A Discussion and Book Signing for "Martha's Flowers" at AmericasMart Atlanta
My 90th book, “Martha’s Flowers: A Practical Guide to Growing, Gathering, and Enjoying” is the perfect source for learning how to make the most of all the gorgeous, colorful summer flowers that are blooming right now in gardens across the country.
Last week, the promotional tour for “Martha’s Flowers” continued in Atlanta, Georgia where I appeared at AmericasMart LIVE - part of the 61st-annual Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market®. The event was held at AmericasMart Atlanta, one of the largest permanent wholesale trade centers in the world. More than 750-people attended my in-depth interview and discussion. I also conducted a book signing and spoke with guests who love the many inspiring tips, ideas and photographs contained in this very special publication.
Enjoy these photos, and if you don't already have a copy of "Martha's Flowers", just click anywhere on this highlighted link and order yours today.
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- Here I am with the team from AmericasMart – Ali Fairchild, Stella Lee, Sarah Mount, Dana Andrew from Dana Andrew Communications, and Sarah Zeigler. (Photo courtesy of PWP Studio Corporate Event Photographers)
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- Located in downtown Atlanta, AmericasMart spans more than seven-million square-feet and houses the world’s single-largest collection of wholesale home, gift, area rug and apparel merchandise. This annual home event celebrates tastemakers, business visionaries, and innovators across seven-days.
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- AmericasMart Atlanta consists of four buildings. My interview was held in Building #3. The audience filled most of the 750-seats, and many more watched from the floors above.
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- Books were available on display for guests to purchase.
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- Margot Shaw, founder and editor-in-chief of “Flower Magazine” welcomed everyone to the discussion and introduced me.
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- We talked about business, my career and how I keep my brand fresh, and relevant.
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- I also shared some of my decorating stories and of course, what inspired my book, Martha’s Flowers”.
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- I also participated in a more intimate VIP book signing and discussion. It was so nice to meet so many people who enjoy my books – many guests bought multiple copies.
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- There were many refreshments including a selection of fruits, pecan and lemon bars.
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- There was also a selection of dessert cups – raspberry vanilla, tiramisu, lemon meringue and chocolate ganache.
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- For this smaller interview with Dana Andrew, from Dana Andrew Communications, I spoke about business and social media, and how technology has evolved businesses over the years.
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- Some guests brought copies of my other books for me to sign – it’s always so much fun to learn how my books have inspired those who read them. Here I am signing my 1987 book, “Martha Stewart Weddings” for Allison.
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- Here is a fun photo of our own Heather Kirkland and some of her friends who live in the area and attended the event – Liz Butler and her mom, Helen Butler, Heather and Rebecca Patrick.
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- Here I am posing with Helen while signing her copy of “Martha’s Flowers”.
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- I signed more than 100-books for the event.
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- I always try to stop for photos with anyone who wants one – it does slow down the line a little, but it is a detail that’s very important to me.
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- This gentleman gave one book as a gift, and kept another for himself.
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- Here I am with the team from “Flower Magazine” – Publisher Julie Durkee, marketing manager Jessica Cohen, style editor Amanda Smith Fowler, Margot, director of marketing Jennel O’Brien, and senior account manager Kevin Blechman. (Photo courtesy of PWP Studio Corporate Event Photographers)
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- And one more photo with Margot.
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- Afterwards, we stopped at Star Provisions Market & Cafe. I had been to the store before at another location and was interested to see its larger and more expanded shop. http://www.starprovisions.com/
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- The bakery at Star Provisions carries a variety of freshly baked breads, cakes, cookies, pies, and pastries.
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- There were lots of delicious sweets including these colorful macarons.
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- These breads looked so delicious – I just had to buy a couple loaves.
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- There was also a very nice selection of artisanal cheeses.
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- The shop was filled with shelves of interesting gourmet food items, cookware and other kitchen supplies.
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- The cafe was very roomy and bright – a nice place to gather for breakfast, lunch and dinner on a hot summer day. It was a quick but very fun day in Georgia.
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