flower classroom

Monday, August 17, 2026

Flower Selection Guide

Christina Burton-Fox floral artist & instructor

Thursday, August 13, 2026

New Fall Fresh and Faux Flower Classes

These Classes and Dates will Fill Quickly.....What will we learn??

Dates: Saturday November 14th: 10 am class or 3pm class

Sunday November 15th: 10 am class or 3pm class

Monday evening November 16th: 6:30 class

Each class session can be for 2-4 students You can choose the topic for the session

Every design made in class goes home with you to enjoy or create a wonder handmade gift

Topics to choose from for these November Dates

+ Fall Dried Wreath:

This hand tied wreath starts with fresh flowers, foliages and extra dried materials. You create this design and take it home and watch it dry into an everlasting dried wreath. You will learn the mechanics of assembly and how to seal the design after the drying process.

Class cost: $145.00 per student This includes everything you need to create this amazing design.

+Fall Faux Flowers and Foliages Centerpiece

This class will teach you the mechanics of creating multiple small designs (components) that you can scatter thru the table top for your everyday table or Thanksgiving table. Learn the mechanics, principals and elements that help create the designs and you will have a fabulous table look.

Class Cost: $150.00 per student This includes all materials and containers to create these designs.

+Fall Pinecone Wreath

This class will teach you the mechanics of hand tied pinecones and other dried pods, foliages etc.... This will create a beautiful Classic style or Modern style(painted)....

Class Cost: $100 per student This includes all materials for the wreath

So how do you book a class???

Select your date and time...how many in your group 2 or 4

Contact me for your appointment: t/p 913-708-2988 or flowerclassroom@gmail.com

I will set up your appointment and give you the information for payment with Venmo or PayPal

Once your payment is in place you are all set!

These classes will fill quickly....don't miss a day or evening with family or friends learning something NEW with FLOWERS....

I look forward to meeting you in the classroom!

Christina Burton-Fox floral artist & instructor

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

New items on The Etsy Shop

I have added a few more items to the Etsy shop....enjoy!

Flower Classroom Etsy shop

Christina Burton-Fox floral artist & instructor

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Find Flower Classroom on Etsy

Flower Classroom now has an Etsy Shop! Flowerclassroom.art.etsy.com

What are we selling?? Some of the handmade items we learn to create in class….floral tools. If you are local to Kansas City pick up can be arranged.

Each of the designs are one of kind handmade artistic pieces. If multiples are available it will indicate on the check out process.

I am excited to present these items for those that aren’t interested in getting all the supplies and creating it on your own. Be sure and check it out!

Many thanks,

Christina Burton-Fox floral artist & instructor

Flowers to Wear Prom Necklace and ring

Just add faux or fresh flowers for a one of a kind design

Find this design on our Etsy Shop

Flowerclassroomart.etsy.com

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

What does a freelance designer do?

As a Freelance designer here in Kansas City I enjoy the time spent working on amazing projects that Trapp and Company creates for their clients.

As a freelance designer you are booked 8+ months out for wedding work and fundraising events that are booked in that time frame. Sometimes a pop up party, small wedding, birthday party etc….can be booked with you in a shorter time frame.

This allows you to book other freelance work, vacations, just time off! If you are looking for a steady income it's your job to go out and look for this work by getting more than one company to work for.

A florist in this category of needing freelance work bring you in to the event based on your abiblties. For an example your design skill level, your ability to adapt to changes in the schedule due to flower arrivals and delivery/set up changes. You as a designer should have a broad knowledge and execution ability of all design skills to be in these positions.

For example weddings happen on the weekends…be prepared for mid week to the event on Saturday or Sunday set up and possibly tear down/pick up of the event. If weekend work isn't your jam…freelance in a shop that doesn't do large scale or mulitple events on the weekend.

I enjoy this work and here are a few of the events/designs I was a part of. Trapp and Company is a long time and valued florist in the Kansas City area. We are fortunate to have many wedding and special event Companys her in Kansas City.

Enjoy

Christina Burton-Fox floral artist & instructor

Sympathy Designs created in class

Students create Sympathy designs at the end of the 12 day training…..they are truly amazed how professional the designs look and the ability to create them without assist from myself.

This really proves the ability of the design process they learn on the first 7 days of basic design practice. I am truly proud of the designs they imagine and create in the 2 days of sympathy work.

Christina Burton-Fox floral artist & instructor

3 Hour Fun Floral Experience for 2

1-2 day floral design training

Are you looking for a more detailed floral design experience? If so the 1 or 2 day class is your answer. You will pick a topic: Basic design~Every Day Flowers~Flowers to Wear~Flowers to Carry~ Special Event Designs~ Sympathy Designs~ Floral Recipes for profitability You will select 1 or 2 days of training Private training for 1-2 students Class is from 10-6 with an hour lunch break Class cost per day: $425 Invoiced and payable by : PayPal or Venmo Check or Cash Call~text: 913-708-2988 Email: flowerclassroom@gmail.com Looking forward to meeting you in the classroom! Christina M Fox

Floral Designer Training

Explore Floral Design

12 Days

10-6pm ( 1 hour for lunch)

84 hours hands on training

1 student -private training

by appointment....take the class 2-3 days in a row for 4-6 weeks, 12 consecutive days, or schedule 1 day for 12 months. We create together your time frame to learn floral design.

$5,800

A (re-fresh)new Products, containers, techniques & supplies to work and learn with. You will create a minimum of 45+ designs in these 12 days. All designs are yours daily to take home.

* Business Day add on day/class $ 150.00 ( good for students opening a home floral studio, flower shop, special event specialist).

( this class price is only for the EFD training)

read reviews from students below

questions ?? I love to answer questions!

913-708-2988 phone/text

Flowerclassroom@gmail.com

jobs are available!!! We all love to learn new things!

Christina Burton-Fox

floral artist & instructor

Raves & Reviews

I was looking for a refresher floral design class, where I could build on the skills I learned years ago and learn new skills, and that’s exactly what I found. Christina is a talented and knowledgeable floral artist and instructor who presents a well prepared curriculum. I was pleased with the abundance and variety of flowers we were given to work with, the tools we were given and the pleasantness of the classroom. The 12 day class I took is not an easy workshop style course. I was challenged and at times discouraged, but I learned so much and was delighted with many of the designs I was able to make with Christina’s instruction and guidance. She won’t let you off easy, and even asked a classmate to throw her design in the trash and start over(!) but I liked that, because I was there to learn and learn I did! She sometimes questioned my choices and placements when I was headed the wrong directions with a design but she didn’t give up on me or my designs. I also learned a great deal about the marketing and business side of the profession. I believe with hard work and ongoing practice this class could prepare a student like me to work in the floral industry. I have gained a connection with a world-known floral artist who is willing to offer ideas and advice in the future. I have benefited greatly from the resources Christina shared with us in the form of websites, email lists, floral design books and connections with wholesale houses. I would love to go back someday and take some of the specialized design classes she offers. The class was worth my time, effort and money. I would highly recommend it. Receiving my completion certificate at the end was very rewarding for me!
The flower classroom is a place to study serious floral design in a fun relaxed atmosphere. It is for those who want to become a professional florist to for those who just want to improve their designs for personal use. Tammy Ivy
Dear Miss Tina, I would like to tell you how much I enjoyed your class. It was such a wonderful experience. I had looked for such a long time to find a class where I could learn more about floral design. I could not have imagined a class such as yours! From flower processing to design elements; your teaching style allowed me to learn and understand so much more about this creative field. I am forever thankful to you. You have given me a great deal of insight into the floral industry, and opened my eyes to endless possibilities for myself. Thank you for sharing your gifts with others! Sincerely, Errica Parsons
Learning from Christina has been so helpful in so many ways. She is very willing to give good advice in order to help you achieve whatever your floral dream might be. After taking the 12 day basic floral design class I am happy to continue to invest in myself and take her 5 day advanced class also. At the end of the day, you go home with beautiful floral designs that you are also proud enough to give away. I feel blessed to have found her. Vicki Gayle
Anyone wanting to learn about floral design should enroll in the "explore floral design" series of classes. Christina's "Explore Floral Design " classes cover every aspect of floral design from the proper handling of fresh floral materials, the materials used in floral design,color and design theory,the mechanics of floral design as well as the "business of floral design. The course content is well organized. The studio setting is pleasant with more than adequate space and equipment. Christina supplies the clases with a wide variety of materials for studetn use. Group instruction is enhanced with a one-on-one guidance as needed. If you have an interest in floral design, you'll be glad you enrolled. Beth Ball
Christina knows flowers and the flower business! At the flower classroom she will teach you in an easy, laid back and practical style. Lee Ann
Christina I can't thank you enough for this wonderful experience with you at the flower classroom. I have grown so much professionally. I feel like a butterfly with new wings. :) I would love to continue to work with you and learn from you. You are the best! Lee Ann
Christina is an amazing instructor! What makes a great instructor? Competence in the subject , ingenuity & creativity, the ability to understand & work with people, the desire to share,give time & effort to support others in achieving high level skills. This defines Christina and the experience you will have as a student in her classroom's explore floral design class. Knowing nothing about handling fresh cut flowers,however I graduated after 10 weeks with a well-informed knowledge base, hours of practice at a newly acquired skill and a mentor for life!! Thank you, Christina from Sheryl Ewert (student)
Groupon/Awesome class. Will sign up for the next one soon!
Groupon/Great experience!
Groupon/It was worth the money just to take home your own arrangement of beautiful flowers.
Groupon/Christina M. Burton AIFD is an amazing instructor. Would consider further classes at flower classroom.
Groupon/Such a fun class. Beautiful flowers. Really learned alot about floral design and care for floral arrangements.
Groupon/Had a wonderful time with Christina, she is a great teacher and explains the art of arranging so I could understand. We all after her instructions were able to complete a beautiful bouquet to take home.
Groupon/The class was so educational and entertaining. Only 6 people can attend each session so you get hands on attention and instruction. The owner is very nice and is a great teacher. The project you leave with is beautiful.
Explore Floral Design class is a great way to learn the basics of floral design. Christina is an amazing teacher. I loved this class and am looking forward to taking her advanced classes. Shaina Jo Maag
Explore Floral Design class was wonderful. If you want to learn about designing flowers this class is a must. Christina breaks the content up into very managable pieces & continues to give suggestions on techniques to embelish your design. In the course you are exposed to all the greens and flowers that exist in the current market. Step out of the box and explore flower design. You will enjoy the class, Joyce Mc Mahon
What an exciting class. If you love flowers you will love this class and you will learn how to design flower arrangements. Christina is very helpful in showing you the "how to" to make beautiful flower arrangements that will please you and your friends. (explore floral design class) Mary Lou Heine
Christina, Thank you so much for being a part of this years Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Campaign. It's support like yours that makes our fight against blood cancers possible! The flowers were so beautiful!! Thanks again, Matt Seithel & Staff Man & Woman of the Year Event
I loved the Flower Classroom! I learned so much & had so much fun. She taught so many different designs and helped me understand deeper into the designs and that you can do so much with your designs. The class is above and beyond, I loved how many arrangments I took home with a vast array of flowers in them. Meagan McGarrah
Great Experience!! We were able to design with a wide selection of beautiful flowers, awesome opportunity. I'm very visual & loved watching you deign in demos to show how to add creative touches and take our design a step above. I learned much more than basic design, Thank you!! Cindy Heckman
Groupon/ The class was wonderful. I signed up with my mom and a friend with the intent of a ladies night out. The class was well structured, the establishment was very clean and the teacher was fantastic. I couldn't have asked for anything more.
Groupon/ Really enjoyed the class and would definitely visit the Flower Classroom again.
Groupon/ It was a wonderful class!! I had alot of fun, learned alot, and it ignited a desire to do more with FLOWERS.
Groupon/ Truly enjoyed my experience, learned much, and came home to redo my existing flower arrangements!! Definitely recommend the Classroom and the instructor!!