and be valued as a stand alone feature, creating focal points.
This course is beginner-friendly and provides participants with the basic skills in floristry, which can be applied to any floral practice. The course provides students with the knowledge and confidence to create their own designs and learn how to take a mixed-medium approach to florals and flower arranging.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
Flowers for interiors
31st March - 1st April (2 days)
Flowers breathe life into indoor spaces and stunning home interiors require fabulous floral displays. This two-day course is designed for those with an interest in flowers, interiors and lifestyle design. Exploring both fresh and dried flowers, students will gain a deep insight into how floral decoration can be integrated into the look of a room and be valued as a stand alone feature, creating focal points.
This course is beginner-friendly and provides participants with the basic skills in floristry, which can be applied to any floral practice. The course provides students with the knowledge and confidence to create their own designs and learn how to take a mixed-medium approach to florals and flower arranging.
Skills Level: Beginner friendly
For details of our terms of booking, please visit our terms and conditions.
Every workshop is designed to be informative and fun, combining fabulous florals, fizz and sweet fancies. Bring a friend or come as you are – all are welcome at our floral gatherings.
Half-day workshops begin at 2pm. Full-day workshops begin at 10am. Evening workshops begin at 6.30pm
Private Workshops
We are happy to offer tailored workshops to suit groups or individuals. Many of our clients have arranged a private workshop to improve their knowledge of floristry or to mark an occasion with friends. Whether you are looking to host a 60th birthday, a hen party or you would like to arrange bridal workshop, we can design the right flower workshop for you. Private workshops can be arranged for a minimum of four attendees. Smaller parties may be considered but will incur a surcharge. Please get in touch for more details.
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Private Workshops
We are happy to offer tailored workshops to suit groups or individuals. Many of our clients have arranged a private workshop to improve their knowledge of floristry or to mark an occasion with friends. Whether you are looking to host a 60th birthday, a hen party or you would like to arrange bridal workshop, we can design the right flower workshop for you. Private workshops can be arranged for a minimum of four attendees. Smaller parties may be considered but will incur a surcharge. Please get in touch for more details.
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Gift Vouchers
Floral experiences make great gifts. If you're looking to book a course for a close family member or friend and are unsure what to choose, then perhaps a Flower School Gift Voucher is a good option. Our vouchers can be purchased online or in person and are available in dominations of £50, £60, £75 and £100. How much you wish to spend is entirely up to you.
Available to book online, or if you would like further information then please get in touch.
BUY A GIFT VOUCHER
Gift Vouchers
Floral experiences make great gifts. If you're looking to book a course for a close family member or friend and are unsure what to choose, then perhaps a Flower School Gift Voucher is a good option. Our vouchers can be purchased online or in person and are available in dominations of £50, £60, £75 and £100. How much you wish to spend is entirely up to you.
Available to book online, or if you would like further information then please get in touch.
BUY A GIFT VOUCHER