Setsuko Yanagisawa
Yuga Floral Design
Floristry Teacher
4.9 (186)
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PROFILE
I am a passionate qualified florist and teacher, with over 15 years of experience in floristry. I am the founder of Yuga Floral Design in Glebe.
I am specialised in Japanese (Ikebana) and European styles of arrangement. My work expresses a contemporary marriage between the exquisitely refined traditions of Japanese floral art Ikebana, and the vibrant textures and colours of Australia. I regularly provide flower arrangements for Sydney University, Sydney restaurants like Masuya Group, weddings, and more.
My Ikebana journey started at a young age, with the Ikebana that my mother created with flowers picked from the fields and gardens around our home, and has continued and evolved ever since.
Flowers to heal your soul.
Let's arrange flowers.
I am specialised in Japanese (Ikebana) and European styles of arrangement. My work expresses a contemporary marriage between the exquisitely refined traditions of Japanese floral art Ikebana, and the vibrant textures and colours of Australia. I regularly provide flower arrangements for Sydney University, Sydney restaurants like Masuya Group, weddings, and more.
My Ikebana journey started at a young age, with the Ikebana that my mother created with flowers picked from the fields and gardens around our home, and has continued and evolved ever since.
Flowers to heal your soul.
Let's arrange flowers.
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Chloe Pierre
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Lovely teacher for an intro to floral arrangements. Quality flowers and foliage provided. Good fun!
Leigh Graham
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Great lesson in Japanese traditional Ikebana floral arranging.Setsuko was informative very kind and very creative. Loved the brief history lesson too Highly recommended and we got to take our creations home.
Lisa Mak
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Ms Setsuko is a lovely and elegant lady. It was a beautiful Sunday morning, Where Setsuko gave us some background history on Ikebana, we then made 2 arrangements. Even my hubby who has no art/floral experience was able to enjoy the class!
Classes are kept small and sanitisers were provided, which is a plus at this certain time. Would highly recommend :)
Joy Middledorp
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was interesting with a background briefing of Japan and its traditions. The practice and teaching was wonderful and I would love to do it for hours. Using natural materials and needing few tools makes Ikebana
a creative and sustainable practice.
Le Wilson
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko is amazing , so patient and works magic making the beautiful flowers come to life. Great selection of flowers and Under Setsuko guidance the arrangements became something to be proud of
Rebecca Felix
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
I would recommend this workshop to anyone. The teacher was very knowledgeable and the classes were small enough that we had great one on one time with the teacher.
The teacher explained the process of flowering arranging in depth and provided some great tips and tricks. The flowers were fresh and a great variety of colours were provided.
Maggie Lu
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was a great experience learning the ikebana with Setsuko! She was friendly and most importantly the flowers arranged by her were so pretty, elegant and calming.
The class was conducted in her flower shop, so we were surrounded by flowers and plants.
I think it’s a great way to relax and learn some Japanese ikebana skills :)
Lee Corbett
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Could not fault anything. Setsuko was very knowlegable and a very warm teacher. Most certainly recommend the class. Thank you Setsuko.
Madeleine Baxendale
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
We booked this class for our cousin's birthday. Setsuko was a lovely teacher, the studio was very welcoming and had a lovely vibe and the lesson was lots of fun! Setsuko was very good at explaining each arrangement and we took our time creating our floral masterpieces. It was a lovely morning and we would definitely recommend this class.
Tima Carden
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was great. The teacher was experienced and friendly. I enjoyed learning about Japan and the ikebana traditions. Since I did the class I have been enjoying doing ikabana flower arrangements at home.
Carmen Glenister
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Class was great Learned a lot. Teacher was thorough. Would refer this class to anyone. The end result arrangements were beautiful
Lu Qin
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It is a lovely class that I had a amazing afternoon with the teacher. Thanks for sharing ur knowledge with me. The class and the the process when I was matching and touching those beautiful flowers, which makes me calm and peaceful. Thank u so much.
Iain Wang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Really enjoyed this class. Went as part of a work function and it allowed us all to just escape for a few hours and re-connect with nature and our artistic sides. Highly recommend!
Belinda Taylor
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Wonderful teacher great experience and explained everything really well. Worked with some beautiful flowers and created a lovely bouquet I got to take home
Louise Vuren
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Great workshop, we made two arrangements and got lots of tips and extra demonstrations of ikebana. The teacher was very welcoming and friendly, we could take our flowers home at the end. Such a relaxing and creative afternoon
Sunisa Janekarn
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Teacher Setsuko is very professional and have lots of knowledge. The atmosphere is very relaxed, friendly class environment. This is good experience to try once and you will love it!
Gracie Guan
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Excellent class, lovely afternoon spent with Setsuko talking us through ikebana processes. Highly Recommend. Thank you!
Grace Shin
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Amazing class! I enjoyed a lot. It gave me more than I expected in every aspect. Very talented and kind teacher! Thanks a lot.
Michelle Ang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
There’s an air of calmness to Setsuko, which put me at ease the moment I stepped into her studio. Before her demonstrations, she gave us a short glimpse of the history and philosophy of Ikebana. I appreciated the fact that she didn't intervene or interrupt us while we were working on our arrangement. When we were done, she gave useful feedback and added slight touches to enhance what was already there. We used different variety of flowers and foliage for each arrangement which was great, because it gave me a chance to play with different flower shapes, heights and textures. The fact that we could bring the flowers home after class was another great plus point. Some of the flowers used for the workshop were not commonly sold at flower shops. The venue was small and cosy, just right for a small group workshops. 3 key things I learnt about Ikebana from Setsuko: 1) Triangle (Heaven, Man, Earth) 2) Less is more and 3) Depth and space – remember to let your flowers breathe. Looking forward to book another class with her again!
Yueli An
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Our teacher Ms Yanagisawa is very friendly and patient. The place is cute and easy to find. I gained a lot from the w0rkshop and truly enjoyed the process.
Yuna Lee
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
“Flowers to heal your soul” - Setsuko
A beaut experience making not one but two ikebana arrangements. The knowledge Setsuko imparts on you is so meaningful. Will absolutely be going back.
Jody Jackson
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
I was absolutely honoured to be given the opportunity to learn from Yuga. She is very patient and took the time to show me a number of different styles be for allowing me to play with the flowers myself. She provided me with good advice on how to improve and I definitely feel as though I learnt a lot. She had a good variety of foliage and flowers to work with and allowed me to make my own creative choices. I will definitely be coming back next time I am in Sydney
Margot Latham
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Wonderful teacher. Quaint atmosphere full of gorgeous flowers. Calming but inspirational. Would recommend to everyone.
Cassandra Sxully
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I absolutely loved the workshop! Setsuko was a very informed and patient trainer. The product was beautiful and fresh and the lessons learned, super valuable. I will be sure to tell others about it!
Pip Lee
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko is delightful, warm and provided concise but effective instructions in our introduction to Ikebana.
Annalisse Hunt
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Beautiful class learning about traditional Japanese flower arranging! I got this for my mum for her birthday and we both loved it, it was such a nice and creative way to spend time together and the flowers we used were stunning. Setsuko has such a wonderful spirit and is a great teacher.
Idil Abdullahi
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I enjoyed every minute of the workshop. Thank you Setsuko for the wonderful introduction to Ikebana. I can’t recommend it enough xx
Sowjanya Pasunuri
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Setsuko is very experienced teacher. She provided information about seasonal flowers. The place is very peaceful and aesthetic. I took so many good pictures
Katina Irwan
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
the class was laid back , relaxed and very informative. I thoroughly enjoy the 2 hours and went hope happy with my own bouquet Setsuko was very friendly and patient in teaching us the ways of properly making a bouquet.
Nanda Almeida
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I have been wanting to learn Ikebana since high school and after 30+ years i finally did it and i am glad i did. It was group of 4 people in the class and it was so much fun. The teacher is a very pleasant person and was very helpful. I could see that she knows what she is talking about and has a knack for the flowers/arrangement. We learnt 2 arrangements and was very happy to take home and display. Overall it was a memorable experience.
Sara Tononi
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
My husband and I had a great afternoon surrounded by flowers learning Ikebana flower arrangement, sipping sencha Japanese tea. It was great learning from Setsuko. The class was very informative and she gave one by one feedback. We loved this class and we absolutely recommend it.
Seul Lee
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I have learnt not only Ikebana Flower arrangements but so much about Japanese history & culture, the class was amazing, relaxing and enjoyable
Giovanni Durso
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The teacher was lovely and very informative.
The flower shop venue is pretty its the perfect place to focus and learn about how flowers look.
Good value for money, we definitely have a new appreciation for decorative flowers, leaves, and greenery.
Kylie Jackson
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Had a great time with Setsuko. Really enjoyable class, calming and quite meditative. Great to flex our creativity with help from a passionate and experienced ikebana master. Highly recommend.
Dolores Doran
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I absolutely enjoyed the workshop this morning. I felt that I learnt so much in an easy and supportive environment. I am stimulated to try to do more in this style.
Charisse Low
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I enjoyed Setsuko’s explanation of the background to Ikebana and using the concepts of line, shape and flow to the arrangement. She was extremely patient and not overbearing, creating a very satisfying and inspiring class!
Madeline Batori
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
I attended a class this morning with 3 other people and it was amazing! The teacher, Yugo, was so sweet and super attentive! There were so many flowers for us to choose from and the smell in the room was great. Yugo was very helpful, offering suggestions where needed. I would 100% recommend this class, definitely worth the money!
Qiqi Tang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was amazing with an elegant Japanese teacher. I enjoyed the class and felt peaceful while arranging flowers. Its an impressive experience.
Andree Wright
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A wonderful window on Japanese culture & traditions & we learned many useful tips for creating beautiful Ikebana arrangements at home. A great afternoon out.
Anru Chen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Overall it's great~ love the Japanese style flower arranging. Love to hear more professional knowledge and tips about the flower arranging.
Janice So
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Lovely afternoon learnt a lot about balance and this Ikebana style of flower arranging. Very knowledgeable and passionate teacher Setso! Did 2 arrangements myself and also demonstrations
Fiona Cui
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko is very knowledgeable and articulate in explaining the art of Ikebana. Had a good time and will definitely recommend friends to try!
Karina Arakel
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
What a fantastic class! The teacher was very informative and friendly. It was a great way to learn something new and meet new people, highly recommend!
Le Wilson
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Really special morning and I absolutley loved the two arrangements we created .
Setsuko was so helpful and I can’t wait to go back
Kyla Kohler
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko, was a very calm and peaceful teacher. She has very beautiful flower shop that has the sweetest of flower smells.
The place was full of interesting branches, flowers and leafs to choose from.
It was a very lovely 2 hours to escape into something creative
Dorinda An
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was well structured, relaxing and great fun. The teacher is very attentive and gives timely constructive feedback to everyone. I had a great time and will use my new skills soon.
Alice Thachasongtham
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I enjoyed it very much and even feel like learning Ikebana with Setsuko sensei further! highly recommend for those who want to regain mindfullness and focus.
Karen Lancaster
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Excellent value course. Setsuko our teacher gave enough information but not too much. We tried 2 designs and I was very pleased and enthused with what I learnt in 2 hours.
Kym Pham
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was small and very fun! We made two arrangements and was taught a little bit of history. At the end she showed us different ways we can do arrangements and more modern take on ikebana. Very attentive teacher!
Alexandra Papas
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was an amazing teacher and helped us create beautiful arrangements. The class was held in her lovely little shop and we were treated with tea and sweets. She provided us with fresh flowers from the markets, which we were able to take home afterwards.
Jen Nowiczewski
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Ikebana with Setsuko was delightful. On entering the cosy, sweet smelling flower shop, you start to get a sense of simplicity and beauty. Class was fun and well instructed and left me with a desire to do more of this wonderful pastime.
Thoroughly wonderful!
Setsuko also had a special area for us to take photos of our finished art!
Cass Houlihan
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I highly recommend this great class. Setsuko is a wonderful teacher, putting the whole class at ease, greeting us with green tea and red bean cake. I joined the class with my mum and sister for a girls afternoon and we had a great time making two Ikebana arrangements under the encouraging of of Setsuko. Highly recommend.
Donna Thomas
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
An authentic teacher and a gentle introduction to Ikebana in a calm and beautifully fragrant workroom. Setsuko is clearly very knowledgeable and talented. More time on the history and principles of Ikebana would have been even more interesting. Her demonstrations and explanations for slight changes to the placement of plants in our arrangements helped our understanding. A very interesting two hours. Thank you Setsuko.
Irene Somera
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Lots of flower variety was provided. The teacher clearly shared her 1 technique or main principle to apply with the flower bouquet arrangement. She completed the steps till packaging or wrapping. The,quality of flowers ab, rest if materials are of at par quality. The class though ended quickly. We could have used the remaining time to learn more ideas or have a 2nd go of practice. Though the instructor has explained that it varies or is dependent on the pace of the students.
Jocelyn Blair
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Really enjoyed the class. Made us all realise that you can create amazing designs with only a few flowers. You don't even need to spend money on flowers. Just use some from your garden. Highly recommend the class for those who love a flower arrangment that you can afford to have everyday! All you need is a pair of scissors,a nice vase & the kenza block.
Maureen Cable
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I absolutely enjoyed this class. Satsuka was very warm and informative.
I would recommend this class to my friends.
The class was a gift.
I would love to learn more about Ikebana.
Jonathan Mok
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was a wonderful experience. Our teacher was lovely and we were able to make some beautiful flower arrangements.
Di Wang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I really enjoyed a great afternoon with Setsuko Sennsei. She was friendly and kind, and was always there to help you with your work. We started with the background of ikebana flowers in Japan, then learnt two different ways of arranging ikebana flowers. We have plenty of time to complete our own works. Great teacher, great class, great time!
Charlene O’sullivan
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It is a beautiful venue and we worked with equally beautiful flowers! The teacher was very knowledgeable and helpful! A very tranquil class!
Rebecca
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
This class was a great introduction to ikebana flower arranging and I really enjoyed it. The arrangements were simple to follow and the whole process was very relaxing.
Lynne Jackson
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Wonderful class with a fun and interesting teacher. We made 3 different displays from gorgeous flowers and also got to take them home. Excellent class.
Janine Caburian
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
We went to Setsuko's ikebana class as a gift for my mum's birthday who has been wanting to do an ikebana class for ages, and it did not disappoint! Setsuko was a wonderful teacher and we had a really great time learning how to arrange and maintain balance in our ikebana arrangements. We got to use lovely spring flowers and take them home, and it was really a great experience! Highly recommended.
Chan Wah
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Very good class in which I learnt 3 beautiful ikebana in one lesson :)
Tracy Marshment
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I really enjoyed this class. As a novice when it comes to flower arranging I was not sure what to expect. Teaching on Ikebana flower arranging was excellent and everyone in the class was able to make three wonderful displays. It was very relaxing working on the displays. I will be recommending this to my friends.
Sophia Solanki
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A lovely, peaceful and creative way to spend your Saturday morning. The class was an absolute delight and the teacher very friendly and kind. We made 3 arrangements and learnt different presentation styles. An awesome experience!
Scott Lee
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
This class was magical and beautiful. To learn from a true expert in Japanese flower making. I would highly recommend it for a different day out. Where art meets flowers meets beauty.
Sasha Valdez
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Comfortable and welcoming workshop. Setsuko sensei was very knowledgeable and friendly! Will be back to take another class.
Grace Shen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was really fun and informative. Setsuko was knowledgeable and helpful. It’s my first ikebana class and I really enjoyed it, the set up, vibe and other students were also very delightful. It’s a great mindfulness exercise and I highly recommend it!
Justine Tran
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was a great day - I really enjoyed the class and Setsuko-san was very friendly and helpful.
We got to learn 3 different styles of arranging and even take home the flowers. I loved it.
The complimentary drink was nice too, and the class size was just right so she can help us equally.
Thank you!
Sarah Bowman
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Such a great class! Setsuko was very friendly and showed me some great techniques to basket arrangements. Also got to take home the beautiful table display
Susan Ritchie
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Teacher was great, venue good, choice of flowers for class was excellent, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, it was also a great birthday present for my daughter who also enjoyed the class and looks forward to more. The teacher was obviously very experienced and we got to take the flowers home and practice what we had learned. The free coffee was a bonus we did not expect. Cannot thank you enough for a lovely morning.
Sophie Penkethman-Young
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Class was really helpful and taught me lots. It was a relaxing way to start my weekend and I got to keep the flowers!
Wendy Stahel
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I loved this class - spending 2 hours amongst flowers in a flower shop for a start was just lovely! Setsuko was a patient and gentle teacher No pressure just an enjoyable relaxing experience Thank you
Carole
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Thoroughly enjoyable class in a relaxed setting. Fun way to spend the afternoon learning something creative. Thank you Setsuko for making it fun and enjoyable.
Zehua
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The teacher was wonderful. She gave students very good guidance and encouragement. Students have learnt the history of Japanese flower arrangement and three different flower arrangements by using seasonal flowers. A very impressive and enjoyable experience.
Yuekang Hu
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The teacher is really friendly and patient. We learned three different flower arrangement, which were really pretty and interesting.
Jenny Thammavongsa
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was so lovely, the class was so much fun! It’s an easy to find location with lots of parking, and the workshop is beautiful. We got to choose from a range of vases and created 3 flower arrangements which all look beautiful together when you put them in a bouquet to take home.
Amelia Cai
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Such a enjoyable class. The instructor is very patient and lovely. She has good skills to make my arrangements even better.
My friend and I had a very relaxing time. We will come back again!
Marilina Ripoll
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was a wonderful teacher! The class was intimate and fun! Gorgeous seasonal flowers to play around with
Stephanie
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Loved the class, I bought it as a birthday present for my mum and we both enjoyed it. Setsuko provided feedback so felt like we got a lot out of it and we were able to take the fresh flowers we used home with us.
Gabriela González
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Was an awesome experience! Definitely recommended it and I can’t wait to go back
Sasha
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was absolutely enjoyable!
I will definitely join again.
Friendly and relaxing.
Nikola
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I loved everything about this class. It was the best way to start off a Saturday morning. The teach is amazing and has so much knowledge and even gave a history lesson on Japan.
Wendy
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I enjoyed the class very much. The teacher explained a bit about history of ikebana in Japan, Coffee was offered and all materials supplied and could take flowers used in the lesson home. We made three different designs of ikebana and the teacher was helpful and guided us on our displays. Will defiintelty go back again.
Karen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was great fun arranging the flowers and Setsuko was very encouraging and easy to talk to- it’s a lovely way to spend some time.
Nicola Tuckwell
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The ikebana workshop was a birthday gift for my mum and she loved it! Mum deemed it as 2 of the best hours she'd ever spent.
Setsuko was kind enough to change our original date due to illness and we were so glad not to have missed out!
Setsuko's experience and love for her craft shone through in her presentation so her session was very engaging.
The flowers we were given to work with were gorgeous and brightened both mum and my own living spaces for nearly 2 weeks after the workshop. I would highly recommend Ikebana with Setsuko.
Jenny Hanssen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was amazing, I learned so much from her from our first session. Will come back for more.
Linda Gorman
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Interesting and knowledgeable teacher. Friendly and welcoming. Beautiful design work, good feedback and well organized.
Regina Haertsch
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Great value - excellent instruction. Beautiful flowers and comfortable venue. Lots of fun Thank you very much
Val Smith
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Grt venue. Fabulous amount of people present. Teacher very friendly and helpful.
Fabulous to try two different experiences - depth and width
Pawan Harpalani
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was amazing experience learning the art of Ikebana flower arrangement with Setsuko. She was lovely and shared with us good tips for beginner's step to Ikebana. She is a great storyteller I think, and she took us back in time with her childhood memories which helped connect and make the class more purposeful. The classroom is set in the flower shop itself which Setsuko runs and made for pleasant and inspiring setting for this class. I enjoyed the class very much.
The only feedback I could possibly have is that there were no hand towel or napkins to wipe the hands, since one works a lot with water during the class it would be helpful to offer some hand towels or tissues or paper towel etc.
Caroline Yeh
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Totally absorbing, and inspiring class. The instructor clearly knowledgeable and able to share the principles involved. Constructive feedback respectful of student's intentions.
Janice Lang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Although the class was supposed to be a group class, on arrival the teacher was still very happy to go ahead one on one and was very positive and informative.
I would highly recommend this teacher and activity.
Thank you Setsuko, sincerely,
Shannon Lang
Rafia Hussain
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
She is such a lovely teacher! Looooved the class. And got to learn a lot from her. Highly recommend
Kay Wilhelm
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was gracious and welcoming. She gave us some background to Japanese history and showed us how to do 2 arrangements and we ended up with pretty good attempts. We got to take the flowers home. It was fun and very mindful.
Esther Toland
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was good giving us a brief historical background of the concept of Ikebana.
It was nice be able to create our arrangements and them have them reviewed by her with very useful feedback and tips.
Tim Short
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A really great teacher, venue and class. Setsuko took the time to frame Ikebana within the Japanese historical context. Good value.
Sharon Coles
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Excellent teacher, great class. A wonderful way to spend the afternoon learning and understanding it in the context of Japanese culture
Thu Macfarlane
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Good class, nice teacher, nice shop a very relaxing experience. We learnt not only how to arrange flowers Ikebana style but also its history though briefly.
Stephanie Mok
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko has a beautiful floral studio and provided a very beautiful selection of flowers for the class. I appreciated the one on one feedback for each student's arrangement.
Patpai Suwannasit
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko's approach to teaching is simple yet effective. The structure of the class is well balanced between the theory and practice of Ikebana. She is ambitious and, I could feel, wants her students to do well. The flowers combining with Setsuko's personalities make the class highly refreshing and therapeutic.
Her flower shop is beautiful and heavenly cool in contrast to the extreme summer heat outsides the building. The materials are well-prepared
The class is a perfect remedy for everyday stress.
Julie Shannon
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I throughly enjoyed the ikebana class. Setsuko gave clear demonstrations but also encouraged you to find your own style and creativity.
Lara Ho
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Teacher was knowledgeable. Learnt about Japanese Ikebana floral arrangements. Material was all provided for and it was a fun and interesting afternoon.
Steph Krueger
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Setsuko's class was lots of fun. She was an excellent teacher and the classroom was just beautiful. I really enjoyed my morning and the beautiful bouquet!
Etsuko Yoshida
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was such a nice quality Saturday afternoon learning flower arrangement playing with fresh seasonal flowers. The teacher was very knowledgeable and friendly.
I’d love to take another class if there’s a chance. I highly recommend to anyone who’s interested in Japanese traditional flower arrangement.
Francis Huang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was great, gave us a history of where, why and how.
Venue was great, filled with flower and a beautiful setting.
Chang Liu
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It’s soooo much fun. We had a good time. Setsuko is a very lovely teacher. Thank you.
Jessica Lay
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was lovely and told us about the history of Ikebana before we started getting hands on. We had a lovely time learning about both how to do Ikebana and the meaning behind it. Setsuko’s space was beautiful as well.
Sharon Bennett
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The teacher was so knowledgeable and talented with an amazing way of transferring her knowledge.
The venue was conducive to our learning and everything we required was provided.
I would recommend this fun and affordable course to everyone.
Sandy Huang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was so great to attend this workshop and I had learned many techniques from the teacher
Seline
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko is very passionate with florist design. It was very enjoyable once you walked in the venue with different type of flowers around you. Would definetly book the class again so much to learn!
Natalia Linnik
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Setsuko is a great teacher. She gave us basic knowledge how to create beautiful bouquet. My partner enjoyed the class as well as I did myself. We spent two hours doing what we have never done before and Setsuko helped us to finalize our bouquets. Now I have 2 beautiful bouquets the one from my partner and the other I did myself
Marica Hilton
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Had a great relaxing class with Setsuko. Very knowledgeable and friendly teach. Learnt a lot about Japanese culture and history as well as ikebana
Eunice Sin
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Very enjoyable class! Small class conducted in a cosy lovely florist in Glebe. Teacher is very experienced, clearly articulated why and how we should arrange the flowers. She also gave us history of Japan plus an extensive ideas on how we could be creative when doing it ourselves in the future. Would love to come back for other classes.
Kris Moore
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Had the most amazing day learning the art of Ikebana flower arranging. Our teacher taught us some of the history and culture associated with this art. We had a lovely space to work in, using beautiful flowers and a very relaxed yet inspiring atmosphere. Just learnt so much from using the flowers and placement in the vases. We were able to make two arrangements and our teacher gave great advice and encouragement. I can’t wait to learn more! It was quite a spiritual day in many ways. Thinking of what we were creating and how we were feeling too.
Grace Lim
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Really loved the workshop! Setsuko was an absolute delight! The workshop was informative and valuable.
Anne Widjaja
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was informative and we were able to put together a few different arrangements. A beautiful form of flower arranging! May have been helpful to understand some basics of form to apply at home
Dr Aparna
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
The class was easy to engage with. A nice and small group. I learnt
some simple techniques of flower arrangements that could be used in many settings . I also got to take home a lovely bouquet. It was good value for money.
Jean Siew
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
A very fun and informative workshop! Setsuko was very friendly and patient in teaching the techniques and definitely very happy with the arrangements I made in the end :)
Trina Andriasian
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Everything about this class was just wonderful. The teacher is so lovely and she taught me so much in the 2hours to know about floristry so it was so worth it. Very enjoyable, great environment and can’t have a better way to spend my Saturday. Highly recommended to all
Jo Tai
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was a relaxing class and it will brighten up your day! Learnt different flower management skills and you can bring home your flowers too after class. I am very happy to recommend anyone to attend this class to bring some value home.
Annetta Tourta
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Loved the class. Setsuko gave us a little information about Japan and how Ikebana evolved. This was very interesting. Setsuko was very clear in her instructions and very helpful and patient. She showed us how to create something quite beautiful from very little. I recommend the Ikebana class with Setsuko. It would be a fun thing to do with a group of friends.
Annetta
Tina Wang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The venue was lovely, and Setsuko was really great. I feel like I had a good introduction to Ikebana and would continue to practice the skills at home. Definitely recommend this workshop.
Alexander Swart
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
We very much enjoyed the class and were happy with it being a bit more laid back in terms of allowing creativity rather than sticking doggedly to ikebana rules.
Paul Rankins
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Delightful afternoon in a lovely setting surrounded by flowers. Setsuko presented the class with insight and knowledge with some stunning arrangements to show. Well worth the experience.
Debbie Bourke
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
As a group of five friends we spent an enjoyable afternoon flower arranging. Highly recommend.
Mellissa Read-Devine
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
What a lovely time we had - the class was very interesting and most inspiring. Lovely venue surrounded by flowers and foliage. Thankyou to Setsuko for a lovely class.
Georgina Owens
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Excellent class - very informative and the teacher was very experienced. Would be interested in doing a follow up course.
Catherine Bishop
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
An inspiring couple of hours got to take our flowers with us (to have another go at home) Setsuko was generous and gracious with her help and comments. A really nice start which I highly recommend.
Barbara Baker
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Very fun and interesting, the teacher is really nice and I would recommend the class
Elena Gratcheva
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Great and down to earth woman, that takes her time to explain everything possible about what is carried out and involved when creating/arranging Ikebana style flowers. This is done though Japanese history and it’s unique techniques. It wasn’t just a class it was a fantastic experience. Strongly recommend
♥️Elena♥️
Kristen Smith
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Absolutely loved it, was amazing and highly recommend. Would have loved an option to purchase the bowl we used too.
Rachel Freeman
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I thoroughly enjoyed my Ikebana class . Setsuko was a great teacher , very helpful and informative. Being surrounded by flowers was very inspiring and I'm excited to continue my own Ikebana at home. Would even consider going again , Setsuko was right it is good for the soul!
Helen Spoor
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Very interesting class and really enjoyed the experience of a different type of flower arranging. Has inspired me to go on the hunt for unusual cases and try out some creations!
Maureen McFadyen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A beautiful experience.
In 2 hours I learned so much. The venue is inspiring: surrounded by flowers, my Ikebana skills took a leap forward thanks to Setsuko’s beautiful grace, experience and teaching skills.
To be repeated!
Mitee Erda
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was a wonderful experience. The teacher was very friendly and welcoming. An interactive and well-planned class.
Hannah Julius
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Excellent class! The teacher was lovely and the class was both suitable for both beginnings and more advanced florists. My only suggestion would be to give the students more freedom with their flower choice but perhaps that is a suggestion for a more advanced class! Love love loved it!
Agatha Lyons
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Great hands on demo and background thrown in. Would have been great if we got to keen the whole arrangement in the pot and all not just the flowers
Sharon Page
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Our teacher was very gentle, informative and gave great assistance. A good number (4 first time students) attended. The space wood be too small for more. All the beautiful flowers/plants were of the best quality and we got to take them home. This was great as we could try and "rebuild" our arrangements at home. I can't believe how much I learnt in such a small amount of time. The gentle urgeing from our teacher with her demonstrations of shape, height. balance, texture, etc was very enlightening.
Dr Luck
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A fabulous class! Setsuko was a lovely and kind teacher and was passionate about her craft. She was welcoming and accommodating and left us with tips that we can take away with us to create our own arrangements in future building on what we learned in class. It was also great that Setsuko took the time to explain the cultural background to us to begin the class and also to share her immense general floristry knowledge with us. I would highly recommend this class!
Julie Wood
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
What a delightful way to spend an Saturday afternoon - surrounded by flowers and learning the art and brief history of Ikebana with Setsuko, our teacher. Less is definitely more when creating a Ikebana arrangement. Great class - thank you Setsuko.
Jade Macapinlac
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
The teacher has great flower arranging skills, but the 2 hours paid for was not maximised to d full. The class finished early n I was eager to learn more but after 1 bouquet arrangement that was it we could go.
Most bouquets completed were done by the teacher, so it was not hands on.
Renae Bartley
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I had a wonderful time in the class, and a great experience! I now know some basics for creating my own Japanese flower arrangements at home. The venue is in a pretty flower shop, we sat around the table and were given japanese tea and some snacks on arrival which was nice. The teacher was lovely and informative, she also gave us a brief history on Ikebana and answered any questions we had about Japan. For me the class was good value for money, I was able to learn two types of ikebana following the teacher's arrangements and then create my own arrangement using whichever flowers & vase I wanted. There were opportunities to take lots of photos, asks questions and meet new people. It's definitely a skill that i'm glad I have now, can't wait to impress everyone with my Ikebana! thank you
Melanie Reen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was very friendly and knowledgeable of Japanese History as well as flower arranging. We really enjoyed our class and learned alot. Thanks Setsuko.
Aledis Kedwell
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was excellent. She took the time to provide the historical, cultural and spiritual context of Ikebana. She explained the two arrangements, including the why, very well and gave good feedback to ensure ours were Ikebana-ish. All materials were provided, the venue was excellentoverall a great day out and great value
Chiemi Keniry
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The teacher was lovely and kind. Nice authentic green tea was served while the teacher talked about The history of Japanese Tea Ceremony. You arrange flowers in a tranquil space. Good value for money.
Joan Moffat
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The teacher was lovely really enjoyed the class.
would have like to be able to buy products to take home at reasonable prices
Lindsey Leehy
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was excellent value for money, Setsuko, was very good, and informative, the class room was great, the smell of flowers is always wonderful, i really enjoyed the challange of making my own display and was very happy to take home the flowers, would highly recommend this class
Rebeca Belling
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Our teacher was lovely and made the morning very relaxing. She showed us what to do and then helped us get to a final bouquet we were happy with. A lovely space to have the class and a great cafe next door too
Catherine Rocha
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was an engaging and patient teacher. Her studio was utterly charming and really emphasised the theme of the class. For the amount of pieces we made and flowers we used the price was more than reasonable. I highly recommend this as an introduction to ikebana and has certainly encouraged me to continue.
Richard Keys
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Teacher Setsuko is super lovely&informative.Big choice of seasonal flowers.Cosy space.Lots of fun.Highly recommend!
Jill Drilon
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The ikebana class was very enjoyable, and we were able to recreate the flower arrangements at home. Setsuko has a lovely manner and gives helpful tips and feedback. Her short background on Japanese culture and history was relevant and interesting. The class was in her beautiful flower shop,, and the flowers were really fresh and varied. We learned some principles of ikebana that we can apply to any arrangements, and learned to appreciate this art form.
Nicole Switaj
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
The teacher was fantastic, helped and guided through myself and the group on arranging the bouquet.
Laura Brabyn
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko was a great teacher - she discussed the history of Ikebana which was very interesting and then demonstrated some principles. There was so much variety of flowers and leaves to choose from and nothing seemed to be off limits. She discussed her craft with ease and provided some useful corrections to my attempts. I will look out for some other interesting classes in the future.
Kerry Naughton
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Had a great time. Had a lot of fun and also learnt the basic principles of ikebana. Setsuko is a very good teacher and explained it in a way that was easy to grasp. Would highly recommend.
Penelope Jones
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A really wonderful, relaxing experience. The shop was beautiful and the flower selection stunning. Setsuko was a patient and knowledgeable teacher who really taught the art of ikebana as a soulful experience. It was great how she also shared some Japanese history to give you context for the development of Japanese culture. I thought that it was very reasonably priced as well. Thanks for a lovely afternoon!
Felipe
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
So much fun Setsuko is sensational! We took the flower arrangement class and learned heaps. Will definitely come back to learn more! :)
Rayan Chermand
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was a great class! Recommend the Ikebana session to everyone out there. Would’ve hoped to pick up more skills, but hopefully next time! Will be back.
Sanna Axbom
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
Setsuko is a very sweet teacher and has a personal approach. She's knowledgeable and picked out a good mix of flowers for us to work with.
The class only lasted for 1.5h (we put together one bouquet each) and wasn't as informative as I would have hoped. I would have liked to get to know a few more techniques for how to make flower bouquets. Maybe the teacher was a bit busy as two separate classes ran at the same time but she also forgot to bring out the tea she offered us when the class stared.
Overall a fun experience which I can recomend for someone looking for a fun thing to do.
Leanne Croker
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Thank you Setsuko for a great class. We did three different Ikebana arrangements, learning different techniques for different flowers and styles. I am taking my blossoms home to practise! Feeling very inspired.
Craig Rowlands
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A great introduction to ikebana. The venue for the class is a florist shop and is an ideal size for 4 or 5 students.
Setsuko, the instructor, gave a short history of the art and then gave insight through practical involvement and individual encouragement.
Fabulous selection of vases, kenzan and flowers.
Natalie Lagana
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A great course, highly recommended. The teacher was very knowledgeable and made us all feel very comfortable.
Penny Vlies
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was just delightful. My friends and I did not want to go home.
I would highly recommend it.
It was a great balance between instruction and autonomy.
Very beautiful and lovely setting.
Susan Harney
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A great lesson, filled with information, demonstrations and with plenty of useful equipment provided, all in a delightful florist shop setting
A generous and most pleasant experience for myself and my two adult sons
Lucy Simpson
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Great session. Lots of fun and some great ideas to practice on at home.
Frances Zhang
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Really enjoyed this class very interesting, teacher was great!
Jennifer Whitfield
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Really lovely experience. Setsuko was friendly and informative, the setting was cosy and I now have several bouquets in my home <3
Joyce Chen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Really good. We celebrated our friend's birthday by attending the class. The teacher explained the meaning of Ikebana flower arrangement in the class. Very cozy class environment. I felt the sense of peacefulness when doing the flower arrangement.
Sue Rutledge
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A lovely morning working with flowers and foliage. Learning the basic principles of Ikebana, appreciating the simplicity and beauty in the art form. Thank you
Liz Newell
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
It was lovely being in the flower shop and I loved getting the great coffee from next door as part of the friendly service. I found the instruction clear and there was lots of hands-on. Setsuko-san was very happy to respond to my many questions. I am enthusiastic to come back and learn more!
Lauren Cheng
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was fantastic. Setsuko was excellent in demonstrating the arrangements. Highly recommended.
Jerlene Sevilla
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. With all materials provided, Setsuko guided us on how to create our own masterpiece. Being in a small group, it was easy to watch and listen to instructions. I appreciate how she observes and checks every individual's creation and gives feedbacks to ensure we do the right thing. Setsuko is very passionate and artisticand most of all she is very willing to share her knowledge and experience to newbies like me
Francisca Araya
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
The place is cozy, full of flowers and the moment I went inside I smelled the flowers and it made me feel good.
The materials were already set up, so it was easy to follow the instructions for start it.
The teacher gave as an introduction and then we start making our arrangement.
I went by public transport which is not a good alternative for this one, as the bouquet is very big for carrying on the bus.
Well, at the end was a lovely rainy morning. I felt so good that I wanted it not to end! It seemed it was short for me :)
Jeeshan
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I absolutely loved it , as I am a kinaesthetic learner I need to do things in order to learn .
I loved Setsuko and her wisdom , even being unwell she ran the class well
Maria Buenviaje
Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop
I can say that I got the essential theoretical and hands on training on basket flower arrangement from Setsuko even in just one session because she was concise in her teaching and provided constructive feedback. The session was worth it as it was not only informative but was also definitely fun!
Janet Macdonald
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I absolutely LUV'D the Ikebana class, Setsuko was beautiful, great knowledge, awesome teacher, warm & superbly helpful with her eye for detail, attention to each person in the class
Amy
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
I went with a group of 3 girls and we all enjoyed ourselves immensely In the beautiful Glebe venue where the light-filled class room is surrounded and lightly scented by fresh flowers. From the mini history lesson on where Ikebana comes in the beginning of the class to the hands-on flower arrangement with Setsuko's assistance where you can let your imagination run wild. Will definitely recommend this workshop to everyone!
Shelley
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A very enjoyable couple of hours in a lovely flower studio. The teacher was very knowledgeable and there were plenty of vases and flowers available to put the theory into practice. Definitely recommend to anyone interested in floral work.
Karen
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Setsuko began the class with a history of Ikebana. The two hours were spent using beautiful flowers and foliage, completing 3 different arrangements under the guidance of a great teacher. This class was great value for money, would recommend activity, great even if you have no experience with flowers. ( like me ) Thoroughly enjoyed it. :)
Stacey
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The class was fun and I really enjoyed it. We were given 3 chances to try different techniques with different vases. Recommended!
Hazel
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
A most interesting and creative class - three charming demonstrations by our teacher were enlightening, each creating a totally different effect.
A great lesson of less is more.
I look at containers and vases now with a very different eye.
This lesson - beautiful gift.
Jean Clarke
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
The teacher was very friendly encouraging and helpful. Venue was ideal with lots of variety of flowers and foliage and wonderful coffee. Content was just right for a beginner.
Aaron
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Friendly, interactive class. Great teacher and very good value for money
Halina
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Loved the class. Teacher is very knowledgeable and patient. I had no previous experience of ikebana but after 1class left feeling confident that I could produce something quite nice. Looking forward to doing more sessions.
Karman Lam
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Really enjoyed the class and have learned the basic ideas and skills of how to arrange the flowers
Cecilia
Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
We did Setsuko's Ikebana flower arrangement class for my friend's hen's party. The class is set in a beautiful little workshop and has a wonderful relaxing atmosphere. We were taught how to create simple and beautiful flower arrangements, and had a wonderful time.
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