Design Classes ~ Creating a Succulent Plant Garden

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We haven't had too many floral design classes on Sundays but yesterday's class was a big success. Creating Succulent Plant Gardens was the topic and as you can see we had some very talented students! 
Of course, we can't let our students design on an empty stomach so we provided some light snacks and wine. We feel the wine always helps the students and relax and let their inner floral designer shine through. Well, that might be stretching it but we stand by our wine and food choices! 
Cynthia and her friend Silvana each pose with their masterpieces! Each student would choose an upgraded glass container like these above or below for an additional cost.  
Or they could use these awesome moss and wicker baskets, which were included in the class fee.  
Each student was provided with soil, different styles of moss and river stones in 3 different colors to choose from. I think they all did a great job, don't you? 
Lori is very proud of what she created! She did such a nice job and now will have a garden to enjoy for months and months.  
Would you like to join us for a future floral design class. Our next class is going to be held on March 6th and our students will be creating their very own spring silk wreaths, perfect to decorate their front door for the season!  For a listing of all our current classes, be sure to visit our website at www.sendingsmiles.com and link on the InStore Events Button! 



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