Why Kokedama Workshops Are Worth Doing

Kokedama isn’t just a craft - it’s a connection with living plants and mindful making. Attending a workshop helps you:

• Learn an ancient planting technique with modern indoor appeal
  
  
• Gain confidence with plant care through expert teaching
  
  
• Build creative skills in design, balance and structure
  
  
• Make lasting plant art to decorate your home or give as a gift
  
  
• Enjoy a social, hands-on experience with fellow plant lovers
  
  

These classes are suitable for all levels - no experience needed. With personalised guidance, you’ll learn how to care for your kokedama long after the workshop ends.

What to Expect in a Kokedama Class

• Introduction to Kokedama:

Understand the history and basics of kokedama - why it works, how it’s structured, and what makes it unique compared to traditional potting.

• Materials Included:

Workshops include all essentials: plants suitable for kokedama, moss, soil mix, twine, tools and workspace setup so you can focus on creating without fuss.

• Step-by-Step Instruction:

An instructor guides you through preparing the soil, wrapping the roots and moss correctly, securing the ball, and finishing with neat wraps and styling.

• Care Tips:

You’ll learn how to water your kokedama, check moisture, and choose the ideal light and placement so your moss ball plant thrives.

• Take-Home Creation:

You leave with the kokedama you’ve made - a living piece of art ready to display, hang or gift.

Frequently Asked Questions - Kokedama Workshops & Classes

What is a kokedama workshop?

It’s a hands-on class where participants learn to build a kokedama - a plant whose roots are wrapped in soil and moss to form a decorative ball - with guided instruction and materials provided.

Do I need any experience to join?

No - workshops are designed for all levels. Instructors walk you through every step, so beginners can create with confidence.

Where are the classes held?

Workshops are hosted in Brighton in a welcoming studio setting. Specific session details and dates are included on the class listing.

What do I take home?

You take home the kokedama you make during the workshop - ready to display or gift.

How long is a typical class?

Most kokedama workshops last long enough for you to build your moss ball, style it and learn care basics - typically a couple of hours, depending on the session.

Can I book a workshop as a gift?

Yes - kokedama classes make thoughtful gifts for plant lovers, creative friends, couples or anyone who enjoys hands-on experiences.

Will I learn how to care for my kokedama?

Yes - each workshop includes care guidance, including watering, light preferences and how to keep the plant healthy over time.

Is this suitable for group bookings?

Absolutely - many people book with friends, family or as part of group activities. Workshops are social, creative and designed for shared experiences.

Our Promise

At Between Two Thorns, our kokedama workshops are designed to be accessible, creative and inspiring. Each class gives you quality materials, expert instruction, and the chance to build something beautiful and botanical with your own hands. Whether you’re deepening your plant knowledge, trying a new craft, or enjoying a day out with like-minded creatives, our kokedama courses help you learn, make and grow with confidence.