Publisher's Synopsis
The wide range of silk, paper parchment, latex and waxed flowers, fruit, berries and foliage now available provide the flower arranger with a solution for every occasion. They form a wealth of colour and form from small posies and sprays for weddings to bold flowers, exotic foliage and even trees, with a life-like quality that should last.;This book suggests ideas for containers, garlands and wreaths, and texture and colour combinations. The section on containers includes baskets, china containers, hanging containers interior and exterior, garlands, and wall-attached containers. These may be used in problem areas, such as kitchens and bathrooms where heat and moisture can ruin dried and fresh flower arrangements, and conservatories where sunlight rapidly fades them. The section dealing with texture and colour combinations suggests uses for paper and silk with the introduction of berries and/or fruit and vegetables.;"Silk" flowers are easily cared for. They can be sponged or washed, and parchment can be dusted by using a hair dryer to blow away dust particles or a vacumn cleaner with stocking mesh over the tube.;Suggested projects include garlands for weddings and house decoration, and wreaths for autumn "harvest" displays and Christmas. Also ideas for gifts and special occasions are also included.
