The Flower Blog

Halloween is creeping closer, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with fresh fall flowers and a little creative time for yourself! Join us at Gillespie Florists for our Boo-quet Bash DIY Floral Design Class on Saturday, October 24th at 4:00 PM.

This hands-on workshop will feature rich autumn colors, fresh seasonal flowers and playful Halloween accents. Whether you’re brand new to floral design or already love working with flowers, you’ll receive step-by-step instruction in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

What to Expect

Led by Gillespie Florists designer Kayleigh, this 1–2 hour class will guide you through creating a festive Halloween arrangement filled with seasonal personality. You’ll learn helpful design tips, professional techniques and a few insider tricks to help your arrangement look balanced and polished.

Want to make an even bigger statement? Add a Single or Double Luxury Flower Upgrade featuring premium stems hand-selected by our lead designer for extra texture, depth and wow factor.

What’s Included

Your $60 registration includes:

• Fresh fall flowers
• Vase or seasonal container
• Halloween-inspired decorative accents
• Personalized instruction and design guidance

All tools and materials are provided—just bring your creativity and Halloween spirit! 🧡

Class Details

• Event: Boo-quet Bash DIY Floral Design Class
• Date: Saturday, October 24th
• Time: 4:00 PM
• Duration: Approximately 1–2 hours
• Location: Gillespie Florists, 9255 W 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46234
• Cost: $60 per person
• Ages: 18+ due to the use of sharp floral tools

How to Reserve Your Spot

Space is limited, so we encourage early registration!

1. Select “Pick Up In Store Instead.”
2. Choose Gillespie Florists & Flower Delivery under “In Store Pickup.”
3. Select October 24th as your pickup date.
4. Choose the latest available time slot.
5. Complete checkout.

That’s it—your seat will be reserved!

Whether you’re looking to decorate your home, learn new floral techniques or enjoy a creative fall afternoon, Boo-quet Bash is sure to be a frighteningly fun time. Gather a friend or come solo and create something beautifully spooky!

Click here to sign up today and reserve your seat! 🎃

As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on a crisp chill, we're thrilled to bring you a bewitching blend of floral enchantment. Halloween and Dia de los Muertos fall close together each year and are often lumped together. Let's explore some of the unique qualities of each of these holidays.

Halloween - Embrace the Eerie:
Halloween, a night of spookiness and playful frights, is all about embracing the eerie and letting your imagination run wild. At Gillespie Florists, we've crafted a bewitching collection of blooms that capture the spirit of Halloween. Create sinister centerpieces or boo-tiful bouquets for everyday decor or a costume party. 

Dia de los Muertos - Honoring Loved Ones:
Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a beautiful Mexican tradition where families come together to honor their loved ones who have passed away. It's a celebration of life, love, and remembrance. Create an ofrenda (altar) that truly honors your ancestors with our breathtaking blooms.

At Gillespie Florists, we're here to help you celebrate both of these wonderful occasions with our stunning floral arrangements. Whether you're looking to add a touch of spookiness to your Halloween or a heartfelt tribute to your Dia de los Muertos festivities, our florists are ready to create something truly magical for you.

Visit our website or stop by our store today to explore our wide selection of enchanting blooms.

Upcoming Event:

Join us for Trick or Treat in store and get a free flower, candy and furbaby treats on 10/31/23 from 4-6PM.

Check out our assortment of Halloween arrangements

Do you like DIY? Flowers? Halloween? Pat Gillespie?
If you said yes to any of the questions above then it's time to sign up for our HALLOWEEN FLORAL DIY BOO-CAMP! Don't worry, it's not all day. In just two hours Pat will guide you through the ins and outs of creating your very own Halloween themed arrangement!

Gillespie Florists is bringing back their DIY class for Halloween! 

Tuesday, October 18th, from 5-7pm 
at 9255 W 10th St, Indianapolis 46234

$50 per person. 8 Person Class Size.
Must be 18 years or older due to sharp instruments being used.

Concerned about working with real flowers and no way to back-space out of it? That's ok! We mentioned Pat Gillespie earlier and here's why! Mr. Gillespie has decades of experience in floral design and will be guiding you on this spooky fun adventure with fresh flowers and your choice of either a jack-o'-lantern or ceramic pumpkin container. Learning is part of the journey and Pat, as your guide, instructor and Dad-Joke extraordinaire will have you designing in no time with tips he's had ages to perfect. By the end of the two hours you will be bringing home a beautiful (arranged by you) creation and telling your friends and family about it so they can sign up for the next one! Check out these photos below. We had a great time designing Thanksgiving and Christmas arrangements with friends. Why not join in the fun?

So how about it? Sound pretty good? Two hours, personalized instruction with a most experienced floral designer and $50 for materials including: jack-o'-lantern or ceramic pumpkin container, fall florals and Halloween accessories! Extra accessories available if you would like to add more to your creation.
Share the link with your friends and make a night of it! Class size is limited so don't wait too long!
Questions? Give us a call: 317.273.1100 and we can assist you. Hope to see you at class!

REGISTER ONLINE FOR 10/18 HERE!