A Day in the Dahlia Fields
Let yourself be carried into a world of color, scent, and artistry. A Day in the Dahlia Fields is not just a workshop. We would like to invite you to step away from the rush of everyday life and into a space of beauty, creativity, and connection.
AN INVITATION TO BE CREATIVE TOGETHER
Let yourself be carried into a world of color, scent, and artistry. A Day in the Dahlia Fields is not just a workshop. We would like to invite you to step away from the rush of everyday life and into a space of beauty, creativity, and connection.
Surrounded by thousands of dahlias at their summer peak, you will spend the day crafting, harvesting, arranging, and sharing. This experience is designed to nourish your hands, heart, and spirit.
What You Will Experience:
Crepe Paper Dahlia Workshop
With Quynh Nguyen of Pink and Posey, you will shape delicate crepe paper into a lifelike dahlia, learning tips, and techniques to bring paper to bloom. You will leave with a beautiful handmade flower and the confidence to keep creating at home.
Fresh Dahlia Harvest and Arrangement
Step into the fields with Anne Long of The Dahlia House to harvest vibrant, fresh dahlias. Anne will guide you in creating a lush, natural arrangement that brings the beauty of the garden indoors.
Seasonal Dinner at Golden Hour
As evening settles over the flower fields, gather for a delicious seasonal dinner prepared by local chefs.
What to expect at this workshop :
Growing and Understanding Dahlias with Anne
With over twenty years of experience as a flower farmer, Anne Long of The Dahlia House will guide you through the magic of the Dahlia fields. You will learn how to harvest dahlias at their perfect moment, discover the best techniques for selecting and cutting blooms, and gain insight into the life cycle of these remarkable flowers. Anne will share her personal tips on how to design a lush, natural arrangement, focusing on color, shape, and movement. You will leave with a beautiful arrangement you crafted yourself and the confidence to bring garden flowers into your home with grace and ease.
Creating Paper Dahlias with Quynh
Quynh Nguyen, the artist behind Pink and Posey and author of The New Art of Paper Flowers, will lead you through the delicate process of crafting a lifelike crepe paper dahlia. You will learn how to shape, curl, and layer paper petals, build realistic flower centers, and work with subtle color variations to bring your bloom to life. Quynh will share her favorite tools, materials, and techniques, offering hands-on guidance and encouragement every step of the way. By the end, you will have a stunning handmade flower and the skills to continue your paper floral journey at home.
A Love Letter to Dahlias
Certain flowers stay with you long after their season has passed. For me, that flower has always been the dahlia. My love for dahlias began with my grandmother standing proudly beside her prized dinner-plate burgundy dahlia with the biggest smile. Though she is no longer with me, her joy and connection to the garden live on every time I see a dahlia unfurl its perfect, intricate petals. This workshop celebrates joy, beauty, memory, and connection, and I would love for you to experience it with us.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Short answer: anyone seeking a creative experience to explore their love for paper flowers!
Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned artist, our workshop's is designed to serve every skill level.
We will empower you with techniques and expert guidance to craft your own designs. It’s all about pushing your creative limits while having a blast along the way!
WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING...
ANNA JANSON
I love how detail oriented Quynh is when giving instruction. She's so patient and so talented. She also makes learning so fun! 10/10 recommend taking her workshops.
FAITH SCHAU
"Quynh has been one of the absolute best teachers! I have truly learned so much from her. The classes she offers are engaging, and the preplanning she puts into each class ensures you will be ready with the right tools and materials needed to flourish and grow! I am walking away from this class with the most gorgeous bouquet, a stronger love for paper flowers, new skills, and new friends."
Kaitlyn Waler
Working with Quynh is so inspiring. Her workshop helped me take my paper flower obsession to a whole new level. I left extremely inspired and energized, not to mention with a handful of new friends.
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