DTSM x Viola Floral Bloom Bar at the Third Street Promenade

$120.00

DateApril 22 | 9:30–10:45am

Description

In partnership with Downtown Santa Monica, Viola Floral is hosting the Bloom Bar – a FREE immersive workshop on the Third Street Promenade during the Santa Monica Farmers Market, where you'll learn how to select the freshest, most beautiful blooms of the season.

After a guided 20-minute market stroll and shop, we'll head over to our pop-up floral studio on the Promenade where we'll guide you step-by-step on how to create a gorgeous, seasonal hand-tied bouquet, including how to properly clean and condition flowers.

Your bouquet will be yours to take home! All levels welcome!

Dates: Wednesdays (starting April 22) until May 27

Time: 9:30–10:45am (75-minute workshop)

Cost: Free (a $120 value), sponsored by Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.

Location: Third Street Promenade (exact location will be shared via email upon RSVP)

Difficulty: All levels welcome

Please note: If something comes up, feel free to send a friend in your place – flower joy is always transferable, but unfortunately we cannot switch you to a different time slot. Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early as we'll be starting promptly on time. This workshop series is limited to one sign-up per customer. Valid while supplies last.

Kit Included

Everything is taken care of by our amazing team, including fresh flowers, vases, floral cutters, and guided instructions to create one stunning floral arrangement. Expect to leave with a breathtaking arrangement crafted by your own hands, enriched with newfound knowledge of florals and design. Following your purchase, our team will be in touch to coordinate the next steps.

Meet Your Instructors

Our flower arranging workshops are taught by:

Viola Floral Founder, Jelena Trifunovic, M.Ed. — entrepreneur, former science educator/professor, and mother of three. Jelena’s passion for floral design is centered around the special bond she shared with her late mom. Jelena’s combined love of flowers, design, travel, and the beauty of life, inspires her to continuously reinvent how we experience flowers. Read Jelena's story

Master Designer, Elise Piatkowski — Weary of the daily grind of commuting to her Manhattan office job, Elise sought a change. With the support of friends and the invaluable guidance of talented mentors, she transformed a passion for floral design into a full-time profession. Almost a decade later, Elise has honed her skills and cultivated a distinctive, authentic style, and enjoys sharing her knowledge through workshops and teaching experiences at Viola Floral.

Our Promise

We go beyond providing mere instructions—we offer engaging and interactive sessions, guiding you through creating stunning arrangements. Expect personalized attention, expert tips, and a nurturing environment to enhance your skills. We pledge to nurture your love for flowers, ensuring an inspiring and enriching experience that fuels your artistic journey.