Working in Collaboration with Penny Blossoms Floral Artistry
Flower Arranging Courses (Floristry courses)
Flowers Are For Everyone
We have created a range of flower arranging course and floristry courses for everyone in any sector seeking a creative activity to improve their minds and wellbeing.
The one day courses are recreational activities. The 5 day course is aimed at those who are seriously seeking a career in floristry.
We are also delighted to launch bespoke courses designed to improve mental health and specific courses dedicated to men only.
Our style of teaching is informative, friendly and fun. We believe in sharing our passion for flowers with everyone. There will be hands-on practice to help the attendees discover their own style and make each floral design look effortless.
Who is it suitable for?
The courses are widely suitable for anyone:
- with a creative flair and likes working with their hands
- interested in using flowers as a medium to improve one’s mental health
- preferring face to face / hands on guidance rather than online learning
- looking to develop a career in floristry but don’t know where to start
- looking to improve their basic skills and build confidence to apply for jobs
- wanting to change career and work in a shop or start their own business
If you are interested in these courses please feel free to contact us on 029 21 156 603 or email Info@CareerChangeWales.co.uk
Flower Arranging Course (Floristry courses), PROFESSIONAL FLORISTRY (5-day course)
Floristry is an exciting and varied career that will keep you on your toes. It is a lot more than just playing with flowers. Getting the right technical knowledge is essential as it is the foundation for other opportunities within the flower industry. You could be running your own business, freelance for other florists, choose to specialise in events, funerals, floral art or go on to manage the retail/wholesale side of the industry.
The one-week intensive training course covers the fundamental techniques and knowledge required to be a florist. We help you find your creative style and build your confidence to become the florist you want to be.
Each day covers theory as well as practical aspects. This is the perfect platform to ask lots of floristry questions to set your mind at ease.
There are no practical assessments. Attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance on full completion of the course.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- complete beginners who want to work in the floral industry
- anyone with basic knowledge of flowers and want a crash course in floristry training
- anyone with basic knowledge of flowers who want to start their own business
- anyone embarking on a career change
- those who have attended the Floristry: Release Your Inner Florist course
Part 1 – Course Content
This course will cover the following:
- Flower buying, sourcing and costing
- Conditioning and care
- The common and botanical names of frequently used flowers and foliage
- An introduction to the elements and principles of design
- An introduction to Colour Theory
- Master the art of spiralling
- Create gift and wedding bouquets
- Know the various flower arrangement shapes
- Create table centrepieces using floral foam and non-foam alternative
- Wiring and taping techniques
- Create a flower crown, buttonhole and corsage
- Aftercare tips and advice to prolong the life of the flowers
- Social media and marketing
Part 2 – Course Outcome
- Ability to recognise common florist jargon, flower names and foliage
- Know the conditioning methods for various flowers
- Ability to create a simple handtied bouquet
- Ability to create a table centrepiece
- Ability to wire a buttonhole and corsage for any event
- Knowing what to do when flowers under perform
- Knowledge of marketing and gaining clients via social media
Course Format
The flower arranging course includes all the fresh materials, sundries and refreshments.
Guidance is given throughout the course.
Attendees take home the arrangements they create each day.
Note:
Maximum 4 attendees so everyone gets the tutor’s attention.
Flower Arranging Course – FLORAL MINDFULNESS (1 day course)
We live in a demanding world that brings many challenges and daily stress. Sometimes it can be really hard for your brain to switch off. We forget that the brain is a muscle that needs a break every now and then in order to function properly. Doing something creative is a good way for the brain to unwind and recharge.
Floral mindfulness (floristry courses) is about taking the time to surround and immerse yourself in something beautiful from nature. Relive the simple things like smelling and touching flowers. Then explore your creative side by making something tangible with your hands.
This creative activity is known to lower your stress levels and the bonus is your creation can last for at least 5 days or longer with the right care.
Time to step away from your desk and give yourself and your brain the much needed down time to embrace floral mindfulness.
Who Should Attend?
- key workers suffering from post-pandemic stress who are seeking help to manage their wellbeing and mental health issues
- anyone suffering from long term COVID symptoms especially problems with memory and concentration (brain fog), difficulty sleeping (insomnia) and loss of confidence to deal with everyday tasks
- anyone suffering from mental health issues who is considering alternative therapy to prescribed medication
- anyone who has been advised by the doctor or consultant to reduce and manage their cortisone levels
- employers who value the wellbeing of their staff and want to promote mindfulness as an ongoing staff initiative
Course Content – One Day Course
This course will cover the following:
- Floriography – the secret language of flowers
- Mindful appreciation of flowers
- Mindful exercise by engaging the senses
- Buying flowers for yourself
- Conditioning and care
- Preparing the flowers and foliage
- Create a hand tied bouquet
- Aftercare tips and advice to prolong the life of the flowers
Course Content – Two Day Course
This course will cover the following:
- Floriography – the secret language of flowers
- Mindful appreciation for flowers
- Mindful exercise to engage the senses
- Mindful activity to create a Gratitude Flower
- Buying flowers for yourself
- Conditioning and care
- Preparing the flowers and foliage
- Create a hand tied bouquet
- Group activity to create a tablescape using everyday containers
- Aftercare tips and advice to prolong the life of the flowers
Course Outcome
- Appreciation for flowers and its connection to the natural world
- Stress, anxiety and depression levels are reduced or managed
- Regain confidence and ability to cope with life’s ups and downs
- Improves sleep quality and feel more energised about life
- Increases the feeling of happiness, joy and contentment for what we have
- Increase awareness for empathy and showing kindness to others
- Start being kinder to ourselves
- A better knowledge of buying quality flowers
- Ability to create simple arrangements for home and as gifts
- Knowing what to do when flowers under perform
Course Format
- The course includes all the fresh materials, sundries and refreshments.
- Attendees are required to bring a notepad and pen/pencil.
- Attendees take home the arrangements they create.
- Attendees are required to bring a notepad, pen/pencil, colour pens/pencils or highlighter pens, glue stick and scissors. (Two Day Course)
- Attendees are encouraged to bring 3 thoroughly cleaned jam/pickle/sauce jars. (Two Day Course)
- Attendees take home the Gratitude Flower and arrangements they create. (Two Day Course)
Note:
Maximum 8 attendees so everyone gets the tutor’s attention.
If you are interested in these courses please feel free to contact us on 029 21 156 603 or email Info@CareerChangeWales.co.uk
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