The Florist Collective: a Design Lab
A peer-to-peer design lab for florists centered on shared exploration, experimentation, and intentional floral design.
April 11, 2026
What to expect
An intimate, in-person gathering designed for florists who are drawn to:
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open process and thoughtful experimentation
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designing alongside peers in a shared, exploratory environment
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working with seasonal materials guided by intention, texture, movement, and curiosity
This is not a traditional workshop, but a space for exploration, dialogue, and creating - together. Set on a working farm, the day centers on hands-on making, observation, and conversation, with an emphasis on process over prescribed outcomes.
Before the lab
Registered participants will receive a detailed welcome guide in advance of the experience. This will include the flow of the day, practical notes, and a seasonal mood board that reflects the materials and creative direction guiding the lab.
Details are shared intentionally closer to the date to allow the experience to remain responsive to seasonality, while offering enough clarity to arrive prepared and grounded.
Why a design lab?
Creative growth doesn’t happen through replication alone. It happens through inquiry, experimentation, and shared process.
The Florist Collective was created as a design lab, not to teach a fixed outcome, but to hold space for florists to explore ideas together, test approaches, and engage deeply with materials, mechanics, and intention.
Rather than instruction-led learning, the lab is shaped by dialogue, observation, and collective thinking, where knowledge is exchanged peer to peer, and process is valued as much as the final form.
Who this is for
The Florist Collective: A Design Lab is designed for practicing floral designers who are comfortable working independently and are drawn to process-driven exploration alongside peers.
What's included
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Seasonal floral materials sourced from the farm and trusted suppliers
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Use of vessels and foam-free mechanics
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Guided creative prompts and peer dialogue throughout the day
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Professional photography (individual portraits + styled detail images)
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Light breakfast, lunch, and refreshments
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Take-home primary floral creations
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A detailed mood board and schedule will be shared with confirmed participants prior to the lab.
Important information.
Please read before registering.
At a Glance
April 11, 2026 | Hosted at Yakashiro Farm, Fraser Valley, BC
Approximately 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Investment: $1,150 CAD (plus GST)
With only 15 participants, the lab is intentionally intimate to support meaningful exchange and shared process.
The Florist Collective: A Design Lab is an independent design initiative by Angelica Floral Designs.
Registration & Payment
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Register with a 50% non-refundable deposit or pay in full
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The first 50% of all payments is non-refundable
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Final balances are due 21 days prior to the event
Minimum Enrollment
The Florist Collective: A Design Lab requires a minimum of eight (8) confirmed participants in order to proceed.
If the minimum enrollment is not met, the event may be rescheduled or cancelled. In such a case, all registration payments received will be refunded in full.
Participants will be notified no later than March 21, 2026 (21 days prior to the event date).
Cancellations
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Cancellations within 21 days of the event are non-refundable
Environment
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Hands-on experience on a working farm
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Some walking on uneven terrain may occur
Design Lab Participation Agreement. Summary of Key Terms
By registering for The Florist Collective: A Design Lab, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
Event Participation:
This is a full-day, in-person floral design experience taking place on April 11, 2026 at Yakashiro Farm in the Fraser Valley, BC. Participation is limited and confirmed only once a signed contract and payment is received in full. Registration & Payment: Registration requires either a 50% non-refundable deposit or full payment. The first 50% of all payments is non-refundable, regardless of payment method. Any remaining balance must be paid 21 days prior to the event. Attendance is not permitted unless payment is complete. Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations made more than 21 days prior to the event follow the refund structure outlined at registration. Cancellations within 21 days of the event are non-refundable, for any reason. No refunds are provided for no-shows. Transfers: Registration may be transferred to another individual with written notice and approval. Transfers must be completed at least 72 hours prior to the event. Replacement participants must agree to all terms of this Agreement. Floral Materials & Supplier Commitments: Floral materials and supplies are ordered in advance based on confirmed registrations. Once orders have been placed and confirmed with suppliers, materials cannot be changed or cancelled. After this point, all payments become final and non-refundable. Farm Environment & Assumption of Risk: The Design Lab is held on a working farm; some walking on uneven terrain may occur. All floral design work takes place inside the barn workspace. You voluntarily assume reasonable risks associated with participation. Liability & Venue: Yakashiro Farm acts solely as the venue provider. You release Angelica Floral Designs Ltd., its owner, assistants, contractors, and Yakashiro Farm from claims arising from participation, except where liability cannot legally be excluded. Photography & Attribution: Photography and video may be captured during the Design Lab. If you share work created during the Lab publicly, you are kindly requested to tag and credit Angelica Floral Designs and The Florist Collective: A Design Lab. This does not affect your ownership of your own images or work. Conduct: A respectful, collaborative environment is expected. The Company reserves the right to remove any participant for unsafe or disruptive behavior without refund. Acknowledgement: By completing registration and checking the required boxes, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to the full Workshop Participation Agreement.