Berries
At this time of the year there is an abundance of (green) blackberries and blueberries, viburnum berries and elderberries, hypericum berries and many others. Great textural treasures!
Botanical Couture Workshop on September 16, 17 & 18
photos: Elijah Park, Joni Shimabukuro, Ted Mishima
In this workshop on Botanical Couture you will learn the mechanics behind creating sumptuous designs that mimic objects in our everyday lives. Ornate botanical purses and shoes, headpieces and jewelry, will expand the way you think about flowers! Françoise shares the techniques she has honed in the creation of these beautifully-crafted floral designs. To stand alone as centerpieces or to be worn as an elegant fashion statement, these couture pieces delight and amuse.
This class offers practical, hands-on experience that will further develop your own skills and repertoire and increase your confidence to think outside the box. 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 September 16, Tuesday September 17 and Wednesday September 18
Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)
Where: At Françoise’s Studio
Cost: $1,100 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due September 2.
For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website
Woodland & Whimsical Bouquets
When Alison Bradley, the editor of Fusion Flowers magazine, contacted me earlier this year asking to submit images for the wedding issue, I was absolutely thrilled. Here are a couple of bouquets that are featured. A huge thank you to Joni Shimabukuro for coming to the studio to take these pictures.
Botanical Headpieces from Students
Last week Holly Chapple and I taught a workshop at her studio in Leesburg, VA. Everyone’s enthusiasm and creativity filled the room with amazing energy!
Feast your eyes on these fantastic botanical headpieces that everyone made!
Cynthia’s fascinator
Hands-on Class in the Studio: Magical Succulents!
Come and join us for this textural class!
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 June 10 6:30 – 9:00pm $75
Call to reserve your space @ 503-236-5829
https://francoiseweeks.com/classes
The hands-on classes are limited to 8 students per class and are conducted at Françoise’s Studio – 2754 SE 33rd 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.
