Shabby Chic: Sumptuous Settings and Other Lovely Things

by Rachel Ashwell

Creating beautiful, sumptuous settings for any occasion! Top designer Rachel Ashwell, founder of the Shabby Chic line, is known for her trademark style of transforming drab interiors into warm, inviting spaces. Simply by incorporating a few design elements and a splash of color, Rachel is able to make any environment, whether it's a home or a special event, beautiful and fun. In Shabby Sumptuous Settings and Other Lovely Things , Rachel proves that her style isn't simply about creating an attractive home but also about creating joyful and pleasant settings for those we love. In this beautiful volume, Rachel applies her distinct eye for style to six very different locations and celebrations, and offers helpful tips on how to host whimsical and unforgettable events. Whether it is casual or formal, big or small, this beautiful book proves that entertaining need not be expensive. From flea markets to local antiques malls, Rachel reveals that the trick to making any event or space something elegant—without breaking the bank—is simply a matter of inspiration, imagination, and the discovery of a fabulous buy. Inside, you'll find practical ideas for any occasion, baby showers to weddings, birthday parties to bar mitzvahs. When it comes to setting a scene, Rachel is an expert and with her easy how-to advice, you can be too. Rachel Ashwell is the creator of the Shabby Chic style. In 1989, she founded the Shabby Chic home furnishing stores and then later, the Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture stores. She is the author of Shabby Chic, Rachel Ashwell's Shabby Chic Treasure Hunting and Decorating Guide, The Shabby Chic Home, and Shabby The Gift of Giving.

Genres: Nonfiction, Interior Design, Design

208 pages, Hardcover

First published November 23, 2004

Reviews

[Donna Cope · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not exactly what I was expecting it to be, I thought it was more a home decor type book but it mainly focused on different events. It did have some nice ideas in it.

[Sophie Riggsby / allthingsequilateral · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Rachel Ashwell. I love that her stuff is available at Target. This book gave me some great ideas for little party doo-dads...that I wouldn't have thought of myself.

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

The pics weren't as fantastic as I'd hoped, but there were some really beautiful ideas in here.

[Anne-Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm painting everything white. Everything.

[Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like most of the decorating ideas, but am dismayed that many of the supplies (especially some vintage ones) may prove hard to find. Still got good ideas and love the photography.