Life-like Sugar Flowers: Sculpting Hydrangeas

The Level Up Project

Learn techniques of making delicate sugar blooms that can be used to create all types of filler flowers.

Workshop details:Learn how to make beautifully delicate sugar hydrangeas with realistic details. During this class instructed by Dawn Konofaos, you will learn the technique of making small sugar blooms that can be used to create all types of filler flowers. With just a few simple tools and steps, this is the perfect class for someone looking to start or brush up on their skills.Material packet add-on will be shipped to you directly prior to workshop date &amp; includes:Dresden tool, veining tool, celpin, celpad floral wire, hydrangea cutters- or -Prefer to source your own tools, already have these, prefer to just watch Dawn make magic happen or missed our shipping window? Dawn recommends having these (or similar) tools on hand:<ul><li><a href="https://www.sugardelites.com/Dresden-and-Veining-Tool-JEM_p_2982.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dresden tool</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.sugardelites.com/Veining-Stick_p_803.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Veining tool</a> optional*</li><li><a href="https://www.sugardelites.com/CelPin-Medium_p_741.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Celpin</a> or small rolling pin</li><li><a href="https://www.sugardelites.com/CelPad_p_697.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Celpad</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Petunia-Multi-Set-Silicone-cutters/dp/B06XD2QJLP/ref=sr_1_32?dchild=1&amp;keywords=hydrangea+cutter&amp;qid=1597092704&amp;sr=8-32" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hydrangea cutters</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.sugardelites.com/Wire-24-Green_p_846.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Floral wire</a> (22-28 gauge)</li></ul>Other basic materials to have on hand:<ul><li>Plastic bag (i.e. bodega or medium-size ziploc)</li><li>Somewhere to place flower (i.e. empty egg carton or a piece of styrofoam)</li></ul>How to prep your space day-of:Please have your gum paste made in advance, so we can get to work on techniques for sculpting petals! Your workspace should be clean with a smooth surface, all tools should be organized and off to the side until needed. More specific questions? Reach out to Dawn at hello@alevrimarket.comThe Level Up Project is a network of individuals with decision-making power as solo creators and entrepreneurs, or as members of larger organizations. We are committed to removing systemic barriers to, and shifting power dynamics within, our fields of craft and design. These industries are often exclusive, cost prohibitive, and expect a certain baseline skill level, social network, or resources for entry. We believe that being well-networked and having financial wealth should not be preconditions to thrive and, therefore, hope to share knowledge and concrete skills with all who seek them. <a href="https://www.thelevelupproject.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Learn more</a> about our initiative and keep up with the latest happenings through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thelevelup_project_/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">instagram</a>.Find our full schedule of workshops from September 14th - 20th <a href="https://www.thelevelupproject.org/workshops" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>, where you can register yourself, gift tickets to friends, family &amp; colleagues. Session 1.0 includes:Monday, Sept 14th 5:30pm EST – Community &amp; Home Composting SystemsTuesday, Sept 15th 7pm EST – Secrets of Ceramics &amp; Setting Up a Home StudioWednesday, Sept 16th 8pm EST – Essential Knife Skills &amp; Foundational Cooking TechniquesThursday, Sept 17th 5:30pm EST – Herbal Steam: Making Shower &amp; Bath Tablets for Deeper Self-CareThursday, Sept 17th 8pm EST – Nuances of Posing and Composition in Portrait PhotographyFriday, Sept 18th 8pm EST – Collaging with Fiber: Learn to Weave IntuitivelySaturday, Sept 19th 10:30am EST – Cook a Japanese-Korean style meal with both/&amp;Saturday, Sept 19th 1pm EST – Case Studies in Visual Storytelling for Products and BrandsSaturday, Sept 19th 4pm EST – Wood Care: Refinish Your Cutting Boards &amp; Utensils Like a ProSunday, Sept 20th 12pm EST – Fundamentals of Natural Dyeing with Flowers and Food WasteSunday, Sept 20th 2pm EST – Cook a Japanese-Korean Style Meal with both/&amp;Sunday, Sept 20th 4pm EST – Life-like Sugar Flowers: Sculpting HydrangeasAbout your workshop lead, visual artist and baker Dawn Konofaos:For the past seven years Dawn Konofaos has defied the norms of veganism by experimenting with bold ingredients to create unique recipes that push culinary boundaries. Her knack for combining distinctive flavors earned her fame at local indie food markets, but it was her penchant for blending artistic with whimsy in her baked treat designs that gained her repeat customers and ultimately notoriety on social media. Through the years, she’s worked to build a diverse cache of bakes that most never imagined could be vegan—like choux pastry. Dawn’s style, although worldly, has European leanings, and is impelled by her degree in Fashion Design and her previous career as a photo/content stylist. Her specialties are cakes and small bites, such as macarons and laminated doughnuts.Keep up with Dawn <a href="https://www.alevrimarket.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">online</a> and through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alevrilife/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">instagram</a>

Our {communityGuidelinesLink} describe the sort of content we prohibit on Eventbrite. If you suspect an event may be in violation, you can report it to us so we can investigate.

To report other categories of prohibited or illegal content, submit {link}

Life-like Sugar Flowers: Sculpting Hydrangeas

More events from The Level Up Project

Discover more events from The Level Up Project, from Hobbies to other experiences you might love.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all online events to browse and filter by date, category, and more.

Life-like Sugar Flowers: Sculpting Hydrangeas

More events from The Level Up Project

Discover more events from The Level Up Project, from Hobbies to other experiences you might love.

You might also like...

Browse more events with different dates, prices, and formats to find your next great experience.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all online events to browse and filter by date, category, and more.