Flower Arranging - Spring Using Different Mediums - All Abilities

Course intent

Learn the knowledge and skills needed to make beautiful, designs that last. Use flowers that are in season and discover how to make arrangements that look amazing without costing a fortune.

What will I learn?

During this 6 week course you will celebrate the beautiful flowers and foliage that grow in Early Spring as you will learn about:

• Creating different designs both modern and traditional
• Using a mix of different mediums
• Using different existing containers alongside creating new containers/ water vessels to display your floral creations
• Colour, form and structure
• How to design for different locations and occasions
• The skills you need to select flowers, foliage and materials for your arrangements
• How to keep flowers fresh
• You will learn about principles and elements of design and how to incorporate them into beautiful arrangements
• Flower names
• Floristry trade secrets, tips and techniques
• Successful budgeting and ways of making affordable choices

  Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

  This course is suitable for all levels of ability. No previous experience is necessary. Each week there will be new designs and techniques to learn with skills built in for both beginners and for those wishing to refine their technical and design skills in a friendly, focused class. So if you love flowers, nature and want to spend a couple of hours creating something beautiful to take home or to gift to a friend or loved one whilst learning new skills then this is for you.

  What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

  If you are a beginner, the tutor can advise which tools to choose and where to buy in the first lesson

Equipment:

• scissors
• bucket for flowers
• plastic sheet or cloth to work on
• small knife
• notebook and pen
• a camera/use the camera on your phone to record your work
• wear closed toe shoes
• an apron or wear old clothes

Materials

A list of materials will be sent out prior to the start date. Each week you will be given guidance on suitable materials, flowers and foliage to bring and/or purchase for the following week.

What can I do when I finish the course?

In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto the follow-on Summer flower arranging courses.

Your tutor may suggest that you prepare and apply for a recognised qualification if you are interested in becoming a commercial florist.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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