10:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location
Conference Room (Higgins Education Wing)Inspired to try flower arranging for yourself? Learn from five of the experts responsible for the stunning Flora in Winter 2026 arrangements during this series of drop-in demonstrations and presentations.
10:30 am
Flower Arranging for Dummies, with Kim Cutler
Learn the basics: how to keep your flowers fresh (conditioning) and tricks to make stable, long-lasting arrangements (mechanics).
11:30 am
Decorative Wood and Sculpture in Floral Design, with Andrea Little
Discover how decorative wood and sculpture can be used to enhance the principles and elements of creative floral design.
12:30 pm
Art with Flowers, with Kathy Michie
Explore sources of inspiration and learn about the planning process for interpretive floral design.
1:30 pm
Sustainable Party Florals, with Marne Mailhot
Learn environmentally sustainable methods to collect flowers and create a tablescape design—including floral pinholders, chicken wire, and water tubes.
2:30 pm
Fun Wearable Florals, with Sally Jablonski
Dive into the world of artistic floral jewelry, including wristlets and necklaces made from fresh flowers, and learn how to make a fashion statement with a twist.
This event is part of Flora in Winter 2026.
