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The Art of Tablescaping

Deck Out Your Table with the Queen of Theme
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The Art of Tablescaping by Bugsy Drake reveals the secrets to creating unforgettable dining experiences through imaginative and stylish table settings. Drawing from her years as Second Stew on Bravo's Below Deck Med, Bugsy shares step-by-step instructions, inventive ideas, and design hacks to help transform any meal into a memorable adventure. From rustic outdoor gatherings to glamorous soirees, this book offers inspiration for hosts eager to add flair and fun to their entertaining.
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This book is ideal for home entertainers, fans of creative table decor, and followers of Below Deck Med. It appeals to anyone looking to enhance their hosting skills with imaginative, themed table designs, whether for casual dinners or special occasions.

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You can set your table – or you can 'scape it.

When Bugsy Drake stepped onboard the yacht as Second Stew on Bravo's Below Deck Med, she showed the world the magic of tablescaping. With the help of some unconventional centrepieces, a few artfully folded napkins, well-placed lighting, and a generous sprinkling of décor, tablescaping becomes the art of transforming a meal into an adventure that your guests will never forget. Bugsy's gorgeous, over-the-top themes have captivated guests and earned her legions of devoted fans. Now she's ready to share her passion and talent for creating unforgettable dining experiences, honed during nearly a decade working on the world's most exclusive yachts and private islands.

Featuring step-by-step instructions for building your own enchanting events, The Art of Tablescaping is packed full of inventive ideas and design hacks, on-the-job stories, and lessons learned. Get inspired by some of Bugsy's most iconic tablescapes, from rustic outdoor gatherings to glam-as-all-get-out soirées, then follow her tips for getting your own party started.

You don't need to have the superpowers of a Chief Stew to make a simple dinner party into a lasting memory – just your creativity, a sense of fun, and a few tips from the Queen of Theme herself.

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Publishers Weekly praises the book's glorious full-page photos and playful typography, calling it sure to please hosts seeking whimsy. The Portland Book Review describes it as the perfect book for elevating table settings and as a stunning coffee table addition. Fans admire Bugsy's boldness, energy, and eclectic extravagance, finding the book both beautiful and informative.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781734880229

Publisher: Girl Friday Productions

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 17 June 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Flashpoint

Illustration: photos

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Sandy Yawn

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 172.0mm

Height: 249.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 224

About the Author

The self-professed Queen of Theme, Christine "Bugsy" Drake is widely known for her role as a stew on Bravo's Below Deck Mediterranean, Seasons 2 and 5, where her gorgeous signature tablescapes and over-the-top theme parties are often the star of the show. Born and raised in South Africa, she is a seasoned yachtie who began her career in floating hospitality in 2013. She has since worked on a private island in the Bahamas and sailed the seas on some of the world's most exclusive luxury yachts. Called "perhaps the greatest tablescape artist who has ever lived" by the New York Times, Bugsy always brings her passion and talent for stunning decor to the table.

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