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Frequently Asked Questions

• What experience level do floristry courses require?

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  Most floristry courses are designed for beginners with no prior experience necessary. Multiple workshops explicitly state they are 'suitable for beginners' and 'open to everyone and suitable for all abilities.' Instructors guide participants through techniques step-by-step, with some courses like the 4-week beginner floristry course with Azumi and the Flower Basics Course in Collingwood specifically structured for those without prior experience.

• Are materials and flowers included in floristry workshops?

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  Yes. Data shows that across workshops, 'all flowers and materials are included.' For example, Francesca's Flowers workshops include 'all flowers, materials, tea, coffee, cake, fun and laughter.' The Flower Basics Course in Collingwood includes 'all flowers and equipment,' and participants take their creations home. The Preserved & Dried Arrangement Zoom Workshop includes a kit shipped Australia-wide with preserved flowers, wire, floral foam, and a ceramic container.

• What qualifications do the floristry instructors have?

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  Instructors bring substantial industry experience. Jemina is an Accredited Teacher and Qualified Florist with over 35 years of industry experience. Victoria Whitelaw has 35 years in the floristry industry and owns the Victoria Whitelaw School of Flowers in Richmond. Azumi is an expert florist who has worked across Japan, Europe, and Australia. For Japanese techniques, instructors like Azumi bring over 30 years of experience in ikebana and kokedama.

• How long do typical floristry workshops run?

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  Workshop durations vary by course type. Most single workshops are 2-3 hours in length. For example, Francesca's Flowers workshops run for 3 hours, and the Real Botanical Christmas Wreath Workshop runs for 2.5 to 3 hours. Multi-week courses range from 4-week programs to 3-week block series, with options for either 2-hour weekly classes or 5-hour intensive days.

• What types of floral designs can I learn in beginner courses?

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  Beginner courses cover a range of designs including hand-tied bouquets, table arrangements, posies, tall vase arrangements, wreaths, and seasonal bouquets. The 4-week Floristry for Beginners course with Azumi teaches garden bouquets, flower headpieces, and buttonholes. Courses also cover dried and preserved flower arrangements, and alternative designs like kokedama and terrariums. All designs emphasize basic elements including composition, flower choice, balance, and proportion.

• Can I take floristry courses online or remotely?

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  Yes. The Preserved & Dried Arrangement Zoom Workshop is offered as an online class with materials shipped Australia-wide. Participants receive a flower kit including preserved and dried flowers, wire, floral foam, and a ceramic container, then join a live Zoom session to complete the arrangement. Francesca's Flower Club delivers seasonal flowers and materials to your door monthly with guidance via live Facebook video that can also be emailed for convenient viewing.