{"product_id":"the-pressed-flower-handbook-by-sarah-holland-9780760399828","title":"The Pressed Flower Handbook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the timeless art of flower pressing with simple, sustainable techniques and projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Pressed Flower Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e is an inspiring and accessible guide to the age-old craft of flower pressing, told through the seasonal rhythms of Sarah Holland's garden. As the artist behind the popular Meadow and Thyme brand, Sarah brings her thoughtful perspective and sustainable ethos to every page, showing you how to grow, gather, press, and craft with flowers through all four seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis richly illustrated book features step-by-step instructions for traditional pressing techniques, storage tips, troubleshooting, and guidance on preserving colour and form. It also includes a beautiful collection of creative projects that turn pressed flowers into lasting works of art, such as wall pieces, greeting cards, and meaningful tokens to share.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by gorgeous colour photographs and presented in a warm, instructive voice, you'll find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSeason-by-season advice for gathering the best blooms and foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSarah's personal techniques for successful pressing using natural methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTroubleshooting tips for avoiding mould, fading, breakage, and other potential problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProject inspiration for art, gifts, keepsakes, and decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn introduction to floriography, the language of flowers, to add symbolic meaning to your creations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReflections on mindfulness and slow living, making this book as restorative as the craft itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're new to flower pressing or returning to it with fresh eyes, \u003cem\u003eThe Pressed Flower Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e invites you to engage deeply with the natural world—and to create beautiful things that last. It's both a how-to guide and a celebration of sustainable creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47496619622636,"sku":"9780760399828","price":65.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780760399828-the-pressed-flower-handbook.jpg?v=1775799798","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/the-pressed-flower-handbook-by-sarah-holland-9780760399828","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}