Lessons in Floral Design

Tatiana Chelekhova, master floral designer with an experience of more than 20 years, not only she has earned her right to be considered one of the most original and brilliant designers, she also creates a new direction in the art of floral design. Master’s compositions are so unusual that often it’s difficult to describe them. Tatiana took floral design to the level of free art, which presents to the world true oeuvres, filled with beauty and reason.

We have several levels of lessons in floral design. We give recommendations on how to buy the proper flowers. We show you how to process flowers in order to prolong life of cut flowers. We will teach flower arrangement techniques.

Our lessons are for all who has passion for flowers: future professionals as well as brides-to-be.

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or call 773.395.0231. Class size is limited.

Workshop

Four classes session. $350 per session
January 7, January 14, January 21, January 28. From 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Class #1

What are the most popular flowers?
How can fresh flowers decorate the cake?
Which area of a wedding is requires flowers?
Which types of flowers work in an all-white bouquet?
What is winter wedding looks like?
What should you look for when hiring a florist?
What are different bouquet styles?
Are there ways to save money on flowers?
Is it possible to make your own wedding floral decorations?

Over more then 25 years of working with brides Tatiana Chelekhova have heard
All of this and more questions.
In out four sessions she will give you all answers and in addition will answer all your questions.
WHAT SHOULD I START WITH?
You would be able to do a complete styling of your wedding with a help of the best specialists in wedding planning and designing.
We at Mila Design will help you to reflect your dream wedding in artistic creation. After all you will have fun creating your wedding

Class #2

Wedding decorations: flowers, draping fabrics, lights.
Tatiana Chelekhova will demonstrate different themes of a wedding. You would be able to chouse your own style and theme. You will go home with a custom package of flowers and decor for your wedding.

Class #3

Tatiana Chelekhova is going to demonstrate different styles of personal flowers.
You are going to make your own boutonniere and hand tied bouquet and take it home.

Class #4

Tatiana Chelekhova is presenting table centerpieces and demonstrates techniques.
You will make your own centerpiece and take it home.

CALL 773.395.0231 to REGISTER. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED.

 

LESSONS IN FLORAL DESIGN

2008 schedule

Beginners – four classes session
February, every Monday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
$375 per session

CLASS ONE: Introduction, processing flowers, designing techniques.

Beginning with learning how to chouse, process and store flowers. Common terminology, materials and tools. Vocabulary of flowers and greens. Colors and textures. You will get your own portfolio.

CLASS TWO: boutonnieres, corsages, hair pieces, bracelets.

We demonstrate techniques of “Old World” and modern styles of personal flowers. You will make al the listed items.

CLASS THREE: Hand tied bouquet.

We demonstrate techniques of round, cascading and “Drop” shaped bouquets. You will work on your own bouquet.

CLASS FOUR: Table Arrangements

We will work together to create some of the most popular centerpieces. You will create arrangements in French Garden Style, Victorian Style and modern styles. You will make a custom center piece and take it home.

 

Advanced Design – four sessions

March, every Monday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
$375 per session

This class is recommended for people who have taken our Classes for Beginners or for anyone who have been working with flowers before. We will show you the last floral design trends in creating hand tied bouquets, table center pieces, Holyday arrangements and interior decorations. Using different decorative materials as well as the newest technologies and supply materials you will create unique arrangements. We will show you how to use maximum of a floral materials to make your creations profitable. You will learn how to sail less for more. This session will show you how to turn your creativity into profit. Each class will start with a demonstration project of a type the group will then work on. The projects will be fairly advanced in terms of mechanics and design. For the last class each student will be given a personal project to be designed. In the end of the session every student successfully completed the Advanced Design session will receive a Certificate.

Call 773.395.0231 to REGISTER. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED.

 

Summer Classes

SUMMER PALETTE: GARDEN FLOWERS
Single class – $100

June 1, July14, August 4. From 6:00 to 9:00pm

Even in summer when you see flowers everywhere you would like to bring some of this the most precious creations to your home. We will teach you how to prolong life of cut flowers; so you will get comfortable working with any kind of flowers. Tatiana Chelekhova will show you techniques of several styles of designing flowers: Victorian, French Garden, and Ikebana. You will make your own arrangement and take it home.

CALL 773.395.0231 to REGISTER. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED.

 

Fall Classes

Design with flowers, fruits and vegetables
Single class - $125
September 1, October 6, November 3. From 6:00 to 9:00pm

This class is offered to our students who attended summer class or somebody, who is familiar with processing flowers. Fall is the best time for creating lasting arrangements with long lasting foliage, fruits, vegetables, grass and berries. Tatiana Chelekhova will teach you how to design a wreath for table center piece or door. Thanksgiving is coming and you would be able to decorate your table with floral trail, fantasy candleholders, original napkin rings. All of it you can bring home.

CALL 773.395.0231 to REGISTER. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED

 

Holiday Decorations

Single class – $125
December 1, December 8, and December 15. From 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Get ready for the Holidays with an exiting lesson. Modern interpretation of classic Christmas decorations by Tatiana Chelekhova: table decorations, fireplace and door treatment. We use everlasting greens and Christmas decorations which will last for several weeks. It is never too early to start! A lot of demonstration and make your own masterpiece to be taken home.

CALL 773.395.0231 to REGISTER. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED.

 

To Register, Call 773-395-0231 or email contact@miladesign.com