<p>Baccarat crystal. Limoges porcelain. Scented gloves and handmade Parisian umbrellas. The prized&nbsp;<em>digestifs</em>, Armagnac and Cognac.</p><p>Organized by region, with one chapter devoted to Paris, MADE IN FRANCE takes you on a complete tour of the dazzling artisanal legacy of France, uncovering&nbsp;off-the-beaten-path destinations and one-of-a-kind, hidden workshops&nbsp;where&nbsp;everything from lingerie to chocolate is turned out completely by hand, piece by piece.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>This book includes instructions for getting a free copy of the companion guide,&nbsp;</strong><em><strong>Artisans of France</strong></em><strong>, with complete, continually updated listings of Laura&#39;s personally recommended shops and artisans across France.</strong><br />
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Laura Morelli, art historian and trusted guide in the world of cultural travel and authentic shopping, leads you behind the tourist traps to discover some of France&#39;s most traditional arts.&nbsp;Laura holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and shares&nbsp;how,&nbsp;what, and where to buy, hints on recognizing quality and authenticity, and tips for bringing home the artisanal treasures of France in your suitcase.&nbsp;</p>