Merchant & Green, terrarium and floristry teacher

Merchant & Green

Merchant & Green

Florists and Stylists

location_on Redfern, Sydney

5.0 (794)
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Join us for inspiring classes covering flower arranging, terrarium making, kokedama and bonsai for beginners. Our beautiful florist and workshop studio space are located in Redfern.






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Kathrin Parker Mar 2024


This was the loviest class and I left on a complete high. Chris was great and the setting is perfect. I love my little bonsai creation.

Saireen Moodley Mar 2024


Surprised my partner for his birthday with this terrarium making class and it was absolutely fantastic. Chris was a great teacher and made the class fun & informative. This class was definitely value for money and the terrariums we made were beautiful! I definitely recommend!

Greenhouse Terrarium Workshop review by Saireen Moodley - Sydney

Roberta Freedman Mar 2024


Great class and gave me some confidence that I can do more with bonsai. Everything well and clearly explained

Joanna Mar 2024


This class was wonderful! Chris was a great teacher who created an enjoyable atmosphere. As someone not confident with plants I left feeling empowered to care for my new Bonsai. I would recommend and plan to return to try some other classes of his.

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Joanna - Sydney

Chrissy Homer Mar 2024


This class was wonderful, Chris was an excellent teacher who created a enjoyable atmosphere, showed us how to create and care for our Bonsai’s. As someone not confident with plants I did leave with more confidence on how to care for my plant. I would recommend and will no doubt return to try another of his classes

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Chrissy Homer - Sydney

Adam Hading Feb 2024


What an fun class
I learnt so much and walked away with a new member of the garden family.
I definitely recommend for anyone who wants to get in to bonsai or just have a fun afternoon.

Gardening class review by Adam Hading - Sydney

James Lockrey Feb 2024


Insightful, peaceful, and beautiful (terrariums)! I’m encouraged to make more terrariums at home now.

Reece Tso Feb 2024


Fun experience for both of us. Would do again. Relaxing and fun couple activity. Generous

Gardening class review by Reece Tso - Sydney

Ryan Castillo Jan 2024


The teacher was so wonderful, very patient and friendly! Was a really fun experience and the terrarium looked great.

Matthew Allman Jan 2024


The workshop was amazing. My partner and I loved the experience, and the knowledge of Chris was helpful and in-depth. Instructions were clear, easy to follow with so much room for creative freedom in our terrarium.
Would highly recommend!

Callum Smarason Jan 2024


Thanks for the great experience Chris! I have already recommended the class to my friends and family and would consider coming back for the dry terrarium workshop.

Greenhouse Terrarium Workshop review by Callum Smarason - Sydney

Kate Bartley Jan 2024


This class was wonderful, lots of great info, you learn a lot and end up with your own beautiful bonsai! 100% recommend

Aleesha Gibby Jan 2024

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


So much fun and also very relaxing! We did it as a date, and it was very enjoyable.

Giulia Tirelli Jan 2024


We had such a great time with Chris: all the instructions were clear, and he was very helpful in assisting us, while leaving plenty of space to experiment and get familiar with the process.

We couldn't be happier with our Bonsai :)

Will definitely keep an eye for other classes

Cristiano Nunes Jan 2024


Really nice Good place, great instructor, easy access, materials provided. I do really recommend it.

Irene Villafranca Jan 2024


My husband and I really enjoyed the class. Chris was charming, informative and welcoming. Its great that all materials are included. And the location was beautiful!

Brenda Scott Dec 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


What was the teacher like? Awesome, informative and really nice.
How was the venue (if applicable)? Great, parking could be better.
If materials were provided, did you like them? Yes. Brilliant options to choose from.
Was the experience good value for money? Great value for money.
What did you do / learn? A bonsai class. How to care for a bonsai.
What did you like most? Everything

Catherine Davidson Dec 2023


A fabulous fun afternoon with Chris - we loved his guidance and encouragement to be creative with lots of stunning organic materials. Three original wreaths and three happy girls!
Thanks Chris see you next year!

Floristry class review by Catherine Davidson - Sydney

Lachlan J Skinner Dec 2023


Chris was a wonderful teacher. Very support and helpful. Very charming and fun. Provided a relaxed and fun atmosphere.

Barbara Reynolds Dec 2023


Held in a gorgeous florist shop, this workshop was very well organised. The teacher was passionate about plants and terrariums. Now we have a lovely terrarium to remind us of the day.

Terrarium class review by Barbara Reynolds - Sydney

Emma Daaboul Dec 2023


A fantastic experience all round! The class was well-run with the teacher offering a lot of tips and advice but allowing everyone to find their own way as well. A really lovely way to spend an afternoon!

Abigail Edgecombe Dec 2023


Lovely venue, personal host with great knowledge, very welcoming and encouraging. Loved the amount of flowers and time to just create and experiment with them.

Penelope Coronel Dec 2023


excellent experience! really enjoyed this activity and thinking to take another workshop at Merchant & Green.

Lillian Armstrong Dec 2023


Our team had a fantastic time at this workshop! Our host was an excellent facilitator, we learnt so much. We also booked this very last minute so the fact we could arrange such a great workshop at such short notice was amazing.

Sofia Whyte Nov 2023


Chris was an absolute treat! We had a corporate event at his store and it was the best time. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and will be back

Junita Powell Nov 2023


Bunches and Bubbles with Chris has been 3 years in the making. We had a fantastic experience, learnt some new techniques and got to take our gorgeous flowers home.
Thanks for making our experience enjoyable and memorable.
We can highly recommend this class.
Regards Junita and Alex

Mary Kavurma Nov 2023


Chris was great fun and very knowledgeable. The team had a great time putting their terrarium's together! We all went home with something beautiful.

Makiko Fujisawa Nov 2023


Chris gave us fantastic time. All my friends enjoyed the class. Beautiful shop. Lots of photos. Will return for another class!

Heidi Debrincat Nov 2023


Chris was fantastic! He was so patient, kind and encouraging in his explanations. We had the best time. 10/10 recommend!

Irena Pavan Nov 2023


Great venue. Friendly staff.
Learnt a lot in this class.
Look forward to the next class.

Elisia Yeo Nov 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We booked this workshop for an anniversary present and it was excellent! The experience was really well organized and generous, with all materials on hand as well as refreshments and scissors we got to keep. Our teacher Chris was great - very supportive with clear explanations and lots of background. Highly recommend.

Claire Tan Nov 2023


Chris and John were very welcoming and immediately put us at ease with the workshop. We had a very enjoyable time learning about how to assemble a green house terrarium and how to maintain one moving forward.

Maree Friend Nov 2023


My instructor on the Mossarium workshop was fabulous. He walked me through every step and helped me create a moss garden which I will have for many years to come. His store was clean and tidy and interesting to see. He had a good supply and range of substrates etc to use. It was a lovely relaxing way to spend my time and well worth it.

Alice Priest Nov 2023


Loved this experience. Cool workspace at the back of the beautiful Merchant & Green shop. Friendly, knowledgeable and fun facilitation. You create your own little world with all the elements on offer and come away with an awesome living terrarium. Recommend as good value.

Greenhouse Terrarium Workshop review by Alice Priest - Sydney

Jerome Tiratira Nov 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Great session, quite informative, creative, inspiring and our teacher Chris was very nice and friendly.

Liza Attard Nov 2023


Great class with a great teacher. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. It was a small intimate group and we had a lot of fun. The class was held out the back of and amazing florist and it had a really good vibe. It was a bonus to finish the class and take your own Bonsai home. Highly recommend.

Tharushi Kaluarachchi Oct 2023


We had a lovely time at the greenhouse terrarium workshop - it was our first time creating a closed terrarium. Chris was a lovely facilitator, extremely knowledgeable, kind and welcoming. We really enjoyed the workshop and hope to be back in the future.

Leticia Whelan Oct 2023


Chris was such a great teacher, gentle and encouraging. This was the best creative class I have done in ages

Patricia Hough Oct 2023


It was an amazing experience. Very educational but so much fun. I was amazed at quality of bonsai and the awesome teacher was so patient with us all. I loved workshop and would not hesitate to recommend it either for yourself or as a wonderful. I love my bonsai

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Patricia Hough - Sydney

Darren Gibbards Oct 2023


We had a wonderful time at the Beginner’s Bonsai Course. Chris was very knowledgeable and made our time really enjoyable. We were supplied with everything we needed on the day and the learning space and surrounds were excellent. We loved the bonsai we created and are now looking after at home. Both of us are looking forward to taking part in more of the great courses they have available and will recommend them to our friends. Thanks again! Darren & Troy

Ronald Cheng Sep 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris was absolutely amazing! He was incredibly knowledgeable and really explained the importance of being yourself in your mossarium and being present! A must try for all terrarium enthusiasts!

Charles Batt Sep 2023


I thoroughly enjoyed my class with Chris. He made the process of turning a pot of hedging plants into a bonsai forrest fun, entertaining and educational.
Most importantly, I now have the confidence to do it by myself and develop a new hobby.

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Charles Batt - Sydney

Jaimee Stephens Sep 2023


Chris was very kind, knowledgeable and engaging. The flowers and supplies were beautiful and with no experience whatsoever I finished up very happy with my flower arrangement!

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Jaimee Stephens - Sydney

Louise Bigeni Sep 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great location with very welcoming and informative staff. Very happy with how much we got done within a short amount of time, leaving with my very own Bonsai that I had constructed.

Gardening class review by Louise Bigeni - Sydney

Nora Chee Sep 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teacher Chris was very nice, friendly and helpful.
I'd enjoyed the class.
Will start my Bonsai collections.

Ms Linda J Kirk Sep 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Chris is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic teacher and he brings his passion to the class. The plants and materials are of the highest quality and you leave with a gorgeous terrarium that you made yourself and will look at every day in your home. Highly recommended.

Cindy Tang Sep 2023


Chris from Merchant and Green was a wonderful communicator prior to the event (as we had to email him regarding updates with class sizes and times) and also during the class. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and supportive. We had 14 girls in the class for a Bridal shower and all of them had a blast and would not stop talking about Kokedamas when we left. The shop was also set up nicely (with many flowers and products to look at) and all materials (including bags to take the kokedamas home) were provided. Would be back for more of his classes - would definitely recommend.

Anke Davidson Sep 2023


Fun couple of hours being instructed by the amusing and highly experienced Chris. Taught us a bit about the native flowers and how to put them together to make a professional looking bouquet. Took home a beautiful bouquet to enjoy for weeks to come! Thank you Chris!

Floristry class review by Anke Davidson - Sydney

Melissa Meale Aug 2023


We loved the terrarium workshop. It was both a relaxing and interesting thing to do. Thank you teacher Chris!

Gin Lin Aug 2023

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Chris's approach to teaching is so easy to follow. His passion for plants and kokedama is great as well.

Kokedama class review by Gin Lin - Sydney

Mark Stanisavljevic Aug 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Very friendly and accomodating.
Informative class with lots to offer.
A stage 2 class could prove to be interesting.

Elyssa Balilo Aug 2023


Was given as a gift and heard was a fantastic class with a small group so was able engage with others there and teachers a whole lot more

Kevin Huang Aug 2023


Lovely vibe, instructions and knowledge share. Learnt a lot about after care as well. Couldn’t be happier!

Kathryn Park Aug 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended


Excellent workshop! Very high quality materials, great instruction and extremely accommodating of our group. Would definitely recommend!

Greg Wallace Jul 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teacher shared their passion and lots of information on terrariums and working with living moss.

The unique container and all materials provided are really premium. I would definitely recommend this class for people interested in plants and design.

Sylvia Calvert Jul 2023


What an amazing morning, thoroughly enjoyed all aspects. Instructions were easy to follow the host was amazing, so relaxing. Would definitely recommend.

Henry Luu Jul 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Teacher was very knowledgeable, welcoming and very patient while at the same time efficient in running the class smoothly

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Henry Luu - Sydney

Edith Podesta Jul 2023


Excellent venue, great teacher and very interesting session. Fliers were beautiful and learning experience was excellent.

Natalie Fahd Jul 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


what a great experience, our teacher was very informative we learnt a lot and most of all we had lots of fun highly recommended for big groups.

Caroline Cribb Jul 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Chris was the perfect teacher, knows his stuff, shares his knowledge with passion and makes genuine conversation. The venue was beautifully presented with interesting natural materials around to appreciate. I really enjoyed this course and came away feeling inspired and happy. Thanks Chris.

Chloe Choi Jul 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


We really enjoyed this workshop! The teachers were very informative, flexible with time and we were provided with complimentary refreshments and tote bag to take our terrariums home safely.

Joel Francis Jul 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Fantastic class. We feel really confident about keeping bonzai and are already daydreaming of our next creation. Chris was knowledgeable and encouraging. Fantastic course!

Kirsty Beavon Jun 2023

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Incredible class, we had soooo much fun. Chris was a brilliant teacher, relaxed, fascinating and just a really enjoyable fun afternoon. Thank you. Highly recommended!

Christine Zhang Jun 2023


It was an amazing experience, the staff and the teacher were super nice and patient, it was so relaxing, everything was super easy and nice. I loved how we could customise everything to our liking, loved the overall experience.

Andela Petrovic Jun 2023


Amazing class with an amazing teacher and we all walked away with stunning terrariums.

Honestly highly recommend the class and will be back for more As well as putting together our terrariums, we got to learn a bit more about the plants we were putting inside it and any other plant related questions we had. Learnt so much!

Christie Fyson Jun 2023


Wow what a fun and creative was to spend a Saturday afternoon. Chris our teacher was knowledgeable and helpful especially for myself a first timer in anything plant related.
I did this with my best friend which was extra special. All the materials were great and the venue perfect.

Gardening class review by Christie Fyson - Sydney

Megan Cox Jun 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris is a friendly and kind teacher supervising us in a lovely area of the flower shop. The class was relaxed and fun, and we all made great bonsais to take home.

Natalie Popow Jun 2023


We absolutely loved the Kokedama workshop with Merchant & Green. Chris was such a good teacher and we found the whole process of making the three kokedama so relaxing. They provided excellent materials and showed a variety of ways to make the kokedama. We also liked that they gave us a variety of plants. They have a lovely shop there on Bourke Street and it was great to learn a new skill! Highly recommend :)

Kokedama Workshop review by Natalie Popow - Sydney

Lorenzo Jun 2023


Lovely experience! Great team and we’ll time spent

Carly Beautyman Jun 2023


Such an amazing experience at Merchant & Green!
The teacher was so knowledgeable and fun to work with. Beautiful store with great quality products and materials to work with. So happy to have a piece of this memory in my home.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Carly Beautyman - Sydney

Varsha Sivagurunathan Jun 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


It was a great session! Chris was amazing, explained how to build the terrarium in detail, the hows and why's, and made the whole process really fun! Highly recommend!

Kit Wong Jun 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I had a wonderful time in a small group of 4 in this class. The teachers are lovely and they let you express creativity in what you want to make. Bring your friends and your imagination!

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Kit Wong - Sydney

Julia Moreira May 2023


The venue was nice and suitable. Location was great.
And Chris very kind and knowledgeable.

Wendy Caldwell May 2023


The dried flower arrangement workshop was amazing! Chris, who oversaw the class was a fantastic teacher, with a lot of experience, knowledge and skill. He made the class fun but also shared so many tips and made the entire experience enjoyable. He made time for each person in the class to make their arrangement the best it could be. Everything was provided and we all left with beautiful arrangements. Highly recommend taking this class.

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Wendy Caldwell - Sydney

Bhrizel Rosario May 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This bonsai class is a must do! Chris was such a great teacher and was very helpful in giving us tips of how to make our bonsai look it’s best. Will definitely be keen on an intermediate class if available.

Gardening class review by Bhrizel Rosario - Sydney

Vladimir Gligorovski May 2023

56 ClassBento workshops attended • 44 reviews


The teacher was understanding and it was a nice learning experience with a interesting assignment to complete the activity with a nice outcome of what we had to make

Kristy Lovegrove May 2023

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The bonsai class was a great experience, our teacher was very knowledgeable and super friendly.
The small class was ideal and shop were it was held just lovely.

Gardening class review by Kristy Lovegrove - Sydney

Caitlin Sandercock May 2023


Sarah is very bubbly and immediately makes you feel welcome at the workshop. Sarah shared her enthusiasm, experience and creativity for all things terrarium and was very encouraging and patient. My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and would highly recommend it.

Petko Popchev May 2023


It was a great learning experience which also provided me with a beautiful terrarium to keep. Sarah was super informative about all the questions we had and they were very enthusiastic to teach us how to make the terrariums!

Marlan Hapuarachchi May 2023


Teacher was helpful and informative with instructions and care.
Plenty of decorative stones and barks etc available

Maximilien Najera May 2023


It was great to do something different, learning about the plants, the moss, the beauty of a terrarium.
Great atmosphere, Chris and his sister are lovely and passionate !
Would recommend highly this class
Thank you.

Morgan Wyburd Apr 2023


We took our mother in law to this class as a surprise. We had no idea how much we would also end up loving bonsai! Chris was so welcoming and lovely. The class was fun and creative. We left with a beautiful bonsai each and a much better understanding and appreciation for this craft. Would highly recommend giving it a go!

Craig Odonnell Apr 2023


Great fun and insightful.
Was a great way to bring the team together.
Thanks alot

Yennie Chen Apr 2023


Thank you to Sarah for hosting a wonderful session! We all had a fun time getting our hands dirty and creating absolute masterpieces. Would love to do it all again!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Yennie Chen - Sydney

Leanne Gane Mar 2023

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


This is the fourth time I’ve attended a class with Chris at Merchant & Green and it may be my favourite yet. Chris is knowledgeable and creates a relaxed environment that I love. I wasn’t sure if 1 hour was enough time but it was perfect. So interesting to see the differences in each others end results even though we all had the same instructions. Definitely recommend this class.

Terrarium class review by Leanne Gane - Sydney

Nick Jongh Mar 2023


Making terrariums is fun and it turned out well. Host was super friendly and helpful.

Samuel Sentongo Mar 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Chris was very welcoming and is a great teacher. The environment was great and the lessons . I came out with a lovely dried flower arrangement that I took home .

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Samuel Sentongo - Sydney

Olive Evans Mar 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Our class with Chris was great!

Such a nice guy and super
Knowledgeable really helped us craft the best arrangements!

We left with 2 amazing dried/preserved floral arrangements

Floristry class review by Olive Evans - Sydney

Rebecca Ashdown Mar 2023


Sarah was great, the class was fun and surprisingly easy! Would recommend this workshop to everyone!

Barb Helmsworth Mar 2023


Fabulous terrarium class at Merchant and Green today. It's a large size terrarium jar, with plants, living moss and all the layers included, so definitely good value for the price they charge. Do yourself a favour and book this workshop. I will definitely be back and want to try their bonsai for beginner class too.

Greg Wallace Mar 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was such a great workshop! Learnt lots and the amazing teacher, Chris welcomed us us and took us through the steps and tips to make our own sub tropical terrarium! Nice class size, held inside a lush florist store, surrounded by greenery and flowers.

Victoria Callaghan Mar 2023


I thought an hour was going to be too short but it's just the perfect time. The teacher was lovely - helpful and friendly. Would absolutely recommend!

Chloe Llewellyn Mar 2023

23 ClassBento workshops attended • 16 reviews


Enjoyed making this wreath, it was easy and gave to a family member who loves it

Tyler Fullerton Mar 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Had the best morning at the beautiful Merchant and Green making our very own bonsai. Chris was an awesome teacher who broke everything down into simple steps, giving us the tools to take care of our bonsai. We did not feel rushed and having the small class made the experience even more personal. I will be recommending this to everyone

Gardening class review by Tyler Fullerton - Sydney

Linda Sultmann Mar 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Wow! What fun, and it was so much more than I expected. Came away with a beautiful large bonsai. Great advice on care, a pair of bonsai scissors and inspiration to keep going with my new little guy.

Thanks Chris!

Gardening class review by Linda Sultmann - Sydney

Kayla Lochner Feb 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Thank you Chris for the wonderful workshop! Thank you especially for running the class even though it was just me! I learned so much about flower care, arranging and presenting flowers. Chris took me through a posy and a flat arrangement, and helped me wrap up my final product. The shop is so beautiful and Chris was highly professional and personable - he clearly has so much experience and passion to share. Thanks so much!

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Kayla Lochner - Sydney

Shannon Layfield Feb 2023


Absolutely loved this class! The teacher was fantastic! They provided a great overview about Bonsais and gave guidance when necessary. They absolutely know what they are doing and I would highly recommend doing this class. Me and my partner have now been converted to the way of the bonsai

Gardening class review by Shannon Layfield - Sydney

Marc Harry Feb 2023

21 ClassBento workshops attended • 20 reviews


This class on Bonsai is excellent fun and at the end fulfilling. The teacher gave easy and quite detailed directions for us to follow as well as completing one with us. I would thoroughly recommend this venue and class. My Bonsai is in the sink soaking but have a look. I love it. Thank you.

Gardening class review by Marc Harry - Sydney

Bill Chant Feb 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


was great fun to get a quick idea what bonsai was like and to walk out at the end with a nice one to start with.

Melanie Mulholland Jan 2023


Thoroughly recommend class I went with two friends and we felt welcome from the moment we entered. We left with all the information we need to do more bonsai at home and had a lovely time. Thank you

Jessica Edwards Jan 2023


This workshop was fantastic. The teacher was lovely, the venue was welcoming, we were given loads of choice and freedom (with the perfect amount of guidance), and the end product was great to take home. This definitely made for a wonderful gift.

Terrarium class review by Jessica Edwards - Sydney

Linda Kirk Jan 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


The class was great fun and the teacher (Chris) made us feel relaxed and comfortable. He gave us very clear instructions and imparted his considerable knowledge about the plants and the construction of the terrarium. The materials provided are of the highest quality and the venue is excellent. Highly recommended.

Bruno Mollica Jan 2023


A great class! Everything was explained clearly and it was easy to make a personalised and nice-looking terrarium. Chris was informative and very encouraging throughout the entire session.

Paige Johnson Jan 2023


Such a awesome workshop! Super fun and relaxing. Chris was a friendly teacher, with great stories and I had a real lovely time. Highly recommend!

Ash Nielsen Jan 2023


What a lovely evening. We learnt a lot & look forward to creating our own additional Terrariums at home. I thoroughly recommend!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Ash Nielsen - Sydney

Joseph Whelan Jan 2023

17 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


100 0ut of 100

If your looking for a good time, you are definitely in the right place. It was a great environment with a fun and bubbly teacher. This art class won’t disappoint. If you like to get a little messy and have some fun, it is definitely a great way to forget your troubles and bring back the zen in your life.can’t wait to sign up for the next class

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Joseph Whelan - Sydney

Kara Ortiga Jan 2023


Wonderful experience doing this with Chris! His space is lovely. Had a glass of rose, too. The flowers you work with are generous, although some pieces could be fresher. But overall I think the experience was excellent.

Floristry class review by Kara Ortiga - Sydney

Laura Arnott Jan 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Loved the terranium workshop. Our teacher spent time explaining everything clearly whilst also making it a really fun experience. Very happy with the final take home product

Leila Cheikh Dec 2022


Wonderful little workshop, cosy and intimate and relaxed. Walked away with a gorgeous and sustainable Christmas wreath I'll use for years. Highly recommend!

Floristry class review by Leila Cheikh - Sydney

Kimberlee Hughes Dec 2022


What a wonderful teacher Chris is! So patient and engaging. He really took the time to teach me how to develop a Bonsai, trim it, make it look aesthetically pleasing and to care for it after. I absolutely loved the hands on experience in such a wonderful setting - the smell of the greenery is amazing. I found the cost very reasonable for all the materials involved in making this beautiful plant. I will definitely be back for another class

Gardening class review by Kimberlee Hughes - Sydney

Cheryl Jackson Dec 2022


Fabulous class with the best teacher ever! Do yourself a favour and book this class. We will definitely be back for other workshops!

Chloe Wilson Dec 2022


This was a great workshop! Had lots of fun and an amazing teacher to show everyone the steps and tips for a get Terrarium! Super chill class and nice size glass bowl and lots of succulents to choose from!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Chloe Wilson - Sydney

Sharyn Clark Dec 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


The evening was a great night would recommend anyone they can do this class it was thoroughly enjoyable

Terrarium class review by Sharyn Clark - Sydney

Elizabeth Softley Dec 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


I just did the Terrarium workshop in Surry Hills @ Merchant & Green for the second time. I was provided everything for the class & feel I now have the knowledge to recreate it in the future myself! Will definitely pursue more classes with Merchant & Green!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Elizabeth Softley - Sydney

Claire Peters Dec 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We loved this class! The venue is lovely and the teacher gave just the right amount of instruction and inspiration. Even though we used the same materials, everyone's wreaths looked different - and they all looked great! Would definitely recommend the class.

Kylie Little Dec 2022

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


Another excellent class with clear instruction. I was able to create an awesome Christmas wreath. Would definitely do again

Floristry class review by Kylie Little - Sydney

Kerrie Peterson Dec 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


My friends and I loved this workshop. Everyone at Merchant & Green we’re very welcoming and Chris the instructor made sure everyone felt at ease. The materials were plentiful and each step was carefully explained whilst leaving space for personal interpretation. I would definitely recommend Chris as an excellent instructor.

David Khou Nov 2022


Teacher was amazing, kind and very instructive. The venue was great and I’m very happy with the terrarium. Thank you!

Aura Cabaero Nov 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


⭐ Terrarium making for Bridal Shower⭐
Decided to do a fun and creative activity for the bride to be!
Chris & Sarah are very accommodating, friendly, and entertaining
All materials provided + coffee!
Learnt how to best look after a terrarium too!
Thank you Chris and Sarah! We shall see you soon!

Terrarium class review by Aura Cabaero - Sydney

James Anvia Nov 2022

42 ClassBento workshops attended • 29 reviews


Lovely outing great helpful teacher very accommodating carefully and helpful explains things well so knowledgeable so helpful .

Terrarium class review by James Anvia - Sydney

Mimi Nguyen Nov 2022


Chris was an awesome down to earth teacher who made the class enjoyable and fun

Sheng-Ming Wu Nov 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


On street parking limited but happened to be available at the time.

Nice atmosphere, and very friendly teacher and assistant. Quite patient in explaining and making people feel at home.

Recommend getting the animal piece add on as it makes the terrarium come to life.

Very helpful and suitable for beginners as well as other levels.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Sheng-Ming Wu - Sydney

Lilas Tran Oct 2022


Booked the class because we were interested to learn how to create our own bonsai. Love how enthusiastic the teacher was and really enjoyed learning how to make and take care of our bonsai.

Yumi Ueki Oct 2022


Teacher Chris was so nice I enjoyed Succulent Terrarium Workshop and want to come again

Marc Harry Oct 2022

21 ClassBento workshops attended • 20 reviews


Wow really good fun excellent workshop space top notch trainers I just love my Terrarium thank you.

Terrarium class review by Marc Harry - Sydney

Sarah Kol Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Teacher was very helpful and gave good tips with arrangements, I enjoyed the class very much and would love to return again in the future.

Kelly Geater Oct 2022


A fun workshop with a lovely instructor, who gave practical advice, was incredibly knowledgeable, and was very kind. Excellent value for money as you get to keep the arrangement along with any unused materials

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Kelly Geater - Sydney

Emma Schulze Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


An absolutely lovely way to spend an afternoon. Learned so much during the class and came away with heaps of gorgeous flowers

James Anvia Oct 2022

42 ClassBento workshops attended • 29 reviews


A lovely day out with lots of gift ideas here too. Truly professional trainers here and really made it enjoyable and supportive . Hope to attend other ones very soon . Great experience Sincerely recommend this

Gardening class review by James Anvia - Sydney

Emily Oct 2022


Chris was fantastic, very friendly and helpful. Great tips and advice, we learnt alot about bonsais.

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Emily  - Sydney

Rebecca Oxford Oct 2022


Chris was very patient and helpful. Great value for money considering the size of the plants. Plus lots of fun.

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Rebecca Oxford - Sydney

Glen Kolenc Oct 2022


A friendly, informative, helpful teacher. He was very encouraging & was happy to answer all our questions.

Caroline Stanghieri Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great teacher. I made 3 Brilliant and so much fun. I would definitely recommend doing this class.

Catherine Gire Oct 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Very knowledgeable teacher, great venue. All staff are friendly and the store has lots of goodies on sale.

Kerry-Anne Smyth Oct 2022


the Teacher was very informative and patient, he gave good simple ideas for making a terrarium and gave advise and tips about taking care of succulents. it was a great experience and value for money.

Robyn Good Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The class was awesome, well organised and fun. Materials were provided. The teacher was really fun and informative. A great course.

Elizabeth Softley Oct 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


The teacher was very lovely and shared alot of helpful information. Everything was provided and we were given step by step instructions how to make our own terrarium. Great experience, would definitely recommend

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Elizabeth Softley - Sydney

Melissa Jaramillo Oct 2022


Chris was a fantastic teacher. Always full of fun facts and reassuring to us botanical-illiterate. The materials provided were high quality, we even got fancy moss imported from NZ! Excuse me? Like my wine? I even got a hand crafted stone kangaroo figurine. If you can, definitely get the extra ornament. 11/10 would recommend

Terrarium class review by Melissa Jaramillo - Sydney

Elaine Nasr Sep 2022


Chris was a great teacher! He was very knowledgeable and patient with the class. The lesson itself was a lot of fun and therapeutic. The products we were given to use were also of great quality. Highly recommended!

Rohit Mangar Sep 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Brilliant class. Chris was amazing. The vibe was dope. Definitely recommended to anyone who wants to try something awesome and interesting.

Yvette Sep 2022


We had such a fun time making our very first terrarium! The venue was beautiful, and the teacher so patient and knowledgeable. Totally recommend !

Samuel Sentongo Sep 2022

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Loved the teacher and his experience, Enjoyed the class and can confidently say my kokedamas are still alive

Emme Stone Sep 2022


The teacher was really great and explained things super clearly. It was a calm and creative process in a beautiful environment. All in all, I found the workshop very rewarding and I am really happy with what I was able to create.

Gardening class review by Emme Stone - Sydney

Sylvia Barber Sep 2022


Excellent, learnt how to trim the plant etc, trim roots , plant carefully in plantar, clarify theapoearance

Holly Kim Sep 2022


Teacher was very friendly and made everyone feel welcomed. They were insightful with the succulents.

Cassandra Liang Aug 2022


Me and my friends had a great time at Merchant and Greens dried flower arrangement workshop. The instructor was very accommodating and had a vibrant energy which made the experience even better. There was a large variety of dried plants and we were encouraged to get creative and to not be afraid to make mistakes. Overall I highly recommend this class.

Floristry class review by Cassandra Liang - Sydney

Ann Yan Aug 2022


Nice fun class to do with friends, great memory, and pretty vase and flowers to keep

Joanna Choo Aug 2022


Chris was an amazing instructor and a friendly presence. There was plenty of dried and preserved native plants to decorate with. We had this class as one of a hens activities and the bride to be enjoyed it so much!

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Joanna Choo - Sydney

Heshani Silva Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The workshop was great. The number of students (four) was perfect, as it allowed for us to mingle and learn from each other (as Chris the instructor guided our creation). There were ample materials given to us to use.The workshop was meant to run for an hour but it went over - which was great because we didn't feel rushed and it felt like Chris and the team were invested in our experience. Definitely would recommend this workshop!

Vanessa Li Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Chris was an amazing instructor and created a relaxing group atmosphere for our first time doing floral arrangements. It was really fun to learn about the different types of flowers and Chris was very encouraging and patient when it came to making our own creations (which we got to keep!). Would highly recommend for a fun weekend activity.

Carole Lee Aug 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Loved the bonsai class … Thank you Chris for making it so much fun I had a great time learning something new. I always enjoy your workshops. Look forward to the next one.

Gardening class review by Carole Lee - Sydney

Justin Tang Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I organised to attend this class with my wife for her birthday and we had a blast! Chris was not only super patient and personable, he was really knowledgeable on the different types of flowers and passionate about what he does. Listening to his stories was also such a great part of the experience! Would highly recommend as a date / group activity!

Alexandra Carrig Aug 2022


Amazing class! Learnt so much from Chris, lots of materials were provided and we were given a choice of a few different pots. So happy with the arrangement I created.

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Alexandra Carrig - Sydney

Khya Brooks Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


What an incredible class! The teacher was so informative and made us feel so comfortable. We learned so much and walked away with some incredible terrariums.

Amanda Elvy Jul 2022


Really loved the Kokedama workshop with Chris. I went solo and they made me feel so comfortable and involved. The class was fun, relaxing and full of knowledge. Cannot recommend Merchant & Green enough.

Christy Lau Jul 2022


Lovely store, wonderful class. We did a private class and our teacher Chris provided lots of guidance. It was a very peaceful and relaxing way to spend our Sunday!

Bonsai Class for Beginners review by Christy Lau - Sydney

Allen Jul 2022


Great teacher with a wealth of experience and knowledge. Really enjoyed the setting/location. Materials provided were great and learned a lot about making and maintaining terrariums. Now have the knowledge and confidence to make my own!

Terrarium class review by Allen  - Sydney

Camille Post Jul 2022


Lovely environment, great materials, nice teacher. Calm, fun and a great result to take home.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Camille Post - Sydney

Astrid Sampson Jul 2022


Terrific class and Chris was a wonderful teacher. Everything was provided and he was very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend

Grace Marks Jul 2022


Fun class with the lovely Orla !
Perfect for a girls afternoon.
We each came away with 3 lovely Kokodama’s and the knowledge to make more and to keep them thriving.

Kokedama Workshop review by Grace Marks - Sydney

Michele Chirva Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We had a great time. Chris was patient and a great teacher. His passion for Bonsai comes out in his workshop and the stories shares. Thanks you Chris, we had a lovely time.

Cassandra Townson Jul 2022


Such a fun class! Chris was a great teacher, he was very knowledgeable with lots of tips and tricks for our future terrarium projects.

Erin Wright Jul 2022


Really good class and Chris was a great teacher! Not only did we create our own terrarium to take home, but we learned enough about the materials and plants to make more at home in the future. Lots of fun, highly recommended.

Jennifer Nguyen Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


My husband and I had a great time creating our terrariums. The teacher is very friendly and knowledgeable and the resources provided are of a high quality. Very recommended.

Serenus Law Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I interesting experience with a great teacher. Great activity to do with your friends! Thanks

Kellie Maloney Jun 2022

28 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 reviews


Had an amazing time at this class with my mum and my nan (three generations make three Kokedama!). There was a great selection of plants available and I really enjoyed experimenting with three different sized Kokedama. Orla was a fantastic teacher and it was great to hear from Chris during the class as well! Pictured is an adorable photo of my nan with her little succulent Kokedama. Highly recommend this class!

Kokedama Workshop review by Kellie Maloney - Sydney

Pamela Maloney Jun 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Merchant & Green is a lovely florist and gift shop. The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable about their craft. The kokedama class was a fun, relaxing and easy class for my mum, daughter and myself to enjoy. Their plants are healthy and good value for our next attempt at home. Thanks x

Kokedama Workshop review by Pamela Maloney - Sydney

Sally Naser Jun 2022


Was very enjoyable and a very special experience. Great for a birthday present for someone who enjoys creativity and nature!

Gardening class review by Sally Naser - Sydney

Helen Kang Jun 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris was amazing - so patient and nurturing and instructive ! My daughter and I had an absolute blast in the class. And we got to take home not only a beautiful terrarium but the skills to make more at home ! Highly recommend this class

Carolyn Burke Jun 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Had such a lovely experience with the wildflower arranging workshop. Orla was a great teacher. Really clear and helpful. And the flowers were gorgeous. I’m still looking at my arrangement that I brought home, and it makes me very happy and proud. I’d definitely recommend this as a wonderful way to spend an afternoon, or a good introduction if you’ve been considering pursuing floristry (I know I’m definitely hooked, and going to come back).

Tracey Harrison Jun 2022


Chris is super knowledgeable who gave fantastic clear instructions. Everyone in the class left with three Kokedama‘s each all looking beautiful. Would definitely recommend this class.

Kokedama class review by Tracey Harrison - Sydney

Kyle Heine Jun 2022


Super fun class with a great teacher. Informative and helpful, shared knowledge for future projects. Will definitely be back :)

Andrew Harjono Jun 2022


We enjoyed the tutorial workshop pretty much. I can easily recommend this class for everyone.

Sally Leighton Jun 2022


Chris is a knowledgeable and passionate teacher and the terrarium was beautiful. Would definitely recommend

Renee May 2022


I had a lovely time learning how to make a terrarium with Chris. Chris has a wealth of knowledge regarding plants and looking after plants. Thank you, I will be back to learn more. :)

Rebecca May 2022


The terrarium making class was so fun! I learned a lot, enough that I definitely feel like I could make one again on my own at home! The teacher was very knowledgeable, and the class was beautiful in an actual flower shop. He was even so kind as to provide us all with a hot beverage from the cafe next door, an excellent touch! I would highly recommend this terrarium class to anyone who has always wanted one. Because I am so thrilled to finally have one that I made on my own, which makes it even more special!

Terrarium class review by Rebecca  - Sydney

Diana Lee May 2022


This was a super fun class with a very knowledgeable and patient teacher! I would highly recommend for both beginners and plant nerds.

Meaghan Perry May 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Class was great and the teacher was very friendly and approachable. Absolutely and loved it and would do again

Wing Lee May 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Loved the class! It was taught very great and lovely flowers provided. Learnt a lot from it

Amelia Sampson May 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Such a terrific host and an amazing experience! Would definitely recommend, it was very personal and lots of fun.

Elke Andrees May 2022


A beautiful and welcoming venue at a flower shop. The teacher was friendly, accommodating, experienced in her craft and very helpful. It was a fun morning, learning a few things, with all the wildflowers provided. We each went home with a beautiful bouquet we have created, complete with wrapping paper and ribbon. A lovely experience to share with a friend or for yourself.

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Elke Andrees - Sydney

Alannah Tuck Apr 2022


What a great day! Really loved the whole experience. The teacher and venue were great, so helpful and a beautiful store.

Christine Chandra Apr 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Teacher was very informative. Class was very fun. Venue was clean . And the location was great .

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Christine Chandra - Sydney

Fiona Macgregor Apr 2022


Orla was a fantastic teacher, very patient and knowledgeable. Merchant & Green was beautiful and cosy, and a great place to come together as a group and learn something new. We had a great selection of quality materials to build the terrarium. Thank you!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Fiona Macgregor - Sydney

Kelvin Guo Apr 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


It was relaxing and fun. Very enjoyable making something and taking it home to nurture.

Linda Barnhill Apr 2022


Great class! My friend and I had a fantastic time at this class. Our wonderful teacher Orla was fun , informative and warm. I highly recommend this class. I am so proud of my terrarium and it was well worth the time and money.

Noo Crighton Apr 2022


Love it so much stunning bouquet and wrapping just gorgeous strongly recommended. Worth every penny

Michelle Young Mar 2022


Amazing workshop. We all had such a fantastic time with Chris, learning about how to build and care for our very own terrarium. We all took our little masterpieces home with delight and a sense of pride! Who says that that an IT team can’t be creative
Thank you Chris . Thoroughly enjoyed by all!

Theodora Chan Mar 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Had a great time at this class! Very laid back, fun and informative. Would recommend.

Hein Leong Mar 2022


The place was wonderful and the class was great. Would definitely recommend anyone looking for a fun and informative class ok terrarium.

Areon Feb 2022


I attended this course in yesterday with my daughter and I really enjoyed my time here it was such a great hands on course. The teacher was really knowledgeable, friendly and patient. Merchant and green was in a great easy to find location with plenty of parking in nearby streets. Such an amazing florist with some really beautiful products/ gift wear/gifts to purchase. I thought that the course was great value for money and am glad that I finally got to attend (covid made me postpone three times) I will even purchase an online course for my mum i enjoyed it so much. Would definitely recommend !

Kokedama Workshop review by Areon  - Sydney

Maria Tsantekidis Feb 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Big thanks to Chris for this amazing class. Our team thoroughly enjoyed it, and the terrariums looked beautiful!

Chris was also amazing with communicating, as well as following up with couriers for any undelivered boxes, without us even needing to ask, ensuring no one missed out on their terrariums.

I would highly recommend this online class to anyone looking for something a bit different, and a fun team building exercise.

Barbara Ngo Jan 2022


Attended the workshop with my friend and we both had an absolutely great time! The staff were lovely and took the time to explain and answer our questions. Would definitely attend another one of Merchant & Green's workshops :)

Terrarium class review by Barbara Ngo - Sydney

Yvonne Stanford Jan 2022

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 9 reviews


Orla, our teacher was lovely. Very friendly and kind and also very knowledgeable. The venue was beautiful and calm and a pleasure to do this workshop. The materials offered were great and made the terrarium look fantastic. So pleased with my outcome.

Terrarium class review by Yvonne Stanford - Sydney

Dalina Tong Jan 2022


Loved this terrarium workshop! I went with my partner and we both really enjoyed our experience. The class was quite relaxing and easy to follow - the only hard bit was having to choose only 4 of the many succulents they provide! Would highly recommend this for a date or even a birthday outing.

Chloe Wu Jan 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Really enjoyed this flower arrangement workshop with Chris. The flower intro part was really fun and I truly loved how Chris later taught us about different bouquet-making techniques! Very practical.

Floristry class review by Chloe Wu - Sydney

Juan Martinez Jan 2022


Great class, Great Instructor and Great Materials. Would definitely recommend to a friend and would be interested to check out their other classes.

Kylie Little Dec 2021

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


It was a fun awesome workshop which meant I could make an amazing wreath. There was a great ran of material and textures to add to the look of my natural wreath.

Floristry class review by Kylie Little - Sydney

Jennifer McLuckie Dec 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Our teacher was a charming lady from Dublin. Helpful and chatty. Materials beautiful and easy to use. A great class!

Floristry class review by Jennifer McLuckie - Sydney

Irene Leung Dec 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great venue atmosphere for small group. Teacher friendly. All materials provided. Fun activity for girls day out.

Emma McCormack Dec 2021


Would highly recommend this workshop. Small class, great venue & Chris and Orla were more than happy to share ideas & inspo. Love my flower wreath!

Mark Tawadrous Dec 2021


Excellent guidance, materials and advice provided by Merchant & Green, small class run in a covid safe way and a great afternoon overall

Christmas Wreath and Bubbles Workshop review by Mark Tawadrous - Sydney

Alexandra Bhatti Dec 2021


This is the second time I've taken this wreath making workshop. Chris creates a warm, friendly and relaxed environment and is an excellent guide. Our class has turned into a lovely annual tradition! Highly recommend.

Jules Jones Dec 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Another fabulous workshop at Merchant & Green. Thank you to Chris & the friendly & knowledgeable team for a wonderful creative morning in the beautiful M&G studio. Lots of guidance & floristry tips on how to create our wreaths plus a beautiful array of floral goodies & greenery to suit whichever style of wreath we chose to make. Our teachers made sure that individual needs & styles were catered for. Great value & lots of fun in a lovely relaxed environment. Everyone made a beautiful Christmas wreath & a great time was had by all. Thanks so much Chris for another lovely workshop. Will definitely be back for more.

Floristry class review by Jules Jones - Sydney

Laine Fullerton Dec 2021

20 ClassBento workshops attended • 9 reviews


This was such a fun class to do with my mum and sister! Chris and the team at Merchant & Green are so friendly and provide you with so many different botanicals and foliage to create your wreath. You’re free to work away and make whatever you wish but they’re also willing to help at any stage. It was so nice to see everyone create something entirely unique with the same set of materials!

Christmas Wreath and Bubbles Workshop review by Laine Fullerton - Sydney

Felicity Webb Dec 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris was extremely pleasant and helpful and friendly!
He gave lots of useful tips and demonstrations!

Alice Stapleton Dec 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Lots of materials to work with and good workshop space. Great to do it face to face to get feedback from the class instructor.

Wei Tang Dec 2021


Chris was very friendly and helpful. My friend and I enjoyed the class very much. Highly recommended!

Make a DIY Christmas Wreath at Home review by Wei Tang

Christine Toohey Dec 2021


Wow, what a thoroughly enjoyable class. The team at Merchant & Green @ 674 Bourke St, Redfern were incredible, supportive, and encouraging. The workshop space was beautiful, full of natural light, the abundance of greenery and dried flowers provided suited a multitude of tastes you could tell it was thoughtfully selected by Chris and his team.
I would highly recommend this class for anyone willing to give it a go and have a lot of fun. Considering a plastic wreath in the shops will put you back over $100 there is little more gratifying than making your own decoration. The materials supplied are top-notch and everyone in the class produced unique stunning wreaths that matched their personality and home décor. 10/10

Floristry class review by Christine Toohey - Sydney

Norita Murphy Dec 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


A fantastic festive class. Very informative, plently of materials resulting in a beautiful wreath at the end. Great day out!

Zaklina Todorovic Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Orla was amazing - super friendly, fun and helpful. I learned some great tidbits about wreath making and was so into my creation the hour flew by! Would highly recommend.

Med Blackmore Nov 2021


This was my first class and I must say, it was fun. The enrolment process was clear and easy to do. All of the items needed for the class arrived in plenty of time. The teacher was lovely, easy to understand with clear demonstrations. She was positive and encouraging with good knowledge. I will definitely be taking another class.

Karen Chapman Nov 2021


I really loved this Zoom class!

Nice steady pace, lots of chatting and suggestions and great products to work with

Very pleased with what I made it turned out better than I anticipated, helped by the great products supplied and knowledgeable tutor

Thanks for a great time! :o)

Make a DIY Christmas Wreath at Home review by Karen Chapman

Gabrielle Baker Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The teacher was great at explaining things. The booking was easy and emails were replied to quickly for re-booking dates due to covid. Enjoyable and relaxing experience!

Joanne Cole Nov 2021


The teacher was great we had lots of fun while learning. Products were great. I will be recommending the class to others

Imelda Tomas Nov 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


This is my 2nd class at Merchant & Green. Orla remembered me from the first class I took which was Kokedama class which was very humbling. Chris who taught this class was absolutely lovely. He was informative, very open to questions, hospitable and such a joy to be around. The materials were perfect and a variety to pick from. I'd be back for another class soon again! Thank you.

Terrarium class review by Imelda Tomas - Sydney

Cynthia Wu Nov 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Chris is so friendly and knowledgeable. Will attend his workship in the future for sure.
Me and my girl both enjoyed it!

Merril Hotchkin Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Awesome Chris you made it so fun and informative Thanks for sharing your expertise with us

Adrian Montalto Nov 2021


Very relaxed class, Chris was very friendly, and we left with a beautiful succulent terrarium

Caitlin Fuller Nov 2021


Chris is lovely and I learnt a lot about succulents and other flowers from him and the class. It was a great, I’ve done it twice now! Would definitely recommend and would even come back for a third time.

Terrarium class review by Caitlin Fuller - Sydney

Cynthia Co Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I had to wake early for this class as it starts at 9am on a Saturday, but it was worth it. The teacher(sorry forgot the name) was friendly and patient. Answered all my questions clearly. Explained what kokedama is and the process of wrapping a plant root into a base of soil and spagnum moss. My kit arrived within the week of the class so everything was ready for my, turned out one on one class. My teacher was well dressed and has an engaging smile. We chatted as well so all through the class we talked and laughed as friends do. Although only half an hour, I got all the useful info regarding kokedama making. Thanks a lot!

Emilia Keating Oct 2021


Wonderful! Thankyou so much, had the best time. Would definitely do again. Feeling creative and inspired

Terrarium class review by Emilia Keating

Barbara Ryan Oct 2021


it was an awesome class and the instructor was friendly and informative! it was a great team exercise. the only minor issue was the glass terrarium container was broken when it was delivered for one member of the team and another member of the team did not receive their pack. Otherwise it was great and lots of fun!

Richard Hanson Oct 2021


It was a great experience, lots of laughs and learning. Thanks so much!

Krystal Ammann Oct 2021


I suggest to recommend doing it outside for those with OCD!

Michelle Graham Oct 2021


The class was a great one to do on-line. The contents of the pack were clearly labelled, and it was very easy to follow the instructions during the class. The resulting terrarium looks great!

Ishani Karunanayake Oct 2021


It was great and clear instructions. Enjoyed the session alot

Estelle Liedemann Oct 2021

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 14 reviews


Nice little class to do, it is for a small succulent so don’t expect a large plant in the mail. Great way to start though.

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Estelle Liedemann

Allira Hudson-Gofers Sep 2021


Chris was a fantastic teacher and we learnt a lot of interesting information about terrariums, in addition to making some wonderful ecosystems.

Chris Smith Sep 2021


Chris was excellent at coordinating the distribution of materials before the class (including a change of address!), and his enthusiasm for terrariums clearly shone through during the class. Happily recommend.

Terrarium class review by Chris Smith

Harry Lee Sep 2021


very friendly , helpful and practical. thanks a lot. was a Fathers day gift and appreciated.

Mandy Haddon Sep 2021

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Good Saturday fun! Our instructor was great. Very friendly and informative. And my kokedama is adorable. Thank you

Kokedama class review by Mandy Haddon

Melanie Young Sep 2021

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 13 reviews


We ran this class as part of an online team building/wellness event for work and it was fantastic! Kokedama's look quite complex but the process to make one was fairly easy and the result is very satisfying. Chris took the time to answer questions and provide advice about materials, watering etc. Everyone really enjoyed the workshop and are all so happy with their Kokedama. This workshop also worked really well as an online event.

Kokedama class review by Melanie Young

Katie Knight Sep 2021


He was engaging, knowledgeable, friendly ,class was interesting fun and easy to understand.i really e joyed it .

Tabitha Acret Sep 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Fun session, nice to have a plant I can keep and display after amd feel confident enough to make more which is good

Kate Dixon Aug 2021


It was clear what we had to do, the equipment we received was great and the teacher was very pleasant

Tarlia Spasaro Aug 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Very happy teacher was wonderful thank you we had a great time doing it thanks.

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Tarlia Spasaro

Jodi-Leigh Sullivan Aug 2021


The host was lots of fun and very organised and knowledgeable. Loved the class! Love our kokedama!

Emma James Aug 2021


Really enjoyed our class with Chris - a fun and informative session and well paced for amateurs like us. Looking forward to making more kokedamas!

Andrea Beaumont Aug 2021


Chris was really helpful and thorough, was also really inclusive and was sure to address all his students and facilitate good conversation (not always easy to do in an online setting!) Thanks so much Chris, will recommend Merchant & Green to friends!

Kokedama class review by Andrea Beaumont

Soumela Papadopoulou Aug 2021


Very nice class my son enjoyed it by doing the cokedama at home during the lockdown

Meredith Lane Aug 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


So so so good! Such a lovely and informative class. Super casual environment, class facilitator was patient, explained things carefully, gave interesting anecdotes/extra explanations and overall it was just such a beautiful atmosphere and way to spend an afternoon. I love my kokedama, and feel confident I could make more thanks to how well the class was run.

Dawn Uchida Aug 2021

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Chris is a fantastic teacher and made the session really fun and informative. Loved making my first Kokedama!

Virginia Lewis Jul 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Really enjoyed this class. The class was well paced and easy to understand. We had plenty of opportunities to ask questions and working with natural elements was very cathartic.

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Virginia Lewis

Trish Neal Jul 2021


Excellent class, good clear instructions for an amateur like me…worked well on zoom during lockdown in Sydney

Tara Sanhueza Jul 2021


This class was extremely fun to take part in. I would recommend to everyone and I would love to do it again. Very nice teacher. Very good at teaching us how to do Kokedama and had very clear instructions.


Overall great class and will definitely do it again

Nicole Mounser Jul 2021

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Great and interactive class! Participants said they really enjoyed and easy to follow along with great instructor!

Kokedama class review by Nicole Mounser

Catherine Lee Jul 2021

22 ClassBento workshops attended • 23 reviews


A simple craft box with a cute garden when completed.
All plants arrived in great condition and are growing/thriving.
If you have other stones, decorations you can add them to it

Terrarium kit review by Catherine Lee

Natalie O'Halloran Jul 2021

14 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


This is such a wonderful workshop! The teacher was warm and very easy to follow, with lots of tips and tricks to keep my cute new plant baby happy. The materials came beautifully packaged and the workshop was fun and highly organized. So relaxing. Can’t stop smiling

Kokedama class review by Natalie O'Halloran

Belinda Hines Jul 2021


A Small class, with lots of opportunities for questions and feedback, and very knowledgeable teacher

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Belinda Hines

Kylie Little Jul 2021

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


It was a fun easy class to do by zoom.Chris fave easy to follow instructions and I was able to make an awesome kodedama. I can’t wait to make some more.

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Kylie Little

Alannah Maher Jul 2021


Instructor made the class really enjoyable, accessible and interesting. This is a class where I felt motivated to continue doing kokedama as a hobby!

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Alannah Maher

Eric Emerick Jul 2021

14 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


This class was fantastic. Teacher was very personable and helpful. The instructions were super straight forward and turned into a cute little project. Would highly recommend.

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Eric Emerick

Nikki Ferguson Jul 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Orla is a fantastic, patient and knowledgeable teacher! Had a really great time putting together my kokedama, and look forward to making more in the future, armed with the great instruction Orla provided. I now have a beautiful, living ornament to enjoy! Highly recommend!

Kokedama class review by Nikki Ferguson

Kathy Donovan Jul 2021


This class was a lot of fun to participate in. The teacher demonstrated the steps very clearly and talked us through them all the while modelling the process. Loved the interactive nature . Thank you.

Kokedama class review by Kathy Donovan

Ximena Masgoret Jul 2021


I really enjoy it and the material provided were great! Now I know what will be the Christmas preset for my friends

Yeajee Hwang Jun 2021


It was very nice and healing class.
It made me feel calm and happy.
Try it!

Janet Gibson Jun 2021


Chris the teacher was warm and welcming; the class was well structured; the venue clean and amenable. Loved this class and would highly recommend it.

Ira Goyal Jun 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


We had a great time making our terrariums. There was a good range of materials to make your own creation. The instructor was very friendly and helpful too.

Carol Luu Jun 2021


A Really good teacher and fun relaxing session. Would definitely come back again for more!

Tammara Rizzo May 2021


Great value for money. Teacher was helpful, kind and fun. We got to experiment with the flowers with lots of feedback and tips along the way.

James Morgan May 2021


I took my wife to this class for her 30th birthday and it was awesome! Chris was extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. The studio was calming and spacious. We drank green tea while Chris showed us how to make our terrariums and how to care for them. I cannot recommend this class enough. Cheers Chris, we’ll definitely be back!

Terrarium class review by James Morgan - Sydney

Marietta Cordi May 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Excellent venue and value for money. I went home with 3 beautiful arrangements. Highly recommended

Marieta Vitangcol May 2021


Chris was amazing, made a newbie feel really comfortable. Would highly recommend doing his class.

Vanessa Beddie May 2021

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


The room was well set up on arrival, with aprons infont of each chair. We started on the making the small one with lovely teacher explaining each steps, then we moved to middle size which I enjoyed as we had learnt the techniques of how to do it now, then on the bigger one! Instructions card how to card n water given to us at the end. Highly recommend this class!

Kokedama class review by Vanessa Beddie - Sydney

Vanessa Beddie May 2021

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Attended the class, building well set up n everything prepared including aprons n jars of things needed in the kitchen so olao can reach get and pass/place on the table near us as worked showed us step by step explaining it, highly recommended doing it

Terrarium class review by Vanessa Beddie - Sydney

Tahlia Yule May 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


This course was so much fun. The teacher was super nice and my terrarium was awesome

Tahlia Yule May 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Teacher was patient, helpful, knowledgeable and just wonderful. Venue was great and class size perfect.

Imelda Tomas May 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Orla was absolutely wonderful. The whole setting was great from the moment we arrived at the florist to their workshop. We learned how to make Kokedamas and the environment was relaxed and so easy going. Instructions were clear. Orla was hands on if help was needed. Such a great class and looking forward to booking another one with Merchant & Green.

Kokedama class review by Imelda Tomas - Sydney

Wendy Frechtling May 2021


It was a lot of fun - time went remarkably quickly & the teacher informative & knowledgeable in a relaxed easy way

Tracy Hunter May 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Absolutely everything about our workshop experience was fantastic. The beautiful Ola was so helpful and friendly. Ola is definitely the bomb ❤️

Kokedama Workshop review by Tracy Hunter - Sydney

Bethan Williams May 2021


Oral was amazing and the class was very enjoyable Would highly recommend Such a great day

Terrarium class review by Bethan Williams - Sydney

Gilbert Mesa May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The teacher was an absolute delight. She was a uper relaxed and created an amazingly chilled atmosphere.
The class was heaps of fun and would recommend it to anyone. We did it as an Anniversary activity and this private class was perfect for it. Also I got to make a beautiful large succulent terrarium which I named Larry, which I will cherish for as long as I live.
Thanks Merchant & Green!

Private Terrarium Workshop review by Gilbert Mesa - Sydney

Jacqueline Chang May 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was a really fun class and great for someone who has zero terrarium knowledge/experience. The glass bowl was pretty big and even fit five succulents.

Kylie Jackson Apr 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Had a great morning with Chris making these gorgeous sculptures. Time flew by and I now have three kokedama plants of my own. Highly recommend.

Sreeja Banerji Apr 2021


Our instructor Orla was fantastic! My friends and I had so much fun working with Australian natives and learning ways to arrange them! Such a nice way to spend the day!

Floristry class review by Sreeja Banerji - Sydney

Sarah Bartolo Apr 2021


Such a lovely day! Teacher was amazing, super helpful and the blooms were beautiful. Was so happy to walk away with an amazing creation

Joey Chau Apr 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We had a great time at Merchant & Green again!
It was so much fun to join the kokedama class today.
The instructor was so nice and kind to show us how to make it step by step.
Easy to follow, fun to make your own kokedamas!

Kokedama class review by Joey Chau - Sydney

Yuka Yoshida Apr 2021


Lovely teacher
Great advice and kind demos.

And most of all lovely chatting with
the teacher and other attendants.

Thank you so much.

Floristry class review by Yuka Yoshida - Sydney

Albert Kartawardana Apr 2021


The terrarium workshop was great, it was run by a friendly teacher too!

Would be keen to come again

Ben McQueen Apr 2021


Excellent intimate venue, surrounded by flowers, with excellent positive teaching, without being creatively limited!
I can’t recommend this enough - it was so good!

Terrarium class review by Ben McQueen - Sydney

Mable Hau Mar 2021


I went to the workshop with my mum and two girlfriends and we all had a great time. All materials were provided. Chris the instructor was very patient and guided us step by step. We each brought home a unique terrarium with instructions on how to look after it. I would definitely recommend this workshop to all age groups. I found it especially suitable to spend time with elderly family members as the workshop is short and easy to follow with no physical effort required.

Serena Dang Mar 2021

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris was an amazing teacher and taught us the ins and outs of terrarium building and care. We booked it for a birthday and we had fun during the whole class.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Serena Dang - Sydney

Ella Bailey Mar 2021


Beautiful venue, enthusiastic and warm teacher. Beautiful flowers and great teaching would definitely come back. Only issue was that there definitely needed to be two staff members on as she needed to step away from the class a lot to serve others and it made the whole thing run late- totally not her fault! But that did impact the experience. Loved it though. Òrla was fabulous.

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Ella Bailey - Sydney

Joey Chau Mar 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We had a great weekend activity at Merchant & Green.
As a budding green thumb, Teacher Chris was kind and helpful to show us how to make a terrarium and how to decorate it.
He has a large range of knowledge of plants and experiences!
If you are thinking about the class, just join it and trust me, you won’t regret it!

Terrarium class review by Joey Chau - Sydney

Kylie Little Mar 2021

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


Excellent class it was great to learn how to make an arrangement.very easy to do once you understand the technique.it was great to try making the arrangement multiple times before making a final one to bring home.The teacher guides you through the class offering suggestions. A great fun class that makes you feel confident to arrange flowers.

Floristry class review by Kylie Little - Sydney

Suzanne Johnston Mar 2021


Fun and enjoyable class. Great teacher. Love the end product. Would recommend. Easy way to spend an hour on a Saturday

Joanna Grygierczyk Mar 2021


Fabulous class! Super passionate teacher and really encouraging. He Let us play and have fun after teaching some techniques. All the wildflowers were fresh and beautiful to craft to our creative eye. Would highly recommend it!

Chris Corscadden Feb 2021


Very warm and friendly teacher who is patient and engaging with everyone in the class.

Ben Yeo Feb 2021


Great way to start the weekend! The teacher was friendly and very clear in the instructions.

Kokedama class review by Ben Yeo

Kiana Gonzales Feb 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Teacher was amazing, explained everything so well. Had all the materials that we needed provided and was very accommodating.

Michael Momdjian Feb 2021


Super fun private class with useful hints and tips on how to care for your succulent in a comfortable location. Would highly recommend as a great gift idea.

Kylie Little Feb 2021

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


Awesome teacher gave clear guidance easy to follow. Very high quality dried flowers. I was able to make an amazing flower arrangement that was much bigger than I imagined.

Floristry class review by Kylie Little - Sydney

Jaclyn Quitoriano Feb 2021


What a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Small class size, great tips and instructor very friendly. Highly recommended

Floristry class review by Jaclyn Quitoriano - Sydney

Maria Pirrello Feb 2021


Very friendly informative teacher. Good clear instructions and good that all materials were provided. No stress event. It was a present but I would now buy for other people. It was great fun and would definitely attend another workshop by them.

Deshan Seb Feb 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class Nice teacher Fun vibe. Good materials supplied. Would recommend to friends and go again.

Peter Hunt Feb 2021


A wonderful experience. Friendly, knowledgeable teacher in a beautiful space with all materials and more besides.

Beth Wilding Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris created a lovely,relaxed environment and made it possible to try different styling techniques.He made everyone feel confident they could achieve an amazing finished product by sharing his expertise and providing simple instructions and guidance. The flowers were super fresh and the space was really well set out.

Gillian Dryland Jan 2021


Chris, our instructor had a lot to contend with. He had 6 family members spanning 3 generations. It’s a testament to his skill that even the most timid of us could feel satisfied with our final arrangements. He was funny, knowledgeable, encouraging, and a great communicator.
The venue was lovely, the foliage interesting, and the whole family had a great time. Thanks!

Holly Deakin Jan 2021


Chris was just great. A beautiful environment with lovely plants and materials to choose from. We absolutely loved it

Terrarium class review by Holly Deakin - Sydney

Tony Merlo Jan 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended


Teacher was knowledgeable with a fine selection of plants and materials made available to design and build your own terrarium. Enjoyed it so much that we were sad when it ended. Only improvement would be to see some completed designs and to be shown all the types of rocks before we stared to design our own terrarium. We felt it may have improved our design given we had never done this before.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Tony Merlo - Sydney

Michelle Favero Jan 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


A fantastic morning spent with Chris who was a great teacher - very relaxed but very knowledgeable. I love my Kokedamas which have pride of place in my garden.

Kokedama class review by Michelle Favero - Sydney

Sinead Teague Jan 2021


The class was really enjoyable. The venue was in a house just across from Chris's flowershop, it was a perfect setting for the class. He was extremely helpful and gave lots of tips. You then took your creations home with you, so it is definitely value for money. Would recommend.

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Sinead Teague - Sydney

Peta Eggins Jan 2021


Such a great experience! My friend and I really enjoyed ourselves. Our teacher was really lovely and full of plant knowledge. The working space, materials (vase, plants, soil, moss, stones and decorative pebbles) and guidance were all great. I got to ask a bunch of random plant care questions too which was a bonus! I'll definitely go back for some other classes.

Terrarium class review by Peta Eggins - Sydney

Brooke Wemyss Jan 2021

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Chris is an awesome teacher & the classes are fun & informative.

I have done 2 workshops with Chris & I can’t recommend Merchsnt & Green highly enough

Michelle Favero Jan 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Fantastic fun. Chris is a great teacher and conversationalist. So happy with my three kokedamas. Would definitely recommend this workshop. No previous experience is required and the result is stunning. The facilities were great too. I will return.

Lindsey Jastrzebski Jan 2021


Chris was an incredible host, the workshop space was divine and our terrarium class was nicely paced and full of good information on how to look after our creations. Definitely recommending this workshop to friends and keen to look into the other classes Chris hosts.

Terrarium class review by Lindsey Jastrzebski - Sydney

Eimear Clancy Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great class. Chris is a lovely teacher who is patient and caring. The kokedamas were easy to make and the process is fun. Lovely way to spend time doing something both creative and relaxing. Came home with 3 lovely kokedamas each.

Sarah Smith Jan 2021

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Fantastic experience. Chris is so friendly and helpful. Amazing venue with an awesome teacher. Highly recommend

Irene Chork Jan 2021


Chris was patient, clear and I got to take home 3 lovely plants with instructions on how to care for them. Highly recommend. A meditative process

Clara Luxford Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Participants received a warm welcome to an enriching, hands on fun experience in a comfortable and pleasant work space. The process of creating the three Kokedamas was very absorbing and satisfying helped by a great teacher.

Janine McLeod Jan 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended


The teacher was friendly welcoming and informative It was fun The premises were excellent and staff very friendly and I walked away with a lovely terrarium that I made I will do another workshop with them

Brooklyn Smith Jan 2021


We loved our class chris was informative, thorough, engaging and clearly knew he stuff! He was helpful and provided guidance where needed but let us do our creative thang!
It was clear all the plants were well looked after and the materials were excellent quality.
We can’t wait for another class!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Brooklyn Smith - Sydney

Shirley Ng Jan 2021


This was such a great class! It was a lovely change of pace and Chris was so welcoming. We’ll definitely be back!

Angela McDermott Jan 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was a fantastic way to spend time on a Saturday afternoon. Chris was a great teacher knowledgeable, friendly and generous. The venue was easy to get to by car with free parking nearby and I walked away with three beautiful Kokedamas. I’m very happy!

Kokedama class review by Angela McDermott - Sydney

Shafia White Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Loads of fun, and came out with three adorable kokedamas that I hope to keep alive.

Amanda Blakers Jan 2021


This was a great class, the studio was lovely and the teacher had a good knowledge of plants and tried to incorporate a cultural aspect to the class as well. The process was fun and the plants provided were healthy and advanced.

Anna Richards Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Beautiful work space, teacher was friendly, calming and ready to help at any stage. There were plenty of materials to go around and they were great quality. This is my second class with Merchant and Green and I would definitely do another.

Christmas Wreath and Bubbles Workshop review by Anna Richards - Sydney

Bella Burge Dec 2020


This workshop was so good! We arrived late but they were so accommodating and even helped us with directions. I am very keen to book in for another workshop with them!

Debbie Mackinnon Dec 2020


A lot of fun and Chris was a cool teacher with plenty of ideas and inspiration! All very festive!

Floristry class review by Debbie Mackinnon - Sydney

Polly Seager Dec 2020


Fantastic Xmas workshop - Chris was a great teacher. Really fun and will definitely do it again.

Bonita Lipman Dec 2020


Absolutely loved it. Super casual with lots of help if needed. Chris was great and we all had such fun creating our own individual wreaths. Materials were beautiful and lots of variety. Highly recommend it for a great experience.

Warin Changak Dec 2020


Class was amazing I got a present to take home for my boyfriend. I recommended to everyone

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Warin Changak - Sydney

Amy Little Dec 2020


Knowledgeable and friendly teacher. Easy to follow steps. You will take home a beautiful terrarium.

Terrarium class review by Amy Little - Sydney

Cindy Hatfield Dec 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Wonderful class to quickly learn how to make an impressive wreath. Teacher (Chris) was patient, supportive and knowledgeable. It was a very relaxed and lovely environment. Thanks!

Natalie Milanovich Dec 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Fantastic class! Chris was very knowledgeable and made the experience very enjoyable. I would highly recommend!

Julie Maxfield Dec 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This was fun! and the class was very pragmatic.
Thank you
The best for these holidays

Make a DIY Christmas Wreath at Home review by Julie Maxfield

Laura Ikin Dec 2020


Appreciate that running Zoom sessions are hard - I spend half my working week on online calls and understand engaging the group is not easy especially when people choose to have their cameras off (we had our camera on) It would have been nice though, if the option was given to attend the session in the studio, given restrictions have lifted and the group looked to be 2 main groups, 1 of friends and 1 workgroup, celebrating Christmas.

Unfortunately, the contents of our wreath boxes were very minimal and not at all worth the price we paid ($125) It was also sad that we didnt all have access to the same materials. So while some people were able to make a lush, full and pretty wreath, some of us had very basic items (nothing metallic, nothing pretty like wheat or bunny tail) The photos of potential outcomes are very misleading given majority of the materials that appear in those wreaths were not provided. It is almost laughable that the wreath would last longer than 1 season as it was turning to dust as we made it, so I can only imagine the state of it a year later.

Did we have a good time? Yea absolutely - because we had some drinks and spent the evening with friends. Would we recommend this session? No, not at all. This was the 2nd most expensive class we found, which was double the cost of some other classes so we expected it to be worth the extra cost. Unfortunately, it wasn't.

Elise Chung Dec 2020


A really enjoyable class that I was able to do at home, which was perfect as a new mother. Chris was very helpful and explains all steps clearly. The material was of a very high quality. I would highly recommend the class and will be looking to do others.

Make a DIY Christmas Wreath at Home review by Elise Chung

Dominica Ingui Dec 2020


Wonderful new workshop space - with some very friendly and knowledgeable facilitation by Orla. Such a high quality experience, I truly recommend to anyone who is looking for a wholesome afternoon out.

Terrarium class review by Dominica Ingui - Sydney

Elizabeth Somerville Dec 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Great workshop with a knowledgable, friendly and attentive host. Materials were great quality and there was a great variety of foliage, tones and textures to use. The studio space was also generous with lots of room to spread out and create. I'd highly recommend this workshop to anyone, it's suitable for a range of ages and abilities.

Vanessa Clayden Dec 2020


Chris was most enthusiastic and clear in his instructions- loved it all.Materials were nice and arrived in good time before the class. Great many thanks Renate

Kerryn Houghton Dec 2020


Great class with fantastic instructions
Loved that everyone in the class had different flowers
Highly recommend

Andrew Hansen Dec 2020


The Christmas wreath making class was very fun. I always wanted to make one by my self, so I was.l very excited at taking this class. The zoom lesson was great. The instructor, Chris gave us clear explanation and he was very helpful. I would love to take another class like this sometime soon!

Silvia Lu Dec 2020


Friendly, knowledgable and attentive teacher, stylishly minimalist surroundings and a nice selection of succulents to choose from

Sarah Cui Dec 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This class was so much fun! The succulents were great quality and every step from making the terrarium to caring for it afterwards were explained very well. The new workshop was spacious and beautiful, we would highly recommend this class!

Terrarium class review by Sarah Cui - Sydney

Laura Hagan Dec 2020


Class and teacher was fabulous. Only thing I could suggest is a more open access to materials. Some people were disappointed that they couldn’t make a wreath that truly represented their style and space because they were limited to the wreath put in front of them. Luckily we had a really nice bunch of people with us at the workshop and everyone was happy to share what they didn’t need. But on a whole everything else was fabulous and it was a really enjoyable evening.

Kylie Little Nov 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


Great class loved making the terrarium. The teacher is awesome very friendly and knowledgeable on subject. I was able to make a terrarium that looks professional. I love it would recommend it very highly to anyone who wants to make a terrarium. Definitely would take another class with them again.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Kylie Little - Sydney

Steven Matthew Nov 2020


What a beautiful experience! It was so relaxing and our teacher clearly knew lots about the topic and was happy to share his love and passion with us.

Michael Towle Nov 2020


Chris was a great teacher, the class flowed fluently and we both loved the experience, thank you!
All the materials were provided to design our own terrarium.
Definitely recommend.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Michael Towle - Sydney

Kirsten Davies Nov 2020


A clearly delivered and a lovely class. I enjoyed it a lot. Thanks so much

Nicole Muller Nov 2020


Very enjoyable class. Engaging teacher, terrific craft box. A great way to ease yourself into the Christmas spirit.

Kylie Little Nov 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


Zoom class was great awesome teacher. The pace of class was great and I was able to create an amazing wreath. The quality of the dried plant material was superb ver impressed.

Floristry class review by Kylie Little

Tara (Michael) Nov 2020


Quality wreath and flowers. Chris is absolutely lovely. Highly recommended!

Amy Vuong Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Attended this class earlier in the month, it was amazing! Chris is very knowledgeable. Loved that the class was taken place in the florist :)

Maria Moiso Nov 2020


Really enjoyed learning how to make a Christmas Wreath. Chris is absolutely charming and his Florist Studio is amazing. Great location, parking right out the front and friendly team and customers. Would love to do another class with Chris.

Floristry class review by Maria Moiso - Sydney

Lucy Smy Nov 2020


This was a great class and Chris is awesome. He is calm - even when his internet briefly failed. He was kind and attentive to everyone.

Kokedama class review by Lucy Smy

Michelle Tek Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This was such an amazing and informative class. We were able to make 3 different pieces and take home the rest of the flowers we didn’t use. The time just flew by, and I had a blast.

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Michelle Tek - Sydney

Ingrid Russell Nov 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We had a great time! Chris was super knowledgable and our terrariums came out beautifully. Kits come with tracking and arrived quickly too.

Soujanya Raj Nov 2020


What an amazing class. We were only 2 students in the class so go a lot of personal attention and it was great to learn the history of all these different flowers. I loved the flower shop as well so colourful and so beautiful. We got to make 3 different pieces an take away so much knowledge. Loved it!

Floristry class review by Soujanya Raj - Sydney

Marcella Hager Nov 2020


We did this class today and it was just amazing. A brilliant way to get back in touch with nature. Left feeling very zen and proud as punch with 3 gorgeous Kokedama’s. Thank you for such a brilliant experience.

Carer Vmch Oct 2020

104 ClassBento workshops attended • 104 reviews


Our clients started providing positive feedback to us as soon as the class finished. The creations were just gorgeous. Thank you.

Kokedama class review by Carer Vmch

Felicity Coombs Oct 2020


Wonderful few hours at the florist shop. Friendly teacher who passes on his knowledge and techniques

Fran Conaghan Oct 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Lovely space and inspiring displays.
Thank you Orla for the insider tips on Producing a beautiful bunch of wildflowers. I really enjoyed the workshop! Cheers Fran

Floristry class review by Fran Conaghan - Sydney

Seilly Hon Oct 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Amazing experience and really enjoyed the class. Chris really great teacher and knowledgeable. It’s really help with the isolation and gain experience with this class.

Maria Stojanovic Oct 2020


I did private class at Merchant & Green Redfern flower shop and it was more then I expected. Chris (with 20+ years in flower industry (you can see that confidence straight point :) ) ) was very helpful, not just teaching me how to make beautiful flower arrangements, and recognising flowers in the first place, but also with so many tips that will help me to open my own flower shop one day.
Thank you so much guys!

Tamara Hildebrandt Oct 2020


Great experience - highly recommended.

Dylan Kumar Oct 2020


Enjoyable, answered all our questions. Lost track of some of the steps possibly due to speed. A part from that good experience.

Nina Muhleisen Oct 2020


Absolutely brilliant session - everyone received their package in time, and Chris our host was brilliant answering all our questions and stepping us through how to make the Kokedama. The team had a great time, it was an excellent way to bond in our virtual environment

Lucy Wang Oct 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Excellent class, what better way to de-stress than spending an hour surrounded by beautiful greenery, and listening to our wonderful teacher Chris talk us through the fundamentals of terrarium building. We love our terrariums, and will be back for the other classes offered by Merchant & Green.

Terrarium class review by Lucy Wang - Sydney

Ashlee Linck Oct 2020


Our class was for a team building event and it was absolutely brilliant! It was soothing, creative and enjoyable! Highly recommend!

Catalina Bonavia Oct 2020


Really nice, informative and enjoyable class. I was part of a class with my working team and we had a lovely time with Chris. 100% recommended!
Thank you very much!

Bill Pritchard Sep 2020


I loved the class. The trainer was excellent. Very professional, beautifully organised. And i love my finished products. And the environment was perfect. I am seriously thinking about doing the terrarium workshop.

Kokedama class review by Bill Pritchard - Sydney

Joy Smith Sep 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Chris is a marvellous teacher. He explains things so clearly and is happy to answer questions. I also did the terrarium workshop with him

Amelia Glass Sep 2020


Very friendly instructor and a lovely setting in the florist. Had lots of fun making our kokedama.

Danielle Trent Sep 2020


Had an absolute fantastic morning , well worth it and highly recommend it . Was really fun and relaxing

Kokedama Workshop review by Danielle Trent - Sydney

Dani Sep 2020


Brilliant class with all materials of excellent quality. Instructor was knowledgeable and friendly. Would recommend!

Kerry Lowe Sep 2020


Thanks for a great start to Saturday morning. We are off making more kokedamas! Happy weekend.

Alyse Shute Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great class! Our teacher was really friendly and following the instructions was easy, he was happy to go over steps a few times which was really helpful too. Doing the class via zoom was still fun and interactive, it was good to see everyone’s Kokedama creations at the end. The kit contained good amounts of everything you need.
I really enjoyed this class and would recommend it!

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Alyse Shute

David Mueller-Wiesner Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Plenty of material and great instructions. Would definitely recommend to all plant lovers. More advanced Zoom classes would be great.

Marie Tan Sep 2020


Such a fun and easy class to follow! Can’t wait to make more kokedamas :)

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Marie Tan

Alison Corsiatto Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The presenter was awesome and it felt like you were in the studio doing the class.loved it

Hannah Gee Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I absolutely loved my workshop at Merchant & Green! The store is absolutely beautiful and a wonderful place to spend the morning. Every step was explained thoroughly and included not only instruction on how, but why each step was important, alternatives we could use if we wanted to make a terrarium in future, and an explanation on the origin of the plants and how best to care for them. It was a really fun class and I loved the terrarium I got to take home. Would absolutely recommend this class to do with friends, or just by yourself - you'll make new friends as you work.

I was also very happy with the Covid safe measures - our workshop was grouped with people we had arrived with, but with adequate space from people in different groups. We were all provided a mask if we didn't already have one, gloves, multiple opportunities to wash our hands, and hand sanitiser. From a covid perspective, this class covered everything, and attendees can feel completely safe while they're at Merchant & Green.

Paul Bird Sep 2020


Thankyou Merchant and Green, Chris you were very kind in sharing this beautiful art form of Kokedama. A fantastic outlet whilst in lockdown and having our 2 teams across 2 states , Victoria & Queensland joining virtually . It was awesome and so much fun.

Kokedama class review by Paul Bird

Jennifer Eardley Sep 2020


Loved the class . Nina was very welcoming and instructive.
The class was held in the middle of a florist store, which made it a very pretty venue.

Fahrena Mitchelson Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


What an amazing experience. You come out of the class knowing exactly what to do. All materials provided, you take home 3 beautiful kokedamas, and the teacher was fantastic!

Jeff Sargeant Sep 2020


I really enjoyed this class! Very welcoming environment and the instructions were very easy to understand.

Ola was happy to answer questions and checked everyone’s work to see how they were going.

Dwayne Beale Sep 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


I thoroughly enjoyed this class. A great venue, a knowledgeable personable teacher and I came home with 3 kokedama made with high quality plants and materials so great value. Highly recommended.

Aiden McCann Sep 2020


Chris was a great teacher! Really valued his time with us and have learnt a lot

Paulette Parisi Sep 2020


Such an amazing experience. Thank you Chris! I would by this as a gift for anyone

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Paulette Parisi - Sydney

Louise Richards Sep 2020


Merchant & Green hosted a class my myself and some workmates over VC. It was super fun and interactive - really took our mind off work for a couple of hours! We had some technical difficulties with using Google Meet at the start, but other than that it worked really well.

Joanne Afiatini Aug 2020


The class definitely gives you value for your money, the quality of flowers they have are amazing. The teacher was so lovely. I enjoyed it so much that time really did fly past. Would definitely recommend

Dried Flower Arrangement Workshop review by Joanne Afiatini - Sydney

Kate Rowan Aug 2020


Such a beautiful and highly recommended class. The venue is gorgeous and the teacher was so warm and welcoming. Thank you again for a truly beautiful day at Merchant and Green!

Judith Townsend Aug 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


We had a fabulous time this morning. Environment was wonderful, Chris attentive, knowledgeable, well paced, clear instructions, ginger tea a bonus. I left feeling a great sense of achievement and with three lovely kokedama. I will certainly be back for other classes. Judith and Irene

Heather Vmch Aug 2020

104 ClassBento workshops attended • 104 reviews


Chris is a fantastic teacher - very thorough and a wealth of information. Our ladies & gentleman all thoroughly enjoyed learning to make a beautiful Kokedama, which they can now keep to remind them of the fun they had in this class. Thanks Chris :-)

Alana Domizio Aug 2020


Very friendly and extra helpful, even when asking about care of some of our other plants.
Easy instructions to follow and gave us a little history and extra information about terrariums.
Thank you for a wonderful Sunday morning class! What a great way to start our day!

Terrarium class review by Alana Domizio

Mary Gill Aug 2020


Great teacher. Clear instruction, fun and interactive. I love my kokedama Thank you. Thank you

Kokedama class review by Mary Gill

Sally Stacey Aug 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Easy to follow, easy to understand, clear instructions. Couldn’t be better.
Inspired me to try a few more

Christine Deane Aug 2020


Highly recommend this class for any beginner! Chris was a great instructor, went slow and made sure everyone had a chance to ask questions.

Anne Nizoridis Aug 2020


Chris was amazing patient, funny and inspiring.
Would recommend doing this so relaxing class
Thank you

Molly Hogan Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Absolutely loved this class Great value for money ,Chris is amazing.
You will leave wishing you were a florist

Kylie Hayes Jul 2020


Chris was very friendly and created a very relaxing atmosphere for us to all enjoy doing the workshop. He had amazing knowledge on the flowers and the process of drying flowers. He was super encouraging and gave us some really handy hints but allowing us to be creative and have a go.
We all loved the finished product so much

Dominique Mitchell Jul 2020


Nina, our teacher, was fun, knowledgeable and lovely, as was the host Merchant & Green. Highly recommended!

Christine West Jul 2020


Great kokedama making class with Chris from Merchant & Green. Very welcoming and helpful, and happy to share his plant knowledge and online view of his beautiful store.

Rosemary Green Jul 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Chris was clear and concise with instructions, explained and demonstrated the process well. Questions were answered promptly.

Amaya Swindail Jul 2020


Very helpful and described what we had to do. Was easy to follow. Thank you.

Leah Andrianopoulos Jul 2020

21 ClassBento workshops attended • 9 reviews


Fantastic, lots of fun. Great teacher. Loved this class. Inspired to make more kokedama. Highly recommended.

Jill Plowright Jul 2020


Sue and I really enjoyed the lesson, we now feel inspired to make some more Kokedama. Although we are not in lockdown it was good to see a bit of the world from Chris’s shop and say Hi to other participants.

Kaylene Clarris Jul 2020

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Merchant &Green presented todays online workshop professionally and personable. I would recommend this workshop. Thank you

Joy Smith Jul 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


This class was fantastic, everything was explained so clearly and answered questions on how to do terrarium in closed small containers. I would recommend this class.

Susy Magon Jul 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Chris at Merchant and Green was a fantastic teacher! My friend and I had an amazing time making Terrariums for our birthdays! Thankyou so much for being so encouraging and helpful. The environment at Merchant and Green was super welcoming and relaxing. :)

Lee-Anne Jobe Jul 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Terrific learning experience I would highly recommend it.
I’ll be making these at home for friends as I love them, great gift idea.

Valerie Gan Jul 2020


Teacher was amazing and we had heaps of fun learning something new! Its definitely something I would love to do again with a group of friends and colleagues as an activity together.

Ebony Wilson Jul 2020

12 ClassBento workshops attended • 13 reviews


Fantastic class! Our team really enjoyed themselves.
Thanks again to the team at Merchant & Green.

Alice Sarratee Jun 2020


The class was amazing! The class was in in cute flower shop. Chris is very informative and very helpful during the class. Highly recommended

Carol-Anne Cooper Jun 2020


I thought the instructions were easy enough to follow. I was pleased to have managed to keep it all together and get the string around it! The Zoom meet was good and clear.
I was pleased to receive my kit in good time, however I was concerned to be able to keep the plant alive for the in between time.
Overall a good class and I will try to revamp an old one that I have.

Kokedama class review by Carol-Anne Cooper

Lucy Robertson Jun 2020


Simple, fun, very satisfying class. Chris was a very knowledgeable teacher and gave us lots of extra advice on plant care in general. I love my kokodama and actually had enough material to make two!

Kokedama class review by Lucy Robertson

Sally Killoran Jun 2020


Fantastic course with Chris and some lovely people who I met on zoom. I'm really happy with the end result!

Ebony Wilson Jun 2020

12 ClassBento workshops attended • 13 reviews


Great class! The team really enjoyed it. Thanks again for a fun and informative class.

Divya Pereira Jun 2020


Totally enjoyed the class from the start. The workshop was set up beautifully midst the flowers,Chris was great Glad I picked this class

Dee Booth May 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Helpful and knowledgeable instructor, the class was a lot of fun. Now I want to make heaps more!

Carla Bignasca May 2020


Chris was an excellent teacher, helping the class every step of the way with clear and concise instructions. Would recommend this to friends and family and anyone who is just starting out with plants or looking for something else to do than just display them in another nice pot.

Ann Stevens May 2020


So much fun! What a wonderful knowledgeable teacher. I need to pick my next class!

Robin McLean May 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Chris was very clear and went slowly so I could follow his instructions. He answered all my questions and was very helpful. Thank you and I’ll do more courses!

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Robin McLean

Jata Haan May 2020


Thoroughly enjoyed our streamed online workshop with Chris. He was clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about his work, a great teacher and the end results looked beautiful. The centrepiece of our table! Would highly recommend this class.

Terrarium class review by Jata Haan

Michelle Ng May 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Chris was so lovely, knowledgeable and very approachable! Had such a great time and learning experience! Thank you so much Chris - can’t wait to see my love for terrarium grows! (Pardon the pun!)

Terrarium class review by Michelle Ng

Deonisia Soundias May 2020

21 ClassBento workshops attended • 20 reviews


I loved this class! Thoroughly enjoyed it and now have a beautiful terrarium to enjoy ongoing. Thank you Chris!

Make a Succulent Terrarium review by Deonisia Soundias

Tammy Pardon May 2020


We very much enjoyed the class. It was fun and informative and we will now be able to make the kokadamas ourselves

Sarah Stevenson May 2020

16 ClassBento workshops attended • 13 reviews


Great class where you end up with a pretty terrarium at the end! The teacher was lovely and made it fun and easy to follow along. Would definitely recommend :)

Belinda Osmond May 2020


Such a great class! Thank you Chris for a awesome time, we had a great time, and Mum loved it for her birthday. Highly recommended

Vanessa Lennon May 2020


Such fun! Chris ran a great session, easy to follow the instructions and see what he was doing. And a lovely terrarium at the end of it.

Emily English May 2020


Really fun class, quality products - including 3 different succulents, excellent teacher and a gorgeous handmade terrarium to keep!

Michelle Renshaw Apr 2020


I found it relaxing & also with the current Corona Virus, it was good to interact with other people. Loved the end result. Chris was lovely.

Ann-Maree Pantoja Apr 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Chris was so friendly and had a wealth of information regarding kokedamas. It was fun doing the workshop virtually too!

Evie Wilcox Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The make your own terrarium was a great experience I and my daughter had a great time. Thank you Chris from Merchant and Green for showing us how to make a terrarium and supplying the resources required to make the wonderful ecosystem. All in all I loved the experience and would recommend and do it again.:)

Terrarium class review by Evie Wilcox

Andrea Ferguson Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The materials we received were labelled and packaged with care.
Chris was really friendly and informative; the steps were well explained and easy to follow.
The "hand-camera" view as well as the presenter view was a great addition to the Zoom meeting.
We love our new mini-terrariums!

Terrarium 101 review by Andrea Ferguson

Arlita McDonald Apr 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended


Easy to follow class over Zoom. Chris was friendly and provided plenty of advice and tips to nurture my kokedama baby afterwards. Also showed us examples of what you could do so if you wanted to continue to make more, you could use your new knowledge and skills.

Kokedama class review by Arlita McDonald

Linda Blair Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This class was fun and interesting. I love the plant I made during this class.

Kathryn Power-Scott Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Loved the ‘Make a Kokedama’ class - I adore my first homemade kokedama and look forward to making many more! Thank you

Make a DIY Kokedama review by Kathryn Power-Scott

Anne Stewart Apr 2020

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Chris was excellent - calm, relaxed and explained everything well. Also answered all my questions Great session - loved it1

Anique Apr 2020


Really enjoyed my recent 'How to make a Kokedama class' on ClassBento. It was incredibly easy to follow, fun and engaging. The class started on time and the presenter gave very clear instructions. Would definitely recommend.

Katherin Apr 2020


The Kokedama class was a stress release session much needed in this tough time. It was easy to do with the guidance of an excellent teacher. I enjoyed it so much!

Kokedama class review by Katherin

Marianne Arenas Apr 2020


I purchased a private class for my team during isolation and it was fantastic. It ticked the box for my team feeling reinvigorated and doing something to feel connected again. Even though it was online, it still had the feeling like we were all in the studio together which was great. Will definitely be doing this again!

Kokedama class review by Marianne Arenas

Anuradha Seneviratne Mar 2020


The terrarium class was great! Chris was informative throughout the process and we got to select our cactuses as well as decorate the way we liked. Highly recommend as a unusual birthday present.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Anuradha Seneviratne - Sydney

Katherine Ding Mar 2020


It fun, relaxing and therapeutic. Would definitely do it again and would recommend doing the private class

Michelle Topacio Mar 2020


Instructor is very good, nice and accomodating. Intimate class with attentive teacher. Would definitely recommend!

Mitchell Struyve Mar 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris is a terrific teacher and host. He explains everything step by step. The finished product is a lovely unique terrarium - beautiful and ready to place in the home. We learnt lots about creating and also caring for a terrarium.
Great venue. Highly recommended.

Michael Weerden Mar 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended


The teacher was really knowledgeable, passionate and very welcoming. The class is pretty much held in the shop of a florist and is a little snug. There is lots of choice in plants and material for your teranniums. Its a great quick and impressive course with a finished terrarium to take home.

Katrina Farrell Mar 2020


Orla was a great teacher and the session was completely hands-on, so you get to practice the skills before leaving to try again at home. And you get to take your creations home too - I have three new kokedama!

Mellissa H Mar 2020

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Great class with fantastic resources.
Very easy to follow and we all had a lot of fun.

Terrarium class review by Mellissa H - Sydney

Samantha Bleuel Mar 2020


Chris was great, very informative and fun. Lovely small class. My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Sarah Nicol Mar 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Greeted with a herbal tea in a lovely buzzy florist. Had great fun learning how to make & look after a Terrarium. Very thrilled with the finished product.

Jessie Cacchillo Mar 2020


Chris was lovely and informative. The class was fun and intimate. A perfect way to start a Saturday morning with friends.

Mary Datoc Mar 2020


Chris was a fantastic facilitator and encouraged us to be creative. We loved being surrounded by the plants and flowers in his store as we created our terrarium. Chris provided everything we needed from the vessel, soil, pebbles, plants & accessories. So much fun - highly recommend.

Terrarium class review by Mary Datoc - Sydney

Rifat Kibria Mar 2020


It was a great class led by Chris - we really enjoyed it, thank you very much.

Lauren Weatherford Mar 2020


Basket weaving using natural fibers found in the environment was fantastic! Robin, our teacher, was very helpful with instructions. The class was small, giving us time for individual attention. We learned several techniques which was really nice. The shop was cute and although it was very hot that day it was comfortable enough to complete our baskets. Lindsay, the shop keeper was kind enough to offer us aprons and tea upon our arrival. It was a nice way to meet people and learn something new. Thank you.

Emma Perkins Feb 2020


This was recommended by a friend. Great teacher, relaxed atmosphere, would highly recommend to others!

Ray Ward Feb 2020


Fun activity for a Sunday morning! Our teacher was very friendly, fun and knowledgeable. Excellent value for money, highly recommended!

Claudia Mackay Feb 2020


This was so fantastic Orla was so lovely to interact with. She was very informative and positive ☺️ The space was fantastic for a private workshop for two and we even enjoyed a peppermint tea whilst we worked. We learnt all about how to care for our new terrariums and what to look out for with them. Amazing value for money! And just so much fun! Thank you to Orla It was even better because of your great help and fun conversation ☺️

Private Terrarium Workshop review by Claudia Mackay - Sydney

Hee Lim Feb 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Teachers were kind, it was easy and fun and we had fun and made good memories.

Chloe Wagenknecht-Reid Feb 2020


I absolutely loved the terrarium workshop! The teacher was so relaxed and helpful and shared knowledge and tips for our plants at home as well as guiding us through our terrarium making.
All the equipment and items were beautiful and there was great variety of rocks, stones, plants and even little handmade, stone animals to put in the terrarium!
It was great value for money and I would definitely do another workshop here! The venue was beautiful and the work station was set up very well with lots of room and the teacher made us all a tea to sip on while we worked away! :) love

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Chloe Wagenknecht-Reid - Sydney

Harriet Barley Feb 2020


I had a great experience at the terrarium workshop. Chris the owner was super friendly, helpful and knowledgable. I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to try something new!

Annalise Chriqui Feb 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teacher was lovely and didn’t leave any questions unanswered. Had such a great time creating a beautiful terrarium to take home. Would definitely do it again

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Annalise Chriqui - Sydney

Madeleine Baxendale Feb 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Highly recommend this class! Everything was meticulously organised and explained, it was a relaxing and creative space and I loved every minute of it

Make a Succulent Terrarium review by Madeleine Baxendale

Gretel Spiegel Feb 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Chris is a fabulous teacher and extremely helpful & encouraging.
Love my kokedama
Thank you
Regards
Gretel

Kokedama class review by Gretel Spiegel - Sydney

Leanne Feb 2020

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Had an excellent time at this class. I really enjoyed the funky venue and made a fantastic terrarium

Simone Tallent Feb 2020


Fun and informative class, great for beginners. Chris was very knowledgeable and friendly. Small class size allowed for lots of one on one attention and help when needed. Would highly recommend.

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Simone Tallent - Sydney

Adrienne Hoare Feb 2020


This class was fantastic! Chris and Lee were so lovely and helpful.
The space was so beautiful, will definitely do more of their workshops in the future!

Kylie Little Feb 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


The teacher was excellent and explained why each step was important and was very helpful during the process.Loved the class and would do another workshop as it was fun and everyone made very different terrariums.Very easy to get to about a five minute walk from the Surry Hills light rail stop.

Terrarium class review by Kylie Little - Sydney

Gabrielle Dardouillet Feb 2020


It was my Christmas gift and i really enjoyed it! Nice teacher, small group, and nice work space. Playing with the textures and creating something beautiful, it's really relaxing and satisfying. Thank you!

Kokedama Workshop review by Gabrielle Dardouillet - Sydney

Mark Borda Feb 2020


The class was well run and a fun, relaxing start to the weekend. The terrariums looked great.

Emily Cesca Feb 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This was a really fun date day for myself and my husband. We got to play with different bouquet shapes and learn about how to use various textures and sizes of foliage together. Olna was friendly, knowledgeable and supportive and gave us a great balance of instruction and creative freedom. We both walked away with a beautiful bouquet, and I’ve already told my mom that another workshop with Merchant and Green would be a great gift idea.

Floristry class review by Emily Cesca - Sydney

Brigitte Greene Feb 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Fun workshop with small class size and great teacher! 100% would recommend for anyone interested in plants

Nicole Heinrich Feb 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Teacher was amazing! She was very informative and also patient in explaining each step. We would definitely come back to this venue again just for the service

Poonam Kamboj Feb 2020


The instructor was really good and very friendly. Clear instructions, very informative and practical session.

Xiya Li Jan 2020


Teacher was really friendly, gave useful info to everyone. Very relaxed environment would highly recommend

Peter Key-Matuszak Jan 2020


Our teacher was engaging , knowledgeable and friendly. Great selection of succulents, pebbles and decoration. Great atmosphere. I'd recommend this to friends for sure.

Cynthia Subakat Jan 2020


Amazing, teacher is really friendly. The atmospheres great. Instruction was really thorough tok with plenty of time for questions.

Terrarium class review by Cynthia Subakat - Sydney

Nicoletta Crollini Jan 2020


Fantastic experience and one of the few you can take something home! Great teacher and enjoyable relaxed space. Highly recommend the terrarium workshop to anyone!

Linda McCarthy Jan 2020


This greenhouse terrarium class was a fantastic experience for our girls day out. Chris was extremely accommodating when we needed to change our booking and he created a really relaxing atmosphere for the class. I could feel my stress melting away as I dug my fingers into the moss. I really enjoyed learning about the plants and the little ecosystem they create and it was really interesting to see how different our terrariums looked by using slightly different materials and soil levels to decorate. Great fun and creative experience

Camille Vachon Jan 2020


Loved the class, it was easier than I thought and the instructor was Lovely. Got to take my beautiful terrarium home too :)

Michael Stacey Jan 2020


The teacher was very friendly and helpful. The store was beautiful and all materials supplied were nice. My wife and I really enjoyed our time there.

Hayden Wright Jan 2020


Chris was a great host , very knowledgeable and friendly. We very happy with our terrarium :)

April Palmerlee Jan 2020


Purchased this for two 8-year old girls. The venue was very flexible about arranging a time convenient to me, and the final product is beautiful. It looks professional, despite being made by children. The class is scheduled to be 1-hour, but it really only took less than 30 minutes. Highly recommend!

Natalie Read Jan 2020


Teachers were fantastic! They were easy to get along with and had lots of knowledge to share on the practice of Kokedama which was very interesting! Would highly recommend this class or any workshop at Merchant & Green as it is a beautiful, relaxing space. Very rewarding experience. Thank you.

Ross Lieber Jan 2020


Fun class, the kit provided was decent and the experience was enjoyable. All in all, our terrariums turned out nicely and the photos looked good.

Lucy Burnitt Jan 2020


So much fun and such a good end result. Also learnt a lot too. Great teacher!

Hannah Phan Jan 2020


Chris and Linz were amazing We've learnt so much on how to take care of our indoor plans xD

Terrarium class review by Hannah Phan - Sydney

Alex Nicholls Dec 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


This class was amazing, I had so much fun. The teacher was lovely and the florist had such a great atmosphere. Really beautiful materials, would highly recommend!

Mia Callanan Dec 2019


Excellent fun class with Chris. Looks lovely in my home. Would recommend as a perfect birthday gift.

Noni Chan Dec 2019


Fun activity for hens day!
Really accommodating hosts, lovely shop
And beautiful terrariums of course!

Renee Kiely Dec 2019

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Great teacher, materials, location and value for money. Lovely afternoon spent sipping good champagne and being creative.

Floristry class review by Renee Kiely

Nicole Davies Dec 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


A fantastic class for beginners. Chris was amazing and so passionate. I would definitely go back for another workshop

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Nicole Davies - Sydney

Bethany Stavrakis Dec 2019


Chris was fantastic! He has a great spirit and loads of knowledge. The class was a perfect balance of education and exploration!
Highly recommend.

Michelle Blackwood Dec 2019


I just made a beautiful Christmas wreath at Merchant & Green. The instructor was so friendly and helpful that it made the process so easy and seamless. The class was limited number so we had lots of attention and we all left with a beautiful piece for Christmas. The materials provided were quality and easy to work with. Absolutely enjoyed the workshop as would anyone that books in to do it.

Floristry class review by Michelle Blackwood

Michelle Blackwood Dec 2019


Our hosts were extremely hospitable and friendly, going out of their way to make it an enjoyable class. They helped with advice but allowed us to put our own creative touch on things. Really enjoyed the class and came away with my own sustainable Christmas wreath which I will enjoy displaying at home.

Floristry class review by Michelle Blackwood

Christina Cardillo-Zallo Nov 2019

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Very friendly and enthusiastic teacher. Very knowledgeable and loved that we could ask questions about other plants and care. Beautiful, cosy shop, with some great little things and funky plants for sale.

Kokedama Workshop review by Christina Cardillo-Zallo - Sydney

Pip Thomson Nov 2019


Loved the class. It was such a great way to spend a Saturday morning. Orla was very knowledge and lovely. I got to take home a beautiful terrarium and was given tips and know-how if I wanted to make another in the future. Definitely recommend.

Terrarium class review by Pip Thomson - Sydney

Sudhesh Hegde Nov 2019


Christ was great very friendly and listening. Great to be part of the kokedama training.

Lachlan Andersen Nov 2019


The class was amazing! So much fun learning about terrariums and having total freedom with what we were creating. Chris was our teacher and he was outstanding! So nice and patient. 10/10 would recommend anyone doing this class.

Sarah Martin Nov 2019


Chris was a lovely teacher who was very patient and showed me a number of flower making techniques to give me a good foundation In flower arrangement. I took home two massive bunch of wildflowers I arranged with tips from Chris. It was a lovely class I’d highly recommend.

Gemma Gafa Nov 2019


The Kokedama class is a great workshop to be had with friends. Chris and the Merchant and Green team (thanks Chris & Georgia!) are very welcoming and friendly. Very good value, a great experience to laugh and relax and walk away with beautiful plants. Perfect for beginners and everything is provided. The Bondi location is a great location and beautiful store. Highly recommend!

Dave Murray Nov 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


What a great way to spend a Sunday. Thanks for a fantastic workshop! We had a great time making terraniums and a kokedama for a birthday celebration. Chris and Peter made us feel so relaxed and welcome. We will be recommending it to our family and friends. Thanks!

Kate McGloin Nov 2019


My mum and I had such a lovely morning with Chris learning lots of different ways to create a beautiful wildflower bouquet. Will definetely be coming back to do another class!

Andreea Hrincu Nov 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Great class taught by ever-patient, informative Chris. Everything was provided for us, and the end result was excellent! Highly recommend :)

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Andreea Hrincu - Sydney

Vineel Singh Nov 2019


Teacher was sociable, friendly and very informative. She made it very comfortable. We would recommend.

Kimberly Hetherington Oct 2019


Great intro to kokedamas and how to make them, thanks Chris! Great shop, small group, amazing florist

Kokedama class review by Kimberly Hetherington - Sydney

Kate Rowland Oct 2019


Chris was fantastic & a really great teacher. The atmosphere of his shop & his friendly personality really set the mood for an enjoyable experience. With the assistance & guidance from Chris we crafted our own amazing works of art. The high quality of material that was provided for us to work with certainly made our Kokedamas look top notch. Enjoyed it so much I would go again.

Kokedama class review by Kate Rowland - Sydney

Abby Lam Oct 2019


Everyone was lovely and welcoming. Very informative session. I love the look of my terrarium :)

Sophie Burgess Oct 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Chris is such a wonderful teacher; warm, calm, funny & expertly skilled. He’s extremely helpful with his guidance and practical in offering a 2nd paid of hands to help shape the kokedamas we made.
Thank you for such a joyful experience!

Archana Matt Oct 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The class was good fun, Christopher was really nice!
Materials Provided were of good quality and I enjoyed the class overall :)

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Archana Matt - Sydney

Tania Tan Oct 2019


Very patient and personable teacher who answered all my questions and carefully explained the techniques involved. Loved working and learning about Aust Wildflowers.

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Tania Tan - Sydney

Stephanie Reid Oct 2019


Beautiful class, well organised and run. Chris was great. Really enjoyable and would definitely recommend.

Jason Leong Oct 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Fantastic and fun. Learnt a lot about succulents and terraniums. Very intimate setting. Perfect for couples!

Justina Budiman Sep 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I did the Kokedama workshop on the 21st September at Merchant and Green Florist. It was a reasonable group of six persons surrounded with beautiful flowers and plants. An enjoyable and full of fun afternoon. The teacher (Orla) showed us how to make the Kokedama. And she patiently guided everyone of us to the end of the class, and answer any questions promptly.
I brought home different sizes of Kokedama with succulents and maiden hair.

Kokedama Workshop review by Justina Budiman - Sydney

Yuka Kumata Sep 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


My mum and I went to the Kokedama class at Merchant and Green on Saturday and we had the best time! Orla was our teacher and she was so lovely and talented. Very patient. We left with three kokedama plants each, of varying sizes. One small succulent, one medium succulent and one large maiden-hair fern! I would recommend this class to everyone :)

Typhaine Sep 2019


Orla was really nice and helpful. My husband and I loved the class Really recommend it :)

Katherine Sep 2019


Awesome class thank you Great teacher, very friendly and knowledgeable. Great value for money too given you get to take your own terrarium home Really enjoyed this class

Kylie Tomlin Sep 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great way to spend a Saturday afternoon - terrarium was easy to make and lots of helpful info on how to care for it was provided. Beautiful location inside the florist shop surrounded by plants and flowers.

Terrarium class review by Kylie Tomlin - Sydney

Jonathan Barel Sep 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Teacher was excellent. Learned so much. I'm very pleased with what i made and this was definitely worth the money

Hin Sep 2019


Our teacher, Orla is very knowledgeable and friendly. Had a lot of fun learning terrarium!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Hin - Sydney

Jason Chen Sep 2019


Amazing class. Learnt a lot and had heaps of fun planting our terrariums. Will be back for more!

Terrarium class review by Jason Chen - Sydney

Terry Lynch Sep 2019


Great fun and something different. We learned how to care for the plants in our terrarium and were able to design our own terrarium with the assortment of plants and stones available.
Orla was very friendly and knowledgeable and made the experience very fun.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Terry Lynch - Sydney

Elizabeth Symmons Aug 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Wow, what a great workshop. The class size was small which allowed for great support and guidance.

Abi Hughes Aug 2019


Loved this class! The location was lovely (at their shop in Bourke St), and Nicole greeted us and settled us in with a cup of herbal tea. Our tutor Chris was awesome, very knowledgeable and happy to chat about plants in general (I'm an orchid enthusiast and I got a few great tips). There were plenty of supplies, and Chris encouraged us to give our terrarium our own touches; everyone's looked individual and special. The class size of six was perfect, and my friend and I had a great time. Chris also gave us enough information about how to create our own terrariums at home. I thoroughly recommend this class!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Abi Hughes - Sydney

Maria Mamanidis Aug 2019


I really loved this course, I got exactly what I wanted out of it. The teacher, Chris was lovely, easy going, informative and patient. I loved the Kokedama that I made and so did my family. I"m so glad I did this course. Thank you

Phoebe Rogers Aug 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


A really lovely way to spend an afternoon, in a beautiful flower shop, with a delightful host who explained all you need to know about plants and terrariums. You get a beautiful product at the end. Highly recommended.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Phoebe Rogers - Sydney

Meiko Taylor Aug 2019


I had sooo much fun! 100% would do it again, highly recommend I had a really good day THANK YOU

Kokedama class review by Meiko Taylor - Sydney

Michelle Lin Aug 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


It was a lovely class with 6 attendees in total with a great light atmosphere. Chris was knowledgable and friendly.
We each ended up with a medium sized bowl with 3 succulents.
We got tea, banter, fun and the whole experience was great.

Terrarium class review by Michelle Lin - Sydney

Josie Aug 2019


The best one hour I’ve spent in a long time! The class was realistic, and perfect for anyone looking for a new pastime to be mindfully creative. Thank you for a wonderful class, teacher and venue.

Kokedama class review by Josie  - Sydney

Victoria Chen Aug 2019


Such a lovely class with an amazing and passionate teacher, really enjoyed it and would recommend!

Terrarium class review by Victoria Chen - Sydney

Yue Liang Aug 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


It was an awesome little class, my partner and i had so much to work with that we didnt know what to do with it! Chris was very informative and helpful, i was astonished by just the absolute beauty of what we had created. Highly recommend to anyone and everyone, this really is a class everyone can enjoy.

Alice Nguyen Aug 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was definitely a wonderful experience. A member called me to check up on of whereabouts because we were running a little late by 10 minutes, so we are grateful for the wait. The teacher was patient and took the time to answer our questions and came by to help us.
The atmosphere was peaceful with customers coming in checking the classes and the store out.
Would recommend to anyone who wants to get an introduction into plants and not get there hands too dirty!

Sarah Blatch Aug 2019


Was a great workshop, teacher was friendly and knowledgable. A glass of bubbles would have been good

Would recommend to friends :)

Lea Dawson Aug 2019

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Fantastic and fun. Lovely teacher and environment. Small class size. Very social.woulr recommend to friends.

Paula O'Brien Aug 2019


Really enjoyed this class. Chris and Orla were great. A lovely experience. Highly recommend it. Thanks.

Angela Pezzullo Aug 2019


I had a fantastic experience,
The teachers were so full of knowledge and helpful and so friendly,
The class is held in a florist,
it’s absolutely stunning and beautiful environment.
yes I will do another class with them

Kokedama Workshop review by Angela Pezzullo - Sydney

Gareth Chan Jul 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Teacher was very friendly and accommodating- he explained the layers of the terrarium and the function of each layer very well.
Materials were provided and teacher went through why we were using the materials.
Lots of time and space to use our creativity to make our own terrarium.
Location was great- very chill and nice atmosphere.

Jean Jul 2019


Great teacher, very helpful and knowledgeable. Lovely working space with plenty of materials to use. Very happy with my terrarium.

Donnae Distin Jul 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The class exceeded my expectations! We were warmly welcomed to the florist and our teacher, Chris was really helpful and knowledgable. There were a variety of materials to choose from allowing us to be as uniquely creative as we felt. We received guidance through each step in the process of building our terrariums. It was a relaxing and fun afternoon :)

Naomi Riley Jul 2019


Chris was patient, informative and friendly. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable. All equipment was provided and the quality was excellent. A fun and different way to spend a few hours that will bring many more hours of pleasure to come.

Emma Taylor Jul 2019


Merchant & Green are an amazing little company. I recently attended one of their workshops and thoroughly enjoyed myself. Mitch was an amazing host! His knowledge of plants and how to create beautiful arrangements is second to none. I would highly recommend visiting the store, the workshops are well worth your money! I know that I will definitely be returning in the near future.

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Emma Taylor - Sydney

Brianca Le Jul 2019


Great class with such a friendly and comfortable atmosphere. I'm a nervous person but I had a lot of fun and despite the unfortunate power failure in the region, it was resolved quickly with romantic candle lights. Though the lights did eventually turn on again. Great people, service, plants and overall I love it. The terrariums turned out better than I expected.

Terrarium class review by Brianca Le - Sydney

Jessica Durand Jul 2019


Great energy despite the black-out! The candle lights were a nice addition and make the class extra special :)

Michelle Hsu Jul 2019


Teachers were friendly, casual and very knowledgeable about their work. The class was done in the their beautiful florist store and amidst their flowers and ferns! Materials were all provided, along with a rustic apron to truly get into the spirit of things. A relaxing and creative way to spend time with your partner or bestie. Thanks Merchant and Green!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Michelle Hsu - Sydney

Leah Krischock Jul 2019


My husband gave this class to me as a Christmas present and I was delighted with his choice. The teachers were friendly and knowledgeable, kept the class running despite the minor setback of a blackout in the area and were attentive to each of the students. We were shown how to build up our dry terrarium glass bowl with each layer of material, receiving information on the purpose of each and important tips on things to avoid. I left the class with a beautiful succulent terrarium and the knowledge of how to build my own terrarium at home. I learnt that it is possible to propagate new succulents from broken off 'leaves' and am showering TLC on the pieces I took home in the hope that I will be able to use some of them in the next terrarium I make.
The venue was lovely. I enjoyed being surrounded by the beautiful indoor plants and cut flowers. This class is highly recommended.

Terrarium class review by Leah Krischock - Sydney

Sara Vickers Jul 2019


Great session - thank you. The venue was perfect, the instructors were very knowledgeable and helpful, & came away with a lovely end result

Terrarium class review by Sara Vickers - Sydney

Ethan Ding Jul 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was a beyond amazing experience with friendly knowledgeable and patient host! Definitely would recommend everyone to go try out!

Ethan/Andrew

Nicola Proud Jul 2019


We had the best time in this class. It’s an intimate space where you’ll have a personalised lesson & experience. Chris was an excellent and generous teacher. The products we used were such a high quality and Merchant & Green topped us up with extras to ensure we loved our bouquets. We will definitely be coming back for different class types, perhaps with a glass of bubbles!

Illana Sussman Jul 2019


Really fun and super friendly instructors. Highly recommended way to spend Saturday morning and you get to keep your work of art!

Luke McKey Jul 2019


We did the terrarium class and it was amazing. Our teachers were very helpful and personable and so much fun! Would absolutely recommend this class.

Private Terrarium Workshop review by Luke McKey - Sydney

Alix Ratcliffe Jul 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


The wildflower arranging workshop was excellent! Such a lovely afternoon with great information & guidance from the teachers while also letting us take our bouquets in our own direction :) We learned to make bouquets 3 different ways using the wildflowers. The workshop is in a gorgeous location in the florist studio, surrounded by wonderful flowers.
The flowers provided were beautiful and we each got to take home a huge bunch that we put together ourselves. I think it was perfect value for money & the class was what I expected & hoped for!

Floristry class review by Alix Ratcliffe - Sydney

William Kim Jun 2019


Fantastic class! Definitely worth the price you pay for. Thank you for making our Saturday special :)

Lianne Bissell Jun 2019


Chris & Mitch were perfect hosts, so attentive and fun. We were shown multiple ways of arranging flowers and ample time to play around with different ideas, there was absolutely no rush to stick to the allotted time. The herbal tea was also very welcome. Highly recommend this workshop and no doubt will be back again.

Floristry class review by Lianne Bissell - Sydney

Catherine-Anne Walsh Jun 2019


Wonderful afternoon. Thankyou. Great teachers and amazing shop. It really does have it all. Shall be back.

Travis Kecek Jun 2019


Amazing, teacher was very accommodating and friendly and informative. Everything I could ever want from that experience. Give that woman a raise.

Terrarium class review by Travis Kecek - Sydney

Linda Burrow Jun 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris is a wonderfully caring teacher. The class was informative and relaxing and the venue was superb. Loved every minute and took away an original creation

Tracey Lewis Jun 2019


There were only 2 of us so we received individualised attention. It was so much fun and it brought back memories of when I attempted macrame over 35 years ago. The teacher was amazing and attentive. I would highly recommend this class. I am now keen to do some more macrame workshops.
I was so impressed I purchased my pot for my Macrame Plant Hanger as well as some other items from Merchant and Gree.

Sarah Neill Jun 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Had such a fun time! Chris is lovely and it was so welcoming arriving and having a cup of tea waiting. The space is really welcoming and lovely and being in the storefront means you also see customers come in and chat about the flowers they’re getting etc. this was wildflowers and the selection was incredible - some I hadn’t seen before were really breathtaking and they look so good on my dining table now, too!

Floristry class review by Sarah Neill - Sydney

Kirsty Henry Jun 2019


Friendly host, great location and very informative session. We all took home a lovely succulent display too. Would highly recommend.

Sandra Dugandzic Jun 2019


My Mum, daughter and I loved this class. The teacher was very informative and gave very good instruction. The venue was easy to get to and lots of parking in nearby streets. The class was good value for money, we all had 3 Kokedama to take home. I feel that it is something we could now do on our own.

Sarah Jewry Jun 2019


The flower shop was really cute. The instructors were really friendly and easy to chat to. They showed us how to arrange the beautiful wildflowers and we made one to take home! It was me and 4 other girls and it was a super cosy afternoon. Would definately recommend

Floristry class review by Sarah Jewry - Sydney

Preeya Stanley Jun 2019


I got this workshop as a gift for my hubby who loves gardening and was looking to learn more about kokedama. Chris was our teacher. He was friendly and warm and a good instructor. The tasks were sequenced well, in increasing difficulty and we felt confident with each new task. The materials we used were of great quality and we got to take home the kokedama we created. We had guests over the next day and they were super impressed with our creations!
We really recommend this class!

Kokedama class review by Preeya Stanley - Sydney

Ashleigh Dunne Jun 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Teachers were extremely lovely, helpful and provided alot of information on how to care for our terraniums. The class was held in a beautiful flower shop and was so much fun to do.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Ashleigh Dunne - Sydney

Annie Huynh Jun 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Very good experience, had such a lovely time. The teacher was very informative and his passion rubbed off into me. Will definitely be back!

Joanne Nguyen Jun 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Amazing class! Workshop is small, cozy and teachers were very friendly. They were knowledgeable and helpful in explaining different materials used and the types of terrariums. Location is fantastic too as there are a lot of quaint eateries.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Joanne Nguyen - Sydney

Teagan Naidu Jun 2019


Fantastic class! It wasn’t rushed at all, we could take our time and get as much or as little feedback as you like. Very warm and welcoming teacher.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Teagan Naidu - Sydney

Harriet Gall Jun 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Held in a stunning florist shop, I couldn’t fault my Succulent Terrarium Making Class. Chris is passionate, patient and so knowledgeable about everything plants. The workshop was simple, informative and great fun. I love my new terrarium, it already has pride of place in my home. Highly recommend this course.

Terrarium class review by Harriet Gall - Sydney

Roigo Oliveira Jun 2019


Amazing experience! Very informative and helpful! I'm confident to have a try and make my own terrariums!

Daniel Voysey Jun 2019


Great environment, excellent value, friendly helpful staff. Highly recommend this for anyone with an interest in plants

Sarah Doolan Jun 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Fun lesson in a relaxed atmosphere, I learned something new and met new people. Highly recommended.

Laura Wilkie Jun 2019


Very enjoyable class. The teachers were lovely, very attentive and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend.

Beth Hubble May 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This class was amazing! I booked as a surprise for my partner’s birthday and we both thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Great instruction, good banter, really informative and lots of creative fun. Highly recommended!

Nikki Boer May 2019


Lovely way to spend a Sunday morning. Workshop presenter was friendly and attentive. It's nice to get creative and get out of your head.

Terrarium class review by Nikki Boer - Sydney

Evan Browne May 2019


Really welcoming teacher and small class size in a gorgeous setting.
Class went around an hour teaching about terrarium drainage/filtering/soil mix. We got one large and small succulent from a large variety to choose from and had tips on decorating with lots of decorations to suit preferred decor.
Definitely a memorable experience for yourself and plant-inclined friends.

Elena Biancardi May 2019


I had a lot of fun during this workshop and Definitely I’ll come back to do another one!

Terrarium class review by Elena Biancardi - Sydney

Ellen Woolley May 2019


This was a relaxed and very pleasant way to spend an hour or two. Both my teenagers loved learning the traditional craft also. The wonderful staff made us adept so naturally. The outcomes are surprisingly something I am eager to hang in our home. Excellent value and I highly recommend the experience.

Kokedama Workshop review by Ellen Woolley - Sydney

Marianne Gamblin May 2019


My daughter bought me this terrarium making workshop for Mothers Day for her and I to do together. We were warmly greeted by Mitch and Chris on arrival and offered a cup of tea.
The workshop takes place in the flowershop front and whilst I initially thought the space was pretty small I soon learnt there was plenty of room. Mitch was a great teacher, he taught us everything we needed to know about how to build the terrarium to how to care for the succulents. Mitch was really engaging and great fun. Both my daughter and I thought this workshop was excellent and the end product was beautiful - we are very happy with out terrariums.

Terrarium class review by Marianne Gamblin - Sydney

Divya Gurram May 2019


Thank you for a lovely class! A great birthday and mother’s day present for sure

Dylan Weisz May 2019


Teachers were great, very professional & welcoming ! We had a Great time.
A fun idea could be to get minature animals or small objects to decorate in future

John Nguyen May 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Fabulous experience. Chris was a great teacher, very encouraging, knowledgeable and patient. The environment was very inspiring and allowed our creative juices to flow even though we are new to this type of thing. Best thing we have done in ages Thanks Chris

Dan Coman Apr 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class, great venue.

Mitch was super helpful and gave us lots of tips. Also, the great bunch of flowers we got to take away was amazing.

Floristry class review by Dan Coman - Sydney

Hayley Bruin Apr 2019


The teachers were great and so was the lesson. We enjoyed ourselves, came away confident we can make our own and took away a beautiful personalised one each also.

Libby Wall Apr 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class in a beautiful store. Wanted to buy all the lovely plants and accessories, but I was happy to go home with my gorgeous terrarium. Would love to go back for the other classes.

Sarah Wright Apr 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Enjoyed this class! Was a friendly environment to walk into and our teacher was very welcoming. Good knowledge shared about why certain steps are taken and love the end product! Let’s hope I can keep it looking this good.

Eriko Yasumaru Apr 2019


That was a really interesting and amazing workshop. The teacher was very kind and supported us well. Definitely worth doing. Thank you.

Floristry class review by Eriko Yasumaru - Sydney

Alison Tierney Apr 2019


Today, I spent a very pleasant morning learning how to make Kokedama balls under the guidance of Chris (assisted by Orla). Chris, our friendly teacher made us feel welcome. His instructions were clear, he was patient, he provided assistance when needed and he was positive in his encouragement of our efforts. We ended the class having each made 3 respectable Kokedama balls and with enough knowledge to make more on our own. All up it was a fun workshop.

Tim Owens Apr 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Amazing experience. Lots of tips and super friendly staff. Would highly recommend
Thanks so much

Jane Box Apr 2019


The teacher, Chris very friendly and knowledgeable about all aspects of creating and arranging a Succulent Terrarium. The venue was a lovely little Florist Shop in the heart of Bourke St., Redfern, an easy walk from Central Station. All materials were provided and we were encouraged to choose our own plants to create our own design. Very good value for money. Well structured class with lots of helpful information and tips on how to create our own terrarium at home.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Jane Box - Sydney

Chelsea Martin Apr 2019


The venue was amazing and we were not short for anything there where plenty of options for plants and things to decorate with. I loved every minute of it!

Felicia Sunito Apr 2019

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


This was my first time joining a flower arranging workshop - and I super love it. Just want to say big thanks to Mitch and Chris for such a wonderful experience; they are such great and fun teachers. Besides learning how to arrange the flowers, I was amazed at the fact that there are many different kinds of native wildflowers/plants provided on the day. On top of that, I love that I get to bring my own bouquet arrangement home. I am glad I spent $130 for this particular workshop, it was a really good value for money.

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Felicia Sunito - Sydney

Emma Bendell Apr 2019


Mitch was a great and encouraging teacher. My friend and I had a ball learning something new. We were provided everything we needed. I would definitely go back and try another class.

Floristry class review by Emma Bendell - Sydney

Jacinta Thomson Apr 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris and Mitch were very friendly and offered excellent instructions and encouragement for preparing our own succulent terrariums. The premises was super aesthetically-pleasing and ambiance warm and refreshing. A great Sunday morning!

Ilan Gutman Mar 2019


Really well run class - fantastic instructors, learned a lot, and have a beatuiful terrarium on my desk now. Would definitely recommend to others :-)

Terrarium class review by Ilan Gutman - Sydney

Karen Profilio Mar 2019


Enjoyed this workshop very much. The venue was beautiful and very conducive to working with plants, being surrounded by them and also beautiful flowers. The teacher was knowledgable and had a supportive, easy manner. Everyone in class achieved a great result and I was very happy with the three Kokodamas I bought home. The skills are something that I will be able to use again and again on my own, but we were given some insider hints that made the whole process much easier. It was a relaxed, but productive, way to spend a Saturday morning. A super successful workshop, thank you!

Kokedama class review by Karen Profilio - Sydney

Stephen Cashen Mar 2019


great fun, friendly staff made the group feel welcome.
fantastic way to learn a new skill and would definitely recommend it to my friends.

Kokedama class review by Stephen Cashen - Sydney

Sue Mirow Mar 2019


Fantastic class. Relaxed friendly environment. Great teacher.
Motivated to go and create more. Highly recommend

Sherry Zhuang Mar 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


A good life is filled with interesting and amazing experiences. This is one of them! Learnt so much about terrarium. Thank you!

Terrarium class review by Sherry Zhuang - Sydney

Andrea Vicente Mar 2019


The class was so much! It was well paced and we weren’t rushed through which allowed me to let my creative juices flow! Would recommend anyone to give it a go. Teacher Chris was very knowledgeable and Mitch very helpful too.

Priya Roy Mar 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


This was a really enjoyable morning! The teachers were patient and generous. It was a peaceful and fun way to spend an hour and I got to walk away with my very own terrarium to remind me of that peace every time I look at it!

Christopher Lang Mar 2019


This terrarium making class was a great experience. Teacher was very knowledgable, made the subject matter easy to understand and was also more than happy to answer questions about other plants too.

The store was fairly easy to find, all you have to do is look for the nice plants out the front. I would definitely recommend doing this class if you are at all interested in terrariums, the class makes it look easy and everything is provided.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Christopher Lang - Sydney

Keena Hudson Mar 2019


Lovely teachers, really personable. Attention to detail. Knowledgeable, attentive and helpful but not intrusive. A peaceful, artistic afternoon in a gorgeous setting.

Laila Mar 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Small class of four and excellent instruction. Lovely assortment of succulents to make and take home a lovely mini garden. Feel confident to also make one on my own now and know where to shop for everything, no need to admire the ones at the Saturday markets anymore as I can now do myself!

Shirley Mar 2019


Located in a quiet and leafy street, this workshop was so much fun and set at a really leisurely pace. The morning didn't feel rushed and we were taught kokedama in a set of really easy to digest steps and were guided throughout the whole process. Ian always offered help or advice when we needed it and made it such a great experience. Would highly recommend!

Kokedama class review by Shirley - Sydney

Georgia Carter Mar 2019


Such a fabulous class! Small group and made 3 plants to take home. Couldn't recommend it more!

Jemma Norrington Mar 2019


Amazing class, Mich was such a great teacher and we will certainly go back to learn more. Beautiful shop, very pretty and accomodating.
Certainly Recommended

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Jemma Norrington - Sydney

Kelly Macri Mar 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


What a wonderful workshop for a Saturday morning! We made 3 absolutely beautiful kokadama plants to take home and all the supplies are included in the price. It was a great day and Iain the teacher is so friendly and relaxed, we all loved hearing about the kokadama and all other plants/flowers. We will definitely be back for another kind of workshop - thank you so much!

Kokedama Workshop review by Kelly Macri - Sydney

Mitchell Struyve Mar 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Outstanding teacher with excellent knowledge. Informative, enjoyable class. We created a beautiful terrarium each to take home.
Highly recommended.

Terrarium class review by Mitchell Struyve - Sydney

Stephen McCarthy Mar 2019


A great way to Learn new gardening/planting skills, in a relaxed laid-back atmosphere ,small class great teacher, a lot of fun and great Kokedamas to take home - What’s there not to like?

Kokedama class review by Stephen McCarthy - Sydney

Joy Mestroni Feb 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Another great workshop more skills that I can put to use! Chris is very easy to understand and very thoughtful!

Yvette Wyborn Feb 2019


Chris was a wonderful teacher, we learnt a lot about plant care and how to take the skills we pulled together today on to future projects. The space was beautiful, the lesson was brilliant, the materials provided were wonderful, and it was great value for money. Literally the best afternoon I've had in recent memory.

Yvette Wyborn Feb 2019


An excellent class with an encouraging, knowledgeable and friendly teacher. We had a wonderful time and took home some great decorations.

Michelle Bartolo Feb 2019


It was a great class with a wonderful teacher. Very enjoyable and 3 beautiful Kokedama to take home.

Sabrina Parr Feb 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Lovely space. Lovely teacher. Enjoyable learning experience. Really impressed with what I made! Highly recommended.

Kokedama Workshop review by Sabrina Parr - Sydney

Maggie Devine Feb 2019


The class was just amazing! My partner and I had such a blast. Christopher was so enthusiastic and informative throughout our time there.

He completely made our day by teaching us how to build a terrarium. We hope to do another class again later in the year!

Thank you for a wonderful time.

Sophie Ellis Feb 2019


Venue was great, teacher was great, we thoroughly enjoyed the class and love our finished items! Only thing is we got the bug and now want to learn how to do everything Would highly recommend.

Terrarium class review by Sophie Ellis - Sydney

Tess Hattingh Feb 2019


Wonderful experience! The teacher was lovely and the class was taught in such a beautiful environment.

Joanna Goldman Feb 2019


The terrarium class was great! Our teacher provided excellent instruction and it was a fun and relaxed environment. The location was lovely (within a gorgeous florist) and the supplies to make our terrarium were excellent. I’d highly recommend the class and plan to do another in the near future.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Joanna Goldman - Sydney

Michael Martin Feb 2019


Fun class with an informal, relaxed atmosphere. The teachers were clearly quite knowledgeable and we came home with professional-looking terrariums.

Pedro Ruiz Feb 2019


I absolutely loved this workshop. The teachers were super approachable and very informative and educational. The venue was really nice and had a lot of visual stimulation in it. I love the fact that they gave you everything to make your own terrarium and the best part is to take it home. The value for money and time was great and I now have the confidence to make my own terrarium. Thank you guys!

Terrarium class review by Pedro Ruiz - Sydney

Yolanda Torresan Feb 2019


This is a wonderful class. The florist setting makes for the perfect venue surrounded by fresh flowers. The host is friendly and helpful.

Tegan Kirk Feb 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The class was awesome! Friendly, healpful teachers with loads of knowledge. A great way to start the weekend

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Tegan Kirk - Sydney

Cherie Muir Feb 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


A lovely thing to do with friends.
Chris was a great teacher and the wildflowers were gorgeous. Highly recommend the experience.

Courtney Moran Feb 2019


The teacher was awesome and very helpful and very patient and fun. The space was beautiful and the kokedamas we made were great. Awesome experience, I will come back to do more classes.

Sally Oughton Feb 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I absolutely loved this class - was a Xmas present for my mum who loved it too! Great location (the florist is beautiful, loads of all day parking and a great cafe next door!), really friendly teachers, small class size. The Kokedama we made and took home are stunning (and worth more than the cost of the class if purchased from a florist!) and it was just SO MUCH FUN! Really really great morning!

Kokedama Workshop review by Sally Oughton - Sydney

Susan Cummins Feb 2019


Beautiful venue, super well organised and Chris was an excellent teacher. We really enjoyed learning how to make kokedama

Kokedama class review by Susan Cummins - Sydney

Belinda Catorall Jan 2019


Fantastic class! This was a great way to spend the morning learning a new skill. Chris was a helpful and encouraging host who shared his knowledge on all things kokedama with the group. I recommend this course.

Zoe Park Jan 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Fortunately I attend the class alone :) Venue is small but such an amazing shop ! Mitch is extemely friendly and let me have fun making my own terrarium. I got lots of good info regarding planting as well because I don’t have green thumb :)

Darren Inchley Jan 2019


Had a great time, learnt heaps and loved our finished Kokedama. Looking forward to the next class

Linda Fisher Jan 2019


I had a great time today and took home a lovely bunch of wild flowers which I was taught to arrange. A big thanks to Chris and Mitch, for sharing their skills in such a friendly workshop.
Would highly recommend.

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Linda Fisher - Sydney

Bronte Hampson Jan 2019


Teacher was great and very friendly! Full of knowledge about all different plant! Highly recommend.

Julie Hampson Jan 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


My daughter and I spent a wonderful morning with Mitch creating our terrariums. He is very knowledgeable and engaging. We were offered a wide variety of stones and plants. We learnt a lot and ended up with 2 fabulous terrariums.

Terrarium class review by Julie Hampson - Sydney

Jessica Hua Jan 2019


Great class! Class was a good, intimate size so it was easy to converse with others and the teacher. Also loved the advice given on how to care for not just the terrarium/succulents but also other plants which is good for a beginner plant owner like myself. Would reccomend over and over again!

Terrarium class review by Jessica Hua - Sydney

Nancy Ashcroft Jan 2019


I enjoyed this class so much.
The teachers did a fab job of guiding us through each stage and explaining everything we were doing along the way.
My class was bought for me as a gift from my mother-in-law, and i cant wait to buy myself the next class.
Nancy x

Louise Gunawan Jan 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great fun class! Max. of 6 people in the class.
Chris is such an excellent teacher with a lot of details, patient and fun! The fact it’s succulent, less maintenance to do. Love it

Kiah McGowan Jan 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


This class was such an amazing gift! The teacher was engaging and really nice. The terrariums turned out great! Would definitely recommend.

Terrarium class review by Kiah McGowan - Sydney

Sonia Keith Jan 2019


Great class, location, teacher and you do get to take something home at the end.

Mary Blainey Jan 2019


This workshop was not only vey enjoyable but informative too. Neither my daughter nor I are gardeners but Christopher led us through a range of activities and choices to arrive at a beautiful succulent terrarium that we had made ourselves ! Great fun.

Terrarium class review by Mary Blainey - Sydney

Kim Catt Jan 2019


What a great relaxing activity to do while on holidays. Chris the teacher was friendly and a wealth of knowledge. My private wildflower class was amazing. I learnt so much as I was guided through the stages of putting my arrangement together. A great experience and best of all I have an individual arrangement to hold, touch and take home with me to enjoy for days to come. I will be back and recommend the shop and class.
Kim

Joy Mestroni Jan 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


My teacher was so very informative and helpful. Everything was provided and the venue is inspiring with all the beautiful flowers and accessories. I had so much fun and I learnt heaps !

Mikayla Calder Jan 2019


Enjoyed the course. Venue was great and teacher was friendly and informative.
Would recommend this course for a relaxed afternoon.

James Dean-Willcocks Jan 2019


Very enjoyable, teacher had a lot of expertise which was kindly shared with us, and great value for money

Daniel Hawkins Jan 2019


What was the teacher like?

The teacher was so kind, engaging, passionate, knowledgeable, and fun. We had such great conversations about all things plant, and he was part of the reason the afternoon was so perfect. He encouraged us and offered professional tips and insight to make our terrariums look amazing.

How was the venue?

Merchant & Green is a cute little florist in Redfern and the perfect place to create your own terrarium. When surrounded by lush plants in such a quaint and cute little shop you really feel warm and in your element when creating your lil world.

If materials were provided, did you like them?

Everything we could have ever needed or wanted was provided. If we needed more soil or features or decorations they were all provided. Even items which weren't obviously needed for decorating were provided and looked for as our teacher tried to help us create the best terrarium we could. Most importantly the little plastic animals were provided which, let's face it, is the best-looking feature in the terrarium.

Was the class good value for money?

Considering you would buy a terrarium that size for about $100, you get to build your own, customize it, and have the knowledge and experience for an extra $50 per person, its very worth it.

What did you do / learn?

We were taught all about terrariums, how they work, why they work, and why they're made the way they are. We are then instructed step by step on how to create it, while being checked and encouraged at each step. Along the way, helpful insight and tips on how to create it as best as possible is given. We were also taught how to look after it at home to make sure it lives as long as possible.

Chloe Zhou Jan 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Ola was great in explaining all the different aspects of putting together the terrarium and you are made to feel welcome and comfortable in the small class setting.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Chloe Zhou - Sydney

Charlene O’Sullivan Dec 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teachers were very helpful! And the materials were really good! I felt like it was really good value and got to make three beautiful kokedama balls! It was a great way to introduce myself to the world of plants!

Kokedama Workshop review by Charlene O’Sullivan - Sydney

Sarah Gell Dec 2018


Lovely venue and great teachers, Orla and Paloma were friendly and knowledgable and the class was fun

Helen White Dec 2018


Loved the class, good atmosphere, fun and relaxing with easy guidance to making the kodedamas which are excellent presents and good skills to have.

Cassie Schulze Dec 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The Venue was easy to access with helpful and caring staff. The teachers were happy to answer any questions and all material was provided. We had an amazing time and were very happy with our end products.

Sam Amora Dec 2018


Great value educational workshop! The teacher was really helpful and friendly and we got to take home 3 plants each!

Kate Owens Dec 2018


Chris ( the teacher ) was fantastic my 8 year old granddaughter and I both loved this class. It was amazing value for money all the materials to make 3 kokedamas were supplied. It was such a cute venue too. Highly recommend this course to anyone who loves plants.

Kokedama Workshop review by Kate Owens - Sydney

Jayne Ormerod Dec 2018


Great class Paloma was awesome, very chilled and allowed us to be creative in our own way. The shop was a beautiful environment and all the materials high quality. Super enjoyable and great to take home our beautiful terrariums

Hayley Thompson-Pettitt Dec 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class! Lots of knowledge and a smalll venue and class to make the event special.

Thanks for a great afternoon!

Melanie Ngo Dec 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The class was great fun ! Learnt lots and had plenty of time for all questions to be addressed. The teacher was very knowledgeable and helpful. Would definitely recommend the classes

Lily Widodo Nov 2018

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Thank you Chris for such an enjoyable & fun class. Love your travel story too Will come back for more

Kokedama Workshop review by Lily Widodo - Sydney

Porscha Sinoch Nov 2018


Great fun! We learnt so much and had such a lovely time. We will be back.

Private Terrarium Workshop review by Porscha Sinoch - Sydney

Emma Kuebler Nov 2018


My mum and I participated in a class run by Mitch who was extremely knowledgeable, really friendly, and super helpful. We had a wonderful time and felt that we learnt great techniques when it comes to putting together your own bouquet or arrangement in a vase. The cherry on top was being able to walk away with our beautiful bouquets at the end of the class! And a special thanks to Chris who was also so friendly and helpful and who made up an exquisite bouquet upon my request.
Thanks guys!

Wild Flower Arranging Workshop review by Emma Kuebler - Sydney

Linda Baker Nov 2018


Had the best time in this class. The hosts were great, answered all questions and were so helpful. Everything we needed was included and we all left with 3 beautiful kokedama. Overall awesome time

Elizabeth Crouch Nov 2018


The venue was a boutique flower shop in Surry Hills, the teacher a vibrant friendly human who made the Kokedama making fun and inclusive for all. Thank you for the wonderfully creative and mindful experience.

Kokedama class review by Elizabeth Crouch - Sydney

Olena Keis Nov 2018


Such a wonderful experience resulting a beautiful terrarium. Huge thank you to Chris and his team! :)

Federica Stretti Nov 2018


Very relaxing class, good material and super nice teacher. I loved to make my own terrarium that I could bring home and to learn lots of useful tricks. Very recommended!

Kylie Thompson Nov 2018


My Neice and I were first timers to terrarium making and Chris was so lovely and welcoming. He was wealth of knowledge and made sure we knew exactly what required for each step. We are definitely delighted with our finished terrariums and will be back for another class.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Kylie Thompson - Sydney

Adeline Lau Nov 2018


Great class to do solo or as a couple. The group is quite intimate (5 people in total on Saturday). Chris was informative and knowledgeable about plants and happy to help with any problems! Would definitely recommend for people to do.

Terrarium class review by Adeline Lau - Sydney

Alison Blazey Nov 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Highly recommended- Chris is a very friendly & enthusiastic tutor & all our class enjoyed making these lovely terrariums.

Veronika Jennifer Oct 2018


The teachers were so lovely. My partner and I had a great time in that class. The venue was fairly clean and tidy and they provided quality materials as well.

Terrarium class review by Veronika Jennifer - Sydney

Julie Wood Oct 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


This workshop was so much fun and really relaxing. The florist shop was a great venue. Our teacher Chris was terrific and gave us a lot of encouragement. Pleased with what I had achieved. Would consider doing another course.

Alison Fietz Oct 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great class size, knowledgeable and helpful teachers (who were happy to answer all of our plant related questions!) and a relaxed atmosphere. Lovely way to spend a Saturday morning.

Terrarium class review by Alison Fietz - Sydney

Susan Subrata Oct 2018

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


I had such a great time at the workshop, Chris is a wonderful teacher. Each of us get to take 3 plants home, which is awesome. Will definitely recommend it to my friends.

Kokedama Workshop review by Susan Subrata - Sydney

Andrew Freeman Oct 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


My first time making a terrarium and it was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, I enjoyed how you can customize it and it was a great crafting exercise.

I believe it is a nice gift idea as well, and I particularly like how the course provided some miniatures at the end.

Wei Siau Oct 2018


Really good and relaxing course. Mitchell was excellent and patient with my questions. Would come back for another.

Nicole Guthrie Oct 2018


The class was very well prepared, and the teachers were really engaging and fun! They had great knowledge, and we learnt a lot! Thank you!

Kathy Kuestler Oct 2018


-Friendly staff that let us work at our own pace
-Water/tea provided
-Small class size
-Great range of materials provided to make unique looking terrariums
-Space was small and cosy

Andrew Guilmartin Oct 2018


The class was fun and teachers very helpful and informative. Great venue and easily accessible.

Akash Singh Oct 2018


The techer was very informative and helpful. It was great to get some tips on Terrerium care and also some general horticulture tip. Recommend this class for beginners.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Akash Singh - Sydney

Sandra Whitefield Oct 2018


Friendly and quaint Florist with a cute set up that made it perfect for couples and first dates. Knowledgeable staff.
We had heaps of fun making the terrariums and would recommend to those looking to impress.

Terrarium class review by Sandra Whitefield - Sydney

James Lee Oct 2018


Christopher was very friendly and encouraging, and helped with some more general questions I and other people in the class had about succulents and terrariums

Rie Downey Oct 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


I went to this workshop with my friend and I and we had a blast. Mitch (the teacher) was very friendly and helpful and was very knowledgeable about the process. All the materials were provided which made things easy, I would highly recommend this workshop to all ages!

Odelle D’Souza Oct 2018


Good class for beginners, instructors are very hands on! A nice and fun weekend activity

Deborah Lacey Oct 2018


Our group had such a fun session. It was a fantastic way to kick off a birthday celebration for my cousin and I. Chris is very knowledgeable on the plants and on-going care and the venue is lovely. We are all very happy with the final result of our terrariums!
Didn't stop chatting and laughing the whole time.

Recommend for a fun family/hen's/birthday activity.

Thanks guys! :)

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Deborah Lacey - Sydney

Isabella Armsworth Oct 2018


Teachers were super lovely! They provided everything and a space that was welcoming and inviting. Would definitely recommend this class!

Isabella Armsworth Sep 2018


Such lovely people! This class was so fun and the teachers were incredibly inviting. We had such a lovely hens activity

Pip Cleaves Sep 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was my first Class Bento workshop. I totally loved that we jumped in straight away and made our first Kokedama.
Our hosts were so helpful and friendly that my nerves disappeared within minutes.
The venue was beautiful and relaxing.
I’ll be joining more workshops here in the future.
A perfect way to spend a weekend morning.

Kokedama class review by Pip Cleaves - Sydney

Marife Cruz Sep 2018


Perfect class for a chilled out Sunday, fun and hands on in the heart of Surry hills/ Redfern.
We did a Sunday morning class and it was perfect. Everything is provided and all you need to bring is yourself

Kokedama Workshop review by Marife Cruz - Sydney

Adam Yang Sep 2018


It was an awesome day. Chris and the other staff were very friendly and helpful. The terrarium we made was very lovely. Overall a very fun experience and would recommend it to everyone

Susanne Zsifkovits Sep 2018


great thing to do! lovely teacher, very supportive and encouraging, nice venue, lots of inspiration. i'd recommend it to everyone interested in the topic.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Susanne Zsifkovits - Sydney

Madi Astolfi Sep 2018


Such a fun and educational class! Myself and my boyfriend enjoyed today so much that before we knew it, it was over! Chris is a wonderful person and a very knowledgeable teacher - Would highly recommend him and his classes to anyone!

Terrarium class review by Madi Astolfi - Sydney

Peter Adamson Sep 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This was great, I had been looking forward to this class and I wasn’t disappointed.
Chris was a passionate thoughtful teacher. Money well spent and I will be doing more classes with Chris in the future.
Cheers!

Carla Davenport Sep 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Had a great time. Chris is a great teacher. All materials provided. Relaxed and friendly environment.
Thanks Chris! Can’t wait to bring my daughter to a class

Alyssa Song Sep 2018


The class was fun with a lot of laughs and Chris was full of energy to teach us. Enjoyed the class.

Ryan Tirtajaya Sep 2018


5 stars, very chilled class which I really enjoyed. The only way it could have been better would be if we were aloud to use a 3rd succulent plant. Kind of looks lonely with just 2 and rocks. Teacher was great!

Megan Weier Sep 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This is the second class I’ve done with Chris, and I’m again so happy with the class (so relaxing!) as well as the product at the end of it. Highly recommend!

Terrarium class review by Megan Weier - Sydney

Rayn Sep 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Mitch is 10/10, super nice.

Venue is 10/10, perfect for the workshop.

I brought my mum to the class and we both had a great time.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Rayn - Sydney

Lisa Zhou Sep 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended


Our instructor Mitch is super friendly and helpful. The venue (a florist!) is cosy for a small and intimate group of 3.

We learnt about how to take care of our terrarium, more importantly letting our creativity run wild to create our very own terrarium. The materials supplied and the tips from Mitch definitely give us enough options to create our very own masterpiece.

10/10, highly recommended. Will Instagram the 100+ pics I took and tell all my friends for sure!

Terrarium class review by Lisa Zhou - Sydney

Elliott Bowyer Sep 2018


Helped me out with a last minute booking, they walked me through all the beginner steps and taught me tricks of the trade. A great workshop for anyone with interest in flowers!

Floristry class review by Elliott Bowyer - Sydney

Mala Mahesh Sep 2018


The workshop was a great way to get into terranium making. Chris is a wonderful teacher, very patient and clear in his instructions, the plants and instruments were neatly set up and every thing was so detailed and well thought of. It was a very calming beautiful experience in a lovely location and the reward of taking your very own terranium is amazing.

Diane Tay Sep 2018


Great class! Chris was very helpful and made the class so enjoyable!

Katelyn-Jane Sep 2018


This class was so much fun, and it was such a wonderful experience. Thank you to Chris who was so incredibly kind and generous.

David Sep 2018


this class was a lot of fun, and we learned a lot, too!

Kaye Aug 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Really enjoyable class to learn the basics of making kokodamas (moss balls). Small class numbers which allows a group dynamic and friendly interaction to be made. Highly recommend

Kokedama Workshop review by Kaye  - Sydney

Yvette Aug 2018


Fantastic Private Class. Chris was great. We arrived for our class and Chris gave us some background on him and his business and how he came to be doing these classes, then we got straight into it. Chris explained whys and hows of every step of the process of making our Terrarium's. We both really enjoyed our class and would definitely recommend Chris and his classes.

Leyen Nguyen Aug 2018

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


As always, Chris was amazing! I had previously attended his terrarium class and loved it so much that I came back for a private class with my family. He was thoughtful and patient throughout the entire class, offering us great pieces of information and advice on how to make a beautiful bouquet. His eye for colour, years of experience and bubbly personality really makes him the best teacher. For the price, you learn so much and get to take home an ENORMOUS bouquet that looks and smells amazing.

Felipe Aug 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Chris is very engaging and an excellent teacher. So much fun and I love the terrarium I made!

Toni Mercer Aug 2018


We had a great time building our terrariums - Chris took the time to explain how everything works and fits together and was helpful answering all sorts of ‘plant-based’ questions. The terrariums turned out really well and are great value for money! Highly recommend!

Bronte Everist Aug 2018


This was a fabulous morning class! My daughter gifted me the experience for my birthday and we both had a great time.
Chris, the venue, the materials - all added up to a really worthwhile time.
Would recommend this class to anyone!

Tina Le Aug 2018


Very very friendly, knowledgeable, patient, entertaining. It was a really fun session. The guys at Merchant & Green knows how to look after you!

Lucy Rae Aug 2018


Chris and Mitch were so friendly and inviting - they were wonderful teachers and hosts for the night. The shop was a beautiful intimate space with lots of pots and plants that we couldn’t help but buy too! The class was lots of fun and even the most uncoordinated were able to get the hang of it! We all walked away very proud of our kokedamo creations. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a fun hands on experience.

Kokedama class review by Lucy Rae - Sydney

Hannah Cooper Aug 2018


Chris & Mitch were amazing! I took 7 clients to do a private terrarium class and we all loved it! Great time frame (around an hour) and the fact you can BYO food & drinks makes it such a relaxed and cool group event. Would highly recommend people to go and do a class with Chris & Mitch!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Hannah Cooper - Sydney

Keren Waite Aug 2018


Booked this class for my daughters birthday and I was not disappointed. Fabulous morning, learnt a lot from Chris and such good value. Loving our bouquets will be back.

Delete review by Keren Waite - Sydney

Hayley Nelson Aug 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Awesome class! Chris was amazing and especially helpful with my son! We loved it! Definitely our new hobby!

Kokedama Workshop review by Hayley Nelson - Sydney

Daniel You Aug 2018


Great class, really loved the hands on experience. Chris was an awesome and patient and attentive teacher. Can’t wait to make more.

Kokedama Workshop review by Daniel You - Sydney

Jules Jones Aug 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Wonderful creative workshop! Thanks Chris for the informative & practical tuition. I really loved it & will definitely be back. Can heartily recommend this class, such a lovely space & a great teacher.

Kokedama Workshop review by Jules Jones - Sydney

Nat Sussman Aug 2018


Chris and Mitch were awesome - such a lovely time building our Terrariums!

Terrarium class review by Nat Sussman - Sydney

Adelaide Healy Aug 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was a great class! Chris is friendly and knowledgeable as he guides you through making your terrarium. Highly recommend! Also the shop is beautiful and has a great selection of flowers.

Shruthi Aug 2018


Terranium workshop at Merchant & Green was a lot of fun and total value for money.
Mitch (the teacher) was very knowledgeable , fun and patient. He cleared all my queries about not only making ,but also on how to maintain a terranium and how to grow succulents.
All materials are provided and you can also keep the terranium you make in the class. Thanks a lot Mitch and Merchant & Great.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Shruthi  - Sydney

Megan Weier Aug 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This is such a relaxed but well structured and well run class. Chris is delightful, and we are both so proud of our creations. Everything you need to create a gorgeous terrarium is provided, and you're given the know-how to create your own in the future. Merchant and Green is a really innovative space for providing classes, and we will definitely be back.

James Cross Aug 2018


Our teachers were loads of fun and very informative. Gave us some great tips, both on the terrariums and various other questions we had on our own gardens. They were really helpful in setting us up with some wine and cheese to pick at throughout the course. Would definitely recommend this!

Ann Lee Aug 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class and lots of fun! The instructor was friendly and helpful, giving good advice on how to make your terrarium unique and also take care of it. Really loved all the different choices of succulents, pebbles and figurines.

Celia Aug 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Had a fabulous time. The workshop was fun, engaging and informative—would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to do something creative!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Celia  - Sydney

Douglas Noble Aug 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Chris is amazing. It was great fun and we made some amazing terrariums. Definitely recommend.

Terrarium class review by Douglas Noble - Sydney

Catherine Burns Aug 2018


Loved this class - the owner has a great teaching style which is warm and friendly. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a fun activity.

Margaret Aug 2018


Fun, friendly, fantastic.
Chris and Peter were awesome, all supplies provided.
A great way to spend the afternoon and you take home a living momento.
Highly recommended.

Sheridan Obrien Aug 2018


This class was very intimate. I didnt need to compete for my teachers attention or wait for others to catch up, since it was a small group.
I really enjoyed making my terrarium and learning the layers that are required for its growth.

Katherine Gudgeon Aug 2018


A fun mother & son bonding activity! The choice of plants, rocks and accessories was great. Enjoyed the small class size and Chris the teacher was lovely.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Katherine Gudgeon - Sydney

Sonia Fowler Aug 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Such a beautiful gift to receive for my birthday. My sister and I enjoyed our class in this gorgeous, peaceful florist. Chris was a fantastic teacher. The most perfect way to spend a relaxing Saturday afternoon.

Beth Jul 2018


I can not recommend this class enough!
I had such a wonderful time. Chris and Peter were fantastic teachers and made us all feel very welcome and at home. I will definitely be back for another of their classes very soon.

Kokedama Workshop review by Beth - Sydney

Benn Jul 2018


Fantastic time. We had a great time being taken through the process. Easy to follow and great time allocation

Terrarium class review by Benn - Sydney

Derick Dunphy Jul 2018


Excellent class - Mitch stepped us through the course with ease and answered all our random questions - would recommend highly

Roberta Jul 2018


We had a wonderful time learning a new craft. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful. Came home with 3 beautiful finished plants. I’d love to do another course here.

Kokedama class review by Roberta - Sydney

Grace Bucholtz Jul 2018


My sister and I bought the kokedama class for my Mum as a present. We all absolutely loved it. The Shop was beautiful with some amazing and different flowers and arrangements. The teachers were so lovely, and really know their stuff. They made the class so fun. All the materials were provided and were of a high quality. Would highly recommend this class. It has inspired me to go back and try some other classes with them!

Kokedama Workshop review by Grace Bucholtz - Sydney

Sue Howard Jul 2018


Had a great time well organized workshop, very informative

Jerry Jul 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Venue was small but cosy. Staff was welcoming and we really had fun learning and building the terrarium. Fun date activity

Christopher Peck Jul 2018


We learnt so much that now we have another new hobby. What a great way to spend a Saturday morning and walk away with our own creation. Chris and Mitch made this a lesson in life not just in floral beauty. Thank you both for the experience.

Carole Jul 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Fabulous class yet again. Loved the atmosphere thank you Chris for making my afternoon such a fun experience my 3rd workshop and I keep coming back for more.

Kokedama class review by Carole  - Sydney

Cody Giunta Jul 2018


I really enjoyed this class. Mitch and Chris were both very affable and highly knowledgeable on how to make and maintain terrariums and it made for a fun experience. All the items used were of top quality and they even offered a free cup of tea when I was there. Highly recommended! Thank you both for a wonderful afternoon.

Anna Murray Jul 2018


This was the nicest Sat afternoon I've had in ages. The teachers were wonderful and making the terrarium was magical.

Mel Jul 2018


Great class! I love my little terrarium!

Mitchell Jul 2018


We had a great afternoon making our terrariums and learnt a lot about succulents. Highly recommended.

Sophia Jul 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Such a fun and creative class! Loved it!

Terrarium class review by Sophia - Sydney

Amy Jul 2018


What a great workshop!

Merchant and Green is a lovely shop that is conveniently located on Bourke St in Redfern. Chris was delightful and very generous with his time and materials.
We made a lovley terrarium and learnt some great skills.

Sreyna Jul 2018


Loved this class & would definitely recommend for anyone. Chris was so helpful and informative, and Mitch was a barrel of sweetness & fun. I love my terrarium & cant wait to show it off (& not kill it).

Amy Wong Jul 2018


Such a fun Saturday morning. Really enjoyed the class and will definitely be back!

Michael Bishop Jul 2018


Had fun! Learnt a lot. Beautiful materials. A good level of instruction and advice. Thanks Chris!

Pam Brock Jul 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was an interesting class, something quite unique. Chris was very patient and showed and explained the technique well. Great choice of materials and good value. The venue is small but is great being surrounded by colourful, perfumed flowers, plants.

Kokedama class review by Pam Brock - Sydney

Asia Luan Jul 2018


This is what you call a 5 star rating so welcoming and very funny, kind teachers. Best time of my life can’t wait to be there again.

Kat Jun 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended


I had a lovely time at the terrarium workshop! The shop itself is beautiful, and the teachers were so welcoming and kind. All questions were answered and Mitch was very engaging. It was great day activity, relaxing and fun and also great value for money since everything was provided for us!

Teresa Crich Jun 2018

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


My mum and I had a lovely time at the terrarium making class with Chris and Mitch. Loved the shop and the set up. Learnt a lot about terrariums and left with my own little creation. Mum was raving about it afterwards too. Thanks so much guys, just loved it.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Teresa Crich - Sydney

John Scotland Jun 2018


Chris was a fantastic teacher, great fun!

Carole Jun 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Great and fun way to spend a few hours. Loved the workshop. Chris is so approachable and a great teacher. Good value with all materials provided. Would definitely recommend this workshop to anyone who want to learn something creative.

Terrarium class review by Carole  - Sydney

Anahy Doherty Jun 2018


Spent the best afternoon with my mum learning about terrariums and the teacher was very friendly and shared his knowledge openly with us all. Time flew by and I didn’t want to leave! Thanks for the best class in a long time.

Terrarium class review by Anahy Doherty - Sydney

Luisa Bustos Jun 2018


Well organised, informative, fun class.

Nicole Rijs Jun 2018


We had a great time making our terrariums with Mitch. Can highly recommend as a relaxing workshop to take part in.

Carly Neilson Jun 2018


This was an informative and fun beginner class. I really enjoyed learning the basics and making my very own terrarium.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Carly Neilson - Sydney

Rachel Dang Jun 2018


Mitch was great, loved that it was a small class made it feel alot more personal.

Lin Jun 2018


This was such a fun and engaging class! Our teacher Mitch was so informative and made us all feel super comfortable. It was a great activity for a raining Saturday with my friends.

I love the terrarium that we made and its sitting pretty on my kitchen counter!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Lin - Sydney

Bo Ok Jun 2018


Venue was comfortable, clean and cosy with great products in store and for the class. Getting in there to build and create your own little world with your hands felt wonderful - the choice of animals were the the cherry on top (next time, we're coming for the dinosaurs!) Was a wonderful way to spend time with old friends, make new ones and learn about plant care. Thank you, Mitch for the jams, the tea and the life insight - we'll definitely be back!

Anthony Tam Jun 2018


The teachers were fantastic: they were accommodating, funny, informative, and downright cool. Not to mention the actual terrarium class was completely relaxing, engaging, fun, and informative. My friend was late to the class, but they were happy to run it again just for him after our group session, while I waited with a second cup of tea in hand. We didn't get to meet the owner, who also runs classes, but you wouldn't know it from the highly enthusiastic and engaging shop assistants! Highly recommended!

Terrarium class review by Anthony Tam - Sydney

Iain Jun 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I came back for a second class, and I'm glad I did! I love how every class is different, from the ingredients of the day (stones, succulents, vases and other decorations), and of course the dynamics with the other students and the teachers. It made it a familiar but fresh experience. And I'm happy to report that despite my previously terrible track record with plant maintenance, I've been able to keep the terrarium from my first class a few months ago healthy, sitting happily on my desk collecting compliments from passersby.

Terrarium class review by Iain  - Sydney

Andrew Killin Jun 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended


An hour and 30 mins well spent. Mitch and Orla were a great double act, funny and engaging, time flew and our creations were fantastic. Well worth the money.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Andrew Killin - Sydney

Jennifer Or May 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Can't believe I can build my terrarium ! The venue is good and teachers are friendly and helpful. Learnt a lot and had fun.

Shane Smith May 2018


Teachers were lovely and helpful and knew their stuff. Small group which was great too.

Terrarium class review by Shane Smith - Sydney

Koon May 2018


Our party of five had a blast building our terrariums! Chris is a wealth of knowledge on all things flora. His assistants Mitch and Peter are uber friendly and helpful. We absolutely love the extra touches Chris and co gave us such as the perpermint tea and surprise bouquet for the mom to be xoxo

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Koon  - Sydney

Tom May 2018


The venue and the teacher were excellent. I have never had any experience with making these sorts of things so it was perfect. Learnt lots, had a lot of laughs. All round great morning. Highly recommend.

Steven Lam May 2018


Wow! What a great class! Perfect for beginners & those looking to pick up some terrarium tips and tricks. Friendly warm small group environment with an excellent teacher. Took my wife for a surprise date and she loved it! Brownie points for days!

Terrarium class review by Steven Lam - Sydney

Terence May 2018


Our instructor Chris ensured that everyone involved had a great time. He's an informative and easygoing instructor and also respectful and sociable. The overall workshop experience was fantastic and would recommend as a get together activity.

Pam Brock May 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The venue was in a wonderful village atmosphere and the florist shop and teacher added to this. The area was small but not cramped, the materials were first class and plenty of selection to complete the terrarium. The teacher was well versed in all areas regarding the topic and was happy to answer questions on any other areas regarding plants.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Pam Brock - Sydney

Minnjie Kim Apr 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The class was amazing with clean and aesthetic venue, informative and kind teachers and it was fun being among different plant enthusiasts! Definitely would recommend.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Minnjie Kim - Sydney

Benjamin Apr 2018


Absolutely loved the class. Chris and Mitch were both super helpful and our terrariums turned out great. Would definitely recommend it to others!

Jehad Merheb Apr 2018


Chris (our teacher) was amazing!

It's great to be taught by someone who has a real passion for these things.

The shop is perfect, the sizing was big enough for us to have our freedom to Walk around whilst also allowing us to connect intimately.

Terrarium class review by Jehad Merheb - Sydney

Allyson Griffiths Apr 2018


I had a great time doing this class. Christopher and his team were really lovely,welcoming and helpful. The class was interesting and fun to do and even someone with black fingers like me came away with a feeling of achievement - even surprised my mum! Highly enjoyable way to spend a Saturday morning.

Terrarium class review by Allyson Griffiths - Sydney

Jennifer Apr 2018


My friends and I really enjoyed attending this workshop - the teachers were so helpful and gave us heaps of knowledge in making our own terrariums. The setting was lovely and we had so much fun working with the materials and choosing our own unique plants to grow at home! Thanks a bunch!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Jennifer - Sydney

Luke Apr 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This class was brilliant! I was a bit apprehensive about going on my own as it was bought for me as a present, but I needn't have been at all. I had such a good time - it was the perfect outlet to have some chilled out 'me time' as well as getting my creative juices flowing!

The teacher was excellent, really attentive and answered all our newbie questions! The space was very cool and has made my instagram feed look sweet, the materials were really high quality too. Best of all, you get your amazing creation to take home, which has definitely made my apartment look a lot more classy.

Terrarium class review by Luke  - Sydney

Sharon Apr 2018


Really enjoyed the class on all counts. I couldn’t fault one thing. Great teacher, setting, materialsMassive tick from us. Thank you.

Stephanie Apr 2018


What a great workshop. Chris and his team were amazing! Very helpful and knowledgeable. The space was intimate and comfortable. Everything we needed was at our fingertips. We learnt a lot and are looking forward to using our new skills at home. Thank you!

Terrarium class review by Stephanie - Sydney

Melissa Apr 2018


Our teacher Chris was great ! Very informative and helpful had lots of fun creating the amazing terrarium.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Melissa  - Sydney

Kevin Apr 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


An excellent, informative class. Made for a perfect Birthday gift.
Thanks again!

Sharon Apr 2018


I really enjoyed the lesson with Chris. Beautiful surroundings within the florist shop, nice cuppa, and we created a generous sized terrarium, to take home. Perfect, relaxed catch-up time with a friend.

Chris was a lovely, interesting and patient teacher.

Jenny Apr 2018


I absolutely loved this class, I bought it as a surprise birthday gift for a friend and I think it's an experience definitely worth trying.
The workshop/store was very relaxing and intimate. We arrived a little late due to difficulty finding parking, however Chris our teacher patiently waited for everyone to arrive. Chris was very open with answering any questions from the class and we did not feel rushed during the whole process.
I've never made a terrarium before, but this beginner class was fun and easy to follow as we were provided with all the tools needed and tea!
Overall, I would recommend trying this out, and by the end of it you get to take home a beautiful creation of your own!

Terrarium class review by Jenny - Sydney

Emily Yu Apr 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The teacher is very good but the class goes only for an hour. I expect more with $150 but overall I enjoyed the class

Patrick Salvador Apr 2018


The kokedama class was awesome and very relaxing. The teacher was very comfortable to interact and chat with and very helpful. He made the class awesome and fun. Nothing was wrong about it. Thanks for an awesome experience.

Joe Apr 2018


Incredibly relaxing, everything provided, would go every day if I could and make something zen and creative. Of course taking home your creation is part of the fun

Terrarium class review by Joe - Sydney

Tristan Apr 2018


Terrific teacher, beautiful venue, and a great final terrarium. A lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon

Budiyanto Apr 2018


I was there with my 9 yrs old daughter and she was really enjoying and had fun.
Very nice and relaxing venue, great material provided. The teacher made the whole session fun and relaxing. Great value for money. Will love to come back for other workshops.

Terrarium class review by Budiyanto - Sydney

Mengjie Apr 2018


So much fun to make my own terrarium! teachers are extremely patient and nice!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Mengjie - Sydney

Anna Apr 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was a superb class set in peaceful surroundings with ample space for each student. The teacher was very friendly and knowledgeable. The class was really enjoyable, would recommend to anyone, even if you don't have green fingers :)

Terrarium class review by Anna  - Sydney

Mary Mar 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended


I had such an enjoyable morning, learning how to make a terrarium, how to care for it and so many side questions about house plant care and looking after cut flowers. The workshop space was inviting and full of inspiration. Chris was a knowledgable calm and helpful teacher. Great value for money as it's far more than a terrarium workshop.

David Mar 2018


Not only did I learn how to make a terrarium but I also got a lot of additional plant and flower info in this class

Terrarium class review by David - Sydney

Megan Mar 2018


Our class with Christopher was great! He was clearly very passionate about his art, and was only too keen to share his knowledge with us. We walked away with a beautiful bunch of flowers and smiles on our faces. Thanks Chris!

Phil Mar 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Good value
Good indoor plant tips
Beautiful terrariums

Michelle Mar 2018


What a fabulous thing to do on a Saturday morning. It was really interesting to learn about how to put together our terrariums and why the different layers were so important. Chris was very helpful and gave lots of really good suggestions to make our terrariums look amazing! And the coffee/water offered throughout the class was a nice touch. Would definately go again!

Cathy Mar 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Chris is an awesome teacher! Both my friend and I enjoyed this class immensely. Will definitely recommend it to other people :)

Terrarium class review by Cathy  - Sydney

Regine Clarke Mar 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I had a fantastic time learning about terrariums and making our own! Chris was a fantastic teacher. He is very knowledgeable at the craft, very patient with students and gave very helpful feedback and suggestions often. I chose a difficult pot to work with but he guided me on every step of the way and pointed out fantastic way to make the terrarium look great! And I got to take it home! I highly recommend this class!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Regine Clarke - Sydney

Amber Mar 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Now this is the way to spend a saturday morning!
Chris is a fantastic welcoming teacher, it was such a fun and relaxing experience.
The set up is a beautiful florist in a convenient location with everything needed to create your very own Terrarium.
I would 100% recommend this class.

Terrarium class review by Amber - Sydney

Marilina Ripoll Mar 2018

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Chris was a fantastic teacher! He was super informative, knowledgeable and fun! We had a blast creating our little terrarium babies! Thanks Chris!

Terrarium class review by Marilina Ripoll - Sydney

Nikitha Mar 2018


Attended the class today. Found Christopher to be an excellent teacher. I really enjoyed my class. All the equipments where provided by him. Very informative. He explained the need and use of each materials we used. He guides in a very pleasant way. Will definitely recommend as you are learning this in a floral shop with a pleasant ambience.

Terrarium class review by Nikitha  - Sydney

Lisa Mar 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Chris was an excellent teacher. The space was really lovely and the floral stick was excellent quality. A really great class.

Floristry class review by Lisa - Sydney

Mitchell Feb 2018


An awesome class; very down to earth and very welcoming and knowledgeable !

Would definitely recommend

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Mitchell - Sydney

Lucy Feb 2018


What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday morning! Chris was a great teacher giving so many helpful tips on how to build the perfect terrarium. So happy with what I created!

Terrarium class review by Lucy - Sydney

Conor Jan 2018


Absolutely amazing experience, 100% would recommend this class!

Terrarium class review by Conor - Sydney

Kristy Jan 2018


I purchased this course as a gift to my team at work, it was great and enjoyed by all. Chris was patient and an inspiring teacher.
We would definitely do it again!

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Kristy - Sydney

Suzanne Pilcher Jan 2018


Chris was a great teacher and the florist was picturesque! Lovely way to spend an afternoon

Floristry class review by Suzanne Pilcher

Helena Doyle Dec 2017


My friends and I had a wonderful time at the Christmas wreath making class. Chris and Orla were fantastic. Very knowledgeable, fun and full of super ideas for the festive season.
I would highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting to get in the festive mood, be creative and make a original Christmas gift for a family member or friend.
Looking forward to another Classbento experience. Thanks

Floristry class review by Helena Doyle

Christopher Dec 2017


Fantastic way to spend a couple of hours on a Saturday. Highly recommend this for small groups/couples/singles that want to do something crafty/Christmassy/therapeutic. Have lunch a few doors down (place on the corner) too. Chris is knowledgeable and has an abundance of materials and insights so your wreath will look incredible, even if you haven't an ounce of talent. Haha. All three of us had a ball and Chris was a gentleman.

Make a DIY Christmas Wreath at Home review by Christopher

Tamara Sep 2017


Three friends and I attended the terrarium class for my birthday last Saturday morning. The setup was personal and intimate being made feel welcome from walking through the door. Chris and Paloma were very knowledgeable and made the experience fun and interesting. I loved my little terrarium and the experience as a whole. Would definitely recommend it to everyone.

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Tamara - Sydney

Sigourney Aug 2017


Would definitely recommend this class! Chris was a great teacher and super patient with all our questions :-) The class was held in a really lovely shop in a super convenient location, and you end up with a big, beautiful terrarium. It was a really lovely way to spend a morning

Succulent Terrarium Workshop review by Sigourney - Sydney

John Aug 2017

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Had a wonderful time with my group, I would recommend to anyone! I ended up making two terrariums :)) Lovely teacher with great experience - my terrariums look so professional :)

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