{"product_id":"floristry-101","title":"Floristry 101 - Five Weeks","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eJoin us to learn the fundamentals of floral design and the intricacies of the floral industry. This 5 week workshop is perfect for individuals who want to kick start their career as a floral designer or for those who want to gain confidence and skills designing with fresh flowers at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll the supplies required for the course are included in the cost: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Fresh flowers and greenery \u003cbr\u003e• Containers and vases \u003cbr\u003e• Mechanics - wire, tapes \u003cbr\u003e• PLUS a floral design tool kit that is yours to keep \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Breakdown:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek One: Processing and Handling of Flowers + \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrid System Vase Arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eFlowers usually arrive at a floral shop in the cardboard boxes the growers shipped them in and have been without a water source for several days. Learn how flowers arrive to us from the growers and how to process flowers when they are in this fragile state in order to prepare them for design and\/or sale. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent types of flowers require different handling and care for various stages of their life. We will discuss this thoroughly and students will learn how to use the tools in their floral kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this class you will acquire the skill of designing in a wide-mouthed vase. Using a grid system enables you to create an intricate design while fully supporting each stem. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek Two: One-Sided Design Using Florist Wire + \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Fundamentals \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class will focus on using florist wire to create floral arrangements that are one sided - perfect for mantles, sideboards, or side tables. Students will be challenged with a more advanced design skill using a sustainable design technique for creating floral arrangements.\u003c!-- notionvc: 81f4dec8-d7b7-4bb9-bc0a-2d61a3530baa --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek Three: All-Sided Design Using Florist Wire + \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainable Design Mechanics and Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class we will create an all sided arrangement in a vessel with florist wire. Students will be challenged with a more sustainable design technique for creating floral arrangements that are suitable for a table centrepiece, whereby making it aesthetically pleasing from all angles.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek Four: Boutonnière Basics + \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Fundamentals \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWiring and taping are an essential skill to have in floristry – this class will show you how to put it to good use. You will be shown how to create beautiful boutonnières for weddings, proms and events. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek Five: Hand Tied Bouquet + Industry Pricing \u0026amp; Tips for Success in the Floral Industry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eHand tied bouquets are the most advanced design that we will be covering during the last week of the course. Instead of using a vase with a grid, chicken wire or floral foam, you will be creating a floral arrangement in your hand. 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