Adult Community Education | 3-hour Workshop
Create a European-Inspired Christmas Tree Arrangement with Katherine Olmstead IMF
Join Katherine Olmstead, Canada’s first International Master Florist, for a hands-on workshop where you’ll design a “Christmas Tree Arrangement” with a European twist. This class will teach you how to craft beautiful, easy-to-personalize designs that showcase natural winter foliage. Perfect for use as holiday décor or thoughtful handcrafted gifts, creating these arrangements will be a lovely addition to your winter season activities.
Katherine will guide you through the process of harvesting and preparing foraged greenery, selecting complementary materials, and applying key design principles to make your arrangement stand out. You’ll learn how to elevate your décor with fresh evergreens, natural accents, and sustainable design techniques. Whether you’re creating a statement piece for your home or adding a personal touch to your holiday gifts, this workshop will offer practical skills and inspiration.
Breathe in the aroma of fresh evergreens as you work, and enjoy connecting with like-minded individuals in a relaxed, creative environment.
Materials Included:
- Fresh evergreen boughs
- Sticks and natural decorative accents
- Wire and other securing materials
- Sand, rocks, or moss to anchor your arrangement
- A selection of decorative items
What to Bring:
- A decorative container or sturdy base for your arrangement (a 6” diameter round or square container is ideal). If you are unable to bring a container, one will be provided.
- Clippers or pruning shears
- Gloves
Fees & Registration
$120.00 Non-members
$115.00 HCP Members
REGISTER ONLINE or call 250 479 6162
Instructor Bio: Katherine Olmstead IMF
Katherine Olmstead is a floral designer, horticulturist, and marketing strategist based in Victoria, British Columbia. In 2023, she became the first Canadian to earn the title of International Master Florist, graduating from the Boerma Institute in the Netherlands under the mentorship of Gregor Lersch, a globally celebrated floral artist.
Originally from Toronto, Katherine draws inspiration from her diverse travels and the natural beauty of her home on Vancouver Island. She is passionate about blending her botanical knowledge with artistic creativity to design sustainable and innovative floral pieces for events, creative projects, wearable fresh floral fashion, and installations.
Katherine is enthusiastic about promoting sustainability and sharing her expertise through teaching and mentorship. Her workshops offer participants a chance to connect with local nature, develop artistic skills, and explore their creativity in a welcoming, hands-on environment. When she’s not designing in a studio or working in a local flower shop, Katherine enjoys experimenting with other artforms and types of expression to add on to her floral toolbelt.
