Build‑A‑Bouquet: Pumpkin Workshop Among Beaverton’s Sunflower Beds

BEAVERTON WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE

Build‑A‑Bouquet: Pumpkin Workshop Among Beaverton’s Sunflower Beds

A 1.5‑hour farm workshop at The Sunflower Farm led by Ursula where you design and take home a pumpkin floral arrangement; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

Build‑A‑Bouquet: Pumpkin Workshop Among Beaverton’s Sunflower Beds.

Duration
1.5h
Location
Beaverton
Operator
The Sunflower Farm
Category
Workshop
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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At The Sunflower Farm in Beaverton the Pumpkin Fall Floral Workshop brings participants into the farm’s gardens to select homegrown blooms and learn floral‑design techniques from Ursula. Set amid vibrant annuals and sunlit beds, the workshop walks makers of all skill levels through creating a pumpkin bouquet using materials grown on site, culminating in a personalized arrangement to take home.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE FLOWERS

Choose from homegrown blooms picked on the spot

Participants add to their arrangements from a wide variety of homegrown flowers harvested in the farm garden—no flown stems—so the palette and textures reflect the season at the source.

THE TEACHER

Step‑by‑step instruction from Ursula

The workshop includes a guided, instructed session led by Ursula Kressibucher who walks participants through the design process so that even beginners can build an original pumpkin bouquet.

THE KEEPSAKE

A finished pumpkin bouquet to take home

All floral materials—including a mini white pumpkin—are provided and every participant leaves with a completed pumpkin arrangement and a pamphlet on building bouquets.

What the day feels like

What the workshop feels like

The session unfolds in the farm’s VIP gardens: you arrive, select stems from the garden, then settle in for a focused, instructor‑led session where Ursula demonstrates techniques and helps you compose a pumpkin bouquet. The experience is hands‑on, social and paced for makers of varying experience, and ends with you carrying away a unique, farm‑sourced arrangement.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who will get the most out of this farm workshop—and what to watch for.

1
Floral beginnersA strong fit: the session is instructor‑led and designed to guide newcomers through the steps of building a pumpkin bouquet, with all materials provided; note the session is subject to cancellation if there is an overnight frost.
2
Garden hobbyistsIdeal for gardeners who want to work with locally grown stems and translate on‑farm varieties into arranged form; plan around the frost policy for fall dates.
3
Seasonal decorators & gift buyersGood match for those seeking a hand‑crafted Thanksgiving or autumn centerpiece—you can also order arrangements by email for Thanksgiving provided there is no frost.
4
Experienced floristsAppropriate for experienced makers who want to experiment with farm‑fresh materials in a casual, guided setting; be aware that weather (overnight frost) can affect availability and scheduling.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration & Meeting

The workshop runs 1.5 hours and meets at The Sunflower Farm VIP Gardens in Beaverton.

Timing & Season

Workshops are held in fall but are available only if there is no overnight frost; dates close to Thanksgiving may be cancelled in the event of early frost.

What to Bring

Bring small garden shears/clippers if you have them (the farm may not have enough for everyone) and garden gloves if you have sensitivity to sap or flowers.

Materials & Takeaways

All floral materials are provided (including a mini white pumpkin); you’ll leave with a finished pumpkin bouquet and a pamphlet on building bouquets after a one‑hour instructed session with the farm florist.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Pumpkin Fall Floral Workshop?

The workshop is 1.5 hours in total.

Where do we meet for the workshop?

Meet at The Sunflower Farm VIP Gardens in Beaverton.

Are materials provided or do I need to bring flowers or a pumpkin?

All floral materials are provided, including a mini white pumpkin.

Do I need to bring tools?

If you have small garden shears/clippers, bring them—there may not be enough for everyone; garden gloves are recommended if you’re sensitive to sap or flowers.

Who leads the workshop?

The session is instructed by farm florist Ursula Kressibucher.

What happens if there’s an early frost?

Workshops are available only if there is no overnight frost; dates nearer Thanksgiving may be cancelled if an early frost occurs.