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2010 Floral Classes

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2010 Floral Classes

Orchard Blossoms Bouquet Class - Wednesday, May 12th, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
A fresh look at flowers. In this one hour workshop learn how to use blossoming spring branches in abundant arrangements. Learn the tricks of gathering from your garden successfully. Blend heritage and style creating your own fragrant springtime bouquet.

Lilac Nosegay Class - Wednesday, May 19th, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Learn the secrets of lilacs as cut flowers. Assemble and take home your own fragrant, charming lilac bouquet.

Peonies and Old Roses Summer Bouquet Workshop - Tuesday, June 15th, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Soft, elegant and timeless... Soothing to both eye and spirit the June gifts of peonies and roses sing a song of grace. Filled with the scent of early summer these bouquets will perfume your home and bring a smile of peace. We will share our knowledge about the design and care of early summer bouquets. Fill a vase!

Summer Wreath Workshop - Thursday, June 17th, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Bright, classic and classy. Brilliant blooms carefully grown and harvested in our gardens and preserved for summer long cheer. Refreshing and all natural. A gift of the earth.

Lavender and Herbs Wreath Class - Wednesday, June 23rd, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
The soft fragrance and delicate colors of lavender and summer herbs.

Sunflower Wreath Class - Wednesday, August 18th, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Happy sunflowers stripe our fields with golden hue in late summer. This wreath will glow with the warm color of the season carefully preserved to keep.

Butterfly Garden Wreath Class - Wednesday, August 25th, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m
Carefully tucked away are our neat, real, preserved butterflies. This posy wreath will include the season's brightest colors, and will be graced by the delicate wings of our elegant garden visitors. Really unique and special!

Autumn Renaissance Bouquet - Tuesday, September 14th, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Gardens are at their zenith of color just before that first cool breeze closes the growing season for another year. September abundance is in the air. In this class we will demonstrate how to assemble a glorious array of floral gifts reflecting the age old visual celebrations of garden. Fill your home with the scent and with September's wonder.

Autumn Harvest Wreath - Wednesday, September 15th, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
A celebration of the symbols of fall. This wreath will grace your home with the natural gift of American autumn in all it's glory.

Hydrangea Wreath Class - Wednesday, September 22nd, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m. AND Thursday, September 24th, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
The blush of fall hydrangeas dried to perfection....A wreath of these pillowy blooms will grace any mantle, table or doorway.

Autumn Berries Wreath Class - Wednesday, October 27th, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Fall displays for us so proudly its yield of fruits, and all its hips and berries gathered together are stunning.

Thanksgiving Centerpiece Class - Wednesday, November 17th, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Thanksgiving is the season of bounty. The harvest symbols of Thanksgiving mean so much to us as Americans. This centerpiece will use the rich gatherings of autumn - bittersweet and rose hips, boxwood and apples, fall foliage or gourds or a tiny pumpkin or two - all with a dash of fall fresh roses. Rich and lovely.

Williamsburg Wreath Workshop - Thursday, December 2nd, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m. AND Saturday, December 4th, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
A rich tapestry of traditional forest greens twined with berries, natural preserved flowers, tiny fruits, nuts and winter berries. Exquisite and classical. Will last through the holiday season. Great for a centerpiece as well.

Holiday Decorating and Symposium Workshop - Friday, December 3rd, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Boughs fresh from our forests. Winter cones from pine and spruce and fir. Boxwood and cedar. Bright red winterberry and blue berry juniper. Little lady apples, a bit of citrus, a winter rose. Let the holidays envelope you as we create before you the spirit of the season. Learn the secrets of Christmas garlands and mantelpieces and take home the fresh supplies to fill your home warmth.