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It might seem counterintuitive for a successful florist to add paper blooms to her business — but then, a little unpredictability is what we’ve always loved about Livia Cetti’s artful creations. When she worked as a stylist for Martha Stewart Weddings, her bouquets and decorations were bold, lyrical, and playful—never quiet or subtle — and always full of character.
Cetti brings these qualities to her paper flowers, building bridal bouquets and other arrangements that can be longlasting keepsakes or permanent works of art in your home. In her book, she shares step-by-step techniques for making incredibly lifelike roses, cherry blossoms, dahlias, and many more. She begins with an explanation of the methods and materials needed to master the fundamentals, then follows with page after page of paper blossoms you’re sure to fall in love with.
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Lovely Look-alikes
This paper geranium even has a flowerpot (no watering necessary); as with most of the flowers in the book, you begin by cutting shapes out according to the templates provided.
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Painting the leaves makes each flower one of a kind (just as in nature).
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Multilayered ranunculus blossoms come in many varieties, so it’s an easy flower to improvise with.
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This spirited arrangement is every bit as intricate and interesting as one made with fresh flowers.
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A vase of tall, graceful hollyhocks makes a big — and lasting — impression.
SOURCE:http://www.marthastewart.com/1064172/exquisite-book-paper-flowers