Book Description
From the mother-daughter team that runs an award-winning gift shop comes boundless inspiration and dozens of ideas for home decoration, all gorgeously displayed in color photographs. From soft country to charming French style, from exotic Eastern influences to vintage beauty, there’s a décor suggestion to suit every desire. And these realistic plans take time and financial considerations into account, too. The little touches that can add élan to a room include bed trays made from elaborate picture frames and beveled glass, decoupaged cherubs decorating an alcove, and brilliant colors that evoke sun-drenched landscapes.
Ruby & Begonia's Decorating Style FROM THE PUBLISHER
From the mother-daughter team that runs an award-winning gift shop comes boundless inspiration and dozens of ideas for home decoration, all gorgeously displayed in color photographs. From soft country to charming French style, from exotic Eastern influences to vintage beauty, there's a décor suggestion to suit every desire. And these realistic plans take time and financial considerations into account, too. The little touches that can add élan to a room include bed trays made from elaborate picture frames and beveled glass, decoupaged cherubs decorating an alcove, and brilliant colors that evoke sun-drenched landscapes.
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Library Journal
Co-owners of the Ruby & Begonia gift store, this mother-and-daughter team has received numerous awards from Gifts & Decorative Accessories magazine for its innovative design and promotion. Here they describe how they create different moods through decorating. They also share their ideas on how to create a d cor similar to that found in their store, an eclectic mix of vintage, country, and handcrafted items that is becoming known as shabby chic. They show in a multitude of color photos how to create different themes in the home based on harvest time, a summer house, or a soft country look. Useful for large collections whose patrons have a continued interest in this style of decorating. Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.
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