Lifestyle and Hobbies

With this book in one hand and a brush in the other, you can learn how to transform everyday furniture into something special, all for the price of a pot of paint.

Did you know the type of flowers you give can speak volumes? The Secret Language ofFlowersis a fascinating insight into the Victorian tradition of using flowers to convey secretmessages, in a society where feelings often had to be suppressed. In this beautifullyillustrated bookthe perfect gift itselfSamantha Grayreveals how flowers came by theirmeanings in folklore and how flowers became the langu

Decorative paint expert Annie Sloan shows how paint can transform any surface in your house.

Bring your day to a calm close, ready for the next, with Evening Mantras.

Discover the stories and meanings behind 20 types of beads, and learn how to instil your own beads with significance, protection and promise as you string them.Strings of beads are universal to all peoples and beliefs. They’re given many names – mala, rosary, misbahah, komboloi, prayer beads – but no matter the culture or context, they’re a tangible symbol of connection. Beads can tell a story, ce

Discover lagom – the Swedish idea of balance, harmony, beauty and sufficency.

Transform your home into a calm, balanced and harmonious oasis using architect Anjie Cho’s helpful advice, drawing on her background in green design and feng shui.

A beautiful journal to use throughout pregnancy and in those all-important first weeks after the birth of your baby.

This invaluable guide will solve the perennial 'What to wear?' problem for women everywhere.

Discover how to update and repurpose wooden furniture and homeware for an effortlessly chic home.

Any wall is the perfect place for a display, whatever its size, shape or style.

Follow Wendy Ward’s tutorials to make a capsule wardrobe of 20 classic garments, suitable for any body regardless of gender, age or body shape.

Learn about life from heroines of every era.

A beautifully illustrated journal and guidebook to unleash the enchanted explorer in you and help you embark on a magical night journey to find the wonder and wisdom of nature and creativity.

Can cats really be accessories to a planned prison break? Yes. In 2013, a cat was found walking into the grounds of a Brazilian prison with saws and drill bits strapped to its belly. Can cats terrorise humans? Yes. In 2012, a couple in Seattle had to call the Police after their violent pet cat cornered them in their bedroom. And when is a cat also a mule? When it’s a drug mule. These, and many

This profoundly powerful deck explores the healing and protective power of Mother Mary. Through the guiding wisdom of this oracle, she helps you connect with knowledge of your own spiritual potency and divinity so that you may experience peace and love in your life. 44 luminously illustrated cards capture the true essence of Mother Mary’s extraordinary energy and unconditional love.

Simple Feng Shui takes the agony out of understanding this esoteric discipline and offers an easy, clear, and user-friendly approach to the Eastern art of placement. Starting with a concise history and philosophy of the Taoist-based method of channeling the life energy, or chi, Sharp's uniquely readable "feng shui made easy" provides all the tools for practicing the fascinating Chinese art that st

"Paper Pups" is a book that comes alive. With 20unique dog designs, each Paper Pupis pre-cut, scored, and perforatedso you can simply punch them out of the page, fold them up with easy-to followinstructions, and they become adorable, iconic 3D objects to love and enjoy.

Reflections from Hell presents decades of Richard Lewis' "dark comedic premises," jokes and reflections that are fantastically illustrated by the remarkable art of Carl Titolo. Lewis recounts that he was "blown to smithereens" when introduced to the world of Carl Titolo. Titolo's visual interpretations of Richard Lewis' words create a humorous and compelling reflection on modern life and a co

Learn, practice, and document your spells all in one enchanted book.   Modern-day practices of witchcraft and magick are rooted in the spirituality that comes from knowing yourself and the elements around you. Author Anastasia Greywolf guides your way in The Book of Shadows: A Journal of Magick, Spells, & Rituals, created as a companion to Witchcraft: A Handbook of Magic Spells and Potions but