{"product_id":"french-country-cottage-inspired-gatherings","title":"French Country Cottage Inspired Gatherings","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Description\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Entertaining starts with setting a fabulous table. In Courtney Allison's signature French Country Cottage style, she showcases a myriad of romantic table settings for every occasion. Courtney provides the styling expertise to host your own French Country Cottage-inspired gathering, whether in the backyard, at the beach, under an old oak tree, or in a country barn. A simple picnic; coffee by the lake; a cheese board for friends outdoors; a bistro table for two; a long table for a formal meal--each setting exhibiting Allison's dreamy style for you to emulate. The piáece de râesistance in every venue, any setting, is the gorgeous arrangements of seasonal flowers\"--Amazon.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePromotional Headline\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA layered mix of tableware and flower arrangements set the stage for inspired entertaining.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCourtney Allison\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of the blog \n\u003ci\u003eFrench Country Cottage\u003c\/i\u003e and book by the same name. She also has a floral line with Balsam Hill and works as a freelance photographer and stylist for magazines and brands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIn French Country Cottage Inspired Gatherings (Gibbs Smith, 2020), blogger, author, and photographer Courtney Allison's second book, Allison applies her design aesthetic to entertaining. She gives advice and shares her experience on topics such as linens, lighting, place settings, and flowers. Some of her signatures include vintage silver, etched-crystal wineglasses, and rustic containers of lush blooms.--Alice Welsh Doyle \"Flower Magazine\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIf you're like me, and love pretty things, you'll want to check out Courtney Allison's new book called \n\u003ci\u003eFrench Country Cottage Inspired Gatherings. \u003c\/i\u003eHer incredible eye and attention to detail shine ... \n\u003cbr\u003e Even if a large social gathering isn't in the cards anytime soon, the book provides a perfect place to escape into images of beautiful celebrations that will inspire you to add a little something special to your dinner table tonight.--Shanna Hatfield\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tI learned many subtle but important party planning tips while reading this book, and the pictures will provide endless inspiration for not only entertaining, but styling my own French country tablescape decor at home. There is something fabulous and delightful on every page, and I know I'll be thumbing through this one for years.-- \"Fab Everyday\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eFrench Country Cottage Inspired Gatherings\u003c\/i\u003e makes me feel like I'm about to jump in the pages and experience a magical evening filled with laughter and memories with a friend or a group of friends. I actually will picture very specific people in my lives sitting in the seats in the images! \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The book is just filled with photos that will make you happy and inspired! This would be a great book for a gift, for the hostess, new homeowner, or anyone who just loves pretty romantic photos, and French anything, hmmmmm no wonder I love it!-- \"Diana Elizabeth\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Lush photography transports the reader to a dinner for 2 on the dock, a chic barn celebration, a harvest dinner table, and a flower meadow picnic. And as with any excellent book on entertaining, Allison includes a chapter on the elements and layers necessary for successful entertaining, as well as menus. While quite practical, this book is also sexy escapism at its best. You'll get happily lost in its pages.\"-- \"Interior Design Master Class\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"... captures the warmth and emotion of entertaining through meaningful moments throughout the seasons, making the book an ideal gift for loved ones to enjoy year-round. \n\u003cbr\u003e From Courtney's favorite florals to the essential elements of the rustic yet elegant style for which she is known, the book's 224 pages overflow with breathtaking images and practical style ideas for implementing the designs in your own home. Romantic date nights on a lakeside dock, lush garden views, and an evening in an orchard surrounded by nature's bounty are only a few of the many stunning scenes. \n\u003cbr\u003e Whether you like to keep your get-togethers small and intimate or desire an extravagant affair, this book is sure to inspire your inner host and delight those who receive it as a present or those who gift it to themselves.\"--Holly Seng \"The Cottage Journal\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA layered mix of tableware and flower arrangements set the stage for inspired entertaining.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEntertaining starts with setting a fabulous table. In Courtney Allison's signature French Country Cottage style, she showcases a myriad of romantic table settings for every occasion. Courtney provides the styling expertise to host your own French Country Cottage-inspired gathering, whether in the backyard, at the beach, under an old oak tree, or in a country barn. A simple picnic; coffee by the lake; a cheese board for friends outdoors; a bistro table for two; a long table for a formal meal--each setting exhibiting Allison's dreamy style for you to emulate. The pièce de résistance in every venue, any setting, is the gorgeous arrangements of seasonal flowers; Courtney's bouquets will take your breath away, from spring to fall, for outdoors and inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eAllison, Courtney\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCourtney Allison\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of the blog \u003ci\u003eFrench Country Cottage\u003c\/i\u003e and book by the same name. 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