Handbook of Flowers, Foliage and Creative Design

First Edition

The Handbook of Flowers, Foliage, and Creative Design is a practical guide to floral design.

As an addendum to The Art of Floral Design, 2E, this handbook provides easy access to basic information, as well as step-by-step floral arrangement instructions and a flower and foliage identification section.

A glossary provides readers with an excellent reference of technical terminology used within the industry.

Features:

• Presents information in a handbook format that can be used with a text or as a quick reference
• Provides step-by-step instruction for a number of floral arrangements to familiarize the reader with a variety of designs
• Includes a full-color flower and foliage section for easy identification of more than 140 different flowers and foliage
• Contains a glossary for reference of technical terms used in floral design

Contents:

FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS.
Factors Influencing Arrangement Shape.
Basic Shapes of Arrangements.
Triangular Designs.
Circular Design Styles.

FLOWERS TO WEAR.
Guidelines of Design.
Preparation of Materials.
Spray Painting. Accessories.
Boutonnieres.
Corsages.
Other Floral Designs to Wear.
Sealers.
Packaging.

CONTEMPORARY DESIGN STYLES AND TECHNIQUES.
Classic Design Styles.
Naturalistic Design Styles.
Linear Design Styles.
Modernistic Design Styles.
Advanced Design Techniques.

FLOWERS. FOLIAGE.
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208 pages - 8-1/2 x 11 in.

Paperback, 208 pages