Seasonal Floral Workshops

Class: Seasonal Floral Workshops

Description:

Harvest Wreath Workshop

Learn to create a Wreath with with dried and preserved leaves and grasses and Hydrangea.

Celebrate the beauty of fall by crafting your own harvest wreath! In this 2-hour, hands-on workshop, you'll create a stunning seasonal wreath using an array of autumnal materials, including dried leaves, pinecones, berries, and other natural elements. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to add a personal, festive touch to their home decor. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any special items you'd like to incorporate into your wreath.

Come enjoy the cozy atmosphere, and leave with a beautiful, handmade wreath that captures the spirit of the season.

Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop

Get ready for Thanksgiving by creating a beautiful pumpkin centerpiece that will be the star of your holiday table! In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to craft a stunning arrangement using a real or faux pumpkin, seasonal flowers, greenery, and other autumnal accents. Perfect for all skill levels, this workshop provides everything you need to design a unique and festive centerpiece that will impress your guests. Join us for a fun and creative session, and leave with a gorgeous handmade centerpiece that embodies the warmth and charm of the season.

Workshop Elements: 

Floral and Plant ID: Information of plant derivative, language, lasting ability and maintenance will be outlined.

Professional Florist tips and Techniques: Tried and true techniques of the industry will be shared with you to achieve professional results. 

Discussion Topics:

• Identify Related Career Fields
• History of Floral Design
• Floral Identification
• Interior Design
• Event elements and Arrangements
• Principles and Elements of Design
• Color Wheel
• Successful Construction of Floral Arrangements

 Darlene Rupke:

Darlene Rupke has been passionate about flowers since childhood // when she cut all her Mother's tulips!
She studied at Humber College where she graduated with honours from the retail floristry program in 1994. She has trained in the Netherlands, NYC and California. At the age of 25 she was one of Canada's youngest to achieve the CAFA recognition.
Her passion for design, strategic thinking and creativity give her an innovative approach to up & coming industry trends. // Her talents have been recognized by local celebrities, industry magazines, Style at Home magazine, local charities and corporations such as MacKenzie Financial, RBC and Magna international. She is also an accredited Judge for Skills Canada.
Her entrepreneurial adventures began in 2005 when she opened Seasons Floral Studio. After 15 years in retail she sold her studio and founded Petal Academy in 2020. This was a pivotal move to floral subscription programs & online education & to share the joy of flowers to households everywhere! Her mission // empower individuals to “Be Fearless with Flowers”
Darlene is a budding bloom grower & gardener and is proud to use as much local & Canadian grown blooms as possible.
*CAFA Canadian Academy of Floral Art

Location: 

621 Timothy St, Newmarket, ON L3Y 1R3, Canada

Our cancelation policy:

https://www.newmakeit.com/pages/class-policies-cancellations