"New Zealand's Best Gourmet Pies takes readers throughout the country, as we search out the nation's very best pies. An icon of New Zealand's culinary culture, the pie is as close as we get to having a national dish. This visually charged coffee-table book is...
"Master the art of seasonal celebration with over 100 delicious recipes, beautiful crafts and inspiring gardening projects from Sunday Times bestselling authors Dick and Angel Strawbridge. Drawing on their many years of hosting friends, family and guests at...
"The world of wine can be intimidating, with its daunting range of varieties and the often arcane language used to describe them. In this guide, Charlotte Kristensen combines her considerable knowledge with practical advice to serve novices and wine...
"There's something about roses that no other flower can match. Is it the velvety petals? The intoxicating scent? The beautiful colours? The exciting thorns? Or the whole package? We humans are simply mad about roses. We were centuries ago and we still are now,...
"This is the only book on cleaning you'll ever need, offering practical, evidence-based advice on picking products and optimizing every aspect of housekeeping the scientific way"--Publisher's description.
"With decades of knowledge and proven, common-sense methods from 'The Barefoot Farmer,' this practical guide to biodynamic principles and practices will appeal to growers of every scale and experience level. In Barefoot Biodynamics, organic grower Jeff...
"It's almost 150 years since someone had the idea of mixing dry vermouth and gin - and yet the Martini is now more popular than it's ever been. What's behind this simple drink's enduring success? And can perfection be reached, with a recipe so renowned, yet as...
"The Home Reset is a digestible, room-by-room guide to cleaning and organizing-with realistic expectations and a sense of humor. When life happens, an Insta-worthy organized closet is not worth striving for...but, your home can still be your soft place to...
"An electric and visually stunning wine guide for the next generation of drinkers that cuts through the snobbery to shine a light on every aspect of wine, including the nuance of making and fermenting wine, the different regions, and of course how to order,...
"Discover how to easily regrow vegetable discards and scraps and turn them into harvestable, edible plants--even if you have no gardening experience. Learn how to grow indoors and maintain your regrown plants until they are ready for harvest. The accompanying...
"Build a one-of-a-kind quilted wardrobe with vintage quilts! Join Kat and Dale in exploring the world of one-of-kind, work-of-art garments and building a stunning wardrobe. Ten projects are included inside that span from simple accessories, like totes and...
"Our kitchens can produce a shocking amount of waste and even though food scraps may seem harmless, they can't properly decompose in a landfill. What's more: wasting food can strain your wallet. The average American family of four will lose $1,500 annually on...
"Quick & Easy Sewing features 35 simple step-by-step projects that use nothing more than the most basic of sewing skills. Discover cozy and colorful scatter pillows, stylish drapes and shades, elegant table linens, handy storage bags and baskets, a comfy...
"Whether you have a green thumb or a black one (or any colour in between), gardening guru Sabrina Hahn is here to help. With over three decades of horticulture and garden design expertise, Sabrina knows how to get Australians 'doing it' in the garden when it...
"'In this intimate book, TJ Maher - artist, gardener, nature-lover and contemplative - elegantly combines his painter's insight with his plantsman's knowledge to present a masterclass in garden artistry.'- Jane Powers. Grounded in the Garden explores the...
"Make Badass Clothes That Actually Fit! It is finally here: The holy grail for creating clothes that celebrate your body and let all your curves and swerves sing! In this guide to easy alterations, flip-thrift guru Allie Luecke shares all the top tips to have...
"Creating a healthy, non-toxic home feels like a losing battle. That's where board certified holistic nutritionist Tonya Harris' motto comes in: you only have to make small adjustments to make a big impact on your health. Enter: The Slightly Greener...
"With practical, step-by-step instructions and on-the-ground examples at every scale, Flower Farming for Profit is a comprehensive, beautiful guide to achieving profitability as a cut flower farmer. When Lennie Larkin set out to become a flower farmer, she...
"Growing and using the tastiest and most unusual heirloom plants from around the world. Why grow the same dull vegetables and herbs filling every supermarket shelf? If you're putting in the effort and growing your own, better make it something sensational!...
"The art of caring for the things you love ... Caring for the items you love around the home is easier - and more rewarding - than you think. In his first book, The Repair Shop's resident woodworking expert Will Kirk takes you on an inspirational tour of the...
"A real-time, fully illustrated, step-by-step personal account of an amateur enthusiast creating a cottage garden - at the same time showing you how you too can create the garden of your dreams. After many years of photographing gardens Mark Bolton decided he...
"Discover the joy of growing and cooking a vibrant array of Asian vegetables, herbs and fruits in this comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide. Connie Cao's curated selection of more than 50 cool-season and warm-season annuals and perennials makes it easy to...
"Become part of the Marvel universe with this one-of-a-kind, official guide on how to cosplay as some of your favorite Marvel characters-like Black Panther, Loki, Ms. Marvel, Captain America, Jean Grey, and more-perfect for Marvel fans and cosplayers of all...
"Rachel de Thame highlights plants we can grow that are rich in nectar and pollen, ensuring the garden is filled with beautiful flowers for us all to enjoy year-round. Arranged by season and illustrated with watercolors and photography"--Publisher's...
"This informed, practical guide shows you how to level up your photography, create engaging video content, negotiate social media, and establish yourself as a leading foodfluencer. Conquer this in-demand content space with secrets from the biggest foodie...
"Bulbs are an essential part of any gardener's planting palette from the first snowdrops of winter to the last crocus of autumn, they offer endless opportunities for floral impact and experimentation. In A Year in Bloom, award-winning garden writer Lucy...
"Embrace your feminine style with a collection of 15 dresses and tops to make at home. Using simple shapes and in Brogan's signature style, this book features a collection of classic designs with a playful twist in UK sizes 6-22. Brogan's down-to-earth...
"Discover the perfect plants for more than 75 different garden situations, from scented blossoms for a shady corner, to sparkling grasses for a sensory meadow. Plan a dream garden designed to last, with this comprehensive guide to growing more than 3,000...
"In a hidden valley tucked into an unspoiled corner of England lies a naturalist's garden that was developed from scratch by award-winning gardener and author Susie White, with the help of her husband and friends. This is the story of how they created a...
"Learn to make the water garden of your dreams! DIY Guide to Ponds, Fountains, Rain Gardens & Water Features provides essential information on designing and installing all types of home water gardens, plus fountains, waterfalls, streams, rain gardens, and...
"For over thirty years James Halliday AM has been Australia's most respected wine critic, and his Halliday Wine Companion is recognised as the authority on Australian wine. A best-selling annual, the Halliday Wine Companion 2025 has been completely revised to...
"Home coffee-making authority and author of Craft Coffee: A Manual introduces you to the wide world of coffee flavor Have you ever purchased coffee based on delectable flavor notes--strawberry jam, milk chocolate, hazelnut--only to find none of it in your cup?...
"Find your Inner Crunchy without becoming that person with this helpful guide from social media star Really Very Crunchy. Are you tired of being bombarded by toxins at every turn? Do you want a more natural, "crunchy" approach to the world (with or without the...
"We regard gardens as our personal dominions, where we can create whatever worlds we desire. But they are also occupied by myriads of other organisms, all with their own lives to lead. The conflict between these two power bases, Richard Mabey suggests, is a...
"As well as being an invaluable skill and a relaxing hobby, machine sewing is a great way of being kind to the planet by upcycling scraps of fabric. Here, expert sewing teacher Angela Pressley shows you how to make 30 stunning accessories, garments and home...
"Appreciate your garden in a whole new light -- at night! Cultivate a white garden that can also be enjoyed after sunset, not just during the day; Unique gardening guide includes gardening basics and design tips, plus profiles of various flowers, shrubs,...
"Patric Richardson is known as "The Laundry Evangelist," but his genuine love for household chores extends far beyond the laundry room. His philosophy is simple: tidying up is a privilege and a task you do for those you love (including yourself), and there are...
"The pros at Family Handyman magazine announce this all-new follow up to the best seller Whole House Repair Guide. Whether you're a first-time homeowner or an experienced DIYer, you'll reach for this must-have reference time and again. From fast fixes and easy...
"Based on the author's own experience growing a lush permaculture garden on her balcony, this book teaches anyone, anywhere to grow fresh, healthy produce in containers, free of chemical fertilizers or insecticides"--Publisher's description.
"You too can now grow alpines of all shapes and sizes--just follow the wisdom and guidance of Kew Gardens' expert Matthew Jeffery. Colourful and petite, alpines are perfect for pots, balconies and even outdoor windowsills. By combining the authority and...
"Everything you need to know to start growing mushrooms at home! Looking for something quick and easy to grow, that doesn't take up much space, and offers numerous health benefits? Then mushrooms are the perfect choice! Growing Mushrooms at Home will take you...
"Vast flower beds and large summer vegetable gardens are many southern gardeners' pride and joy. But gardening on a large scale isn't - and doesn't need to be - for everyone. In an era when many people would like to grow plants but are challenged by time,...
Becoming a successful chocolatier requires artistry, talent, and a range of well-honed pastry and confectionery skills. This book, from renowned chocolatier and pastry chef Ewald Notter, teaches those skills in a stunningly illustrated full-color format and...
"Do you long to create a garden you can enjoy? Are you not sure where to begin? RHS How to Garden When You're New to Gardening is your foolproof companion to creating a flourishing garden. Packed full of creative ideas with simple step-by-step instructions and...
"40 stylish, easy-to-follow autumnal sewing projects, designed by award-winning and best-selling author Debbie Shore"--Publisher's description.
""Making Tutus is a practical guide to making these traditional costumes for classical ballet dancers. As with the tutu itself, the book approaches the task in three parts - the tutu plate, the bodice and the decorative sections. It shares the secrets of a...
"Cookhouses and wharekai, hangi pits and coal ranges, boil-ups and mutton - this book tells the hearty story of sustenance and manaakitanga in rural New Zealand. The rhythms and routines of country life are at the heart of this compelling account of the rural...
"If you love house plants and you're ready to try something new then this is the book for you! Step away from your screen and discover the joys of growing and connecting with nature. Find simple step-by-step projects for every season accompanied by beautiful...
"Learn from Britain's leading dragonfly expert how to invite dragonflies and damselflies into your garden and help them thrive there. In this compact and accessible wildlife primer, 'Dragonfly Ambassador' Ruary Mackenzie Dodds shows how to set up a tranquil...
"Whether you want to alter a vintage jacket or create a full-tailored suit, this tailoring reference guide has everything you need to produce elegant, bespoke garments that last a lifetime. With over 80 step-by-step techniques on measuring, cutting, altering,...
"Do you have an outside space that you're not sure what to do with? Or want to feel the benefits of getting out into nature, but don't know where to start? Gardening: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide is your key to unlocking the world of gardening, created...
"Grow Your Own Mushrooms--adapted from Mushroom Cultivation--offers photo-illustrated instruction both on how mushrooms grow and how you can cultivate them yourself, with a focus on six types of mushroom: shiitake, oyster, wine cap, hericium, blewit, and...
"Provides step-by-step instructions on how to create fairy garden accessories; sections on techniques and materials; and a gallery of fairy gardens, houses, and handmade accessories"--Publisher's description.
"For the plant-obsessed woman of any age, this humorous, illustrated little book celebrates the devotion and quirky habits plants inspire. You know you're a crazy plant lady when watering is a hobby, you can't resist a cute pot, and just looking at succulents...
"A detailed, step-by-step guide to successfully altering and repairing ready-made apparel that will help you achieve the perfect fit and extend the life of your clothing"--Publisher's description.
"Social-media sensation Sidney Raz invites you to share the mind-blowing hacks and tips that make life so much easier. Packed with over 200 shortcuts and tricks, this might just be the most helpful book you will ever own. When Sidney Raz hit 30, he realised...
"Techniques and practices for skin renewal and ageless vitality. Explores ancient Taoist wisdom and chi kung methods to restore the skin's ability to renew itself by regenerating your skin's chi, or vital energy. Presents easy step-by-step instructions for...
"From planting your first seedlings to harvesting your crops and everything in between, gardener and homesteader Brian Brigantti helps you create a thriving vegetable garden right in your own backyard-all while giving you valuable insights into nourishing your...
"A primer for gardeners promoting greener, eco-friendly growing methods and sustainable gardening practices on every page. Build your vegetable garden on sustainable, eco-friendly foundations from the start with this new guide to growing your own fresh,...
"Extend the life of your favourite clothes, rejuvenate tired textiles and take pride in your wardrobe. What would happen if we turned our back on fast fashion trends? If we took time to slow down, to take pride in caring for our clothes and making them last as...
"Design, draw, and alter sewing patterns to achieve the perfect fit in your homesewn garments! Every body is different, and standard sizes certainly do not fit all! You're going to spend hours making your homesewn garment, so you want to be sure the final...
"From adjusting patterns to altering ready-made garments, learn how to personalise your makes to suit your style with this go-to guide. Starting with the basics, learn how to measure yourself and grade between sizes before moving onto pattern adjustments...
"A comprehensive reference guide to the producers and their wines, similarly detailed by region. From Burgundy to Bordeaux and everywhere in between, this is sure to be the resource on modern French wine for decades to come. The companion volume is a...
"This comprehensive guide to wine appreciation teaches you everything you need to know, from selecting the perfect bottle to pairing it with your favorite meal. Wine is more than just a drink--it's a passion, a lifestyle, and an art form. But for many people,...
"Vertical Gardening reveals the art of growing flowers, vegetables, succulents and herbs vertically, with low-cost and sustainable DIY projects. Ideal for gardeners patios, balconies and compact gardens, this book will help you to transform your space into a...
"Includes cost-effective and productive-per-area methods to grow vegetables throughout the year and ways to plan, sow, multisow, transplant, space, water, harvest and improve growth"--Publisher's description.
"Are you always late, do you miss appointments, lose your keys, forget your phone, miss deadlines at work on projects, have to pay penalties on late returns for paying tax? We can all be impacted by chronic disorganization - whether it be because of long term...
"In 2020, Olivia Laing began to restore an eighteenth-century walled garden in Suffolk, an overgrown Eden of unusual plants. The work brought to light a crucial question for our age: Who gets to live in paradise, and how can we share it while there's still...
"With step-by-step advice and helpful illustrations on landscaping, planting, maintenance and growth, horticultural expert Philip Thomsen has put together the perfect guidebook for all Kiwi gardeners, no matter their skill, time constraints or budget. Whether...
"This complete primer on how to make an eco-friendly container garden is dedicated to showing that everyone can have a garden, no matter the size, that can benefit the planet. RHS Greener Gardening: Containers guides you through greener choices when it comes...
"This new edition of the book builds on the the success of the first, with new techniques like using Japanese pickle beds and turning ferments into seasoning pastes and powders. It includes 65 new recipes; other recipes that utilize fermented foods have been...
"Big Dating Energy is the must-have, straight talking guide to the opaque world of dating, from TikTok's favourite therapist, Jeff Guenther. If you are equipped with the tools and the mindset to do it right, dating is so much more than a joyless trudge from...
"When a crisis hits, we all wish we could be a little more self-sufficient. With Breaking the Grid , you can learn to live completely off the grid or just be a little more environmentally conscious. In this comprehensive guide, you can find step-by-step...
"Every gardener needs clever ideas to make the most of their green space, whether it's big or small. The tips and tricks in this book take you through each season of the gardening year in a friendly way, with clear step-by-step instructions. Hacks include...
"Water is a welcome element in any garden, having the power to both soothe and excite. Combined with rock, it brings a whole new dimension to garden design. This book explains how to create beautiful rock pools, ponds, gravel gardens, wildlife pools and bog...
"Raised bed gardening is the fastest-growing garden strategy today, and Raised Bed Revolution is the definitive guidebook to mastering this consistently proven and effective gardening method. Raised Bed Revolution provides you with information on size...
"Get the facts about the biggest beauty and skincare trends from Instagram's cosmetic science expert Dr Michelle Wong. Will eating dairy give me acne? Do I need to wear sunscreen every day? How often should I wash my hair? What's the best way to fade scars?...
"Here is a topical, informative, and entertaining history of food preservation and waste in Britain from the sixteenth-century kitchen to the emergence of food justice movements in the present day. By exploring the many ingenious ways in which our ancestors...
"Saving money doesn't have to cost the earth. What do you do with your expired oils and spices? How can you make the best use of your microwave and keep meals healthy and tasty? How can you remove mould safely? Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British...
"Discover the joy of making your own customized, natural and organic cosmetics that won't harm the earth or your delicate skin. Unlock the secrets of radiant, healthy skin with The Handmade Spa: Natural Cosmetics. This comprehensive book, written by Sara...
"In Creative Woodturning Projects Richard Findley researches and masters new and innovative techniques to create 16 inspiring woodturning projects. The techniques explored include , pyrography, multi-axis turning, carving, texturing, and...
"If you're new to gardening, or have questions that need short and simple answers, Kew Answers for Everyday Gardeners is a comprehensive introduction to horticulture, broken down into 100 bite-sized lessons. With lists of 'top ten' plants for different uses,...
"How to Build Modern Furniture, first published in two volumes in 1951 and 1952, is a classic, practical guide to making simple yet elegant furniture in the home workshop. Profusely illustrated with detailed plans and drawings, the book brings together dozens...
"Create your own stylish furniture and home accessories using pallets and reclaimed materials for a modern, Instagram-worthy look. Pallets are easy to source, cheap and versatile. With Nikkita and Billy's expert guidance, learn how to deconstruct pallets and...
"Many have repeatedly tried to break their clutter's mysterious hold, only to fail. McCubbin explains what she calls the "7 Emotional Clutter Blocks," unconscious obstacles that stand between you and financial freedom, healthy relationships, and positive...
"Power. Politics. Prosperity. Plague. Tudor England; a country replete with sprawling landscapes, dense forests and twisting urban labyrinths. This is a place of stagnation and of progress; of glorious cultural revolution, where the wheel of fortune is forever...
"Do you want to... Make your home healthier and more comfortable in all seasons? Shrink your home's total energy costs? Make your gas bill disappear completely? Reduce your climate and environmental impacts? Make the change to renewable energy by going 'all...
"The surprising origin story of Britain's love affair with suburban gardening. It is said that Britain is a nation of gardeners and its suburban gardens with roses and privet hedges are widely admired and copied across the world. But how and why did millions...
"This one-of-a-kind book contains everything you need to build exciting, sustainable outdoor play spaces that can be adapted for any setting, big or small. There are 36 projects ranging from smaller designs such as the Bird Box Bookshelf and the Table-Top Ramp...
"Be inspired by nature's design! From the earliest snowdrops to alpine violet, tulips, and late autumn crocuses, bulbs add interest and color to the garden throughout the year. Renowned naturalistic garden designer Jacqueline van der Kloet has mastered a...
"Learn how to couple inspired design with flawless execution to create your own striking, original furniture. In his latest book, The Artisan Furnituremaker, long-time furnituremaker Darrell Peart-author of Greene & Greene: Design Elements for the Workshop and...
"BLACK+DECKER Complete Guide to Bathrooms brings you design advice, how-to instructions, and all the facts you need to achieve the bathroom of your dreams. This sixth edition of the perennial bestseller from the BLACK+DECKER Complete Guide series covers all...
"Succulents is a compact, beautifully illustrated field guide to 50 varieties of succulents. Inside this elegant paperback are full-page illustrations accompanied by profiles detailing each plant’s natural habitat, identifying characteristics, care and keeping...
This book is about salvaging, recovering, reclaiming, restoring and re-purposeing old junk. Stuff that other people have discarded, and have, for reasons of their own, decided were only good for the landfill. It is full of "before and after" photos of things...
"In Bite by Bite, poet and essayist Aimee Nezhukumatathil explores the way food and drink evoke our associations and remembrances--a subtext or layering, a flavor tinged with joy, shame, exuberance, grief, desire, or nostalgia. Nezhukumatathil restores our...
"In Blossom, botanical illustrator and lifelong flower lover Adriana Picker takes you through a year of flowers and the ways to live with and learn from them, with beautiful artwork as well as recipes and activities to encourage a slower life through the...
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