Ikebana Tips by Junko #11: alternatives to kenzan pin-holders pt 4

The last in my short series about alternatives to using kenzan pin-holders for arranging Ikenobo Ikebana. This tip covers two raditional methods that are still often used and very useful.

[@louisestaats234]

Who is the speaker? She has a perfect voice for teaching/ demonstrating Ikebana style.

[@ikebanabyjunko]

Thank you! All our videos are Junko speaking.

[@barbaramcintosh4360]

Very good stabilizer for placement of material. Great idea!

[@100safdar]

Hello. Very helpful way of explanation.. i love these japanese flower arrangements.. thank u junko once again

[@ikebanabyjunko]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@trinitytallo2009]

What do you call this sticks that you're using? So, i know what to purchase. Thank you for the tips. Thank you for sharing. It's good to know.

[@ikebanabyjunko]

Hi Trinity, These are plastic straw or real straw. Plastic can be reused often as it doesn't rot or smell. I re-use these a lot and they last for years, but real straw is much more environmentally friendly.

[@e-nglish635]

Thank you!

[@lilianlopezconde8691]

Thank you for this video !!!

[@ikebanabyjunko]

Pleased that you enjoyed it!

[@laurecraft]

Great idea, thank you. 😊

[@ikebanabyjunko]

You’re welcome 😊

[@andrewnoden9117]

Hello, this is Andrea here... what kind of straws are you using? Is there a specific name? Thank you.

[@ikebanabyjunko]

Hello Andrew, these straws actually plastic. Traditionally proper straw was used, but it can get a bit smelly after a few uses, so plastic is more practical. These particular straws I buy in Japan specially, but you could use thin drinking straws, either plastic or paper. Hope that helps. Junko

[@veroniquelatelier6653]

thank's for sharing!

[@mariamercedesdegranja3]

Very beautifull

[@ikebanabyjunko]

Thank you!

[@JHBBrown-xx1vp]

Beautiful

[@ikebanabyjunko]

Thank you