Flowers and Ikebana
Quince : A Symbol of Love and Sincerity
Quince may not be celebrated similar to ume (plum blossoms) or sakura (cherry blossoms). But this thorny vibrant-red flower is…
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Flowers and Ikebana
Late Summer Flowers for Tuesday Ikebana
Late summer flowers are now in abundance. A good indicator that the summer heat starts to cool down. From the…
Flowers and Ikebana
Small Vases Big Impact
I rarely use small vases when I make Ikebana. I find them challenging because it limits the number of fresh…
Flowers and Ikebana
Tropical Plants for the Japanese Flower Art
Tropical plants are rare gems. At least from where I am at the moment. Back then, I just see them…
Flowers and Ikebana
Happy Moments at BLJ Ikebana Class
Happy moments with a dash of haggardness and a sprinkle of workout. (Haggardness and workout because of the stairs at…
Flowers and Ikebana
Simple Ikebana: How to Highlight Simplicity
Simple Ikebana arrangements are what most people have in mind when they hear the word Ikebana. A single flower in a…
Flowers and Ikebana
2017 Seishincho Ikebana Exhibition
The 2017 Seishincho Ikebana Exhibition was successful despite the heavy rain last weekend. It is part of Seishincho Community Center’s annual…
Flowers and Ikebana
New Arrangements from Old Materials
New arrangements do not always mean new materials to work with. This is one of the important things I learned…
Flowers and Ikebana
Peony: Subtle Yet Captivating
Peony flowers has long been a favorite in Asian arts like paintings, poems, and even tattoos. It represents honor, wealth, romance,…