Ikebana arrangements

HILDE is a modern event and wedding planner in the UK, offering services across the country and Europe. Known for artful, contemporary and design-led experiences.

Ikebana is a lot more than just a beautiful way of arranging flowers. It teaches patience, respect and helps us connect to nature on a deeper level.

I have always been fascinated by the art of Ikebana, the Japanese floral arrangement. It is amazing how such simple yet elegant flower arrangements can bring

I'm Ekaterina Seehaus and this is the story of how ikebana – an ancient Japanese floral art – became my dynamic meditation of choice, and how it helped me balance the competing demands of the life of a working parent.

Ikebana is a beautiful technique for creating striking floral arrangements that can be simple or more elaborate. Claire Holland explains why it can also be beneficial to your well-being