Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

photos: Evrim Icoz

Wedding/Event Workshops are intensive and inspiring, providing insights and techniques developed over many years of European floral design. Classes begin with a lecture and presentation, where your input and questions are welcomed.

After a demonstration of floral techniques and mechanics, you will design your own pieces. You will hone your artistic talents, and will be encouraged to listen to your intuition and further your own vision. Classes are limited to five students to ensure valuable individual attention.

Dates: Monday June 18, Tuesday June 19, Wednesday June 20

Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)

Where: At Françoise’s Studio

Cost: $900 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due June 4.

For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website

I have just returned home after taking Françoise’s 3 day class, and I can tell you that I am now full of ideas, motivated and even more passionate about floral design than before. — Karen Batman, San Mateo, CA

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: David Barss

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June 26, 2010

Venue: Jenkins Estate

Photographer: Mount Burns

Bakery: Crave Bake Shop

The theme of this fabulous wedding was Strawberry Moon and the couple was interested in a classic style. They were married on a perfect summer day at the beautiful Jenkins Estate.

Thank you Mount for the great pictures!

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August 14, 2010

Ceremony and Reception: Jenkins Estate

Wedding Coordinator: Blush

Photography: Honeysuckle Photography

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July 24, 2010

Venue: Ponzi Vineyards

Photographer:  Fotovitae

Cupcakes: Saint Cupcake

Much of the ceremony was based on Navajo customs and traditions as Nanibaa’ is a member of the Navajo Nation. Chairs were placed in a circle and in the center was an arrangement made on a large piece of bark.

The woodland theme was carried over for the centerpieces.

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A five day wedding workshop is scheduled April 26-30 from 9:30 am to 4:30 (one  hour lunch break)

This workshop is intensive and inspiring, providing insights and techniques developed over many years of European floral design. Classes begin with a lecture and presentation, where your input and questions are welcomed.

After a demonstration of floral techniques and mechanics, you will design your own pieces. You will hone your artistic talents, and will be encouraged to listen to your intuition and further your own vision. Classes are limited to four students to ensure valuable individual attention.

Topics: wedding design, reception flowers, ceremony flowers, personal flowers, outdoor weddings.

Cost: $1,495 for the whole series or $300/day

For information, please call: 503-236-5829 or email: francoise@francoiseweeks.com

Here are some examples of what you will learn:

Eric Cable

Jamie Bosworth

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Jamie Bosworth

Joni Shimabukuro

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Jamie Bosworth

Jamie Bosworth

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Flower garlands embellish gazebos, archways, chuppas and partial walls beautifully.

They are striking centerpieces for long tables ; you can also hang small garlands on the chairs  the Bride and the Groom!

Joni Shimabukuro

David Barss

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Joni Shimabukuro

Joni Shimabukuro

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July 25, 2009

Wedding Site: Abernethy Center

Photography: Shannon and Alec Varis with  Redcouch Photography

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