Fresh Green Wreaths
Make a stunning green wreath to take pride of place on your street in this workshop at Lauriston Castle with Margaret Findlay!
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Always a popular class, make a stunning giant wreath to take pride of place on your street. Embellish your wreath with beautiful things. With Margaret Findlay.
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