Crochet stunning collages based on the flowers and plants in the designer''s cottage garden, on the edge of the beautiful North York Moors National Park.Roughly following the pattern of the seasons—from the first flowers in spring to the frosty leaves of winter—each of the ten collages has a different composition. There are wreaths and bouquets, some designs have flowers arranged in a jug or a vase, while in others the plants grow straight from the ground.The collage themes include Woodland Glade, inspired by a sun-dappled, shady forest corner with ferns and snowdrops. The Vintage Blue Bouquet collage is inspired by the shapes and soft pastel colours of Lily-of-the-Valley and Scabious, while the Flower Meadow collage evokes a prairie-style meadow with ornamental grasses interspersed with tall perennial flowers.You can have fun recreating the collages that Chris has designed or you can mix and match the motifs of your favourite plants and flowers to make your own creations. There are instructions for which yarn to use for each motif, but you can experiment with different types to create your own versions.As well as the beautiful crochet collages, which can be mounted and framed, there are ideas for what to make from the crocheted motifs including decorative applique embellishments on clothes and homewares, as well as bookmarks and keyring charms.
