Lifestyle and Hobbies

People who rescue dogs have a great deal of compassion and enough loveto last through what is often a tryingadjustment period. But adoptive owners say the bond they feel with theirgrateful pets makes it all worthwhile. Heartwarming color photos of 15adopted dogs interacting with their humans celebrate the joy that comesfrom a fortuitous match. The photos are accompanied by the stories ofthe owners

Want to make your quilting easier to carry with you? Try the quilt-as-you-go methods that women of the 1800s invented so they could work on small blocks in stolen snatches of time. This quilting approach has many other benefits: It allows shorter sessions for tasks that some find tedious—no more weeklong cutting or piecing marathons. It makes sewing-machine work less cumbersome, makes use of small

Silk! Just the word invokes intrigue and fantasies of lavish mounds of richly hued fabrics. The journey of metamorphosis from caterpillar to silken luxury is miraculous. Textile artist Karen Selk delves into the amazing world of wild silk and the Indigenous people of India who raise the wild silkworms. You'll be drawn into the captivating world of a unique living culture that has been engaged in a

The perfect resource for fans who take their love of collectible sneakers to the level of customizing.With photos and tips for turning sneakers from well-known brands like Adidas and NIKE sneakers into works of art, the team at the popular Customize Kicks magazine introduces you to six experts' construction techniques, and gives step-by-step photo instructions. The nine projects range from easy—pa

Large-format collection of photography featuring the flora, fauna, and pristine landscapes of the Alps’ protected regions.Capturing the allure of this grandiose legacy of the ice age is difficult, even in superlatives, but this photo book provides up-close natural experiences throughout the parks and preserves of six Alpine nations: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, and France.From t

Let’s get crafty! Join internationally renowned artist and content creator Lucia Mallea on a fun and colorful crafting journey through 24 stylish projects.

From stunning paper flowers and cheerful party decorations to DIY home décor and even stylish fashion accessories, you’ll learn how to elevate inexpensive craft supplies

Lovingly crafted photo book of San Miguel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site consistently voted one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

San Miguel de Allende is an exquisitely beautiful, well-preserved Spanish colonial town. This charming 480-year-old city, considered to be one of the most picturesque towns in Mexico, sit

Embrace your dark side with this officially licensed Nightshade Society journal featuring humorous, macabre quotes from the hit series Wednesday. “I don´t do social media. I find it to be a soul-sucking void of meaningless affirmation.”—Wednesday Addams   Join the most gothic Addams family member and the Nightshade Society at Nevermore Academy with this blank journal that´s perfec

The official Lore Olympus postcard set features 50 pieces of the most iconic art from the hugely popular, Eisner Award–winning Lore Olympus. Send postcards featuring all your favorite Greek gods and goddesses from Rachel Smythe´s Lore Olympus. The back of each card has room to inscribe your own personal message, and the front features lavishly illustrated art from the award-winning comic.&

Welcome to Kitschmasland in a fun and nostalgic look at our infatuation with Christmas holiday decor from the 1950s and through the 1970s. This beautiful revised book covers the gamut of decorations – some whimsical, some beautiful – and a treasure trove of campy kitsch that the author calls "Kitschmas!" Join a magical tour of retro homes decked out for the holidays, and enjoy a variety of festive

When Joe Keller and David Ross introduced the first book ever written dedicated to jadite, it was met with critical and popular enthusiasm. It was a tour de force! Now this fourth edition, there are over a thousand pieces illustrated in over 700 color photographs. Additional photographs and a reproduction section enhance the book, along with updated values to keep up with an ever-changing marketpl

Embrace your inner unicorn with this quirky mini kit featuring a 3" mounted unicorn head that says "Fabulous!" when you squeeze it. Kit also includes a 32-page illustrated book of "uni"-spiration. Let your sparkle shine!

A gorgeously illustrated exploration of the science behind the universe's most stunning natural phenomena-from atoms and parameciums to rainbows, snowflakes, spider webs, the rings of Saturn, galaxies, and more

Two comedians offer hilarious encouragement for your most mundane struggles. Anybody can tell you “You can do it!” before the big job interview, or before you walk down the aisle, or before you head out onto the field to make the game-winning kick at the Super Bowl. But what about the other 99.99 percent of stuff you do?  That´s where Tiny Pep Talks comes in. Comedians Paula Skaggs and Josh

Botanical tarot cards: Beautifully illustrated cards call on the language of flowers to help you access deeper meanings in your readings Illustrated deck: Containing 78 cards and an 80-page guidebook Attractive gift package: Decorative storage box with a hinged lid. Cards printed on high-quality stock for a smooth, long-lasting finish. Plus a softcover guidebook with spine The perfect gift for tar

Tarot deck with 78 black and white cards, ready to be coloured in. Includes a beginner's guidebook explaining how to interpret the cards.

Tap into the divine wisdom of horses for guidance and self-transformation • Includes 40 beautifully illustrated cards featuring horse avatars and mythic equine beings such as unicorns, kelpies, Pegasus, and Chiron • The guidebook shares the message of each card, guidance to help you determine if you are on the right path or need a nudge in a more positive direction, as well as suggest

From the internationally acclaimed Czech writer Karel Capek comes this beautifully written and marvelously apt account of the trials and tribulations of the gardener’s life. First published in Prague in 1929, The Gardener’s Year combines a richly comic portrait of life in the garden, narrated month by month, with a series of delightful illustrations by the author’s older brother

The Sherlock Holmes Escape Book is the first in a unique new series of puzzle books, in which the reader is trapped in the pages and must find their way out by solving the puzzles that hold the key to their freedom. Visual clues are hidden among the intriguing illustrations; fiendish riddles, logic puzzles, and timed challenges unlock hidden doors and reveal the direction of travel; and mathematic

Watercolour painting is an absorbing, meditative art-from that many people would like to enjoy but don't attempt to because they believe they can't paint or simply don't know where to begin. An encouraging voice and a clear, easy-to-follow approach is often all that's needed to give people the confidence to get started and keep going. That's exactly what this book provides. Paul Clark, an enthusia