In this follow-up to "The Apron Book," Geisel shares her own and others' stories and memories from the linen closet. Stories are accompanied by photos of the tablecloths, napkins, and other table linens passed from generation to generation.
"Home Comforts" meets Miss Manners in this elegant, comprehensive guide to the table -- an invaluable resource for every aspect of formal and informal dining and entertainment. 130 line drawings throughout. 16 pages of color photos.
The authors believe that everything about a meal should reflect the season in which it's eaten. In this book they shop not only for seasonal ingredients but for table decorations, and then guide us through the creation of a summertime tea-for-two party in a meadow, a tailgate party for fall, asparagus centerpieces for spring, and apple-and-clove ...
A definitive manual on the art of napkin folding and table setting. Includes step-by-step instructions and colour photographs on how to make 80 fantastic napkin shapes, including a melon, unicorn, tent, banana and swaying palm; and ten super table settings added to further spark the reader's creative skills. In addition, there is advice on ...
The authors of Forks, Knives & Spoons and Birdhousing turn their attention to the dining table, where they go beyond place settings to lend stylish flair to both formal and casual meals. Each of the featured settings is accompanied by detailed information about plates, flatware, and centerpieces. As a bonus, 30 recipes for dishes featured in the ...
No well-dressed table is complete without an expertly folded napkin adorning each diner's place, giving guests an enticing hint of the culinary delights to come. Now anyone can experience a touch of elegance, whether on a lavish holiday spread or for simply dressing up everyday meals, with the dozens of forms displayed here, from the classic Roll ...
From the experts at "Victoria" magazine, this collector's edition beautifully illustrates how to re-create the holidays of a gentler, more elegant era. Nostalgic decorating tips, thoughtful packaging ideas, memorable recipes, and pictorials from charming shops and country inns all invoke the spirit of Christmas with that special Victorian touch.
This book contains inspired table settings for all occasions, from Christmas dinners to children's parties, beach barbecues to birthday buffets. How much better food tastes when it is thoughtfully presented at a beautifully set table. Table decoration creates an atmosphere of hospitality, conviviality and style, and makes your guests feel truly ...
The bestselling author of "The Scented Room, Simply Flowers", and "All Things Are Possible" now applies her talents to creating splendid tables with this collection of dozens of ideas for marvelous centerpieces, napkin rings, candles, and more. 275 color photos.
In Tablescapes: Setting the Table with Style and Flair, socialite, high-end event planner, and consummate hostess Kimberly Schlegel Whitman shows how to set the stage for special-occasion meals by setting a beautifully creative table with flair and panache. Featuring some of the most exquisite china, silver, and crystal, Whitman shows how she ...
In collaboration with photographer Joshua Greene (Lee Bailey's Country Weekends), journalist Shelia Chefetz presents a unique book that turns the dining experience into a feast for the senses. 250 full-color illustrations.
With its intriguing and heartwarming stories, and over 100 colorful images of Christmas and the holidays, A Tiffany Christmas is the perfect gift book--as practical in its suggestions as it is inspirational in its beauty--and an indispensible resource for all those interested in celebrating a glorious holiday season in the Tiffany style. 110 full ...
Now readers can serve with style using this book of step-by-step instructions for garnishing any type of food. All techniques illustrated with color photos.
Ever since the fabulous Fiestaware comeback of the 1980s. retro tableware has been popular with collectors and mainstream magazines alike. Illustrated with dramatic original photography by Thomas Stewart, Modern Retro Table Style contains numerous examples of 1950s functionalism married with the sophistication of 1970s style, and with the ...
Sharing food is the universal expression of friendship and hospitality, and much of the enjoyment of inviting friends and family to join in a meal is the pleasure of preparing it, making the table look inviting as well as the food delicious. A beautifully laid table provides an inviting ambience that both welcomes the guests and complements the ...
Simple techniques and tools make it possible to create absolutely stunning centerpieces that will be the talk of the party. Butterflies and rosebuds from colorful beets, carrots, and radishes are easily crafted. Elaborate melon lanterns and "flower" filled vases are crafted step-by-step in pictures, making it easy for you to follow the directions. ...
This color illustrated guide for the beginning food sculptor explores different carving techniques and offers a broad range of projects simple enough for anyone to accomplish, beautiful enough to astonish any guest. Likewise, the experienced food sculptor will find this book a gold mine of ideas, packed with images and stencil templates for ...
More than a how-to design book, The Well-Set Table will inspire readers to create their own unforgettable events and show them how to live with style: with unique table settings, flower arrangements, ways to celebrate holidays, dining menus, and more. Ryan Gainey is a garden designer and crator of a PBS-TV Series, The Well-Placed Weed. 175 full ...
From Susie Fishbein, author of the most popular kosher cookbook series ever, comes a tantalizing new volume tailored for the time constrained cook in all of us! Featuring the high quality approach associated with the first three volumes, Fishbein serves up uncompromisingly delicious recipes that are short on prep and long on taste and eye appeal. ...
Ron Morgan is well known as an innovative floral designer. Here, he demonstrates the beauty and versatility of clear glass vessels in home decorating. Whether filling glassware with flowers, shells, vegetables, nuts, fruits, or unusual plant materials, the end result is fun, casual, easy, and affordable. Morgan provides templates from his original ...
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