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By Laurie Wisbrun
This authoritative guide outlines everything readers need to know to create gorgeous fabrics. There’s nothing like it on the market! Learn More

By Sibella Court Photographs by Chris Court
In this deluxe cloth-covered style guide, celebrated designer Sibella Court travels the world in search of eclectic inspiration. She explores far-flung destinations and captures the essence of each in small details, exotic color palettes, exquisite textures, and traditional crafts. Along the way, she shows readers how to incorporate these elements into interiors and how to replicate the ideas in their own spaces. Learn More

By Lois Weinthal
Interior design, as a relatively young discipline within the academic world of design, has historically been interpreted as an extension of other fine arts. Narratives exist, but they all too often treat interior design as a function of architecture or display rather than experience. An independent interior design theory is virtually nonexistent. Professor Lois Weinthal envisions a future where interior design is treated with parity to architecture and industrial design, a future with a new interior. Learn More

By Anna Sui
Fans of the iconic fashion designer can peek into the world of Anna Sui with this sketchbook, where blank pages for drawing are interspersed with Sui’s own fashion illustrations, scans of her vibrant textiles, and inspiring quotes from her twenty year career as one of the most beloved of designers. Learn More

By Steve Mockus
Have you ever really looked at a book? The state of being high rewards deep attention, and lots of things can seem really, really interesting. It might be a spot on the ceiling, or an oddly-shaped tortilla chip, or a bit of wood grain. Learn More

By Liberty
Crafters and fashion lovers will be lining up to get their hands on the very first sewing book from internationally popular and uber-stylish textile brand Liberty. Brimming with lavish photographs of bold, graphic fabrics, The Liberty Book of Home Sewing offers 25 irresistible and easy-to-make projects that allow readers to incorporate a touch of Liberty elegance into their home. Learn More

By Marjorie Hillis
Bubbly on Your Budget is an effervescent guide to living on a budget without sacrificing style. First published in 1937, these tips stand the test of time. Author Marjorie Hillis proves that it isn’t how much we have, but how we act, that matters. Learn More

By Karl Champley,Illustrations by Arthur Mount
Master carpenter and DIY Network host Karl Champley offers 50 home improvement projects to maximize space in any dwelling, no matter how big or small. Keeping an eye on style and economy, Champley outlines tools, materials, and techniques for searching ou... Learn More

By Sasha Charnin Morrison
In this unprecedented insider's guide, fashion industry veteran Sasha Charnin Morrison opens her little black book of celebrity stylists and shares their top secrets on creating unforgettable looks, landing a choice job, and working with the pros. Intervi... Learn More

By Holly Becker,and Joanna Copestick,Photographs by Debi Treloar
In Decorate, the world's top designers and leading decor experts including Kelly Wearstler, Amy Butler, Jonathan Adler, and many others come together to share over 1,000 professional tips, ideas, and solutions for every room and every budget. Wri... Learn More

By Rebecca DiLiberto
This luxe little gift book holds the key to making a home harmonious. From the front door to the bedroom, every square inch of a dwelling can bring its occupants luck, and Welcome Home shows readers how. Compiled in a charming package with vintag... Learn More

By Janice Cole,Photographs by Alex Farnum
Chicken coops have never been so chic! From organic gardens in parking lots to rooftop beekeeping, the appeal of urban homesteading is widespread. Chicken and Egg tells the story of veteran food writer Janice Cole, who, like so many other urbanit... Learn More

By Jimmy Williams,and Susan Heeger,Photographs by Eric Staudenmaier
Jimmy Williams learned all about vegetable gardening at the knee of his grandmother, a South Carolina native from a traditional Gullah community whose members were descendents of Caribbean slaves. He pays homage to his family history in this inspiring ste... Learn More

By Mimi Luebbermann,Photographs by Susie Cushner
In gardening, there's nothing more frustrating than making the same mistake twice. Essential for gardeners of every skill level, this guided horticultural diary helps track successes and lessons learned. The undated journaling pages will last at least fiv... Learn More

By Lesley M. M. Blume,Illustrations by Grady McFerrin
The Huffington Post's "Let's Bring Back..." columnist, Lesley M. M. Blume, invites you to consider whatever happened to cuckoo clocks? Or bed curtains? Why do we have so many "friends" but have done away with the much more useful word "acquaintan... Learn More

By Molly Chappellet,with Jack Lenor Larsen,Foreword by Edward Albee,Afterword by Francis H. Cabot
Internationally renowned for his weaving and textile design, Jack Lenor Larsen is also an accomplished and passionate gardener. LongHouse, in East Hampton, New York, is a diverse exhibition environment, public garden, and educationaldestination. This bo... Learn More

By Todd Davis,Photographs by Juli Stewart,and Todd Davis,Illustrations by Nik Shulz
Skate ramps, zip lines, go-carts, and more! In this super-fun book, Todd Davisextreme sports athlete and host of HGTV's Over Your Headpresents 25 awesome projects for dads to build with their kids. Busy dads can choose projects that range from... Learn More

By Kerry Hannon
Filled with inspiring stories from real people who have changed careers mid-life, What's Next? is an exciting roadmap for anyone looking to make their next job their dream job. From a former mortgage banker who's back in the classroom to a tough... Learn More

By Anna Getty,Foreword by Zem Joaquin,Photographs by Ron Hamad
This holiday season, Anna Gettyenvironmental advocate, writer, television personality, chef, mother, and organic living experthelps families reduce their carbon footprint and save money without sacrificing style or tradition. Anna advises how to best ch... Learn More

By Rebecca DiLiberto
This handy guide resurrects the fine art of frugal housekeeping with over 500 tips on saving money throughout the home and garden. Learn creative ways to cut back, pinch pennies, reduce, recycle, and re-use. Want to save on the grocery bill? Buy the whole... Learn More

By Kaari Meng
Voilan instantly elegant dinner party! This vellum pack includes everything a hostess needs to savor the treasured act of inviting guests and setting the scene for a special occasion: 12 each of printed invitations, envelopes, place cards, and menu card... Learn More

By Derek Fagerstrom,and Lauren Smith
Like a roll of wallpaper, this home decor book is both lovely to look at and entirely practical to use. It showcases contemporary and vintage patterns, plus instructions for over 50 wallpaper projects ranging from quick scrap crafts (book covers) to more... Learn More

By Peter Yanev,and Andrew C.T. Thompson
In this updated and expanded third edition, seismic engineer Peter Yanev and risk management consultant Andrew Thompson explain how to prepare one's property to withstand a powerful quake, and how to protect one's family during and after the chaos. Reside... Learn More

By Alys Fowler
Have a small patch of soil? Or just a window box? Not a problem. Garden Anywhere shows how anyone can create an oasis in the smallest of spaces. We're not talking just a simple pot of marigolds, here. Garden Anywhere outlines everything... Learn More

Never lose a receipt or other important household document again! This organizer is the perfect tool for keeping track of your miscellaneous paperwork. Roomy pockets inside are great for storing anything from appliance warranties and owner manuals to main... Learn More

By Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan,with Jill Slater,and Janel Laban
From the Web site that attracts more than 3 million unique visitors a month, this groundbreaking book features 40 homes decorated by real people. Over 400 photos show details of all sorts of abodesfrom a tiny rental in Brooklyn to a condo in San Diego to... Learn More

By Adam Lowry,and Eric Ryan
When Adam Lowry and Eric Ryan founded Method, the environmentally friendly brand of cleaning products, they used packaging stylish enough to showcase on the countertop and pleasant aromas such as green tea and cucumber to transform household products into... Learn More

By Brad Finkle
Be the brightest star on the block when holiday season rolls around. In this easy-to-use outdoor decorating guide, "Mr. Christmas" himself helps transform any home into a sparkling winter wonderland. For everyone from electrical project wizards to people... Learn More

By Cath Kidston,Text by Stella Kim
This home decor organizer and inspirational tool features eight fill-in sections easily adapted to each room of the house, and durable pockets to store swatches and clippings. Each section contains space to dream up the perfect room, create project and sh... Learn More

By Joanna Yarrow
The latest in our top-selling series of colorful, chunky handbooks, 1,001 Ways to Save the Earth proves that simple ideas can have major environmental impact. Here are easy tips for every budget and every day, from taking canvas shopping bags to th... Learn More

Photographs by Melba Levick,Text by Elizabeth E. McNair
In the tradition of Chronicle Book's best-selling Mexicolor and Mexicasa, Mexicocina showcases over forty kitchens throughout Mexico. Melba Levick's stunning photographs and Betsy McNair's informative text and exciting recipes reveal the ble... Learn More