Seasonal Centerpieces Workshop

Intermediate-level workshop: learn to build dinner-party and event centerpieces with seasonal flowers. For people who’ve done a basic class or want to go beyond hand-tied bouquets.

Building a centerpiece is a different discipline from a hand-tied bouquet. Different mechanics, different proportions, different considerations. Centerpieces need to sit stable on a table, work at eye level from seated guests, photograph beautifully from all angles, and hold their form over a meal. This workshop teaches how.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the session:

• Centerpiece architecture — low-and-dense vs. tall vs. linear runners
• Foam-free mechanics — chicken wire, kenzan (pin frogs), vessel-based structure without floral foam
• Colour and proportion for tablescapes — colour temperature under warm light, visibility across the table, flower longevity in warmer dining rooms
• Seasonal palettes — working with what’s in season vs. forcing imports
• Vessel selection — ceramic, glass, vintage metal, heirloom pieces

Prerequisites: either completed our Floral Arrangement 101 class OR prior bouquet-arranging experience. This isn’t absolute-beginner content.

Session Format

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Group size: up to 8 people
• Location: HerFlowers studio, Paya Lebar
• Price: from S$240 per person (includes all flowers, vessel, tools, take-home centerpiece)
• Skill level: intermediate (some prior flower arranging experience helpful)
• Language: English

What’s Included

• All flowers — curated seasonal palette (25–35 stems per participant)
• Ceramic or glass vessel (yours to keep — retail value S$35–55)
• Foam-free mechanics — chicken wire, tools
• Take-home centerpiece — your finished arrangement
• Tea and light snacks
• Printed reference — technique notes + flower care

Format Options

We run three centerpiece formats in rotation:

Low & Dense (most common)

• Height: 20–30cm
• Best for: dining tables where guests need to see each other
• Skill focus: colour layering, spatial balance

Tall Statement

• Height: 60–90cm
• Best for: banquet tables, photograph-forward events
• Skill focus: structural support, proportion to height

Linear Runner

• Length: ~60cm runner on a narrow base
• Best for: long-table dinners, editorial photography
• Skill focus: continuous composition, repeating elements

Check the booking page for which format is scheduled for your session.

Who It’s For

Intermediate home arrangers

People who’ve moved beyond the hand-tied bouquet and want to do florals that match their home dining or entertaining style.

Dinner-party hosts

Regular dinner-party hosts who want reliable, photograph-beautiful table florals they can build themselves.

DIY wedding planners

Couples DIY-ing their own reception centerpieces — this workshop teaches the specific technique for table florals at scale.

Event planners / stylists

Event industry people who want to understand florist mechanics for better vendor briefing.

Seasonal Rotation

Sessions are built around what’s actually in season:

• Nov–Feb sessions — cool-tone palettes with seasonal peonies, tulips, ranunculus
• Mar–Jun sessions — soft pastel garden palettes with garden roses, stock, spray roses
• Jul–Oct sessions — warmer palettes with dahlias, sunflowers, tropical accents
• CNY-adjacent sessions (mid-Jan to mid-Feb) — festive palettes with peach blossom, orchids, prosperity accents

Tell us if you have a seasonal preference at booking — we can steer you to an appropriate date.

Private Sessions

Groups of 4–8 can book private sessions with custom palette preferences. Common use cases:

• Hen parties with coordinated bridesmaid florals
• Small-group corporate team-building (see our dedicated page)
• Milestone celebrations (birthdays, anniversaries)
• Small client appreciation events — we run the session, client brings their VIP list

Private session pricing: S$1,440 for 4, S$2,400 for 8 (inclusive of all materials).

Booking

Public sessions announced via Instagram @ohannasatelier.

Private bookings: email us with date, group size, and any palette preferences.

Gift vouchers available — ideal for home-entertainer friends.

What to Expect

15 minutes — Introduction to Centerpiece Design

We talk through the 3 format choices, show examples of each, discuss the specific mechanical considerations for centerpieces (gravity, visibility, hydration, longevity).

25 minutes — Technique Demonstration

Senior florist demonstrates foam-free mechanics, vessel prep, wire armature, and building sequence.

50 minutes — Hands-On Building

You build your centerpiece with individual guidance. We move around the table giving specific feedback — colour decisions, placement, proportion.

10 minutes — Finishing & Photography

We light and photograph each finished piece. You leave with a photo of your work + the piece itself.

Next Steps

Public session dates: Instagram Private bookings: email us

See also our Floral Arrangement 101 (beginner), Petals & Tea mindful workshop, or team-building workshops.