Decorating with Flowers: A Stunning Ideas Book for all Occasions - Tapa dura

"So much imagination goes into these floral decorations that some of it can't help but rub off onto the reader. That for me is what makes a good inspirational book. You will find yourself going back to this book again and again, each time discovering something new." --Sensible Gardening blog "I am so glad a book such as this has finally been published. It highlights the almost magical variety of endemic floral species and non-traditional materials in the Philippines today. Truly a collector's item and no library or home should be without one!" --Toni Parsons, acclaimed pioneer and innovator for floral design in the Philippines "Decorating with Flowers is a treasure chest of beautiful settings, stunning photography, and outstanding floral decor...a wonderful orchestration by all-Filipino authors and floral artists!" --Phil Rulloda, AIFD, AAF, CFA, PFCI "It's about time the world gets acquainted with the innovative and astonishing talent of the Filipino floral designers." --Richard Go, AIFD CFD FDA

Use fresh flowers to make a dramatic difference in your home and dazzle with the power of flowers when you entertain! Decorating with Flowers celebrates the latest trends in contemporary floral design with a tropical twist. Featuring inspired table settings and installations, this extraordinary flower arranging book will encourage you to create your own unforgettable floral creations. Be inspired to conjure a magical setting for group entertaining or craft a stunning decoration for intimate celebrations. The ten designers and artists showcased share the ideas and insights behind their floral arrangements each of which is shown in detailed photos making this an excellent guide for interior decorators, florists, event planners and homeowners looking to add some pizzazz to a space. Featuring over 300 color photographs, Decorating with Flowers has something for everyone from glamorous Flemish flower arrangements to modern Sogetsu ikebana styles, and modular flower sculptures created to enhance minimalist, contemporary spaces.