Customer Reviews

Garden Parties

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Suzy Bales' Garden Party will make you want to, well, have a party. Michael Luppino's gorgeous photographs, coupled with Bales' clear, simple writing style combine to create a book in which fantasy can become reality and the beautiful is celebrated.

Some of the ideas presented are not new (for example, sugar coating flower petals) but are presented clearly and in an easy to follow fashion. But Bales really shines when she describes her own new concepts like the bird bath serving stand - it's a great idea that deserves the spotlight it receives. Every page holds an idea that someone who loves home entertaining will want to try. The recipes all work, to boot (not always a guarantee with cookbooks!).

I was looking for garden party inspiration for our wedding. This book gave me ideas and better still, a focus. I love the way it's broken into themed parties. You can pull a bit from each of them. Decor ideas. Great recipes included, some of which we tested and will serve for the reception. I'll be able to use this book not just for the wedding, but as a reference for inspiration for all parties...indoor included.

This is an amazing book. Perfect recipes and fabulous ideas abound. If you like tea parties, this book is a must have. I highly recommend.

This book is in a word, dignified. Much better than Trickington's guide. Topics covered: Connecticut Casual Dress, Finger Sandwiches, Tea, Announcing guests as they enter (******spoiler alert****** the more volume displayed the more honor bestowed on you and all the guests!). The list goes on, a must read.