Kokedama: Hanging Garden
bringing the garden indoors
Workshop Overview
On a visit to Australia a few years ago, I fell in love with the shop displays in Burleigh Heads that included suspended string plants. I found out that these were ‘kokedama’; a centuries old form of garden art that originated in Japan and similar to the technique of bonsai. The trend is growing in the UK and hanging indoor gardens are fun to make. Come and join us a make your very own kokedama. This workshop also makes a lovely gift if you are looking for an unusual present.
What You Will Learn
During this workshop, you will:
- Explore the Japanese art of kokedama :
- Discuss the selection of plants most suited to kokedama;
- Discuss the tools, equipment and materials required for kokedama;
- Follow health and safety procedures;
- Make a kokedama using moss;
- Make a kokedama using coconut matting; and
- Discuss the care of your kokedama.
What You Take Home
At the end of this workshop, you will take home two hand finished kokedama using moss and coconut matting techniques.
Important Details
The Rural Skills Centre will provide:
- All materials and equipment to make your kokedama;
- Tea/Coffee and lots of cake;
- Parking; and
- Accessible facilities.
Suitability
Adults with an interest in the Japanese art of kokedama. No previous experience is required. The workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those with previous experience of gardening.
Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Tea and biscuits on arrival, registration and welcome |
| 10:15 | Coconut matting Kokedama demonstration |
| 10:30 | Make your coconut matting Kokedama |
| 11:15 | Tea and cake |
| 11:30 | Moss Kokedama demonstration |
| 11:45 | Make your moss kokedama |
| 12:30 | Make a macrame hanging basket for your Kokedama |
| 13:00 | Workshop finishes |
Tutors
This workshop is taught by Gill and Kate from the Rural Skills Centre.
