The Evelyn Garden Centerpiece - Floral Arranging Workshop

Learn to arrange a lush, garden-style centerpiece with flowers you can find at your local market.



  $34

Gather Your Blooms

Gather Your Blooms

We start by choosing flowers and greenery with intention. I'll show you how to pick a palette that feels personal and how to prep each stem so your arrangement lasts.


Build your foundation with the greens

Build Your Foundation with the Greens

Greenery comes first. You'll learn how to create a natural shape in your vessel that holds every stem right where you want it.


Place your focal flowers

Place Your Focal Flowers

This is where the magic happens. I'll walk you through placing your showstopper blooms so the arrangement feels loose, balanced, and alive.


Layer and Finish

Layer and Finish

We add texture, movement, and those little garden touches that make it feel gathered rather than store-bought. You'll finish with a centerpiece ready for your table.


There is something about a garden-style centerpiece that makes a table feel like home. Loose, a little wild, and full of life. In this class I'll show you exactly how I create one, step by step, so you can make it with your own hands.
I've been designing flowers for over 25 years. My work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Martha Stewart Weddings, and on four covers of Ceremony Magazine. But some of my favorite arrangements are the simple ones I make for my own table. That's what I want to share with you here.
You don't need any experience. You don't need fancy flowers. You just need a vessel, a few stems from your market or garden, and a little time for yourself.
What you'll learn
How to choose flowers and greenery that work together and feel personal to you
How to prep your stems so your arrangement lasts longer
How to build a natural foundation with greenery that holds everything in place
How to place your focal blooms so the arrangement feels balanced, not stiff
How to add texture and movement for that gathered-from-the-garden look
The small finishing touches that make it feel like yours
What you'll create
A beautiful centerpiece ready for your table, plus the confidence to make another one anytime. Once you understand the shape and the flow, you'll start seeing arrangements everywhere: in your backyard, at the farmers market, even at the grocery store.
Who this class is for
Anyone who loves flowers and wants to bring more beauty into everyday life. Perfect for hosting, holidays, gifting, or simply slowing down and making something lovely.
What you'll need
A low vessel or bowl
Flower frog or chicken wire (optional but helpful)
Floral snips or sharp scissors
Greenery (eucalyptus, garden clippings, or anything leafy) 10 to 15 stems
3 to 5 stems of focal flowers such as garden roses or peonies
3 to 5 stems of accent blooms: spray roses, stock, lisianthus
3 to 5 stems of fillers: misty blue, solidago, heather
Watch at your own pace and come back to it whenever you want to create again. I can't wait to see what you make.
With love,
Sussanna
Bill & Evelyn
Knowledge required
no skills required
What to bring
A low vessel or bowl
Flower frog or chicken wire (optional but helpful)
Floral snips or sharp scissors
A bucket or jar of water for prepping stems
10 to 15 stems of greenery (eucalyptus, garden clippings, or anything leafy)
3 to 5 focal flowers such as garden roses or peonies
3 to 5 accent blooms such as spray roses, stock, or lisianthus
3 to 5 fillers such as misty blue, solidago, or heather
A towel to protect your work surface
Tip: Pick up your flowers a day ahead and let them drink in water overnight. They'll open up beautifully for you.
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 12 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom or Xmas gift.


FAQ

How do I watch it?
You'll get instant access right after checkout. It's yours to stream anytime, right from your account.
How long do I have access?
Forever. Come back to it whenever you want a refresher.
Do I need any special tools?
Just basic clippers and a container for water. Everything else, I walk you through in the video.
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What if I've never arranged flowers before?
Perfect. This is built for beginners and lifelong flower lovers alike. I break it down step by step, no experience needed.
Your teacher

Bill & Evelyn
Bill & Evelyn

female Women-owned

Hi, I'm Sussanna Davidson.
My creative journey started with a love of flowers and storytelling through objects. I earned my BFA in Painting, which gave me a foundation in color, texture, and composition that still shapes everything I create.
In 2001 I opened my flower shop, French Buckets in Newport Beach CA. For more than two decades I crafted garden-inspired arrangements for weddings, events, and editorials, with work featured in Architectural Digest, Martha Stewart Weddings, and on four covers of Ceremony Magazine. I've also had the joy of designing for brands like Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Anthropologie.
In 2024 I sold French Buckets so I could focus on what I love most: teaching. After all those years behind the scenes, I wanted to open the door and share what I know.
That's why I founded Bill & Evelyn, named after my grandparents. It's a brand devoted to classic, artful living rooted in timeless traditions. My work celebrates the beauty of imperfection, the history behind objects, and the way everyday details can make life feel more meaningful. A table setting. A found bottle. A foraged branch.
Teaching lets me share not just techniques, but a way of seeing the world. I believe creativity isn't about perfection. It's about discovery, play, and confidence. In my classes, I help you mix textures, embrace the unexpected, and tell your own story through flowers, vintage pieces, and design.
My goal is simple: to help you slow down, see the beauty already around you, and feel empowered to create.

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