La Porte County Public Library System

"Whether you are new to floristry or have been at it long enough to see carnations come in and out of fashion more times than the mullet, it's easy to fall in love and stay in love with flowers. For Kristen Griffith-VanderYacht, flowers are everything--reminders of nature's beauty, tools for building creative confidence, and a gateway to self-care. In Flower Love, Griffith-VanderYacht uses his effervescent sense of humor and sharp eye for design to...

A master floral designer who has appeared in numerous magazines, and who is known for her hands-on flower workshops at FlowerSchool New York, presents this lavishly illustrated guide to creating a vast array of floral projects, for all skill levels, that will enhance any surrounding with abundant beauty. --Publisher's description.

Provides instructions for creating fresh and original floral designs, from buying and caring for flowers to using foam, vases, and other decorative elements to create arrangements. --Publisher's description.

"From sophisticated arrangements made to complement any gathering to wild bouquets to liven up your living space, Everyday Bouquet introduces you to the tips and techniques for designing exquisite floral arrangements from the expert herself. This comprehensive guide includes step-by-step instructions for every arrangement. Learn how to accent your home, create arrangements to suit your unique style and taste, take advantage of the best seasonal varieties,...

"Floral design has been an art form for centuries, with floral arrangements being used to beautify everything from homes to weddings to funerals. However, a new tool in the floral designer's arsenal has revolutionized the art form: floral wire. In the book "Floral Wire Workshop: Florists' Techniques for Plants and Flowers in Every Season," author and floral designer Daniela Wirtz explores the endless possibilities of using floral wire to create stunning...

"Brooklyn-based florist Ingrid Carozzi reveals her secrets for creating flower arrangements that are modern, original, and organic in style. Organised by season, the book presents simple step-by-step instructions (how to measure, cut, and place each bloom) for making more than 35 arrangements. Whether you want to learn how to work with chicken wire and tape to create a simple framework or try your hand at arranging delicate and oversize blooms, Carozzi...