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Books > Gardening > Floral crafts
'A total page-turner - I devoured it!' Sandy Barker Dax Hartley has
made flowers his entire life, just like his late father did. When
his dad's old florist's shop is up for sale, he has to have it.
Only problem is, he'd need to sell a kidney to afford it. The
reality show Battle of the Blossoms is the perfect opportunity to
win the money he needs, but when his childhood crush blows back
into his life, distractions risk taking his eyes off the prize. He
needs his head and heart to start working together to ensure he
doesn't miss the opportunity of a lifetime. Hollyn Matthews has
made some colossal mistakes in life.When she's dumped just as she's
expecting an engagement ring, she knows she's put her heart into
the wrong man. Hoping for a second chance at being a grown-up, she
moves home to stay with her brother and his best friend Dax, a boy
whose memory faded as she ran away from her past. Facing the hurt
she left behind means facing some home truths about herself, but
there's one boy who has always loved her, if only she'd take the
time to notice him. Prepare to swoon, laugh and punch the air with
Aimee Brown's new friends-to-lovers romance. Perfect for all fans
of Sariah Wilson, Lindsey Kelk and Abby Jiminez. What readers say
about Aimee Brown: 'This is wonderful, romantic and uplifting read
that I adored from beginning to end.' 'Couldn't put it down so
blissfully sweet. Exciting ever-changing story exactly what I
needed for a summer break.' 'Absolutely loved this book from
beginning to end, I couldn't put it down. Probably safe to say it's
the best book I've read.' 'This book is just so good it's funny,
sweet and crazy all at the same i couldn't stop reading and wanting
more.' 'Loved this book - a great story and really well written. At
times I literally couldn't put it down! I honestly couldn't guess
how the ending would turn out although luckily it was the way I
wanted it to!! Read it you won't be disappointed.'
A fun and accessible guide to painting flowers in watercolour with
step-by-step exercises. World-renowned artist Trevor Waugh reveals
the secrets of painting flowers in watercolour in this fun,
easy-to-follow book. Focusing on the techniques that matter the
most, you'll be able to start producing better flower paintings in
the space of an afternoon. The book includes expert guidance on all
aspects of flower painting in watercolour, including the basic
shapes and how to combine them, how to design the perfect
composition and how to create subtle and evocative effects. The
author shares tips on how to use colour to create realistic-looking
flowers and foliage, his go-to basic palette and details on how to
create beautiful, nuanced colour mixes. There is also a section on
how to achieve real artistry in your work, using hard and soft
edges, clever observation and different angles to perfect your
work. Armed with this beautiful book, packed with breathtaking
inspirational paintings and a selection of helpful step-by-step
demonstration sequences, you'll become an expert flower painting in
no time at all.
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