Close up photo of a bouquet of flowers

First Bloom

The Poppies Flower School have a very unique style that is widely acclaimed. Diana Barnes is an experienced innovative florist with an amazing flair for flowers.

 

In this introductory class you can learn to make bouquets effortlessly for gifts or weddings and create a contemporary table arrangement with that Poppies touch.

 

Saturday 28 March - £85. (includes all materials)

 

Course details:

We will provide

All flowers, foliage and containers along with morning and afternoon refreshments.

 

You acquire

Two arrangements and a wealth of new skills and techniques and an enjoyable fun day.

 

We recommend that you bring

An apron

Floristry scissors or secateurs which can be purchased from us should you require them.

Paper and Pen to write down notes.

Camera (if you want to record your work).

Strong box or bag to take your arrangements home in.

 

Lunch

The Huttons café is situated just below the workshop and provides a wide variety of food or you can bring your own packed lunch to enjoy within the grounds.

 

 

Booking

To book please download and complete the booking form and send along with a cheque for the deposit to the address enclosed.

 

Download form

 

Download booking form

 

Programme

9.30am - Arrive

Registration and Refreshments

 

9.50am - Introduction

Format of the day

Health and Safety and Housekeeping

 

10.00am - Demonstrations

Traditional all round handtied design with seasonal flowers, suitable for a gift or display

 

Wedding handtied design suitable for a bride or for display

 

11.00am - Comfort / Refreshment break

 

11.15am - Workshop

Create your own design with guidance if necessary

 

13.00pm - Lunch

Lunch can be purchased at the Hutton Courtyard café, just below the workroom

 

An opportunity to walk around the grounds and visit the Stables Gift Shop

 

14.00pm - Demonstration

Contemporary design in a container

 

14.30pm - Comfort / Refreshment break

 

14.45pm - Workshop

Create your own design with guidance if necessary

 

15.45pm - Free time

A chance to chat to your tutor and ask questions

 

Buy extra materials to make designs at home

 

Complete designs

 

16.00pm - Finish