Flower Arrangement – Meadow Fresh
Gerberas are the best when it comes to flower arrangement. The bold colors and the sturdy stalk is a joy to work with and make some stunning arrangements. Materials: 3 Gerbera … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Desert Rose
Roses are red and that we all know, and when it blooms in the desert, it is sure to stand out. Here is an arrangement using red roses and desert elements as a back drop. Materials: 3 Red … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Tropical Summer
Tropical summers are hot and humid and with that comes the abundance of colorful flowers with and without fragrance. Her is an arrangement to bring the sun into the house! Materials … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Dragon Year
2024 is the Year of the Wood Dragon, beginning on February 10th, 2024 (Chinese New Year) and concluding on January 28th, 2025 (Chinese New Year's Eve). Here is an arrangement to commemorate the … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Maui’s gift
It was delight to watch the Disney movie "Maui". Here is an arrangement where Maui is gifting a boat filled with flowers to Moana! Way to go Maui! Materials required: A boat shaped … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Sunkissed
Let us bring in some sun into the house during the cold winters. Yellow and white Gerberas together are a joy to look at and here is just the arrangement for gloomy winter days! Materials … [Read more...]
Cotton Jasmine Basket
Jasmine Buds made using Cotton looks real and when a basket is filled with them, it makes a beautiful center piece during festivals. Make plenty of Cotton Jasmine Buds. You can also make some … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Song of India
Carnations with palm leaves gives a contrasting look in a white shallow container. Materials required: Shallow container Ikebana Oasis 3 stems of Red Carnations Any tree branch with young fruits A … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Simply Red
Carnations in a arrangement looks charming and elegant. Materials required: Shallow container Ikebana Oasis 3 stems of Red Carnations Any tree branch with young fruits A driftwood Method: Let the … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Rainforest Fresh
Haliconia cut stems last almost 15 days and this makes them the most sought after flower for arrangements. Here is a flower arrangement that brings an aura of rainforest into your living … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Pretty in Pink
Roses are always great for arrangements. I have used Baby pink Roses with Cypress. Simple, yet elegant. Materials required: Shallow container Ikebana Oasis 5 Roses Few stalks of … [Read more...]
Pedestal Flower Arrangement – Cascade
Pedestal flower arrangements are very popular arrangements and add a splash of color to the decor. Materials Required: Pedestal Stand A piece of Oasis / Sponge 7 to 8 Asparagus Stems 15 to 20 Gerbera … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Lake in a Jar
This arrangement takes few minutes. I got this bunch of freshly cut Water Lilies off the Lake and slid them into a tall pickle jar (Bharni) with a complementing Green branch. Materials … [Read more...]
Palash Leaves Cup Making
During festivals and pooja, friends and family are given the Arishina and Kumkuma (Haldi and Kumkum) and the prasada (blessed food) like Kosambari, Gugri, Sathyanarayana Prasada (sooji halwa) are … [Read more...]
Head Ring making – Simbi – Support for head loads making – Suggan Pad making
The head rings played a very important role in the earlier days to carry loads on the head. Even now, many vegetable vendors place the basket of vegetables on the head and use a head ring. The … [Read more...]
Palash Leaves Plates Making – Muttala Yele – Traditional Leaf Plates
During festivals and family occasions, guests are served a sumptuous meal on a Banana leaf or a plate made from the Palash tree (a.k.a. Dhak, Bastard Teak, or Parrot Tree). Palash tree Materials … [Read more...]
Carnation Lily Bouquet
Here is a simple fresh flower bouquet idea for the holiday season. It is a bunch of Carnations and Lilies in Orange and Yellow hues. You can include color paper around each flower to enhance … [Read more...]
Jackfruit Leaves Spoon Making
As the Jackfruit tree leaves are sturdy, they are used to make many containers since a very long time. One of the things you can make is a spoon. The shape of the leaves are appropriate to … [Read more...]
Summer Fruits Arrangement
I have noticed in weddings, the buffet hall has one corner dedicated to fruit arrangements. They are grand and done by professional vegetable and fruit carvers. I am sure at the end of the … [Read more...]