Description
Book SynopsisA 'how to' manual for those interested in flowers and floral art. Illustrated with over 500 colour photographs and 200 line drawings, this book shows you ways to arrange flowers in a vase successfully; gives you advice and inspiration on wedding flowers; and explains why some designs work and why others do not.
Table of Contents1 Elements and principles of design 2 Flowers in a vase 3 Flowers in season 4 Celebrations and festivals 5 A history of flower arranging 6 Design classics 7 Contemporary floral design 8 Inspiration from around the world 9 Handtieds and posies 10 Wedding flowers 11 Large scale arranging 12 Long-lasting flowers 13 Show work 14 Flowers around the house 15 Flowers and foliage 16 Equipment and techniques