Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

Come join us and learn how to make a stunning Autumnal Wreath on November 16th (there is only one space left) or November 17th.

Create an  eye-catching textural wreath , which will provide a classic welcome at the door – or a beautifully seasonal centerpiece. You’ll use materials which reflect the abundance of the Pacific Northwest landscape: rough bark, cushiony moss, lichen-encrusted twigs, bright berries, and small fruit from apple and pear trees.
Monday, November 16 or Tuesday, November 17    6:30 – 9:00pm    $75

http://www.francoiseweeks.com/classes/am-sched.html

Joni Shimabukuro took these lovely pictures.

A few years ago a bride requested  200 small succulent plants; she wanted to transplant them in small terra cotta pots – that she spray painted in silver and embellished with a narrow blue ribbon – and give them to the guests as favors. It was such a clever idea!

Until that time, I never had paid much attention to the incredible array of those textural 2″ plants. A grower in Yaquina Beach specializes in cacti and succulents and once a week he brings his treasures to the flower market. I never have had the pleasure to meet him, because he comes in the middle of the day and I always shop at the crack of dawn, when the flower selection is the most opulent.

I bought an exquisite selection for the favors and a couple of days later the bride came by to pick them up. In the meantime I stared endlessly at these miniature green sculptures and I knew that I would start to incorporate them whenever I could in centerpieces, bridal bouquets, corsages and boutonniers.

If this peeks your curiosity, come and join us next week for a FUN class!

It’s All About Texture: Succulent Arrangements
With their striking forms and subtle colors, succulents are valuable design elements in our gardens. They also offer an enticing range of texture in flower design. Discover how these luscious plants enhance your flower arrangements. Later, replant the succulents and enjoy them in your garden or containers!
Monday, November 9 or Tuesday, November 10    6:30 – 9:00pm    $75
http://www.francoiseweeks.com/classes/am-sched.html

Want ideas? Check out some enticing examples!

Joni Shimabukuro

Joni Shimabukuro

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Come join us and learn how to make stunning Woodland Arrangements on November 2nd or 3rd.
Be inspired by the botanical treasures of the Pacific Northwest! Begin this textural arrangement with lichen-covered branches and moss. Mix in seedpods and berries, miniature artichokes and eggplants, lush foliage, succulents, fragrant herbs and seasonal flowers. Gather ideas to express your creativity and learn to work with natural materials found in your own garden!
Monday, November 2 or Tuesday, November 3    6:30 – 9:00pm    $75

http://www.francoiseweeks.com/classes/am-sched.html

If you would like to schedule a private class with your friends, we can help you out. If your group is between 5 and 8 people, the organizer receives 50% off their registration price, and you can coordinate the time that works best for you and your friends. Call for more details @ 503-236-5829.

Want ideas? Check out some enticing examples!

David Barss

Joni Shimabukuro

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Come join us for a very fun class, BYOC (That’ Bring Your Own Container’) on Tuesday, October 27 from 6:30 to 9:00; there are still a few spaces available.

No need to buy a fancy crystal vase to hold this glorious arrangement. Instead, bring a vessel that you already have to class – a favorite bowl, dish, urn or candelabra – and learn how to create a work of floral artistry that is tailor-made for your own container with beautifully autumnal, highly textural foliage and flowers.

http://www.francoiseweeks.com/classes/am-sched.html

If you would like to schedule a private class with your friends, we can help you out. If your group is between 5 and 8 people, the organizer receives 50% off their registration price, and you can coordinate the time that works best for you and your friends. Call for more details(503-236-5829).

Want ideas? Check out some enticing examples!

Joni Shimabukuro

Any platter you have would be great!

Joni Shimabukuro

When  the wedding theme was about citrus fruits , the bride collected a variety of citrus reamers from eBay. So fun to decorate those!

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The new class schedule for the fall classes is up on my website.

http://www.francoiseweeks.com/classes/am-sched.html

You will learn how to utilize the bounty of the Willamette Valley, whether from backyard gardens,  the local farmer’s market or the grocery. Classes emphasize readily-available materials and common household items to create one-of-a-kind arrangement that are an expression of your unlimited creativity and ingenuity. These classes will change the way you look at your own garden, our abundant landscape and the world around you. Please call early to reserve your place!(503-236-5829).

The hands-on classes are limited to 8 students per class and are conducted at my studio – 2754 SE 33rd Place, Portland, OR 97202. Prices include flowers, supplies, use of tools, and best of all, your creation goes home with you! Receipt of your payment by check or Paypal for the full tuition secures your place in the class.

If you are thinking of bringing together a group to take one of our classes, we can help you out. If your group is between 5 and 8 people, the organizer receives 50% off their registration price, and you can coordinate the time that works best for you and your friends. Call for more details.(503-236-5829)

Here are some examples of what you will learn:

BYOC (That’s Bring Your Own Container)

Joni Shimabukuro

How about a citrus reamer?

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