Description
Book SynopsisLearn to create bold, modern paper flowers from an award-winning professional in the field. Laura Reed''s detailed, colorful paper creations are works of art, and her guide inspires you to make floral designs that bring immediate joy as well as permanent beauty. Paper flower making is an accessible craft that uses simple tools and humble materials, and Reed's methodical approach is perfect for beginners and more-advanced enthusiasts. Reed personally walks you through basic techniques, then step-by-step tutorials to make specific flower forms, each labeled with skill level. Finally, enjoy 7 projects that take you through shaping the first petal to designing full paper flower displays. Projects include a bouquet, boutonniere, table arrangement, wreath, hanging chandelier, garland, and cake topper. By the end of the book, you will not only know how to make a range of flowers but also understand how to design your own blooms and use them in projects. All templates are provided.
Table of ContentsCONTENTS
Introduction
How to use this book
Materials and tools
Paper and card
Color (bold vs natural)
Weight/gsm
Finish/texture
Project suitability
Cutting
Hand cutting
Machine cutting
Forming
Curling
Folding
Crinkling
Glue
Tape and wire
Techniques to study
Petal formation
Long cut/shallow petal
Shop cut/steep petal
Shaping
Inward curl
Outward curl
Corner curl
Rolled
Pinched
Folded
Crinkled
Offset layers
Shaping
Length curl
Width curl
Score and fold
Flower centres
Vertical
Horizontal
Combinations
Adding to flowers
Hints and tips
Foliage
Individual leaves
Stems
Flower stems
Bases
Finishes
Simple flowers to practice
Introduction (realistic vs stylised)
Applying the techniques
Bases
Petal layouts
Petal shapes
1 or 2 layers plus center
The flowers:
Poppy
Daisy
Peony
Tulip
Lily
Carnation
Foliage
Tips to design your own
Advanced flowers and foliage to try
Introduction
Multiple layers/depths
Mixing techniques
The flowers:
Dahlia
Ranunculus
Rose
Daffodil
Freesia
Sunflower
Eucalyptus
Step-by-step Projects
Introduction
How to use the templates
Bouquet
Boutonniere
Table arrangement
Wreath
Garland
Hanging chandelier
Cake Topper
Installations to inspire
Templates
Acknowledgments
