Weekend Floristry — Beginner Q2
Two-day hands-on weekend workshops across Sydney & Melbourne. Learn bouquet making, basic mechanics and seasonal styling with locally sourced blooms.
About this weekend course
Designed for absolute beginners: learn stem preparation, wiring techniques, balance and colour harmony over an intensive weekend. Small groups (max 12) ensure guided practice and individual feedback.
- Duration: Saturday & Sunday, 10:00–15:30 (with breaks)
- All materials included — seasonal blooms, tools, ribbon, eco-wrapping
- Certificate of completion & 10% discount on next workshop
What you'll learn
Floral mechanics
Learn structuring techniques to create long-lasting bouquets and arrangements.
Colour & balance
Principles of colour theory, scale and focal points for confident designs.
Sustainable wrapping
Eco-friendly finishing techniques and presentation for gifting and sale.
Meet your instructor — Elena Ravduni
Elena is a Sydney-based floral designer with 12+ years of studio and event experience. She focuses on seasonal, sustainable floristry and enjoys teaching new florists the craft.
Elena has worked on weddings, editorial shoots and runs community floristry programs. Her approach is practical, patient and focused on building core skills.
Typical weekend schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Intro, materials overview, safety briefing |
| 10:30 | Stem prep & mechanics demo |
| 12:15 | Guided practice — hand-tied bouquet |
| 13:30 | Lunch break |
| 14:00 | Finishing techniques & wrap |
| 15:00 | Q&A, photo time, certificate |
Pricing & locations
Standard ticket
AU$165 — includes materials, tea & coffee.
Group discounts available for 6+ participants.
Premium ticket
AU$210 — includes premium blooms and extended one-on-one time.
Gift vouchers available — contact us for corporate bookings.
FAQ
*** — the weekend beginner course is tailored to those with *** floristry background.
We use fresh flowers; please advise of severe allergies when booking. We can provide alternative stems where possible.
Guests are welcome if they are booked and paid. Limited walk-in capacity may apply.
Gallery — recent weekend classes
Locations & transport
Melbourne — Carlton studio
Apartment 4, 12 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC 3053
Sydney — Surry Hills studio
Studio address provided on booking confirmation. Near public transport and cafés.