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Flower Lab

Live floristry, practical techniques and fresh ideas - created in front of you.

The Flower Lab brings skilled florists together for close-up demonstrations focused on craft, mechanics and confident design. Watch each piece take shape, hear the thinking behind the choices and pick up techniques you can take back to your own work.

From natural materials and seasonal texture to contemporary construction and retail floristry, each session offers a different perspective from an experienced working florist.

Flower Lab demonstrations are included with your general FleurEx ticket. Timings will be added to the agenda as they are confirmed.

Meet our 2026 Flower Lab demonstrators

Meet the florists sharing their skills, ideas and experience in this year's Flower Lab.

Jayne Buet - Floristry Lecturer, Glasgow Clyde College

Jayne has taught floristry for 24 years after managing a family-run flower shop. Named BFA Tutor of the Year in 2018, she combines teaching with freelance event work and has competed at RHS shows, NAFAS and the Flower Council of Holland. Her greatest satisfaction comes from helping students develop their skills and confidence.

Katerina Currell - Florist and floral designer

Originally from the Czech Republic and now based in the UK, Katerina has worked with flowers since the age of 12. With a Master's degree in horticulture and floristry, she draws inspiration from natural materials, seasonal texture and unexpected detail - creating work that feels organic, but always with a twist.

Gillian Fautley - Courts of Rayleigh Florist

Gillian owns the award-winning Courts of Rayleigh Florist and has spent her career in retail floristry. Level 4 trained, she is particularly passionate about apprenticeships and developing the next generation. She also works with the industry board supporting the new City & Guilds Level 2 and Level 3 Floristry Apprenticeship assessments.

More Flower Lab demonstrators

Three more expert florists bringing practical insight and distinctive creative perspectives to FleurEx.

John Paul Deehan - John Paul Florist

With more than 30 years' experience, John Paul is one of Northern Ireland's leading florists. Based in Derry~Londonderry, he works across retail, weddings and events, and is a respected tutor and demonstrator. His work is known for meticulous detail, contemporary design and an exceptional standard of finish.

Karen Massey - Fleurtatious

Karen began floristry at 13 and opened Fleurtatious at 25. A Master Florist with Chelsea bronze and silver medals, she was the first Irish member of the Good Florist Guide and now sits on its board. She also helped establish the Institute of Flowers in Ireland and remains closely involved with its work.

Nicola Armstrong - The Bloom Room

Nicola is the founder of The Bloom Room, an award-winning retail florist in Cumbria. With a background in the arts, her distinctive style has led to work for global brands and high-end clients. Her achievements include BFA Retail Florist of the Year and contributing to the prestigious Claridge's Christmas installation.

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