Fairy Gardening: Creating Your Own Magical Miniature Garden

Great book, has lots of good pictures & information. Like the directions for the fairy furniture.

This book shows some ideas but doesn't go far enough in describing how to achieve them. Nice photos, but for a newbie like me, I don't see how I can implement any of the ideas.I was hoping for information about how to plan for outdoor gardens, including what can weather a northern winter and how to pick containers that can survive the winter. There was no discussion of suitability of materials, not plants, containers, or other items in the gardens. I was also hoping for discussion of fairy gardens built into the outdoor landscapes and NOT planted in their own containers.This book could easily be enhanced to include more of the "how to" and "what to" details, as well as suitability of materials and climate considerations. I considered returning it, but I do think the pictures might be helpful to me at some point so I'm keeping it.

This was an amazingly gorgeous book! The author makes all kinds of "fairy gardens", using small and regular sized plants, furniture, small figures, to make little scenes. It addresses ways to suggest action in your garden, how to make "water" for streams, putting small animals, and, of course, fairies. There is a list in the back of companies that make the small figurines for the gardens.My only criticism is that I don't feel like I got enough information about the plants we should use for the gardens. The author talked about the plants, but there were no pictures of that plant, so I didn't really get which plants were which. So, this is a book that lets you know that you need to spend a little more time at the garden center!In summary, it's a good book, and beautiful, but seems to be intended for a more experienced audience than I am. I'm not sorry I bought it, but it didn't tell me a lot of what I needed to know.

About 5 years ago I had the opportunity to attend a modest seminar conducted by Beverly Turner at her nursery in Orange County, California. I knew then that this woman should write a book, and I'm so thrilled she finally did. A true pioneer of fairy gardens, Beverly is more than just a gardening expert. She is an accomplished actress, director and set designer as well, and she brings that sense of theater to each tiny garden. So much more than a collection of plants and props, each of her creations tells a story and draws people in. I saw many of her fairy gardens during my visit to her nursery, and each one is a wonder. A few tiny bunnies and an overturned teacup transform what could have been a static tea party set into a "naughty bunny tea party". An empty bench and a figure staring off in the distance speaks of a missing loved one. This beautifully illustrated book gives the reader all the tools necessary to tackle fairy gardening with confidence. In addition to sharing her artistry, Beverly provides clear instructions for creating your own miniature masterpiece. There are instructions about plant selection and construction techniques, but more than that, she teaches you how to create drama on a miniature scale. I heartily recommend this book to both novices and seasoned gardeners interested in exploring this magical, living art form.

I really enjoyed the book.its a keeper.very creative ideas, ideas to use things you already have around the house, for your fairy garden.i keep looking back at it for a reference.

I had seen this book at a library in Missouri before I moved to Virginia. I ordered it and had forgotten how wonderful the suggested plant listings are as well as the suppliers for small décor. Just wish my local Paint on Pottery store carried some of these décor items -- would be great for my granddaughter to paint and then make her garden very personal. I am looking forward to helping her achieve a Fairy Garden this summer. She will be 4. SO GLAD I ORDERED THIS BOOK!!!!

I found the book to be very interesting and informative. So many great ideas. I could bring out my inner child and use my imagination through great projects.

My granddaughter and I are doing our first fairy gardens this spring. This book has beautiful pictures with great ideas. I like her notion of trying to create a story with your garden, not just mini plants with some furniture thrown in. Lots of resources to obtain items even though I was amazed at how expensive the little fairies that she uses are to buy! I would have liked a little more information on how exactly to prune the plants throughout the summer to keep them blooming but in scale. I certainly think it was worth the $9.50 cost to have this book.

Gives you some great ideas. Can't wait for summer to make my outdoor fairy garden

A fun book with large font so easy to read. Inspiring photos and the best chapter on plants to use. This book teaches you how to bring your miniature garden to life. How to make it realistic so that it looks real and seams authentic. Very creative and written with passion so inspiring. Has all the information one needs to create beautiful one of a kind masterpieces.

Excellent book for creating miniature gardens. Loads of helpful tips,ideas and colour pictures, from selecting the right containers, designing and the right plants to choose. Plus many web sites addresses for finding all you needs.

loved this book. it has lots of things for you to make and buy to help you with your fairy garden

This book deserves a 10 stars and beyond... it is so beautiful