Colour: An Inspiring Collection of Ideas for Each Season and Mood

Packer, Jane,Glynn Smith, Georgia

ISBN 10: 1840914858 / ISBN 13: 9781840914856

Published by Conran, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Colour: An Inspiring Collection of Ideas for Each Season and Mood
• Publisher: Conran
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1840914858
• ISBN 13: 9781840914856
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This wonderful photographic guide caters to the gardener and nature-lover alike by showcasing a variety of stunning flowers and foliage that have been uniquely categorized by both color and season. Discover how to use the range of tones in flowers to create different moods just as an interior designer would, and find out how to use new flowers to mirror fashion trends as colors come and go with each passing season. Ten specially commissioned designs are provided, including ideas for wreaths, garlands, and special displays. Each project can be recreated easily with the help of step-by-step instructions and over 200 beautiful illustrative photographs. Brought to you by one of the world's leading florists, this extensive directory proves to be both inspiring and practical.

About the Author

Jane Packer is at the forefront of modern floral design and is recognized as one of the world's leading florists. Jane is based in London, where she runs two internationally renowned flower shops and a flower school catering to all levels of experience. She also has a flower school and shop in Tokyo and New York, as well as a shop in Korea. Jane has written nine books, including Living with Flowers, Flowers Design Philosophy and World Flowers (Conran Octopus). Georgia glynn smith has her work regularly published in national magazines, and newspapers and she has worked with Terence and Vicki Conran, Gordon Ramsay and Nigel Slater. She has also won a Glenfiddich Food Award for her work.