Winter Workshops
"At first, nobody believed me. As each guest arrived, I was asked 'Where did you get that beautiful evergreen arrangement on your doorstep?' I told them I made it myself. Skeptical looks, furtive glances and rolled eyes told me what they thought of my creative talents. When we went into the living room, where I displayed my matching wreath, the questions began again. By the time they saw the centerpiece on my dining room table the only way to convince them that I had, in fact made them myself, was to show them the Bemis Farms Nursery Workshop flyer."
Our customers share stories like this over and over this is the time of the year. We love to help you stretch the boundaries of your creativity, and help you discover talents you (and your friends!) didn't know existed. During the growing season, by planting the proper plants then keeping them well watered and fertilized, you can almost simply stand back and watch your containers magically transform into works of Living Art. In the fall and winter, however, it is up to you to harvest the bounty of the growing season (evergreens, dried flowers, fruits, berries, cones and pods) then arrange them into pleasing combinations to decorate your home. Sometimes it can seem a little intimidating, so we're here to help.
For the past 15 years, we have connected thousands of people with their inner artist (a few at a time) by guiding them each step of the way, as they transform the elements of nature into stunning wreaths, centerpieces and other Living Home Décor. Would you like to be one of the many people we've overhead exclaim "I can't believe I made this myself!"? Then join us for some of our workshops.
It couldn't be any easier or more relaxing. We gather all the materials for you (and even clean up afterwards!). You'll feel yourself start to unwind the moment you begin snipping the fresh, evergreen boughs. Because they immediately release their unmistakable fragrance into the air while pleasant Holiday music drifts from above. Soon, colorful decorations begin to emerge from the non-descript piles of greenery, ribbons, and natural ornaments.
Bart and Tina spend September and October designing new classes for our veteran workshop participants, and this year was no exception. This time, however, we challenged ourselves to see if we could add even more value to our offerings. To that end, we have several centerpiece classes that do double duty: you come and create them right before Thanksgiving, and enjoy them until sometime in December. Bring back the framework and some of the design elements, then refresh them with evergreens and the flowers and fruits of the season so they may last until the New Year. How's that for value?
Is this the year you are ready to make the holidays about creating something special for you and your family? Then please join us. If you don't think anyone will believe you, then let them think you spent hundreds of dollars at a florist. Or why not just invite them to come along? Make the holidays even more memorable by spending time with your mother, daughter, sister or friend. Then you can be in on the secret when their friends start asking "Where did you get that beautiful wreath?
Pine Cone Wreath
Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011 1 pm
The pine cones, moss & quince in this ensemble are preserved; so enjoy this for years, and not just during the holidays! You can choose a frame shape to match your own style. This square wreath has more of a contemporary look, but you can go traditional with a round frame, or Victorian with an oval.
Small $24.99, Large $39.99
Pine Cone Mantlepiece
Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011 3 pm
Compliment the wreath with a matching garland.
4 foot $24.99, 6 foot $34.99
Traditional Porch Pot
Monday, Nov. 14, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
Extra large pot studded with brilliant branches, colorful berries, cones & pods nestled among fragrant greens fresh from our farm. Don't be fooled by the small picture! This is in a 12 inch pot, and stands 3 feet tall. You can always make it smaller if you you want. or just get a bigger car!:)
$29.99
Succulent Orb
Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
These Versatile orbs compliment many styles of décor, from Victorian to Contemporary. After you have planted them, you can craft this orb into a topiary indoor kissing ball or pomander. But whatever you choose, be ready to enjoy it for a long time, becuase this is an ensemble of long-living succulent houseplants.
I for $19.99, 2 for $29.99, 3 for $35
 Custom Christmas Creativity Day
Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011 9 am
Because Your Home is as Unique as You Are. Choose THREE from: Door Arch, Giant Swag, Hanging Cone, Table Runner, Mailbox Hugger, Porch Pot or Wreath (round, oval, square, tree, snowflake, heart, star, or cross)
$79.99
Sophisticated Square
Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011 2 pm
Elegant Thanksgiving piece transforms in December when you return to replace mums with red carnations, switch the ribbon to a holiday plaid, & remove dried oranges, revealing gold lotus pods. This arrangement was the "most talked about" one on our Facebook page.
$29.99
Custom Christmas Creativity Day
Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011 9 am
Because Your Home is as Unique as You Are. Choose THREE from: Door Arch, Giant Swag, Hanging Cone, Table Runner, Mailbox Hugger, Porch Pot or Wreath (round, oval, square, tree, snowflake, heart, star, or cross)
$79.99
Turkey Centerpiece
Monday, Nov. 21, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
And for a little whimsy, watch the conversation fly with this turkey on the buffet table! Two years ago, we had extra mums after class, so all of my staff got to make one to take home for their Thanksgiving tables (see picture.) Everyone is still talking about it! Someone has already booked a private class making them this year!
With Moss Head $19.99, with Bird-Of-Paradise Head $24.99
Starry, Starry Nights
Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
Another "two-for one," tuck five clove-studded oranges between 2 grapevine stars, moss & berries. Top with a cranberry bowl. Return in December, and switch for the oranges for apples & add fragrant evergreens. We bet you can even come up with something clever on your own to remake it for New Years or Valentines day!
$29.99
Deluxe Porch Pot
Friday, Nov. 25, 2011 7 pm
Exercise restraint when putting fancy evergreens (including fresh magnolias, gold-tipped cypress and much more) in this pot so the design of the upscale branches, pods, and berries can really shine!
$39.99 You will make this in a plastic pot, but you can bring your own weatherproof pot if you'd like. If you are a former member of out urn club, you can slip it in your cast iron urn or concrete urn.
Custom Christmas Creativity Day
Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011 9 am
Because Your Home is as Unique as You Are. Choose THREE from: Door Arch, Giant Swag, Hanging Cone, Table Runner, Mailbox Hugger, Porch Pot or Wreath (round, oval, square, tree, snowflake, heart, star, or cross)
$79.99
Custom Wreath
Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011 2 pm or 4 pm
Choose your frame shape (round, square, arch, cross, heart, swag etc), assemble with fragrant greens, then choose from our vast asst. of pods, twigs, fruit, berries, balls and fancy bows. The wreath shown is a "Birch Bark and Berries" wreath, but another popular wreath is our "Citrus Scentsations" with dried orange and quince slices, lavender, cinnamon sticks, and faux fruit.
$29.99
Custom Christmas Creativity Day
Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011 9 am
Because Your Home is as Unique as You Are. Choose THREE from: Door Arch, Giant Swag, Hanging Cone, Table Runner, Mailbox Hugger, Porch Pot or Wreath (round, oval, square, tree, snowflake, heart, star, or cross)
$79.99
Primitive Wreath or Swag
Monday, Nov. 28, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
Choose a frame shape (round, square, arch, cross, heart, snowflake, mailbox hugger, table runner, swag etc)and attach fresh greens. Decorate with simplicity, letting the beauty of the greens prevail.
$19.99
Kissing Ball
Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
Once a Victorian era decoration, these globes of greens, cones and ribbons now deck halls (and porches!) across New England. You can decorate this in any style and colors you choose.
$24.99
Snowmen 'n Snowflakes
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
Enjoy this whimsical, red basket inside, or outside as a porch pot, like Frozzle (the dog of our staff member, Barb) did last year! This class was done was in a grey basket last year, but Barb asked if she could paint hers red ahead of time. She had the right idea, don't you think? Frozzle does! $29.99
Snow Ski Swag
Friday, Dec. 02, 2011 7 pm
Don't let the small picture fool you! This swag is a full 5 feet tall, & will blanket your front door. Re-usable skis. Space is very limited. This was one of our most popular classes last year.
$39.99
Boxwood Tree
Sunday, Dec. 04, 2011 2 pm
Although shown as a Partridge in a Pear Tree, you can custom decorate this little tree since you will enjoy it for a very long time! We have all kinds of decorationsf, from dried flowers to red berries, to glass ornaments, to bows and ribbons. It's up to you to decide what will look best in your home.
$29.99
Gingerbread House
Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011 10 am or 1 pm
Bring your favorite kids, have some fun, and leave the mess behind!
$19.99
Gingerbread House
Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011 10 am or 1 pm
Bring your favorite kids, have some fun, and leave the mess behind!
$19.99
These sessions are full. We are out of gingerbread houses.
 Frosty the Snowmum
Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
Here's another whimsical arrangement for adults who are young at heart. Made with football mums, this class is simply irresistible!
$24.99
Rudolph Centerpieces
Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011 1 pm, 2 pm or 3 pm
This super easy center-piece is designed just for kids! You can help the next generation enjoy decorating with nature just like you do. We have taken this picture about 50 times, and still haven't been able to show that there is a cute, metal reindeer pulling that sleigh. (I won't quit my day job and become a photographer.) and hey! We forgot to give him his "berry" red nose!
$9.99
Elegant Wrap
Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011 2 pm
Special people deserve special gifts. And special gifts deserve special wrap. Bring some gifts to wrap in kraft paper, then spray paint on some two-toned silhouette leaf patterns. Attach natural bows made from greens, berries, pods, twigs & cones. This is the wayTina wraps all her gifts every year, and the picture shown is her gift to Ed last year.
This workshop is closed.
$14.99
Holiday Grab Bag
Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011 10 am or 7 pm
The heat for the main greenhouse in our store gets turned off for a few months until the plants in our growing greenhouses are ready to sell next spring. We hate to see any unsold plants freeze. But there is only so much room in our homes! So before we turn off the heat, we'll divide up all poinsettias, cyclamen, amaryllis, wreaths, greens, etc. in a lottery of fun. We promise you at least $50 worth of goodies, which you can take as is, or add greenery to them and make several gifts for friends or yourself.
$19.99
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