Peonies At Scale: Hand-Tied Workshop with Ivan Gilkes

Join us for a hands-on, design-forward floral class where we’ll explore the art of creating a large-scale, high-impact hand-tied bouquet using one of the most coveted flowers of the season—peonies. Together, we’ll break down what makes a statement arrangement feel modern, abundant, and effortlessly refined.

Students will:

• Learn the fundamentals of large-scale hand-tied bouquet construction, including balance, proportion, and structure

• Create a lush, bifloral arrangement featuring premium seasonal peonies designed to feel both bold and cohesive

• Work with high-end materials while learning professional mechanics for building volume and impact

• Practice creating a polished, statement-making bouquet to take home