Saturday, April 29, 2023

FRENCH BLOOMS: FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS INSPIRED BY PARIS AND BEYOND

 

FRENCH BLOOMS: 
Floral Arrangements Inspired
by Paris and Beyond
by Sandra Sigman
Photography by Kindra Clineff
Rizzoli, $40.00
April 2023
Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield
Author, Splendid Sass


Sandra Sigman learned all about beautiful flowers and greenery and the materials used to create arrangements in her twenties in Paris. She also learned how to clean and condition her materials. 


She creates and shares these florals with passion, movement, surprise and texture. The containers she uses create stunning these beauties. Who isn’t excited about this time of year and the bounty?


Below I have shared some of the images included in this lovely book. ENJOY!











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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

CASA SANTA FE: DESIGN, STYLE, ARTS AND TRADITION

 

CASA SANTA FE:
Design, Style, Arts and 
Tradition
Photography by Melba Levick
Text by Ruben G. Mendoza
Rizzoli, $55.00
March 2023
Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield
Author, Splendid Sass


Natural materials, the desert, and plastered walls are all a small part of the Santa Fe style and architecture. The tin chandeliers, wooden beams, iron doors and gates are a part of the interiors. These are influences of the Hispanic and Native American homes. 


This book is filled with 288 pages of these beautiful homes and gardens, and I have chosen a few of my favorites. ENJOY! 












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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

A HOUSE IN MAINE: NINA CAMPBELL

 

A HOUSE IN MAINE: 
NINA CAMPBELL
by Giles Kime
Photography by Paul Raeside
Rizzoli, $60.00
April 2023
Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield
Author, Splendid Sass


I have no idea where to start when it comes to introducing and sharing the beautiful work of Nina Campbell, and the work produced. I have followed her work for quite some time, and I can tell you, without a doubt, she is one of the best and talented designers. 

Nina, at home in Britain, has designed and refurbished homes, in addition to creating Annabel's, a private club in London. Her entertaining skills are beyond perfection. Her taste is the best.

Below are some images that I would like to share with you.  ENJOY!





































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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

THE ARTISTRY OF FLOWERS: FLORAL DESIGN BY LA MUSA DE LAS FLORES


THE ARTISTRY OF FLOWERS
FLORAL DESIGN BY LA MUSA
DE LAS FLORES 
Prestel, $50.00
March 2023
Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield
Author, Splendid Sass


I do not believe anyone appreciates beautiful flowers and their 
arrangements more than I do.  The scent, the petals, the greenery, the color, the shape, and the the creation of a masterpiece is endless.

In this beautiful book, you will see numerous possibilities, just waiting for your extraordinary mind to go into play.

Below you will be able to see a few of the flowers I am referring to. ENJOY! 















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