Testimonials from the Flower and Garden Retreat
"The Flower and Garden Retreat was absolutely magical - I learned so much, had such a peaceful and relaxing week, and came home creatively energized and inspired to do more with flowers.Chelsea and Paula are amazing and incredibly thoughtful hosts. Spending the week with them was like spending a week with smart and talented friends who want to show you a slice of the best things Portugal has to offer - from the gardens and wildflowers to the pastries and fresh seafood to a friendly debate about the best gelato - all while also teaching you about sustainable floral arranging and working with native and foraged materials. And you get to do it all in a stunningly gorgeous village!
Chelsea is a born teacher who is able to introduce and explain new techniques and styles in an easy to follow way. Her suggestions and feedback on arrangements helped me improve my craft, and also gain confidence in my own abilities. Her insight into flower sourcing and working with sustainable growers is invaluable, and she has clearly thought deeply about how she approaches her work and the field. Whether you're a novice or an experienced florist, I think you can learn a lot from Chelsea.
The guest instructors Chelsea brings in are deeply knowledgeable and their passion for their field (be it edible and medicinal flowers, native plants, crafting with nature, garden design, floral farming, or urban gardening) is infectious. It's truly impossible to not be inspired after the retreat!Every day of the retreat was creatively energizing, thought provoking, and a whole lot of fun. I learned so much that I've brought home to put into practice, and I would go again in a heartbeat."
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