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Turn a fresh pumpkin into a show-stopping fall centerpiece at Lavender Hill Farm. This October 19 workshop with local floral artist Sydney offers step-by-step instruction, seasonal blooms, and a relaxed Farmhouse setting—perfect for a creative afternoon with friends.
Turn a fresh pumpkin into a show-stopping fall centerpiece at Lavender Hill Farm. This October 19 workshop with local floral artist Sydney offers step-by-step instruction, seasonal blooms, and a relaxed Farmhouse setting—perfect for a creative afternoon with friends.
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When autumn arrives at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City, Michigan, the property flips from working farm to an active, hands-on studio for seasonal craft. On October 19, Pumpkin Floral Design Workshop invites makers and friends to carve and craft a living centerpiece inside the white Farmhouse. The Copper Room will be open for optional flights, drinks, and bites, and parking is located in the Drying Shed Parking Area; check-in at the Farmhouse is recommended 15–30 minutes early. This two-hour, instructor-led session (approximately 2 hours) is taught by local floral artist Sydney of Boyne City, who walks participants through composition, layering, balance, and placement while supplying a fresh pumpkin, a curated selection of seasonal blooms, and design tools. For $55 per person and recommended for ages 12+, guests can expect approachable instruction with no previous floral experience required. Bring a ticket (printed or on your phone) for scanning; space is limited and advance registration closes 48 hours before the workshop. The scene is simple but specific: a bright farmhouse room, tables spread with native stems and textured foliage, and a display of round, field pumpkins ready to be hollowed and turned into vessels. Look for late-season asters, mums, ornamental grasses, and other Michigan-grown stems that offer color and structure. This is not just a craft class—it's a short, practical design clinic that teaches principles you can use at home, from balancing scale to creating lasting mechanics for stems in organic containers. Visitors will appreciate Lavender Hill Farm’s easy, farm-focused rhythm: check in, browse the Farmhouse Boutique, and settle into a hands-on table. The Copper Room nearby provides a social finish if you want to sample local flavors after arranging. Accessibility is noted for the Barn, Farmhouse, and restrooms, though some grounds remain uneven; contact the farm ahead if you need assistance. Why book this workshop? It pairs low-stress instruction with seasonal materials you can take home, making it an ideal friends’ outing, a date idea, or a solo creative afternoon. The class size keeps it intimate, the pace is relaxed, and the result is a ready-made centerpiece that captures northern Michigan’s fall textures. For questions about this specific event, Sydney is reachable at 231-330-7979 and general event questions can be sent to [email protected]. Reserve early—these small seasonal workshops fill fast. Plan to leave your finished piece on a stable surface at home and refresh the water daily; trim stems every few days to extend life. Guests under 18 must hold their own ticket and be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. Note that all sales are final and additional fees may apply. Space is limited and registration closes 48 hours in advance, book your spot early to avoid disappointment.
easy.
approximately 2 hours.
Light physical activity: standing, light lifting (pumpkins), and hands-on table work—suitable for most fitness levels.
This workshop is recommended for ages 12+. Guests under 18 must have their own ticket and be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
The session runs approximately 2 hours and is instructor-led by local floral artist Sydney of Boyne City.
Your ticket includes a fresh pumpkin, choice of curated seasonal blooms, and use of design tools. Drinks and bites from The Copper Room are available for purchase separately.
Check in at the white Farmhouse on arrival. Parking is located in the Drying Shed Parking Area.
All sales are final. Space is limited and advance registration closes 48 hours before the workshop.
No prior experience is required. The workshop is designed for beginners and covers basic floral design principles.
Lavender Hill Farm runs seasonal workshops and farm events that reflect northern Michigan’s harvest traditions.
Guests are encouraged to compost pumpkin waste and choose seasonal, locally-sourced stems to reduce environmental impact.
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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