Nitra, Slovakia

Mikado Technique & Wedding Floristry

Part 1 – Spring/Summer / Sustainability – Master Class Workshop

March 2–3, 2026

Workshop language: Slovak and Hungarian

This Nitra date was the first stage of the Mikado program (Spring/Summer) and was designed as a practical two-day workshop focused on wedding floristry, the Mikado technique, and sustainability principles. It was not "quick inspiration" — it was structured, step-by-step guidance so participants left with processes they can apply immediately in their own work and translate into real client orders.

Who the workshop was for and how we worked
The workshop was for florists who want a clear technique, repeatable results, and confidence in construction. We intentionally kept the group smaller — we prioritised quality and individual guidance. Thanks to this, everyone had room for specific questions, process checks, and personal feedback. Throughout the workshop, participants could consult Robert on real-world scenarios: from material selection and technical details to workflow organisation for wedding projects.

What participants learned
Over the two days, we covered the Mikado technique in depth — not only as a method for bouquets, but as a system applicable to other sellable products. The goal was for participants to understand the construction principle, repeat it across different formats, and adapt it to various flowers, shapes, and client briefs. The focus was on hands-on practice, correct working habits, stability and clean execution, shape and proportion, and sustainability in everyday professional floristry.

Program and creation outcomes
Participants created tangible portfolio pieces while learning processes that lead to sellable products. In practice they worked on bouquets, wreaths, and other transportable decorations; the program also included team-based work as a simulation of real pre-event preparation, where we trained coordination, planning, and role distribution — just as it happens in real wedding productions.

Materials and stepping beyond the "comfort zone"
We worked with a wide range of materials, including flowers and new items that are not used every day in typical practice. The goal was for each participant to try unfamiliar varieties, learn the right handling methods, and build confidence even when the material is not "standard" or is new to them.

Facilities and participant support
The workshop included solid on-site support so participants could fully focus on performance, detail, and real learning.

What participants took home
After this date, participants left with a clear understanding of the Mikado technique, concrete portfolio outcomes, experience with a realistic wedding-prep simulation, and greater confidence when working with new materials. They took home their own creations (bouquets, wreaths, and other transportable pieces), most of the leftover materials and flowers, and the full welcome kit: a bag, an apron, a workbook, a pen, a mug, tools (scissors and a knife), Oáza sprays, and promotional materials from Marginper and Decorum. They also took home the certificate for this stage.

If you want to continue the certification path, the Autumn/Winter stage expands techniques, materials, and work in different seasonal conditions. After completing both stages, you will receive the official Mikado Masterclass certificate, presented immediately after the Winter stage concludes, together with the Autumn/Winter certificate.