Welcome! I’m Lucia. I have been a teacher for 19 years and am passionate about helping students of all ages to discover fresh ways of thinking, creating, and connecting. When not in a classroom, you can find me in gardens and ditches looking for interesting plants to preserve and use in art. I am excited to share my products, services, and classes with you, all centered around nature as a form of creative expression!
Upcoming Events
HerbFest
Visit our vendor booth for art, plants, and presses, and more!
Tuesday, August 12th, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Keepsake Cidery
It’s returning! The 4th Annual HerbFest at Keepsake Cidery is set for Sunday, July 13, 2025, and admission is free. The festival will showcase local vendors who grow and produce herbs and herb-related products. Attendees can enjoy demonstrations and educational talks from local herbalists, along with guided plant walks. The past three festivals were remarkable, so be sure not to miss this year’s event!
Markets on Main
Art Sale
Sundays 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Outside Aster House at 1 SE Main Street, Minneapolis
☀️ Announcing @marketsonmainmpls — starting June 8th and happening every Sunday from 10am-2pm this summer! Markets on Main is a farmers, vintage and makers market with local vendors happening right outside of Aster House in the Riverplace Plaza.
Street parking is abundant, and indoor ramp parking is also available. More details at marketsonmainmpls.com. See you there!
Northfield Garden Club
Preserving Nature's Beauty (Private Event)
Tuesday, August 12th, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Location TBD
Pressing flowers is a method of preserving flowers by drying them and flattening them into a paper-thin state, allowing them to be displayed or used in various crafts and art projects. It's a way to keep the beauty of flowers alive and can be used to create keepsakes or art pieces. This class will allow you to create beautiful, unique pieces of art from nature, even if you have no prior experience with flower pressing. You'll leave this session with a jar or candle decorated with pressed flowers, and inspiration to continue preserving your own garden to enjoy throughout all four seasons!
Apple Valley Garden Club
Preserving Nature's Beauty (Private Event)
Thursday, May 8 and Thursday, May 15, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
FAIR School, 3725 Pilgrim Lane North, Plymouth, MN
Pressing flowers is a method of preserving flowers by drying them and flattening them into a paper-thin state, allowing them to be displayed or used in various crafts and art projects. It's a way to keep the beauty of flowers alive and can be used to create keepsakes or art pieces. This class will allow you to create beautiful, unique pieces of art from nature, even if you have no prior experience with flower pressing. You'll leave this session with a jar or candle decorated with pressed flowers, and inspiration to continue preserving your own garden to enjoy throughout all four seasons!
Bouquet & Garden Preservation
One thing I love about pressing flowers is the ability to take something that might bring temporary joy and transform it into art that can be appreciated for years to come.
Whether you have arrangements from a wedding or funeral, or a garden in bloom, I would be honored to work with you to press, preserve, and arrange them to create art for you and your loved ones.
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