Rene's Bouquets: A Guide to Euro-Style Hand-Tied Bouquets [Hardcover]

René van Rems (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 30, 2007

For anyone who loves flowers - from the at-home arranger to the professional designer - RENE'S BOUQUETS - A Guide to Euro-Style Hand-Tied Bouquets is a must-have resource for techniques, ideas, and inspiration. In page after page of gorgeous photographs, Dutch designer Rene van Rem AIFD reveals the secrets of European florists who use the traditional hand-typing method, in all its variations, to create sophisticated, breath taking bouquets.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Rene van Rems lifts the veil of mystery surrounding classic European design and hand-tied bouquets. --Lee Murphy - California Cut Flower Commission

For anyone who loves flowers- from the at-home arranger to the professional designer-RENE'S BOUQUETS- A Guide To Euro-Style Hand-Tied Bouquets is a must-have resource for techniques, ideas, and inspiration. In page after page of gorgeous photographs, Dutch designer René van Rem AIFD reveals the secrets of European florists who use the traditional hand-tying method, in all its variations, to create sophisticated, breathtaking bouquets. --Book Description

René van Rems is a world-renowned ambassador of the floral industry. Originally from Amsterdam, René has called San Diego, California, home for over 20 years. René and his work have been featured in numerous national publications like Better Homes & Gardens, Sunset Magazine, and Flowers & Magazine and been featured on Home & Garden Television, showcasing European influence on trends in American floral design. --About the Author

About the Author

Rene van Rems is a world-renowned ambassador of the floral industry. Originally from Amsterdam, Rene has called San Diego, California, home for over 20 years. Rene and his work have been featured in numerous national publications like Better Homes & Gardens, Sunset Magazine, and Flowers & Magazine and been featured on Home & Garden Television, showcasing European influence on trends in American floral design.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 136 pages
• Publisher: Rene Van Rems; 2nd edition (September 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977024504
• ISBN-13: 978-0977024506
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 12.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,122,531 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book ever written on the subject, August 11, 2005

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Russell (California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: René's Bouquets: A Guide to Euro-Style Hand-Tied Bouquets (English and Spanish Edition) (Paperback)

Anyone who has ever seen René on stage knows what an astonishing master he is of every facet of floral design; from the flowers themselves to foliage, botanicals, containers, and fabrics. We expect greatness from René and this book delivers it. The photography sets a new standard of excellence, the design is very Euro, and the binding and paper are like a fine art book. The best part though is that he is such a great teacher. It is wonderfully written with excellent step-by-step instructions and images. The text is in both English and Spanish. This book looks and feels like a book that sells for twice the price. The bouquets shots alone are worth the price of admission.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book with fresh ideas, October 1, 2006

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Elizabeth Kraus - See all my reviews
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This review is from: René's Bouquets: A Guide to Euro-Style Hand-Tied Bouquets (English and Spanish Edition) (Paperback)

In the book, Rene gives step by step instructions on how to create a European inspired hand-tied bouquet. We were able to follow the instructions and create fantastic bouquets based on Rene's advice. The photographs are beautiful.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Beautiful!!, September 6, 2006

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fourfigs (Magnolia, Texas United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: René's Bouquets: A Guide to Euro-Style Hand-Tied Bouquets (English and Spanish Edition) (Paperback)

I had the pleasure of seeing Rene give a talk in Houston to our group of "grocery store florists"....a very under-rated group of talented folks in our industry....He treated us as professionals!! What a wonderful talk and what a wonderful teacher and person!! His book is absolutely beautiful and very inspiring; His wonderful design talent shows in every detail....Many thanks to Rene for his time and the kind way he treated our group!! We all really appreciated the way he spoke to us as designers with something to contribute to our industry!
Thanks again!