French Accents: Farmhouse French Style for Today's Home (2nd Edition)

I like Anita’s decorating style throughout her book. My favorite is her Dreamy Bedrooms and flowing ruffled bedspead! I made a bedspread using white muslin for my guest bed. Using her easy-to-follow pattern I finished it over a weekend!

The author gives instructions for distressing/upcycling as well as making ruffled cushions and bed linen, while also sharing her shopping "secrets". The photos are well done and at the end of the book she shows the evolution of several rooms (invaluable content, in my opinion). I really enjoyed the variety and number of bedroom examples from her home and others. Bedrooms are so often blah, an afterthought - not so I'm this book, thank goodness! This is a comfortable, usable French style. There's nothing overly decayed or unattainable.The kindle edition has formatting flaws, but anyone who's paying attention can easy associate the correct photo to it's accompanying explanation.

This is such a well done book. Her tips are invaluable! Her sewing instructions for the various projects were clear, concise and easy to follow. I have made the bedspread and chair slips with wonderful results! Anita's knowledge and expertise are apparent and is shared in a generous way. Thanks for a reference I will use often!

Very well organized book. The author really walked you through all the trade secrets to have professional results. My only regret is that I ordered an e-book version. Great to read, but not the same as an old fashioned great book for my coffee table.

The author & I are pretty much on the same page, decorating-wise. We both are long-time admirers of French style and lifestyle. She has lots of advice on using non-French items that can be used in the French manner, even revealing sources here in America that can be useful. If that's where your interests are this book is for you.

What a fun book! It is a great mix of eye candy, practical decorating advice, and how-to instructions for some great looking projects. I have enjoyed the author's blog for over a year now, and this book brings added dimension and detail to some of my favorite posts, as well as brand new material to enjoy. Can't wait to incorporate some of her tricks and ideas into my home!

Totally love this book. The author Joyce walks you through so many personal tastes of her own and assists the reader in every new project. Step by step shopping antiques, painting and distressing. This book is a huge inspiration for anyone who loves decorating their homes. I love it.

I am enjoying the book, I wish there were more ideas for outdoor living as well.

A very beautiful book. I wanted it for some decorating inspiration as I was totally bored using the internet. Beautiful photos and fabulous advice.