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Frequently Asked Questions

• What materials are included in floristry courses?

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  Most floristry courses include all flowers, foliage, and design materials. Specific inclusions vary by course type: beginner bouquet workshops include seasonal blooms and vases to take home; preserved and dried flower courses provide wire, floral foam, and containers; terrarium workshops supply glass vessels, soil, plants, and decorative elements; and Christmas wreath workshops include dried flowers, floristry tape, wire, scissors, and wire cutters. Some courses like Francesca's Flowers workshops also include tea, coffee, and cake during the session.

• What is the typical duration of a floristry workshop?

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  Most floristry workshops run for 2-3 hours. Standard bouquet and design workshops at Francesca's Flowers are 3 hours long. Terrarium and kokedama workshops typically last 2-2.5 hours. Multi-week courses vary: the 4-week ikebana and beginner floristry courses with Azumi involve weekly sessions, while some providers offer 5-hour intensive sessions or two-day formats. Christmas wreath workshops generally run 2.5-3 hours.

• Do I need prior experience to enroll in a floristry course?

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  No. The majority of courses are explicitly designed for beginners with no prior experience required. Courses from instructors like Victoria Whitelaw, Jemina, and Azumi state they are suitable for 'all abilities' and those with 'a love of flowers.' The only requirement is interest in learning. Even 4-week structured courses like the Ikebana or Floristry for Beginners programs are open to complete beginners seeking either a career change or hobby skill.

• What can I expect to learn in a beginner floristry course?

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  Beginner floristry courses teach fundamental skills including flower care and conditioning, proper handling of floral knives and scissors, basic design principles such as composition and proportion, and hands-on techniques for creating specific arrangements. You will learn to make bouquets, posies, vases, table centerpieces, and wreaths depending on the course. Instructors with 30-35 years of industry experience guide you step-by-step through creating designs using seasonal blooms and foliage. All courses allow you to take your completed creations home.

• Are there specialized floristry courses beyond traditional flower arranging?

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  Yes. Specialized courses include ikebana (Japanese flower art), kokedama (moss ball bonsai), terrariums, succulent arrangements, preserved and dried flower design, and wedding bouquet creation. There are also courses focused on specific designs like Christmas wreaths, table centerpieces, and wall installations. Some courses combine multiple techniques—for example, the Tipsy Terrarium Kokedama workshop teaches both terrariums and kokedama, allowing participants to choose which to create.

• What is included in the pricing of floristry workshops?

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  Floristry workshop pricing includes all flowers, materials, containers, and design tools needed to complete your project and take it home. Many workshops also include refreshments: Francesca's Flowers workshops include tea, coffee, and cake; some include bubbles or champagne on arrival; the Rainforest Terrarium workshop includes organic wine and fairtrade tea with grazing food. The Flower Club subscription service includes flowers, vase, scissors, wires, and home baked biscuits delivered monthly. Group discounts are available—for example, the terrarium workshop offers $10 off when bringing a friend.