Workshops At Country Basket Garden Centre
Have a group of 10 or more? Did you know we offer Private Parties so you can enjoy the workshop with your own group and have a fun night out! Oh, and wear your 'play clothes', you may get dirty!
Outdoor Winter Arrangement Workshop Option#1 - No Birch
Let us take the mystery out of planting your own urn insert! In this workshop YOU will create a beautiful winter urn with the help of our designers.
The Christmas elements you add can be kept in the arrangement or removed after the holiday season. You will be left with an outdoor planter for all-winter interest.
Fresh cedar, pine, natural branches, pinecones and berries will make a statement for your front porch.
Wear your "play clothes", you may get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, all materials and 12" biodegradable fiber container.
*We ask that you please bring your own pruners. We will have pruners available for purchase if required. Masks are optional for all participants.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
For more information, please contact us.
Outdoor Winter Arrangement Workshop Option#2 - With Birch
The ever-popular urn insert is enhanced with the addition of beautiful white birch poles!
The Christmas elements you add can be kept in the arrangement or removed after the holiday season. You will be left with an outdoor planter for all-winter interest.
Birch poles, fresh cedar, pine, natural branches, pinecones and berries will make a statement for your front porch.
Wear your 'play clothes', you might get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, all materials and 12"biodegradable container with birch poles
*We ask that you please bring your own pruners. We will have pruners available for purchase if required. Masks are optional for all participants.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
For more information, please contact us.
Outdoor Winter Arrangement Workshop Option#3 - No Birch
You can't fit a square peg into a round hole so if you would like a square planter to fit your container then Option #3 is for you!
In this workshop YOU will create a beautiful square Christmas planter, complete with branches and natural elements. Your outdoor arrangement can be placed in a container at your front door or placed "as is". Christmas elements can be added but will be easily removed after the holiday season leaving you with an arrangement that will last until Spring.
Branches, fresh cedar, pine, pinecones and berries will make a statement for your front porch.
Wear your 'play clothes', you might get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, all materials and heavy duty black plastic container
*We ask that you please bring your own pruners. We will have pruners available for purchase if required. Masks are optional for all participants.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
For more information, please contact us.
Outdoor Winter Arrangement Workshop Option#4 - With Birch
This large, square planter features lovely birch poles!
In this workshop YOU will create a beautiful square Christmas planter, complete with beautiful white birch poles and natural elements. Your outdoor arrangement can be placed in a container at your front door or placed "as is". Christmas elements can be added but will be easily removed after the holiday season leaving you with an arrangement that will last until Spring.
Birch poles, fresh cedar, pine, natural branches, pinecones and berries will make a statement for your front porch.
Wear your 'play clothes', you might get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, all materials and heavy duty black plastic container with birch poles
*We ask that you please bring your own pruners. We will have pruners available for purchase if required. Masks are optional for all participants.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
For more information, please contact us.
Holiday Lantern Workshop
NEW! This authentic wooden lantern will look gorgeous by your front door! Using natural Christmas greens, berries, and pinecones you will create a beautiful accent for your Holiday Celebrations.
The Lantern Workshop is New for the 2023 Winter Workshop Series. Each Lantern measures 15.5" x 8" x 8''.
Wear your "play clothes", you may get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, Wooden lantern and all materials.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
Dates: Please select from the date options below. As there are two colours of Lanterns; please note "red" or "black" in the notes section of the order form.
For more information on this workshop, contact us.
Holiday Angel Workshop
NEW! This beautiful metal angel will look gorgeous by your front door! Using natural Christmas greens, berries, and pinecones you will create a beautiful accent for your Holiday Celebrations.
The Angel Workshop is New for the 2023 Winter Workshop Series. Each Angel measures 24''x17''x10'' with a 6'' pot in the centre.
Wear your "play clothes", you may get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, Wooden lantern and all materials.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
Dates: Please select from the date options below.
For more information on this workshop, contact us.
Sleigh Bells Ring! Workshop
This authentic tobacco-slat wood sleigh will look gorgeous by your front door! Using natural Christmas greens, berries, a bow and some bells you will create a beautiful decor piece for your Christmas celebrations.
The Sleigh Bells Ring! Workshop is a popular class in our Winter Workshop Series. If you choose, bring along an old pair of skates or mittens and we'll help you attach them to your masterpiece. Each sleigh measures 36" x 11".
Wear your "play clothes", you may get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, Wooden sleigh and all materials.
*We ask that you please bring your own pruners. We will have pruners available for purchase if required. Masks are optional for all participants.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
Dates: Please select from the date options below. As there are two colours of sleighs; please note "red" or "natural" in the notes section of the order form.
For more information on this workshop, contact us.
Sleigh Bells Ring Again! Workshop
This authentic tobacco-slat wood sleigh will look gorgeous by your front door! Using natural Christmas greens, berries, a bow and some bells you will create a beautiful decor piece for your Christmas celebrations.
By popular demand, we have added the "Sleigh Bells Ring Again!" workshop option for people who already have their sleigh from last year and would like to reuse it. Hence, the lower cost. If you choose, bring along an old pair of skates or mittens and we'll help you attach them to your masterpiece. Each sleigh measures 36" x 11".
Wear your "play clothes", you may get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, all materials except the wooden sleigh (you will reuse yours)
*We ask that you please bring your own pruners. We will have pruners available for purchase if required. Masks will be optional for all participants.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
Dates: Please select from the date options below. Please bring in your sleigh at your earliest convenience. We need to attach the 'cage' that you will be inserting your greens into.
For more information on this workshop, contact us.
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Welcome friends and family to your home with a gorgeous winter wreath on your front door!
In the Christmas Wreath Workshop you will be using Christmas greens, berries and natural elements. Your finished product will be lush and beautiful!
Wear your "play clothes", you may get dirty!
Price includes: disposable gloves, all materials and 14" wreath frame. Finished wreath measures approx. 20-24" in diameter.
*Please bring your own pruners or you may purchase pruners when you arrive. Masks are optional to all participants.
Extra accessories are available for purchase from our Sparkle Bar.
Dates: Please select from the date options below.
For more information on this workshop, contact us.
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Have a group and want to sign up together? Ask us about our Private Parties for you and 9 of your friends. Bring your own snacks and drinks and enjoy and evening together creating your unique masterpiece.
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We would be happy to custom make urn inserts, wreaths or other containers for you. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Our Cancellation Policy
If you must cancel your workshop spot up to 48 hours before the workshop date, you can 1) switch to another workshop date if space is available, 2) give your spot to a friend, OR 3) get a refund (minus $10 administration fee) in the form of a gift card which can be used in the garden centre.
If you must cancel your workshop spot within 48 hours of the workshop you can 1) switch to another workshop date if space is available, 2) give your spot to a friend. Sorry, no refund will be issued.
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