A Nature Inspired Christmas
Celebrate the festive season with a selection of beautifully seasonal home decor and bespoke experiences. All my designs use an abundance of textural foliages, natural embellishments and premium ribbons. I do not use chemically dyed materials or plastic accents.
The Wreaths
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Willow Wreaths
My signature willow wreaths are moss and wire free designs. Created with a beautiful selection of materials they are totally compostable. Each base is handwoven using organically grown willow, which can be reused for another seasonal wreath, or bound to bamboo canes and used as a plant support in the garden. Finished with hessian ribbon, these are lighter-weight designs best suited to an enclosed porch or covered entrance.
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Moss-Based Wreaths
My luxurious moss-based wreaths use moss and materials in generous quantities to ensure they are substantial, weighty and suited to an exposed placement. Featuring a beautiful textural selection of foliages and natural embellishments; they burst with interest, drama and complexity. Adorned with sumptuous silk velvet ribbon, they are a bold but elegant statement. The most fabulous of wreaths, for the most fabulous of doors.
Private Wreath Workshops
In Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & London
Now is the time to book a private wreath workshop at home. Enjoy a creative few hours with close friends designing your own beautiful wreath. Each session is relaxed, informal and lots of fun. You supply the venue and fizz, I supply everything else! The perfect way to kickstart your festive season
A selection of weekday morning, afternoon and evening dates are available from late November until mid-December. Very limited weekend availability.
Bespoke workshop experiences for business clients also available.
Get in touch for a personalised quotation.
Some Wreath Workshop FAQs
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All fresh materials and sundries such as the wreath frame, wire/twine and ribbons are included. Please bring your own secateurs, although I do always have a few spares with me. You may also wish to bring an apron to protect your clothing, and gardening gloves if you have sensitive skin.
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The minimum number of participants for a private wreath workshop is five, with a preferred maximum of eight. For business customers the overall maximum is very much dictated by your venue, and I am happy to quote for groups of up to twenty participants in one session.
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Wreath making requires a decent allocation of space per person in order to comfortably work on the design, have all the materials close by, and not be nudging elbows with fellow participants. Ideally, the allocated space per person would be about half of a standard rectangular six seater dining table. Moss wreaths take up more space than willow.
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In some respects, yes. Moss-based wreaths involve binding damp moss onto a wire frame with reel wire, which leads to a temporary staining of the hands and fingernails. It can also cause fatigue in the wrists and upper body. Moss wreaths tend to be created whilst standing, which may lead to some straining of the back.
Willow wreaths are more gentle on the hands due to the lack of damp moss and wire. They are also easier to create whilst seated.
Both designs utilise sap and needle laden materials, such as Cypress, Juniper and Pine, which can irritate the skin and leave sticky marks on surfaces and clothing. I recommend wearing gloves if your hands are particularly sensitive, and I always bring an exfoliating hand wash for everyone to use after their creative session.
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The wreath workshops I offer are adult only experiences. Participants must be over the age of eighteen for insurance reasons.
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Each workshop is priced individually and based upon on the number of participants, type of wreath chosen, and your location. Willow wreaths require less materials than moss. I price to ensure an abundant selection of materials irrespective of seasonal fluctuations. Being meagre is not in my nature! As a guide, a private willow wreath workshop for five participants within five miles of my location would be around £85.00 per person.
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Your date is secured by a deposit of £50.00 which shall be deducted from your final invoice total. The final payment is required in full four weeks before your workshop. Payment is taken via bank transfer. All payments are considered final. I cannot offer refunds if you cancel your event, but it may be possible to move your event to another day and/or time within the same week. If I need to cancel for any reason you shall be refunded in full.
The online wreath shop will open from mid November
Bespoke Home Decoration
In Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & London
If you have a grand vision but lack the time, why not enquire about my bespoke home decoration services? I can create beautiful seasonal designs for your hallway, reception areas, mantles and more.
Get in touch for a bespoke quotation.
Upcoming Festive Events
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The Ideal Home Show - Christmas
Friday 29th November - London Olympia
I shall be demonstrating Christmas wreath making at this years Ideal Home Show. The show runs from 27th November till 1st December. Click the link below to purchase tickets in advance at a discounted rate.
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Willow Wreath Workshop At Alitex
Friday 6th December - 2:00pm to 4:30pm - Torberry Farm, South Harting GU31 5RG - £65.00 per person *SOLD OUT*
Learn how to create your own festive willow wreath at the Alitex showroom near Petersfield, using beautiful winter foliages and natural embellishments.