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Faux Flowers

A rose is a rose. But is it really? Take a closer look. Faux flowers have never looked so good, and today they're more popular than ever. Multihued hydrangeas, gossamer poppies, slender lilies, and hundreds of other varieties are widely available and incredibly lifelike. In this beautifully illustrated guide, floral designer Richard Kollath and writer Ed McCann demonstrate how easy it is to use faux flowers to add lasting, blooming color to every room of the house.

Paperback / List Price $19.95
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Country Finishes

Kollath uses colorful painted finishes and simple techniques to turn old furniture and garage-sale finds into interesting, one-of-a-kind pieces. He provides clear, concise, step-by-step directions for applying a variety of finishes and techniques, and provides high-quality color illustrations of the 22 projects included.

Hardcover / List Price $24.95
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Wreaths - Creative Ideas for the Year Round

Beautiful wreaths are expensive to buy but are surprisingly easy to make. With simple instructions, this craft book is sure to inspire readers to try their hands at making gorgeous and imaginative straw, grapevine, wire, and evergreen wreaths for any season of the year. Stunning photos of seventy-five different wreaths with a great assortment of adornment offer good reasons for a family outing in search of wildflowers, vines, and leaves. Kollath also provides practical advice on everything you need to know about making wreaths.

Paperback / List Price $14
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Richard Kollath pictured with his friend and literary agent Emma Sweeney.
To learn about Emma and her work Go to Emma Sweeney Agency