The pressed flower handbook : simple methods for connecting with nature and preserving the beauty of the garden through the seasons : grow, gather, press, create / Sarah Holland, Meadow and Thyme.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Holland, Sarah (Artist), Author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Pressed flower pictures.

Nature craft.

Floral decorations.

Genre:

Instructional and educational works.

Endpapers

Physical Description:

192 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm

Other Title:

Grow, gather, press, create

Place of Publication:

Beverly, MA, USA : Quarry Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group, 2026.

Summary:

This instructional guide introduces the craft of flower pressing through seasonal gardening practices and sustainable techniques. Drawing on her experience as a botanical artist, Sarah Holland provides guidance on selecting, gathering, pressing, preserving, and storing flowers and foliage. The book includes troubleshooting advice, creative projects using pressed plant materials, and discussions of floriography, mindfulness, and nature-inspired creativity. Illustrated with color photographs, it offers practical instruction for both beginning and experienced practitioners.

Contents:

Introduction

Forever flowers

The meadow and thyme garden

Introduction to traditional flower pressing

Selecting flowers

Traditional flower-pressing guide

Creating with pressed flowers

Floriography: The secret language of flowers

Seasonal inspiration

Sustainability and mindful living.

Notes:

Includes index.

Athenaeum copy: Illustrated lining-papers.

Local Notes:

Athenaeum copy: Altemus Fund bookplate.

Other Format:

Online version Holland, Sarah Pressed flower handbook

ebook version :

ISBN:

9780760399828

0760399824

OCLC:

1534791128

Publisher Number:

CIPO000365725