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The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design

American School of Flower Design
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Dive into floral design and explore ten distinct arrangement styles in this hands-on course at the celebrated American School of Flower Design. You'll work through American, European, and bridal aesthetics while learning how to source flowers from the wholesale market and build confident, polished designs.

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  • 18 and older
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  • 1313 W 20th St, Houston, TX
  • 7 hours over 2 sessions
The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design
The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design

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The introductory flower design course is an excellent way to expand your technical skills and knowledge in the world of floral design, covering approximately eight to ten different design styles and approaches. The curriculum progresses from classic American design through contemporary European techniques to bridal arrangements. The entire course consists of numerous hands-on design projects, all completed during class sessions.

This course emphasizes hands-on learning, with all flowers and containers included as part of your instruction at no additional charge. You will also study the fundamentals of purchasing flowers at wholesale market rates, a valuable skill for both hobbyists and professionals. This introductory-level course is perfect for students who wish to select flowers from local retail stores or harvest them from their own gardens and arrange them into stunning, professional-quality designs. If you love flowers and want to develop strong design skills, this course is ideal for you.

Complete Course Contents:

  • Two days of comprehensive design instruction led by Michael
  • Approximately eight different floral design styles are taught through hands-on application
  • All flowers and containers included, totaling a $600 value
  • Complimentary third-day flower market tour at the end of the week, including a wholesale shopping pass for independent purchasing and exploration
  • Extensive hands-on design practice with abundant premium flowers and materials
  • Practical knowledge to design beautiful arrangements suitable for weddings and special occasions
  • Comprehensive instruction in both tabletop and bridal design approaches
  • Free DIY design kit "Flower Crazy," valued at $35
  • Michael's instructional textbooks are available at a special discounted rate of two books for $50 (regular retail price $75). Textbook payment is made directly at the school.
  • Perfect for those wanting to create gorgeous floral displays for their office or home environment
  • Complimentary parking throughout the course duration

Refund Policy

In-person Workshop Classes

  • Refund policy – refunds less a 5% nonrefundable registration fee for deposits are given within 10 days after registration.
  • If you cannot make your chosen date, your registration does not expire and it may be used at a future class date.
  • If you wish to transfer from the original date a $60 transfer fee will be added to any enrollment of a future class.

The Ultimate Online Floral Class

  • Due to potential copyright infringement, there are no refunds on the Ultimate Online Flower Design Class.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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American Floral Design Schools offers intensive floral programs taught by world-renowned floral designer Michael Gaffney. With courses in various styles of design, students gain the knowledge and skills to create beautiful flower arrangements for any occasion.

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