3-Day Introduction to Floristry

Taught by Charlotte a seasoned florist with over 18 years of experience.
Dive into the world of floristry with our immersive 3-day introductory course! Perfect for beginners, this course will give you a solid foundation in floristry, combining hands-on experience with expert guidance. You will explore key floral techniques, learn how to design stunning arrangements, and gain the confidence to create beautiful pieces from scratch.

Course Structure

We will cover a range of floral techniques, as well as an introduction into costings and photographing your work

• Low Bowl Design

• Handtied Bouquet

• Floral Meadow Design

• Flower Crown

• A large installation, creating as a group

• Floral Wreath

• Introduction to Photographing your work

• Introduction to Costing your designs

• Colour Theory and how to choose the right flowers for each design

• How to care and condition flowers

Each design is yours to take home, so you can keep practicing your skills! We encourage you to take photos of your work though out the course and show you how to do this in whatever space you are working with.

This course is ideal for anyone with a love for flowers who wants to start exploring floristry. Whether you're looking to develop a new hobby or get a taste of the profession, our course offers a perfect entry point for beginners. No prior experience is required! We teach in small classes to ensure individual attention and you'll walk away with both practical skills and the confidence to apply them.

By the end of the course, you'll have the skills to create your own floral designs You’ll also leave with a deeper appreciation for floral artistry and a collection of beautiful designs to showcase. Whether you’re looking to pursue floristry as a career or simply enjoy flowers more creatively, this course will be a rewarding experience.

Workshop Details

Dates: Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th September

Time: Each day starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm.

Price: £850 - You can secure your place with a £200 deposit, with the remaining balanced (£650) due two weeks prior - please get in touch for more details.

At the Floren Flowers HQ – 17 Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS

Getting there – The nearest parking is Guildhall or the Harlequin. We are also just a short walk from Exeter Central train station and bus stops from the high street.

We suggest wearing flat, comfy, shoes with no open toes, as you will be standing for this workshop. Please let us know if you require a stool.

If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, please let us know on booking.

This course is for customers 16 years of age and over.

The course takes place in an area of our shop where there are stairs leading down. Please get in touch if you have any questions about access.