Lifestyle and Hobbies

A beloved Japanese bestseller, Menu of Happiness is for fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold and asks the question: What´s the one dish you´d do anything to taste just one more time? “As warm and nourishing as a good cup of tea…a series I can see myself returning to again and again.”—Mia P. Manansala, award-winning author of Arsenic and Adobo Every memory has a flavor. A very spec

The brand-new edition of the unrivalled Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book, the world's bestselling annual wine guide, including an extra 32 pages for 2026 and a special supplement on the pricing of wine and how to get the best value in every bottle you drink, with illustrations by New Yorker cartoonist, Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell.

Join author Jessica Long as she introduces you to 25 charming projects for animal embroidery including monarchs in love, a beetle, an axolotl, a garden mouse, seahorses, bluebirds, and more. The full-colour, step-by-step instructions inside will teach you everything from stitch direction to textured stitches and includes full-sized patterns.

This gorgeous book brings together 100 of the best winter knits from best-selling author and knitting designer, Monica Russel. Previously published in the 20 to Make series, these fabulous designs are quick and easy to make, and include scarves, wrist warmers, hats, boot cuffs, headbands and snoods. With designs for men, women and children in a range of colours and styles, there is something for

Previously published as The Beginner’s Guide to Knitting (978-1-90397-583-1), this popular book has been given a completely new and updated look. Now in a handy small format that fits comfortably in a bag and wire-bound so that it lies open while you are working, it also has a useful fold-out flap at the back that provides a quick and easy reference to all the abbreviations used in the patterns.

In her most personal book yet, the iconic star of the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and #1 bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up opens up about the cultural traditions that have inspired her philosophy—and can make our lives better today. “This book represents guiding principles by which I lead my life every day. They also define, at least for me, the

In this stunning twelve-notecard set, Maya Angelou's brilliant wit and sage wisdom help you celebrate your phenomenal loved ones and share meaningful words of encouragement with those close to your heart. "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." These words of wisdom--and eleven more of Maya Angelo

Based on the hugely popular blog, magazine, and Instagram account of the same name, The Bible of British Taste explores the true essence of traditional British style. Rejecting the pristine and predictable in favour of the lived-in and characterful, this aesthetic celebrates interiors filled with antiques, artworks, and enthralling layers of history.   As author Ruth Guilding puts it: ‘My perso

Hook up a rainbow of kawaii goodness with this super-cute collection of 40 amigurumi patterns from modern crochet designer Yarn Blossom Boutique. From three adorable peas in a pod, to a winking fortune cookie, these 40 fun and easy amigurumi makes will bring the Japanese culture of cuteness into your hands and your heart.

Create animal slippers for the family with this cute collection of patterns. First choose your slipper type - slide, shoe or boot - then your size, and finally choose one of 20 different animal heads to attach. Ira Rott is known for her easy-to-follow patterns, which include step-by-step photos and crochet charts alongside the written patterns.

An official Pokemon Crochet book! Make your own adorable Pokemon characters including Pikachu, Eevee, Squirtle and more, with simple crochet patterns and step-by-step photos to guide you.

Another official Pokemon Crochet book! Make your own adorable Pokemon characters with simple crochet patterns and step-by-step photos to guide you.

A collection of 365 different sashiko patterns to sew from sashiko sewing expert, Susan Briscoe. Sew all 365 to make a beautiful sashiko sampler quilt featuring all the designs.

Giving advice for those wishing to capture the beauty of the urban landscape, this guide annotates artworks in a range of styles and media to demonstrate techniques and details. It includes studies of a range of different architectural styles, from town houses and rural cottages to churches and continental cafes.

Crochet an heirloom layette with this exquisite collection of 20 patterns. Adorable colours, rich textures, beautiful ruffles, and delicate motifs combine to create a gorgeous wardrobe and accessories for babies, including rompers, dresses, sweaters, cardigans, and shrugs and an heirloom cot blanket, all made with interesting stitch patterns.

Spread joy with the official Bobbie Goods Postcard Coloring Book—including 10 supersweet full-color and 10 ready-to-color postcards, plus 35 stickers. Bobbie Goods Postcard Coloring Book combines creativity and connection in a delightful collection of pullout postcards. Featuring Bobbie Goods’s signature nostalgic and whimsical art style, these postcards bring simple joys to life with scenes of h