Workshops
Create, Craft and Connect with an El the Florist Workshop
Upcoming Floral Workshops
Dive into the world of floristry with our hands-on floral workshops. Whether you're a flower enthusiast or just starting your love affair with all things floral, El the Florist offers a unique experience . All our workshops are taking place at Buds and Greens Flower Company, on their beautiful flower farm based in Orlingbury, Northamptonshire.
When clicking 'Book Now' you will be re directed to their booking page, which displays the dates and times of each workshop.
Pick Your Own Flowers
Vase Arrangement
£50
Join us at Buds and Greens flower farm for a session of floral fun.
In this engaging 2-hour workshop, you'll learn the art of designing a stunning vase arrangement. Begin with a discussion on key design elements, then venture into our flower farm to handpick your focal flowers. Combine your fresh picks with pre-cut blooms and foliage to create a beautiful arrangement that you can take home and enjoy.
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Dates available in July/August/September
Autumnal Wreath Workshop
£50
Wreaths are not just for Christmas!
Join our immersive 2-hour workshop to craft a stunning fresh wreath using vibrant seasonal flowers and lush foliage. Unleash your creativity and leave with a one-of-a-kind design that will beautifully adorn your front door throughout the changing seasons.
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Sunday 13th October
Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop
£50
A creative afternoon with dried flowers
During this 2-hour workshop you'll craft a stunning, long-lasting arrangement using gorgeous dried flowers. We will explore the use of textures, shapes, colours and position of materials to make your design truly unique. We’ll also delve into flower drying techniques and display ideas, ensuring your creation shines beautifully in your home.
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Saturday 16th November
DIY Wedding Workshop
£75
Bouquets, Button Holes and Bud Vases
Would you like to have some fun with beautiful seasonal British wedding flowers? Join us for this engaging 3-hour session where we'll explore the art of creating wedding flowers.
Discover the secrets of creating stunning wedding arrangements as we explore styling, themes, and current trends. You'll get hands-on experience crafting a bouquet, a buttonhole, and charming bud vase arrangements, ensuring you leave with both knowledge and beautiful creations.
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Saturday 24th August
Floral Table Scaping
£50
Create unforgettable table arrangements with British blooms.
If you love hosting, this course is perfect for you. In this hands-on 2-hour workshop, discover how to transform your dining table with stunning British blooms. Learn to create breathtaking table decorations and accessories, experimenting with designs, colours, textures, and heights to craft a tablescape that will captivate your guests.
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Thursday 19th September
Christmas Workshops
Join us this Christmas for wreath making workshops and more!
Christmas Wreath Making
£50
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Various dates and times in November/December
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Private workshops also available, please contact for details/pricing
Christmas Table Design
Create your own centrepiece
£50
Create a fresh floral centrepiece to adorn your Christmas table.
During the 2 hour workshop you will create an amazing festive centrepiece that you will be proud to display on Christmas day. We will use sustainable mechanics to create a base for your centrepiece, before using seasonal foliage and flowers to bring your unique design to life.
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Thursday 19th December
All Workshops include
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Expert Guidance
Learn directly from a florist, with a passion for sharing her craft.
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Quality Materials
We provide fresh, sustainable materials ensuring your arrangement is not only beautiful but also long-lasting.
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Take Home Your Creation
At the end of the session, your handcrafted design is yours to keep. Display it proudly!
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Interactive Session
Our workshops are designed to be engaging, allowing participants to ask questions, get feedback, and interact with fellow enthusiasts.
Our Customers
See the latest google reviews from our customers
"We have used Ellie many times for Christmas wreaths, birthdays, anniversaries and family funerals. I can’t recommend her enough for the quality of her service and how beautiful her bouquets, wreaths and funeral displays are. Would highly recommend!xx"
"The most beautiful wreath…stayed fresh for over 2 months! Will be using El for all my flower needs! Thank you x"
"My second time at the wreath making workshop. EL showed us how to make the wreaths and then we let our creativity go wild. Was an amazing experience and can’t believe we made a beautiful wreath 😍 Looking forward to the next one. Thank you El!"