The Love Language of Flowers

Praise

“A most elegant and timeless compendium for flower lovers. The gorgeous photography accompanied by heartfelt prose, the advice and wisdom, the recipes for arranging, and the meaning of flower varieties…this book is truly a genuine tribute to blooms and blossoms, and a guide I never knew I so desperately needed.”

—Angela Ferraro-Fanning, founder of Axe & Root Homestead, author of The Sustainable Homestead

“Jess has a magical way of capturing the fascinating world of botanicals, encouraging us into the garden and guiding us in creating beauty with gifts from nature. This book is enchanting to the eyes, inspiring for the mind, and refreshing for the soul.”

—Maggie Hyde, Petal Back Farm

“The lost art of using flowers to express yourself is something Jess is bringing back to life. This book gives beautiful and practical information, inspiring us all to speak in a forgotten language. It’s a welcome return to bringing magic back to not only special occasions, but also our everyday.”

—Bailey Van Tassel, The Kitchen Garden Society

“The Love Language of Flowers is bursting with stunning photography and practical guides to elevate your own floral designs. It should be an essential addition to every flower lover’s tool kit.”

—Graeme Corbett, Bloom & Burn

“A feast for the eyes, a spark to the mind, and a tug on the heart. Jess brings her wholly unique and stunning touch to the art of floral arrangements. A complete capture of simple beauty, and the power flowers evoke in us all.”

—Skye Hamilton, Hamilton House Designs

“The Love Language of Flowers is sure to become a treasured resource of inspiration and technique for all those who find themselves called to create with nature’s floral bounties. A book to enjoy alongside warm tea on cold winter days, as we wait for spring blossoms to allow us to put it to practical use.”

—Robyn Chubey, Prairie Glow Acres

“Flowers are a language unto themselves, and they engage our senses on a different level. Whether we garden and work with them on a regular basis or we simply buy them to enjoy and create a mood or decorate a space, flowers are the perfect adornment and creative medium. The Love Language of Flowers is a visually captivating and soul-inspiring book that will put you in touch with the ‘craft of making.’ It will draw you into the timeless, creative space of using your hands to bring beauty to life. This book will inspire you in a multitude of ways as it provides you with the guidance, tools, and timeless wisdom to cultivate beautiful projects to love again and again.”

—Jan and Erin Johnson, founders of Trailblazher Inc., publishers of Trailblazher magazine

“The Love Language of Flowers draws you in with stunning photography and keeps the reader engaged with an abundance of floral tips and tricks. Each page inspires gardeners and vintage lovers alike to create beautiful bouquets of their own. Cheers to Buttermore and McGuinness.”

—Penny Pennington Weeks, gardener and blogger