I have been a huge admirer of Elyse Major's work for many years now. I just adore her pretty, pastel-infused blog, Tinkered Treasures, and I always enjoy reading the articles that she contributes to my favorite decorating magazines. Recently, I was delighted to find out that Elyse was having her very first book published...and even more thrilled when her publisher, CICO Books, sent me a copy to review!
"Tinkered Treasures" is such a beautiful and fun book! It is absolutely brimming with simple and clever projects that make use of everyday objects (bottles, tin cans, etc...) that one likely already has in their home. With just a few basic supplies (paint, paper, glue), Elyse shows you how to easily re-purpose these mundane items into pretty and practical eye candy. From garlands and bookmarks to picture frames and clothespin dolls!
"Tinkered Treasures" is a truly wonderful book for even the novice crafter. With clear step-by-step instructions and illustrations, even the most beginner crafter can turn out charming results in no time. It is clear that Elyse's goal is for her reader to really have fun with these projects - to "play" and "tinker" with them...and put their own unique spin on each one.
And if, like me, you like your books to be pretty as well as practical, you will love the gorgeous photographs and styling...
A pastel wonderland filled with the sweetest vintage details...
"Tinkered Treasures" is a truly must-have addition to any design and craft library. You can order it directly through CICO Books here. And you can also pre-order it on Amazon here (it's due out next week - on Valentine's Day!).
Well done, Elyse! Well done!
XOXO
Jessica
OH, WOW!
i am so excited to see my book photographed in a such pretty things way! thank you so much, jessica! for this lovely review and for being a dear blogging friend.
"A pastel wonderland filled with the sweetest vintage details..."
you have made my day!!!
thank you so much!
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | February 05, 2013 at 02:49 PM
Such a pretty book and lovely review, Can't wait to get my hands on it!
Posted by: Torie Jayne | February 05, 2013 at 04:06 PM
What a pretty book! I will definitely be ordering a copy. Thanks for the tip! Barbara
Posted by: Barbara | February 06, 2013 at 11:53 AM
Thanks for sharing and I will be ordering. Hugs, Jeni
Posted by: Jeni Carlson | February 06, 2013 at 05:30 PM
I love it! Headed to amazon right now! :)
Posted by: Cynthia | February 06, 2013 at 10:40 PM
This book is a must for everyone! Love it!
Posted by: Lilly | February 07, 2013 at 11:38 AM
This book is so beautiful and practical! I will definitely order it and make some of the projects at home with things I already have around the house. And your photography of the book is not only beautiful, but so helpful in capturing its essence. Thank you for sharing it!!
Posted by: Rachel | February 09, 2013 at 03:47 PM
reading these lovely comments is just making me so happy. thank you again, jessica for this beautiful review post.
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | February 10, 2013 at 09:17 PM
Looks like a Wonderful book!!!!
Posted by: Zell | February 14, 2013 at 06:52 PM