Tutorials

Fold a dragonfly from a long strand of grass or palm leaf

Fold foliage to create a zig zag patterned lantern

A grass bundle floral armature

Create a support for a bundle of grass balanced on a narrow necked vase

Embed a corsage magnet into a twig

To create a layered look for a corsage tie a foundation of twigs with fresh willow stems

The most delicate of stems often disappear in a design. this is an easy way to display really delicate flowering stems without overwhelming them

Most leaves and foliage can be slightly manipulated to curve or curl.

Weave a nest for Easter eggs

Hana-Kubari is an Ikebana flower mechanic. Only natural materials such as pebbles, sticks and branches can be seen to support the flowers. Traditionally no twine or wire, nails,...

Most of the time I would gently tug the pollen covered stamens away the moment it becomes yellow and messy. But the Gloriosa looks rather pretty with the stamens on, so I fix it...

A design inspired by traditional Jiyek braiding techniques