“An organizing book that reads like a cookbook. Each project comes with an ingredient list of supplies, an approximate time length, and clear step-by-step directions.” —Real Simple In this one-of-a-kind organizing book, there are smart, stylish solutions for every room in the house, including quick wins that can be accomplished in just twenty minutes and larger overhauls that may take an hour or more, including: A “drop zone” for dirty shoes and sports gear at the garage door Compartmentalized drawers for everything from kitchen utensils to makeup to socks A color-coded bedroom closet A playroom kids will actually keep tidy And much more! The end result is transformative: By implementing solutions that emphasize beauty as much as function, you’ll create a home that’s well arranged, a true place of calm and simplicity. Read more

THE NATIONAL BESTSELLERA memoir of the author's journey from an office job to restoring a cabin in the Pacific Northwest, based on his wildly popular Outside Magazine piece.Wit’s End isn’t just a state of mind. It’s the name of a gravel road, the address of a run-down off-the-grid cabin, 120 shabby square feet of fixer-upper Patrick Hutchison purchased on a whim in the mossy woods of the Cascade Mountains in Washington state.To say Hutchison didn’t know what he was getting into is no more an exaggeration than to say he’s a man with nearly zero carpentry skills. Well, used to be. You can learn a lot over six years of renovations. CABIN is the story of those renovations, but it's also a love story; of a place, of possibilities, and of the process of construction, of seeing what could be instead of what is. It is a book for those who know what it’s like to bite off more than you can chew, or who desperately wish to. Read more

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Master the art of sustainable living—achieve self-sufficiency without breaking the bank, even if you're starting from scratch!Are you yearning to break free from urban dependency and establish a more sustainable, off-grid lifestyle?Wondering if you can truly become self-sufficient while maintaining a full-time job?Do you dream of transforming your living space into a thriving homestead but feel overwhelmed by where to start?Whether you're motivated by ecological concerns, inspired by successful homesteaders, or preparing for future uncertainties, you're not alone in this journey toward self-reliance and sustainability.Imagine the joy of growing your own food, the satisfaction of harvesting rainwater, and the peace of mind from energy independence—all within your reach.The Practical Guide to Homesteading is your roadmap to achieving this transformation, bringing you affordable, step-by-step strategies for living sustainably off-grid, catered specifically to beginners.Here's a glimpse of what you’ll uncover inside this resourceful guide:Practical options for beginners to maximize their home’s energy efficiency.In-depth strategies for implementing renewable energy systems like solar and micro-hydroThe ultimate guide to sustainable gardening strategies that work in any space—whether urban or rural, maximizing your land’s productivity6 sustainable water management techniques including rainwater harvesting, crucial for any climateThe secret to efficient animal husbandry: Choosing the right livestock for your goals and resources5 proven methods of food preservation without relying on electricity, ensuring bountiful grocery savingsProven techniques for achieving zero-waste living and eco-friendly practicesThe key to building a supportive homesteading community, no matter how isolated you feelComprehensive financial planning techniques to avoid unnecessary spending while securing your futureThe top 6 DIY solutions for sustainable construction, saving you both time and moneyPowerful techniques for emergency preparedness to ensure the security of your homesteadEssential considerations for navigating zoning laws and legal regulations.Innovative permaculture techniques that transform garden efficiency and biodiversity....and so much more!Worried that you won’t have time to devote to homesteading? This guide prioritizes practical advice and efficient strategies, enabling you to integrate homesteading at your own pace, without needing to overhaul your life completely.What if homesteading seems too isolating or unfamiliar because of your urban or suburban situation? This book offers adaptable solutions for all environments, ensuring your journey toward self-sufficiency is achievable regardless of location.Think you lack the necessary skills? With clear instructions and beginner-friendly advice, you'll build your skillset confidently and avoid common pitfalls, ensuring resources aren't wasted.Ready to embrace an empowering, resourceful lifestyle, and fully embark on your homesteading adventure? Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" to start your empowering journey toward a more self-reliant future! Read more

Interior designer and television host Jeremiah Brent explores the emotional meaning of home in this warm and inviting book that illuminates what make peoples’ spaces so personally significant.For many of us, our houses are more than just where we hold our belongings. They are reflections of who we are and where we’ve been. They represent our aesthetics, our personalities – provide us with purpose and intention, and if we’re lucky, a safe space to live and create. For years, Jeremiah Brent and his family lived in one beautiful home after the next. Yet after a short time, they always felt the pull to move on. Curious to understand why, he embarked on a deeply personal mission to discover what makes a home a space that keeps you.The Space That Keeps Youisn’t just a study of beautiful interior design; it’s an emotional design book that explores what gives spaces meaning. Through candid conversations with nine individuals and families varying in backgrounds, lifestyles, and geographic locations, Jeremiah reveals how and why the spaces we inhabit come to feel like they truly belong to us—the memories, emotions, and stories that shape what home signifies.He introduces memorable people like the artist couple James and Alexandra Brown and their children who made an abandoned plot in Merida, Mexico their accidental paradise, and Tracy and Brian Robbins who found refuge during the pandemic in a serene single-story home in Montecito surrounded by fields of lavender. He illuminates a personal side of Oprah Winfrey as she speaks to the importance of nature in her dream of home, and describes the story of Giberto and Bianca Arrivabene, who fought to hold onto their family’s historic Venetian palazzo. Their stories are bookended by Jeremiah’s recollections of his own journey defining home with his husband, fellow interior designer and television personality Nate Berkus, and their two children.Filled with intimate, meaningful details—from the kitchen that now nourishes the grandchildren of the adoring couple who first cooked there fifty years ago to the beams of one apartment’s walls that are etched with hearts to literally represent the love that fills it—and accompanied by 300 inviting and inspiring color photographs—The Space That Keeps Youillustrates the essence of what makes a house a home. Just like Jeremiah himself, readers will leave this book with a newfound appreciation for the places that connect and shape us.  Read more

Does the idea of building your own container home appeal to you—but you feel quite clueless about how to begin?If your answer is "YES," keep reading; this book is written for you!Shipping Container Homes for Beginners is your trusty companion for designing, planning, and building your cost-effective container home. Within these 270 pages, you'll find an easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide that guarantees your first project will be functional, affordable, and stylish.You'll learn to evaluate if a shipping container home is the right choice for you, delving into essential considerations like the required level of construction knowledge, the structural safety of container homes, and the advantages and challenges they present. Understand the most common beginner mistakes to avoid and gain insights into the duration of building your container home, from planning to completion.This invaluable guide leads aspiring container homeowners through the multifaceted planning phase required to construct a sustainable and stylish container home. From deciphering the intricate layers of municipal, county, and state regulations to ensuring complete compliance, this book lays the foundation for a solid construction start. Beyond legal groundwork, you will learn to meticulously set up your project budget, design your container home, and select the right containers for your needs.Dive into building your container home with detailed guidance at every step. Starting with land preparation, you'll learn how to ensure proper drainage and grading, setting a robust foundation tailored to your site's unique characteristics. As you proceed, the guide covers essential steps such as installing the roof, windows, and doors and setting up utilities to ensure your home is well-connected and functional. The book delves into the intricacies of interior and exterior finishes, from framing and insulating—with tips on choosing the right type of insulation—to painting and installing flooring.In this book, you have a comprehensive step-by-step guide to creating your own shipping container home, perfect for the beginner, including:Project Planning Mastery: Learn the detailed process to plan your project precisely, from finding and assessing land, setting up your budget, designing your container home, choosing the right containers, and eventually hiring contractors.Building Your Dream Home: Follow a step-by-step guide through the entire building process, from preparing your land and laying the right foundation to installing roofs, windows, doors, and utilities, ensuring each construction phase is handled carefully.Beginner-Friendly Floor Plans: Discover 15 low-budget, beginner-friendly floor plans designed to make the building process straightforward and accessible, catering to various needs from cozy single-container homes to expansive multi-container family homes.Essential Insights and Answers: Get detailed answers to key questions about shipping container homes, including construction knowledge requirements, safety considerations, cost estimates, and build timelines.Insulation Techniques: Understand how to effectively insulate your container home, exploring the differences between external and internal insulation, condensation management strategies, and how to choose the right insulation for your climate and home design.And much more!...Ready to transform your dream into reality?Click the "BUY NOW" button at the top of this page to start your adventure in shipping container home building, where sustainability meets style in the comfort of your bespoke space! Read more

In Homebody: A Guide to Creating Spaces You Never Want to Leave, Joanna Gaines walks you through how to create a home that reflects the personalities and stories of the people who live there. Using examples from her own farmhouse as well as a range of other homes, this comprehensive guide will help you assess your priorities and instincts, as well as your likes and dislikes, with practical steps for navigating and embracing your authentic design style. Room by room, Homebody gives you an in-depth look at how these styles are implemented as well as how to blend the looks you're drawn to in order to create spaces that feel distinctly yours. A design template at the end of the book offers a step-by-step guide to planning and sketching out your own design plans. The insight shared in Homebody will instill in you the confidence to thoughtfully create spaces you never want to leave. Read more

The new comprehensive bible of interior design, from a home styling guru who has coached an entire Scandinavian generation in the art of creating a harmonious home. Frida Ramstedt believes in thinking about how we decorate, rather than focusing on what we decorate with. We know more today than ever before about design trends, furniture, and knickknacks, and now Frida familiarizes readers with the basic principles behind interior and styling—what looks good and, most of all, why it looks good.The Interior Design Handbook teaches you general rules of thumb—like what the golden ratio and the golden spiral are, the proper size for a coffee table in relation to your sofa, the optimal height to hang lighting fixtures, and the best ways to use a mood board—complete with helpful illustrations. Use The Interior Design Handbook to achieve a balanced, beautiful home no matter where you live or what your style is. Read more

Make small changes to your surroundings and create extraordinary happiness in your life with groundbreaking research from designer and TED star Ingrid Fetell Lee.Next Big Idea Club selection—chosen by Malcolm Gladwell, Susan Cain, Dan Pink, and Adam Grant as one of the "two most groundbreaking new nonfiction reads of the season!""This book has the power to change everything! Writing with depth, wit, and insight, Ingrid Fetell Lee shares all you need to know in order to create external environments that give rise to inner joy." —Susan Cain, author of Quiet and founder of Quiet RevolutionHave you ever wondered why we stop to watch the orange glow that arrives before sunset, or why we flock to see cherry blossoms bloom in spring? Is there a reason that people—regardless of gender, age, culture, or ethnicity—are mesmerized by baby animals, and can't help but smile when they see a burst of confetti or a cluster of colorful balloons?We are often made to feel that the physical world has little or no impact on our inner joy. Increasingly, experts urge us to find balance and calm by looking inward—through mindfulness or meditation—and muting the outside world. But what if the natural vibrancy of our surroundings is actually our most renewable and easily accessible source of joy?In Joyful, designer Ingrid Fetell Lee explores how the seemingly mundane spaces and objects we interact with every day have surprising and powerful effects on our mood. Drawing on insights from neuroscience and psychology, she explains why one setting makes us feel anxious or competitive, while another fosters acceptance and delight—and, most importantly, she reveals how we can harness the power of our surroundings to live fuller, healthier, and truly joyful lives. Read more

From the rising-star designer and author of the hit blog, Elements of Style, a full-color, fully illustrated book packed with honest advice, inspiration, ideas, and lessons learned about designing a home that reflects your personality and style.Elements of Style is a uniquely personal and practical decorating guide that shows how designing a home can be an outlet of personal expression and an exercise in self-discovery. Drawing on her ten years of experience in the interior design industry, Erin combines honest design advice and gorgeous professional photographs and illustrations with personal essays about the lessons she has learned while designing her own home and her own life—the first being: none of our homes or lives is perfect. Like a funny best friend, she reveals the disasters she confronted in her own kitchen renovation, her struggles with anorexia, her epic fight with her husband over a Lucite table, and her secrets for starting a successful blog. Organized by rooms in the house, Elements of Style invites readers into Erin’s own home as well as homes she has designed for clients. Fresh, modern, and colorful, it is brimming glamour and style as well as advice on practical matters from choosing kitchen counter materials to dressing a bed with pillows, picking a sofa, and decorating a nursery without cartoon characters. You’ll also find a charming foreword by Erin’s husband, Andrew, and an extensive Resource and Shopping Guide that provides an indispensable a roadmap for anyone embarking on their first serious home decorating adventure. With Erin’s help, you can finally make your house your home. Read more

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Engineering in Plain Sight is a beautifully illustrated field guide with accessible explanations to nearly every part of the constructed world around us.Author Grady Hillhouse is the creator behind the popular YouTube channel Practical Engineering (over 3 million subscribers!) and this book is essentially 50 new episodes crammed between two covers.Engineering in Plain Sight extends the field guide genre from natural phenomena to human-made structures, making them approachable and understandable to non-engineers. It transforms readers' perspectives of the built environment, converting the act of looking at infrastructure from a mundane inevitability into an everyday diversion and joy. Each section of this accessible, informative book features colorful illustrations revealing the fascinating details of how the human-made world works. An ideal road trip companion, this book offers a fresh perspective on the parts of the environment that often blend into the background. Readers will learn to identify characteristics of the electrical grid, roadways, railways, bridges, tunnels, waterways, and more. Engineering in Plain Sight inspires curiosity, interest, and engagement in how the infrastructure around us is designed and constructed. Read more

The husband and wife design team takes readers on a guided tour of their elegant farm residence in Ojai, CA—a home full of Patina Style inspiration. Brooke and Steve Gianetti offer an intimate look at their life on Patina Farm, the home they designed with an interplay of rustic and modern European charm. Beyond the gorgeously appointed farmhouse, the Giannettis readers through the sheds, outbuildings and gardens where they entertain and enjoy their miniature goats, sheep and donkeys, the chickens and ducks, and dogs. The entire residence is brimming with inspiration for a beautiful life in the popular Patina Style. “We decided to write this book to share why we decided to create this life and what we have learned along the way. We share how we decided where to live, how to design and lay out our property and how to think about the individual spaces. One of the main nuggets of wisdom that we have learned is that there is not only one way to live this life. The idea of this book is to give you some options.” Read more

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You deserve a home that meets your specific needs and desires! If you find yourself dreaming of the perfect patio, the ideal kitchen, and inviting rooms where you love to spend time, it might just be time to start building! With Building Your Custom Home For Dummies, you won’t have to feel intimidated as you plan, finance, and oversee construction on your new oasis. You’ll learn what it takes to build a custom home, including which pros to call and when. This updated edition also covers the latest in real estate and home construction trends, including smart homes, green building, and banking options. It's more important than ever to live in a home that’s truly how you want it, truly your own. Now is the perfect time to get started—if you’re still in the dreaming stage, this book will help you identify your style and articulate your vision. If you’re further along in the process, you’ll benefit from checklists and pointers on reviewing architects’ plans, evaluating contractor bids, flipping the home you build, and more. The latest guidance on building a beautiful home on any budget New ideas for high-tech homes with low carbon footprints Step-by-step instructions for securing financing, hiring architects, and finding reliable contractors Advice on how to invest your home-building budget wisely and plan for the future Building Your Custom Home For Dummies takes you from finding the perfect homesite through laying the foundation to framing and finishing—in the friendly Dummies style you can trust.  Read more

Gardeners, small farmers, and outdoor living enthusiasts will love this compilation of 76 rustic DIY projects. From plant supports and clotheslines to a chicken coop, a greenhouse, and a root cellar with storage bins, most of the projects are suitable for complete novices, and all use just basic tools and easy-to-find materials. You’ll find techniques to build whatever your outdoor world is missing, with additional tips to live sustainably, happily, and independently.  Also available in this series: The Backyard Homestead, The Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner, The Backyard Homestead Guide to Raising Farm Animals, and The Backyard Homestead Book of Kitchen Know-How. Read more

Building a home is a complicated, precise, and labor-intensive process. From drawing a design to selecting the site to laying the foundation, building the frame, installing the plumbing, wiring, HVAC, and everything in between, there are countless opportunities for something to go wrong. So how does a homeowner,  builder, or remodeler make sure that their project stays on track every step of the way? Having a copy of The Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling, 4th Edition on hand is a great place to start.This new edition has 48 pages of brand-new material—including new chapters on solar power and best-practice insulating—as well as the latest code information and updated sections on framing, sheathing, air sealing, and heating and cooling, enabling the reader to visualize exactly how to tackle any building project or problem.With 25 chapters, 688 pages, and a whopping 1,700 full-color illustrations and 300 quick-reference charts covering all aspects of home design and construction, this tome is the quintessential resource for home builders. As an added bonus, you can use it to hammer a nail if you leave your toolbelt at home. Read more

Unleash your creative potential with the Cricut Project Guide for Newbies!If you’re an intermediate-beginner Cricut crafter who’s been feeling overwhelmed lately, this book is for you. All-time best-selling author, Delara Chowdhury, has tailored the Cricut Project Guide for Newbies just for you. It’s time to say goodbye (and good riddance!) to the confusion and frustration over all the materials, techniques, and accessories you need to master.This book provides the clear guidance and inspiration you need to continue on your crafting journey with total confidence. Here’s what you can expect:You’ll gain a solid understanding of the most popular Cricut crafting materials like vinyl, paper and cardstock, leather, and more.You’ll have unforgettable fun with a variety of in-depth projects. Learn how to make your own stickers, leather crafts, Infusible Ink coasters, and more.Keep your creative fountain flowing. There’s an entire chapter dedicated to teaching you how to unleash your imagination and come up with endless project ideas!The Cricut Project Guide for Newbies makes crafting and coming up with project ideas easy, fun, and satisfying. So, don’t wait another second. Seize the opportunity to unleash your inner creative genius. The time for extraordinary crafting is here, and it’s waiting for you.Click the “Add to Cart” button now. Read more

The PROs of Aquascaping Don’t Overshare Online...You read that right.Do you know what they do instead?They walk into their home and they are greeted by a breathtaking underwater landscape, lush plants that look like a riparium, fish swimming peacefully in a perfectly balanced ecosystem.Every guest is left speechless. AS ALWAYS.The most common question they hear?“Wow, did you really make this yourself?”Of couse they did.. They learn from the right place!Does that sound like you? Probably not...And that’s okay, it’s normal... because you’ve been learning online!What you actually need is the right informations.You need to know:✅How to eliminate doubts and difficulties (Enough with YouTube videosfilling your head with random, unprofessional and DIY info)✅How to avoid costly mistakes before it's too late (99% of aquascapersbuy the most exclusive tools without actually understanding what they’refor or how to use them properly.) Don’t be like them..✅ How to create a layout that looks like a true work of art✅ The SECRETS to a healthy, self-sustaining, stress-free aquarium✅Expert tricks to keep plants and fish thriving in perfect harmonyThat’s exactly whatThe Aquascaping Master Collection is all about.It’s a step-by-step guide that teaches you how to build a thriving ecosystem—without turning aquascaping into a stressful chore.Because let’s be real... aquascaping should be your peace, your sanctuary after a long, exhausting day at work.No experience? No problem.This guide is designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced aquascapers."What makes this guide different from the others?"The difference lies in the results:While other guides stick to theory and scattered information, this one provides practical strategies to improve your aquarium in a visible and measurable way.Moreover, many guides are complicated or too technical. This one is written to be clear, direct, and immediately applicable, even if you have little time.But that's not all!🎁SPECIAL BONUS: Exclusive Resources Inside!When you purchase the book, you’ll get access to additional expert resources by scanning a QR code inside:✅ The Ultimate Betta Fish Guide – Everything you need to know to keep your Betta fish healthy and happy.✅ 7 Mistakes Even Expert Aquascapers Make (and How to Avoid Them) – Learn from the most common mistakes even seasoned pros make.✅ Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Aquascape Maintenance Checklists – Stay organized and keep your aquarium pristine with these easy-to-follow checklists.So why miss out?Get 'The Aquascaping Master Collection' NOW and turn your tank into a jaw-dropping ecosystem! Read more

Are you ready to break free from rising utility bills, power outages, and dependency on public systems?With Off-Grid Your Way, you’ll unlock a lifestyle of independence, sustainability, and freedom—no matter your space, budget, or starting point.This isn’t just another off-grid guide; it’s a step-by-step blueprint for real people, offering customizable, scalable solutions that grow with you. Whether you live in a city apartment, a suburban home, or a sprawling homestead, this book provides clear, actionable strategies tailored to your unique needs.Here’s What You’ll Discover:💡 Master Energy IndependenceGo beyond just solar—explore creative ways to harness wind, water, and even food scraps to power your home while slashing utility costs.🚰 Achieve Water SecurityLearn to collect, purify, and store water—whether you’re harvesting rain, tapping into natural sources, or optimizing urban solutions.🌱 Grow Food AnywhereFrom container gardens to full-scale permaculture setups, get the tools to cultivate fresh, sustainable food—no matter your space or climate.🌡️ Control Temperature NaturallyKeep your home cozy in the winter and cool in the summer with simple, low-tech solutions for off-grid temperature management.🛠️ Build Sustainable DIY ProjectsCreate affordable structures like a cob oven or even a full off-grid cabin, complete with step-by-step instructions.🛡️ Be Ready for AnythingStay ahead of the unexpected with practical emergency preparedness plans for power, water, and food security.What Makes This Book Different?While other books might overwhelm you with extreme survival tactics or unproven theories, Off-Grid Your Way stands out by being scalable and realistic. You’ll find:Flexible solutions for any living situation, whether urban, suburban, or rural.Practical projects with detailed, illustrated instructions—perfect for beginners and DIY enthusiasts alike.Real-world stories and troubleshooting tips to guide you through challenges.Customizable plans so you can start small and expand as you’re ready.Whether you’re preparing for emergencies, saving money, or creating your dream sustainable lifestyle, this guide meets you where you are—and grows with you.Why Wait? Start Your Journey Today!If you’ve been dreaming of cutting costs, achieving independence, and building a life on your terms, now is the time to act.📖 Click “Buy Now” to start your journey toward off-grid freedom and resilience! Read more