Download or read book The Fine Art of Paper Flowers written by Tiffanie Turner and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2017-08-22 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspiring, practical and gorgeous guide to crafting the most realistic and artful paper flowers for arrangements, art, décor, wearables and more, from San Francisco botanical artist Tiffanie Turner. The Fine Art of Paper Flowers is an elevated art and craft guide that features complete step-by-step instructions for over 30 of Tiffanie Turner’s widely admired, unique, lifelike paper flowers and their foliage, from bougainvillea to English roses to zinnias. In the book, Turner also guides readers through making her signature giant paper peony, shares all of her secrets for special paper treatments, candy-striping, playing with color and creating botanical imperfections, and shows how to turn paper flowers into gorgeous garlands, headdresses, bouquets and more. These stunning creations can be made from simple and inexpensive materials and the book's detailed tutorials and beautiful photography make it easy to achieve dramatic and lifelike results.
Download or read book When the Morning Glory Blooms written by Cynthia Ruchti and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2013-04-01 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Becky rocks a baby that rocked her world. Sixty years earlier, with her fiancé Drew in the middle of the Korean Conflict, Ivy throws herself into her work at a nursing home to keep her sanity and provide for the child Drew doesn't know is coming. Ivy cares for Anna, an elderly patient who taxes Ivy's listening ear until the day she suspects Anna's tall tales are not the ramblings of dementia. They're fragments of Anna's disjointed memories of a remarkable life. Finding a faint thread of hope she can't resist tugging, Ivy records Anna's memoir, scribbling furiously after hours to keep up with the woman's emotion-packed, grace-hemmed stories. Is Ivy's answer buried in Anna's past? Becky, Ivy, Anna--three women fight a tangled vine of deception in search of the blossoming simplicity of truth.
Download or read book The Pollinator Victory Garden written by Kim Eierman and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2020-01-07 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The passion and urgency that inspired WWI and WWII Victory Gardens is needed today to meet another threat to our food supply and our environment—the steep decline of pollinators. The Pollinator Victory Garden offers practical solutions for winning the war against the demise of these essential animals. Pollinators are critical to our food supply and responsible for the pollination of the vast majority of all flowering plants on our planet. Pollinators include not just bees, but many different types of animals, including insects and mammals. Beetles, bats, birds, butterflies, moths, flies, and wasps can be pollinators. But, many pollinators are in trouble, and the reality is that most of our landscapes have little to offer them. Our residential and commercial landscapes are filled with vast green pollinator deserts, better known as lawns. These monotonous green expanses are ecological wastelands for bees and other pollinators. With The Pollinator Victory Garden, you can give pollinators a fighting chance. Learn how to transition your landscape into a pollinator haven by creating a habitat that includes pollinator nutrition, larval host plants for butterflies and moths, and areas for egg laying, nesting, sheltering, overwintering, resting, and warming. Find a wealth of information to support pollinators while improving the environment around you: • The importance of pollinators and the specific threats to their survival• How to provide food for pollinators using native perennials, trees, and shrubs that bloom in succession• Detailed profiles of the major pollinator types and how to attract and support each one• Tips for creating and growing a Pollinator Victory Garden, including site assessment, planning, and planting goals• Project ideas like pollinator islands, enriched landscape edges, revamped foundation plantings, meadowscapes, and other pollinator-friendly lawn alternatives The time is right for a new gardening movement. Every yard, community garden, rooftop, porch, patio, commercial, and municipal landscape can help to win the war against pollinator decline with The Pollinator Victory Garden.
Download or read book Growing Morning Glory from Seed to Harvest written by Tobias Fleischer and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing Morning Glory from Seed to Harvest Are you looking to cultivate the most vibrant and enchanting morning glory blooms in your garden? Curious about the secrets to successfully nurturing morning glory from tiny seeds to breathtaking blossoms? Want to discover expert tips and techniques to ensure a bountiful morning glory harvest? Ready to transform your garden into a mesmerizing oasis with the captivating allure of morning glories? Unlock the secrets to cultivating stunning morning glory blooms with "Growing Morning Glory from Seed to Harvest." This comprehensive guide is your go-to resource for mastering every aspect of morning glory cultivation, from seed germination to the final harvest. Packed with expert insights, practical tips, and step-by-step instructions, this book is essential for both novice and seasoned gardeners alike. Delve into the fascinating world of morning glories as you learn how to select the perfect seeds, prepare the optimal growing environment, and nurture your plants to their fullest potential. Discover the best practices for planting, watering, and fertilizing, ensuring that your morning glories thrive and flourish throughout the growing season. Navigate through the challenges of pest control and disease prevention with proven strategies that will safeguard your morning glory garden. From trellising techniques to pruning methods, you'll uncover the insider secrets that will elevate your gardening game and yield spectacular results. With stunning photography and detailed illustrations, "Growing Morning Glory from Seed to Harvest" brings the beauty of these iconic blooms to life. Whether you're cultivating morning glories for their ornamental charm or their medicinal properties, this book provides all the information you need to achieve gardening success. Highlights: Comprehensive guide to morning glory cultivation Selecting the perfect seeds for your garden Preparing the optimal growing environment Nurturing plants from seed to harvest Best practices for planting, watering, and fertilizing Pest control and disease prevention strategies Trellising and pruning techniques for maximum bloom production Stunning photography and detailed illustrations Embrace the enchantment of morning glories and embark on a journey of garden transformation. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a green-thumbed novice, "Growing Morning Glory from Seed to Harvest" is your definitive guide to cultivating the garden of your dreams. Elevate your gardening experience and witness the breathtaking beauty of morning glories in full bloom. Unlock the secrets to success and let your garden flourish with radiant splendor. Dive into the world of morning glories today and watch your garden come alive with vibrant color and natural charm.
Download or read book Morning Glory written by Sarah Jio and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-11-26 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Times bestselling author of Always imagines life on Boat Street, a floating community on Seattle’s Lake Union, home to people of artistic spirit who for decades protect the dark secret of one startling night in 1959. Fleeing an East Coast life marred by tragedy, Ada Santorini takes up residence on houseboat number seven on Boat Street in search of inspiration and new opportunities. When she discovers a trunk left behind by Penny Wentworth, a young newlywed who lived on the boat half a century earlier, she is immediately drawn into this long lost story. Ever-curious, Ada longs to know her predecessor’s fate, but does not suspect that Penny’s mysterious past and her own clouded future are destined to converge...
Download or read book Structural botany written by Asa Gray and published by . This book was released on 1879 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Bulb Hunter written by Chris Wiesinger and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2013-09-27 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dubbed the Bulb Hunter in a 2006 New York Times feature story, Chris Wiesinger took his passion for bulbs to vacant lots, abandoned houses, cemeteries, and construction sites throughout the South in search of botanical survivors whose descendants had never seen the inside of a big-box chain store. The vintage specimens Wiesinger sought came from hardy, historic stock, adapted to human neglect and hot climates, reappearing faithfully over decades without care or cultivation. Traveling back roads, speaking to strangers, looking for the telltale color of a remnant iris or lily, Wiesinger started digging, then began trying to grow and share the bulbs he collected. From its humble beginnings on an East Texas sweet potato farm, his Southern Bulb Company has now grown into a full-fledged business known throughout the world, propagating and selling the rare, tough, heritage plants Wiesinger still seeks out and champions. Nicknamed “Flower” by his fellow cadets at Texas A&M University, Wiesinger relates his adventures in bulb hunting, telling stories of the bulbs he has discovered and weaving in his own life story as a student, plantsman, and small business owner. He then teams with veteran horticulturist William C. Welch to provide advice on how to grow and appreciate the bulbs that have been rescued and reintroduced. This “primer” gives gardeners information on what bulbs to grow where, when to plant them and when they bloom, and how to incorporate them with other plants in the landscape. Finally, Welch describes how bulbs have enhanced his personal gardens and brought him and Wiesinger together in the common cause of heirloom gardening. Entertaining, informative, and loaded with beautiful photographs, The Bulb Hunter is sure to be a favorite of gardeners and plant lovers everywhere.
Download or read book Morning Glory Blossoms written by Suchittthra Shreiyaa Lakshmi Vasu and published by Partridge Publishing Singapore. This book was released on 2017-12-07 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kajal Shreiyaa was born into a well-to-do family. Kajal is black kohl put on the eyes of women and is black in color, and Shreiyaa means beautiful and auspicious. This is the dark side and bright side of Kajal Shreiyaas life. You could say that she was fortunate, as she had everything as a young child and as a teenager. Her parents lavished her with love and gave her all sorts of luxuries, such as beautiful clothes, fine dining at high-end restaurants, toys from lands afar, and traveling experiences across the oceans to exotic lands like India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Europe, and Australia. The rich experience of travel to many countries set her apart from her other schoolmates. Not only did she travel, but she did so in luxury. She was used to having maids at her beck and call, and she dressed immaculately for every occasion. Gold, silk, and diamonds were her cup of tea from early youth; she learned to appreciate ostentatious items and enjoyed the opulence that surrounded her. Her upbringing was basked in the love of her parents and her only sibling, an older brother, Hemanth, who doted on his little sister. Her parents were successful in what they did and were family-oriented, driven to give their very best to the two children they had. Her father, Kishen Venugopal, was a successful property dealer who knew the ins and out of wheeling and dealing with the property market so that he had a Midas touch and every property sold made huge profits. He had the gift of maintaining a strong bank balance. Kajals mother, Nandini Venugopal, was a biology and English teacher at a renowned convent school in Singapore. Everything was fine; everything was beautiful. Summer flowers blossomed everywhere. It seemed that life had it made for her, all the way from childhood to teenage years and then young love to the man of her dreams. Then came the major slip, when the marriage to the love of her life crumbled. This book is about a broken young womans journey to enlightenment and rebuilding with spirit. Her dreams were broken, her life was broken, her spirit was broken. She picked up her life with deep inner cleansing, meditation, and praying with faith. His Holiness the Dalai Lama transformed her life, and she found a higher source of love. New aspirations, new dreams, new inspirations, and new love for God made a turn in her life. Having faith and holding on to God, she turned her life around, and she basked in the glorious love of God and the resplendent sunshine. This was her parents blessing: May you never forget God for even a moment! She became a well-received published author on an international level. She expressed herself with words that sang, painted the picture, and rewrote her life as a passionate wordsmith. She found she was surrounded by love as the morning glory blossoms.
Download or read book Morning Glories of Thailand and Southeast Asia written by George Staples and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Blooming Flower Rising written by Annette Greer and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2016-09-24 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blooming Flower Rising takes you into the not-so-far future where earthquakes and deadly sulfur gases have irrefutably damaged the Earth. The year is 2102, the skies are dark, and rain constantly falls on Earth. The Earth has not seen sunlight for many years, and only humans remain on Earth. Blooming Flower Rising is a young teenage girl living in the province of Hawaii with her Mama, Papa, and little brother. Her dream is to feel sunlight on her face and to grow flowers, which have long been extinct. Her Mama travel all over the world, selling gas masks, and her Papa stays home to raise her and her brother. She yearns to fit in to society, but a classmate named Morning Glory bullies her relentlessly because Blooming is the only person in the world who has blond hair in a world of brown-haired people. The day of the annual dance at the learning center, scientists predict the sun will come out for a short time. During the dance, an announcement made by the principal of the learning center broadcasts that the sun is coming out, and all the students run outside to see the sun for the first time, and maybe the only time in their lives, but where is Blooming?
Download or read book Cultivating Ipomoea Flowers written by Larry Herman and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ipomoea, A Genus Of Flowering Plants, Is A Member Of The Convolvulaceae Family And Is Usually Referred To As Morning Glory. These Colorful And Frequently Climbing Plants Are Famous For Their Flamboyant, Bell-Shaped Flowers And Leaves Shaped Like Hearts. Ipomoea Species Have A Global Distribution In Tropical And Subtropical Locations, Exhibiting A Diverse Range Of Hues And Variants. Below Is A Concise Overview Of Ipomoea Flowers: 1. Botanical Characteristics: Family: Convolvulaceae The Genus Of This Plant Is Ipomoea. Commonly Known As Morning Glory 2. Physical Characteristics: - Morning Glory Flowers Exhibit A Characteristic Funnel-Shaped Structure, With Petals Grouped In A Spiral Formation. - The Flowers Are Available In A Range Of Colors, Such As Blue, Purple, Pink, White, And Red. - The Plant's Aesthetic Appeal Is Enhanced By Its Heart-Shaped Leaves. 3. Behavioral Patterns: - Several Species Of Ipomoea Are Characterized By Their Climbing Or Trailing Nature, Employing Tendrils To Attach Themselves To Structures For Support. - These Plants Are Recognized For Their Swift Development And Have The Ability To Rapidly Spread Over Fences, Trellises, Or Other Upright Structures. 4. Cultural Importance: - Morning Glory Blooms Possess Cultural Importance In Various Societies. Within Certain Cultural Contexts, These Symbols Represent Concepts Such As Love, Affection, Or Mortality. - Because Of Their Fast Development, They Are Frequently Linked With Rejuvenation And The Splendor Of A Fresh Day. 5. Significance in the Natural Environment: - Ipomoea Species Enhance Ecological Well-Being By Attracting Pollinators Such As Bees And Butterflies. - Several Kinds Of Morning Glories Are Classified As Invasive In Specific Areas, Where They Outperform Native Plants. 6. Types: - There Are Many Different Types Of Ipomoea, Each Having Its Own Distinct Characteristics. Some Examples Of Morning Glory Plants Are The Heavenly Blue Morning Glory (Ipomoea Tricolor) And The Scarlet O'Hara Morning Glory (Ipomoea Nil). 7. Agriculture: - Morning Glories Are Typically Low-Maintenance Plants That Flourish In Soil With Good Drainage And Ample Sunlight. - They Are Commonly Cultivated From Seeds, And Their Fast Development Makes Them Favored Options For Gardening Aficionados. 8. Warning: - Certain Types Of Morning Glories Contain Alkaloids, Which Can Be Poisonous If Consumed. It Is Imperative To Practice Prudence And Ensure That They Are Kept Out Of Reach Of Pets And Young Children. Ipomoea Flowers Are Highly Sought After For Their Captivating Blossoms And Adaptable Qualities, Making Them A Favored Option For Both Decorative Horticulture And Cultural Representation. Their Capacity To Metamorphose Places With A Sudden Eruption Of Vivid Hues And Allure Renders Them A Highly Treasured Inclusion In Gardens Across The Globe.
Download or read book A History of Zinnias written by Eric Grissell and published by Purdue University Press. This book was released on 2020-03-30 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A History of Zinnias brings forward the fascinating adventure of zinnias and the spirit of civilization. With colorful illustrations, this book is a cultural and horticultural history documenting the development of garden zinnias—one of the top ten garden annuals grown in the United States today. The deep and exciting history of garden zinnias pieces together a tale involving Aztecs, Spanish conquistadors, people of faith, people of medicine, explorers, scientists, writers, botanists, painters, and gardeners. The trail leads from the halls of Moctezuma to a cliff-diving prime minister; from Handel, Mozart, and Rossini to Gilbert and Sullivan; from a little-known confession by Benjamin Franklin to a controversy raised by Charles Darwin; from Emily Dickinson, who writes of death and zinnias, to a twenty-year-old woman who writes of reanimated corpses; and from a scissor-wielding septuagenarian who painted with bits of paper to the “Black Grandma Moses” who painted zinnias and inspired the opera Zinnias. Zinnias are far more than just a flower: They represent the constant exploration of humankind’s quest for beauty and innovation.
Download or read book Flower Children written by Elizabeth Gordon and published by Applewood Books. This book was released on 2008-02-29 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published originally in 1910, this charming collection of flower poems and full-color illustrations animates the 82 flowers included in the book. From Crocus to Holly, the flowers are ordered in the book as each would appear throughout the year in a garden. Each illustration is half child and half flower, creating a wonderful way for children to see themselves in the natural world.
Download or read book Water Witchcraft written by Annwyn Avalon and published by Weiser Books. This book was released on 2019-03 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible in-depth guide to Celtic water lore, including spells, rituals, water spirits, and merfolk Let Annwyn Avalon, a practicing water witch herself, take you into the world of water magic. The water magic and lore in this book focuses on the Celtic tradition, but draws on other water magic traditions as well, and features rainwater, as well as lakes, rivers, oceans, canals, swamps, and other watery locations, together with the folk and magical customs that have been and are still practiced at these places. The book teaches the reader how to set up a water altar at home, how to connect with water spirits, and how to gather or create water witch tools. Readers are encouraged to visit local water sites but will also find an abundance of material to perform at home. Included are practical examples, visualizations, and exercises so any reader can start to take up spell work and establish their spiritual connection to water.
Download or read book Facing the Dawn written by Cynthia Ruchti and published by Revell. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ruchti has a gift for taking characters through their grief and lifting them to a place higher than themselves . . . The message of hope in a situation that seems hopeless is especially needed now."--Library Journal starred review "An emotional roller coaster of loss, faith, hope, and redemption. I couldn't stop reading."--Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author *** While her humanitarian husband Liam has been digging wells in Africa, Mara Jacobs has been struggling. She knows she's supposed to feel a warm glow that her husband is nine time zones away, caring for widows and orphans. But the reality is that she is exhausted, working a demanding yet unrewarding job, trying to manage their three detention-prone kids, failing at her to-repair list, and fading like a garment left too long in the sun. Then Liam's three-year absence turns into something more, changing everything and plunging her into a sunless grief. As Mara struggles to find her footing, she discovers that even when hope is tenuous, faith is fragile, and the future is unknown, we can be sure we are not forgotten . . . or unloved. With emotionally evocative prose that tackles tough topics with tenderness and hope, award-winning author Cynthia Ruchti invites you on a journey of the heart you won't soon forget. "Ruchti delivers well-rounded, believable characters and has a sure hand at charting the ways they process complex emotions. This packs an emotional punch."--Publishers Weekly "Ruchti delves deeply into the ebb and flow of Mara's struggles and weaves in themes of guilt, betrayal, hope, and redemption."--Booklist
Download or read book The Art of Wearable Flowers written by Susan McLeary and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2020-03-03 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Wearable Flowers reveals the secrets to creating gorgeous floral accessories that you can wear. This guide book provides how-tos for 40 floral wearables, including an eye-catching succulent ring, gorgeous hyacinth hoop earrings, a fabulous petal necklace, and a luxurious headpiece, plus bracelets, corsages, headbands, and more. ,br>Renowned floral artist Susan McLeary shares this stunning collection of 40 flower- and plant-based designs that you can try out for yourself. • Each project includes an ingredients list, styling tips, and easy-to-follow instructions paired with step-by-step photographs. • This flower arrangement books gets the ultimate makeover to elevate every outfit with natural beauty • Filled with essential information on tools, design techniques, and plant care, making it easy to create these remarkable arrangements at home Featuring hundreds of inspiring photographs presented in a beautifully designed book, The Art of Wearable Flowers is a must-have accessory for any modern woman. Susan McLeary's expertise in styling flowers—combined with breathtaking photos of her signature arrangements—makes this a wonderful gift for the florist-frequenter. • Not your average flower book, this book is for anyone who wants to make a show-stopping appearance at a wedding, birthday party, or any special occasion • Great for brides (and as a bridal shower gift!), florists, crafters, flower gardeners, and flower stylists • Perfect those who loved Paper to Petal: 75 Whimsical Paper Flowers to Craft by Hand by Rebecca Thuss and Patrick Farrell, The Flower Recipe Book by Alethea Harampolis, Seasonal Flower Arranging by Ariella Chezar, and The Flower Chef by Carly Cylinder
Download or read book How to Draw Flowers written by Barbara Soloff Levy and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2001-01-09 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers step-by-step instructions for drawing more than twenty varieties of flowers, including jack-in-the-pulpit, iris, and bird of paradise.
