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Spend two relaxing hours in a century-old Barn at Lavender Hill Farm crafting a lavender-and-seasonal-flower arrangement in a vintage watering can. Local floral artist Sydney leads the class—materials included and all skill levels welcome.
Spend two relaxing hours in a century-old Barn at Lavender Hill Farm crafting a lavender-and-seasonal-flower arrangement in a vintage watering can. Local floral artist Sydney leads the class—materials included and all skill levels welcome.
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Operated by Lavender Hill Farm · Boyne City, Michigan
At Lavender Hill Farm outside Boyne City, Michigan, the Lavender Floral Design Workshop is a two-hour hands-on class held inside a century-old Barn where the scent of dried lavender hangs in the air. Guided by local floral artist Sydney of Boyne City, participants of all levels assemble a fresh-and-dried arrangement inside a vintage-style watering can and leave with a finished piece. The workshop opens with a brief demonstration of basic design principles - balance, focal points, and layering - followed by step-by-step coaching as you select stems, secure mechanics, and arrange blooms. All materials are provided: the watering can vessel, dried lavender, seasonal fresh florals, and tools. The pace is unhurried; the emphasis is creative exploration rather than a strict lesson plan, making this a relaxed option for solo travelers, friends, or families with visitors aged 12 and up. The setting is one of the trip’s strongest draws. The course takes place in the Barn on Lavender Hill Farm, a century-old agricultural building that frames natural light and the smell of lavender. Guests check in at the Ambassador Stand located between the red barn and white farmhouse, with parking in the Drying Shed Parking Area. Inside, wooden beams, worktables, and buckets of blooms create an accessible studio feel uncommon on commercial craft-class circuits. What makes this workshop special for Boyne City visitors is its blend of place-based craft and seasonal rhythm. Lavender is the star - dried stalks provide structure and scent while local seasonal flowers add color and texture - so each arrangement is a small portrait of the farm that day. Sydney shares practical techniques alongside creative prompts, so even beginners walk away with skills to repeat at home. Practical details are straightforward: the event runs approximately two hours and costs $55 per person; pre-registration is required and closes 48 hours before class or when sold out. The workshop occurs rain or shine inside the Barn; if Lavender Hill Farm cancels, guests receive a full refund. Children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult, and while the Barn and Farmhouse are ADA compliant the farm grounds are not fully accessible - contact the farm in advance for assistance. For travelers seeking a low-impact, immersive craft experience that connects them to local agriculture and seasonal blooms, this workshop is a quietly memorable stop. It’s an easy creative detour from typical outdoor activities in northern Michigan - a way to bring a piece of the region home in a watering can. Guests are encouraged to browse the Farmhouse Boutique before or after class; workshop questions can be directed to Sydney at 231 - 330 - 7979 or [email protected]. Reserve early - space is limited and classes often sell out during peak summer weekends, making advance booking the best way to secure your spot. Today.
easy.
approximately 2 hours.
Minimal physical exertion; participants should be able to stand for short periods and do light hand work.
All guests check in at the Ambassador Stand located between the red barn and white farmhouse. Please have tickets printed or a screenshot ready.
Recommended for ages 12 and up. Children must have a ticket and be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
Pre-registration is required; all sales are final for bookings but if Lavender Hill Farm cancels a workshop guests will be refunded in full.
Yes. The watering can, dried lavender, seasonal fresh florals, and design tools are all provided as part of the class fee.
The Barn, Farmhouse, and restrooms are ADA compliant, but the farm grounds are not fully accessible; contact the farm in advance for assistance.
Parking is located in the Drying Shed Parking Area; allow extra time to walk from the parking area to the Ambassador Stand and Barn.
The workshop takes place in a century-old Barn that reflects the farm’s agricultural history and provides an authentic working-farm studio environment.
Workshops focus on seasonal, locally grown florals and low-impact practices; participants are encouraged to reuse containers and compost clippings when possible.
Lavender Hill Farm, located in Boyne City, Michigan, operates as a farm-based events venue offering hands-on workshops and seasonal gatherings. The farm hosts a rotating schedule of creative experiences, including pottery painting sessions—stoneware mugs, beach plates, and pie plates or loaf pans—led by Cottage Pottery instructors. Most pottery workshops provide all materials and yield functional stoneware pieces. Floral design offerings are led by florist Sydney Wormell and include a Sunflower Floral Design session and Dried Floral Wreath Workshops scheduled for June 30 and August 13. The wreath workshop focuses on an 18-inch wreath made with eucalyptus and dried flowers. Painting classes feature professional artist Daniel Duncan with guided instruction to complete an 11x14 canvas; all painting supplies are provided. Driftwood Art workshops, guided by Jen Barratt, use real driftwood for nature-inspired creations. Lavender Hill Farm also programs community events in and around the Red Barn, including candlelight yoga with a concluding sound bath, and themed movie nights such as Twilight and Wicked shown under the barn’s rafters. Movie nights often include lawn games and a BYO beverage option. Activities are presented as accessible to a range of skill levels and are positioned to promote creativity, mindfulness, and relaxed social connection. Visitors are encouraged to review specific event listings for dates, times, and registration details. Lavender Hill Farm’s combination of named instructors, scheduled workshops, and the Red Barn setting provides a predictable, workshop-focused experience for individuals and small groups. Booking availability and specific instructor information are listed on event pages online.
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