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Did you remember your scissors? Discover the tremendous pleasure of learning how to do it yourself how to cook, sew, clean, and more, the way it used to be taught in Home Ec class. With illustrated step by step instructions, plus relevant charts, lists, and handy graphics, Home Ec for everyone offers a crash course in learning 118 practical life skills-everything from frosting the perfect birthday cake to fixing a zipper to whitening a dingy T-shirt to packing a suitcase (the right way). It’s all made clear in plain, nontechnical language for any level of DIYer, and it comes with a guarantee: No matter how simple the task, doing it with your own two hands provides a feeling of accomplishment that no app or device will ever give you. |
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Discover twenty stunning, timeless knitting patterns, from cult Scandinavian brand Knitting for Olive. This book includes twenty gorgeous, accessible knitting patterns, and includes both brand new designs and a selection of tried and tested fan-favorites. There is a project here for everyone; the designs vary in difficulty, and cover a range of sweaters, tops, cardigans, hats, and scarves. Each project includes a full pattern, explanation, and four-color photographs. There is a techniques section at the back of the book to provide the knitter with any extra information they need to tackle every piece in the book.     Fully illustrated with beautiful and stylish photography, this book will take you straight to the heart of the world of Knitting for Olive, and show you how to create your own contemporary, Scandinavian-inspired pieces. Projects include: Chunky Rib Sweater December Hat & Olive Scarf Waffle Sweater Olive Top It's Not A Sweatshirt Karl Johan Sweater Simple and Simple Sweater Puff Tee |
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Make exquisite papers right in your own kitchen. With a few pieces of basic equipment and a small harvest of backyard weeds, you can easily create stunningly original handcrafted papers. Helen Heibert’s illustrated step-by-step instructions show you how easy it is to blend and shape a variety of organic fibers into professional stationery, specialty books, and personalized gifts. You’ll soon be creatively integrating plant stalks, bark, flower petals, pine needles, and more to add unique colors and textures to your paper creations. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.  |
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All Dogs Go to Kevin is a humorous and touching memoir that will appeal to anyone who has ever loved an animal or lost hours in James Herriot's classic veterinary stories. You can't always count on people, but you can always count on your dog. No one knows that better than veterinarian Jessica Vogelsang. With the help of three dogs, Jessica is buoyed through adolescence, veterinary school, and the early years of motherhood. Taffy, the fearsome Lhasa; Emmett, the devil-may-care Golden; and Kekoa, the neurotic senior Labrador, are always by her side, educating her in empathy and understanding for all the oddballs and misfits who come through the vet clinic doors. Also beside her is Kevin, a human friend who lives with the joie de vivre most people only dream of having. From the clueless canine who inadvertently reveals a boyfriend's wandering ways to the companion who sees through a new mother's smiling facade, Jessica's stories from the clinic and life show how her love for canines lifts her up and grounds her, too. Above all, this book reminds us, with gentle humor and honesty, why we put up with the pee on the carpet, the chewed-up shoes, and the late-night trips to the vet: because the animals we love so much can, in fact, change our lives. |
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The wildly popular YouTube star behind CLEAN MY SPACE presents the breakthrough solution to cleaning better with less effort Melissa Maker is beloved by fans all over the world for her completely re-engineered approach to cleaning. As the dynamic new authority on home and living, Melissa knows that to invest any of our precious time in cleaning, we need to see big, long-lasting results. So, she developed her method to help us get the most out of our effort and keep our homes fresh and welcoming every day. In her long-awaited debut book, she shares her revolutionary 3-step solution: • Identify the most important areas (MIAs) in your home that need attention • Select the proper products, tools, and techniques (PTT) for the job • Implement these new cleaning routines so that they stick Clean My Space takes the chore out of cleaning with Melissa’s incredible tips and cleaning hacks (the power of pretreating!), her lightning fast 5–10 minute “express clean” routines for every room when time is tightest, and her techniques for cleaning even the most daunting places and spaces. And a big bonus: Melissa gives guidance on the best non-toxic, eco-conscious cleaning products and offers natural cleaning solution recipes you can make at home using essential oils to soothe and refresh. With Melissa’s simple, groundbreaking method you can truly live in a cleaner, more cheerful, and calming home all the time. |
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With it's short legs and oversized facial features, the Corgi has become one of the cutest and most popular dog breeds in America today. Their affectionate personality and adaptability make them perfectly suited to most homes and environments. The Complete Guide to Corgis is intended for the busy new owner who needs to quickly and easily learn everything they NEED to know as they embark on Corgi ownership. This comprehensive guide answers every question you may have including: Is a Corgi right for me?What do I do now that I've brought home my Corgi?How can I best train my Corgi?What common mistakes should I avoid? Be prepared for your new pup, and all the challenges that come along with owning a Corgi. This book will take you on a step-by-step journey and walk you through virtually everything you'll need to know as a new Corgi owner, including: The differences between the Pembroke and Cardigan breedsCorgi history and characteristicsThe ideal Corgi homeFinding the right Corgi for youPreparing for your new CorgiThe first Week with your new puppythe first Month with your new puppyCorgi House-trainingThe importance of socializing your CorgiBeing a GREAT puppy parentCorgis and other dogsTraining your Corgi puppyBasic CommandsCorgi Nutritional NeedsGrooming a CorgiBasic Corgi health careHealth concerns with CorgisYour aging Corgi If your are ready to take on the challenges and joys of owning a Corgi, then this is the book you need. The road to being a great Puppy parent is a long and difficult one, this road map can help you navigate all the twist and turns as you start the most amazing journey of your life! |
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A wonderful book for anyone interested in starting their own homestead or small farm. This book will show you how to be self reliant and build the things you'll need. There are more than 200 illustrations showing you how to make handy farm devices. You'll learn about the farmer's workshop and tools, running a grindstone, making a dumb waiter, making a cradle, how to clean a well, how to stake out stock, bee keeping, how to transplant trees, how to build a bridge for a small stream, how to keep a gate from sagging, important points in house building, how to build small greenhouses, advice on the best way to split wood, black smithing, and much, much more in this thrift-conscious and environmentally wise book. |
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An unexpected new look into everything "Dalmatian"; a MUST-READ that includes practical tips, tricks, and insights to help a new (or seasoned) Dalmatian owner. Using interviews with 18 top Dalmatian breeders, author Vanessa Richie has created an in-depth look at what it REALLY takes to successfully live with, raise, and train a Dalmatian. Covering all the Dalmatian-specific topics you NEED TO KNOW, such as: •The unique personality and quirks of the Dalmatian breed •Early training (including housebreaking) strategies for Dalmatians •Choosing the proper supplies and food for a Dalmatian puppy •Helpful strategies for socializing a Dalmatian with other dogs •Health care advice for each stage of your Dalmatian's life •Grooming tips that a Dalmatian owner needs to know! If you are considering bringing a Dalmatian into your home (or already have!) then you need to read this book as soon as possible! Dalmatians are one of the most easily recognizable dog breeds in the world. Even people who don't think they can tell one breed from another quickly identify a Dalmatian. They have a thin, muscular frame that is covered by a spotted coat that can't help but inspire the imagination. This is a very dignified-looking dog that has one of the goofiest personalities in the canine world. They have been the subject of movies and shows, are considered a constant companion for firefighters, and are understandably considered a great family dog. The Complete Guide to Dalmatians will answer all your pressing questions including: •Is a Dalmatian the right dog for me and my family? •What supplies do I need to have on hand before my Dalmatian arrives? •What training strategies work best on Dalmatians? •What is the best way to keep my Dalmatian active, healthy, and fit? The Complete Guide to Dalmatians gives you everything you need to know about owning this wonderful breed. This book is designed to help you get the best out of all stages of your dog's life; and teaches you how to avoid having a Dalmatian that is bored, destructive, and stressful. Chapters include basics and advanced topics such as: •Dalmatian attributes and temperament •Is the Dalmatian right for you? •Breeders, rescues, and adoption options. •The first few weeks home with a Dalmatian puppy •Housetraining step-by-step •Socializing with people and other dogs •Physical and mental exercise •Training your Dalmatian •Basic command training •Dealing with unwanted behaviors •Nutrition advice •Grooming your Dalmatian •Dalmatian-specific diseases and genetic disorders •Advanced Dalmatian health and aging care Start your Dalmatian ownership off on the right foot by being fully prepared for everything you will encounter as a new owner. Let "The Complete Guide to Dalmatians" be your guide as you successfully raise, train, and love your new Dalmatian! |
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Fill your home with colorful cushions, table runners, and wall hangings inspired by historic folk embroidery from the Mediterranean and beyond. Everyday Folk begins with a series of essential projects that feature a range of classic folk embroidery designs such as table runners, table squares, and cushion covers. The book then continues on to explain how to design your own projects, work with motif repeats, and adapt historic layouts to create lively and colorful textiles for your home. Through the use of just two embroidery stitches-cross stitch and backstitch-you'll be able to create a wide variety of beautiful and useful household items. This full-color book introduces the modern stitcher to the world of traditional folk embroidery with clear, detailed instructions and a design library of over 175 charts. It makes a welcome addition to any stitchers reference library. As the author states in her Introduction, "We yearn for color, complexity, and beauty in our daily environment. Folk embroidery is a compelling example of this deep desire to create objects that surround us in color, texture, and symbolic meaning." Join her on a multi-cultural journey through the centuries as she shares how you can bring this ancient beauty into your modern home! |
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If you are looking to start or grow your flower business, "Flourishing in the Flower Business: A Comprehensive Guide to Growing and Selling Beautiful Blooms" is the course for you! This course provides a comprehensive overview of the flower business, covering everything from flower sourcing and arrangement to marketing and business management. By taking this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to start and run a successful flower business. You will learn about best practices for growing and sourcing high-quality flowers, creating beautiful flower arrangements and displays, pricing and selling flowers online and offline, and managing your finances, legal requirements, and staff. In addition to the comprehensive curriculum, this course also offers practical tips and real-life examples from successful flower business owners. You will have the opportunity to learn from their experiences and apply their insights to your own business. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your flower business to the next level, "Flourishing in the Flower Business" is the course you need. So don't hesitate, sign up today and start your journey towards a successful and fulfilling career in the flower industry! |
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Root Cellar Construction Handbook This book is for you if; 1. You want to preserve your home-grown fresh produce to last all year. 2. You want to sustain the security of your food in a grid-down situation. 3. You want to live off the grid and need to freshly preserve your foods. 4. You want a non-modern method of preserving foods should a natural disaster occur. Suppose you own a sizable garden or orchard or purchase additional farm fresh produce in season to consume throughout the year. In that case, you are aware of how time- and space-consuming it can be to store all those tasty vegetables and fruits. Although some foods, like broccoli and cherries, must be preserved by canning, freezing, or dehydrating, several vegetables and fruits can be preserved naturally by storing them in a cool, dark environment clear of rodents and other predators. To achieve this, the best solution is to have a root cellar considering the majority of us do not own an industrial-sized walk-in refrigerator to store things in (and don't wish to pay the electricity bill on one either). The root cellar was an essential element of the home in the era before supermarkets because it allowed the family to feed until the coming year's produce. Once again, root cellars are becoming important for the contemporary gardener and anybody striving for self-sufficiency as an energy-free, inexpensive alternative for storing produce to savor the tastes of the garden in the dead of winter and to preserve rootstock and bulbs for the next growing season. Of course, building a root cellar requires you to have sufficient knowledge on the subject to avoid making mistakes even before you begin, and that's why this book, Root Cellar Construction Handbook, was written; to serve as your compass and map to setting up a thriving root cellar. Below are some of the learning points covered in this book; 1. The pros and cons of having a root cellar. 2. The types of root cellar options available. 3. Tips for running a successful root cellar 4. Foods you can store in a root cellar, how to prepare and store them, and their storage conditions. 5. Root cellar construction requirements vis-à-vis the temperature, humidity, darkness, ventilation, size, etc. 6· Constructing an underground root cellar. 7· Constructing root cellar alternatives, e.g., sunken fridge or freezer and bucket root cellar. 8· Root cellar construction mistakes to avoid …and so much more! So, what more are you waiting for? Get a copy of this book RIGHT NOW to begin your root cellaring journey. |
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"This book is broad and leisurely and important. Something like the river itself on which Wendell Berry lives. It is full of wide and flowing thoughts and one thing leads to another in the manner that nature intended―or used to. The language ranges from the grave and beautiful to the sharp and specific, depending on the need to express the vast variety of subjects he presents."— The Nation The title of this book is taken from an account by Thomas F. Hornbein on his travels in the Himalayas. ""It seemed to me,"" Horenbein wrote, ""that here man lived in continuous harmony with the land, as much as briefly a part of it as all its other occupants."" Wendell Berry's second collection of essays, A Continuous Harmony was first published in 1972, and includes the seminal ""Think Little,"" which was printed in The Last Whole Earth Catalogue and reprinted around the globe, and the splendid centerpiece, ""Discipline and Hope,"" an insightful and articulate essay making a case for what he calls ""a new middle." |
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Learn the art of visible mending—a joyful, meditative, and restorative practice—to repair the clothes and belongings you love! “Not only a compendium of practical knowledge, but a moving meditation on what mending can mean more broadly. If everyone practiced the care, patience, and forgiveness suggested by the authors’ outlook, the world would be a better place.” —Jenny Odell, author of How to Do Nothing and Saving Time A beautiful modern sewing and mending guide with vibrant, full-color illustrations throughout, Mending Life encourages us to break free from the fast fashion industry by repairing our clothes rather than discarding them. Along with DIY and how-to illustrations and tutorials, you’ll find heartfelt stories by authors Nina and Sonya Montenegro (creators of the popular @TheFarWoods) that encourage you to change your consumption habits, celebrate a sustainable, intentional lifestyle, demonstrate mending as a powerful act that not only strengthens the object we are repairing, but ourselves as well. Beginners and seasoned sewers will find: • Basic Mending Skills: How to thread a needle, how to tie knots, and basic stitches • Sashiko: A striking Japanese hand-sewing technique for reinforcement and decoration • Darning: Plain weave, swiss weave, crocheted patch, knitted patch, and needle-felted patch • Patching: The best three ways to patch holes how-to guide • Mending Tutorials by Item: Down jackets, shirt cuffs, and linen • Other Common Repairs: Snags, buttons, belt loops, leggings, pant pockets, and more • Sewing Beyond Mending: Hemming pants, taking garments in, and adding pockets Extend the life of your favorite clothes and beloved household items with mending with this timeless and practical guide to cherishing and caring for our belongings. |
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Quilts! gives you full step-by-step instructions for 25 amazing quilting projects from start to finish.  Learn how to make a crazy quilt block, an easy weekend patchwork topper, a denim frayed lap quilt, or even a portrait quilt!  All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by home quilting experts, and contain pictures for each step so you can start quilting today. |
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AOS Orchid Culture Volume 1 is the first seven American Orchid Society Orchid Culture sheets formatted for the iPad; featuring beautiful Orchid photography by Greg Allikas. These popular documents have been at the foundation of AOS orchid education for more than a decade and provide orchid culture information in a convenient, concise interactive format. Orchid culture information included in this volume: • Catasetum • Cattleya • Cymbidium • Dendrobium • Lycaste • Masdevallia • Miltonia • Basic Orchid Glossary • Video • Chapter Narration • Interactive elements • LUX Conversion Calculator |
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Inspired by the wisdom of the natural world, Evergreen is the essential guide for anyone who is looking to unearth their inner strength and bring more joy and contentment into their everyday. Season by season, Evergreen guides you to reconnect with nature and find balance throughout the inevitable ebb and flow of life. From learning to trust your intuition to embracing the power of amateur status, rethinking your relationship with comparison to seeking solitude when you need it, Lydia Millen takes you by the hand and empowers you with the tools to create your own version of an evergreen life. Whether Evergreen finds you at a time of peace and fulfilment or a time of challenge and uncertainty, this book will uplift you with a fresh perspective and be a comfort you can return to in every season of your journey to come. |
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Dogs communicate with so much more than barks and tail wags. Misreading doggie body language makes life challenging for dogs and their humans. This small but mighty book is your perfect illustrated guide to seeing and understanding the subtle visual cues and interpreting the behaviours used by your beloved pup to express how they’re feeling. The more we notice and listen to what our dogs are trying to tell us, the more we can improve our relationship with our best friends, helping them to feel safe and happy. Original illustrations help you compare similar facial expressions, body language and gestures Interpret your dog's cues and learn how your dog uses his ears, eyes, mouth, tail and posture to communicate with you Spot the signals your dog is trying to give you to tell you they're stressed or conflicted |
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Step by step instructions on how to build a portable chicken coop. With over 100 pictures and illustrations. Also complete video links to watch the author build the portable chicken coop pictured on the cover of the book. Chicken coop plans and blueprints design and construction. Table of Contents About the Author Disclaimer Portable Chicken Coop Plans Building a Portable Chicken Coop Videos Pictures of Building the Portable Chicken Coop PDF File Links for Downloading and Printing High resolution with 6 bonus Plans How To Print Plans Plan Copyright Information Other Plans Available 6 chicken coops plans included that have complete plans in the book and links to download high resolution PDF Plans for printing. |
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An instant New York Times Bestseller “If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for a decade, get a dog. And if you want to be happy for the rest of your life, make a garden.”  —Martha Stewart, Martha Netflix Documentary The first fully comprehensive gardening guide from the legendary Martha Stewart in more than 30 years, with everything you need to know to curate a beautiful, thriving garden Master the art of gardening with Martha Stewart's Gardening Handbook: an in-depth guide that will teach you the knowledge and skills to cultivate a flourishing garden. From understanding soil composition to learning about different types of plants and gardening methods, you’ll discover the secrets to creating a stunning outdoor oasis. Martha covers: the nuances of careful planningsoil testingdrainagewatering and rainfallunderstanding plant hardiness zonesthe art of choosing the healthiest plants for your specific climate Plus, all different kinds of plants like: annuals, perennials, and bulbssucculents and cactivegetable and herb gardenstrees and shrubs From designing your garden to selecting the right varieties for your region, this manual has every detail covered. Whether you’re a green thumb or a gardening novice, this gorgeous book, filled with practical tips, stunning images (many from Martha’s personal gardens), and detailed explanations, will arm you with the knowledge to help your garden thrive. As Martha likes to say, gardening is a never-ending opportunity for growth. |
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The beloved Scandinavian Tilda brand brings you quilts for all seasons—from springtime’s Scrapflower Quilt to winter’s Happy Snowman Quilt. World-renowned for her beautiful fabrics and charming designs, Tone Finnanger has established Tilda as a creative lifestyle that makers dream of. From her inspirational studio on an island in Norway’s Oslofjord, comes this divine collection of quilt patterns, all made with the latest Tilda fabric collections. Fourteen quilts, many with matching pillows, are shown with gorgeous photography, in-depth instructions, piecing diagrams and full-size templates. The designs feature a range of motifs including cats, angels, birdhouses, trees, teapots, fruit, flowers and more that quilters will simply adore. Cut, piece, baste, quilt and bind your way into Tilda’s world with this exquisite pattern book, and make quilts you’ll cherish forever. |
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Discover little-known secrets to building a durable and sustainable hydroponics garden from the ground up and master the science and practice of raising vibrant, robust and healthy fruits, herbs and veggies with ease! Do you want to set up your own garden filled with fresh, organic produce right in the comfort of your home, but don't have the backyard space or the energy for traditional gardening? Do you live in the city but want to reduce your dependence on store-bought, pesticide-laden groceries? If your answer is yes to any of the questions above, then hydroponics gardening is perfect for you. Hydroponics gardening is the practice of growing plants without soil by using nutrient-rich solution to provide nourishment directly to the plant. In this guide, you'll discover all the tools, techniques and strategies to set up your hydroponics system and efficiently grow and maintain a vibrant garden filled with succulent and leafy green herbs, fruits and veggies. Among the insights and tips contained in this comprehensive guide to hydroponics, you're going to discover: All you need to know about hydroponic gardening, from the fundamentals all the way to advanced hydroponic gardening techniques A surefire, 7-step technique to set up and maintain your own awesome hydroponic garden filled with vibrant, healthy plants The 6 proven hydroponics systems you can use to set up your very or next hydroponics garden without fuss The simple 6-point questionnaire that will help you choose the perfect hydroponic system that is best suitable for your level of skill, budget, and involvement All the equipment and material you're going to need to set up your hydroponic garden and how to figure out the sizes or specification of each for your unique needs Choosing the right plants that are perfect for your hydroponic garden and tips to help you maintain and nourish your plants for a bountiful harvest ...and tons more! Whether you're looking for a therapeutic hobby or you're a serious gardener looking to improve your gardening skills, you'll learn everything you need to know to become a bonafide hydroponics expert capable of amazing feats of soil-free gardening! Ready to set up your hydroponics garden in your backyard? Scroll to the top of the page and click the "Buy Now" button to get started today! |
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This comprehensive beginner’s guide to quilting skills covers everything from setting up a sewing area to designing your own quilts.   Harriet Hargrave has taught quilting all over the world. Now, with the Quilter’s Academy series of coursebooks, you can learn from her mastery and decades of experience. Volume one of the series welcomes freshman quilters with classes, lessons, exercises, and projects that will build your skills from one project to the next.    Arranged in order of complexity, each quilt offers new challenges and involves new techniques that will help you continually build your skill level. By mastering the techniques presented in  Quilter’s Academy Vol. 1 , you will be on your way to creating your own quilts with precise, high-quality piecing.   Includes compete instructions for making 13 classic quilts! |
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From award-winning sustainability expert Ashlee Piper, a witty, no-nonsense guide to regaining control over your time, consumerist impulses, and financial and mental wellness For nearly two years, Ashlee Piper challenged herself to buy nothing new. And in the process, she got out of debt, cut clutter, crushed her goals, and became healthier and happier than ever—all the things she’d always wanted to do but “never had time to” (because she was mindlessly scrolling, shopping, spending, and stressing). After a decade of fine-tuning, No New Things guides readers through the same revolutionarily simple challenge that has helped thousands of global participants find freedom and fulfillment in just thirty days. The book follows the rise of what Piper calls “conditioned consumerism” and how it sneakily hijacks our time, money, and mental bandwidth, as well as harms the planet. From there, readers follow customizable daily action items that bring about the ease and richness of a life less bogged down by spending and stuff, without compromising on style, convenience, or fun. Whether you’re a bona fide shopaholic or someone who just wants to buy less and live more, No New Things is the antidote to modern overwhelm. |
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Declutter Your Heart and Your Home provides tips, tricks, and tools to rid yourself of the internal and external clutter weighing you down, as well as relatable stories and soul-nourishing truths from Scripture to fill your heart and home with what truly matters. Do you long for a richer life? One with meaning, purpose, and simplicity? One that's lighter, freer, and more focused on who and what matters? As moms who are busy, stressed out, and living in survival mode, we feel desperate for peace--with ourselves, our families, our homes, and God. But we often don't know how to find it. God wants us to experience abundant life--and it all starts with clearing clutter, first in our hearts, then in our homes. Julia Ubbenga--creator of the popular blog Rich in What Matters--is a trustworthy guide and companion as she shares the tips, tricks, and inspiring lessons she's learned on her own journey to minimalism. Her book will help you: Identify the unhealthy habits and addictions that disorder your lifeRedefine your relationship with money and the stuff it buysFind freedom from hurry, chaos, and consumerismReclaim God's peace in your heart and your home This journey toward simplicity will transform your life. |
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From the noble Afghan to indigenous village dogs, this vibrant illustrated gallery offers fascinating information on more than 600 dog breeds, from the author and illustrator of Doggie Language and Kitty Language. Meet more than 600 types of dogs in this captivating canine gallery, from the English Springer Spaniel and Moroccan Aïdi to the Thai Ridgeback and the New Guinea Singing Dog. Packed with fascinating tidbits and hundreds of illustrations, Dogs of the World also shines a welcome spotlight on the world’s 85 percent of dogs who are no breed at all, including mutts and village dogs. You’ll learn about different dog types and their working roles, such as herding, livestock guarding, scent detection, dog sports, and companionship, and understand what terms like purebred and landrace mean. Trace the history of our modern dogs through a vibrantly visual timeline, and pick up insights on breed health risks, personality traits, and how breed ancestry DNA tests work. Featuring adorable artwork and research vetted by dog history experts, behavior professionals, and veterinarians, this is a loving and accessible guide to the diversity of our canine companions. |
