Week 1- (Sea Oat grass)

Comprising of 7 video stages

Week 2 - (Hosta plant)

Comprising of 13 video stages

Week 3 - (Anemone)

Comprising of 12 video stages

Laura Tosato

I first came across Robert Haynes whilst admiring his fantastic sugar flowers on the web, I never imagined I would have the chance to actually meet him.

I have been creating flowers using air drying porcelain polymer clay for many years. When Robert and I first had the opportunity to spend a few days together, he literally opened up a new world of techniques, materials and precious advice for me.

His flowers convey his immense passion and dedication, the precision and care with which he creates each petal, each pistil or leaf.

I would say .. with "almost mechanical" precision ... but all this would not be enough if there were not his sensitivity: Robert is a perfect and tireless teacher but at the same time a really generous and very nice person!

Robert Haynes has devoted a lot of time to researching tools and accessories that make a difference, especially his botanically correct veiners… "authentic jewels"

I'm really grateful that our lives have crossed because he teaches, encourages and shares the enthusiasm for this fairy-tale and colourful world.

Arati Mirji

Robert Haynes is a perfectionist with an eye for the minutest details - a true lover of this art form, the Art of Sugar flowers.

His work is truly mesmerising and realistic and at times it is hard to believe that the flowers are not real. My favourite among all his work is the sugar autumn maple leaves.  

I had the opportunity to learn from him when he came to India a few of years ago. There were so many invaluable aspects of flower making that I could learn from his workshop. Since then, we have kept in touch.

I am a great fan of his veiners - one of the best available; and use them quite often for my workshops and demos. They are amongst my most prized possessions I can say!

I also had the opportunity to test out his new flower paste and I must say that it is top notch!! An amazing and strong paste.

Zara Khalaj

“From my very first course I had with Robert in 2016, I found that not only I learned many new techniques but I was transported into his magical world of creating botanically correct stunning sugar flowers.

Robert has created a new style in this field, his passion is infectious. His work is so precise and supported by his range of marvellous products.

Robert has spent a lot of time and effort on developing his craft, coming up with methods that have revolutionised the “flower making scene”, making him one of the best sugar artists in the world.

You would be happy to know that, as of recently, he is going to be teaching and offering online classes, being a past student of his I can guarantee you will definitely learn a lot from him in his informative classes.”

Lou Wood

Robert has been a special friend to me for many years.  We first met when I visited him in London for a 1:1 Avalanche Rose class.  I spent a thoroughly consuming couple of days learning a wealth of new skills and gained a whole new understanding of how to work with flower paste and dusting colours.  I also learned that you could eat fish finger and rocket sandwiches and they’re rather nice.

Robert’s knowledge of botany, which underpins everything he does with sugar flowers; is vast and he loves to share it all!   He fills the time available with as much knowledge as he can get in.  His warmth and understanding of his students as individuals make every class a unique pleasure.  

Since that first session, Robert has visited me to teach classes in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, UK on a regular basis almost every year.  He has a hands-on approach to teaching and usually bustles around the room making sure everyone is happy. His method of teaching is very reassuring.  It is a step-by-step method, and no one is left behind, no matter what their skill level, although the classes are not usually for beginners.  My students love his ability to chat throughout the day and put everyone at their ease. The days are long and filled to the brim with hints and tips for extending even the most advanced skills. Robert imparts as much knowledge as he can cram into the time available. His work is of the highest standard and always as close to nature as he can possibly get. 

I know Robert’s online classes will be just as warm and welcoming and filled with knowledge and fun.  I will certainly be dropping in online myself to learn new skills from home. 

Christine Craig

I have had the pleasure of knowing Roberts for eight years. He has throughout that time been so extremely supportive, encouraging and kind. Always so helpful and generous.

I love the new premium flower paste! it's so easy to work with and gives brilliant results.

This sugar floral arrangement above, was made with Roberts Sugar Flower Studio premium flower paste.

Roberts silicone veiners are absolutely amazing and in my opinion the best.

In short Robert is one of the most lovely people in the industry.

Jan Clark

I first saw Robert demonstrate his craft around 14 years ago and was absolutely mesmerised by his skill and attention to detail.

Even though I have been making flowers for many years. I knew that I had to book a class with him…The class was amazing, such fun and perfectly structured. I came  away with my head buzzing with an abundance of new skills and techniques.

Over the years Robert and I have become firm friends and he is always so willing to help and advise with his cheeky trademark smile and giggle.

Always evolving, he now has new silicone veiners, tools, cutters, flower paste, colours, glazes and so much more...

and all perfect just like Robert!.

Valerie D’Souza

I formally met Robert on 15th January 2016, in London UK, when I attended a 1-2-1 private workshop which was conducted at his residence.  It was 5 days of very intense and in depth training sessions in Sugar Flowers.

Robert is a fabulous Teacher, he is genuinely interested in the welfare of his students and works tirelessly to ensure that he is able to share the wealth of knowledge that he possesses in the field of Sugar Flowers.  He is a stickler for perfection and expects the same from his students. 

Under Robert’s guardianship I learnt structure and technique to an entirely new level, in those 5 days, he gave me a new insight into Sugar Flowers and Nature. 

His advice to me was very simple, “You aim to get your sugar flowers to look as natural as possible and then success will be inevitable.

I returned from my training, worked very hard on my craft and went on to win the Gold Medal in the Sugar Flower category at Cake International at Birmingham in November 2016.

Over a period of time, I have purchased many of Robert’s cutters and silicone veiners.  They are absolutely fabulous.  These truly outstanding veiners, are able to transform your ordinary sugar flowers too extraordinary.

Debbie Bowyer

Hi, I’m Debbie and I’m the owner at Sugar Floristry. I’m a passionate lover of nature, the planet and environmental issues.  Flowers have always been a huge part of my life – my mum was a talented flower arranger and I seem to have followed in her footsteps but in the medium of sugar and cold porcelain.

I first attended Robert’s classes about 5 years ago.  My work was average but, I felt, was ‘missing’ something. Robert’s fun, friendly and relaxed style, and superb teaching progressed my work to another level.  His attention to detail is without compare.

This coupled with his astonishing range of quality cutters, veiners and accessories makes him, in my humble opinion, one of the world’s top sugar flower artists today.

Thank you, Robert, for all you contribute to our craft.  I wish you every success in your new online school and for the future in general.

Sue Wainwright

My sugar flower journey began approximately seven years ago with a fascination of botanical sugar flowers. In order to develop my skills I began competition work and have since achieved multiple gold awards at international level.

During this time I discovered the exquisite work of Robert Haynes and had no hesitation in taking up the opportunity to attend several of Robert's classes.

Robert's passion for his craft, enthusiasm, attention to detail and quality of workmanship is infectious and is evident not only in his teaching, but also in the products he has developed and now offers for sale.

With every class there has been so many new skills and techniques to learn and practice, from making petals and leaves to dusting, glazing, taping and so much more. Whilst there is the opportunity to learn to make a specific flower in the class, you also develop skills that can be utilised and transferred when making other flowers in order to build on your existing ability.

Robert is a natural teacher and always encourages and supports students whilst being incredibly generous in sharing his extensive knowledge and skills regardless of the students skill set. 

Nelson Pantano Filho - The King Cake

I met Robert many years ago, and I remember that as soon as I got to know his work on the internet, I was completely delighted with the maximum level of perfection of his flowers.

I am in Brazil, as soon as I saw it, I knew that I already wanted to take classes with him, and so I did, in two days of private lessons, in a complete immersion in that world of absolutely perfect flowers.

The years have passed, and I am here on the other side of the ocean, continue to admire and applaud this artist, who increasingly improves and surprises us with his ability to perfectly disprove natural flowers into sugar flowers.

Well done, dear friend!