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Binding: HardcoverDewey Decimal Number: 745.92 EAN: 9781423603290 ISBN: 142360329X Label: Gibbs Smith, Publisher Manufacturer: Gibbs Smith, Publisher Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 160 Publication Date: March 28, 2008 Publisher: Gibbs Smith, Publisher Studio: Gibbs Smith, Publisher Editorial Review: Product Description: In this third book, Charles Faudree shares some of his most recent signature Country French interiors and introduces floral artist Toni Garner, his personal florist, to create what he deems the ultimate accessory for every room in a home-fresh flower arrangements. Offering a rich visual text of interior design ideas he shows that using flowers in creative combinations and unique containers will set your rooms apart from and above all others. From table toppers to show stoppers, these ebullient artists offer a cornucopia of fresh floral and interior design tips and suggestions. Sections Include: Viva la Difference Flowers Family Spaces Private Moments The Magic of One Flower Charles Faudree's Country French Living and Charles Faudree's French Country Signature have sold over 110,000 copies. Toni Garner shares tips for using non-traditional containers and creating memorable bouquets. Faudree has been named one of House Beautiful's "Top Designers in America" and has been featured in numerous publications, including Veranda, House and Garden, and Traditional Home.His career has spanned over 35 years with clients throughout the United States, the Bahamas, and Europe.Arrangements are presented as non-static, and emphasize the life cycle of an arrangement from tight buds to mature bouquets dropping petals on the table. Author Bio: International designer Charles Faudree's first book, Charles Faudree's French Country Signature, introduced in 2003, is still being printed. In 2005 his second book, Charles Faudree's French Country Living, sold over 60,000 copies in less than six months. While writing books, Charles maintains a retail shop in Tulsa, and has launched a fabric line, The Charles Faudree Collection, for Vervain. In 2002 he was named one of America's top 100 designers. He lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Toni Garner opened her Tulsa flower shop 24 years ago and has collected awards for her innovative floral designs, and has appeared in publications including Veranda, Architectural Digest, and Traditional Home as well as all of Charles Faudree's books. She has been honored as Oklahoma Designer of the Year and has been named Oklahoma Magazine's "Best Florist" for 10 years running. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - DisappointmentI bought this book expecting so much more and I was very disappointed. The pictures are lovely but I've seen them before and the text is nothing new. This is a book formed out of all the stuff that was on the cuttingroom floor from the last books. Save your money and buy gas for your car. Rating:  - Fab-u-lous!!!!I have been a Charles Faudree fan for years and eagerly awaited the publication of his first book, then second and now third. Every time I go to Tulsa, I make it a point to go to his shop and try to absorb some of the class and style that is such an inherent part of his design philosophy...and I have managed to purchase a bauble or two to add to my own decor. This trip we were fortunate enough to meet Toni Garner at her shop. She's friendly, helpful and her shop smelled like heaven. She was in ... Read More Rating: - Charles Faudree Country French Florals & InteriorsAnother wonderful book by Charles his taste is a inspiration to home owners. I was very pleased to see that he kept the wonderful Tole Figures in his own home, that he purchased from me. Ted Rating: - Most Elegant Designer.....I can't get enough of Charles Faudree......I have his other two books & this one is a wonderful addition to the continuing process of his being ahead of the curve. I travel often & his decor accents are all globally purchased...has to be since I only see them in the exotic countries I travel to. I am impressed that he decorated a gorgeous Spanish Mansion & wish I could afford to hire him for my plantation. Happy Reading & Be Inspired! Rating: - French DecorationNot as great as I thought - a bit disappointing - decor a bit stuffy and outdated. |
