Inspired by Marjorie Merriweather Post's love of chrysanthemums, create a beautiful arrangement featuring these fall favorites and unique specialty mums in this virtual workshop.

Ami Wilber helps you create a beautiful creation with step-by-step guidance and plenty of time to ask questions. Supplies are not included, and participants are encouraged to buy flowers and produce from a local farm, farmer’s market, or other locally sourced floral supplier. A materials list will be included below should participants wish to follow along at home.

Materials List

• Metal bowl, 6" diameter
• 1 bunch kale
• 1 bunch seeded eucalyptus
• Variety of mums (we will be using shades of purple and peach), about 20-25 stems total

CONNECTING WITH ZOOM

This virtual workshop begins at 1:30 p.m. and is presented live via Zoom. Participants are encouraged to share their arrangements when complete via video; questions can be submitted via the chat feature. Please note that this workshop will be recorded. 

Registered participants will be emailed a link to join this Zoom program. To get started, please download Zoom on your chosen device and explore the Frequently Asked Questions.  

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR 

Ami Wilber became the floral and event décor designer at Hillwood in November 2016. Ami has over twenty-five years of experience as a floral designer. She received a bachelor’s degree in fine art from Miami University of Ohio and a Master of Fine Arts from the Rochester Institute of Technology, School for American Crafts. Prior to joining Hillwood, Ami created sculptures and exhibited her installations at galleries and public spaces in Washington, D.C.