A VIRTUAL MASTERCLASS

The Sustainable Floral Sculptures Edit

Ready to design with less waste — and more artistry?

Could sustainable armatures and structures become the backbone of your design work — for everyday bouquets and sculptural showpieces alike?

If the answer is yes, or even maybe, this masterclass is for you!

We'll work through three of my favorite sustainable methods — from an all-natural bouquet armature to reusable sculpture mechanics that need no concrete at all.

Whether you're designing everyday orders or statement pieces, this focused class will give you three reliable, eco-conscious techniques to put to work right away.

Sculptural florals are having a moment!

You've seen them by now — the sculptural arrangements and airy, transparent designs that seem to hold themselves in place, no foam or fussy mechanics in sight. Clients are drawn to this work, and florists who can create it sustainably are the ones standing out right now.

The good news? You don't need concrete, foam, or single-use plastics. It's about having a few reliable, natural methods to reach for — each one giving you strong, dependable structure that disappears beneath the floral material.

In this virtual masterclass, I'm going to walk you through my favorite sustainable armatures and structures, and you'll see finished sculptural pieces up close.

These methods range from a simple compostable bouquet armature to reusable sculpture mechanics, so you'll leave with the ability to create artful, sustainable work for everyday orders and showpieces alike.

What we'll cover:

The Compostable Bouquet Armature This all-natural armature is one of the first things I learned as a new florist. Easy to construct and comfortable to hold, it keeps stems securely in place — giving you easier placements and stability for any style of bouquet. An essential tool you'll return to again and again.
Transparent Sustainable Structures Let's take a break from chicken wire and foam! I'll share my favorite ways to work with natural structural materials and water tubes only. These structures are affordable, simple to construct, reusable — and they feel fresh and aesthetically relevant.
Reusable Floral Sculptures My go-to method for the sculptural arrangements you're seeing everywhere. No concrete needed! The inner structure is strong and reliable, and the mechanics disappear effortlessly beneath the floral material.
Q&A

What you'll walk away with:

Three reliable sustainable methods, from everyday bouquets to sculptural showpieces
Strong, dependable mechanics that disappear beneath the floral material
A source list for the natural materials, water tubes, and tools that make this work reliable
Confidence to say yes to the next sculptural or sustainability-minded request

What's included:

2+ hour virtual masterclass with Sue
*lifetime access to rewatch at your leisure
Supply list and source links
Q&A

Watch the Masterclass

Hi. I'm Sue.

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here.

With over 20 years in floral design, I can say with confidence, no matter where you are in your business, I’ve been there too! Having taught over 20,000 students, I am passionate about helping florists build their confidence and find their creative voice.

Master floristry techniques with an artful approach, delivered in an approachable, accessible way; designed to allow you to create more dynamic, skillful sustainable designs... and more!

I designed this sustainable floral sculptures masterclass for busy, working florists who want a bit more from an online class. In this recorded for replay masterclass, you'll hear great questions from your peers get answered! This makes the learning experience that much richer.

I also know that the busy-ness of the profession leaves little time to experiment and try new methods. These masterclasses are meant to offer tried and tested solutions that allow you to elevate your work right away.

The Sustainable Floral Sculptures Edit

$99 USD

Here's what we'll cover:

The Compostable Bouquet Armature
Transparent Sustainable Structures
Reusable Floral Sculptures
Q&A

Plus:

💐Lifetime Access to the Replay
💐Downloadable PDF Recipes

What People Are Saying

Hitomi Gilliam

"What a beautiful, intentional responsible teaching lessons that you are providing here. Bravo to your thoughtful ways!!! Xxx💚"

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Hendra G.

Love the way you work. Always fascinated by the transparency of the designs.

Marylu M.

Her [Sue's] classes are so amazing, highly recommended 100%.

Cheryl A.

I'm truly taken by your imagination and how it leads you to so many forms of creativity.

Roneece D.

I'm new to the industry and I'm so glad I landed here to start my career! Thank you so much!!

Sue P.

You've done all of the hard work in figuring out the mechanics. Thank you for being so open to sharing your secrets. You are a wonderful instructor; clear, easy steps to making the most beautiful, intricate looking wearable pieces.

Leigh L.

I have found your designs, courses, and theories refreshing and inspirational. I can’t wait to dive deeper into your courses. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and keep pushing the boundaries of floriculture.

Frank B.

"You are doing a terrific job at conveying your artistry. I watched closely the three videos you offered and I must say that I almost felt like I could get right away into making headpieces out of fresh flowers.

The pedagogy is there, you repeat things so they become engrained and so, as a gardener I could almost say to myself, let's go and pick out flowers in the garden and see what I can make of them."

[Virtual Studio Open House Sessions]

Anna R.

"I love stories! Especially yours as it is almost exactly like mine in its beginning!

For me, the flower that stopped time that faithful day was a Crichton Honey Dahlia. It was during Covid. My best friend and I had made a pact to send each other a message, photo or quote each day to boost morale. That particular day she'd seen that flower posted on an Instagram.

And I will never forget it. It was like there'd been a huge pile of firewood sitting still and lifeless in my heart and suddenly that photo set it on fire.

I think that's why I immediately connected with you. I know you get it! I can tell its the same for you! And when I heard your story, I knew that suspicion was right.

I heard about you through the course I took with Floret. And your work with wire has added to that fire. I wake up dreaming of growing all kinds of flowers just so I can see how they will work on wire!

Thank you Sue! For all you do and create. For leading the way and offering help and support to those that are following behind you."

[Artful Wedding Personals collection]

Zoe P.

"I've recently found your page and you have totally made me fall in love with wearables. I had thought it was something i would avoid offering as it felt old fashioned and my belief was it was a waste of money. Well you have completely turned that around where I now see personals being such a beautiful gesture AND can be done in a way that is stylish. And that is exciting because it's also potentially a very lucrative offering for a florist. With your techniques I can produce quickly, make use of ingredients that would otherwise be unused AND offer customers something stylish to really elevate and have people noticing. So THANK YOU!

The flower list was very helpful both for the method and also having flowers collated into a list for different seasons.

Thank you, I believe you may have single handedly changed my floristry journey - and I can't wait for my community to become excited about the stylish fashion statement flowers can be."

[Bloom Guide]