Introduction to Floristry 2027
Introduction to Floristry 2027
An intensive floristry course designed for beginners wishing to pursue a career in floristry.
This introduction to all things blooms will cover everything you need to know to kick-start your floristry journey - from seasonal flower selection, caring for and preparing flowers, arranging for various different events, working with suppliers, day to day florist life and some tip and tricks for building up your business - this jam packed course will inspire and give you all the confidence you need to get started!
Upcoming Dates 2027:
Monday 22nd - Friday 26th February 2027
Monday 17th - Friday 21st May 2027
Monday 19th - Friday 23rd July 2027
Monday 11th - Friday 15th October 2027
The Introduction to Floristry is held at our Workshop 10:00 am - 4:00 pm in the heart of Yorkshire (LS21 1NT). All material and tools are included, as are refreshments & lunch. Please let us know any dietary requirements.
You can secure your place now with a £250 deposit, with the final balance due 2 months prior or, pay in full (£1495) at time of booking. Payment plans available - please get in touch for details enquiries@leafycouture.co.uk
Day One – Flowers for the home or corporate contract
Intro to floristry, how to buy, how to condition. Learning about all types of flowers and foliages. You will learn what to buy each season. Stems types and what to look out for. You will create beautiful seasonal hand-tied bouquet of luxury flowers and learn how to package it. You will also create a floral arrangement in foam in a container.
Day Two – Wedding Flowers
You will learn the basics of how to approach the wonderful world of wedding flowers! You will to learn how to create a beautiful hand tied wedding bouquet, buttonholes and a flower crown. You will learn wiring techniques and wedding essentials.
Day Three – Funeral Flowers
You will learn how to create beautiful and tasteful florals for funeral orders. You will create casket sprays and tied sheaf
Day Four – Arrangements
Using different methods you will create a series of floral arrangements in various containers. You will learn creative styling for your arrangements and add finishing touches.
Day Five – Setting up as a florist
All the process’s. We will show you how online ordering works, how to plan flower orders, best practices for staying organised, how to deliver a wedding or event, marketing, social media and how to network to get your business off the ground.
As the flowers will have been selected for the class, unfortunately the class booking is non refundable or transferable if you are unable to attend. Cancellations can occur up until 6 weeks prior.