Petals & Pumpkins Floral Workshop with the Joyful Florist

Learn seasonal floral design techniques as you create a rich autumn arrangement inspired by pumpkins and the colors of harvest. Overview Embrace the richness of the season with Petals & Pumpkins, a hands-on floral arranging workshop inspired by the warm colors, natural textures, and abundance of autumn. Led by Tiffany, owner of The Joyful Florist, this class will explore a traditional fall palette of warm oranges, golden yellows, rich reds, creams, deep greens, and other seasonal tones. You’ll learn how to bring these colors together in a design that feels balanced, dimensional, and beautifully suited to the season. Throughout the class, Tiffany will teach essential floral techniques including flower preparation, building structure, establishing focal points, balancing color, and layering blooms and greenery for texture and movement. Step-by-step guidance will help you understand not just where to place each element, but how the principles behind the design can be applied to future arrangements. You’ll leave with your completed autumn arrangement and practical floral design skills you can continue using at home. What to Expect This is a hands-on workshop with instruction and designing throughout the class. Tiffany will demonstrate each stage of the design process and provide step-by-step guidance as you build your arrangement from start to finish. You’ll work with a curated selection of fresh seasonal flowers, greenery, and textural elements selected to complement the Petals & Pumpkins theme and rich autumn palette. Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to check in and get settled. Instruction begins promptly at 11:30am. What You’ll Learn • Flower care, conditioning, and stem preparation • How to establish structure and shape • Techniques for balance, proportion, and movement • How to layer color and texture within a seasonal palette • How to select elements that work together cohesively • Practical techniques for creating arrangements at home What’s Included • 1.5-hour guided floral workshop with Tiffany of The Joyful Florist • All fresh flowers and greenery • All tools and materials needed during class • Step-by-step floral design instruction • A stylish take-home vase • Your completed seasonal arrangement Good to Know Skill Level: No experience is necessary. The workshop is designed for beginners while introducing techniques that flower enthusiasts can continue practicing at home. Arrival: Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before class. Instruction begins promptly at 11:30am. Parking: Free parking is available on-site at The Coastal Cupboard. Age: Guests of all ages are welcome.