One Week Course – Core Floristry Skills
Step into the vibrant world of floristry with our Core Floristry Skills course—an immersive one-week experience designed to ignite your creativity and build a strong foundation in floral design. This dynamic course is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to explore a future in flowers, with no prior experience required.
Throughout the week, you’ll master essential floristry techniques including flower conditioning, hand-tied bouquets, vase arrangements, floral garlands, and wreath-making. You’ll also gain valuable insight into corporate floristry and plant care, rounding out your understanding of the floral industry.
A highlight of the course is an inspiring visit to New Covent Garden Flower Market, where you’ll witness the fast-paced world of flower buying and discover how our team selects the freshest seasonal blooms each day.
Led by our expert tutors, the course also explores the signature design philosophy of our founder—bringing together colour, texture, and natural form to help you develop your own elegant, contemporary floral style.
All fresh flowers, materials, and tools are provided, along with expert guidance every step of the way. Light refreshments are served daily, making your learning experience both enjoyable and enriching.
Whether you’re taking your first steps toward a floristry career or simply want to create beauty with flowers, this course offers an unforgettable start.
Booking closes three days prior to course start date.
Flower varieties and colours will vary depending on seasonal availability and are at the discretion of our florists.
Images are for indication only and are not representative of final product 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.
