I echo a lot of Chijims suggestions too, I have the Charles Faudree books (great to have IF you are into French Country, which I am) I also have magazine articles done by him going back years and years, he does a nice mix of the French Country and the additions of some English treasures. Some of Carolyne Roehms books are excellent too, just don't get the newest/latest one, I hate to be ugly about this, but most of it is a total waste of paper, I was SO, SO, dissapointed. But her 2 of earlier books are a treasure. (Expensive though) I also love the Bunny Williams book as mentioned above, but alot of these are pricey so definately find the best "internet" way to purchase them. Two other books by Floral designer, Ron Morgan are treasures of mine too, he not only does beautiful florals on tables he also does imaginative tablesettings with them too (not all the items he uses are expensive, he just "thinks outside the box". "In the Company of Flowers" is one of his books. I'll have to get back with you on the other books actual name, but they are truly great... A new book I just purchased is by Roger Banks-Pye (Colefax and Fowler), named, "Inspirational Interiors" I'm enjoying that one too. (English based design). Some of the Betty Lou Phillips books are good too (French Country and some Italian inspired style). Well, that's a few any way (at least in the decorating catagories) LOL

Karen, good inpiration pics. Thanks for doing that for us. I can see that I would looove that book. In the first pic, am I seeing a napkin on both sides of the plate? Love those dishes. I think my fav is the green one. Not sure why, I am usually not a "green" fan. Karen, you are right about that vignette. I love your idea about using different plates for the seasons with figurines. Hmm, I used to have a really pretty blue and white vase/jar with a winter scene on it. Wonder if I still have it? Will have to remember this idea and try to find it when Christmas rolls around again. Lee, I like that table covering too. Not sure if it is lace or not, but like the swag. Did you notice the little beaded glass covers? Too cute. I can see Sandi doing that. Karen, now I just need a stand. I do have a big silver tray that would work perfectly. ;o) Luvs

I have the Art of Accessorizing and Feather your Nest, bought both at Amazon. For a decorating book, something I'm going to keep, I prefer to buy from the new section. Those books should still be available at Amazon. My3Dogs is a perfect example of accessorizing. One thing that is most important to me in accessorizing our home is to use things we love. Things from our families, or things we have picked up on trips, items that represent an occasion, etc. Not something I ran out and bought new at Hobby Lobby (nothing against HL!). Your home (IMO) should be a reflection of the people that live there and their lives. And in my opinion, accessorizing should not be done fast, it's not an all at once, let me get this room decorated thing. It evolves, as you aquire pieces that have meaning to you. Just look at the lovely things My3Dogs uses in her home - lots of great finds on Ebay, etc. but she usually seems to know what she is looking for and waits to find just the right piece. That's me. I'd rather look and look for just the right thing than settle for something today. To me decorating a home is never a finished deal. tina

sheesharee, I am so glad you bought the book. I think it's a really big help since accessorizing doesn't come naturally to me either. Thanks to everyone on here who recommended the book. :)