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Floristry Reimagined - Winter Wreath Making

Course code: P02745

Subject area: Floristry

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

10:00 - 16:00

Days of week:

Saturday

Course date:

29th Nov 2025 - 29th Nov 2025

Course location:

Cheney School

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

"A Sustainable, Seasonal and Skilful Festive Celebration of Nature & Creativity

Winter is a time of warmth, texture, and creativity, and what better way to embrace the season than by crafting your own beautiful, sustainable wreath? This all-day workshop is designed for those who love working with natural materials and want to create a unique, eco-friendly wreath that reflects the beauty of the season.

Guided by a fresh, modern approach to floristry, this workshop focuses on resourceful, sustainable design, moving away from artificial decorations and instead working with foraged, locally sourced, and repurposed materials. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned floral enthusiast, you’ll leave with a stunning handcrafted wreath and the skills to create more festive floral pieces at home.

After the lunch break, we’ll dive into a collaborative group activity to style a stunning table centrepiece using seasonal flowers, foliage, fruit and vegetables. Expect a lively, hands-on session where we’ll play with textures, shapes, and unexpected elements. During the workshop I will share some of my best-kept floristry tips, along with plenty of practical tips. There will be time for a Q&A, so bring your questions, curiosity, and creative spirit!"

"Course Content, What You’ll Learn & Create

Introduction to Sustainable Festive Floristry

-Understanding eco-conscious wreath-making techniques-Exploring textures, scents, and natural elements that define winter floristry

Foraging & Seasonal Sourcing

-Selecting winter foliage, berries, seed heads, and branches-Tips for responsible foraging and sourcing materials ethically

Creating a Natural Winter Wreath

-Constructing a beautiful, foam-free wreath base using sustainable methods-Layering seasonal greenery, dried elements, and natural textures for depth and movement-Choosing a style—classic, wild, or minimalistic—while staying true to nature’s rhythm

❄️ Caring for & Reimagining Your Wreath

-Keeping your wreath fresh throughout the festive season-Tips for drying and repurposing materials for other seasonal decorations

By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a handcrafted, nature-inspired wreath, along with the confidence and knowledge to create more sustainable festive floral designs in the future.""Workshop Duration: Full Day (with a lunch break)

What to Bring:All materials will be provided, but please bring:✏️ A pen & notebook✂️ A pair of floristry scissors or secateurs String or twine A camera (if you’d like to document your work!) An apron (to stay mess-free)

What next?
Floristry mixed ability or improvers or perhaps gain a qualification or pursue a career in floristry. Abingdon and Witney College provide some accredited courses leading to possible careers or self-employment in floristry.
Entry criteria
"No previous knowledge or experience is necessary. All welcome.
Fee information
You will be required to purchase your own materials each week. Average weekly costs are in the range of £15 per week.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£57.60

19+ Reduced Fee:

£28.80

Learning & method assessment
You will learn through practical experimentation with tutor demonstration and 1:1 support. As this is a non-accredited course, informal methods of assessment will be used. To track your progress and achievement you will be required to complete a short document.