The Art of Wearable Flowers

Author: Susan McLeary
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452179336
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
The Art of Wearable Flowers reveals the secrets to creating gorgeous floral accessories that you can wear. This guide book provides how-tos for 40 floral wearables, including an eye-catching succulent ring, gorgeous hyacinth hoop earrings, a fabulous petal necklace, and a luxurious headpiece, plus bracelets, corsages, headbands, and more. ,br>Renowned floral artist Susan McLeary shares this stunning collection of 40 flower- and plant-based designs that you can try out for yourself. • Each project includes an ingredients list, styling tips, and easy-to-follow instructions paired with step-by-step photographs. • This flower arrangement books gets the ultimate makeover to elevate every outfit with natural beauty • Filled with essential information on tools, design techniques, and plant care, making it easy to create these remarkable arrangements at home Featuring hundreds of inspiring photographs presented in a beautifully designed book, The Art of Wearable Flowers is a must-have accessory for any modern woman. Susan McLeary's expertise in styling flowers—combined with breathtaking photos of her signature arrangements—makes this a wonderful gift for the florist-frequenter. • Not your average flower book, this book is for anyone who wants to make a show-stopping appearance at a wedding, birthday party, or any special occasion • Great for brides (and as a bridal shower gift!), florists, crafters, flower gardeners, and flower stylists • Perfect those who loved Paper to Petal: 75 Whimsical Paper Flowers to Craft by Hand by Rebecca Thuss and Patrick Farrell, The Flower Recipe Book by Alethea Harampolis, Seasonal Flower Arranging by Ariella Chezar, and The Flower Chef by Carly Cylinder

Wedding Flowers

Author: Antonia Swinson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845974565
Category : Bridal bouquets
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Wedding Flowers" by Antonia Swinson is an inspiring visual reference for any couple planning a wedding. It has four sections, Flowers for the Bride, Flowers for the Bridesmaids, Boutonnieres and Corsages, and Flowers for the Reception. Each showcases ideas for your big day, with notes detailing which flowers are used.*A host of ideas for beautiful wedding flowers, from the bride's bouquet to reception table centerpieces.*With so many looks in a compact volume, this is a perfect engagement gift.

Fresh from the Field Wedding Flowers

Author: Lynn Byczynski
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780977978137
Category : Boutonnieres
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
Fresh from the Field Wedding Flowers is a complete guide to using local flowers for weddings. It was created for the eco-conscious couple committed to having a greener wedding, the passionate gardener who wants to grow flowers for events, the floral designer who wishes to jump in on the locally grown trend, and the specialty cut flower farmer who will be offering wedding services. Beautifully illustrated with photographs from dozens of actual weddings, this book provides advice on where to find local flowers, what blooms are available in each season, how to stretch a floral budget and what to expect when working with local flower farmers. Five detailed step-by-step photo essays walk you through the process of creating your own bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, and large arrangements. Four in-depth videos totaling 75 minutes teach you the basic mechanics and overall thought process that goes into creating the flowers for an event. Designer Erin Benzakein demonstrates how she constructs an abundant bridal bouquet, a large altar arrangement, a low and lush centerpiece, a boutonniere, and a pin-on corsage.

A Master Guide to the Art of Floral Design

Author: Alisa A. de Jong-Stout
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 236

Book Description
Now available in paperback, this beautiful guide is a fresh approach to an ancient art. Exquisite photography and illustrations join with a unique, comprehensive theory to reveal the beauty of flowers and their role as teachers of floral design. Though directed toward the advanced practitioner, it is equally accessible to the floral designer who is just beginning.

A Practical Wedding

Author: Meg Keene
Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
ISBN: 0738246735
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 219

Book Description
A companion to the popular website APracticalWedding.com and A Practical Wedding Planner, A Practical Wedding helps you sort through the basics to create the wedding you want -- without going broke or crazy in the process. After all, what really matters on your wedding day is not so much how it looked as how it felt. In this refreshing guide, expert Meg Keene shares her secrets to planning a beautiful celebration that reflects your taste and your relationship. You'll discover: The real purpose of engagement (hint: it's not just about the planning) How to pinpoint what matters most to you and your partner DIY-ing your wedding: brilliant or crazy? How to communicate decisions to your family Why that color-coded spreadsheet is actually worth it Wedding Zen can be yours. Meg walks you through everything from choosing a venue to writing vows, complete with stories and advice from women who have been in the trenches: the Team Practical brides. So here's to the joyful wedding, the sensible wedding, the unbelievably fun wedding! A Practical Wedding is your complete guide to getting married with grace.

Bridal Flowers

Author: Ginny Parfitt
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780764334856
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A collection of bouquets for brides and bridesmaids, along with boutonniere designs for men, and something for everyone at the wedding party.

Bridal Bargains: 11th Edition. American's #1 Best-Selling Wedding Book

Author: Denise Fields
Publisher: Windsor Peak Press
ISBN: 1889392464
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 484

Book Description
Wow! Finally, a wedding book for the rest of us. With average wedding costs soaring over $25,000, you need real life solutions and creative ideas to plan a wedding without going bankrupt. Bridal Bargains is the answer! Now in its 11th edition with over 700,000 copies in print, Bridal Bargains shows you: How to save up to 40% on brand new, nationally advertised wedding dresses. The best web sites to save on everything from flowers to gowns, invitations to, well, you name it. Fourteen creative ways to cut the catering bill at your reception. How to order flowers at wholesale online. Eleven questions you should ask any photographer—and seven money-saving tips to lower that photo expense. Affordable ways to print your own invitations at a 70% savings. A clever trick to save big bucks on your wedding cake. The best bargains on honeymoons, gift registries, rings, wedding videos and more! New! Green your wedding with eco-friendly invites, catering tips and more! The brand new,11th edition is revised and updated tips on tying the knot without going bankrupt.

The Knot Book of Wedding Flowers

Author: Carley Roney
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811832632
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 186

Book Description
Provides information on everything a bride needs to know to select the right flowers for her wedding, along with advice on how to work with a florist, directions for creating one's own arrangements, and a glossary of floral terminology.

Bride's Book of Etiquette

Author: Bride's Magazine Editors
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780399528668
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 354

Book Description
Everyone dreams of the perfect wedding… And for nearly seven decades, Bride’s magazine has been the leading authority on the subject, with advice that is both practical and sympathetic to the needs of the bride, the groom, their families and friends. Now in a completely revised edition, Bride’s Book of Etiquette offers the most up-to-date information on engagement and wedding planning, and realistic solutions for any problem that couples may encounter. In this trusted classic, you’ll find out: How to draw up—and pare down—the guest list How to word invitations for every circumstance How to get his family to share wedding expenses, and who pays for what Where to seat divorced parents, and how to make sure they’ll get along How to dress the bride, groom, mothers, and bridal party at every hour for every type of wedding Contemporary ideas for a long-weekend wedding, a destination wedding and more How to handle last-minute glitches, include children in a second wedding, and answer the tough question: “Am I invited to the wedding?” Registering on the Internet, the dos and don’ts Updated etiquette for a second wedding The new honeymoon rules—romantic trips in today’s world

The Everything Weddings on a Budget Book

Author: Barbara Cameron
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1605502286
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 234

Book Description
Plan the wedding of your dreams—without going bankrupt! If your stomach is in knots over tying the knot, rest easy! The Everything Weddings on a Budget Book, 2nd Edition shows you surefire ways to save money without compromising your dream. This essential guide gives you creative tips on how to: —Set a budget and stick to it —Find gowns and tuxes that suit both you and your wallet —Snap up a great photographer without overpaying —Make easy and exquisite do-it-yourself invitations, flowers, and cakes Use the foolproof budget worksheets in this book to help you get to the altar without breaking the bank! With the expert advice in this guide, you'll enjoy your special day-and still have a nest egg to start your new life together.