Pennsylvania Floral Academy
Seasonal Workshops
Whether you’re a budding botanist or a seasoned floral guru, there’s a petal-perfect place for you here! Our workshops welcome everyone, from curious beginners to seasoned professionals, with classes designed to ignite your passion and hone your skills in the world of flowers.
All PAFA courses are held at:
BW Wholesale Florist – 2647 Smallman Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
Pennsylvania Floral Academy
Seasonal Workshops
Whether you’re a budding botanist or a seasoned floral guru, there’s a petal-perfect place for you here! Our workshops welcome everyone, from curious beginners to seasoned professionals, with classes designed to ignite your passion and hone your skills in the world of flowers.
All PAFA courses are held at:
BW Wholesale Florist – 2647 Smallman Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
Williamsburg Wreath Workshop
Sunday –
December 7, 2025
1:00 – 4:00 PM
$100 per student
Williamsburg Wreath Workshop
Date: Sunday, December 7
Step back in time and unravel the rich story of the Williamsburg Wreath, a symbol of American tradition and festive cheer. In this captivating workshop, you’ll be transported to the charming streets of Colonial Williamsburg, where history whispers through every evergreen bough and pinecone. Learning the secrets behind this iconic style, passed down through generations of artisans, and take home your own unique creation to enjoy all season long!
Cost: $100.00 per student (covers course instruction and materials)
Class requires pre-registration and payment in full to participate.
Williamsburg Wreath Workshop
Sunday –
December 7, 2025
1:00 – 4:00 PM
$100 per student
Date: Sunday, December 8
Step back in time and unravel the rich story of the Williamsburg Wreath, a symbol of American tradition and festive cheer. In this captivating workshop, you’ll be transported to the charming streets of Colonial Williamsburg, where history whispers through every evergreen bough and pinecone. Learning the secrets behind this iconic style, passed down through generations of artisans, and take home your own unique creation to enjoy all season long!
Cost: $100.00 per student (covers course instruction and materials)
Class requires pre-registration and payment in full to participate.
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 1
Saturdays beginning
January 17, 2026
11:00 – 2:00 PM
$600 per student
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 1
Dates: Jan 17, 24, 31; Feb 21, 28
Learn. Create. Bloom.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or a passionate flower lover, PA Floral Academy’s new Stem and Style Design Series invites you to explore the fundamentals of floral design—no prior experience needed. Across each 5-week series, you’ll learn hands-on techniques, build confidence with different materials, and go home each week with a beautiful creation you made yourself.
A perfect start for beginners or anyone wanting to strengthen their core skills.
What you’ll learn:
You’ll explore fresh, silk, and dried flowers while mastering classic design principles, proper mechanics, and the incredibly handy art of bow-making. (Yes—you’ll finally learn to tie the kind of bow that makes people say, “wait… how did you DO that?”)
Class Schedule:
- Jan 17, 2026 – All-Around Fresh Centerpiece + Bow-Making
- Jan 24, 2026 – Line-Style Fresh Arrangement + Bow-Making
- Jan 31, 2026 – Arranging a Fresh Bouquet in Water (Supermarket bouquet glow-up!) + Bow-Making
- Feb 21, 2026 – Create Your Own Silk Wreath
- Feb 28, 2026 – How to Press, Preserve & Arrange Dried Flowers
Includes all supplies + a take-home basic tool kit.
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 1
Saturdays beginning
January 17, 2026
11:00 – 2:00 PM
$600 per student
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 1
Dates: Jan 17, 24, 31; Feb 21, 28
Learn. Create. Bloom.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or a passionate flower lover, PA Floral Academy’s new Stem and Style Design Series invites you to explore the fundamentals of floral design—no prior experience needed. Across each 5-week series, you’ll learn hands-on techniques, build confidence with different materials, and go home each week with a beautiful creation you made yourself.
A perfect start for beginners or anyone wanting to strengthen their core skills.
What you’ll learn:
You’ll explore fresh, silk, and dried flowers while mastering classic design principles, proper mechanics, and the incredibly handy art of bow-making. (Yes—you’ll finally learn to tie the kind of bow that makes people say, “wait… how did you DO that?”)
Class Schedule:
- Jan 17, 2026 – All-Around Fresh Centerpiece + Bow-Making
- Jan 24, 2026 – Line-Style Fresh Arrangement + Bow-Making
- Jan 31, 2026 – Arranging a Fresh Bouquet in Water (Supermarket bouquet glow-up!) + Bow-Making
- Feb 21, 2026 – Create Your Own Silk Wreath
- Feb 28, 2026 – How to Press, Preserve & Arrange Dried Flowers
Includes all supplies + a take-home basic tool kit.
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 2
Saturdays beginning
March 14, 2026
11:00 – 2:00 PM
$600 per student
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 2
Dates: Mar 14, 21, 28; Apr 11, 18
Learn. Create. Bloom.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or a passionate flower lover, PA Floral Academy’s new Stem and Style Design Series invites you to explore the fundamentals of floral design—no prior experience needed. Across each 5-week series, you’ll learn hands-on techniques, build confidence with different materials, and go home each week with a beautiful creation you made yourself.
Perfect for continuing learners or adventurous beginners ready to stretch their skills.
What you’ll learn:
This series introduces more modern, expressive, and technique-forward floral styles. You’ll experiment with chicken wire mechanics, parallel design, and even build your own whimsical fairy garden planter.
Class Schedule:
- Mar 14, 2026 – Modern Crescent-Shaped Design
- Mar 21, 2026 – Centerpiece Mechanics with Chicken Wire
- Mar 28, 2026 – Vegetative Design (a designer favorite!)
- Apr 11, 2026 – Bold & Colorful Parallel Design
- Apr 18, 2026 – Create a Fairy Garden Planter
All materials included.
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 2
Saturdays beginning
March 14, 2026
11:00 – 2:00 PM
$600 per student
Style and Stem Design Series – Part 2
Dates: Mar 14, 21, 28; Apr 11, 18
Learn. Create. Bloom.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or a passionate flower lover, PA Floral Academy’s new Stem and Style Design Series invites you to explore the fundamentals of floral design—no prior experience needed. Across each 5-week series, you’ll learn hands-on techniques, build confidence with different materials, and go home each week with a beautiful creation you made yourself.
Perfect for continuing learners or adventurous beginners ready to stretch their skills.
What you’ll learn:
This series introduces more modern, expressive, and technique-forward floral styles. You’ll experiment with chicken wire mechanics, parallel design, and even build your own whimsical fairy garden planter.
Class Schedule:
- Mar 14, 2026 – Modern Crescent-Shaped Design
- Mar 21, 2026 – Centerpiece Mechanics with Chicken Wire
- Mar 28, 2026 – Vegetative Design (a designer favorite!)
- Apr 11, 2026 – Bold & Colorful Parallel Design
- Apr 18, 2026 – Create a Fairy Garden Planter
All materials included.
Spring Silk Wreath Workshop
Sunday –
March 15, 2026
1:00 – 4:00 PM
$100 per student
Spring Silk Wreath Workshop
Date: Sunday, March 15
Weave some flower magic with our Spring Silk Wreath Workshop! Design a wreath that reflects your unique style, bursting with the colors and textures of spring. This workshop focuses on using silk flowers, which means your wreath will last forever!
Our expert will guide you through every step, from choosing materials to creating a charming, long-lasting piece. Grab your scissors and your spring spirit, and join us for an afternoon of floral fun!
Cost: $100.00 per student (covers course instruction and materials)
Class requires pre-registration and payment in full to participate.
Spring Silk Wreath Workshop
Sunday –
March 15, 2026
1:00 – 4:00 PM
$100 per student
Spring Silk Wreath Workshop
Date: Sunday, March 15
Weave some flower magic with our Spring Silk Wreath Workshop! Design a wreath that reflects your unique style, bursting with the colors and textures of spring. This workshop focuses on using silk flowers, which means your wreath will last forever!
Our expert will guide you through every step, from choosing materials to creating a charming, long-lasting piece. Grab your scissors and your spring spirit, and join us for an afternoon of floral fun!
Cost: $100.00 per student (covers course instruction and materials)
Class requires pre-registration and payment in full to participate.
Mom & Me Mother’s Day Flower Workshop
Sunday –
April 26, 2025
1:00 – 4:00 PM
$100 per student
Mom & Me Mother’s Day Flower Workshop
Date: April 26
Celebrate Mother’s Day in the most beautiful way—by creating with flowers together! In this hands-on workshop, you and your favorite woman—whether it’s mom, grandma, aunt, sister, or a special friend—will team up to design a fresh flower arrangement side by side.
We’ll guide you step by step, share tips for arranging blooms, and provide all the flowers, tools, and materials you need. No experience required—just bring your creativity and love for spending time together.
By the end, you’ll both head home with a gorgeous floral arrangement and memories of a sweet Mother’s Day activity you created together. A perfect gift, a fun outing, and a chance to learn something new—all in one!
Cost: $100.00 per student (covers course instruction and materials)
Class requires pre-registration and payment in full to participate.
Mom & Me Mother’s Day Flower Workshop
Sunday –
April 26, 2025
1:00 – 4:00 PM
$100 per student
Mom & Me Mother’s Day Flower Workshop
Date: Sunday, April 26
Celebrate Mother’s Day in the most beautiful way—by creating with flowers together! In this hands-on workshop, you and your favorite woman—whether it’s mom, grandma, aunt, sister, or a special friend—will team up to design a fresh flower arrangement side by side.
We’ll guide you step by step, share tips for arranging blooms, and provide all the flowers, tools, and materials you need. No experience required—just bring your creativity and love for spending time together.
By the end, you’ll both head home with a gorgeous floral arrangement and memories of a sweet Mother’s Day activity you created together. A perfect gift, a fun outing, and a chance to learn something new—all in one!
Cost: $100.00 per student (covers course instruction and materials)
Class requires pre-registration and payment in full to participate.