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The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design

Discover the craft of flower design and learn 10 different styles in this hands-on course from the American School of Flower Design. From American to European to bridal, you'll build the skills to create beautiful designs for your home or office. Join us and tap into your creativity with flowers.

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  • 452 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours over 2 sessions

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Class Description

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The introductory flower design course is an excellent opportunity to develop your floral design skills, covering approximately eight to ten distinct design styles and techniques. The curriculum progresses through American classical styles, European design traditions, and bridal applications. The course involves numerous hands-on projects, all completed during class sessions.

All work is completed with full instructor guidance and hands-on practice using premium flowers and professional containers provided as part of your tuition. The curriculum also includes comprehensive instruction on procuring flowers at wholesale market prices, allowing you to create beautiful arrangements independently. This introductory program is ideal for aspiring designers who love working with fresh flowers and want to create professional-quality arrangements. Whether you are interested in designing for personal enjoyment or establishing a small events business, this course provides the foundation you need.

Course Includes:

  • Two days of intensive design instruction with Michael
  • Approximately 8 different design styles and applications
  • All premium flowers and containers included (approximately $600 value)
  • Complimentary third day; participate in an end-of-week wholesale flower market tour. Wholesale buyer's pass included with tour participation.
  • Abundant flowers and extensive hands-on practice time
  • Professional knowledge to design arrangements for home display or small events, such as intimate weddings
  • Training in tabletop arrangements through bridal-scale designs
  • Receive a complimentary DIY design kit "Flower Crazy" (regular value $35)
  • Michael's instructional textbooks; discounted package pricing of 2 books for $50 (regular price $75). Textbook fee is due at class.
  • Ideal for those seeking beautiful floral displays for personal or professional spaces
  • Complimentary parking provided

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.

Reviews of Classes at American School of Flower Design (131)

(4.7-star rating across 131 reviews)

This class: 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews

  • The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design

    I can’t believe how easy Michael makes it! I can actually make an arrangement . I really enjoyed it
  • The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design

    Great value
  • The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design

  • The Collection: Introduction to Flower Design

    Interesting and fun class! It was mostly focused on bridal bouquets for the three day course and I wish it were more general arrangements but still very fun.
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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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