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The true meaning of Ikebanathe traditional Japanese art of flower arrangementis to take a few beautiful flowers and plants and tastefully present them in very simple containers to enhance home decor. The 53 elegant arrangements featured in Japanese Ikebana for Every Season are perfect for special occasionsMothers Day, Valentines Day, birthday, anniversaryor any event that calls for a flower bouquet. The key to good Ikebana arrangements is to understand a few very simple principleslike the idea of mitate, seeing old things with new eyesand to learn a few easy techniques to stabilize and support plants inside a vase or container. Using common flowers and plants from the garden, a nearby field or forest, or the local florist, anyone can easily create these lovely Ikebana in just a few minutes.