Home, Garden, & DIY
April 2025
New Arrivals
Garden to the Max : Joyful, Visionary, Maximalist Design
by Teresa Woodard

A writer and gardener and an editorial photographer present 20 vibrant, personality-filled gardens that embrace“maximalism” with lush plant layers, nonstop blooms and ecological benefits, inspiring gardeners to combine joy, style and biodiversity in their own outdoor spaces. Illustrations.
A Gracious Home : Cultivating a Spirt of Welcome
by Melissa Lester

From the inviting ambiance of cozy homes to the timeless appeal of elegant interiors, this new edition showcases livable spaces that embody deeply rooted visions of home. Gracious Home, the latest hardcover book from the editors of Victoria Magazine, invites readers to explore a wealth of possibilities for creating a warm and inviting home environment. This keepsake volume is beautifully bound and features the captivating photography and eloquent prose that define the brand. Whether you're discovering the aesthetic charms of gracious living for the first time or rekindling your love for it, Gracious Home is sure to enchant and inspire.
The permaculture garden : a practical approach to year-round harvests
by Huw Richards

Explores regenerative methods to create a sustainable, productive kitchen garden year-round, with advice on growing diverse edible plants, incorporating perennials, optimizing garden design, and enhancing aesthetics and environmental benefits through seasonal planning and mixed planting techniques.
Grow Your Groceries : 40 Hacks for Growing Plants from Supermarket Foods
by Simon Akeroyd

An author and horticulturalist with a TikTok account for non-gardeners offers 40 fun and simple hacks for growing plants from grocery store produce, turning leftovers like apple seeds, herb sprigs and kiwi into thriving greenery for windowsills, containers and gardens. Illustrations.
Next-level needlepoint : over 100 skill-building stitches and techniques for modern tapestry embroidery
by Emma Homent

"Get ready to take your needlepoint to the next level and gain the confidence to start making bold stitching choices. In Next-Level Needlepoint, bestselling author and popular designer Emma Homent walks you through over 100 intermediate stitches and 10 fun projects designed to build your skills and offers expert advice on where best to use them"
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Alabaster, Alabama 35007
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