Couture Silk Flowers — Parisian Techniques Workshop

Learn the couture techniques behind fabric flowers seen in bridal gowns, runway couture, millinery, lingerie, and editorial styling.
In this hands-on beginner workshop, you’ll create four couture flowers using silk and satin ribbon, working step-by-step through professional techniques to sculpt, gather, and finish each flower with couture precision.

No sewing experience is required — all materials are provided and the class is designed for beginners.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home four completed couture flowers and a new skill set that can elevate garments, accessories, and creative projects.

• Silk lotus flower construction
• Ribbon rosette techniques
• Ribbon rose sculpting
• Concertina rose folding & shaping
• Couture finishing methods
• Styling & application for bridal, lingerie, accessories, and editorial work

• Sewing enthusiasts
• Fashion students
• Bridal + lingerie designers
• Costume designers
• Stylists + prop designers
• DIY bridal makers
• Creatives exploring couture techniques

No experience required — all levels welcome.

• All fabrics & materials
• Tools to use during class
• 4 finished couture flowers to take home
• Light refreshments
• Resource recommendations

Duration: 3.5 hours
Format: Hands-on workshop + live demonstration

This workshop is taught by couture designer Pamella Rubio, specializing in bridal, lingerie, and haute couture techniques. Pamella is currently completing the Haute Couture Techniques Certificate at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), with experience in bridal, editorial, and couture finishing.

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