about fabric art flower

My name is Nina Bethlehem, born in Hong Kong. I currently reside in the serene landscapes of Drenthe in The Netherlands. As a professional fabric art flower maker and educator, I have been immersed in the world of art flower crafting for a decade. I’ve learn different styles and techniques from various Japanese and Chinese masters, honing my skills and developing my own unique style and techniques over the past decade. Through teaching, I have shared my passion and knowledge, inspiring others to explore their creativity in the world of fabric art flowers.

A woman with black hair and a rust-colored dress sitting at a table with a large bouquet of light pink, peach, and purple flowers, with a background of a wooden furniture and various decorative items, including more flowers and shells.

Meet Nina 

A floral arrangement of white and blush pink flowers with green and white leaves in a white vase, placed on a dark wood box, with three apples on a wooden table in front, and a black background.

ninahana art flowers

One of the most beautiful aspects of my artistic journey is the inspiration I draw from nurturing my own garden in the Netherlands. Witnessing the growth and bloom of flowers in my garden has profoundly influenced my work, serving as a constant reminder of the beauty and creativity that nature offers. I create flowers with a realistic look, I love combining vintage items with my art flowers for home decoration, adding an extra layer of uniqueness to each piece.

A floral arrangement with white, pink, and purple flowers, including roses and hydrangeas, set against a black background.

100% Handcrafted and Custom Colored

Art flowers are meticulously handcrafted from white fabric, with each petal individually dyed or colored by hand, shaped using heated millinery tools, and carefully assemble, resulting in a botanical masterpiece . Each petal is a brushstroke, and each piece of work tells a unique story. With proper care, these art flowers are everlasting, providing timeless beauty to any setting.

History of Artificial Flowers

The history of artificial flowers dates back over 1,500 years to China, where the first artificial flowers were crafted from silk. Initially worn by the ladies of the Imperial Palace in their hair, the trend soon spread beyond the palace walls to the well-off populace and eventually reached Japan and Korea through new trade routes. By the fourteenth century, French silk flowers had become the epitome of the craft, with ongoing improvements in both fabrics and the quality of flower production. Today, artificial silk flowers continue to grace haute couture costume designs and millinery creations.

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