Home, Garden, and DIY
March 2021

Recent Releases
Clean Mama's Guide to a Peaceful Home: Effortless Systems and Joyful Rituals...
by Becky Rapinchuk

What it is: a well-organized, friendly guide to setting up cleaning systems and rituals by the author of Clean Mama’s Guide to a Healthy Home and founder of the Clean Mama blog and website.

What's inside: workbook-like questions to help you focus on where you need help; 50 housekeeping tips; checklists. 
Ancient Remedies : Secrets to Healing With Herbs, Essential Oils, CBD, and the Most Powerful Natural Medicine in History
by Josh Axe

The best-selling author of Eat Dirt draws on centuries of traditional Chinese, Ayurvedic and biblical medicine to identify specific dietary choices, medicinal herbs and mind-body practices for more than 70 common conditions, from hypothyroidism to autoimmune disease.
Creative Crochet Projects : 12 Playful Projects for Beginners and Beyond
by Stephanie Pokorny

Whether you want to learn how to crochet or you're looking for fresh, new projects to try, Creative Crochet Projects is for you! Featuring a variety of 12 colorful, fun, and quirky crochet projects with a charming, offbeat sense of style, this project book starts off easy, slowly introducing new techniques one design at a time.
Easy Beans : Simple, Satisfying Recipes That Are Good for You, Your Wallet, and the Planet
by Jackie Freeman

A professional chef and recipe developer provides 40 versatile, nutritious and inexpensive meals based on widely available beans, pulses and lentils including Dried Cherry Pilaf with Chickpeas and Pistachios, Huevos Rancheros Sandwiches and Vegan Black-Eyed Pea Jambalaya.
How To Not Die Alone : The Surprising Science That Will Help You Find Love
by Logan Ury

Logan studied psychology at Harvard and spent years researching relationships. Here, she explains expectations, emotions, and other invisible forces that drive our faulty decision-making. You'll learn: -What's really holding you back in dating-it's not what you think (and how to overcome it) -How to meet people in real life (and how to not come off as creepy) -Why your current dating app filters won't find a great match (and how to fix them) -Why you should always go on a second date (unless you're getting serious serial killer vibes) -Why "The One" doesn't exist (but you'll find love anyway) ...and much more!"
Focus on: Style
Wild at Home: How to Style and Care for Beautiful Plants
by Hilton Carter

What's inside: lush color photos; shopping and styling tips; home tours; the benefits of plants; care basics; and propagation info.

Want a taste? "Have you ever seen a variegated monstera? The way in which the green and white come together like a piece of marble cake is perfection."

Did you know? The author's latest book, Wild Creations, focuses on DIY projects like murals and plant stands and comes out next month. 
Elements of Family Style: Elegant Spaces for Everyday Life
by Erin Gates

What it is: a beautifully photographed, family-focused design book organized by room that offers practical advice and ideas for purchasing items (rugs, sofas, etc.) that can survive children and pets.

Don't miss: the detailed photograph captions; the clever sidebar tips; the author's story about her struggle with infertility. 
The Curated Closet: A Simple System for Discovering Your Personal Style...
by Anuschka Rees

What's inside: a minimalist approach to fashion that uses workbook-style exercises and infographics to help readers assess their individual clothing needs, identify their personal style, build a small but versatile wardrobe, and learn the art of smart shopping.

Is it for you? Created by style blogger Anuschka Rees, The Curated Closet focuses on women, but its philosophy can be adapted by anyone looking to step up their style and streamline their closet.
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