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SATURDAY 27TH SEP - DESIGN Workshop: Foam-Free Floral Centrepiece

SATURDAY 27TH SEP - DESIGN Workshop: Foam-Free Floral Centrepiece

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Join Floral Designer Erica Watson and Flower Farmer Jen Foster as they take you on a journey of floral magic through the beauty of Spring on the flower farm. 

Saturday 27th September: 10am-2pm

Tour the flower farm with Jen, exploring our collections of Italian Ranunculus, Anemone, & Poppy, as well as our Tulip & Pansy trial gardens. Create whimsical floral arrangements under the guidance of Erica and enjoy a beautiful locally catered lunch. You will learn about our natural and sustainable approaches to farming and designing, from both a garden and flower farm perspective.

This hands-on workshop teaches participants the basics of creating sustainable, foam-free floral centrepieces. Perfect for beginners or anyone who is interested in growing and designing with their own flowers, this workshop focuses on fundamental techniques and eco-friendly methods to design beautiful arrangements. By the end of the workshop, participants will take home a stunning centrepiece made with their own creativity, as well as the knowledge and confidence to create more foam-free arrangements at home.

KEY FEATURES

Introduction to Sustainable Floristry - Brief talk on the environmental impact of floral foam and why foam-free techniques are important. Introduction to alternative mechanics like chicken wire, reusable grids, floral tape and natural materials.

Flower Selection & Preparation - Overview of seasonal blooms and greenery. Tips on conditioning flowers to ensure longevity and freshness.

Design Principles - Basics of colour theory and composition. How to create balance, depth, and movement in an arrangement.

Hands-On Arrangement - Step-by-step guidance to build a centrepiece using foam-free techniques. Individual assistance to help participants troubleshoot and refine their designs.

Sustainability Practices - Encouragement of eco-conscious habits, such as composting floral waste and repurposing materials.

INCLUSIONS

- Tour of Southern Highlands Flower Farm with Flower Farmer Jen

- Select, harvest and take home your own beautiful bucket of Spring blooms

- Flower arranging with Designer Erica, enjoying a wide range of bountiful flowers and foliage

- Your own stunning table centrepiece arrangement in a beautiful vessel

- Photography opportunities, including our very special and unique flower farm mural, created by renowned botanical artist Adriana Picker

- Sustainable tools and materials including floral snips to take home, chicken wire, etc.

- Cut flower seeds to take home

- Delicious lunch catering in the flower gazebo overlooking the flower farm will be provided by our ever-popular local cafe Potter's Pantry Bundanoon

    - Q&A with both Flower Farmer Jen and Floral Designer Erica

    A welcome email with attendee information will be sent the week prior to your workshop.

    Please refer to Terms & Conditions prior to booking, as purchasing a ticket to this event assumes your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions.
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    • Date & Time

      Saturday 27th September
      10am - 2pm

    • Location

      Southern Highlands Flower Farm
      51 Newbury Drive
      Penrose NSW 2579

    By booking tickets to this Experience, you are confirming acknowledgement and agreement of the TERMS & CONDITIONS.

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