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Unlock your inner artist and create a stunning, everlasting floral arrangement with The Bouquet in a Book This innovative press-out and make book of ready-to-use press-out paper pieces offers step-by-step instructions to help you craft an exquisite paper bouquet that will never wilt.
Inside this book, you’ll find:
• Diverse Floral Designs: From classic roses and blooming peonies to bright anemones and cheerful daisies, press-out the petals to create a charming bouquet.
• Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Each project comes with simple to follow, photographic instructions that guide you through the steps of making the flowers and stems, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters.
• High-Quality Press-out Paper Pieces: Professionally designed and ready to press out, the paper pieces ensure that your flowers will look realistic and beautiful.
• Bonus Video Tutorials: View all the basic techniques you’ll need in an easy-to-access video library, simply scan the QR code in the book.
The Bouquet in a Book is more than just a craft book; it’s an invitation to explore your creativity and bring a touch of nature into your home. Whether you’re crafting a personal gift or decorating your space, this timeless bouquet will add a touch of elegance and charm to any setting, and is the perfect gift to celebrate any occasion.
Immerse yourself in the world of papercraft floristry and watch your creations bloom with The Bouquet in a Book.
- Language : English
- Paperback : 128 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1446314286
- ISBN-13 : 978-1446314289
- Dimensions : 21.08 x 1.52 x 27.18 cm
Jan Gaunt –
This is a really clever idea. The book is beautifully presented with ribbon closure. Picking it up is like receiving a bouquet. It is more of a kit than a book though, as once completed the book is of no further use.
It takes time to push out pieces though they are well cut. You do need to keep track of which piece is which, so if you push out a lot at once, keep the pages so you can match sizes. I didn’t trim off the little remaining nubs of paper, and found that once the petals and leaves were shaped, most of these disappeared of their own accord. The pages are thick, and coloured both sides with lovely variegation, adding to the realism of the flora. I found it easier to cut the pages out of the book before pressing out the shape.
For me, the stems were trickiest. I found it best to cut off the little corner, start to roll a little, glue, then did the rest once dry. I tried to use a hot glue gun, but my glue would not adhere to the petals. I tried a glue stick but this wasn’t detailed enough. In the end, I used PVA applied with a cocktail stick for accuracy.
I was delighted with the finished bouquet, which would easily split into 2 or 3 smaller bouquets for gifting (labels included).
If you’ve made any of Jo Lochead’s Felt Flowers (also by D&C), these are of similar construction so the techniques will be familiar.