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Kitty Bartholomew's Decorating Style
Kitty Bartholomew has been a treasured friend and mentor to me, and this delightful book captures her generous creative spirit. Whatever question you have about decorating, just look in the index, and she has great ideas for you. Her conversational style makes you feel like she’s sitting right next to you, chatting over a cup of tea. |
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New Decoupage
This is the latest edition of the book that taught me how to decoupage. Without it, I wouldn’t have made the Andy Warhol kitchen cabinets or fine art chairs. Durwin Rice has brought decoupage into the new millenium. His writing is hilarious, and his step-by-step instructions are so easy to follow. And how can you go wrong when his last name is my mother’s favorite food? |
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The Pocket Renovator
From the authors of “The Pocket Decorator” comes this new guide to every term you need to know about renovating your home. Thanks to this book, you’ll be armed with useful information when you work with a designer and architect, and you may even know more than them. |
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Beadalicious
Sonya Nimri, who you probably know as one of the top 3 finalists for the Today Show’s Domestic Diva contest, is a good friend of mine. This, her second book, is a must for anyone into beading. Her projects are so creative and fun. |
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Hip Hotels
I’m always inspired by walking into hip hotels. The over-the-top drama. The majestic luxury. The playful balance between form and function. Sometimes before designing a room I’ll look in this book to open my mind and stretch my creativity. |
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Crafty Chica’s Art de la Soul
The Crafty Chica, Kathy Cano Murillo, has a new line of craft products coming to a store near you, and this is just one of her amazing books. She is sweet, adorable, and a creative genius. |
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Jacquie Jordan: Get on TV
Jacquie Jordan is the media coach that helped me so much in putting together my press kit, training me for the cameras, and navigating the ins and outs of production companies. Almost everybody has some kind of expertise, and almost everybody can get on TV as some kind of expert. This book shows you how. |
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Bow Wow Wow: Fetching Costumes for Your Fabulous Dog
DIY Host Cathie Filian has written my dream book: how to make costumes for your dog. How cute is that?
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