Decorating with flowers and dried leaves
A course by Marina DiasBotanical Designer
A course by Marina Dias, Botanical Designer
Discover how to create stunning floral arrangements with this step-by-step course. Learn techniques and tips from experts.
Marina Dias, a renowned botanical designer, will guide you on a creative journey to learn how to dehydrate and paint flowers and leaves, transforming them into beautiful arrangements and accessories. You will discover everything about the exciting world of dried flowers and their ever-growing market.
Marina will show you the essential materials and dehydration techniques to preserve the plants' original structure and colors. You will learn how to dye flowers and leaves, plan your projects and create moodboards for inspiration. You will discover how to select the ideal plants for your designs and how to create harmonious arrangements. Furthermore, Marina will share valuable tips on maintaining and packaging your creations.
By the end of this course, you will have mastered the art of transforming ephemeral works of art from nature into unique and desirable pieces.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 16 downloads
Introduction to dehydrated flowers and leaves
4 minutes, 15 seconds
The dried flower market
3 minutes, 58 seconds
Materials
2 minutes, 58 seconds
The best flowers and leaves to start with
11 minutes, 25 seconds
Flower dyeing
8 minutes, 7 seconds
Course project planning
11 minutes, 1 second
What's included in this course?
Afterwards, Marina will teach you how to dye flowers and leaves, plan your projects and create inspiring moodboards. You will discover how to select the ideal plants for your designs and how to create harmonious arrangements. Finally, you will learn how to care for and package your creations. Upon completing this course, you will be prepared to transform flowers and leaves into pieces of desire and connect with nature in a unique way.
What is this course's project?
You will create a stunning headpiece using the techniques you will learn. Through your final project, you'll apply everything you've learned about dehydrating, dyeing, planning, and composition to bring to life a unique, authentic piece that reflects your style and creativity.
Who is this online course for?
This course is aimed at nature lovers, creatives and anyone interested in learning a unique form of artistic expression. No prior knowledge is required, just curiosity and enthusiasm for the world of dried flowers and botanical design.
Requirements and materials
To make the most of this course, you will need flowers, wire, craft pliers, staples, glue and ribbon. No prior experience or specialized equipment is required, just your passion and creativity.
Reviews
- 3 months ago
Un curso maravilloso! Adore todo lo que aprendi. Ya disenare una pieza. Muchas Gracias!
- 7 months ago
Muito elucidativo! Gostei batante.
- 2 years ago
muy interesante!!
- 2 years ago
Muito interessante.m
- 2 years ago
Inspirador y fácil de seguir. me ha gustado.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- U2
Discover dried flowers
- Introduction to dehydrated flowers and leaves
- The dried flower market
- Materials
- The best flowers and leaves to start with
- Flower dyeing
- Course project planning
- U3
Create a perfect piece
- Style, tone and choice of flowers
- The wire frame
- The screen structure
- Floral composition
- U4
Add-ons
- Care and tips for packing
- Other structures
- Arrangement possibilities with dried flowers
- FP
Final project
- Arrangements for decoration and hair with dried flowers and leaves
What to expect from a Domestika course
Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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FAQs
The course is intermediate level, perfect for those with basic floral design or crafting knowledge who want to deepen their skills in dehydration, composition, and customizing botanical arrangements.
You'll need natural flowers, wire, scissors, floral tape, hot glue gun, nursery mesh, paints, sprays, satin ribbon, elastics, plus containers for dehydration and protective gear.
You'll learn natural and chemical dehydration techniques, arrangement assembly, dyeing, customization, accessory creation, flower selection and pairing, reuse strategies, and tips for personal and commercial projects.
The course teaches natural methods like hanging flowers upside down and pressing, as well as chemical techniques to preserve color and structure of flowers and foliage.
Prior experience isn't required but helps, since the course covers intermediate techniques and creative applications in botanical design.
You'll learn how to pick species with good durability, firm structure, and easy drying, along with tips on combining colors and textures to suit your project.
Yes, you'll learn dyeing techniques using sprays, paints, and methods to preserve and enhance the colors of dried flowers and foliage.