The Paper Florist

by McLaughlin, Suzi

• ISBN13: 9780857835376
• ISBN10: 0857835378
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2019-03-05
• Publisher: Kyle Books

Summary

Paper flowers are not only beautiful, but also incredibly versatile. They can be used to create everything from unique centrepieces to decorative one-off bouquets, and be made from the most basic and inexpensive of materials. Suzi McLaughlin's step-by-step tutorials cover all you need to know, including: how to curl petals, score and wire leaves and wrap stems, and show you how to make a beautiful array flowers from a variety of different papers, both bought and found, allowing you to bring new life to old letters, second-hand books, sheet music and discarded

wrapping paper and maps.

The 15 projects are accompanied by templates for every flower, leaf and foliage shape used in the book, as well as imaginative ways to display your creations - including suspending them from the ceiling and having them cascade down a wall. Suzi also gives ideas on how to wrap and present your flowers as gifts. So whether you want to create a delicate posy or a gloriously blousy bouquet, this book is sure to delight and inspire.

Author Biography

Suzi McLaughlin's passion for working with paper began at Falmouth Art College. The bold originality of her final degree show caught the attention of the Gardener's World team, who commissioned her to create a life-sized paper garden for BBC Gardener's World Live Show, for which she was awarded an RHS gold medal. She has since created installations and bespoke items for Jo Malone's flagship London store Harvey Nichols, Harrods, John Lewis and the magazines Elle and You and Your Wedding.