1:1 Eco Floristry Training from my studio in Ampthill, Bedfordshire
Friendly, no-nonsense, practical advice and tips, tailored to your business needs
Learn sustainable floristry methods, and continue with confidence, in your business
Continual learning is something I feel very passionately about. Why? Because I’ve been there! On both sides of the table – as a teacher, and as an Adult Learner.
The Industry has changed. Our practice must change – and the move from rigid rules and structures, to a more fluid, intuitive, creative and natural approach to design is going hand-in-hand with the move away from traditional floral foam.
For creative design, making somebody feel comfortable is the first challenge – we all feel quite vulnerable and open to criticism when facing a new challenge, updating skills, or learning a new process. I feel very strongly that the best way to learn is in a non-judgemental, friendly, non-critical but open and honest environment.
If I show you the mistakes I made, if I explain the challenges I faced, and share the tips, tricks, skills and yes… sometimes… shortcuts, to create successful floral designs for paying clients and to run a successful floral business, then I can build your trust and create an environment where you will be able to take on board the most, and get the most from our sessions together.
“Sharing my experience of eco-friendly, foam-free floristry techniques in a welcoming way, without pressure or judgement!”
Who can benefit from 1:1 training sessions?
We can tailor the sessions to suit your individual needs, no matter what level of previous floristry training or experience you may have. That’s the beauty of 1:1!
It may be that you have:
several years of floristry experience, but have always used floral foam, and want to know how to ditch it!
some limited experience and training, but are just starting out and want to build a foam-free business
completed a ‘traditional’ mainstream training course and were frustrated by old fashioned/outmoded methods
tried some foam-free methods, but don’t have the confidence to use them for weddings, or you want to enhance your skills.
enjoyed some basic workshops and are considering a career change into the world of floristry!
Whatever the reason, you can take the 1st step to your new outlook on floristry, with me here, in a non-judgemental, open and friendly environment. I’ll share my tips and tricks and guide you through what I’ve learnt!
Sharing all my tips and advice on Foam-free Floristry Methods
This is not a floristry school and we certainly don’t follow all of the traditional ‘textbook rules’. This is not an Instagram-worthy top-end studio environment eitherhere is no photoshoot or professional portfolio to leave here with. Sorry!
This is me, in my working, practical studio (at home, in my garden) sharing my sustainable, foam-free methods and natural, creative approach to design…with you.
Come and join me. I promise we will have a fun day, and you will come away feeling much more confident and ready to push your floral design skills forward to another level, whatever your starting point.
How to form your 1-1 floristry training session
The beauty of 1:1 sessions is that they can be tailored to suit you. Most courses or workshop days will have a set schedule and cover set modules, that may or may not be entirely relevant to your needs. Not only that, you will have to share materials, and will often work together with others to create the designs in a group session. This is great for social reasons, but not always great for your business!
Working to your strengths and instilling confidence
Your time is valuable, and so is mine, so I like to tailor all florist sessions to individuals. What are you struggling with most? What are your main concerns? Do you have a slight confidence blip in one particular area? (we have all had those! Don’t worry!). I’ll ask for your input on enquiry, and we’ll cover what we can. I have a background in teaching and like to instil confidence and work to your strengths and help you overcome any fears.
“I couldn’t find anywhere that would give me enough information, and the confidence to use (eco) techniques - until I found Ali at Rambling Stems! It was so good to work alongside her. I cannot wait to implement what I learnt. Thank you Ali!”
Eco Floristry Training sessions to suit your needs, and fit in with your busy schedule
For your investment; choose from the options below:
Half-day session: 10-1pm or 1pm-4pm
1-2 units, plus business logistics chat
£250
1-day session: 10-4pm 3-4 units, plus business logistics chat
£400 (saving £100)
2-day session: 10-4pm
2 consecutive days and as many units as we can muster!
£700 (saving £100)
A ‘unit’ is a topic/subject or design item. It’s a little hard to quantify here, as it is individual to your needs, and depends on the size of the topic – but it may be a topic such as ‘hand-tied bouquets’ or ‘compote bowl arrangement’ and is something that I feel we could reasonably cover, in enough depth, in the amount of time. I will always be generous with my experience, any tips and advice and we can chat business experience too. You may want to cover one topic in depth or do 2 topics more quickly. We’ll plan for your needs.
I’ll provide a great selection of florals to work with, we will work seasonally, and I will source our blooms from local flower farms, as much as possible, with the addition of some imported (Dutch) flowers if and where necessary.
What’s a unit?
