2026 Conference Events

Workshops placings are on a first in basis.

CANCELLATION
If unforeseen circumstances prevent the event from being held, or if a member is unable to attend due to health or other unforeseen reasons, a refund may be granted on approval of the Management Board minus a $50 administration fee. There is no refund for change of mind.

COST
The cost of the workshop is included in your registration package, just sign up to the one you wish to attend by adding it to your Cart. A link to your worksheet will be included with your registration receipt.

Workshop 1 – Artful Gatherings

Venue: Grand Hall, Marlborough Convention Centre
Tutor: Virginia Long

You will be creating a whimsical piece of artwork embracing transparency and airiness using gleanings from the garden. Plant material is minimal and will be easy to dismantle and take home. Enjoy the process of creating something beautiful from nature's bounty!

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Workshop 4 – Tensile Tension

Venue: Senior Citizens’ Hall, 172 High Street, Blenheim Central, Blenheim
Tutor: Lynne Causer

When your structure becomes sculpture, flowers find their stage. Something bold. Something different. In this workshop you’ll be given the components to manipulate, shape, and transform into a striking base for your floral design. Inspired by innovative European trends, this is your chance to experiment, play, and let imagination lead the way. A small fee of $5.00 applies for supplied materials. Please bring cash to the workshop. along an easel to showcase your creation.

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Workshop 6 – A Legacy in Loops

Venue: Hunters Winery, 603 Rapaura Road, Rapaura
Tutor: Shirley Roughan

Grapevine Christmas Trees Reimagined. Guided by the spirt of floral legacy each creation becomes a thread in our shared story of floral artistry. You will be surrounded by barrels of maturing wine and carefully crafting a unique Christmas tree using grapevines with artistry and tradition in this hands-on workshop where nature’s elegance meets festive imagination.

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2026 Conference Events

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Workshop 1 - Artful Gatherings (Observer)

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Workshop 6 - A Legacy in Loops (Participant)

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