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Experience the Way of Flowers
Join our hands-on workshops and demonstrations — a journey into the beauty, discipline, and mindfulness of Kado.
LESSONS
The Teacher will notify each student of the fees associated with each class and schedule.
If you live outside the above areas Sensei Margy and Sensei Elizabeth offer Zoom lessons.

SW Florida
Contact Sensei Margy at keirandesigns@fastmail.com

Northern Virgina / DC
Contact Sensei Elizabeth at

Western PA/Northern Maryland
Contact Sensei Ellen at
STEM,STILLNESS AND GRATITUDE through Ikebana
Discover the art of slowing down through Stem, Stillness, and Gratitude, a six-lesson ikebana workshop series that blends mindful creativity with the beauty and wisdom of nature. Through intentional floral design, participants will explore observation, balance, movement, natural patterns, and self-expression while cultivating calm, embracing imperfection, and deepening gratitude for both the creative process and the natural world.
Dates:
- Thursday, November 19, 2026
- Thursday, December 17, 2026
- Thursday, January 28, 2027
- Thursday, February 25, 2027
- Thursday, March 25, 2027
- Thursday, April 22, 2027
Fee: $65 per workshop or $325 if you sign up for all 6
Classes and Certificates
Classes and Certificates are offered for Beginner through Teacher level
*Fees are charged for each level*
Sensei Margy's Classes
3rd Wednesday year round
Tarpon Cove Community Center Naples, Florida
Equipment List
The following equipment will be needed to start your lessons:
Each new student will be required to buy the beginner textbook
#1
Ikebana scissors: It is recommended that students invest in high-quality Ikebana scissors, also known as "Hashmi", as they play a critical role in the art form.
#2
3 1/2 “ or 4” Kenzan also know as a pin frog. Two will be required in some designs. The second Kenzan can be smaller.
#3
Low flat container ( 10” or 12” round or 12” or 14” long rectangle) at least 2” high. All Moribana lessons in the Beginner’s Textbook can be done in one of these container. Nageire lessons will need a tall vase. The teacher will help with finding the correct container.
#4
Bucket or container big enough to hold your flowers, Kenzan with flowers or the whole container.
Small whisk brush to clean up your work space and/or a small towel to place under your container while working.
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