24 November 2014

A CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP WITH LAURA ASHLEY

Even though it's still November, Christmas is so close that I can almost smell the pine needles and warmed mince pies, and I'm embracing every minute of it. I normally wait until December before I get festive but F has written his letter to Santa – which I'm trying to decipher – and his enthusiasm for all things sparkly is definitely infectious.

So I was super excited when the lovely peeps over at Laura Ashley asked whether I would like to host  a Customise Christmas Wreath workshop with some of my lovely blogging pals; Fritha,  Jessica,  Lottie, AdeleLaura and Laura for some Christmas fun, coffee and a catch up. Perfect!
Click to read more

I headed over to The Mockingbird Cafe in Clifton, which is fast becoming my favourite hang out with its all American southern states menu, minimalist interior, industrial lighting, scandi-style wooden tables, leafy ferns and best coffee for miles, and don't get me started on the food! The buttermilk biscuits with chilli jam, homemade granola, pastries and muffins, pulled chicken BBQ subs are oh so delicious. 

The morning light blazed through the window, coffee aromas lingered in the air and everyone seemed eager to get started and sample some of the fine food. Each kit contains cinnamon sticks, glittery acorns and fabric flowers amongst other things making it easy to style. 
I brought along some additional accessories and the ladies used pompoms, feathers, autumn leaves and ribbons to customise and personalise their wreath. We used beautiful Eucalyptus, Thistles, Dahlia's, Pussy Willows and other pale greens provided by Lloyds Flowers, to style the wreaths and photograph the finished product.


I must say since then I have been feeling extremely festive and I can't wait to get our tree delivered from Pine and Needles in a few days time, as Paul is away for the next two weeks the thought of lugging a Christmas tree home with a four year old in tow sends shivers down my spine. You can use the code WILD14 to order your own beautiful Nordman Fir and receive a free gift of Holly, Mistletoe and a mini Christmas tree – and everyone likes those.

The wreath making kits are currently on sale from £40 down to £21 and I would definitely recommend them as a fun Christmas activity that you can get the family involved in. Plus it's so nice having personalised festive decorations in your home which is suited to your own style.

*Thank you to Laura Ashley, Lloyds Flowers and the Mockingbird Cafe for provided us with such a wonderful Christmas wreath making morning.


SHARE:

19 comments

  1. I love wreaths, especially Christmas ones - and how much fun to host a party to make them! The kit seems like a steal at that price, too!

    ReplyDelete
  2. I was just reading about this over on Circus Queen and think I'm actually going to buy one - they look lovely!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Looks great fun - we don't have any way of fixing a wreath to our front door unfortunately!

    ReplyDelete
  4. This looks like SO much fun! I love your wreath with the pom pom additions! I would love to have a go, bargain price!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Wow! I'm soooo jealous! Would love to go to workshop like this :) Looks like so much fun!

    ReplyDelete
  6. love that shot of ophelia! this was such a lovely thing to do, thank you again for the opportunity :)

    ReplyDelete
  7. It looks like great fun. I love the pom poms! :)

    ReplyDelete
  8. looks like an amazing day, and gorgeous photos x

    ReplyDelete
  9. What a fabulous way to spend a couple of hours! I love having a wreath on the front door at Christmas.

    ReplyDelete
  10. This looks like such an awesome day. I'm really hoping I get round to making my own wreath this year! x

    ReplyDelete
  11. Your pictures of the day are great! I love that one of Ophelia looking at the camera from my back. Thank you for organising such a lovely morning. We've already put our wreath up!

    ReplyDelete
  12. This is so cute! looks like fab festive fun!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Ooh jealous of this wonderful event, cool cafe and such a lovely bunch of crafty bloggers. Looks like fun! x

    ReplyDelete
  14. What a great event. I'd love to do something like this.

    ReplyDelete
  15. i love this. What a great kit to have. I am so in the festive mood this year. I don't know if its because my two are finally old enough to know and understand a bit more. But either way I am loving both handmade festive decor and great finds in the shops at the moment. I would love to make a wreath like this. Looks so professional too! Great idea. and What a fun day with so many great inspiring crafty people.Glad you had fun. Love the bear coffee too. I wouldn't want to drink him! lol

    ReplyDelete
  16. Looks like such a brilliant event...the idea of making a wreath actually sounds like hard work, but how lovely to make one with friends over coffee and treats. Such a lovely way to get into the Christmas spirit! x

    ReplyDelete
  17. i would love to make my own christmas wreath

    ReplyDelete
  18. was such a lovely event, thanks for organising it! x

    ReplyDelete

© WILD & GRIZZLY

This site uses cookies from Google to deliver its services - Click here for information.

Blogger Template Created by pipdig