The Paper Florist - by Suzi McLaughlin (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Tutorials and inspiration for making beautiful blooms of paper flowers, from bluebells and hellebores to roses and cherry blossom, as well as projects to use your stunning creations - beautiful centerpieces, cake decoration, hair accessories, unique gift wrapping and more.

Paper flowers are not only beautiful, but also incredibly versatile. They can be used to create everything from simple home decorations and gorgeous gifts to unique centerpieces and decorative one-off bouquets, all made from the most basic and inexpensive materials. Suzi McLaughlin's step-by-step tutorials cover a beautiful array of flowers including bluebells, peonies, poppies, cherry blossom and more, and will teach everything you need to know. Make delicate lifelike flowers, or let your imagination run wild and use Suzi's techniques to create playful hybrids. Adorn your home with color and style with just a few simple steps.

The flowers are accompanied by templates for every shape used in the book, as well as instructions on how to display your creations to their full potential. Whether you want to make a gloriously blousy bouquet, a bejeweled cherry blossom branch or an impressive floral centerpiece, this book is sure to delight and inspire.

About the Author

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 Gardeners' World team, who commissioned her to create a life-size paper garden for BBC Gardeners' 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.