Modern Floral Christmas Works

This study book deals extensively with the design of floral arrangements for Advent and Christmas, as well as with a range of effective forms for exhibition presentations. Above all, the particular techniques needed for technically sound execution are described in detail, so that they can be followed systematically. Using the obligatory FloralDesign Edition fold-outs, this study book also gives the reader a second easy to use overview of a comprehensive list of all the techniques. Some techniques that recur frequently in Advent and Christmas floristry are described separately; as are the techniques for making certain parts of an arrangement, e.g. candleholders, multi-pronged forks, etc. Practical tips and detailed elucidation of technical terms complete the explanations. Since different design intentions often require different craft techniques, it is important for us to illustrate not only the various arrangements and the techniques for their execution, but also to explain which individual design decisions were responsible for the final form. "Form follows function" was one of the Bauhaus maxims which still applies today. Following Kant one could also say: "Form without content is empty. Content without form is blind". In this sense - and providing references to several other text books - we keep on reminding the reader of the connection to the core design issues.