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I don't think I've ever come across a book about doing bas-relief before. The art looks really pretty. There seem to be a lot of ways to play with this technique, not only with different flowers, but with different methods to color the pieces. I suppose children could do the fun part of arranging and pressing the flowers in, but the rest seems pretty involved, and I think kids would just make a mess of it. It looks like it would be fun to try, but it does take a good number of materials (especially if you're making your own frame) and space to do all the work.

Not only is this book informative, it is beautiful.

I am always looking for new and unique hobbies to learn. And I never knw that casting flowers would be a hobby I would want to learn.

With step by step instructions, photos to help guide a beginner, this book is a must for any and all who are interested in this amazing hobby.

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Casting Flowers: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Beautiful Botanical Art by Rachel Dein is an exceptional resource for anyone interested in botanical art. As a potter who creates bas-relief embossing plates, I was particularly impressed by the author’s meticulous attention to detail in her clear, step-by-step instructions. The tips on removing plaster casts from frames and preparing them for hanging were especially helpful, offering practical insights that will make the process easier and more enjoyable. (I received an advance ready copy and all opinions are my own.) A beautifully crafted guide that combines technique and artistry with great precision!

What a fascinating and unique art form! I look forward to eventually trying the techniques described very clearly in this book. The ideas on seasonal flowers and plants to use was very helpful also.