An innovatory practical approach to fresh and dried flowers by a leading international floral designer Jane Packer's The Complete Guide to Flower Arranging features more than 100 displays for all types of container and every occasion. Easy-to-follow photographic sequences show exactly how to build up each style of arrangement. Representing outstanding value for money this stylish and contemporary series has been specially created for everyone with a busy lifestyle. Highly practical and inspiring the DK Living series embraces every aspect of a wide range of popular topics from gardening and cookery to beauty and sports. Each title covers both basic and more advanced information including a clear explanation of the subject equipment and preparation. Detailed step-by-step photographs and instructions take the reader systematically through all the techniques. The highly visual approach combined with clear uncluttered presentation make each title exceptionally easy to follow.
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Jane Packer is one of the world’s most influential florists. Her fresh and innovative approach to floristry has revolutionised the horticulture industry, with flower arranging now seen as exciting as fashion and interior design. Her Flower Stores are well-known internationally and she also has a Flower School in London.
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88 of 88 people found the following review helpful
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I am trained in floristry, so when I look for a book on flowers I am looking for fresh ideas, something that will inspire and excite me. This book does all of that. Jane's innovative and informal approach to flower arranging is I feel a must for an arranger's book case, although it will not be there much, being in use most of the time. Perfect for the beginner as well as the expert it is packed with excellent photographs and instructions. It takes you from the very beginning in the choice of foliage, flowers, colour, balance, and style, to finished product. There are plant arrangements as well as fresh and dried flower arrangements in abundance. Included are special occasions and weddings. There is an excellent section on materials and skills, an easy to negotiate contents page, good index and a very useful glossary of flowers.
It is most definitely a very welcome addition to my library of books.
It is most definitely a very welcome addition to my library of books.
124 of 125 people found the following review helpful
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As a complete novice to flower arranging, I was looking for an easy-to-follow, informative book that would give me some background knowledge. I wasn't disappointed. The photography is clear and shows the displays to their full beauty. The text is simple and doesn't use jargon.
I think this book would suit any flowr-arranging novice and offers some great ideas to try.
53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
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If like me, you fancy trying to replicate some of those more trendy bouquets, wreathes or arrangements you see in the florists (that normally cost a bomb) - this is the book for you! It is full of projects and techniques - all well illustrated and taught me a lot. I didn't follow the colours or the flowers she used slavishly; I just used the idea and learnt the techniques and it inspired me enough to tackle all my wedding flowers! Great for the novice!
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Jane Packer Fan
Jane has a way with flowers and this is one of her many books that has inspired me to enjoy the presentation of all different kinds of flowers.
Published 1 month ago by Jago Snook
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gift
As I gave my friend this book her eyes lit up upon opening it as she'd said a long while ago as well as recently that she would like a flkower book!
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. Susan A. Bensley
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book, gives you tips on tools and flowers to use.
I bought this book as I didn't really know where to start with flower arranging, the book is amazing. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Michelle Sousa
5.0 out of 5 stars
good book
i think all of Jane packer books have some interesting ideas. definitely worth a look-especially for a beginner.
practice is the best teacher of all.
practice is the best teacher of all.
Published 5 months ago by Mrs Isobel L Black
5.0 out of 5 stars
good buy
My Mother in Law bought this book for sister in law who is into this kind of stuff and was delighted with it
Published 23 months ago by caring Angel
4.0 out of 5 stars
very colourful
A very colourful book full of great ideas on how to group flowers together. it gave me ideas for colour schemes and suggested in easy steps how and where to place different... Read more
Published on 18 April 2011 by M Vinny
2.0 out of 5 stars
The complete guide to flower arranging Jane Packer
This is by no means a complete guide - not enough information on conditioning nor the preserving techniques.
Have since purchased the Dr Hessayon Book of Flower arranging . Read more
Have since purchased the Dr Hessayon Book of Flower arranging . Read more
Published on 7 Sep 2010 by Mrs. Anne Gudgin
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Present
I wanted to buy a Christmas present for a my son-in-law's mother who had recently joined a flower club and was taking workshops for flower arranging. Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2010 by Mrs. Josephine A. Thomas
3.0 out of 5 stars
Basic book
This book is ok if you are a newbie.
If you have attended any classes or have any other books then this book is a bit basic. Read more
If you have attended any classes or have any other books then this book is a bit basic. Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2009 by Tech Gurl
4.0 out of 5 stars
Flowers to please everyone
This is a great guide to flower arranging. It covers many styles from traditional and formal to relaxed contemporary. Read more
Published on 29 July 1999
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