Holiday Help!

If you are or will be in Phoenix on either November 20, or December 4, I am holding more floral design classes! This busy time of year when you want to entertain in your home is upon us, and this class will teach you to create - and then recreate - a beautiful rose arrangement at a fraction of what a florist would charge.

The rose arrangement in the photograph is the subject of these classes, and is perfect for a centerpiece on your dining table or on your coffee or side table. It can also be a great hostess/host gift or Christmas gift. The arrangement is modern yet traditional, and the technique is very versatile - change the color of the roses, maybe mix two shades of roses (a deep crimson rose combined with a bright scarlet variety creates a breathtaking Christmas look), or change the container - the sky's the limit!

During this two-hour class, you will learn how to clean, trim, and condition 25 premium-grade roses to maximize their vase life. Then I will teach you how to arrange these roses in a foolproof method that works every time! You'll take away with you a graphic rose arrangement - that YOU created - in a versatile glass cylinder, boxed and wrapped for easy travel or gift giving. You will also receive a florist knife, and the knowledge to re-create this arrangement whenever you wish - complete with "how-to" instructions. Arrangements of this quality commonly sell for over $120 at local florists.

And the investment you'll make to attend my class is only $125.

Working with your hands to create something beautiful is perfect for:

• A mental health day
• A mother-daughter day
• A day out with the gals - or guys!

I'm also happy to hold custom classes on other days for specific occasions, such as:

• A birthday party 
• A bachelorette party
• A corporate team building event

The bottom line is that I love what I do and I'd love to share it with you.
To register or for questions: RobertBeukema@Mac.com