“Ziggy must be a part of me, because he feels as if he’s been with me all my life. Whether it’s snowmen, turkey legs, Christmas trees, or shopping, you can bet Ziggy will have something to say about it. You can also depend on this little bit of Everyperson to spin out a homespun philosophy…
I used to have an origami business, but it folded.” From the lost ancient art of towel folding (yes, there is one, and it does stem from ancient times) comes the newly revived and hot trend The Lost Art of Towel Origami. Filled with hilarious completed-project photographs and step-by-step instructions and illustrations, this book will…
How to Turn a Calculator into a Metal Detector, Carry a Survival Kit in a Shoestring, Make a Gas Mask with a Balloon, Turn Dishwashng Liquid into a Copy Machine, Convert a Styrofoam Cup into a Speaker, and Make a James Bond Spy Jacket with Everyday Things Did you know that your standard issue of…
Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things is a valuable resource for transforming ordinary objects into the extraordinary. With over 80 solutions and bonus applications at your disposal, you will be ready for almost any situation. Do you know how to make something that can tell whether the $20 bill in your wallet is a fake? Or…
At last! Mary has the perfect booklover’s kit. Inside this decorative gift box, you’ll find hidden treasures too good to be believed: a felt bookmark with buttons, embroidery, and hand-stitching; 20 four-color bookplates for personalizing your library; a spiral-bound journal with blank pages for keeping notes; and a coupon book that allows book lovers to…
The warmth and whimsy of Mary Engelbreit's work is even better when shared with a friend– and When a Child Is Born, So Is a Grandmother is the perfect way to spread the joy. When a Child Is Born, So Is a Grandmother makes the perfect gift for the new grandmother or grandma-to-be. Illustrated by the…
Aprons are back! After more than 30 years in the attic, aprons are making a splashy comeback in a happy convergence of nostalgia, pop culture, and contemporary fashion.Vintage aprons and modern designs are turning up in movies, magazine spreads, upscale shops, and hip retail venues like Anthropologie, whose trendy line of aprons is selling as…
"Together they stand on the hill, telling each other stories and feeling the warmth of the sun on their backs. And that, my friends, is how it is with love." –Edward Monkton Mr. Darcy and Miss Bennett. Ozzie and Harriet. Jay-Z and Beyonce. Great couples often find togetherness by embracing their individual differences. In this…
I compiled this book as a tribute to grandmothers both new and ‘experienced.’ Families just wouldn’t be complete without them.” –Mary Engelbreit Lauded by the Wall Street Journal for creating a “vast empire of cuteness” and dubbed “a Norman Rockwell for our times” by People magazine, Mary Engelbreit offers the perfect gift for grandmothers by…
The bluebird has long been considered a symbol of happiness and a messenger of joy and contentment. . . . It is my hope that this book, like the bluebird’s song of happiness, will bring cheer and joy to your life. –Vicky Howard, introduction * Vicky Howard’s collection of antique bird art–nearly all pieces over…
A completely revised (Revised 5th Edition) and accessible guide created by more than 100 esteemed oncologists for the millions of people whose lives are affected by cancer. Praise for the first edition of Everyone's Guide to Cancer Therapy: How Cancer Is Diagnosed, Treated, and Managed Day to Day: "A landmark book . . . So…