Discusses bamboo baskets in Japan, especially for flower arrangements and the tea ceremony

Bamboo Baskets: Japanese Art and Culture Interwoven with the Beauty of Ikebana

Maggie Oster

Arts & Photography

Studio

Quarto, , PP.240, Translates The Japanese Garden To The Western Landscape

Reflections of the Spirit: Japanese Gardens in America

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Gardening & Landscape Design

Dutton Studio Books

Shows the art & craft of the bamboo basket & its companion arts -- Ikebana (flower arranging) & the tea ceremony. Since World War II, there has been limited access to information about Japanese bamboo baskets. Discusses the Japanese philosophy of art & traces it as related to bamboo as a raw material, to Ikebana, to the tea ceremony, & to the tokonoma, an alcove in traditional Japanese rooms where flower arrangements are displayed. Discusses selection & preparation of raw bamboo; basket styles, shapes & wrapping techniques; & where to obtain fine baskets & how to care for them. Introduction by Marilyn Marinaccio.

Bamboo Baskets: Japanese Art & Culture Interwoven With the Beauty of Ikebana

Crafts & Hobbies

Diane Pub Co.

Fresh herbs enhance foods in a way that is unmatched by any other ingredient. This beautiful cookbook will help make any cook a herbal gourmet. Offers simple directions for growing a wide range of herbs & explains how to use them in a variety of culinary creations. Many of the mouthwatering recipes are accompanied by background on one of the herbs used in the recipe, its history & lore, cooking uses, nutritional value, & more. Explains how to grow the herbs in containers, indoors & out. Covers: selecting containers to planting, growing, & keeping plants healthy, along with a mini-encyclopedia covering more than 45 culinary herbs. Numerous color photos.

Herbal Palate Cookbook: Delicious Recipes That Showcase the Versatility & Magic of Fresh Herbs

Sal Gilbertie

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Sm Quarto, , PP.198, A Good Basic Guide

Perennials

National Home Gardening Club

The Gardens of the Spirit wall calendar features twelve exquisite Japanese gardens by garden photographer John Lander. Paired with contemplative text by Maggie Oster, this collection of meditative images brings the calming experience of Japanese gardening to all who long to create a simple, peaceful oasis in the midst of a challenging chaotic world. <ul>
<li>12" x 12" wall calendar (12" x 24" open).</li> <li>A year of serene Japanese gardens on your wall.</li> <li>Frameable artbook-quality printing.</li> <li>The perfect gift or altar accessory for the Zen garden enthusiast.</li> <li>Showcases John Lander's exceptional photographs of authentic Japanese landscaping and moss-covered gardens.</li> <li>Features inspirational, interpretive garden text by accomplished horticulture author Maggie Oster.</li> <li>Printed on paper sourced from a combination of sustainably managed forests and recycled materials.</li> <li>Published by Amber Lotus, an independent carbon-negative US company that has planted more than half a million trees since 2008.</li> <li>This calendar features US and Canadian legal holidays, phases of the moon, and important observances of the world's major religions.</li> </ul>
Strongly influenced by Shinto and Zen Buddhism, this Asian style of landscaping is particularly conducive to restoring an inner calm. Requiring an artful blend of imagination, skill, and patience, the Japanese garden is an extension of the self. By adapting the harmonies of natural garden design to our own landscape, we heighten our understanding of the world around us and the one within us.

Gardens of the Spirit 2018 Wall Calendar: Japanese Garden Photography

Amber Lotus Publishing

John Lander

Photography & Video

The Gardens of the Spirit wall calendar features twelve exquisite Japanese gardens by photographer John Lander. Paired with contemplative text by Maggie Oster, this collection of meditative images brings the calming experience of Japanese gardening to all who long to create a simple, peaceful oasis in the midst of a challenging chaotic world. <ul>
<li>12" x 12" wall calendar (12" x 24" open).</li> <li>A year of serene Japanese gardens on your wall.</li> <li>The perfect gift for the Zen garden enthusiast.</li> <li>Showcases John Lander's exceptional photographs of authentic Japanese landscaping and moss-covered gardens.</li> <li>Features inspirational, interpretive garden text by accomplished horticulture author Maggie Oster.</li> <li>Frameable artbook-quality printing.</li> <li>Printed on paper sourced from a combination of sustainably managed forests and recycled materials.</li> <li>Published by Amber Lotus, an independent carbon-negative US company that has planted more than half a million trees since 2008.</li> <li>This calendar features US and Canadian legal holidays, phases of the moon, and important observances of the world's major religions.</li> </ul>
Strongly influenced by Shinto and Zen Buddhism, this Asian style of landscaping is particularly conducive to restoring an inner calm. Requiring an artful blend of imagination, skill, and patience, the Japanese garden is an extension of the self. By adapting the harmonies of natural garden design to our own landscape, we heighten our understanding of the world around us and the one within us.

Gardens of the Spirit 2019 Wall Calendar: Japanese Garden Photography

The Herb Gardens wall calendar features beautiful photos of creative herb gardens paired with sumptuous recipes and a wealth of herbal folklore, remedies, and kitchen tips from horticulture author Maggie Oster. More than just a calendar, this is a useful herbal resource full of inspiration. <ul>
<li>12" x 12" wall calendar (12" x 24" open).</li> <li>A year of lush herb garden photos and recipes on your wall.</li> <li>The perfect gift for home cooks, gardeners, and chefs.</li> <li>Showcases exceptional photographs of a range of herb gardens, from the elegant and formal to charming container gardens.</li> <li>Features tips for using and growing culinary herbs such as parsley, dill, rosemary, lavender, and many more.</li> <li>Recipes and tips for gardening, cooking, and celebrating herbal folklore by author Maggie Oster.</li> <li>
We Plant Trees — Amber Lotus Publishing, an independent carbon-negative US company, has planted more than three quarters of a million trees since 2008.</li> <li>High-quality printing on premium paper stock.</li> <li>Printed on paper sourced from a combination of sustainably managed forests and recycled materials.</li> <li>Features US and Canadian legal holidays, phases of the moon, and important observances of the world's major religions.</li> </ul>

Herb Gardens 2020 Wall Calendar: Recipes & Herbal Folklore

Cooking by Ingredient

The Herb Gardens wall calendar features beautiful photos of creative herb gardens paired with sumptuous recipes and a wealth of herbal folklore, remedies, and kitchen tips from horticulture author Maggie Oster. More than just a calendar, this is a useful herbal resource full of inspiration. 12" x 12" wall calendar (12" x 24" open). A year of lush herb garden photos and recipes on your wall. The perfect gift for home cooks, gardeners, and chefs. Showcases exceptional photographs of a range of herb gardens, from the elegant and formal to charming container gardens. Features tips for using and growing culinary herbs such as parsley, dill, rosemary, lavender, and many more. Recipes and tips for gardening, cooking, and celebrating herbal folklore by author Maggie Oster. We Plant Trees — Amber Lotus Publishing, an independent carbon-negative US company, has planted ONE MILLION trees since 2008 to offset our carbon footprint and resource usage. High-quality printing on premium paper stock. Printed on paper sourced from a combination of sustainably managed forests and recycled materials. Features US and Canadian legal holidays, phases of the moon, and important observances of the world's major religions.

Herb Gardens 2021 Wall Calendar: Recipes & Herbal Folklore

The Herb Gardens wall calendar features beautiful photos of creative herb gardens paired with sumptuous recipes and a wealth of herbal folklore, remedies, and kitchen tips from horticulture author Maggie Oster. More than just a calendar, this is a useful herbal resource full of inspiration. 12" x 12" wall calendar (12" x 24" open). A year of lush herb garden photos and recipes on your wall. The perfect gift for home cooks, gardeners, and chefs. Showcases exceptional photographs of a range of herb gardens, from the elegant and formal to charming container gardens. Features tips for using and growing culinary herbs such as parsley, dill, rosemary, lavender, and many more. Recipes and tips for gardening, cooking, and celebrating herbal folklore by author Maggie Oster. Be organized and inspired throughout the year. Includes US and Canadian legal holidays, phases of the moon, and important observances of the world's major religions. High-quality printing on premium paper stock. Printed on paper sourced from a combination of recycled materials and wood harvested from socially and environmentally sustainable forests. WE PLANT TREES — Amber Lotus Publishing, an independent carbon-negative US company, has planted MORE THAN ONE MILLION trees since 2008 to offset our carbon footprint and resource usage.

Herb Gardens 2022 Wall Calendar: Recipes & Herbal Folklore

Calendars

Cooking

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