Collage from Seeds, Leaves and Flowers Joan Carver
With an emphasis on simplicity, this is an introduction to the art of collage using preserved plant material. All that is needed is access to a garden or the countryside; no previous skills are necessary. Introductory chapters explain the types of plant material which are suitable, and when and how the varied decorative designs can be created from flowers, leaves, cones and seeds. There are projects and topics including: simple flat collage bookmark;raised collage designs; seed patterns; gilded plant materials; embroidery effects; fantasies; framing; greetings and Christms cards; basket weave boxes and Church ornaments.