Magnolia Workshops: Fundamentals of Floral Design

Catch a sneak peek of floral artist Gabriela Salazar's workshop, Fundamentals of Floral Design, as she welcomes you into her studio to create beautiful arrangements full of color and texture.

Learn what to consider when selecting a vessel and which varieties of shapes and colors work best to create a complementary pairing.

Create a simple and delicate arrangement for any occasion with tips from Gabriela. This arrangement is an ideal beginner-friendly project to learn the layers of floral design in a compote vase.

Master the art of layering flowers to create your own elegant centerpiece as Gabriela demonstrates how focal flowers and supporting flowers build a balanced arrangement.

Construct a stunning, large-scale arrangement using a variety of branches, large blooms and supporting flowers as Gabriela shares a step-by-step guide to bring these impressive florals to life.

Create a classic, handheld arrangement as Gabriela demonstrates how to arrange the stems in your hand and secure the bouquet for travel. The flexibility of this arrangement makes it a great gift.

Create a fresh, greenery-only arrangement as Gabriela breaks down how to combine different shades, textures and sizes together to make a cohesive statement piece without blooms.

Accentuate your centerpiece arrangement with elegant styling throughout your tablescape as Gabriela reveals how simple touches like candles, votives and fruit complete the design.

Take a walk through Gabriela’s garden as she breaks down the varieties of stems and florals to consider when creating an arrangement. Then, learn how to prepare your blooms for long life by properly trimming and cleaning the stems.