WORKSHOPS
Over 30 Workshops were enjoyed at the 2024 Botanical Bazaar. Check out below the workshops.
Numbers are strictly limited at each workshop and bookings have to be made directly with the workshop convener – so make sure you get in early and pre-book via the link in the particular workshop details below. Unless otherwise specified, workshops will be held in the Workshop Shelters – the area at the Northern end of the Children’s Playground.
**Remember – you must also purchase a Botanical Bazaar festival entry ticket to attend these workshops.
Flower Bouquet Workshop
Saturday
3 August
1pm to 2pm
Sunday
4 August
11am to 12pm
Join Flowers by Friends of the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens for a demonstration/ workshop to be guided through effective bouquet techniques to create your own floral bouquet using our beautiful Australian native flowers and foliage.
$30 to cover cost of materials.
Places are limited to 10 per workshop
Workshops will be conducted in the undercover spaces near the Children’s Playground.
Bee a Beekeeper for a Day
Saturday
3 August
11am to 11.45am
$5 per person
Join us for a fun and educational hands-on workshop where kids can become junior beekeepers for the day! At “Bee A Beekeeper,” children will explore the fascinating world of honeybees, learn how honey is made, and discover the vital role bees play in our ecosystem. Through interactive activities, they will get to see, feel and taste honeycomb and honey that they will hand extract. Guided by experienced educational beekeepers, kids will gain insights into hive maintenance, bee behavior, and honey extraction. Each participant will take home a newfound appreciation for these incredible insects. Perfect for curious minds and nature lovers, this workshop promises a buzz-worthy adventure!
Floral Brooches Workshop with Julia Rose
Saturday
3 August
10.30am to 11.30am
$55 per person
Join us for an enchanting floral craft course where you’ll learn to create beautiful dried everlasting Flower Brooches.
Be guided by Julia Rose, a seasoned educator and instructor.
Julia is experienced in conducting workshops all over this beautiful globe of ours.
She will be sure to inspire, educate and delight you on your journey of Creativity with Flowers.
This hands-on workshop provides all the materials you need and step-by-step instructions to craft your own unique Everlasting Floral Brooch Keepsake.
Every design will be unique to the creator, design your own look.
Learn how to ceate and care for your own Bonsai
Saturday
3 August
10am to 12pm
Sunday 4 August
10am to 12pm
$50 per person
Join our “Make Your Own Bonsai” workshop and create your personalized bonsai tree. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with your own beautiful bonsai valued at $110. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike. ( We also ask that you bring along a pair of safety specs if you have them)
Floral Earrings Workshop with Julia Rose
Saturday
3 August
1pm to 2pm
$55 per person
Craft your set of Everlasting Floral Earrings in a Delightful Workshop
Unleash your inner artist and immerse yourself in a charming floral workshop where you’ll design a delightful earrings with everlasting flowers.
Regardless of your skill level, this hands-on session guarantees a rewarding and relaxing journey of learning and crafting with a combination of flowers and botanicals.
No prior experience is required, just a willingness to engage in a fun and creative activity that will leave you with precious keepsakes and cherished moments.
This enjoyable and fulfilling experience is ideal for groups of friends and families looking to bond over a shared passion for creativity.
Embrace the opportunity to secure your spot in this delightful workshop and indulge in the joy of creating your own unique piece of jewellery from dried flowers.
Seed Bomb Workshop.
Sunday 4 August
1pm to 2pm
$5 per person
Support local bees and enhance your garden’s biodiversity by joining us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to create your own bee-friendly seed bombs. This interactive session is perfect for nature enthusiasts and anyone interested in making a positive environmental impact.
During the workshop, you’ll learn about the importance of wildflowers for bees and other pollinators. Ash from The Flower Hive will guide you through each step of the seed bomb creation process, ensuring you leave with the knowledge and skills needed to continue this eco-friendly practice at home. You’ll also receive tips on how to effectively disperse your seed bombs to maximize their impact.
All necessary materials will be provided
Join us and make a difference, one seed bomb at a time. Together, we can support our precious pollinators and promote a healthier environment
Paint your own Sunflower
Saturday 3 August
1pm to 2.30pm
$70 per person
Is there anything better than creating art surrounded by nature? Come and join us at Botanical Bazaar to create a beautiful art masterpiece, hosted by our very talented Grounded village studio artist Liz, you will be guided step by step to create a stunning sunflower painting on canvas with acrylic paint to take home.
Climate Change Workshop - Creating Positive Futures Together
Saturday 3 August
10am to 10.30
12pm to 12,30pm
Sunday 4 August
11am to 11.30am
$5 per person
Come along for fun and creative conversations to dream up a future Gold Coast full of possibilities!
Together with members of the Gold Coast Climate Action Network we’ll take a micro tour through a wide variety of ideas and positive local solutions in a climate changing world.
Using props and uplifting conversations, we’ll build visions for a more connected and resilient community, cheap clean energy for all, active transport, a nature-loving Goldie protected from heat and hazards, and more.
Come and join this relaxed mini-workshop for a fresh vision, and fun conversations!
Numbers are strictly limited at each workshop and bookings have to be made so make sure you get in early and pre-book below.
Bee a Beekeeper
Saturday 3 August
11am to 11.45am
$5 per person
Join us for a fun and educational hands-on workshop where kids can become junior beekeepers for the day! At “Bee A Beekeeper,” children will explore the fascinating world of honeybees, learn how honey is made, and discover the vital role bees play in our ecosystem. Through interactive activities, they will get to see, feel and taste honeycomb and honey that they will hand extract. Guided by experienced educational beekeepers, kids will gain insights into hive maintenance, bee behavior, and honey extraction. Each participant will take home a newfound appreciation for these incredible insects. Perfect for curious minds and nature lovers, this workshop promises a buzz-worthy adventure! Presented by Bee All Natural.
Grow your own Microgreens
Sunday 4 August
10am to 11am
Free of Charge
“Growing Microgreens”. A complete introduction to microgreens and their health benefits, followed by a fun demonstration of how you can grow your own at home. Perfect for beginners and green thumbs alike, start your microgreens journey today with Paula Wiseman of Grow Wise Microgreens!
Secret Power of Flowers - the alchemy of nature
Saturday 3 August
12pm to 1pm
Free of Charge
Christine Cobden, “midwife” of One Garden Essences, presents an interesting talk about the Secret Power of Flowers
Did you know?…
· The arrival of the first flowering plants on the planet was the catalyst for exponential development of new life forms on Earth,
Naturopath / Organic Herbal Medicine
Saturday 3 August
1.30pm to 2pm
Free of Charge
Discover Botanix’s organic botanical medicines, wildcrafted and garden-grown. Learn to harness traditional lore, scientific research, and clinical experience to support health naturally, restoring balance and vitality through nature’s healing power in our workshop. Presented by Linda McDermott of Medicinal Botanix
Recycling Small Things
Saturday 3 August
11am to 12pm
Sunday 4 August
1pm to 2pm
Free of Charge
Workshop on recycling with props and ideas on how to get the most out of your recycling. How to help the planet with recycling ideas and where to recycle. Presented by Frank Sauter from Rotary Rotate program.
Design your own Kokadama
Saturday 3 August
10am to 12.30pm
$90 large
$60 small
Looking to learn something new and get creative with Nature, a perfect indoor and outdoor plant!
Join Grounded village studio for a unique 2 hour gardening workshop to create your own kokedama, You’ll not only create a beautiful work of art, but also a stunning indoor plant to take home.
We will teach you everything you need to know, with our incredible facilitators walking you through the process, From choosing the perfect plant to mastering the technique, you’ll enjoy the process while creating a one-of-a-kind artwork made 100% from nature.
Extracting Eucalyptus from Leaves
Saturday 3 August
2pm to 3pm
Sunday 4 August
2pm to 3pm
Free of Charge
Extract essential oil from eucalyptus leaves through distillation. This process captures the aromatic compounds, creating a concentrated oil used for various therapeutic and aromatic applications. Presented by Snowy Mountains Eucalyptus.
How to plant and keep Bromeliads
Saturday 3 August
12pm to 1pm
Sunday 4 August
12pm to 1pm
Free of Charge
Learn the different types of bromeliads and how to grow and care for them with Greg Aizlewood from Greg and Narelles’s Bromeliads
