Monthly Archives: November 2011

Ikebana – The Way of Japanese Flower Arranging By Joshua M. Smith, Ph.D.

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Paulette Salvia

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. Sometimes it is also referred to as “Kado,” or “The Way of Flowers.” From Childhood my wife Satomi has informally learned Ikebana from her mother, who is a licensed Ikenobo-style teacher, and … Continue reading →

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“Thankful For” Leaf Bouquet By Dave A Murphy

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Paulette Salvia

Now that Thanksgiving is just around the corner, what better time to examine the things for which we are most thankful? And what better or craftier way to show it than by creating a “Thankful for” leaf bouquet? With a … Continue reading →

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How to Make Paper Flowers

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Paulette Salvia

Paper flowers are perfect accents to so many things. As shown here in this video, the paper flower completes the wrapping for the present. Paper flowers can also be used in different sizes for party decorations. Just attach string or … Continue reading →

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