Christine de Beer - effortless floral craftsman
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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
Inspired by a classic and traditional Ikebana technique used in a Rikka design called Komiwara. Designers would usually bundle straw to keep the flowers in place.
Twirl twigs to create a balanced nest to display the beautiful orchids on
Fold and glue a Monstera deliciosa (delicious monster) leaf
Give the stem a closer cut to detail for floral art