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Cutting-edge floral design is associated with lavish traditional arrangements in this exquisitely produced compendium replete with color photographs. Under the distinguished sponsorship of the Garden Club of America, this sweeping survey presents the most creative approaches to combining plant material and complementary vessels. Pictured are contemporary displays in which leaves take the form of sculptural lines in space, echoing the similarly undulating curves of a ceramic vase. The accompanying text provides an introduction to the history of flower arranging, followed by instructive descriptions of glorious arrangements spanning romantic rococo style to stunningly modern compositions. Anyone inclined toward interior design or an interest in gardening will find a rich source of ideas and inspiration both for the home and for special events. Alice Joyce
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Gardening and flower arranging are two of the most passionately pursued pastimes. Now, from the Garden Club of America-one of the most respected garden organizations in the country with 195 clubs nationwide-comes a glorious, full-color book showcasing the most imaginative, elegant, and dramatic floral displays being created today. The fascinating text reveals how the best arrangers create their floral masterpieces and gives readers the how-to advice and inspiration they need to create their own beautiful arrangements.

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Gardening and flower arranging are two of the most passionately pursued pastimes. Now, from the Garden Club of America-one of the most respected garden organizations in the country with 195 clubs nationwide-comes a glorious, full-color book showcasing the most imaginative, elegant, and dramatic floral displays being created today.

More than 150 stunning, newly commissioned color photographs by Mick Hales record the latest fashions in flower arranging as well as traditional and historical styles. In arrangements created for the dinner table and the living room, in spectacular designs for competition halls and museums, and in botanical sculptures for the garden, the reader discovers the art of this rewarding hobby. The fascinating text reveals how the best arrangers create their floral masterpieces and gives readers the how-to advice and inspiration they need to create their own beautiful arrangements.

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