Flower Arranging - Living Vases: Designs Without 'Oasis' Foam - All Abilities

Course intent

You will learn how to arrange flowers and foliage without using ‘Oasis’. You will explore how to design different living vases, screens and structures using flowers and fresh foliage using a range of techniques used in designing foam-free flower arrangements. Enjoy the well-being benefits gained through working in a friendly, creative learning environment

What will we cover?

• Techniques used in designing foam-free flower arrangements

• The manipulation of foliage leaves for creative designs.
• Learn to construct a screen using biodegradable wire and moss.
• Design living vases with different mechanics.
• Learn flower names
• Tips on how to look after flowers to make them last longer
• Discover how to use colour, form and design
• Understand how to use tools and equipment safely
• Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values

There will be demonstrations, instruction, one-to-one tutorial guidance, group discussions and critiques.

To ensure that learners make good progress with their personal learning goals, the tutor will work with the learner on their Individual Learning Plan

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This course is suitable for beginners and improvers. No previous experience is necessary – just enthusiasm and a love of flowers.

As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

• flowers and foliage (to be advised)

• scissors
• bucket for flowers
• plastic sheet or cloth to work on
• Sharp knife, scissors or secateurs
• notebook and pen.
• You may wish to bring a camera to record your work.
• closed toe shoes (not sandals or flip flops) and bring an apron or wear old clothes.

A list of materials will be sent out prior to the start date as you will need to purchase or bring your own flowers, foliage and materials on the day.

What can I do when I finish the course?

Further short courses and weekly classes are available that cover a range of topics from seasonal specialities to wedding flowers and themed designs.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class. Surrey Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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