Author, interior designer, and faux flower expert Stevie Storck is based out of York, Pennsylvania and has been featured in the Huffington Post, Susquehanna Style, Lancaster Online, and Houzz Also includes artist profiles of other talented designers and influencers in the floral industry Provides high-quality photography and helpful tips on design, color schemes, texture, technique, and composition Organized by season for year-round faux floral ideas Includes step-by-step instructions for 12 projects, such as flower arrangements, wreaths, garlands, wall hangings, and more Learn to make beautiful, long-lasting home décor accents and arrangements using affordable silk flowers that can be easily found in any craft store

Have you ever found yourself wondering whether or not a flower in an arrangement was real? Faux florals have become very popular decorating accents. They are seen in more and more homes, complementing decorating styles from casual country to contemporary elegant. Through their colour, texture and style, faux floral designs bring a room to life. Here are fifty original floral designs for table decorations, wreaths, swags, topiaries and baskets. All the materials and tools are readily available in hobby and craft shops. Some speciality items can be ordered through your florist. In many ways, faux florals are easier to work with than fresh flowers and the flowers won't wilt or break. You won't believe the flowers aren't real - or how easy it will be to craft them into gorgeous arrangements for your home.

This book contains a comprehensive guide to making artificial flowers out of various materials. With simple diagrams and step-by-step instructions, this volume aims to teach the novice how to make a range of beautiful flowers including roses, daisies, bluebells, and more. This volume is highly recommended for those with a love of handicraft, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: “Sequence of Work”, “Making Crépe Paper Flowers”, “Suitability of the Material”, “Tools Required”, “Additional Materials”, “Working Methods”, “Direction of Grain”, “Crépe Paper Daisies: Several Varieties”, “Petals and Centres”, “Making the Centres”, “Petal Making”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing “Artificial Flower Making” now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of textiles and weaving.

'Silk Flowers' demystifies the art of flower arranging, with step-by-step instructions and a simple, concise approach, illustrated with full colour photography.

Beautiful silk flowers are a great way to decorate the home. With so many stunning varieties out there, why not use this essential guide to find new ways to arrange silk flowers to brighten up your living room, give as gifts to friends and loved ones, or add some glamour to a special occasion? With 35 delightful projects to make, Linda Peterson shows how to present a wide range of bouquet styles using popular types of flowers. Starting with the basics, there are easy single-flower arrangements using roses for Valentine's day, lillies to bring calm to your home, sunflowers for a summer party, and more. For the more experienced arranger, there are great ideas to combine flowers to create bouquets and elegant flower baskets to decorate the house and garden. Each project has variations so you can experiment with different shapes and shades to add your own twist to your creations. With tips on combining colors and a mix of modern and traditional designs, each with step-by-step photography, you will soon be making exquisite arrangements. There is also a techniques section, a comprehensive list of materials, and advice on where to buty the flowers.*Project variations provide extra inspiration and ideas for crafters.*The ideal way to save money without having to sacrifice on style.*Fun, pretty projects for all abilities.

Everyone wants a home that is beautiful and clutter free. But most of us are unsure how to get there without breaking the bank. Popular interior designer Shannon Acheson takes the guesswork out of creating a lovely home. Home Made Lovely is a mind-set: decorating should be about those who live there, rather than making your home into a magazine-worthy spread. Shannon walks you through how to · decorate in a way that suits your family's real life · declutter in seven simple steps · perform a house blessing to dedicate your home to God · be thankful for your current home and what you already have · brush up on hospitality with more than 20 actionable ideas that will make anyone feel welcome and loved in your home In Home Made Lovely, Shannon meets you right where you are on your home-decorating journey, helping you share the peace of Christ with family members and guests.