REVIEW: SECOND BLOOM: CATHY GRAHAM'S ART OF THE TABLE

SECOND BLOOM: 
Cathy Graham's Art of the Table
by Joanna Coles and Alexis Clark
Vendome New York $35.00
September 2017
Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

I must say that it felt like a party when I opened the box that included this wonderful book.  Not only was the bejeweled box amazingly beautiful, the package included a journal with a lovely cover laden with beautiful artwork. 

The pages throughout this book are absolutely beautiful.  As a creator of embroidered linens, the tablescapes were especially spectacular to pore over.  The pages are filled with small to massive floral, vegetable, and fruit arrangements, alongside unique hand painted invitations and place cards. 

Cathy is a party planner, and this book is full of tips on entertaining, and she shares her tips on floral arranging and party and dinner planning. Her signature "still life" arrangements of bottles complete with an individual bloom are lovely.

The link to purchase this book is at the end of this post.  ENJOY!

BOOK REVIEW: BETH WEBB: AN EYE FOR BEAUTY: ROOMS THAT SPEAK TO THE SENSES

BETH WEBB: AN EYE FOR BEAUTY: ROOMS THAT SPEAK TO THE SENSES

by Beth Webb
Written with Judith Nasatir
Foreword by Clinton Smith

Rizzoli New York $50.00
September 2017
Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

I have been following the work of Beth Webb for several years, and I can tell you without doubt, she is one of the most talented interior designers in the business.  Her flawless taste, with the perfect combination of texture, art, and color, is what makes her work so high in demand.

Beth travels the world, taking in the architecture, design techniques, and the art created by artists in each country.  A Master's degree from Sotheby's in London provided her with a deeper insight into the world of interiors.

Each page of this book is absolutely stunning and at the same time an education in how to do design right. Without hesitation, I recommend this book to all design enthusiasts, no matter your style. This is a five star creation.

Beth, thank you for sharing your heart and your talent with us.

ABOUT BETH

Beth entered the interior design world as an art dealer with a Master's from Sotheby's, and it shows in every room she designs. Beth's company, Beth Webb Interiors, has been showcased in House Beautiful, Traditional Home,Veranda, and Atlanta Lifestyles magazines.

Beth won the prestigious Southeast Designer of the Year Award in 2015.  She serves on the board of the Design Leadership Network and The Florence Academy of Art, and is a member of the Institute of Classical Architecture and art and the Leaders of Design Council.