Classic arrangements for all seasons.

Flowers are ideal subjects for embroidery because of their organic shapes and timeless appeal. While they are rooted in the rich tradition of floral embroidery, these designs have a clean and contemporary palette and subtle shading. The patterns include small pincushion designs, scissor cases, and small pictures as well as larger cushion and tablecloth designs. Cross-stitch and needlepoint designs are included, to encourage crafters to try some new techniques.

A fascinating book on the elegant paintings of birds and flowers in Edo-Rinpa painting The Rinpa school is one of the historical schools in Japanese painting established in 17th century Kyoto. Later in 19th century Edo (old Tokyo), Hoitsu Sakai, who worshiped and was influenced by Korin Ogata, revived this genre with his elegant, poetic and refined taste. This book showcases not only the most popular works of the Edo-Rinpa style but also features unique and innovative works from Kiitsu Suzuki, Hoitsu Sakai's own disciple, and shows how Rinpa style has been passed on to the modern painters such as Shunso Hishida and Sekka Kamisaka. Written by Momo Miyazaki, a specialist in Edo period painting and the curator of The Museum Yamato Bunkakan, this book will be an informative must have treasury book for Japanese art lovers, creators, and artists.--Momo Miyazaki

Wedding and event florist and founder of the Chapel Designers floral community, Holly is a creative visionary and a highly recognized and sought-after floral designer whose work has been published in countless prestigious publications and top industry blogs. Learn about Holly's floral journey, the inspiring story of Hope Flower Farm, and the values of hospitality, creativity, and community that embody her life in flowers.

This rich treasury of 253 high-quality, black-and-white illustrations encompasses a profusion of tropical blooms, garden flowers, house plants, roses, orchids, wildflowers, and many other popular florals.

"The paintings of Willem van Aelst are known for their remarkably fine finish, carefully balanced compositions and elegant subject matter. Each work featured in this monograph represents a phase of the artist's career"--Nielsen Book Data.