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A Year in the French Style: Interiors & Entertaining by Antoinette Poisson - Hardcover

$60.00

by Vincent Farelly (Author), Jean-Baptiste Martin (Author), Ruth Ribeaucourt (Photographer)The founders of Antoinette Poisson take readers inside their historic townhouse on the Atlantic coast to discover a style and art of entertaining rooted in French tradition and elegance. Maison Lescop--the historic residence of an eighteenth-century French importer for the Indian trading company in Port-Louis, Brittany--seemed predestined to become the new home and restoration project for the creative d...

Small Spaces, Big Appeal: The Luxury of Less in Under 1,200 Square Feet - Hardcover

$35.00

by Fifi O'Neill (Author)Filled with space-saving storage and decorative details, these unique homes under 1,200 square feet prove that bigger is not always better. In recent years, many of us have turned our backs on the trend for oversized houses and embraced small-space living. Cosy, compact dwellings have so much to offer; they bring families closer together and make it easier than ever to express personal style. In Small Spaces, Big Appeal, Fifi O'Neill captures the zeitgeist by showcasin...

$45.00

by Natalie Walton (Author)A stunning visual journey through the homes of people from around the world who have taken steps to simplify their lives and embrace the principles of slow living. Still is an interiors book that invites readers to take on the philosophy of the SLOW movement. Living Sustainably; Local; Organic; and Whole. It talks not just to the question of the physical structures we choose, but also the surrounding environment, and what effect that can have on general happiness and...

The Maine House: Summer and After - Hardcover

$60.00

by Maura McEvoy (Author), Basha Burwell (Author), Kathleen Hackett (Author)Explore the soul of Maine in some three dozen of its most original, authentic, and evocative houses For several years, acclaimed photographer Maura McEvoy and art director Basha Burwell traveled the length and breadth of Maine in search of houses that capture the state's singular character. These are not designer houses; they are homes created by the people who live in them, from artists to writers to fishermen, disti...

Code Check Complete 3rd Edition: An Illustrated Guide to the Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes - Spiral

$74.99

by Redwood Kardon (Author), Paddy Morrissey (Illustrator), Douglas Hansen (Author)If you are a builder, remodeler, building inspector, or anyone who plays a role in building a home, you know how invaluable a good reference book is for staying on top of codes. Now in its third edition, Code Check Complete combines the full versions of the individual Code Check titles into a single, complete, all-in-one guide to the most commonly cited code violations encountered by building inspectors. From g...

House Magic: A Handbook to Making Every Home a Sacred Sanctuary - Hardcover

$19.99

by Aurora Kane (Author)Home-healing spells and meditations--accompanied by more than 100 colorful and inspiring illustrations--give you everything you need to transform your home into a restorative and magical space. House Magic presents home protections for every living space that bring together the traditions of earth magic, meditation, herbalism, self-awareness, astrology, and feminist spirituality. From the evil eye to stagnant energy, learn how to transform any space into a sacred sanctu...

Black and Decker Complete Guide to Patios Updated 4th Edition: A DIY Guide to Building Patios, Walkways, and Outdoor Steps - Paperback

$30.22

by Editors of Cool Springs Press (Author), Chris Peterson (Author)Plan an epic new patio, redo a current problem space, or design and install a path for any area of the yard--with up-to-date advice and photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions from a trusted brand. In BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Patios Updated 4th Edition, you'll find a deep dive into various projects that will help you make the most of your outdoors areas: Effective Patio Edging Brick and Cobblestone Paver Patios ...

The New Design Rules: How to Decorate and Renovate, from Start to Finish: An Interior Design Book - Hardcover

$32.50

by Emily Henderson (Author), Jessica Cumberbatch Anderson (Author), Sara Ligorria-Tramp (Photographer)From the author of the New York Times bestseller Styled, here is Emily Henderson's masterclass on interior design. "An approachable guide for anyone who is looking for tools and resources to create a home that speaks to who they are and what they love."--Joanna Gaines Whether you're embarking on a weekend refresh or complete renovation, interior designer Emily Henderson wants you to take ri...

Cozy Cottage & Cabin Designs, Updated 2nd Edition: 200+ Cottages, Cabins, A-Frames, Vacation Homes, Apartment Garages, Sheds & More - Paperback

$18.99

by Design America Inc (Author)Ever dreamed of having your own cozy cabin nestled in the woods? Now you can make it happen! Recently updated with 35 new house plans, this book will help you find the perfect efficient small home! Featuring over 200 functional floor plans for cabins, cottages, a-frames, vacation homes, and apartment garages, select and order these expertly prepared plans that also include construction blueprints and CAD packages that will bring your future home to life. Also inc...

Do-It-Yourself Projects to Get You Off the Grid: Rain Barrels, Chicken Coops, Solar Panels, and More - Paperback

$17.99

by Instructables Com (Author), Noah Weinstein (Editor)Illustrated with full-color photographs accompanying easy-to-follow instructions, this unique collection utilizes the best that the online community has to offer, a mammoth database churning out ideas to make life better, easier, and, in this case, greener. Here are fun, useful projects designed to get you thinking creatively about going green. Let the Instructables team illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicke...

Survive and Thrive: How to Prepare for Any Disaster Without Ammo, Camo, or Eating Your Neighbor - Paperback

$19.99

by Bill Fulton (Author), Jeanne Devon (Author)Get ready for a refreshing and unique take on preparedness. This essential guide is for regular people who want to handle disaster situations confidently, without digging a network of underground bunkers stockpiled with weaponry.From the really loud wake-up call of the COVID-19 pandemic to the escalating climate crisis, the world is becoming increasingly unpredictable. It's time to buckle up--but fear not! Army vet and sustainable organic farmer B...

Woodworking: The Complete Step-By-Step Manual - Hardcover

$40.00

by Dk (Author)Master the art of carpentry and create timeless handcrafted pieces with this essential guide to working with wood. Discover essential woodworking techniques - from basic to more advanced types of wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration - in this hands-on, instructive carpentry manual. Discover how best to use all the essential woodworking tools, including hand, power, and machine tools. Become knowledgeable about woods to choose the suitable wood for the j...

Good Housekeeping Amazing Science: 83 Hands-On S.T.E.A.M Experiments for Curious Kids! - Hardcover

$22.00

by Rachel Rothman (Introduction by), Good Housekeeping (Editor), Aubre Andrus (With)Awesome S.T.E.A.M.-based science experiments you can do right at home with easy-to-find materials designed for maximum enjoyment, learning, and discovery for kids ages 8 to 12 Join the experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute Labs and explore the science you interact with every day. Using the scientific method, you'll tap into your own super-powers of logic and deduction to go on a science adventure. The eng...

The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living Off the Land & Doing It Yourself - Paperback

$29.95

by Carla Emery (Author)#1 -- The Best Country and Rural Living Books*#1 -- 15 Best Homesteading Books for Beginners in 2021**For more than 50 years, this homesteading classic is the essential book of basic skills and country wisdom for living off the land, being prepared, and doing it yourself. Keep your family healthy, safe, and independent--no matter what's going on in the world. From homesteaders to urban farmers, and everyone in between, there is a desire for a simpler way of life: a heal...

$45.00

by Sean Scherer (Author)Designer, collector, and proprietor of the contemporary curiosity shop Kabinett & Kammer, Sean Scherer shares his secrets for composing vignettes of favorite objects, showing creative ways to incorporate both cherished possessions and flea-market finds. How do you make your home come alive with personality, charm, and memory? In the introduction to Sean Scherer's first book, Kabinett & Kammer: Creating Authentic Interiors, Anderson Cooper writes, "Scherer has ...

The Everyday Journeys of Ordinary Things - Hardcover

$16.99

by Libby Deutsch (Author), Valpuri Kerttula (Illustrator)Why does a light come on when you flick a switch? How can cheese from the supermarket have come out of a cow? What happens when you send a text? These questions and many more, both physical and more abstract, are clearly explained with graphic, flowing illustrations and child-friendly text - the book for every child who ever wondered, "How?" Number of Pages: 48 Dimensions: 0.47 x 11.89 x 9.92 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: Januar...

Ultimate Guide: Plumbing, Updated 6th Edition: Meets 2024 National Plumbing Code Standards - Paperback

$24.99

by Charles Byers (Editor)Learn how to make both minor and major DIY repairs and improvements that will save you money! No need to hire a plumber, especially in emergencies when you need an immediate fix. This best-selling guide, Ultimate Guide Plumbing, 6th Edition will teach you everything you need to know, from toilet installation and repairs to running underground sprinkler systems for your garden and yard irrigation. This new edition also includes new information on leak detection, mixed ...

$55.00

by Rose Tarlow (Author)An elegant manifesto for Rose Tarlow's approach of blending the personal with the aesthetic to create timeless, beautiful spaces. One of the most influential designers working in America, Rose Tarlow's signature approach is as much an emotional matter as it is one of color, light, fabric, and furniture. This essential book encourages readers to decorate with elegance and personal style through simple principles of creative design that are appropriate to any home. Finely...

Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff: Declutter, Downsize, and Move Forward with Your Life - Paperback

$24.00

by Matt Paxton (Author), Jordan Michael Smith (With)America's top cleaning expert and star of the hit series Legacy List with Matt Paxton distills his fail-proof approach to decluttering and downsizing.Your boxes of photos, family's china, and even the kids' height charts aren't just stuff; they're attached to a lifetime of memories--and letting them go can be scary. With empathy, expertise, and humor, Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff, written in collaboration with AARP, helps you sift throu...

Italian Interiors: Rooms with a View - Hardcover

$69.95

by Laura May Todd (Author) A stunning survey celebrating the beauty, idiosyncrasy, and romance of Italian interior design There are few countries with such an established design scene, distinctive aesthetic, and universal appeal as Italy. This sumptuously illustrated survey showcases 50 of Italy's most beautiful homes, from historic palaces in Venice and mid-century apartments in Milan to sun-filled villas in rural Sicily. Milan-based writer Laura May Todd takes readers on an intimate tour ...

The Hidden Art of Homemaking - Paperback

$17.99

by Edith Schaeffer (Author), Deirdre Ducker (Illustrator)The author reveals the many opportunities for artistic expression that can be found in ordinary, everyday life. Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.51 x 8.22 x 5.46 IN Publication Date: May 10, 1985

Rosario Candela & the New York Apartment: 1927-1937 the Architecture of the Age - Hardcover

$85.00

by David Netto (Author), Paul Goldberger (Author), Peter Pennoyer (Author)Masterworks of the Jazz Age architect whose residential buildings are as significant in their impact on the character of New York as the skyscrapers of Wall Street. Known and celebrated for many of the apartment buildings on Park Avenue, Fifth Avenue, and in Sutton Place--82 in NYC, including the storied 740 Park, sometimes called the richest and most powerful address in New York and whose famous residents included John...

Midwest Home Landscaping Including South-Central Canada 4th Edition: 46 Landscape Designs with 200+ Plants & Flowers for Your Region - Paperback

$24.99

by Denise Schrieber Technical (Created by)An updated edition within the Creative Homeowner's award-winning, best-selling series of regional home landscaping books, Midwest Home Landscaping, Including South-Central Canada, 4th Edition will show you how to beautifully enhance 23 common landscaping situations specifically for the Midwest region. From front and back entries to walkways, borders, slopes, and patios, each situation is presented with a variation for a total of 46 inspiring landscape...

$80.00

by Ricardo Labougle (Author), Mathilde Favier (Foreword by)An exclusive view inside the beautiful houses of Parisian interior and fashion designers, artists and influencers, expertly curated by photographer and author Ricardo Labougle. Celebrated photographer and author Ricardo Labougle takes us on an odyssey through the most superbly decorated homes in Paris. Labougle's striking photography highlights the rich variety of Paris interiors--from classical and rococo styling to more modern inte...

Storey's Basic Country Skills: A Practical Guide to Self-Reliance - Paperback

$24.99

by John Storey (Author), Martha Storey (Author)Whether you live on a small suburban lot or have a many acres in the country, this inspiring collection will empower you to increase your self-sufficiently and embrace a more independent lifestyle. A variety of authors share their specialized knowledge and provide practical instructions for basic country skills like preserving vegetables, developing water systems, keeping farm animals, and renovating barns. From sharpening an axe to baking your o...

The Soft Minimalist Home: Calm, Cosy Decor for Real Lives and Spaces - Hardcover

$45.00

by Abi Dare (Author)Award-winning interiors blogger Abi Dare of These Four Walls reveals a softer, more relaxed approach to minimalism that will enhance your wellbeing and simplify your home. Many of us yearn to turn our homes into calming sanctuaries, but there are still misconceptions of minimalist decor as sterile, unattainable, and devoid of personality. In her first book, interiors stylist and writer Abi Dare busts the myths, demonstrating that minimalist spaces can be warm, welcoming, a...

Embrace Your Space: Organizing Ideas and Stylish Upgrades for Every Room on Any Budget - Hardcover

$27.99

by Katie Holdefehr (Author), Genevieve Garruppo (Photographer)Organize and style your home using home-decorating and organization expert Katie Holdefehr's modern, chic, and simple-to-achieve design tips and tricks. Whether giving a studio apartment a makeover to maximize every inch of space for storage, creating a functional and streamlined kitchen, or revamping a bedroom into a relaxing sanctuary, home design expert Katie Holdefehr will be your personal designer throughout each step in Embra...

$80.00

by John Derian (Author)In this highly anticipated follow up to the iconic John Derian Picture Book, beloved home goods designer John Derian shares a new collection of 375 extraordinary images from his world-famous vintage art collection. Since the publication of his bestselling book, John Derian Picture Book, in 2016, John Derian has expanded his already far-reaching home goods empire with a line of puzzles and stationery and renewed collaborations with global brands like Target. His product...

Live with the Things You Love: And You'll Live Happily Ever After - Hardcover

$55.00

by Mary Randolph Carter (Author)With her trademark style and love of heirlooms and beautiful old objects, best-selling author Mary Randolph Carter delves into the interiors of real-life tastemakers (antique dealers, stylists, artists, and boutique owners) to explore how our homes are the perfect canvas for our self-expression. Carter's newest book indulges our desire to surround ourselves with belongings that impart beauty and meaning to our lives. Whether it's a collection of pedigreed antiq...

The New Bandsaw Box Book: Techniques & Patterns for the Modern Woodworker - Paperback

$26.95

by David Picciuto (Author)No woodworking project is more fun to make than a box. Requiring little material and offering lots of challenges, making a wooden box results in a satisfyingly functional project that is proudly used and displayed or given as a gift that will be cherished for years. It's no wonder boxes rank as the most popular woodworking project by beginners and advanced craftsman alike. David Picciuto is a huge fan of making boxes, especially with his trusty bandsaw. His Bandsaw ...

Ultimate Guide to Walks, Patios & Walls, Updated 2nd Edition: Plan - Design - Build - Paperback

$24.99

by Mark Wolfe (Editor), Editors of Creative Homeowner (Author)Designing the outside of the home adds to curb-side appeal, creates ambiance and increases the value of the home. A complete DIY guide to enhance your home with walkways, garden walls, and patios, Ultimate Guide: Walks, Patios & Walls, 2nd Edition provides the homeowner with all the information needed to integrate popular hardscape designs into their overall home landscape. Included are dozens of design ideas with easy-to-follo...

Decluttering Your Home, Mind, and Life - A Room-by-Room Journey - Paperback

$8.62

by Cassie Marie (Author)Are you tired of living amidst clutter and chaos? Do you yearn for a simpler, more peaceful existence? In "Decluttering Your Home, Mind, and Life: A Room-by-Room Journey," you'll embark on a transformative adventure that will change not only your living spaces but also your inner world. This groundbreaking book takes you on a unique journey through each room in your home, guiding you step by step toward a clutter-free, organized, and harmonious life. But it doesn't sto...