Flower school : a practical guide to the art of flower arranging /
Calvert Crary ; illustrations by Monica Hellström.
- 210 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Includes index.
Introduction: A history of FlowerSchool -- Getting started -- Choosing your colors -- Buying flowers -- Choosing a vase -- Working with flowers -- Techniques for arranging: common styles and how to make them -- Conclusion.
Crary offers a hands-on, comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of flower arranging. Using step-by-step instructions, he covers a wide range of topics, from where and how to buy the best flowers, to pairing your flowers with the right vase for maximum effect. Even the greenest at-home arranger will learn how to create gorgeous bouquets! -- adapted from back cover.