Flower Arranging : Page 6

But this is not a book on horticulture, ceramics, art, or even how to dothe flowers, for this latter is already covered by a number of books alreadyon the market.

It is a book of basic ideas—ideas, that by their mere presentation mayset off a whole train of thoughts and new creative ideas in your own mind.So many times when a friend has complained to me that she hasn't a certainvase, I have suggested that perhaps she might use a glass powder bowl, ora sauceboat, or an inlaid work box, only to notice that in a short while sheresponds with a number of further suggestions. It was the little spark thatwas needed to set her own imaginative mind in motion. And may I remindthose who are new to this subject not to be afraid to make a start ? Thereis no mystery about it, neither need it take up very much time or cost a lotof money.