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Frequently Asked Questions

• What experience level do I need to take a floristry course?

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  Most floristry courses are designed for beginners and require no prior experience. Classes like the Beginners Guide to Floristry, Floristry Design Workshop, and Floral Basics courses are specifically created for those new to floristry. Teachers guide you through step-by-step techniques regardless of ability level. Some workshops, such as the 4-week courses with Azumi and Victoria Whitelaw, are explicitly open to everyone and suitable for all abilities.

• Are materials and flowers included in the cost of workshops?

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  Yes. Based on our course data, 100% of floristry workshops include all flowers and materials in the workshop fee. This includes fresh flowers, floral foam, wire, scissors, vases, and other supplies. For example, Francesca's Flowers workshops include all flowers, materials, tea, coffee, and cake. The Beginners Terrarium Workshop provides a glass vessel and all materials. You take your completed creations home with you.

• How long do typical floristry workshops last?

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  Workshop durations vary by class type. Most single workshops last 2-3 hours. For instance, Francesca's Flowers workshops run for 3 hours, while the Beginners Terrarium Workshop and Rainforest Terrarium workshops run 2-2.5 hours. Multi-week courses vary—the 4-week Ikebana and Floristry courses meet once weekly, while other Floral Basics courses offer options of either five 2-hour sessions or two 5-hour intensive days.

• Can I take floristry classes online or do they need to be in-person?

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  Most floristry courses are in-person workshops held at studios, though at least one option is available as an online format. The Preserved & Dried Arrangement Zoom Workshop is delivered via Zoom and includes a flower kit shipped to you Australia-wide, containing all necessary materials including preserved flowers, wire, floral foam, and a ceramic container.

• What types of floristry designs can I learn?

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  Our courses cover a wide range of floristry designs including hand-tied bouquets, garden bouquets, table arrangements, posies, wreaths (fresh and dried), bridal bouquets, tall vase arrangements, and seasonal displays. Specialized techniques include ikebana (Japanese floral art), kokedama (moss ball arrangements), and terrariums. Workshops also cover gift wrapping, bow design, and composition techniques used in professional floral design.

• Do instructors have professional floristry experience?

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  Yes. Instructors across our courses have substantial industry experience. Victoria Whitelaw has 35 years in the industry and previously owned multiple flower stores. Azumi is an expert florist with experience across Japan, Europe, and Australia. Jemina, who teaches multiple courses, has over 30 years of professional experience and is an Accredited Teacher and Qualified Florist. Several instructors have formal training credentials in floristry.