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This three-week course in the lead up for Christmas will give you a different festive floral arrangement to take home each week.
Week one: Christmas vase arrangement and bouquet. You will learn how to make a Christmassy bouquet using a mix of foraged items, such as twigs, holly, and pinecones, and long stem flowers, such as roses, blooms, lisianthus, as well as accessories like spray glitter and snow. After creating your bouquet, you will learn how to transfer your arrangement to a vase to display in your home.
Week two: Door swag. You will create a gorgeous door swag ready to greet Christmas visitors and guests. You will learn methods to create a swag design while incorporating foraged items, long-lasting flowers, and tree decorations.
Week three: Setting your table. You will learn how to make a table arrangement, including a centrepiece and matching place settings, that will wow your dinner guests. This arrangement will use a variety of materials, including forage, flowers, dried fruits, tree decorations, and candles.
You will be taught by a tutor who has over 15 years’ experience in floristry and runs her own business – Hummingbird Creations in Hedge End. She is passionate about passing on her skills and promoting sustainable floristry that is accessible to all. Your tutor will be patient, passionate, and knowledgeable. The sessions will be informative, practical and fun, in a supportive and friendly group of likeminded adults. There is no formal assessment or exam. You will be taught through a mixture of presentation, discussion & practical tasks. A South Hampshire College Group certificate can be awarded on request following successful completion of the course.
A basic floristry toolbox will be required consisting of multipurpose floristry scissors, Sellotape and dispenser, a bucket, apron, and stapler. Some materials will be provided for your course. However, you will need to provide your own flowers each week. The approximate cost of this would be £10-£20 each week, but all additional costs and the amount spent is purely at the student’s discretion. Economy is always encouraged, and you are able to use a range of materials (fresh, artificial, preserved), as well as using flowers from your own garden or foraged materials if applicable. Some displays may be able to be deconstructed and the materials used the following week should you wish.
There are no formal entry requirements in respect of this course. This course is suitable for complete beginners or learners who have completed floristry courses previously and have some experience.
Get ready for Christmas by creating beautiful floral displays, guaranteed to wow guests at any festive party or family on Christmas Day. From a Christmas bouquet that makes a perfect gift, to a door swag ready to greet festive visitors, to a centre piece that will steal the show, this course will give you to chance to make your Christmas extra special. The course will also give you to opportunity to meet like-minded people who also want to learn new skills or kickstart a new hobby.
College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.
Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.
