Gillian Souter Bücher

An exquisite and unique how-to book for making a year-round assortment of gifts and projects inspired by the beauty of flowers. Floralcrafts introduces creative techniques for handling and drying flowers and making delightful gifts and household items with them. 350 illustrations.

Filled with bright ideas for turning junk and inexpensive craft materials into works of art, toys and useful items. These fun projects will help develop modelling and craft skills in children aged 5 - 10.

Presents craft projects relating to special days and festive occasions: Chinese New Year, Valentine's Day, Passover, Easter, April Fool's Day, May Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa. Includes step-by-step instructions. Suggested level: junior, primary.

Use a wide range of basic techniques, including lettering, découpage, pop-up methods, embossing, marbling, stenciling, cross-stitch embroidery, appliqué, and even lovely paper quilling.