PRESERVED PUMPKIN // BESTSELLER // 10.17

Nothing says fall better than pumpkins! Learn the techniques to create one of our bestsellers for fall. Our preserved flower-topped pumpkins fly out of our stores every autumn because of their rustic beauty. In this class, we'll learn how to design with preserved flowers and pumpkins to create long lasting autumn decor. Students will leave with the knowledge of basic techniques for designing with preserved and live elements, helpful tips on working with seasonal materials, and how to work with unique textures. Oh, and did we mention the wine? Yeah… there’s gonna be wine.

Materials At this event, we will be working with all the preserved florals and goodies you can imagine. Autumn is one of the most beautiful, atmospheric times of the year. The bright shades of summer transition into muted tones of red, orange, and green. Preserved antique hydrangea, succulents, wheat, orange slices and autumn foliage will be featured. And of course… pumpkins!

Materials You’ll Use
• Preserved antique hydrangea
• Dried preserved mushrooms (dyed)
• Dried or preserved seasonal materials like wheat and autumn grasses
• Dried lotus pods
• Live novelty pumpkin

What You’ll Learn
• You will learn how to create a cohesive autumn color palette
• Apply preserved flowers to pumpkins
• How to select and design with preserved florals and materials