Spectacular Flowers by Diana Tonks

Spectacular Flowers by Diana Tonks

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Summary

A collection of 60 flower arrangements set in British stately and historic homes, this book illustrates how the furnishings have been complemented by the flowers and how each design is conceived and executed.

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Spectacular Flowers by Diana Tonks

Features stunning flower arrangements created by the author for some of the finest stately homes in Britain. The locations include Glamis Castle, Blenheim Palace, Shugborough, Castle Howard, Hagley Hall, Hanch Hall, Hever Castle, Ragley Hall, Rockingham Castle and Warwick Castle. The decor of the rooms and each arrangement are described in detail and illustrated by beautiful/lavish colour photographs; close up detail in colour, with accompanying personal comments by the owners. The book also provides simple instructions on flowers, foliage and the mechanics of creating similar flower displays in the home. Advice is given on colour schemes, blending flower displays with furnishings and the importance of lighting. There are also celebration suggestions made for many of the arrangements including a Christmas party, and Easter Morning pot-et-fleur, a Valentine posy, a wedding pedestal, and Autumn banquet and a Silver Wedding table display.
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ISBN 13 9780713465525
ISBN 10 0713465522
Title Spectacular Flowers
Author Diana Tonks
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Batsford Ltd
Year published 1991-04-05
Number of pages 144
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.