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2 Days Hand Tied Bouquet Course
During the early 1980, in The Netherlands a few ‘brave-hearts’ amongst the florists started to bind their bouquets with the Spiral or Hay-stack method. It was an alternative to the then conventional and general accepted parallel binding method. Up till then, the parallel method was used to bind bridal, sympathy and presentation bouquets. The Hay-stack or Spiral technique involved angling the stems of the materials in the same direction as they are being brought into the bouquet around the hand. This technique did have many added advantages as it allows for easy addition or extraction of materials as well as corrections during the binding process.
The Hay-stack method definitely caught on very quickly. It now has become the No.1 seller for bouquet-works in the country. It is a technique which still fascinates both visitors and the Dutch themselves as they watch transfixed as the florist with speed and dexterity literally turn and bind a bouquet as they wait. And sometimes, not a small bouquet in the bargain.
During the early 1980, in The Netherlands a few ‘brave-hearts’ amongst the florists started to bind their bouquets with the Spiral or Hay-stack method. It was an alternative to the then conventional and general accepted parallel binding method. Up till then, the parallel method was used to bind bridal, sympathy and presentation bouquets. The Hay-stack or Spiral technique involved angling the stems of the materials in the same direction as they are being brought into the bouquet around the hand. This technique did have many added advantages as it allows for easy addition or extraction of materials as well as corrections during the binding process.
The Hay-stack method definitely caught on very quickly. It now has become the No.1 seller for bouquet-works in the country. It is a technique which still fascinates both visitors and the Dutch themselves as they watch transfixed as the florist with speed and dexterity literally turn and bind a bouquet as they wait. And sometimes, not a small bouquet in the bargain.
Day 2
The second day is significantly more difficult and we start with a linear hand-tied bouquet. The linear bouquet is based on the well-known round shape, but in this bouquet all the flowers and materials are placed in rigid groups and lines. This results in a modern form which clearly shows the materials that are incorporated. A plain tall vase is most suitable for this bouquet. A difficult, but very fascinating subject!
After lunch we will make a Freestyle Hand-tied Bouquet. For this freestyle bouquet, everyone has an opportunity to work creatively with the techniques they have already learned. It is almost impossible to determine what the end result will look like in advance and therefore it is not easy to achieve a really beautiful result. .
The second day is significantly more difficult and we start with a linear hand-tied bouquet. The linear bouquet is based on the well-known round shape, but in this bouquet all the flowers and materials are placed in rigid groups and lines. This results in a modern form which clearly shows the materials that are incorporated. A plain tall vase is most suitable for this bouquet. A difficult, but very fascinating subject!
After lunch we will make a Freestyle Hand-tied Bouquet. For this freestyle bouquet, everyone has an opportunity to work creatively with the techniques they have already learned. It is almost impossible to determine what the end result will look like in advance and therefore it is not easy to achieve a really beautiful result. .
Day 1
We start with a ‘simple’ Mixed Hand Tied Bouquet. A traditional bouquet in which all the materials are tied together by means of the well-known corn sheaf technique. After cleaning the stems, the materials are placed in the bouquet until this gradually results in a semi circular (Biedermeier) shape.
After lunch we make a Hand Tied Bouquet in Groups. This is also a bouquet tied as a corn sheaf, but this time all the materials are added to the bouquet in groups. This is a very attractive variation on the world famous ‘combined hand-tied bouquet’.
We start with a ‘simple’ Mixed Hand Tied Bouquet. A traditional bouquet in which all the materials are tied together by means of the well-known corn sheaf technique. After cleaning the stems, the materials are placed in the bouquet until this gradually results in a semi circular (Biedermeier) shape.
After lunch we make a Hand Tied Bouquet in Groups. This is also a bouquet tied as a corn sheaf, but this time all the materials are added to the bouquet in groups. This is a very attractive variation on the world famous ‘combined hand-tied bouquet’.
Our Students say:
'With lot of fun, really learned a lot. Thank you for the two pleasant days''.
Suzi Hunt, UK: 'Brilliant course. Great to learn new and 'proper' techniques & ideas, Thank you for anwering all my questions. Really enjoyed the 2 days. Wish I could stay longer '.
'Very inspiring. Nice that there always were enough flowers'.
'Thank you for the instructive course. Especially the spiral technique was an eye-opener and I hope I will use it al lot. Above all a good teacher with an informal pitch': Anne Marie Wirt
'Learned a great deal! Nice, now we have to practise. Thank you'.
'This course for me was very interesting.
I learned a lot and I am very happy to do it. Thank you Mark. Thank you Boerma Instituut !'': Satchukorn Kunkanokpong, Tailand
'With lot of fun, really learned a lot. Thank you for the two pleasant days''.
Suzi Hunt, UK: 'Brilliant course. Great to learn new and 'proper' techniques & ideas, Thank you for anwering all my questions. Really enjoyed the 2 days. Wish I could stay longer '.
'Very inspiring. Nice that there always were enough flowers'.
'Thank you for the instructive course. Especially the spiral technique was an eye-opener and I hope I will use it al lot. Above all a good teacher with an informal pitch': Anne Marie Wirt
'Learned a great deal! Nice, now we have to practise. Thank you'.
'This course for me was very interesting.
I learned a lot and I am very happy to do it. Thank you Mark. Thank you Boerma Instituut !'': Satchukorn Kunkanokpong, Tailand
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Only during the hand tied bouquet courses the books '100 bouquets' is for sale
from € 24,90
for € 17,43.
from € 24,90
for € 17,43.
Lesson schedule of our day courses
All day courses start at 10.00, including a lunch and coffee break, until 15.45.
All day courses start at 10.00, including a lunch and coffee break, until 15.45.
The only thing for the two days courses that you need to bring is knife & scissors
If you do not have them or cannot bring them, you can by it in our shop.
If you do not have them or cannot bring them, you can by it in our shop.
Hand tied bouquet course of Februari 16 and 17 2011
A really fun 2days course. I have learned a lot of this course. The explanation was very good. I am definitely going to take another course. Mieke
I have learned the techniques and the basis in a fun way. A sociable group. Space to learn to play with flowers and green. Fantastic! Mirjam en Ljiljiane (firma van der Dussen)
It was great! Lots of information, lots to learn and I really enjoyed it. Probably until September! Mariska (Dekatuin Haarlem)
We have learned a lot during the handtied bouquet course, Good explained, beautiful materials (generous), good mood. The lunch was excellent! Thanks Mark for the instructive lessons. Nelly Slagter en Liesbeth Barnhoorn
It was really fun to do. Very social and instructive, Up to the next course. Tessa van Leuven
A onbelievable great 2 days course. Delicious lunches and amazing sphere. I am definitely going to take a continuation course. Matthue Vroom, Viking flowers
I have had a lot to the 2 days course, everything was clearly explained. The food was excellent! I am definitely going to take another course. . Wilma Veenbrink - Smit, de Hortensia, te Lutjebriek N.H.
It was a great instructive course. You get self-confidence of it. Compliments to the cook. Enough materials, they are not spare. Jannie, Kathalien en Jeanine van tuincentrum de staartploeg thanks.
Instructive course, I can take it in my shop almost every day het Bloementuintje te Zoeterwoude. Thanks'. Peter Kaagman
A really fun 2days course. I have learned a lot of this course. The explanation was very good. I am definitely going to take another course. Mieke
I have learned the techniques and the basis in a fun way. A sociable group. Space to learn to play with flowers and green. Fantastic! Mirjam en Ljiljiane (firma van der Dussen)
It was great! Lots of information, lots to learn and I really enjoyed it. Probably until September! Mariska (Dekatuin Haarlem)
We have learned a lot during the handtied bouquet course, Good explained, beautiful materials (generous), good mood. The lunch was excellent! Thanks Mark for the instructive lessons. Nelly Slagter en Liesbeth Barnhoorn
It was really fun to do. Very social and instructive, Up to the next course. Tessa van Leuven
A onbelievable great 2 days course. Delicious lunches and amazing sphere. I am definitely going to take a continuation course. Matthue Vroom, Viking flowers
I have had a lot to the 2 days course, everything was clearly explained. The food was excellent! I am definitely going to take another course. . Wilma Veenbrink - Smit, de Hortensia, te Lutjebriek N.H.
It was a great instructive course. You get self-confidence of it. Compliments to the cook. Enough materials, they are not spare. Jannie, Kathalien en Jeanine van tuincentrum de staartploeg thanks.
Instructive course, I can take it in my shop almost every day het Bloementuintje te Zoeterwoude. Thanks'. Peter Kaagman
€ 39,90
€ 19,95
Reactie op de Handgebonden Boeketten Cursus van 12 en 19 april 2010:
Mark, je hebt geweldig de technieken uitgelegd en ik heb er veel van geleerd.
Ik heb zelf en bloemenwinkeltje in Renkum en ben best wel eens onzeker en na deze cursus kwam ik erachter dat het helemaal niet nodig is onzeker te zijn
Daar wil ik jou heel erg voor bedanken het betekend heel veel voor mij en mijn winkeltje. Je bent een gezellige vent en bij jou een cursus doen is geen straf integendeel ,enne we hadden nu wel hoesjes om het certificaat, een meevaller ha ha.
De lunch was ook heel goed verzorgd klasse ik ben er zeker van dat ik je nog eens kom plagen .
Dank je wel en ga zo door, ik zal het voortzeggen. Een leuk stel mensen bij elkaar. Top top. Nou de groetjes en bedankt.
Pia Heeren, Renkum
Mark, je hebt geweldig de technieken uitgelegd en ik heb er veel van geleerd.
Ik heb zelf en bloemenwinkeltje in Renkum en ben best wel eens onzeker en na deze cursus kwam ik erachter dat het helemaal niet nodig is onzeker te zijn
Daar wil ik jou heel erg voor bedanken het betekend heel veel voor mij en mijn winkeltje. Je bent een gezellige vent en bij jou een cursus doen is geen straf integendeel ,enne we hadden nu wel hoesjes om het certificaat, een meevaller ha ha.
De lunch was ook heel goed verzorgd klasse ik ben er zeker van dat ik je nog eens kom plagen .
Dank je wel en ga zo door, ik zal het voortzeggen. Een leuk stel mensen bij elkaar. Top top. Nou de groetjes en bedankt.
Pia Heeren, Renkum
Reacties op de Handgebonden Boeketten Cursus van 25 en 26 februari 2010:
Bea,uit Roelofarendsveen:'Heel leerzaam! Iedereen geconcentreerd bezig en toch gezellig '.
Yvonne Straathof, Roelofarendsveen 'Erg van genoten. Veel van opgestoken. Prettige manier van lesgeven'.
'Interesting and more practical. Thank you. But it would be most useful if the entire course is in English'. Swapna, Amsterdam-zuidoost
Bertha de Vries, Terschelling West: 'Hele leuke leerzame cursus! Heb er zeker iets aan gehad. Veel tips gehad en inspiratie opgedaan. Ook was het gezellig. Toch denk ik dat heel vaak moet doen om 't goed te kunnen, dus veel oefenen. Bedankt en misschien tot ziens!'
Trevor, Nieuw Vennep 'Very many thanks ~ an excellent beginning ~ Mark was Great!'.
Veel geleerd, intensieve cursus, bloemenkeuze prima. Enkele aanbevelingen: Leuk om meer bij elkaar mee te kijken; We komen vast nog een keer terug. Alle lof !!!
'Tekst en uitleg duidelijk. Mark is heel rustig maar wel strak. Qua vorm en modelboeket en binden helder. ook natuurlijk vele tips meegenomen'.
Leuk, gezellig en leerzaam. Goede tips meegekregen. Mark was/is ook gezellig en legt het goed/rustig uit.
Zelfs nog een keer als je het niet begrijpt. Af en toe een grapje op zijn tijd. (leuk) Groetjes', Brigitte Spijkers - Laan, Tilburg
Reactie van Judith en Colinda van Harten, Veenendaal:
- Docent: Mark; duidelijk, onderhoudend, behulpzaam, prettig, geen op of aanmerkingen. zeer positief.
- materiaal: royaal / verschillende accessoires.
- kleuren: wat minder.
- Lunch: uitstekend.
'Many thanks for a wonderful course. Mark is a friendly and experienced teacher, and I learned so much'. Kind regards, Alice Alsterberg, Amsterdam
'Heel leuk, veel geleerd'.
'Very nice, iIlearned a lot of tips'.
'Course was alright, learned a lot but had conflicting instructions on day 1 and 2. Would suggest 1 teacher for both days '.
'Ontzettend veel geleerd in slechts 2 dagen. ik wist niet dat ik zo creatief kon zijn. 'Leuk ook om van verschillende leraren te kunnen lerzen. Goede afwisseling van techniek en inspiratie'.
'In 1 woord: Geweldig! Veel geleerd en heel gezellig'
Bea,uit Roelofarendsveen:'Heel leerzaam! Iedereen geconcentreerd bezig en toch gezellig '.
Yvonne Straathof, Roelofarendsveen 'Erg van genoten. Veel van opgestoken. Prettige manier van lesgeven'.
'Interesting and more practical. Thank you. But it would be most useful if the entire course is in English'. Swapna, Amsterdam-zuidoost
Bertha de Vries, Terschelling West: 'Hele leuke leerzame cursus! Heb er zeker iets aan gehad. Veel tips gehad en inspiratie opgedaan. Ook was het gezellig. Toch denk ik dat heel vaak moet doen om 't goed te kunnen, dus veel oefenen. Bedankt en misschien tot ziens!'
Trevor, Nieuw Vennep 'Very many thanks ~ an excellent beginning ~ Mark was Great!'.
Veel geleerd, intensieve cursus, bloemenkeuze prima. Enkele aanbevelingen: Leuk om meer bij elkaar mee te kijken; We komen vast nog een keer terug. Alle lof !!!
'Tekst en uitleg duidelijk. Mark is heel rustig maar wel strak. Qua vorm en modelboeket en binden helder. ook natuurlijk vele tips meegenomen'.
Leuk, gezellig en leerzaam. Goede tips meegekregen. Mark was/is ook gezellig en legt het goed/rustig uit.
Zelfs nog een keer als je het niet begrijpt. Af en toe een grapje op zijn tijd. (leuk) Groetjes', Brigitte Spijkers - Laan, Tilburg
Reactie van Judith en Colinda van Harten, Veenendaal:
- Docent: Mark; duidelijk, onderhoudend, behulpzaam, prettig, geen op of aanmerkingen. zeer positief.
- materiaal: royaal / verschillende accessoires.
- kleuren: wat minder.
- Lunch: uitstekend.
'Many thanks for a wonderful course. Mark is a friendly and experienced teacher, and I learned so much'. Kind regards, Alice Alsterberg, Amsterdam
'Heel leuk, veel geleerd'.
'Very nice, iIlearned a lot of tips'.
'Course was alright, learned a lot but had conflicting instructions on day 1 and 2. Would suggest 1 teacher for both days '.
'Ontzettend veel geleerd in slechts 2 dagen. ik wist niet dat ik zo creatief kon zijn. 'Leuk ook om van verschillende leraren te kunnen lerzen. Goede afwisseling van techniek en inspiratie'.
'In 1 woord: Geweldig! Veel geleerd en heel gezellig'
'Bouquets' by Life3 in English for € 29,90
€ 34,50
Bouquet made by one of our students during a hand tied bouquet course in spring.
Hand tied bouwuet course of June 16 and 17 2011
Fabulous course- I was a complete beginner attending the course and I learnt many new skills. Can't wait to return! Sarah Irons (engeland)
Thoroughly enjoyed the course and working with so many varied flowers with all there varies properties.
The step by step instructions were good allowing practise before attempting a bouquet. It was good to try different methods and styles and then finally use all our knowledge on a self-designed bouquet.
I would love to do further courses just for fun. Jennifer sumner (Liverpool)
Ik heb verschrikkelijk genoten van deze fijne 2 daagse cursus handgebonden boeketten. Royaal gebruik kunnen maken van materiaal. Veel geoefend. Het smaakt naar meer/ een vervolg cursus. Jonel penders (amsterdam)
Grazie Mille !! I really enjoy everything. I hope I'll see you soon. Christiana (italié)
I liked this course very much. It gave me the insights of basic kills, that I missed. Our teacher Mark was very enthusiastic and very patient. He explained everything step by step and showed all the technics. Whenever anyone had a question, Mark would give enough attention to that person and explain and show how to do certain things. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn about handtied flowers. Neli Krautsova (Rotterdam)
2-day course hand-tied bouquets. Learned a lot, very professional and nice presentations and reception. Thanks very much. Yvonne storm (Honselersdijk)
I had super fun days. Learned a lot. Delicious lunch. Good quality flowers. Definitely recommended! Anja Noorlander (Sprang- capelle).
Dear people, I have really been looking forward to this course because after this session I can further my plans. The lessons were good design, clear explanations, patience and sufficient materials. I certainly had two instructive days. It has given me great satisfaction! Nice group of people, not unimportant. See you soon. Anja Willems (Apeldoorn)
Thanks for all the tips and tricks. I have learned a lot. It was great fun with many different flowers and that we could take everything home with us! The lunch was well taken care of! Laura.
Fabulous course- I was a complete beginner attending the course and I learnt many new skills. Can't wait to return! Sarah Irons (engeland)
Thoroughly enjoyed the course and working with so many varied flowers with all there varies properties.
The step by step instructions were good allowing practise before attempting a bouquet. It was good to try different methods and styles and then finally use all our knowledge on a self-designed bouquet.
I would love to do further courses just for fun. Jennifer sumner (Liverpool)
Ik heb verschrikkelijk genoten van deze fijne 2 daagse cursus handgebonden boeketten. Royaal gebruik kunnen maken van materiaal. Veel geoefend. Het smaakt naar meer/ een vervolg cursus. Jonel penders (amsterdam)
Grazie Mille !! I really enjoy everything. I hope I'll see you soon. Christiana (italié)
I liked this course very much. It gave me the insights of basic kills, that I missed. Our teacher Mark was very enthusiastic and very patient. He explained everything step by step and showed all the technics. Whenever anyone had a question, Mark would give enough attention to that person and explain and show how to do certain things. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn about handtied flowers. Neli Krautsova (Rotterdam)
2-day course hand-tied bouquets. Learned a lot, very professional and nice presentations and reception. Thanks very much. Yvonne storm (Honselersdijk)
I had super fun days. Learned a lot. Delicious lunch. Good quality flowers. Definitely recommended! Anja Noorlander (Sprang- capelle).
Dear people, I have really been looking forward to this course because after this session I can further my plans. The lessons were good design, clear explanations, patience and sufficient materials. I certainly had two instructive days. It has given me great satisfaction! Nice group of people, not unimportant. See you soon. Anja Willems (Apeldoorn)
Thanks for all the tips and tricks. I have learned a lot. It was great fun with many different flowers and that we could take everything home with us! The lunch was well taken care of! Laura.
25 November 2011 we worked with the beautiful Eucharis from Eucharis.nu
Two times a year you can join the 2days handtied bouquet course & the 2days funeral work course, So you can learn more in the same week.
The 'Flowerbag' will keep your hand tied bouquet wet during transport.