The Flower Recipe Book: 100 Magical, Sculptural, Seasonal Arrangements

This book is satisfyingly thick without weighing a ton, and begins with brief discussions of your toolbox, proper techniques for preparing flowers, and (my favorite feature) an "ingredient chart" indicating the many functions of different plant types in an arrangement, such as focal flower or "bits". The book presents 43 varieties of flowers, a plethora of containers, and multitudes of design arrangements. It includes your typical florist flowers, of course, but also many unusual ones, as well as other plant species. Examples include vegetables, pomegranates, thistles, cherry tomatoes, acorns, artichokes, herbs, green chestnuts, sugared grapes, fall leaves, berries from shrubs, succulents, viburnum berries, fruit, and eucalyptus. Containers include common and uncommon vases, such as cans, jars, and ceramics; but also boxes; shallow dishes; a galvanized metal 3-tiered shop tray; log slices; teapots and pitchers; test tubes; trophies; milk jugs and buckets; baskets; wreaths, leis, and bouquets. Plant sources are presented by type in alphabetical order, and paired with other plants that will work well with them. In addition to the full-page color photos, the arrangements are presented in recipe format: so many branches of this and so many stalks of that, as well as suggestions for a small selection of suitable containers. The only way to go wrong is to not have the listed plant sources or container options. I found the arrangements to be artistic, innovative, creative, novel, colorful, and beautiful. There are so many gorgeous arrangements from which to choose to photograph that it's hard to begin. I would definitely recommend this book to whomever has a garden big enough to actually make the flower arrangements, or to whomever is an avid armchair gardener. This book rates 10⭐️

Surpisingly, many authors don't create book covers that are ideal for "coffee table" style. This book, however, is thoughtfully put together from cover to cover, each page is an artwork in itself. I keep this on my kitchen counter because it's simply beautiful and inspirational. The contents contain beautiful shots of elegant arrangements, including some how-to tips. Thick pages, gorgeous ink/color display. One of my favorite purchases last year.

I can’t get enough of this book. Beautiful photos, clear and instructive for floral arranging. There are simple arrangements for those newer to bouquets, and larger and more detailed arrangements for those with more experience! I can’t put this book down, love the inspiration it provides.

An excellent "course" in floral design using the "recipe" concept to promote success. Sample arrangements for most any occasion are presented, numbers and types of flowers listed, and construction techniques included so even beginners will be delighted with the results. Wish the book numbered its pages more consistently to make getting back to a favorite design easier.

I am a retail florist. I have many design books but this is my favorite one! The designs are modern n unique with interesting color combinations, containers and florals. It is my go to for inspiration!

Such a gorgeous and inspiring book for art projects and floral arranging. Stunning photos.

The book has gorgeous illustrations and actual “recipes”, meaning it tells you exactly what to buy and a step by step guide of putting your floral arrangement together. I love this book.

Wonderful book with excellent recipes for beautiful arrangements. Great photos and ingredient list!!