- Workshops + Demos
Sip & Craft Wreathmaking
When
Where
Armor Hall
Bring a friend and get in the festive spirit as you each create a natural wreath using fresh greens harvested by Wave Hill gardeners while enjoying a glass of mulled wine or hot cocoa. Design your own stunning winter decorations using simple techniques shared by designer Hanako Shimamoto. Gift your one-of-a-kind wreath to a loved one or take it home as a memento from your creative night out at Wave Hill.
No experience necessary! Adults 21+ only. Materials and one drink are included in the ticket price. Additional drinks and specialty menu items are available for purchase from The Café.
Advance registration is encouraged. Day-of registration is based on availability and not guaranteed.
Questions? Please email information@wavehill.org or call 718.549.3200 x 251.
This workshop is in Armor Hall and accessible to all participants with varying mobility. Chairs are provided, yet optional. Participants will use pruners and scissors to cut greens; arrangement of materials on wreath base may require dexterity of hands. A short demo will be led over to the speaker.
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Hanako Shimamoto
Hanako Shimamoto
Hanako Shimamoto was born in Kyoto, Japan and moved to NYC in 1992 to pursue a career as a floral designer. She gained 16 years of experience as a full-time designer at an upper east side florist and has a 4th Term Master certificate in Ohara style Ikebana. Since 2012 she has worked as a freelance designer at various event companies in NYC. Currently she is expanding her job skills into gardening and is frequently seen observing and photographing plants at Wave Hill.
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