AIFD Northwest

08/05/2026

Ready to kick off a spectacular autumn of floral design? Join the AIFD Northwest Chapter for a magical mid-September morning on the farm! 🍂✨

Taught by the incredibly talented Robbyn Repp, AIFD, this all-levels workshop invites you to create a stunning, sculptural triptych. You'll be working with a fiery sunrise-inspired palette of reds, oranges, and golds using curly willow, moss, and sustainable Renewal™ foam for a fresh, eco-conscious masterpiece. 🌿🔥

📅 Date: Friday, September 18th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Swan Island Dahlias – Canby, OR
💵 Cost: $130 (Includes creative space, flowers, and hard goods)
Register : https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/shop/p/sustainable-floral-workshop-by-robbyn

Spaces are very limited! Scan the QR code on the flyer or head over to register to secure your spot today. Let’s learn, create, and grow together! ☀️

07/29/2026

🌸 DESIGN. INSPIRE. ELEVATE. 🌸

Ready to take your floral design career to the next level? Join the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) at one beautiful destination: Swan Island Dahlias! 🦢🌺

We are excited to host an industry-recognized competition where you can showcase your unique artistry and professional excellence. This is your chance to:

🏆 Show Your Talent: Demonstrate your design skills on a grand stage.
🗣️ Professional Feedback: Gain insights from professional judges with constructive feedback.
🤝 Network: Connect with top designers and leaders in the floral industry.

It’s more than a competition—it’s an opportunity to grow, be recognized, and network.

Let your creativity bloom! Prepare your portfolio and get ready to create, compete, and connect.

🔗 https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/shop/p/battle-of-the-bloom-for-beginners
🔗 https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/shop/p/advance-floral-competition

07/27/2026

Calling all wedding lovers and romantic designers! 💍🌸 Spend a gorgeous Sunday afternoon with the brilliant Annie Chen, AIFD, and make dahlias the absolute star of the show.

In this workshop, you will craft a lush, garden-style wedding bouquet brimming with movement. Then, you'll dive into mechanics to create a whimsical, wearable floral crown or hairpiece using adorable pompon dahlias and complementary accent flowers. Perfect for adding that dreamy, garden-inspired touch to your portfolio! ✨🎩

📅 Date: Sunday, September 20th, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Swan Island Dahlias – Canby, OR
💵 Cost: $130 (Includes creative space, flowers, and hard goods)
REGISTER : https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/shop/p/wedding-bouquet-and-wearables-by-annie

Don't miss this opportunity to refine your bridal design skills. RSVP today before spots sell out! 🥂

07/25/2026

Start your Sunday with coffee, conversation, and stunning dahlias at their absolute peak! ☕🌸

Join Chelle Dummer, AIFD, for a peaceful morning on the farm diving into the art of intentional design. This unique workshop will guide you through sketching, color theory, and formal linear design. Learn how to use minimal materials to highlight each bloom's raw, natural beauty for a striking effect. 🎨📐

📅 Date: Sunday, September 20th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Swan Island Dahlias – Canby, OR
💵 Cost: $130 (Includes creative space, flowers, and hard goods)
REGISTER : https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/shop/p/artistry-of-dahlia-by-chelle-dummer

Treat yourself to a morning of mindfulness and artistic growth. Scan the QR code to RSVP and secure your space!

07/24/2026

Thank you, Florists' Review, for sharing this amazing event
September 18th - 20th Swan Island Dahlias
Battle of the Blooms: The first Dahlia Flower Competition with
4 Northwest AIFD designers teaching classes during the annual
Swan Island Dahlias Festival over 50 acres to stroll, a top-notch Mercantile store, food trucks, music what a great way to spend the day or weekend.
Celebrating 100 years of growing.
Our Sponsors

Company Portland




Registration: https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/
Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Wilsonville
Booking Link: AIFD - Sept 2026 - Hilton Garden Inn Wilsonville

We are the Northwest Regional Chapter of AIFD, The American Institute of Floral Designers.

07/23/2026

Step up your floral game with garden-style elegance! 🌸✨ We are thrilled to host Trish Nishikawa, AIFD, for a beautiful morning exploring advanced design techniques and the natural movement of fall dahlias.

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to build a textured, garden-style bouquet flowing with life, followed by crafting a custom wearable floral piece perfect for any special autumn occasion. 🍁☕

📅 Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Swan Island Dahlias – Canby, OR
💵 Cost: $130 (Includes creative space, flowers, and

Bring your love for flowers, and we’ll handle the rest. Spots fill up fast—secure your registration now!
Step up your floral game with garden-style elegance! 🌸✨ We are thrilled to host Trish Nishikawa, AIFD, for a beautiful morning exploring advanced design techniques and the natural movement of fall dahlias.

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to build a textured, garden-style bouquet flowing with life, followed by crafting a custom wearable floral piece perfect for any special autumn occasion. 🍁☕

📅 Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Swan Island Dahlias – Canby, OR
💵 Cost: $130 (Includes creative space, flowers, and hard goods)
REGISTER : https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/shop/p/elegant-fall-dahlia-workshop-by-trish

Bring your love for flowers, and we’ll handle the rest. Spots fill up fast—secure your registration now!




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07/22/2026

Thank you, Florists' Review, for sharing this amazing event
September 18th - 20th Swan Island Dahlias
Battle of the Blooms: The first Dahlia Flower Competition with
4 Northwest AIFD designers teaching classes during the annual
Swan Island Dahlias Festival over 50 acres to stroll, a top-notch Mercantile store, food trucks, music what a great way to spend the day or weekend.
Celebrating 100 years of growing.
Our Sponsors
Swan Island Dahlias
Bill Doran Company Portland
OASIS Floral Products North America
FloristWare
Floral Design Institute
AIFD Northwest
Registration: https://www.nwaifdfloristry.org/
Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Wilsonville
Booking Link: AIFD - Sept 2026 - Hilton Garden Inn Wilsonville
https://floristsreview.com/floral-artistry-meets-horticultural-history-in-aifd-northwest-region/

AIFD Northwest Region and Swan Island Dahlias partner for Swan Island's 100th anniversary, which includes the First Annual Dahlia Floral Design Competition.

07/06/2026

Abigail Chick Abby Chick and our very own Northwestie, Hitomi Gilliam Hitomi Gilliam presented “Artistry & Farewell: A Sustainable Exploration of Tradition, Adaptation and Innovation.” The audience learned how to use Accent Decor, Inc. stands and containers as alternatives to easel stands in combination which housed handled bouquets that family members could then take home. Alternative materials like folded up paper straws as watertubes, yarn covered extender frames, and cut out mache were used as alternatives to traditional foam as well as OASIS Floral Products NA terra bricks and fibrefloral bricks. Tenting items in plastic reusable sheets acted like a hydration chamber. To learn more about sustainable floristry visit hitomigilliam.com and to learn more about florist coaching visit Abby Chick