Both a valuable guide to the heavenly world of scent, and a highly inspirational craft book complete with detailed, step-by-step instructions for creating a variety of beautiful projects, such as scented gifts, fragrant creams and aromatic objects for use around the home, all using flowers, spices, essences and essential oils, and other natural ingredients. Covers the fascinating history of scent and reveals how some of the world's most famous perfumes are made. Provides an intro. to aromatherapy and shows just how beneficial essential oils can be. All the projects are accompanied by clear instructions and lush full-color illustrations. Directory of perfumes.