Floristry Training Course        £275

COULD I BE A FLORIST? Two day Course                One to One Tuition (but as before friends are welcome to sit in)

This course is for all those of you who dream of one day owning a flower shop or starting an online flower business.     We wouldnt pretend for one moment that you could possibly learn it all in two days but after this course you will certainly know if floristry is for you.   We will discuss all aspects of being a florist  including the really early mornings, the late nights, the freezing buckets etc etc.   But also the sheer pleasure when you see a brides face light up as she sees her flowers.  Items that YOU will make and take home with you will include:-

Large traditional pedestal arrangement as used for weddings churches marquees and other important functions, in fact anywhere where something impressive is required.

Sampler posy pads experimenting with various edgings including evergreens, ribbons, herbs, skeleton leaves, jewels, pins etc.

Complete a posy pad to your own design.

Low rectangular sheaf arrangement suitable for funeral work or use in domestic situations e.g. sideboards windowsills etc

Simple practise wiring and taping of various foliages and flowers.

Construct  buttonholes and  corsages  to your own design.

Wreath – suitable for door, funeral, table, storm lantern etc – you decide on the style but all alternatives will be discussed and practised.

Pew end /chair back designs from simple to complex , inexpensive to opulent

Posy Bouquet.

Construct “things”  (bracelets cuffs tiaras etc) from bullion wire, aluminium wire, beads & pearls.

Somewhere in the middle of that lot we stop for a quick lunch.   Tea and coffee on the go all day.   Full range of handouts are given.

Details supplied of all my favourite wholesalers included flowers and sundries and help given to establish trade accounts.
Two day course including all materials, containers, flowers etc                                                                            £275

For a list of available dates please look at our events calendar here.

Gift Vouchers available

TOTAL BEGINNER/COMPLETE NOVICE COURSE   £155

One to one Tuition (but friends are welcome to sit in).

1 day course from 10.30-15.30

Whatever you want to call it this course really is for total beginners.   Girls who have literally never arranged a flower in their lives are taking home some amazing arrangements. A complete introduction to flower arranging, including advice on the purchase and preparation of all floral materials will be given. We will focus on simple, but effective flower arrangements, all of which you will keep at the end of the day. It is recommended that you have your own apron, camera, notebook and pen to hand.

Introduction to beginners flower arranging course includes

• The Elements of Design including colour, balance and structure.
• The correct use of floristry tools.
• A range of beautiful flower arrangements suitable for all occasions including:-
• A beautiful country style arrangement – an abundance of flowers and foliage for that impressive look.
• Posy pad or wreath design suitable for Weddings Christmas or to enhance any interior.
• Stylish Modern  Design Simple Easy and Quick but with loads of impact.
• Pretty Roses and herbs hand tied posy design.
• Introduction to buttonhole/corsage work.  Learn how to wire and tape leaves and floral stems with wonderful results.   In addition to the above many participants take home 2 or 3 beautiful corsages as gifts for Mums Nans etc.

Full choice is given re flower colours and any personal likes/dislikes taken into account.

Many of the courses I  do are for total novices.   Some girls want to know about flower arranging in order to start a business, some to help out at their own or a friends wedding and some want to be able to do more wow factor flowers in their own home for entertaining etc.

We work in a very casual fashion but everyone without exception gains loads of confidence and some lovely flower arrangements.

Courses take place here in Nantwich Cheshire.

I dont mind mums or friends sitting in with us.

The course includes all  flowers foliage vases wires ribbons tapes etc. etc.  A  set of Oasis design brochures and work notes.    I buy all my flowers from the Dutch suppliers so quality and value are excellent.

If booking please state any colour likes/dislikes as you will be living with the finished arrangements for quite some time.

£155 All flowers & vases/containers supplied

Gift Vouchers are available at every price level.

For a list of available dates please look at our events calendar here.

Wedding Flower Course      £155

1 day course from 10.30 am to 3.30pm

This course is tailored to your specific requirements.

We fully explore all aspects of dream flowers for your very special wedding day.   Send me enough details in advance and I will come up with some ideas just for you.     Full  backup is given by email afterwards for those last minute questions that all brides have.   If you wish me to help you order in your flowers nearer the big day that can be arranged.  I have hundreds of weddings under my belt and the wedding course is still my favourite.   Ideal for the bride and Mum/best friend/hens.

Arrangements can include;

Pew end / chair back ideas and arrangements

Table centres and candleabra.

Name card holders

Simple but stunning button holes, corsages and pretty wrist corsages

Wedding cake flowers

Brilliant budget ideas with the Wow Factor

How to decorate Archways etc etc etc

This course would be ideal for a mother and daughter, or two friends planning the perfect day.  Everything you make is yours to take home at the end of the day.

Total cost for the day inc. all vases containers flowers sundries etc  £155    Friends are free. Refreshments served throughout the day.

For a list of available dates please look at our events calendar here.

If you would like help to order your wedding flowers and sundries direct from my wholesalers this can be arranged.   I make a small charge for my time and transport but the savings you make will be considerable.