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From flower arranging to Christmas wreath making – the flower workshops to book now

The Flower Folk, Jesmond, have announced their latest flower workshop calendar – but book quickly, they will sell out fast!

Written by Rachael Nichol
Published 06.09.2023

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Looking for something new to do as those dark and cold autumn months are drawing closer? We’ve found the ultimate workshops that are guaranteed to brighten up your day…

Flower workshops at The Flower Folk, Jesmond.

From the ultimate florist masterclass to their annual sell-out Christmas wreath-making workshops, The Flower Folk team are set to showcase their talents and teach us the art of floristry.

With all materials for the class included and light refreshments to help you along the way, all you have to do is turn up, escape the everyday stresses in your life and let your creativity bloom.

The best part? You can take home your floral masterpiece to make a statement in your home or gift your creation to one of your nearest and dearest.

HLN TOP TIP: With your ticket, you’ll receive a 10% discount in The Flower Folk shop on the day of the workshop. So why not buy a beautiful vase to showcase your floral arrangment?

DRIED LATE SUMMER WREATH

When: Sunday 10th September, 11:00am – 1:00pm

Cost: £32.00

As the summer draws to a close why not hold onto the season and learn how to make a pretty summer wreath? This class is welcome to all and no floristry experience is necessary as we will carefully go through how to make your wreath step by step and do a demonstration before you start to make your own. Brighten up your home throughout autumn with this everlasting floral arrangement.

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FLORISTRY MASTERCLASS

When: Saturday 16th September & Saturday 4th November, 10:30am – 12:30pm

Cost: £48.50

This floristry masterclass is designed to give you an understanding of basic floristry principles as well as a fun and informative hands-on practical session to put these principles into practice. Learn how to condition, to prolong a flower’s life and select the right seasonal flowers and foliage, before you create your very own hand-tied or vase arrangement bouquet.

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CYANOTYPE PRINTING WORKSHOP

When: Sunday 17th September, 11am – 1pm

Cost: £33.50

Learn the process of cyanotype printing – a form of photographic printing that produces a cyan, blue-coloured print contrasted with vivid white designs. Get the chance to make your own botanical prints using The Flower Folk’s selection of pressed flowers, foliage and paper.

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SUSTAINABLE FLORISTRY: VASE ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOP

When: Saturday 30th September, 10.30 -12.30 & Sunday 12th November, 11am – 1pm

Cost: £56.00

Ever wanted to create a beautiful floral arrangement in a vase or container but not sure how? This new workshop at The Flower Folk is designed to show you various sustainable floristry techniques for floral arranging into different reusable and recyclable sized and shaped containers.

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CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP

When: Saturday 2nd, Sunday 3rd, Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th December, 10.30am – 2pm

Cost: from £62.00

These ever-popular Christmas wreath workshops are set to return this December and are the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit. Learn how to create your own luxury festive door wreath made with plentiful winter foliage and natural dried materials, with hot chocolate and biscuits to fuel your creativity.

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CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP WITH FESTIVE FIZZ

When: Friday 1st and Thursday 7th December, 6pm – 8pm

Cost: from £62.00

Fun, fizz and florals – what better way to start your festivities? Get the chance to make your very own Christmas wreath to perfectly match your home décor as you sip on prosecco and nibbles. Prepare your ring with moss, bind your foliage and learn how to style your pieces of interest. Finish off by tying the all-important bow at the end to finish your festive floral wreath.

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To book a flower workshop and for more information, visit The Flower Folk’s website.

The Flower Folk, 20 Brentwood Avenue, West Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 3DH

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