FUNDAMENTALS OF SOGETSU IKEBANA-CLASSES IN CLASSIC FLOWER ARRANGING

Sunday, November 16^th, 10am-1pm

Instructor Yasmin Spiegel is a “Sensei“ (teacher) in the Sogetsu School of Ikebana: Japanese flower arranging. She is at home with both traditional Sogetsu forms and more modern sculptural arrangements. Yasmin has provided demonstrations and taught classes in Sogetsu at Wakamatsu Farms, the Sacramento Home and Garden Show, Davis Flower Arrangers, the Sacramento Floral Arrangers Guild, and Ikebana International. Ages 8+w/adult supervision. Meeting location Gold Hill/Placerville area. Cost: Individual classes $35/members, $45/non-members. A detailed email will be sent once you register online at REGISTRATION LINK

   November 16, 2025 Cornucopia in a basket:

Japanese baskets are inspiring with their close weave, antique colors and tall handles. When used with a combination of fruits, vegetables and flowers, a rich harvest bounty is created. Thanksgiving is a time of year to celebrate the cornucopia of blessings from the earth. Feel the joy of colors, the wealth of smells and shapes, the bounty of food and sustenance given so freely by our planet! Make a celebration arrangement bringing all these elements together. Bring your own Japanese basket and any fruits and vegetables you are inspired to use. Also bring your own Hasemi (sharp scissors), needle nosed pliers, wire cutters, a small bowl for cutting flowers, a bucket for holding uncut materials, and a rag for wiping spills. Flowers, wire, and floral tape will be provided. There will be a few baskets for sale if you cannot find one.