Create a floral fantasy Gather, twist, and stitch an array of flowers from elegant ribbons and lace. Christen Brown, author of best-selling Ribbonwork Gardens, shares 132 flowers, leaves, and garden extras-each with complete instructions and colorful how-to photos. Readers will learn clever twists on vintage ribbonwork construction, plus hand-sewing basics and an overview of techniques. Fashion your own floral arrangements from interchangeable petals and leaves, two never-before-seen stem designs, and swappable centers. A gallery of bouquets will inspire you to craft realistic blooms, embellished with fruit, flourishes, and garden accessories. From single-stem posies to bountiful bouquets, this collection has something for everyone. 130+ exciting floral elements to sew from ribbon and lace Custom floral creations! Mix and match petals, centers, and greenery Embellish wearables, accessories, and home decor with hand-stitched details Step-by-step photos make everyone an expert Learn beginner-friendly construction tips from ribbonwork master Christen Brown

By Christen Brown

Visual Guide
Down The Garden Path
A Bag Full of Ribbons
Petals and Posies
Ribbonwork vs. Ribbon Embroidery
A Special Note
Ribbons and Lace
Your Flower Garden
A Variety Of Ribbons and Lace
Lace
Creating Unique Ribbons
Ribbonwork Techniques and Construction Basics
Choosing Your Materials
Construction Techniques
Unique Construction Techniques
Individual Parts
Beginning Gardens
Vintage Gardens
Minstrel Gardens
Summer Gardens
Bohemian Gardens
Elegant Gardens
Petals, Leaves, and Greenery
Centers and Extra Flourishes
Garden Accessories
Getting Down To Basics
Ribbon Basics
Basic Hand-Sewn Stitches
General Directions
Terms, Tools, and Tips
Ribbon Width RW
Skill Levels
Toolbox Basics
Ribbon Care and Storage
Common Questions and Trouble Shooting
Gallery About the Author