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The Winter Garden Paperback Alexandra Bell 9781529100846 $19.99 FICTION Nov 29, 2022

_____________________Welcome to the Winter Garden. Open only at 13 o’clock.You are invited to enter an unusual competition.I am looking for the most magical, spectacular, remarkable pleasure garden this world has to offer.On the night her mother dies, 8-year-old Beatrice receives an invitation to the mysterious Winter Garden. A place of wonder and magic, filled with all manner of strange and spectacular flora and fauna, the garden is her solace every night for seven days. But when the garden disappears, and no one believes her story, Beatrice i... + Read More
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Series: MERRY FOLGER NANTUCKET MYST, A Death on a Winter Stroll Hardcover Francine Mathews 9781641292740 $36.95 FICTION Nov 01, 2022

No-nonsense Nantucket detective Merry Folger grapples with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and two murders as the island is overtaken by Hollywood stars and DC suits.Nantucket Police Chief Meredith Folger is acutely conscious of the stress COVID-19 has placed on the community she loves. Although the island has proved a refuge for many during the pandemic, the cost to Nantucket has been high. Merry hopes that the Christmas Stroll, one of Nantucket’s favorite traditions, in which Main Street is transformed into a winter wonderland, will ... + Read More
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The Winter Rose Hardcover Katie Flynn 9781529135428 $42.95 FICTION Oct 25, 2022

The festive follow-up to The Rose Queen, from beloved Sunday Times bestselling author Katie Flynn._____________________________________________Liverpool, 1941: After German bombs shatter the life Cadi has built for herself in Liverpool, she is more determined than ever to sign up and do her bit. Joining the WAAF also means she is closer to her beau - until Jez is sent thousands of miles from home.While Jez is in Africa, someone from the past starts spreading vicious rumours that could threaten their relationship, and Cadi finds herself torn bet... + Read More
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Sherlock Holmes and The Three Winter Terrors Paperback James Lovegrove 9781789096736 $21.95 FICTION Sep 27, 2022

From the author of Sherlock Holmes & The Christmas Demon another beautifully presented seasonal mystery.1889. The First Terror. At a boys’ prep school in the Kent marshes, a pupil is found drowned in a pond. Could this be the fulfilment of a witch’s curse from four hundred years earlier? 1890. The Second Terror. A wealthy man dies of a heart attack at his London townhouse. Was he really frightened to death by ghosts? 1894. The Third Terror. A body is discovered in the dark woods near a Surrey country manor, hideously ravaged. Is the culprit a c... + Read More
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The Winter Orphans Paperback Kristin Beck 9780593101582 $23.00 FICTION Sep 13, 2022

A poignant and ultimately triumphant novel based on the incredible true story of children who braved the formidable danger of guarded, wintry mountain passes in France to escape the NazisSouthern France, 1942In a remote corner of France, Jewish refugee Ella Rosenthal has finally found a safe haven. It has been three years since she and her little sister, Hanni, left their parents to flee Nazi Germany, and they have been pursued and adrift in the chaos of war ever since. Now, they shelter among one hundred other young refugees in a derelict cast... + Read More
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My Wondrous World: Enchanted Winter Adult Coloring Book Paperback Masja Van Den Berg 9781631407383 $12.99 GAMES & ACTIVITIES Oct 25, 2016

Dedicated to the wondrous, enchanting season of winter, Masja van den Berg’s My Wondrous World overflows with dazzling illustrations of winter animals and snowy landscapes. Lose yourself coloring beautiful mandalas, paisleys and ornaments, all highly detailed and ready for your creative flair. Printed on high quality art paper, each page is suitable for framing or other display. The artist has captured your favorite moments of winter: snow-covered hills, forest creatures, and beautiful ornaments. Curl up with a fire and sharpen your pencils in ... + Read More
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Wintering The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times Hardcover Katherine May 9780593189481 $34.00 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT Nov 10, 2020

THE RUNAWAY NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - AS HEARD ON NPR MORNING EDITION AND ON BEING WITH KRISTA TIPPETT “Katherine May opens up exactly what I and so many need to hear but haven't known how to name.” —Krista Tippett, On Being “Every bit as beautiful and healing as the season itself. . . . This is truly a beautiful book.” —Elizabeth Gilbert "Proves that there is grace in letting go, stepping back and giving yourself time to repair in the dark...May is a clear-eyed observer and her language is steady, honest and accurate—capturing the sense, t... + Read More
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The Winter Camping Handbook Paperback Stephen Gorman 9781581574326 $25.95 SPORTS & RECREATION Sep 13, 2016

A thoroughly updated edition of the classic guide, considered the authoritative resource for winter campingWinter camping has its own special allure: the splendid quiet of a winter forest, the hush of falling snow, the thrill of gliding over ice and snow on skis. From building a snow shelter to traveling comfortably in sub-zero temperatures, The Winter Camping Handbook covers everything you'll need to know in order to enjoy wilderness travel and adventure in the colder months. Extremely user-friendly, the book's step-by-step approach covers ev... + Read More
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The Winter Wives A Novel Paperback Linden MacIntyre 9780735282070 $21.00 FICTION Jul 26, 2022

NATIONAL BESTSELLERA thrilling psychological drama from Scotiabank Giller Prize winner Linden MacIntrye, weaving threads of crime, disability and dementia together into a tale of unrequited love and delusion.Two old university friends get together for a weekend of golfing: worldly and rich Allan, once a football hero, and his quieter lawyer friend, nicknamed Byron, lame from a childhood injury, who never left home and has spent years caring for a mother with Alzheimer’s.During a long night of drinking, the fault lines between them start to show... + Read More
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Winter Work A novel Hardcover Dan Fesperman 9780593321607 $37.00 FICTION Jul 12, 2022

An exhilarating spy thriller inspired by a true story about the precious secrets up for grabs just after the fall of the Berlin Wall—from the acclaimed author of The Cover Wife “Fesperman accurately depicts the corrosive effect of life under a surveillance society, debasing both the watchers and the watched…. Most Cold War spy novels focus on the Manichaean ideological struggle between East and West; this one successfully explores a grayer era.” —The New York Times Book ReviewOn a chilly early morning walk on the wooded outskirts of Berlin, Emi... + Read More
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Series: AUGUST SNOW NOVEL, AN Dead of Winter Paperback Stephen Mack Jones 9781641293488 $22.95 FICTION Apr 05, 2022

A shadowy Detroit real estate billionaire. A ruthless fixer. A successful Mexicantown family business in their crosshairs. Gentrification has never been bloodier.Authentico Foods Inc. has been a part of Detroit’s Mexicantown for over thirty years, grown from a home kitchen business to a city block–long facility that supplies Mexican tortillas to restaurants throughout the Midwest. Detroit ex-cop and Mexicantown native August Snow has been invited for a business meeting at Authentico Foods. Its owner, Ronaldo Ochoa, is dying, and is being blackm... + Read More
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Winter Recipes from the Collective Hardcover Louise Gluck 9780771096709 $29.95 POETRY Oct 19, 2021

The dazzling new collection from the winner of the 2020 Nobel Prize in Literature.Louise Glück’s work consistently draws on her own experience, looking for the common threads in it that render it universal. Her poems are not confessional, they are mythic. In Winter Recipes from the Collective, she starts with the dying and death of a near relation to create an indelible group of characters who act in poems that touch on the family romance, loss, art, and immortality. Her poems are so powerful because her portrayal of experience reminds us so tr... + Read More
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My Hygge Home How to Make Home Your Happy Place Hardcover Meik Wiking 9780735243163 $34.95 HOUSE & HOME Nov 15, 2022

The author of the New York Times bestseller The Little Book of Hygge, helps you turn your home into your happy, cozy safe place.The urge to nest and control our close environments has never been stronger. We spend more time in our homes than anywhere else—but the way in which our homes impact how we feel has remained relatively unexplored until now.Backed with Danish design principles, years of research, case studies and a sprinkle of hygge, Meik Wiking has created the ultimate guide to turning your home, office, or wherever you may be, into yo... + Read More
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The Little Book of Hygge The Danish Way to Live Well Hardcover Meik Wiking 9780241283912 $21.99 COOKING Nov 16, 2016

**THE INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON, WITH OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD AROUND THE WORLD**Hygge has been described as everything from “cosines of the soul” to “the pursuit of everyday pleasures”. The Little Book of Hygge is the book we all need right now, and is guaranteed to bring warmth and comfort to you and your loved ones this winter.Hooga? Hhyooguh? Heurgh? It is not really important how you choose to pronounce ’hygge’. What is important is that you feel it. Whether you’re cuddled up on a sofa with a loved one, or sharing comfort food with your c... + Read More
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The Hygge Life Embracing the Nordic Art of Coziness Through Recipes, Entertaining, Decorating, Simple Rituals, and Family Traditions Hardcover Gunnar Karl Gíslason 9780399579936 $29.00 SELF-HELP Nov 14, 2017

A food and lifestyle book dedicated to the Scandinavian concept of hygge (loosely translated as “coziness”); how to create it for yourself and others, and how to incorporate it into holidays, travel, decor, entertaining, and everyday life, with approximately 30 recipes.The Danish concept of hygge (loosely translated as “coziness”) is centered around the idea of feeling snug and inviting comforting elements into day-to-day life while creating warmth, community, and intimacy. The Hygge Life teaches readers how small gestures (putting wool blanket... + Read More
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A Cozy Coloring Cookbook 40 Simple Recipes to Cook, Eat & Color Paperback Adrianna Adarme 9781623368326 $16.50 GAMES & ACTIVITIES Nov 15, 2016

Color your way to calm and purpose while cooking delicious food—all with one book!Drawing inspiration from her beautiful blog A Cozy Kitchen, cookbook author and food blogger Adrianna Adarme has created an adult coloring cookbook with 40 happy, cozy, and tasty recipes and illustrations—including pizza for breakfast and kaleidoscope ratatouille tarts—resulting in a color-as-you-cook pattern extravaganza, garnished with sprinkles. The simple-to-make, delicious-to-eat recipes are accompanied by charming drawings by illustrator Amber Day, who encou... + Read More
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The Book of Hygge The Danish Art of Contentment, Comfort, and Connection Hardcover Louisa Thomsen Brits 9780735214095 $29.00 SELF-HELP Feb 07, 2017

A lovely four-color lifestyle guide to the Danish art of hygge, the quality of coziness, togetherness, and contentment that has helped to make Danes the happiest people in the world.The centuries-old Danish tradition of hygge (pronounced “hue-gah”) comes from a country voted to be the happiest on Earth, and its special custom of emotional warmth, slowness, and appreciation, is becoming increasingly familiar to an international audience.To hygge means to enjoy the good things in life with good people.The Book of Hygge is a beautifully aesthetic ... + Read More
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Hygge The Danish Art of Happiness Hardcover Marie Tourell Soderberg 9780718185336 $27.99 COOKING Nov 08, 2016

Bring Hygge into your home this year with this beautiful and essential guide to the globally celebrated Danish art of happiness ’At these times it is crucial for me to have hygge. Hygge time with family and friends, hygge moments with myself and a hyggelig home.It’s small moments that money cannot buy you, finding the magic in the ordinary.’_______Whether it’s listening to the rain with a cup of tea, or going on a long walk with a loved one, hygge can be harnessed all around us.We all know the feeling of hygge instinctively, but few of us ever ... + Read More
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Yarn Spinning with a Modern Twist How to create your own gorgeous yarns using a drop spindle Paperback Vanessa Kroening 9781782217947 $28.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Dec 06, 2022

Want to spin your own beautiful yarn? Expert spinner Vanessa Kroening shows you how in this easy introduction to spinning with a drop spindle. No need to invest in an expensive spinning wheel!“The bounty of photos ensure readers will know how every step should look, and Kroening’s knowledge of the craft impresses. This makes yarn spinning easy.” - Publishers WeeklyExpert spinner Vanessa Kroening shows you how to spin in this wonderfully accessible introduction to spinning with a drop spindle. Vanessa explains how to:clean and prepare fleece for... + Read More
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Embroidery The Ideal Guide to Stitching, Whatever Your Level of Expertise Paperback Lucinda Ganderton 9780744068795 $25.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 29, 2022

An inspirational and practical guide to more than 200 dress-making, needlepoint, and embroidery stitches.Whether you are an embroidery beginner looking for a clear and easy-to-follow guide or an accomplished crafter seeking to perfect your technique and pattern design, this all-encompassing embroidery stitch book has something for everyone to love. From materials to mounting techniques, fabrics to frames, this easy-to-navigate needlework book has more than 200 stitches explained in excellent detail. With a practical stitch gallery providing rea... + Read More
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Viking Knits Over 40 Scandi knits for men, women & children Hardcover Lasse Matberg 9781800920774 $34.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Oct 18, 2022

Over 40 traditional and modern Norwegian knitwear patterns for all seasons and all the family. From Internet sensation Lasse Matberg.“This book offers intermediate and experienced knitters an inspiring guide to create eye-catching, durable knitwear that will never go out of style”. - Publishers WeeklyLasse L. Matberg comes from a family who, for generations, have been working to create beautiful, quality crafted items by hand. Viking Knits is a tribute to good-quality, practical needlework, inspired by the Vikings’ warm, all-weather garments.Di... + Read More
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That's A Wrap! 12 Gift Wrapping Sheets for Any Occasion Novelty book Korie Herold 9781950968848 $29.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Oct 25, 2022

12 sturdy 19’’ x 26’’ wrapping paper sheets and 20 gold foil-enhanced gift tags featuring elegant, hand-drawn illustrations—all conveniently bound together in a book.Whatever the season or occasion may be, artist Korie Herold’s set of beautiful wrapping paper and gold foil gift tags will make your presents even more meaningful. Bound together in a book to make for easier storage, this set of uniquely designed gift wrap sheets makes gift-gifting effortless and easy. Just tear out a 19” x 26” sheet whenever you need to wrap something special. Per... + Read More
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You Can Crochet with Bella Coco A clear & simple course for the beginner Paperback Sarah-Jayne Fragola 9781782219453 $23.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Oct 18, 2022

Join over a million Bella Coco fans and learn to crochet with her sure and simple method and learn to make beautiful items along the way!“Fragola has created a charming how-to guide for a craft that can be enjoyed for a lifetime” - Publishers Weekly EDITOR’S PICKLet the creator of Bella Coco Crochet, Sarah-Jayne Fragola, teach you how to crochet using her wildly popular methodical and simple method. Join almost one million YouTube subscribers and hundreds of thousands of social media followers in learning from this comprehensive guide for begin... + Read More
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Everyday Crochet: The Complete Beginner's Guide 15+ Cozy Patterns Paperback June Gilbank 9780744061710 $28.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 01, 2022

Learning crochet has never been easier!You’ve seen gorgeous crochet items online and in boutique shops, and you’d love to learn to create them yourself. Now’s your chance! Packed with hundreds of inspirational color photos and easy-to-follow instructions, this fun guide teachesyou how to hook your way to a wonderful new skill. In it, you get:Expert advice on choosing your hook, yarn, and other helpful tools.Stitch-by-stitch lessons for dozens of pretty and practical stitches.Illustrated instructions for shaping your work with increases and decr... + Read More
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Hallmark Channel Countdown to Christmas Celebrate the Movie Magic (REVISED EDITION) Hardcover Caroline McKenzie 9781950785780 $40.00 COOKING Oct 18, 2022

The brand-new edition of the official Hallmark Channel Christmas bestseller offers even more festive recipes, decorating and wrapping tips, and star photos and memories.This ultimate deck-the-halls guide is an exclusive inside look at the making of everyone’s favorite holiday classics with secrets from the stars, screenwriters, set designers, costume designers, and directors who create the movie magic. The network’s top leading ladies and gentlemen—Lacey Chabert, Kristin Chenoweth, Chris McNally, Christina Milian, Tamera Mowry-Housley, Jodie Sw... + Read More
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Close Knit 15 Patterns and 45 Techniques from Beginner to Advanced from Europe's Coolest Knitter Hardcover Lærke Bagger 9783791388861 $47.00 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 08, 2022

Attention twenty-first century knitters! Put down your stitch markers, cable needles, and rulers, it’s time to dive into your scrap yarn bag and throw caution to the wind.Europe’s hippest textile genius throws the rulebook out the window with a knitting book like never before. Tired of dowdy knitting patterns? Bored of videos made by traditionalists with no sense of fun? Freaked out by complicated instructions that leave no room for mistakes? Do you want to learn to knit fur? How about some funky patterns for children’s clothes that kids will ... + Read More
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The Quilted Home Handbook A Guide to Developing Your Quilting Skills-Including 15+ Patterns for Items Around Your Home Hardcover Wendy Chow 9781950968626 $44.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Jan 24, 2023

Perfect for beginners and experienced quilters alike, this quilting book features simple illustrations and easy-to-follow steps that teach you how to make 15+ beautiful quilt projects for around your home, including everything from placemats to a throw pillow to a matching bed quilt and pillow shams.The Quilted Home Handbook teaches you everything you need to know about how to create stylish, modern quilts for a variety of uses around your home. Each pattern contains easy-to-follow instructions, detailed diagrams and photos, and eye-catching de... + Read More
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Series: HALF YARD Half Yard™ Winter Collection Debbie’s top 40 Half Yard projects for winter sewing Paperback Debbie Shore 9781782219293 $23.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Sep 13, 2022

A collection of Half Yard™ sewing projects for wintertime style, designed by the award-winning and best-selling author Debbie Shore.Sew your own winter wonderland with just half a yard of fabric! Debbie has chosen her favorite winter designs from her much-loved Half Yard™ series, including five brand-new projects for you to sink your needles into. Whether you’re decorating the house for the holidays, looking for crafts to keep the little ones occupied or searching for gift inspiration, you’ll find a gorgeous collection of items to make: from cl... + Read More
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Series: LITTLE BOOK OF, THE The Little Book of Candles A Guide to Styling Your Space, Setting Your Intention, & Illuminating Your Life Hardcover Devon Fredericksen 9780525617617 $17.50 HOUSE & HOME Sep 06, 2022

Let this book illuminate your life as you learn everything about candles, from the self-care benefits to decorating, history, and setting the mood. With descriptive illustrations and photos, this is the perfect gift to pair with candles.This little book is both giftable and unique, complete with easy tips, décor ideas and craft projects, as well as inspirational quotes, rituals, and routines.This book serves as an entry point into all things candles, from homemaking and decorating to setting your intention and harnessing the power of aromathera... + Read More
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Mini Knits for Christmas Paperback Sue Stratford 9781800920880 $19.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Sep 27, 2022

Make the festive season extra special with these 40 adorable Christmas mini knitted figures and decorations from best-selling designer Sue Stratford.From Mary and Joseph to the little donkey and a stable, or a show-stopping Santa’s sleigh complete with all eight reindeers, you can knit a charming nativity scene. Other Christmas accessories to decorate your home, such as Christmas crackers, baubles, mistletoe and candy canes will make your knitted Christmas complete. • Clear, simple knitting patterns • Step-by-step photographs of useful techniqu... + Read More
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Gather at Home Over 100 Simple Recipes, DIYs, and Inspiration for a Year of Occasions Hardcover Monika Hibbs 9780735236288 $35.00 COOKING Mar 10, 2020

NATIONAL BESTSELLERPopular blogger and lifestyle influencer Monika Hibbs shares her favourite recipes and crafts to bring thoughtful touches to all of life’s moments—big or small.Monika Hibbs has found joy in planning gatherings since she was a little girl, but it’s not just the hallmark occasions she spends time thinking about. Over the years, she has learned just how important it is to slow down and savour life’s simple, everyday moments, in addition to the holidays and milestones.In Gather at Home, Monika Hibbs shares her favourite relaxed a... + Read More
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Series: DK Step by Step Knit Step by Step Techniques, Stitches, and Patterns Made Easy Revised edition Paperback Vikki Haffenden 9781465492128 $22.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Feb 25, 2020

Taking knitters step by step through every beginner technique — from the basic knit and purl stitches to lace and cables — Knit Step by Step is the perfect pocket companion for new knitters. Providing the essential information to start creating beautiful projects immediately, Knit Step by Step is an easy-to-master and colorfully illustrated reference that will reinforce good techniques and inspire creativity. Includes the essential equipment and materials, photographed and fully explained, techniques with simple-to-follow, detailed instructions... + Read More
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Operation Sock Drawer The Guide to Building Your Stash of Hand-Knit Socks Paperback Knitmore Girls 9781632506962 $33.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Oct 20, 2020

Knit yourself a drawer of beautiful socks with the originators of #OperationSockDrawer, the Knitmore GirlsInspired by the gorgeous sock drawers of Susan B. Anderson, Jasmine and Gigi of The Knitmore Girls podcast started the hashtag #operationsockdrawer in an effort to knit a collection of socks just as photo worthy. Tens of thousands of knitters have since joined the campaign to knit more pretty socks and the hashtag has grown to over 180k tags on social media.Think of Operation Sock Drawer as your sock knitting survival guide. In it you’ll fi... + Read More
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Series: DK Step by Step Sew Step by Step How to use your sewing machine to make, mend, and customize Revised edition Paperback DK 9781465492135 $22.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Feb 25, 2020

Make, mend, and customize your own wardrobe with this highly photographic beginner’s guide to machine sewing, featuring more than 200 step-by-step techniques.If you’ve never used a sewing machine before, or if you want to refresh your skills, Sew Step by Step gives you the essentials. Taking you through the basics, including the features of a sewing machine and the qualities of different fabrics, this simple handbook will soon have you making and mending your own clothes and home furnishings.Discover how to read patterns and adapt them to diffe... + Read More
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Series: DK Step by Step Crochet Step by Step Techniques, Stitches, and Patterns Made Easy Paperback Sally Harding 9780744027808 $22.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Feb 09, 2021

Get hooked on crocheting with this crochet book for beginners! Filled with step-by-step illustrations for an easy-to-follow and fully visual experience, this foolproof guide will have you starting your first crochet project right away!If you’ve always wanted to learn how to crochet but thought it would be too tough, this is the ultimate book for you! From choosing the right hooks and crochet yarn to basic stitches and patterns, Crochet Step By Step explains all the tools, materials, and techniques you’ll need to get started. You’ll be making sc... + Read More
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Super Subversive Cross Stitch 50 Fresh as F*ck Designs Hardcover Julie Jackson 9781632173881 $16.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 02, 2021

From the OG of the Subversive Cross Stitch movement (and brand of the same name) comes Super Subversive Cross Stitch. Featuring 50 easy-to-make designs—both brand-new patterns and fan favorites—stitched together with trademark wit. Don’t freak out. Don’t make this about you. May your life be as amazing as you pretend it is on Facebook. What fresh hell is this? Not today, Satan. Super Subversive Cross Stitch is here to provide crafters with the snarky inspirations they love to stitch. The book features 50 patterns—23 brand-new designs and 27 fan... + Read More
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Crochet Over 130 Techniques and Stitches Paperback DK 9780744020403 $31.00 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Sep 15, 2020

Learn more than 130 fully illustrated techniques and stitches and put them into practice as you go, creating 80 imaginative projects for home and to wear.Packed with step-by-step photography and clear instructions, Crochet has everything you need to crochet a gorgeous array of clothing, home decor items, and toys. Get started with your first crochet hook, work a range of classic granny squares, and discover how to craft delicate lace and openwork pieces. Practice your newly learned skills on simple projects as you move through the book, or dive... + Read More
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Modern Macrame 33 Stylish Projects for Your Handmade Home Hardcover Emily Katz 9780399579578 $34.00 CRAFTS & HOBBIES May 15, 2018

The ultimate guide to creating and styling modern macramé projects in the home from top creative tastemaker and sought-after macramé artist Emily Katz.Macramé—the fine art of knotting—is an age-old craft that’s undergoing a contemporary renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macramé workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macramé is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of ... + Read More
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Mending Life A Handbook for Mending Clothes and Hearts (with Basic Stitching, Sashiko, Darnin g, and Patching to Practice Sustainable Fashion and Repair the Clothes You Love Hardcover Nina Montenegro 9781632172525 $26.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Mar 10, 2020

Learn the art of visible mending—a joyful, meditative, and restorative practice—to repair the clothes and belongings you love! Mending Life, a beautiful modern sewing and mending guide with vibrant, full-color illustrations woven throughout, encourages us to break free from the fast fashion industry by repairing our clothes rather than discarding them. Along with DIY and how-to illustrations and tutorials, you’ll find heartfelt stories by authors Nina and Sonya Montenegro (creators of the popular @TheFarWoods) that encourage you to change your... + Read More
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A Well-Crafted Home Inspiration and 60 Projects for Personalizing Your Space Paperback Janet Crowther 9780553496307 $29.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Sep 26, 2017

Craft meets home decor in this gorgeous lifestyle book featuring 50-plus handmade projects for every room in the home.A Well-Crafted Home showcases beautifully styled rooms and calls out each unique and sophisticated item you can make in the room, from a sewn leather pillow and a painted tray for the bedroom to a pendant lamp and a large-scale print for the living room to a wooden planter and tea towels for the kitchen.
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Series: Outlander Outlander Knitting The Official Book of 20 Knits Inspired by the Hit Series Hardcover Kate Atherley 9780593138205 $33.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Oct 27, 2020

Feel the magic of Outlander at your fingertips with this officially licensed book of knitting: twenty patterns inspired by the hit series from STARZ and Sony Pictures Television, based on Diana Gabaldon’s bestselling novels.From the Scottish Highlands to the courts of Versailles to the eastern shores of North America, the TV show Outlander brings to life in gorgeous detail the epic love story of Jamie Fraser and Claire Beauchamp Randall Fraser. But beyond the drama and passion, what has captured fans’ imagination the most are the rustic knits w... + Read More
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200 Fair Isle Motifs A Knitter's Directory Paperback Mary Jane Mucklestone 9781596684379 $33.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 29, 2011

The comprehensive guide to Fair Isle knitting motifs!The mysteries of Fair Isle are revealed! 200 Fair Isle Motifs offers simple solutions to the seemingly complex technique of stranded colorwork. From simple single row patterns to complex all-over motifs, you'll find colorways that will thrill and inspire your knitting, whether you're a beginner or experienced knitter.By using the easy-to-read charts, columns to illustrate color changes, and clear photographs of each sample swatch, you'll find yourself creating beautiful Fair Isle designs in n... + Read More
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Macramé for the Modern Home 16 stunning projects using simple knots and natural dyes Paperback Isabella Strambio 9781782218364 $23.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Mar 18, 2020

This gorgeous book will show you how to create breathtaking works of wall art and statement home decor - all made using simple macramé knots, natural dyes and 100% recycled materials.This gorgeous book will show you how to create breathtaking works of wall art and statement home decor - all made using simple knots, natural dyes and 100% recycled materials. Start by learning 21 key knots, all shown clearly using step-by-step photography. Learn how to use natural materials to dye your yarn, as well as how to store your dyed yarn until you are rea... + Read More
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The Happy Homebody A Field Guide to the Great Indoors Hardcover Elizabeth Gray 9781950968381 $39.95 SELF-HELP Mar 22, 2022

A self-care book for introverts, filled with thoughtful reflections, funny musings, and creative prompts.The Happy Homebody includes:• Inspirational quotes and musings for introverts• Creative journaling prompts for self-reflection• Playful indoor activities including doodling, coloring, word search, and recipes• Self-care tips for quiet types• and more!In a world that favors noise over naps, this book will remind you that being a homebody is cool—and actually good for you. It is your permission slip to put your phone on “do not disturb” and a ... + Read More
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The Power of Knitting Stitching Together Our Lives in a Fractured World Hardcover Loretta Napoleoni 9780593087190 $26.00 SOCIAL SCIENCE Oct 13, 2020

Purl and stitch: Empowering, healing, and reconnecting us to each other and ourselvesIn a fractured world plagued by anxiety and loneliness, knitting is coming to the rescue of people from all walks of life. Economist and lifelong knitter Loretta Napoleoni unveils the hidden power of the purl and stitch mantra: an essential tool for the survival of our species, a means for women to influence history, a soothing activity to calm us, and a powerful metaphor of life.This book is a voyage through our history following the yarn of social, economic a... + Read More
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The Year of Cozy 125 Recipes, Crafts, and Other Homemade Adventures Hardcover Adrianna Adarme 9781623365103 $28.99 COOKING Oct 06, 2015

From the author of the popular blog, A Cozy Kitchen, comes a beautifully photographed one-stop-shop book with all the recipes and projects you’ll need for some cozy inspiration this holiday season—and all year long. You’ll love Adrianna Adarme’s easy-to-follow instructions and will enjoy getting lost in her warm and comforting photographs. Organized by the months of the year and by categories as “Live,” “Do,” and “Make, ” this book offers ideas for activities, recipes, and DIY projects that make the little moments in life just as exciting as t... + Read More
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How to Knit The only technique book you will ever need Paperback Debbie Tomkies 9781782219477 $23.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES May 04, 2021

This indispensable knitter’s manual is the perfect handbook for knitters to come back to time and time again.Teaching key skills such as how to read patterns and charts, which needles and yarn to choose, how to hold your work, casting on and off, essential stitches and finishing - this is the only book you need to get started on your knitting journey. And, once you’ve got the basics under your belt, there is a wide range of knitting techniques to explore - including lace, cables, textured patterns, beaded work and embellishments. This manual pr... + Read More
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Craftfulness Mend Yourself by Making Things Hardcover Rosemary Davidson 9780525610427 $25.00 SELF-HELP Jan 29, 2019

Craftfulness is the idea that making things with your hands makes you feel better, and can offer the same benefits as mindfulness and meditation, yoga, running, playing an instrument or singing.Integrating mindfulness, neuroscience, positive psychology, and creativity research, Craftfulness offers a thought-provoking and surprising reconsideration of craft, and how making things with our hands can connect us to our deepest selves and improve our well-being and overall happiness.We should get this out of the way: Craftfulness is not a “crafting ... + Read More
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Texture 20 Timeless Garments Exploring Knit, Yarn, and Stitch Hardcover Erika Knight 9781611809626 $36.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Feb 09, 2021

A timeless collection of 20 knitting patterns that invites you to slow down, celebrate texture, and immerse yourself in each stitch from renowned knitwear designer Erika Knight.Join fiber artist Erika Knight as she takes you on a personal journey through the landscape of knitted fabrics and examines the urban and natural landscapes that have inspired her designs throughout her career—through the city, country, and coast. Knitting designs can often feel frumpy and out of touch but the patterns of Texture will be an inspirational breath of fresh ... + Read More
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Make Yourself at Home Design Your Space to Discover Your True Self Hardcover Moorea Seal 9781632170354 $24.95 HOUSE & HOME Sep 26, 2017

Discover how to style your home for a deeper sense of comfort, with guidance from the creator of the 52 Lists journal series Fans of Moorea Seal know the style influencer and online curator for her beautiful 52 Lists journals and planners, and they love her rustic luxe aesthetic: inspired boho loveliness, dashes of inspiration, plus a twist of the adventuresome spirit of the Northwest. Now Moorea has created a home design book that’s equal parts self-help guide, memoir, and décor inspiration! She’ll help you explore what it means to create a re... + Read More
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Urban Quilting Quilt Patterns for the Modern-Day Home Hardcover Wendy Chow 9781950968190 $29.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Jan 19, 2021

Perfect for beginners, this quilting book features simple illustrations and easy-to-follow steps that teach you how to make up to 30 beautiful quilts in a short amount of time! A comprehensive guide for both first-time quilters and those looking for a refresher course, Urban Quilting teaches you everything you need to know about this timeless craft. Each pattern contains instructions for three different quilt sizes, with designs that feature bold colors and geometric shapes that will stand out and look stunning in your home. Urban Quilting incl... + Read More
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Portuguese Knitting A historical & practical guide to traditional Portuguese techniques, with 20 inspirational projects Hardcover Rosa Pomar 9781782217213 $28.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Mar 03, 2020

The history and practice of knitting in Portugal, with 20 beautiful, traditionally inspired patterns.More than just a history book or a handicraft manual, Portuguese Knitting is a trip to the Portuguese heritage of woolcraft. It discovers knitting memories of the past, traditional patterns and techniques that are brought up to date in the form of beautiful modern pieces such as socks, hats, shawls, cowls, pot holders and leggings. Containing previously unpublished images of great historical importance, this is a fundamental work in the history... + Read More
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The Colorwork Bible Techniques and Projects for Colorful Knitting Hardcover Jesie Ostermiller 9781632506658 $36.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Oct 06, 2020

Master colorwork knitting techniques with this comprehensive colorwork guide for beginners and advanced knitters alikeMaster beginner and advance colorwork knitting techniques in Interweave’s most comprehensive colorwork guide to-date!With chapters outlining more than a half dozen colorwork knitting techniques, The Colorwork Bible is your updated exploration of both beginner- and advanced-level skills with a vibrant, modern palette and inspired projects. Join knitwear designer Jesie Ostermiller as you learn:A variety of small-scale swatch lesso... + Read More
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Fair Isle Knitting A Practical & Inspirational Guide Paperback Monica Russel 9781782215806 $29.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 05, 2019

The definitive book to learning Fair Isle knitting by expert knitter, teacher and founder of The Knit Knacks, Monica Russel, featuring 60 pattern swatches and beautiful, practical projects to test your new-found skills.Fair Isle knitting has a timeless appeal, and is celebrated all over the world for its beautiful patterns and distinctive motifs. Using just two colours in each row you can create a myriad of different patterns that are deceptively easy to achieve. In this definitive guide, expert knitting designer and best-selling author Monica ... + Read More
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The Knitting Book Over 250 Step-by-Step Techniques Hardcover Vikki Haffenden 9781465482402 $52.00 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Sep 10, 2019

Everything you need to teach yourself how to knit, from casting on to creating your own designs.This new edition of DK’s knitting bible takes you from beginner to expert, with hundreds of step-by-step techniques, more than 120 stitch patterns for a variety of knitting stitches, and 20 knitting projects suitable for all abilities.Fully illustrated and easy to use, The Knitting Book is a one-stop resource for beginners and a rich source of inspiration for avid knitters who want to progress their skills and try new stitch patterns. Each technique ... + Read More
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400 Knitting Stitches A Complete Dictionary of Essential Stitch Patterns Paperback Potter Craft 9780307462732 $25.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 17, 2009

For knitters everywhere who love cables, lace, and textured stitches; for intermediate and experienced knitters who want a no-nonsense guide that contains every stitch they need; for creative knitters—new or experienced—who love to experiment with their designs.With more stitch patterns than any other full-color stitch dictionary on the market, 400 KNITTING STITCHES is an expansive resource. This book provides a basic guide to knitting techniques as well as the instructions for creating more than 400 stitches—from simple to elaborate. Each stit... + Read More
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Weaving Within Reach Beautiful Woven Projects by Hand or by Loom Paperback Anne Weil 9780451499219 $25.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Aug 21, 2018

The author of Knitting Without Needles turns her attention to weaving, the hottest trend in craft, with 30 equally ingenious and beautiful projects for bracelets, scarfs, baskets, lanyards, textiles, and more. The projects can be woven on looms that are bought (a small inexpensive lap loom), found (a hula hoop or tree branch), or not necessary at all, making this book an exciting introduction to fiber arts.The resurgence of the ’70s in fashion and home decor has brought about a new trend in crafting: weaving. Anne Weil gives macramé, basket wea... + Read More
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Modern Crochet Patterns and Designs for the Minimalist Maker Hardcover DeBrosse 9781944515850 $34.99 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 19, 2019

A comprehensive guide for beginning and experienced crocheters alike, Modern Crochet elevates the craft for a new generation of makers.Learn how to choose proper tools, understand all things yarn, proficiently read a pattern, and autonomously complete any crochet project. This definitive resource for contemporary crochet includes:16 ORIGINAL PATTERNSBasket - Coaster - Wall Hanging - Infinity Scarf - Bobble Pillow - Faux Fur Cowl - Velvet Scrunchie - Oversized Throws - and more! ($80 value alone)EXTENSIVE TEACHING & SUPPORT150+ Step-by-Step Pho... + Read More
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Knitting from the North Original Designs Inspired by Nordic and Fair Isle Knitting Traditions Paperback Hilary Grant 9781611803884 $33.00 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Nov 15, 2016

Nordic knitting projects that blend contemporary patterns with traditional colorwork for a style that will appeal to all knitters. Hilary Grant takes a thoroughly modern approach to Nordic knitting with this collection of thirty projects. With designs that are fresh, bold, and graphic, these geometric motifs give a contemporary spin to traditional colorwork patterns. With a range of accessories and sweaters there is something from everyone here: hats, cowls, fingerless mitts, sweaters, and more. The allure of colorwork tugs at the hear... + Read More
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Crocheted Wreaths for the Home 12 Gorgeous Wreaths and 12 Matching Mini Projects For All Year Round Paperback Anna Nikipirowicz 9781782216940 $23.95 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Apr 07, 2020

12 beautiful crocheted wreaths to make for all year round, each with accompanying smaller projectsWreaths are not just for Christmas - they can be used to decorate your home all year round! Anna Nikipirowicz shows you how to create sumptuous crocheted wreaths and other decorations that will grace your home and look beautiful, whatever the season.There is a wide variety to choose from spring, summer, autumn and winter wreaths to a gorgeous succulents wreath, an Easter wreath, a Halloween wreath and a Christmas wreath. These lovely yarny creation... + Read More