Eco Floristry Retreat

7th - 8th September 2024 Mandoon Estate, Swan Valley

You’re invited to an exclusive Miller Rose Botanic Retreat at Mandoon Estate in the Swan Valley

The Retreat

Welcome to the enchanting Miller Rose Botanic Eco Floristry Retreat nestled in the breathtaking Mandoon Estate! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend tailored to florists and flower enthusiasts alike. It's not just a workshop; it's a soulful experience you'll cherish for years to come, finally indulging in that well-deserved 'me time' you've been longing for.

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Itinerary

Day 1

  • Enjoy your brand new Deluxe twin share hotel room, each with its own private alfresco that is an oasis looking out to the beautiful old gum trees and gardens leading down to the meandering Swan River.

  • After settling into your room, it's time to meet the group you'll be spending the weekend with. Come along for a wine tasting at the cellar door – let's unwind and prepare for an amazing weekend ahead.

  • Learn the behind the scenes of what goes into the planning of a large scale flower installation. You will learn;

    Where to source flowers

    The difference between imported and local flowers

    How to prep flowers to ensure they are at their best for an event

    How to prep the mechanics that goes into a large scale flower installation

  • End your day with a two-course long table dinner at Homestead Brewery. Nestled next to the cozy fireplace, it provides the ideal backdrop to reflect on the day's learnings and foster new friendships.

Day 2

  • Join us for early morning Pilates at 8am that will set the tone for our incredible day ahead. With a focus on core strength, flexibility and mindful breathing our session will leave you feeling energised, centred and ready for the day. This class is suited for all skill levels and absolutely no experience is required.

  • Join us for early morning Pilates at 8am that will set the tone for our incredible day ahead. With a focus on core strength, flexibility and mindful breathing our session will leave you feeling energised, centred and ready for the day. This class is suited for all skill levels and absolutely no experience is required.

  • Against the picturesque backdrop of the Roe family's homestead from 1905, we will work together to craft an immersive and grand-scale flower installation that dreams are made of. Throughout this experience, we will delve into the significance of using locally grown flowers and tips on selecting flowers that can withstand being part of an installation. A content creator and professional wedding photographer will be present to capture the behind the scenes and stunning photos of everyone with the completed installation.

  • We will finish off the day by enjoying a Long Table Lunch with our new friends, complete with shared-style roast meats, slow roasted vegetables, fresh salads and tasty desserts; all on rustic tables in our own white picket fenced private space in lush gardens.

Meet your host

Tahnee Skowron

Owner | Miller Rose Botanic

Hello! My names Tahnee and I’m the owner of Miller Rose Botanic. I started this business while on maternity leave with my daughter in 2020. It started as a small succulent arrangement business and soon blossomed into the eco friendly plant hire and florals business it is today!

Here at Miller Rose Botanic we have a pretty big goal - to change the wedding industry. We are tired of the waste created by traditional wedding flowers and want to provide an alternative. I can’t wait to share the knowledge and techniques I’ve learned over the past few years at this retreat!

I’ll see you there!

Ticket Details

  • The Whole Weekend

    $1100

    • 1 x Night accommodation at Maya Maya in a deluxe twin share room

    • Welcome goodie bag

    • Wine tasting at The Cellar Door

    • Workshop: Flower Prep

    • Hands on experience prepping seasonal blooms and foam free mechanics

    • 2 Course long table dinner at Homestead Brewery

    • Sunday morning Pilates

    • Breakfast at Homestead Brewery

    • Workshop: Large scale flower installation

    • An in-depth flower demonstration by Tahnee from Miller Rose Botanic

    • Hands on experience creating a lush, foam free installation using seasonal blooms

    • Professional photographs, including individual head shots, to elevate your portfolio, website and socials

    • Group learning and open Q&A

    • Long table lunch on The Llawn

    • All of the behind the scenes content

    • A beautiful weekend at a winery filled with friends, flowers and creativity

  • Sunday Only

    $600

    • Workshop: Large scale flower installation

    • An in-depth flower demonstration by Tahnee from Miller Rose Botanic

    • Hands on experience creating a lush, foam free installation using seasonal blooms

    • Professional photographs, including individual head shots, to elevate your portfolio, website and socials

    • Group learning and open Q&A

    • Long table lunch on The Llawn

    • All of the behind the scenes content

    • A beautiful weekend at a winery filled with friends, flowers and creativity

* Weekly, fortnightly and monthly payment plans available!

FAQs

  • No experience is required! You’ll learn everything you need to know throughout the weekend

  • Yes! You can pay by weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments

  • All tickets to any Miller Rose Botanic events are non-refundable, however you may on sell or nominate someone else to use your ticket

  • Only 20 tickets tickets will be available to ensure each person gets an immersive experience

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