Kew Book of Paper Gardens

Author: Fideli Sundqvist, 128 pages, 243 x 197 mm. Paperback, ISBN 9781800923423, Search Press in association with Kew Publishing, 2025.

Lush, evergreen and made entirely from paper, create 50 stunning projects, from delicate leaves and dreamy floral bouquets to sculptural potted plants.

Step into a world of paper botanicals with celebrated artist Fideli Sundqvist.

Discover the enchanting art of paper crafting with this inspiring guide endorsed by the prestigious Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, this book will help you to transform your home into a year-round paper garden.

• The book leads budding paper gardeners through a variety of 50 leaves, flowers and potted plants, from bold monstera leaves and dainty forget-me-nots to trailing ivy and a fruit-laden lemon tree.
• Starting with a beginner-friendly guide to the basic materials and techniques required, the book contains handy step-by-step tutorials and ready-to-trace full-size templates. Interspersed throughout are stunning 'exploded flower' photographs, enabling you to see the components close up.
• Learn essential papercrafting techniques, from basic folding and cutting to more advanced paper modelling, using wires as armatures to give your plants and flowers structure and life, and using small amounts of double-sided tape or glue to secure your creations.
• Unleash your imagination and experiment with different paper types and textures, including crepe and tissue.
• Create a garden of verdant, hand-crafted beauty, where paper blossoms burst into life.

Author Information

Fideli Sundqvist, a Swedish artist and designer, developed a passion for papercraft as a college student. Inspired by Chinese papercuts and the work of Rob Ryan, she began experimenting with paper cutting, eventually transitioning to three-dimensional paper sculptures. She honed her skills at university, where she explored the transformation of flat templates into intricate objects. After graduating, Sundqvist joined an agency and began collaborating with photographers to elevate her paper creations through lighting and digital techniques. Her work has since expanded to include various commercial projects, from building props for campaigns to designing entire environments for advertising and editorial contexts.

Sundqvist's unique approach to papercraft involves a blend of technical precision and artistic expression, resulting in captivating and imaginative pieces. She is passionate about animal rights and nature preservation, and The Kew Book of Paper Gardens is a reflection of her love for the natural world. In recent years Fideli has been working with her husband, Hannes Anderzen, who is a photographer and animator. She lives and works in Sweden.