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DECO Clay Craft Academy
Tropical Inspired Summer Seasonal Lessons!
Summer seasonal lessons that will immerse you in the world of tropical flowers and plants! The lessons will focus on three unique varieties: the King Protea, the stunning Medinilla Magnifica, and the exotic banana flower.
Those who select the complete lesson collection will learn how to arrange these beauties in a tall vase creating a vibrant tropical centerpiece for your home and will also delve into the art of crafting leaf stenciled framed canvas designs.
Instructors, the good news is that you can purchase the flower lessons separately if you like.
· Purchase as a complete lesson set of King Protea, Medinilla Magnifica, banana flower, arrangement lesson and stencil frame for $125.00
· Individual prices for the King Protea and Medinilla Magnifica flower lessons are listed below.
*Banana flower, arrangement lesson, and stencil frame are included in the complete lesson set only.
Each lesson will comprehensively explore the various elements that make up each flower type, guiding you through the painting and assembling process. Additionally, you'll have the convenience of transcribed instructions in English for each lesson - saving you the step of having to write down all your own notes. Just follow along and add your own helpful notes and tips for later reference. Workshop audio is spoken in Japanese.
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Learn these Unique Tropical Plant Varieties
Eligibility: Active Flower Course Instructors
Video access is available for three months from the date of initial viewing.
· King Protea Lessons: This striking flower boasts large, showy petals and a unique cone-shaped center. It’s often associated with strength and transformation.
$75.00 USD Workshop Fee
· Medinilla Magnifica Lessons: Known for its elegant pink flowers and glossy leaves, this tropical plant adds a touch of sophistication to any arrangement.
$75.00 USD Workshop Fee
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Banana Flower Lessons: The banana flower (also called banana blossom) is an intriguing choice. Its vibrant purple color and layered structure make it a captivating focal point.
*Included in complete lesson set only - Leaf Stenciled Framed Canvas Design Lessons: Our original CLAYCRAFT by DECO Plaster Clay opens up creative possibilities! Learn how to make leaf-stenciled framed canvas designs. These can accent your walls or serve as thoughtful housewarming gifts. The transcribed instructions in English will save you time so that you can focus on the fun part: crafting! *Included in complete lesson set only
Purchase as a complete lesson set of King Protea, Medinilla Magnifica, banana flower, arrangement lesson, and stencil frame for $125.00, materials not included.
Products and Materials used in workshops
Tropical Flower Arrangement materials: $25.50
(Includes: fan palm, monstera, palm frond, and 2 types of fern stems, chicken wire)
Quantities are limited.
Leaf Stencil 3-piece set: $5.50
Contains 3 different leaf styles
Quantities are limited.
CLAYCRAFT by DECO original clays:
· Soft Clay
· Silky Smooth Clays
· Plaster Clay
Pastel Powders:
· Magenta
· Yellow
· Salmon
· White
Pastel Powder Brush
Silicone Molds:
· Anemone
· Lily of the Valley leaf
· Magnolia leaf
Arrangement Inspiration
I’ll guide you on arranging these tropical beauties in a tall vase. The combination of King Protea, Medinilla Magnifica, and banana flower will create a stunning centerpiece for your home.
*Suggested vase size 7~10” tall with a 3” opening (not included).
Flexibility for Instructors
For the first time, instructors can purchase individual flowers. Customize your learning experience by selecting what interests you most.
Happy Clay Crafting
We’re eager to see your tropical, summer-inspired arrangements and home décor creations! Get ready to infuse your space with a touch of paradise. 🌴🌞
Feel free to ask if you need any further details or have specific questions! 🌸🎨
Aloha, Yukiko Miyai
Our story
CLAYCRAFT by DECO originated in 1981, when Kazuko Miyai opened the DECO Clay Craft Academy. Since then, the academy has grown into a worldwide community of certified instructors and students.
1981
The academy opens
Kazuko Miyai founds the DECO Clay Craft Academy in Japan.
2000
DECO comes to Hawaii
Yukiko Miyai opens her first studio in Honolulu.
2026
45 years
An anniversary exhibition at Akasaka Prince Classic House, Tokyo.
The founder
Kazuko Miyai
Kazuko has authored over twenty DECO Clay Craft books and developed her own line of air dry clays, known as CLAYCRAFT by DECO Soft Clay. She has continued to develop and enhance her unique techniques to produce sophisticated and complex dimensions.
Kazuko is well known in the clay crafting world and is still actively involved in certifying more than 5,000 instructors across the U.S., Canada, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Russia and many more. Each year she exhibits her work and shares her latest techniques with audiences all over the world.
DECO in America
Yukiko Miyai
Trained under her mother, Yukiko brought this unique concept to Honolulu, Hawaii, where she opened her first studio in 2000. Since then, the U.S. division has expanded throughout Hawaii, California and beyond, with over 3,000 members and more than 500 certified instructors.
Yukiko has diversified the product line with a wide range of floral design techniques featured in her instructional books, including Clay Art for Special Occasions, Clay Art for All Seasons and DECO Clay Flowers. Her work has also been featured on the Martha Stewart show.
Finished creations are not only beautiful; they are lightweight, soft to the touch, and exceptionally durable for a lifetime of enjoyment.
The clay
CLAYCRAFT by DECO
An innovative, air dried modeling clay that is light, pliable, easy to work with and versatile. It is ideal for projects from the simplest to the most imaginative, and with endless color mixing possibilities it is perfect for detail work. Finished pieces air dry to a firm consistency in 24 hours.
CLAYCRAFT by DECO Soft Clay comes in a white base clay and six colors for mixing: red, yellow, blue, green, brown and black.
White base clay, plus six colors
White
base
Red
Yellow
Blue
Green
Brown
Black
Create with DECO
DECO Clay Craft Academy and its certified instructors offer classes to create lifelike flowers, ornaments, accessories and other craft items.