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Westland, Pamela, Critchley, Paula.: THE ART OF DRIED FLOWERS AND PRESSED FLOWERS. Ward Lock 1980.

A thimble-sized shell, filled with tiny, delicate flowers and grasses; A picture made from subtly coloured leaves and petals; birthday cards made with individuality; preserves and pot pourris, picture frames and herb pillows - these are but a few of the stimulating items contained in this new, exciting and beautiful book that shows how to make use of all the richces of the flower garden and the countryside to produce unique and lovely creations. The various techniques of drying pressing and preserving plant material with minimum fuss are described here, with lists of leaves and flowers that can successfully be preserved, and the best method to use for each one. As opposed to formalised flower decorations the book explores the possibilities of creating patterns, shapes and effects with flowers and leaves and - in line with today's thinking about health and beauty - contains recipes for tissanes and beauty preparations using flowers and herbs. The authors have used the rich harvest of gardens and hedgerows as an artist uses paint - to express a feeling, an impression, an effect and, most of all, their love of the countryside and of natural, growing things. In doing so they have created a delightfully unique book which will inspire town and country dwellers alike. The dust jacket has some light wear to the edges and surfaces and is rubbed at the top and bottom of the spine. Other than this the book is in good condition and is illustrated with colour photographs. ISBN 0 7063 505913 5.

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