Core Wedding & Event Floristry – One-Week Course
Master the fundamentals of wedding and event floristry with our immersive one-week course in London. Designed for beginners and flower enthusiasts, this course introduces you to the essential techniques used by professional florists for weddings and special events.
Across five hands-on days, you’ll learn:
Designing bridal bouquets to suit different styles and tastes
Wiring for buttonholes, corsages, and flower crowns
Creating table arrangements, from classic low designs to striking tall centrepieces
Tablescaping, combining flowers, foliage, and props for a polished event look
Led by expert tutors, you’ll explore the signature Paul Thomas style—blending colour, texture, and natural form—while gaining the confidence to bring your floral visions to life. All flowers, materials, and tools are provided, and light refreshments are served daily.
By the end of the week, you’ll leave with practical skills, creative inspiration, and a solid foundation in wedding and event floristry.
Please note:
Booking closes five days before the course start date.
Flower varieties and colours depend on seasonal availability and are chosen at the discretion of our florists.
Images are for inspiration only and may not reflect final designs.
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Enjoy complimentary gift wrapping at checkout. London and nationwide delivery available across the United Kingdom.
Complimentary standard delivery on orders over £245.00.
Nationwide delivery £15.00.
London delivery £15.00.
Timed Same day London delivery (before noon) £20.00.
Substitutions
We source the freshest, highest quality flowers and foliage that each season has to offer. In the event that we are unable to source a particular ingredient due to seasonal availability, we will make appropriate substitutions of equal or higher value.
Flower Care
- Lift the bouquet out of the bag or box and carefully remove the paper wrap and hydration pack.
- Do not remove the string as this holds the handcrafted design together.
- Remove any leaves that would be below the waterline to keep the water clean and prolong the vase life.
- Cut the flower stems on an angle and split woody stems with scissors. Trim to the right length for your vase.
- Pour the flower food into your chosen vase and fill with freshly‐drawn, lukewarm water.
- Place the flowers in the vase ensuring the water is high enough to reach any shorter stems.
- Position the flowers away from direct sunlight, draughts, radiators or air conditioning.
- If these steps are followed, a mixed bouquet should last 5‐7 days. The flowers may last varying lengths of time, simply remove any dying flowers as the bouquet ages.
Orchid Plant Care
- Orchid plants should be kept in a well‐lit place but out of direct sunlight.
- Avoid draughts and extreme temperatures of below 12°c or above 25°c.
- Water/mist the roots and leaves regularly (approx. once a week) avoiding the flowers. The roots should remain moist but should not sit in water.
- Wipe any dust from the leaves as required to ensure light reaches the foliage.
- If this care guide is followed, orchid flowers should last for approx. 4 weeks. Once the plant has finished flowering, cut the flower stem back to the third node above the leaves. In time a new flower stem may appear.
Wreath & Garland Care
Our winter wreaths and garlands are handmade to order by our team of master florists. They remain fresh for approximately one to two weeks and dry beautifully.
- Mist with water regularly (front and back) to keep both the foliage and the base moist.
- Keep outside or in a cool place to maximise the lifespan.
Contact Us
For additional advice please contact Customer Care:
E. CONTACT@PAULTHOMASFLOWERS.CO.UK T. 020 7499 6889
If you have any problems with your delivery or if your flowers/plants have not arrived in the condition you would expect, please contact us on the day of arrival with a photo so we can rectify the issue.
Size Guide
We offer 5 sizes of bouquets:
S (small), M (medium), L (large), XL (extra large) and XXL (extra, extra large).
Our hand-tied bouquets are made to value rather than to a physical size specification. Flower prices vary from week to week so this method ensures the bouquets are always up to value.
Please see our guide below to help visualise the different sizes.