***Please note, in person tickets are sold out and tickets are available for online attendance via video link only*** The link will be sent for online attendance on Saturday 4 October at 11am.
Join Lauren & Louisina in their bright, flower filled studio and immerse yourself in the magical world of garden flowers and floristry. This is the perfect opportunity to meet the Days of Dahlia tutors, gain an insight into our techniques, and see firsthand the beauty and creativity that defines our floristry. Whether you are a florist, gardener, aspiring florist, or simply curious about the art of floral design, this open day promises inspiration and connection. Join us for a day of beautiful flowers, expert guidance, and a peek at our exciting offerings for our future flower school programme.
We will open the day with a presentation about our teaching methods, sustainability ethos, and our backgrounds. There will then be a series of demonstrations; a handtied bouquet using the "twist" technique in our signature, garden style, a wearable floral accessory made without wires, tape or glue, and a gestural garden-bowl created with sustainable mechanics.
If you wish to book a workshop, purchase flower arranging tools and vessels on the day, we accept card and contactless payments.
Schedule:
11am Doors open
11-11:30am Tea and coffee
11:30-11:45am Introduction
11:45-12:30pm DEMO 1: Garden-style handtied bouquets
12:30-12:45pm Break
12:45-1:30pm DEMO 2: Floral accessories without wires, glue, plastic, and tape
1:30-1:45pm Break
1:45-2:30pm DEMO 3: Gestural bowl arrangements without foam
2:30-3pm Questions
3pm Finish
Please note, this is a full day event and is not available for drop ins.
Online Livestream
For those joining online, entry to the livestream will begin from 11:15am. Please arrive no later than 11:30am to the livestream. Late entrants arriving after 11:30am or during talks/demonstrations will be admitted at the next available break.
Our flower school near Glasgow delivers a programme of sustainable floristry classes and courses that celebrate seasonal flowers, combining the art of garden-style flower arranging with practical tuition on sustainable, foam-free and plastic-free mechanics. We provide support and inspiration in developing your own floral style and encourage you to develop confidence and flair by slowly building your taste and experience. By allowing yourself to be attuned to nature and its imperfections, your arrangements will in turn be more authentic and more beautiful. Our workshops always use our own farm-grown flowers. We don't use imported flowers, floral foam or plastic in any of our work or teaching.
Details
- Please choose the date from the drop-down menu
- Meet Days of Dahlia's tutors and learn more about our flower school
- Secure a place on one of workshops and/or courses
- Watch a series of in-depth floristry demonstrations
- Discover our must-have tools and materials
- Shop floristry tools, vessels and fresh flowers
- Learn techniques that can be put to use in your own floral practice
- Hosted at our studio in South Lanarkshire which is 30mins drive from central Glasgow or 45-60mins via public transport with a 30-40mins walk along a country road from the nearest bus stop. We will be in touch prior to the event with more info on traffic links and directions.
Who is this for?
Our workshops are for anyone who shares our love of the botanical world, an enthusiasm for natural materials and an ethic of care for the environment. We welcome both aspiring and experienced crafters, florists, artists, hobbyists, enthusiasts, experts to complete beginners. We have welcomed many different people to our flower school over the years from all over the world and from many different backgrounds, careers and experiences. Whatever experience you bring or whatever your motivation to join us, we welcome you and will always be your inspiration and guide whilst encouraging you to explore your own ideas and creativity. Slow down with us and appreciate the beauty of the natural world, our workshops are the perfect antidote to the fastpaced, hectic nature of modern life.
Please visit our shop policy for information on refunds and cancellations.
