This book contains fifteen chapters on everything from Kitchens, Tabletops, and Entries, to Cozy Corners, Cheap Tricks, and Odd Sports. The first in a series of books on the Mary Engelbreit look-- certain to be a decorating and lifestyle favorite.
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Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal
Here, Engelbreit shares the philosophy she follows in life: "It's your house and it should be filled with the things and the colors that make you feel good." Rather than writing a step-by-step decorating book following the basic rules, the author offers a multitude of creative ideas using color illustrations with minimal text. This fun, whimsical book covers many different areas of the house-kitchens, fireplaces, children's rooms, windows, walls and pictures, and more. Recommended as an accessory to basic home decorating collections.
Barbara Bartos, St. Croix Central, Roberts, Wis.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Barbara Bartos, St. Croix Central, Roberts, Wis.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Mary Engelbreit's aphorisms and artwork appear on millions of greeting cards. Her popularity continues to grow due to the success of her books, calendars, home decor, stationery, and crafting products. She resides in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is whimsical, inspiring and it just plain makes me happy! I have looked at it so many times, I have almost memorized it. Anyone who is familiar with Mary Engelbreit loves her and her books are absolutely the best. If you want your home to have a fun, colorful, unique look, buy this book.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
MARY ENGELBREIT'S HOME COMPANION is a delightful book filled with her charming illustrations and beautifully decorated rooms.
If you're a fan of ME than you'll really enjoy this book. The photographs are good and the book is chock full of uniquely decorated rooms. I honestly have to say that almost every room has something in it that I would like to incorporate into my own home.
There are fifteen chapters and at the end of each a "project" is presented with instructions called "Watch ME Make It." Some of these are: A Tea Towel Pillow, Hand-Painted Picture Frame, and Birdhouse Bookends. Most of the projects seem to be fairly simple to do. To be honest, I don't usually do projects, but I'm very tempted to try to make several of these.
I loved looking at how "various collections" are incorporated into the styles of the different rooms. I'm a bit of a collector myself, and it was a treat for me to notice that some items that I have from my own collections are featured in the pictures.
It may sound odd to say this about a book on decorating, but I found HOME COMPANION to be very uplifting and a joy to read. I think I could live in this book!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
ME is an inspiration to all of us who love her style without the fuss. Her ideas for the home are simple to obtain and cost very little. I have shared this book with many of my friends, and they too are now hooked.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
My wife loved it.
Always a great book if it is by ME. This one is especially delightful. Get one if you can, it is a classic.
Published 3 days ago by RP
5.0 out of 5 stars
My favorite home decorator !
I have so much Mary Engelbreit in my home, I just love her. She has bright colorful ideas on how to decorate your home. If you like really classy, upscale stuff, skip this book. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Hedy Quilter
5.0 out of 5 stars
Chock full of full
I tone down some of the numbers to suit 2013 but not her style... she is timeless in my opinion. :)
Published 3 months ago by Tanya Laporte
5.0 out of 5 stars
Comfortable and welcoming
I have several Mary Engelbreit books and the designs never go out of style. Her style is cozy, fresh and colorful.
Published 3 months ago by MamaChi
5.0 out of 5 stars
Greatb Book
In great condition, Just a great book for ideas and was to do different things. Have fun with the book, I have.
Published 3 months ago by Paul Schaafsma
5.0 out of 5 stars
Moments of pleasure
Mary Engelbreit's drawings are timeless! Ideas for decorating are on each page, and the charm of it all settles in on you.
Published 23 months ago by Mary Mahoney
3.0 out of 5 stars
depends on your mood
If you enjoy Mary's illustrations and want to see lots of them, as well as get decorating ideas, then you will probably enjoy this book. Read more
Published on August 18, 2004 by Tonya Ricucci
5.0 out of 5 stars
Decorating Inspiration.
I used some of the ideas shown in the book to redecorate my daughter's bedroom. Only have one bad thing to say about this book... Read more
Published on July 5, 1998
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