Kokedamas: Create Natural Moss Pots

A course by Omotesandō Plants , Specialists in Kokedama and Glass-bowl Gardens

Specialists in Kokedama and Glass-bowl Gardens. Barcelona, Spain.
Joined February 2021

Bring nature into your home by making a handmade moss pot with this Japanese technique

97% positive reviews (193)
5,116 students
Audio: Spanish, English
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Bring nature into your home by making a handmade moss pot with this Japanese technique

The art of the kokedama, or 'moss ball', originated in Japan and dates back more than 500 years. The decorative creations of Joan Català, founder of Omotesandō, take their inspiration from this technique, combining all-natural products with modern designs.

In this course, explore this meditative activity that's rich in history as you make your very own kokedama. Learn how to make natural moss pots using this hundred-year-old artisanal craft and add color to your home.

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What will you learn in this online course?

14 lessons & 26 downloads

Materials
5 minutes, 30 seconds
Prepare the Substrate
7 minutes, 8 seconds
Elaboration of the Ball
11 minutes, 13 seconds
Work with the Moss
9 minutes, 16 seconds
  • 97% positive reviews (193)
  • 5,116 students
  • 14 lessons (1h 26m)
  • 26 additional resources (14 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish, English
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Make your own natural kokedama moss pot.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Plant lovers who would like to try out this Japanese technique.

Requirements and materials

No previous knowledge is necessary. Just enthusiasm to get crafty.

To take this course, you'll need a plant, moss, thread, mineral substrate, and akadama or similar (your teacher will explain more during the course).


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5,116 Students
193 Reviews
97% Positive ratings

Omotesandō Plants

A course by Omotesandō Plants

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Specialists in Kokedama and Glass-bowl Gardens

Joan Català is the founder of Omotesandō Plants, kokedama specialists. He explains that Omotesandō is the product of a love of plants, the desire to start something new, and a trip to Japan. Their kokedamas have appeared in publications such as AD and have been used to decorate hotels like the Mandarin Oriental in Barcelona.

Kokedama means 'ball of moss'. This Japanese technique is more than 500 years old and uses moss to create an entirely natural plant pot. Omotesandō seeks to use this technique to bring a piece of nature into every home.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Influences
  • U2

    Kokedamas

    • Introduction to Kokedamas
    • History of Kokedamas
    • Materials
    • Plants to Work with in Kokedama
  • U3

    Making the Kokedama

    • Prepare the Substrate
    • Preparing Our Plant
    • Elaboration of the Ball
    • Work with the Moss
    • Work with the Thread and Finishing Touch
  • U4

    Finishing Your Kokedama

    • Kokedama Care
    • Decoration with Kokedamas
    • How to Show Your Kokedamas on Social Networks
  • FP

    Final project

    • Kokedamas: Create Natural Moss Pots

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Kokedamas: Create Natural Moss Pots . Craft course by Omotesandō Plants

Kokedamas: Create Natural Moss Pots

A course by Omotesandō Plants
Specialists in Kokedama and Glass-bowl Gardens. Barcelona, Spain.
Joined February 2021
  • 97% positive reviews (193)
  • 5,116 students