There’s something especially intimate about gathering around flowers in the middle of February — when the air is still cold, but the room is warm, glowing, and filled with good wine.
This Valentine’s Day, we hosted our first After Hours workshop at Milieu Studio in Tontitown, Arkansas. Eight attendees joined us for an evening of creativity, wine, and hands-on design — and instead of traditional arranging, we did something a little different.
We transformed wine bottles into keepsake floral vases.
✿ The Concept: Romance, Reuse & Floral Design
For this special edition of After Hours, guests learned how to decoupage wine bottles — layering delicate papers, textures, and finishes to create one-of-a-kind vessels they could reuse as flower vases long after Valentine’s Day.
Each attendee selected their materials and designed a bottle that reflected their personal style — some soft and romantic, others bold and textural. By the end of the evening, every single bottle looked completely different.
And that’s the magic of these nights:
Same instruction. Entirely different creative expression.
Once their bottles were complete, we styled them with fresh blooms, turning each piece into a finished floral moment.
✿ The Atmosphere at Milieu Studio
Milieu Studio in Tontitown was the perfect backdrop — intimate, elevated, and thoughtfully designed.
With just eight seats available, the energy felt relaxed and personal. Conversations flowed easily. Guests shared supplies. Laughter bounced across the table.
It’s the kind of environment where people arrive not knowing each other — and leave exchanging Instagram handles.
✿ Wine, Charcuterie & Olive Oil Tasting
Because After Hours is never just about flowers.
We poured beautiful wines from Mary Taylor Wine, offering guests something elegant to sip while they worked.
Alongside that, we served:
- Charcuterie
- Specialty olive oils for tasting
- Small bites to keep everyone lingering a little longer
It felt less like a class and more like a creative dinner party.
✿ Our Workshops are For Everyone
Our After Hours floral workshops in Northwest Arkansas are designed to be more than instructional. They’re immersive creative experiences.
No experience is required. No pressure to be “artistic.” Just space to try something new — whether that’s learning decoupage techniques or discovering how relaxing floral design can be.
This Valentine’s edition was intentionally small — and it sold out quietly through early access invitations.
That’s becoming the pattern.
If You Missed It…
If you’ve been thinking about joining one of our After Hours workshops in Tontitown or the surrounding Northwest Arkansas area, consider this your sign.
These evenings are intentionally limited in size to preserve the atmosphere — and they’re filling faster each time.
✿ Join the Early Access List
Our After Hours workshops often open to our private list before tickets are released publicly.
Join below to receive:
- First access to upcoming dates
- Theme previews
- Private booking details
- Corporate & group workshop information
FAQs
Do I need floral or crafting experience?
Not at all. Our workshops are beginner-friendly and guided step-by-step.
How often do you host After Hours workshops?
We host them throughout the year with different themes and seasonal design focuses.
How do I reserve a spot?
The best way is to join our early access list — many workshops fill before they’re publicly announced.
Valentine’s Day may be over, but the bottles created that night are now sitting in homes around Northwest Arkansas — holding fresh blooms and reminding eight people that creativity pairs beautifully with wine.
We can’t wait to design with you at the next one.
