Botanical Workshop Classes

Get your hands dirty and learn something real about flowers

Learn From Someone Who Actually Knows This Stuff

I've been growing chrysanthemums and working with botanicals for over 15 years, and honestly, there's nothing I love more than showing people the tricks I've picked up. These workshops aren't gonna be some stuffy lecture - we're gonna get messy, laugh at our mistakes, and make something you'll actually be proud to take home.

Upcoming Workshops - November & December 2025

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Chrysanthemum 101

Nov 15, 2025

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

$85

Ever wondered why your mums always die? Let's fix that. We'll cover everything from soil pH to pinching techniques - plus you'll take home three starter plants that'll actually survive.

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Dried Flower Arrangements

Nov 22, 2025

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

$95

Dried flowers aren't just for your grandma's attic anymore. Learn which blooms dry best, how to preserve that perfect color, and create a statement piece that'll last for months. All materials included.

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Holiday Wreath Workshop

Nov 29, 2025

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

$110

Skip the boring store-bought wreaths this year. We'll work with fresh evergreens, dried berries, and some unexpected botanical elements to create something that'll make your neighbors jealous.

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Winter Centerpieces

Dec 6, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

$90

Got holiday dinners coming up? This evening session is perfect for making a centerpiece that'll wow your guests. We'll use seasonal blooms, candles, and natural elements - very low-key but impressive.

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Botanical Pressing & Framing

Dec 13, 2025

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

$100

There's something really meditative about pressed flowers. Learn the proper techniques to preserve blooms flat (no moldy disasters), then frame your work in a way that actually looks professional.

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Hand-Tied Bouquet Basics

Dec 20, 2025

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

$105

Ever tried to make a bouquet and ended up with a hot mess? Yeah, me too when I started. I'll teach you the spiral technique and color theory that'll make your arrangements look like you know what you're doing.

Meet Your Instructors

Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

Lead Instructor & Founder

I started Pyrethral Forge because I got tired of seeing the same boring arrangements everywhere. After spending years working at traditional florists and studying rare chrysanthemum varieties in Japan, I knew there was a better way to do this. Now I get to spend my days elbow-deep in soil and teaching folks who are just as obsessed with plants as I am. My specialty is making complicated techniques feel doable - 'cause honestly, if I can figure it out, anyone can.

Chrysanthemum Specialist 15+ Years Experience Dried Flower Expert
Marcus Webb

Marcus Webb

Botanical Design Instructor

I came to flowers through photography, actually - spent years shooting botanical gardens and got hooked on the structures and patterns. What I love about teaching is showing people how to see what's already there in a plant, rather than forcing it into some predetermined shape. My workshops tend to be pretty chill - we'll talk about color theory and design principles, but mostly I just want you to trust your instincts and have fun with it.

Seasonal Design Focus Color Theory Expert 8 Years Teaching
Emma Rodriguez

Emma Rodriguez

Preservation Techniques Specialist

Honestly, I'm kind of a plant nerd - I'll admit it. My background is in botany, but I got into floral preservation because I hated seeing beautiful arrangements just die after a week. There's so much you can do with drying, pressing, and preserving if you know the science behind it. I promise my classes aren't boring lectures though - we get hands-on pretty quick, and I'm always down to answer the weird technical questions nobody else wants to tackle.

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