Françoise Weeks European Floral Design

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photo: Lauren Brooks

Starting with a fir bough wreath, you will create a rich arrangement that includes clusters of bright berries and fruits, dried seedpods, cones and succulents, holiday spices, woodland gleanings and exotic orchid blossoms.

 Monday, December 5  and Tuesday, December 6       6:30 – 9:00pm   $75

 Please call early to reserve your place!  The hands-on classes are limited to 8 students per class and are conducted at Françoise’s Studio – 2754 SE 33^rd Pl.  Prices include flowers, supplies, use of tools, and best of all, your creation goes home with you!  Receipt of your check (or payment with PayPal) for the full tuition secures your place in the class.  Deposits are generally non-refundable but exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Gift Certificates Available for All Classes

Thank you Lauren and Deyla for the great pictures!

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photos: Brandon Schmidt

Wedding 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 four students to ensure valuable individual attention.

Dates: Monday October 24, Tuesday October 25, Wednesday October 26

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 by October 10.

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

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Fiddleheads add unique texture to any design. Locally they are available early spring when the new ferns uncurl in the gardens; the dark brown ones are from Hawaii and are available year around.

photo: Ted Mishima

photo: Sara Gray

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Thank you Bridget and Ross of the Oregonian for the wonderful article and pictures in last Saturday's Home & Gardens of the Northwest.

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exquisite chartreuse nicotiana!

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The color scheme for the centerpieces at this party was inspired by the book cover of a newly published book.

Having a book published certainly begs for  a celebration!

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Come and join us for this fun class! Begin your recipe for a scrumptious design by mixing local produce, fruits and fragrant herbs with seasonal flowers, succulents and lush foliage. Celebrate summer’s bountiful harvest with eye-catching arrangements made in artichokes, eggplants, melons,…

Monday July 12                                                6:30-9:00 pm                 $75

Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829

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The hands-on classes are limited to 8 students per class and are conducted at Françoise’s Studio – 2754 SE 33^rd Place.  Prices include flowers, supplies, use of tools, and best of all, your creation goes home with you!  Receipt of  your check (or payment with Paypal) for the full tuition secures your place in the class.

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