Flower Drying with a Microwave: Techniques and Projects

Titia Joosten's book swept Europe, then America as the first to show decorators and crafters how to dry flowers, fauna, and leaves without the necessity of time, space, and light used in traditional methods before the advent of the microwave --- and get fabulous results bursting with color. This slender, 72 page work is concise and jam-packed with easy-to-follow directions and instructions. As well as drying techniques, Ms. Joosten includes marvelous see-and-do illustrations to demonstrate flower wiring and clustering. Wreath-making as well as garlands are covered here. And mirror, window, or over-the-door embellishments. This is an absolute gem for the professional or the amateur. Professional credits to Studio 4 Colour of Amsterdam and Seudio Veldkamp, photography; Bronja Cramer, drawings; De Walburg Nursery; and Sandy Mush Herb Nursery.