When June was sewing, time seemed to just slip away in a haze of golden sunlight and the sound of singing birds outside her window...Fantastic 'Gifts From The Garden' crafting book, published in 1961 by Hearthside in this hardcover First Edition. Suzanne James has authored a book that has some of the most wonderful and unusual gifts imaginable: Sachets, Corsages, Wreaths, Potpourris, Moss Sticks, Seed Mosaics, Table Favors, Hawaiian Leis, Waxed Flowers, Pomander Bells, Fragrant Pillows, Polished Driftwood, and many more. This book is unique because it is the only one which instructs you how to use the bounty of your own garden to make appealing gifts. A few strands of ivy can be the basis for an Ivy Christmas Tree, for instance. Topiary trees, quaint turn of the Century wax bouquets under glass, Bonsai, Dish Gardens, Gastronome recipes for Herbs, and so many choices are contained in the books 128 fully-indexed pages, it will be a delight just to narrow it down to a few! The book is in Excellent-Near Fine condition, with no wear to the boards or pages. The dust jacket has wear, with light soil and tiny tears at the top as well as edge rubbing.
