I Love Ikebana – Let's Learn Sogetsu Ikebana!

Sogetsu Ikebana – The Joy of Creation

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement with a history of more than 600 years. Over the long history, many different schools have developed in pursuit of a deeper understanding of Ikebana.

We teach the Sogetsu school of Ikebana, with the basic principle that Ikebana reflects the original expression of the person. Using flowers, we create beauty with our feelings. Join us to experience the joy of creation!

Class Description

We use Sogetsu Ikebana textbooks to guide you through the basic concepts of Sogetsu Ikebana.

Your initial lessons will focus on several styles called “kakei” （花型). With “kakei,” you will:

Learn the basic rules and techniques for composing shapes
Familiarize yourself with various kinds of flowers, and
Understand different characteristics of flowers.

“Sogetsu Textbook 1・2” covers this part.

Once you have learned the basics of different styles, you are ready to deepen your understanding of Ikebana and express your ideas freely by focusing on three important elements; Line, Color, and Mass.

“Sogetsu Textbook 3・4” is used to guide you at this stage.

We offer both in-person and online classes as indicated below.

In-Person Class

In-person classes are held at two locations: Seattle and Whidbey Island.

For your convenience, we will provide everything you need, including flowers, a pair of scissors, and a container. Once registered, all you have to do is to show up. You get to take home flowers you used.

The fee for the class is $40 (including flowers and refreshments), payable on registration.

Seattle Classes – on Saturdays

Where:

Fran’s Chocolates Georgetown boutique
5900 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA 98108

When:

One Saturday a month
Morning class… 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Advanced students only.
Afternoon class… 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Beginners are welcome.

The maximum number of seats is 12. The registration deadline is two days prior to the class.

Masks are required during the class.

Link to Schedule and Registration

Whidbey Island Classes – on Fridays (from April to September)

Where:

Useless Bay Golf & Country Club
5725 Country Club Dr, Langley, WA 98260

When:

One Friday a month (April – September)
Morning class… 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Afternoon class… 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
* Beginners are welcome for both classes

The maximum number of seats is 12. The registration deadline is two days prior to the class.

Link to Schedule and Registration

Class Cancellation and Refund Policies

Demand for the classes is high. If a student cancels the registration without giving enough notice, it limits another student from participating in the class. Plus we are pre-ordering the materials.

Please email akemi@iloveikebana.com at least 2 days before the class to notify us of cancellations to receive a full refund. No refund will be given If you cancel within 2 days of the class. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Online Class***

Online classes are held on one Thursday a month.

*** Currently online classes are offered only for advanced students.

What You Need to Prepare for Online Classes

Students who take online classes need to prepare the following items:

Computer or mobile device with a camera for the Teams meeting… It is recommended that you download Microsoft Teams app on your computer or device. You can still participate in the class via web browser.
Plant materials (flowers and branches) to be used to create your arrangement… Choose what you like and be sure that it is appropriate for the lesson you are working on.
For beginners… Several branches of only one kind and several flowers of only one kind
Container or vase… A low-rise container that has some depth for a Moribana arrangement; a tall vase for a Nageire arrangement.
For beginners… A low-rise container with flat base
Pair of scissors for cutting plant stems
Small bowl for cutting stems underwater
Small Towel to periodically wipe water off your scissors so that it won’t rust
Kenzan if you are working on a Moribana arrangement.
For beginners… Be sure that you have Kenzan
Sogetsu Textbook 1・2, 3・4, or 5
For beginners…Sogetsu Textbook 1・2 (Please email me at akemi@iloveikebana.com if you would like to purchase one)

Also for beginners… Make sure you watch the video Ikebana Tutorial Video: Basic Upright Style Moribana (Sogetsu Textbook 1, Lesson 1) prior to the class

Fees

The fee for the class is $20, payable on registration.
The registration deadline is two days prior to the class.

Link to Schedule and Registration

Class Cancellation and Refund Policies

Demand for the classes is high. If a student cancels the registration without giving enough notice, it limits another student from participating in the class.

Please email akemi@iloveikebana.com at least 2 days prior to the class to notify us of cancellations in order to receive a full refund. No refund will be given If you cancel within 2 days of the class. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Schedule

All the class schedules are according to US Pacific Prevailing Time.

You can register for any or all classes, by clicking each date.

Online

Whidbey Island

Seattle