Abrams & Chronicle Books

Fascinating and richly illustrated stories of flowers for every day of the year. Every day of the year a different species of flower bursts into bloom somewhere in the world. This collection of 366 flowers reveals not only their beauty but the fascinating botanical, literary, folkloric and historical stories behind them.   Discover the magnificent magnolia, which evolved more than 95 million y

A guide to harnessing the world of nature to create sustainable textile art. Textile artist Alice Fox shows how to work with found, foraged, gathered and grown materials to create fabulous textile pieces that are inspired by, and made from, nature. She encourages crafters to be open minded and experimental, using local (and sometimes) unconventional materials, working with the seasons and learn

An International Master's instructive guide to essential tactical strategies and positions in chess. A comprehensive book from the Swedish International Master Thomas Engqvist for understanding the most important tactical chess positions in the opening of a game, the middle game and the endgame. It cuts to the chase on the must useful tactical positions at each stage of the game. Knowing the pos

Fresh ideas and techniques for the rapidly evolving area of three-dimensional textiles. Leading textile artist Ann Goddard takes three-dimensional textiles to a new level in this practical book. Drawing inspiration from natural landscapes, organic material and a concern for the environment, Ann's work combines textile and non/textile elements with construction. Linen, loose fibres, paper and ya

Locations from film, tv, literature, myths, comics and video games are plotted in a series of beautiful vintage-looking maps with fascinating stories of how authors and writers picked these places.

Textile Landscapes demonstrates how to develop your approach to textile art with a focus on using found objects and paint and stitch on cloth and paper.  Cas explains how to exploit the contrast between the hands-on textural quality of working with fabrics and threads and the spontaneity and movement of brush marks to lend a painterly quality to your work. She begins with the basics – ke

Colour it in psychedelic colours, in tasteful tones, in all shades of orange! But just colour it! Recapture the purest sense of creativity by colouring in the most beautiful figurative designs – flowers, birds, butterflies – provided by a leading textile designer. By adding the key ingredient of colour you add your own spark of creativity to great designs. The design team, who work c

Every day of the astrological year carries its own singular vibration. Knowing how to tap into them can provide deep and meaningful insights into our life journeys—our joys, wishes, flaws, and fears.In EVERYDAY RADIANCE, you will find a year’s worth of advice, clarity, and renewal through a collection of 365 zodiac-inspired prompts. Divided into the 12 months of the astrological year, each of the

The new book by the author of the Sunday Times bestseller, Millie Marotta’s Animal Kingdom. Enter Millie’s wonderful world of treetop treasures and discover the birds nesting and flying high up in the treetops, and the myriad creatures found among the branches. The enchanting illustrations to colour in range from birds such Major Mitchell’s cockatoo and rose robins, to the magnolia warbler,

Books aren't just for reading. This photograph of color-coordinated cloth hardcovers captures the texture and beauty of books. I'd Rather Be Reading 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle from Galison is the perfect gift for puzzle and booklovers!

Build your ideas-brick-by-brick-in this lined notebook inspired by the iconic LEGO® brick.

Notebook features a colorful pattern of LEGO bricks.

Choose a cover to suit your mood: one side has warm-toned bricks, the other has cool-toned bricks.

Box with hinged lid, 65 practice cards, 1 information cardFrom the author of the bestselling Mindfulness Cards, this deck of 65 simple exercises makes it easy to practice mindfulness with the whole family. Organized into color-coded categories, the cards feature short prompts to bring family members together through practices designed to encourage connection, gratitude, calm, and more. Families ca

Having learnt the basic moves, how exactly should a player improve? In this much loved classic, Irving Chernev explains 33 complete games in detail, telling the reader the reason for every single move. Playing through these games and explanations gives a real insight into the power of the pieces and how to post them most effectively.

This goal-setting deck will help you turn your big ambitions into a set of clearly delineated goals that can be achieved over the course of a decade. THE REMARKABLE LIFE DECK provides prompts to identify your hopes and aspirations, and, by daring you to dream them, helps you make those dreams a reality.

Journal with the planets and heal your heart. Astrology has long guided humanity and told stories about our futures, pasts, and potential in life. Alice Sparkly Kat's six years of client work in guiding people to feeling safe in their bodies, relationships, and world form the basis for this beautiful and accessible journal. Divided into different planetary alignments such as Mars return and Mer

Graphic design guru Tim Leong presents Star Wars trivia in an all-new way—through playful pie charts, bar graphs, and other data-driven infographics. From a Venn diagram of Yoda's idiosyncrasies to an organizational chart of the Empire to a line graph of Grand Moff Tarkin's management decisions, Star Wars Super Graphic shines a new light on the much-adored universe.

An encouraging guide to cultivating self-love, courage, and joy from Alexandra Elle, a celebrated leader in self-care.

This petite fabric-wrapped journal pops with one of Marimekko's most eye-catching prints: Räsymatto. Slip it in a bag, tuck it in a pocket, or proudly display it as a chic desktop accessory.

Light, encouraging, and beautiful, the It's Just Mercury in Retrograde Journal is the perfect way to banish any celestial chaos and bring out the good vibes.

This refreshed version of the classic 52 deck is full of bite-sized wisdom for couples. With a tip for every week of the year, this makes a thoughtful gift for Valentine's Day, wedding showers, anniversaries, or any romantic occasion.