Kaari Meng

French steel-cut beads, mother-of-pearl buttons, spools of vintage ribbons ... This exquisite book showcases the decorative bits flea-market hunters dream of. Hundreds of photos reveal rare European notions from the craft community's most beloved emporium, Tinsel Trading Company. With these vintage baubles as her inspiration, Kaari Meng shares projects that crafters can make with their own flea-market finds or with contemporary materials they have...

"Capture the look of rustic French style in your home. If you dream about livingin a cozy country cottage, it's time to turn your wish into reality."--Back cover.

"The gorgeous lifestyle store French General has legions of devoted fans-- and its founder, designer and stylist Kaari Meng, has created an exquisite book based on the boutique's beloved aesthetic. Inspired by vintage French beads, these 36 simple but gorgeous jewelry projects go month by month, season by season. With evocative names like Les Grandes Vacances (Vacation by the Seashore), La Rentrée (Back to School) and La Saint Valentin (Valentine's...