Men Love Flower Arranging Too (2023)

Who said men can’t play with flowers? At floristry classes in Sydney both men and women can come together, learn a fun new skill and take away a beautiful flower arrangement they can be proud of! From arranging fresh cut flowers into a hand-tied bouquet, to experimenting with dried flower arrangements, these Sydney activities are a great way to get out of your comfort zone and try your hand at floristry — regardless of your gender.

We’ve found that both men and women come through to our flower arranging classes and enjoyed the many mindful benefits playing with flowers offers. Some have come alone, others with their friends or loved ones. Flower arranging is a wonderful way to develop creativity, attention to detail and aesthetic awareness. They’re a unique opportunity to have a whole lot of fun and probably some hearty laughs, to embrace the present moment and just appreciate life's simple beauties. 

Ready to dive in? Discover why flower arranging is for everyone below in 2023!

Top 5 Best Floristry Classes in Sydney:

• Flower Arranging Workshop: Booze and Blooms with Stardust Flowers

• Ikebana Flower Arranging Class with Setsuko Yanagisawa

• Flower Arrangement Workshop: Hand-Tied Bouquet with Mona Han

• Dried Flower Arranging Class with Blume Flower School

• Flower Centrepiece Class with Nikki Zeng

Flower arranging is therapeutic

Flower arranging is a wonderful pastime because it's so calming and therapeutic. There’s something very peaceful about spending time creating something with your own hands that will last forever. It's a great way to slow down, relax and enjoy the simple things in life. Find out seven reasons why you'll love floristry courses in Sydney here.

Learn how to make a flower bouquet

At floristry classes in Sydney, you’ll learn about all the different kinds of flowers available and how to choose the best ones for your bouquet. You'll get a feel for what works well together, how much should be spent on flowers and which ones are best suited to your style and colour scheme. When it comes time to arrange your flowers, your passionate floristry teacher will show you the tricks of the trade for making an incredible arrangement that looks as good as it smells!

Try your hand at Ikebana

With its roots in Zen philosophy, Ikebana is a practice that requires great focus, attention to detail and patience. There are no right or wrong answers, only personal responses — as every arrangement you create is unique and beautiful in its own right. Guided by your Ikebana teacher, you will learn the basics of Ikebana flower arranging, from carefully selecting blooms to assembling them into an arrangement that is grounded in harmony, elegance and minimalism. 

We have a range of Ikebana flower arrangement classes in Sydney to choose from, so whether you’re looking for something brand new or just want to brush up on some basic skills, we can help you find your way into this incredible art form!

Make a dried flower arrangement

Flower arranging involves a lot more than just fresh flowers. Dried flowers are an excellent alternative to fresh, and can be used to create fantastic arrangements that look both stylish and elegant. There are lots of different techniques you can use and your floristry teacher will share their secrets for how to make dried flower arrangements that will look great in any space. You'll learn how to arrange stems, leaves, berries and seed pods (dried or fresh) into beautiful dried flower arrangements that are perfect for your home or as a gift!

Our floristry courses are fun and relaxed, so we encourage everyone to join in! Whether you’re an experienced flower arranger or want to give it a go for the first time, our passionate florists will guide you through each step of flower arranging and make sure you come away with a beautiful bouquet you can be proud of.