Household management and home hints Books

Book SynopsisSimple swaps and innovative ideas for cleaning and maintaining your home that won't cost the Earth. This beautifully illustrated black and white guide with 101 hints and sustainable, natural cleaning tips and hacks will help you take small steps that have a massive positive environmental impact.In Clean & Green, Great British Bake Off winner and Sunday Times bestselling author Nancy Birtwhistle shares the simple recipes and methods she has developed since making a conscious effort to live more sustainably, many of which are faster and easier than the go-to products and methods most of us use now.From everyday cleaning and laundry tips to zero-effort oven cleaner and guidance on removing tricky stains from clothing and furniture, these economical, practical methods are perfect for anyone looking to reduce their use of plastic and throwaway products.Nancy shares her tried-and-tested recipes for all-purpose cleaners, replacements for harmful chemicals that will keep both your home and the planet clean and green for future generations.'The book I’ve waited all my life for' – Kirstie AllsoppThis paperback edition includes ten extra tips.Trade ReviewPacked with advice and ingenious tricks * Guardian *The book I’ve waited all my life for. -- Kirstie AllsoppNancy’s enthusiasm and energy shine through. I love her holistic approach to cleaning and can honestly say I have learned loads from this book! -- Aggie MacKenzie, Co-presenter, C4’s How Clean is Your House?From baking, to gardening, to organization, resourcefulness, and just her incredible energy . . . she creates art out of everything in her life, and takes so much joy in the process. -- Jonathan Van Ness, Queer EyePraise for Sizzle & Drizzle: Worthy of a Paul Hollywood handshake. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisTips on the Joy of Clean from a House Cleaning ExpertTop New Release in Home RepairAuri Kananen, or Aurikatariina, is an expert in house cleaning and an international social media influencer with over 15 mil combined followers. This guide teaches pros and those with junk pile homes to transform their living space from disaster to sanctuary.Enter a judgment-free cleaning zone! Auri travels the globe cleaning the filthiest houses for free. Auri does not judge, she helps! Whether you have a daily cleaning schedule or haven’t tidied in ages, this book for cleaning includes strategies for staying on top of dirt, tackling tough stains, and keeping your home looking great. Aurikatariina makes house cleaning less of a burden and with her easygoing philosophy, she shows you the joy it can bring.The perfect guide for anybody by an author from Tik Tok! If you're a student looking to keep clean a chaotic dorm room, a busy parent juggling responsibilities, or someone wanting to create a more inviting living space, Aurikatariina's book is perfect for you. Stories of how Auri’s cleaning impacted people’s real lives fuel the hope and motivation needed to experience the life-changing power of cleaning. So why wait? Transform your home into a clean, organized oasis, today!Inside, you’ll find: The behind-the-scenes reality of cleaning the dirtiest, messiest homes around the world Practical tips and advice for house cleaning to inspire your daily cleaning schedule Spring cleaning hacks for those who aspire toward home organization A guide for those who want to create a more comfortable, inviting living space A new perspective and less anxiety around cleaning If you're looking for books on housekeeping, add this to your cleaning arsenal! If you liked The Home Edit, Beautifully Organized, or The Cluttered Connection, you’ll love Happiness Cleaning.Table of ContentsIntroduction from Auri A Note from the AuthorPrologue: First Things First1. Who Is Auri Kananen?2. Cleaning Philosophy3. When Auri Came, Cleaned, and Concurred4. At the Cleaning Gig5. It’s Over! Or NotAbout the Contributors

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Book Synopsis'The tips and tricks are just brilliant.' – Jane Dunn, author of Jane's Patisserie101 eco-friendly home-hacks, tips and recipes from Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle.One change, any change, will make a difference to our precious planet.We all want to do our best for our homes and the planet, but it’s often hard to find the time and energy to think of alternatives. Nancy Birtwhistle makes it easy with 101 indispensable tips, ideas and recipes that will help you to live a more eco-friendly life without giving up on any home comforts.This practical book is the ultimate guide to reducing your environmental impact while saving you time and money. Inside are tips and home hacks on everything from eco cleaning, upcycling and making the most out of your weekly shop to small-space gardening and creative crafts, plus a selection of Nancy's delicious recipes. Clearly explained, accessible and beautifully illustrated with black and white line-drawings, Green Living Made Easy is the perfect guide for anyone looking to pursue a more sustainable lifestyle but unsure where to start.'Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that's relatable and we can all follow.' – Sophie Liard, author of The Folding LadyTrade ReviewThis book will change your way of thinking – as a baker myself it is so good to read such useful tips on making core ingredients myself, keeping my ingredients fresh, and therefore reducing waste! The tips and tricks are just brilliant. -- Jane Dunn, author of Jane's PatisserieIn a world where we are constantly told to do better for the environment but never told how, Nancy has done just that! Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that’s relatable and we can all follow so “doing our bit” doesn’t feel so out of our reach. -- Sophie Liard, The Folding LadyAn absolute treasure trove of tips. A must-have! -- Gemma Bray, The Organised MumFull of green tips, recipes and projects, every family needs a copy. -- Katie FfordeA bible for all those little tips you want from someone who has been there and tried it all already for you, so you don’t have to. A go to for everything! A “mum on the bookshelf” . . . A lovely voice of help and support whenever you need it. If I could, I’d give it to every parent! -- Daisy Upton, the Five Minute MumFrom making her own eco-friendly cleaning solution to descaling a kettle, Nancy's tips are easy for everyone to try at home. - House Beautiful

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Book SynopsisSimple swaps and innovative ideas for cleaning and maintaining your home that won't cost the Earth. Learn how easy it is to make simple swaps in your cleaning and tidying methods for a more eco-friendly home, with helpful tips from bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle.This beautifully illustrated black and white guide with 101 hints and sustainable, natural cleaning tips and hacks will help you take small steps that have a massive positive environmental impact. In Clean & Green, Nancy shares the simple recipes and methods she has developed since making a conscious effort to live more sustainably, many of which are faster and easier than the go-to products and methods most of us use now.From everyday cleaning and laundry tips to zero-effort oven cleaner and guidance on removing tricky stains from clothing and furniture, these economical, practical methods are perfect for anyone looking to reduce their use of plastic and throwaway products. Nancy shares her tried-and-tested recipes for all-purpose cleaners, replacements for harmful chemicals that will keep both your home and the planet clean and green for future generations.'The book I’ve waited all my life for' – Kirstie AllsoppTrade ReviewThe book I’ve waited all my life for. * Kirstie Allsopp *Nancy’s enthusiasm and energy shine through. I love her holistic approach to cleaning and can honestly say I have learned loads from this book! -- Aggie MacKenzie, Co-presenter, C4’s How Clean is Your House?From baking, to gardening, to organization, resourcefulness, and just her incredible energy . . . she creates art out of everything in her life, and takes so much joy in the process. -- Jonathan Van Ness, Queer EyePraise for Sizzle & Drizzle: Worthy of a Paul Hollywood handshake. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful hardback guide introduces vinegar and all its uses, from dressings to preserves and household tips, illustrated throughout with full-colour photographs.Not just a delicious condiment, vinegar has been celebrated for its health benefits since the times of ancient Greece and continue to be of value today. This delightfully illustrated book contains all you need to know about a variety of vinegars in cooking and around the house. Discover the health benefits of apple cider vinegar, methods to get out stains, making plum chutney and more. Includes:• Culinary Vinegar - Pickling and preserving, including recipes• Medicinal Vinegar - 60 home remedies, with recipes• Home Maintenance - 140 tips, from unblocking shower heads to removing wine stains• Beauty and Nature - How to make vinegar-based beauty products from deodorant to dandruff removerAn essential reference book to keep in your kitchen.

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Book Synopsis''Meet the new king of decluttering'' - The Times''Take your spring cleaning to the next level with Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki'' - Parade''There''s happiness in having less. If you are anything like how I used to be - miserable, constantly comparing yourself with others, or just believing your life sucks - I think you should try saying goodbye to some of your things''Fumio Sasaki is a writer in his thirties who lives in a tiny studio in Tokyo with three shirts, four pairs of trousers, four pairs of socks and not much else. A few years ago, he realised that owning so much stuff was weighing him down - so he started to get rid of it.In this hit Japanese bestseller, Sasaki explores the philosophy behind minimalism and offers a set of straightforward rules - discard it if you haven''t used it in a year; be a borrower; find your uniform; keep photos of the things you love - that can help all of us lead simpler, happier, Trade ReviewMeet the new king of decluttering... Sasaki inhabits the radical wing of the Japanese decluttering movement, being a self-described "minimalist" whose method makes Kondo look demurely centrist by comparison -- Richard Lloyd Parry * The Times *Take your spring cleaning to the next level with Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki. A best-seller in Japan, this book uncovers why we want to own more than we need, what this mentality does to our wellbeing and how we can live better by owning less * Parade *Decluttering has become the holy grail of modern lifestyle in recent years... now extreme minimalist Fumio Sasaki looks set to take the Kondo crown with his book Goodbye, Things * Daily Mail *In Goodbye, Things, Fumio Sasaki shares the lessons he learned by going minimalist... For Sasaki, minimalism isn't about how little you have, but how it makes you feel. Sasaki credits his minimalist lifestyle with helping him lose weight, become extroverted and proactive, and above all, feel happy and grateful for what he has -- Heeseung Kim * Cosmopolitan *The minimalism movement has become quite popular lately, but Japanese editor Fumio Sasaki's story of how he found greater happiness by giving up his possessions is more than just another piece of grist for the mill... the ideas and concepts are presented in a way that is both motivating and adaptable. Including photos and a list of tips, the book is physically beautiful (and minimal), as well as a fascinating read * Malcolm Avenue Review *If you've ever felt bogged down by all of the things filling your life up with clutter then this is the book for you * The Daily Want *In a time of rampant consumerism, a new movement is preaching an alternative path -- one that banishes all but the most fundamental and enriching consumer products from our lives. In Goodbye, Things, Fumio Sasaki recounts his conversion from reckless hoarder to hyper-mindful consumer, and offers advice to those seeking the same simple happiness that he found in minimalism * Gear Patrol *

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Book SynopsisKC Davis is a licensed professional therapist, author, and speaker. She is the creator of the mental health platform Struggle Care, where she shares a revolutionary approach to self and home care for those dealing with mental health, physical illness, and hard seasons of life. KC's own home descended into chaos when she began suffering from anxiety and postnatal depression. She also received a late diagnosis of adult ADHD that shed additional light on why everyday care tasks were so difficult for her. Now she is a speaker and advocate for mental health and recovery. Professionally, KC has worked most of her career in the field of addiction in roles such a therapist, consultant, and executive director. She lives in Houston with her husband and two daughters.

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Book SynopsisStop paying the high cost of disorganization.Late fees on forgotten bills. A home full of clutter and unfinished projects. Eroding respect with your friends, family, and colleagues. Health worries from doctor’s appointments you keep meaning to schedule. Nonstop anxiety as you wait for the other shoe to drop.You deserve better.Order from Chaos will teach your how your brain works and how to stop getting in your own way. Mixing stories from the trenches of her own experience as a mom and wife with ADHD with wise, well-researched advice from her years as a blogger at The ADHD Homestead, Jaclyn Paul shows you how to design your own system for restoring order.Past failures don’t have to define you. Order from Chaos offers a helping hand to get you on the path to a more peaceful and rewarding life.

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Book SynopsisFrom face masks and hand creams to cleaning products and cold–and-flu remedies, the scent and flavour of lemon have long been used by manufacturers of home and beauty products to imbue their products with the zesty freshness which this citrus fruit is associated worldwide, and it’s little wonder why… Packed with vitamin C, an aid to digestion and linked to sparkling eyes and skin, this humble little fruit is packed with goodness that, with a little know-how, can easily be harnessed to allow you to bypass the chemicals and produce your own all-natural products for home, health and beauty. With our increasing awareness of reducing exposure to chemicals and the importance of keeping things natural, as well as the ever-growing realization of the environmental impact of disposable plastic packaging, there has never been a better time to go back to basics, embrace all-natural ingredients and regain control of what we are putting in and on our bodies. The Natural Apothecary: Lemons opens by exploring the benefits of lemons and looks at how to grow your own at home. The following pages are broken into sections on home, health and beauty, containing over 40 simple recipes for all-natural, home-made products that allow you to utilize the vitality of lemons with ease; make a bruise balm infused with lemon zest, a fragrant hand lotion for soft and youthful skin, or a chemical-free cleaning solution guaranteed to leave your home sparkling.

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Book Synopsis'(Gaff Goddess) should be taught in schools. It's genuinely, hands-on empowering! After four paragraphs I am fully convinced I could build my own house and go on Grand Designs!' - Marian KeyesLaura de Barra is quite simply a Gaff Goddess. Expanding on her popular online home hacks, Laura will teach you how to handle the problems we all encounter in our homes. Straight-talking and hilarious and packed with Laura’s stunning illustrations, her step-by-step guides will prepare you to handle the most common household emergencies with style. From dripping taps to hanging a frame, how best to look after your white goods, how to treat moths, mould and everything in between, and with invaluable design ideas to improve the living spaces in your home, this book is for everyone who has ever wanted to tackle a bit of She-IY without really knowing how.Ingenious and sure to be an instant household must-have, Gaff Goddess will empower you to make those repairs and rediscover your space saving you time, money and stress in the process.Trade Review(Gaff Goddess) should be taught in schools. It's genuinely, hands-on empowering! After four paragraphs I am fully convinced I could build my own house and go on Grand Designs! * Marian Keyes *An absolute bible for making your home your own and keeping it that way * Emer McLysaght *Incredibly useful and massively empowering, Gaff Goddess will make you feel in full control of your home life. I wish I’d found Laura de Barra twenty years ago! * Louise McSharry *There is nothing this woman can’t tell you about maximising small spaces, silicone-sealing a bathroom, cleaning the parts of your home you quite possibly never even considered going at before, and tackling all DIY matters yourself * Sunday Independent *It's absolutely epic -- Doireann GarrihyThis book is a must for any strong, independent women who don't need no man in the gaff! * STELLAR *Genius * Lovin.ie *Gathered here is the Cork-born Londoner’s fund of home improvement tips and hacks along with a slick visual look by the sometimes-illustrator’s own hand * Irish Independent *The thinking woman’s Instagram go-to for essential tips on all sorts of useful home advice, Laura De Barra’s taught us more than we ever knew we needed to know about how to properly clean a dishwasher filter, fix a faulty window lock and get stubborn marks off bathroom tiles. Hint: they’ll come off. They always come off. * Houseandhome.ie *Who knew that watching someone descale a dishwasher could be compelling viewing? * Image *

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Book Synopsis"I loved the 70s - and that's both the 1970s and the 1870s. There's obviously always something about a decade that starts with a seven that means the design dial is turned to 11; colours get bolder, shapes get badder and style flies its freak flag. So, thank goodness resplendent 70s temptress Estelle Bilson has committed pen to paper so that the world can enjoy her take on the era of soft squares, teak, shag and Artex." - Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen"[Estelle Bilson] gives people the courage to use [her] products without fear - [she is] brilliant - I think [she] is the most important creative look since Conran." Barbara Hulanicki OBEFrom disco and glam to space age and psychedelic, there's no denying the huge impact the 70s had on style and design. But how do you bring the era's maximalism to your interior without it looking like a cluttered junk shop or a period pastiche?Estelle Bilson aka @70shousemanchester transformed her unremarkable 3-bedroom terraced home into a 70s wonderland, using a thrifty eye and vintage know-how. In her first book, she shows you how to bring the same creative magic to your home with her expert advice, tips and tricks on choosing colour, pattern, shapes and materials - whether you're after a few nods to the era, or the full 70s fantasy.70s House is the definitive guide to the most daring decade in design, covering everything from shag carpets and supergraphics, to Hornsea ceramics and G Plan furniture. The book is split into three sections: 70s influences - what shaped the era?; How to bring the 70s to your interior design; and At home with 70s House Manchester. And of course, it wouldn't be the 70s without a good old-fashioned shindig - Estelle also reveals her secrets to throwing the grooviest get-together, complete with vintage recipes and record selections to match.Part interiors guide, part manual for living, this loud-and-proud book will bring not only 70s colour and kitsch to the modern day, but also the rebellious spirit, pure joy and freewheeling energy epitomised by the era.Because the 70s is so much more than the decade that taste forgot.

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Book Synopsis"Equal parts pragmatic and inspiring, Shira Gill presents a realistic and empathetic plan for crafting a more intentional life in a chaotic world." - Cal Newport, New York Times-bestselling author of Slow Productivity and Digital Minimalism"Shira Gill is the funniest, wisest, most entertaining writer in the organizing game."- Adam Mansbach, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Go the F**k to SleepTransform your entire life by cutting mental clutter, reducing overwhelm, and simplifying your daily routines with this inspiring and comprehensive guide from the bestselling author of Minimalista and Organized Living.As a professional home organizing expert with a diverse roster of clients ranging from students to CEOs, Shira Gill realized that almost everyone she worked with was overextended, overscheduled, and overwhelmed. So, using her signature blend of practical minimalism and organization, Shira designed a simple tool kit to instantly create more spaciousness, ease, and freedom in every part of your life, regardless of lifestyle or budget. Featuring stunning full-colour photographs throughout, LifeStyled is built around three key steps: adjusting volume, creating systems, and implementing habits. Part One shares the tools to transform your home, life, mindset, and schedule. Part Two will kickstart you into action with real-life examples, actionable prompts, and easy wins-little things you can integrate or practice for quick, transformative results. Chapters include: Health and Wellness Home and Environment Relationships and Community Career and Finance Personal Development

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Book Synopsis'We love Diy. On a Budget. - it has the best DIY and decorating hacks and tips ever! ' Kate and Kay Allinson, Pinch of Nom Transform your home without breaking the bank - everything you need to know before starting your own DIY project. Dreaming of panelling but don't know where to start? Looking for ways to refresh your tired kitchen? Brimming with ideas but have a limited budget? The official Diy. On a Budget. handbook from the founder of the 2 million strong online community will give you all the tools, tips and inspiration you need to re-decorate rooms and homes of all sizes, no matter how big or small your budget. Your essential DIY handbook includes: - Before You Start: Toni's tips on what you need to know before you start painting, tiling, laying floors or upcycling furniture, including the essential kit to own. - Room by Room: the best ideas to decorate your Kitchen, Living Room, Bathroom, Bedroom, Utilities and Storage, Hall and Landing, even Nooks and Crannies. - Keep to Budget: A must-have budget planner to keep your transformation on track. - Help is on Hand: When things go wrong! Top tips from Toni on fixing mistakes, drawing in useful advice from the community. Make your home renovation picture perfect and wallet-friendly with Diy. On a Budget. 'Diy. On a Budget. is crammed full of decor hacks, tips and tricks to make small tweaks or big changes to your home.' The ObserverTrade ReviewDiy. On a Budget. is crammed full of decor hacks, tips and tricks to make small tweaks or big changes to your home. * The Observer *While transforming your home can seem like a mammoth task with a huge price tag, there are some easy changes you can make today for less than five pounds. * Hello! *

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Book SynopsisTHE HOME EDIT was founded on the idea that practical organization can work in harmony with design, so that spaces are both functional and beautiful. In their first book, Clea and Joanna - the two friends behind The Home Edit - have created a helpful, lively guide to getting every room in your house in order - stylishly, because organisation doesn't have to mean throwing everything out.THE HOME EDIT centres on incredibly practical advice that is adaptable to all living spaces, including tips for hard-to-organize areas. It also features some of the celebrity spaces that Clea and Joanna have reorganized. While every project is rooted in functional systems that can be maintained for the long term, there is an equal emphasis placed on transforming your space visually and adding THE HOME EDIT'S signature contemporary aesthetic.Trade ReviewWhether you're a movie star with a 10,000-square foot home or someone looking to maximize space in your kitchen pantry, anyone can use tricks of the trade to organize more efficiently, according to Teplin and Shearer. * ABC News *Move over, Marie Kondo - Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin are the professional organisers the A-list now let rifle through their drawers. * Sunday Times Style *

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Book SynopsisSPECIAL PRICE REDUCTION! From ancient Greece to the Victorian era and into modern times, vinegar and oil have been used for an infinite variety of purposes. This comprehensive practical book explores the seemingly endless applications of these wondrous substances.

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Book SynopsisA Sunday Times bestseller'This book is a little bit about me and a little bit about you.'Having an organisation business, you might think I have everything worked out, but that hasn't always been the case. I went from working full-time as a nurse, with three young children and suffering from overwhelming anxiety, to setting up a business that helps people find order in their lives.Organisation makes me feel calm, it has soothed my anxiety and helped me to focus on getting to where I want to be. Whether it's a small change like organising part of your home or pursuing a long-held goal, I'm sharing tips, hacks and stories from my life to show you how you can organise, list and label your life to achieve your own dreams.Jemma x

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Book Synopsis‘The emphasis that Scandinavians place on the home being a source of happiness and wellbeing is one we identify with. We believe that everyone should have a home they don’t want to leave!’ Award-winning bloggers and instagrammers Reena Simon and Rebecca Lawson are renowned for their love affair with all things Scandi. In their first book, Scandi Rustic, they reveal how to create a home that takes elements of Scandinavian design and introduces rustic natural materials and textures to create a Scandi-inspired interior that is cosy, relaxed and inviting. Come with Rebecca and Reena on a journey across the UK and Europe showcasing the very best in Scandi Rustic homes. Whether you live in an urban apartment, a country cottage or a blank canvas new-build, this relaxed, sustainable, modern rustic style will work perfectly for your home.Trade Review“This book is a treasure if you’re interested in creating your own hygge retreat. And the book itself, with its textured cream cover, is something you’ll want to display on your coffee table.” – Greatist.com

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Book SynopsisWOULD YOU SURVIVE THE APOCALYPSE? INTRODUCING THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE FOR PREPPERS AND SURVIVALISTS.''Save those wine corks. Burned cork makes quick and cheap face camouflage.''Financial crash. Terrorist attack. Flu pandemic. Just ONE unthinkable event could disrupt our way of life - and force us to fend for ourselves. Where would you get water? How would you communicate? What would you use for fuel?Survivalist expert and former US Army Intelligence officer James Wesley, Rawles shares the essential tools and skills you will need to survive.SURVIVAL: Know what to do should the worst happenFOOD AND WATER: Store food, rear animals and find drinkable waterSHELTER: Discover how to find and build yourself a retreatHEALTH & SAFETY Learn how to perform minor surgeries and defend yourselfCOMMUNICATIONS: The best ways to stay in touch with loved onesHow to Survive the End of the World As We Know it is a MUST-HAVE for these unsettling times.

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Book SynopsisHow to live a more sustainable life and create a calmer, healthier, eco-friendly home without using plastics. Making small lifestyle changes can make a big difference to our planet. Sustain is full of advice and information to help you take a more eco-friendly path. Recycling, reusing and shopping at farmers’ markets are a good start, but cutting down on the use of poisonous chemicals is just as important – it’s perfectly possible to clean a house using nothing more than lemons, bicarbonate of soda, vinegar and plain water. Old-fashioned tips passed down through generations are complemented by newer ideas and innovations. As you move toward greener alternatives, why not try growing some of your own vegetables, fruit and herbs, and use them to make jams, oils and chutneys using the handy tips. Make beauty preparations and bath oils, too, for soothing, effective treatments to enhance everyday health and wellbeing. There are lots of ways to make do and mend, and by taking care of your clothes and not participating in fast fashion you will contribute less to the environmental impact of the fashion industry. Becoming eco-friendly just takes some readjustment; and by following the advice in this invaluable guide you will find yourself living a calmer, greener life.Trade Review'...a modern-day Mary Poppins.' – Journalist Hattie Garlick about Christina Strutt in The Sunday Telegraph

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Book SynopsisTap into the alchemy of clutter-clearing to understand the energy in your home, release what no longer serves you, and experience life-changing results!What if there were one single, powerful practice to help you improve your health, find balance, increase your abundance, nurture uplifting relationships, and create the future you've always dreamed of?There is: clutter clearing. Though simple, it’s not always easy—but this hands-on journal gives you the expert guidance and deep inspiration to clear clutter in all its forms from your home and your life.In these pages, Denise Linn draws on her highly successful online clutter-clearing course for tools that delve much deeper than simply cleaning or organizing. The journal explores the emotional roots of our clutter, why we hold on to it, why we should release it, and the energy around it, with thought-provoking questions and spaces for writing down your reflections. For example, if your clutter represents your fear of not having enough (or even not being enough), you will learn how to step beyond that fear and confidently believe that you have enough and are enough. And when you clear clutter at its source, it won't reappear!Next, Denise takes readers room by room in their home and explains the purpose of each room, steps for clearing clutter, Feng Shui tips, questions for reflection, and specific affirmations. She also speaks to other forms of clutter in our lives that we need to release, such as time, relationships, and even our thoughts. The journal concludes with a 14-day clutter-clearing journey that encourages readers to clear clutter each day with intention.The result of doing this work is not just a more organized and clean home, but a sense of having room to breathe, the ability to move freely through each day, and the feeling of being more vibrant and empowered in every area of your life.

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Book SynopsisStep up your sustainability and unlock your full eco potential with 365 easy, trackable changes. What if sustainability didn''t have to be so complicated? 365 Ways to Save the Planet cuts through the noise and explains exactly how to live a greener lifestyle day by day. With its approachable ideas and achievable daily actions, anyone can up their sustainability score with this book on eco-friendly living. Georgina Wilson-Powell breaks down the significance of environmental statistics for issues big and small, and quantifies the difference low-effort, high-impact changes can make. In her year-long programme, each action is accompanied with a simple Impact Index to bring the statistics to life, making it easy to track your progress. Reflect positively on the impact you are having on the environment, across work, home, holiday, and more, for the duration of a full year. Dive into the pages of this superb sustainability book to discover:

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Book Synopsis‘I love this book. Strong, clever, intelligent advice with soul.’Mary Portas‘A wonderful look at how to transform our homes to be more mindfully aligned with our true nature and a reflection of who we are.’Fearne Cotton‘A happy home is a fundamental building block of happiness, and Michelle’s book is an essential, step-by-step guide to creating a home we love.’Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive Global‘A must-have read for anyone looking to improve not just their home but also their quality of life within it.’Matthew Williamson Be happier, healthier and more empowered with Michelle Ogundehin’s step-by-step practical guide to creating a home that supports your well-being.Whether that home is owned or rented, small or large, and regardless of how much money you have, Happy Inside shows you how to harness its potential in pursuit of becoming your best self. If you want to feel calm, content, soothed or energized, you must begin with what surrounds you. This comprehensive guide covers everything from how to create more light and space to how to get a good night’s sleep; the path to a perfect sofa and why a dining table is your most vital piece of furniture. Plus, how to decorate to promote joy; the importance of play (and circular side tables); your definitive capsule kitchen kit; and why your hallway is where it all starts. Combining Michelle’s knowledge of Buddhist philosophy, mindfulness, colour psychology and good design, Happy Inside is your one-stop guide to living well.Welcome to the healthy home revolution!Trade ReviewI love this book. Strong, clever, intelligent advice with soul. -- Mary PortasA wonderful look at how to transform our homes to be more mindfully aligned with our true nature and a reflection of who we are. -- Fearne CottonA happy home is a fundamental building block of happiness, and Michelle's book is an essential, step-by-step guide to creating a home we love. -- Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive GlobalA must-have read for anyone looking to improve not just their home but also their quality of life within it. -- Matthew WilliamsonPractical guidance on making the most of what we have in order to find inner calm and outer contentment * ELLE Decoration UK *

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Book SynopsisThis title highlights 250 practical uses in the home health; healing; beauty; homecare; and, cooking. Discover the amazing powers of vinegar and over 250 practical ways in which it can be used in the medicine chest, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and garden. This title includes a fascinating look at the history, production and fermentation of vinegar, followed by a directory that describes and examines each type. It offers natural remedies, treatments and preparations, including digestive tonics, first aid applications, body washes and hair treatments. It provides expert advice on how to use vinegar in the home to clean, remove odours, care for your pet, restore furniture and utensils and improve your laundry. It presents recipes, hints and tips for using all types of vinegar in the kitchen, from dressings and chutneys to sauces, baking, and drinks. Everything has been shown step-by-step with more than 380 colour photographs throughout. Vinegar has been used for centuries for an infinite range of purposes. In this practical book, the introduction covers the history, folklore and science of vinegar, followed by a comprehensive directory to its many varieties. Find out how to treat bruises, sore throats and other common ailments, then discover how to care for your skin and hair before learning how to mix your own natural pesticides, limescale removers and furniture restorers. Blend relishes and vinaigrettes and create classic salads and pasta dishes with 30 simple recipes. Colour photographs throughout illustrate the versatility and benefits of this magical ingredient.

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Book SynopsisIn Romantic Irish Homes, bestselling author Robert O'Byrne celebrates Irish houses with an abundance of character and personality. Quixotic, often whimsical and definitely quirky, they provide a sanctuary from the Irish climate, which can be cold and damp. No wonder, therefore, that over the centuries Ireland's domestic architecture and interior design have developed a distinctive personality in which colour and vivacity are highly prized. Romantic Irish Homes presents 15 of the finest examples of the Irish home, each one of them distinctive yet sharing the same unique spirit. From ancient castles to sturdy Georgian manors and modest farmhouses, the homes featured here offer a unique insight into the Irish temperament and an exploration of a style of decoration that, while adapted to meet 21st-century demands, still retains an historic integrity. Romantic Irish Homes is every bit as charming and memorable as the Irish people themselves. First published in 2013, this is a new edition.

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Book Synopsis"Professional organizer Nikki Boyd has a gift of transforming a space into a captivating work of art. She sprinkles a little bit of glam and a whole lot of functionality into every space she touches." -Toni Hammersley, A Bowl Full of Lemons, Author of The Complete Book of Home Organization In Beautifully Organized: A Guide to Function and Style in Your Home, Nikki Boyd shares her best advice for how to create an organized, beautiful, and welcoming home. Nikki developed and honed her five essential steps to an organized home through her experience working as a professional organizer. In Beautifully Organized, Nikki teaches you to: - Assess your home to transform the spaces within to enhance your lifestyle - Declutter and curate your possessions to keep what is useful and meaningful - Clean with efficiency, adding an element of pleasure to everyday tasks - Organize so you can find what you need, when you need it - Beautify and decorate to create a welcoming atmosphere for family and friends "It is my belief that an organized home guarantees a beautiful and fulfilling life." With her keen eye for detail and trademark warmth, Nikki guides readers through these steps, teaching how to graciously share your homes with family and friends to create treasured shared experiences and memories. Beautifully Organized is so much more than a home organization book--it's a recipe for a beautiful, fulfilling life.Trade Review"Might hers rival the lifestyle brands of Stewart and Rachael Ray?" -- Ebony Magazine "If traditional methods of organizing, such as plastic totes and fabric boxes, do not spark joy for you, check out professional organizer Nikki Boyd's Beautifully Organized for ways to bring form and function together in your newly arranged space." -- Bustle

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Book SynopsisFilled with expert advice and inspiring images, this informative guide by Grazia lifestyle editor Rachel Loos will give you the confidence to buy and display art, whatever your budget. Art brings colour, life and personality to a home, yet so many of us feel daunted by it. We may believe we can't afford to buy art, feel unconfident about our taste or be unsure of how best to arrange the pieces we own. This expert guide will help you to enjoy the process. In the first chapter, Rachel Loos asks: What Is Art? She explains the difference between prints, limited-edition prints and original works, which include vintage paintings and fine-art photographs. Rachel then explores How to Start a Collection, including tips on matching art to the mood of a room and buying on a budget. How to Frame Your Art and How to Hang Your Art cover everything you need to know about putting art on your walls, even in unlikely spaces. Finally, in Art Is Not Just Paintings, Rachel considers how to display objects that you may not think of as art, such as decorative plates, hats or finds from nature. In each chapter, experts and art lovers open the doors to their own homes and offer insights gleaned from years of collecting, combining and curating works of art.Trade ReviewYou'll be choosing art like a pro in no time! - Homes & Antiques

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Book SynopsisGet organised in 2022 with Mary Berry''s essential household tips that will make home your true happy place''Practical AND beautiful'' Graham Norton, BBC Radio 2________''This book is a collection of skills I''ve learned for running a home. Gleaned from years of practical experience, along with all the hints that friends and family have imparted to me, I hope it will be a helping hand'' Mary BerryJoin national treasure Mary Berry in her comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide that shares her greatest tips on how to care for your home. Inside you''ll find . . . - KITCHEN KNOW-HOW: Love the heart of your home with freezer tips and how to organise your food- CLEANING & CONFIGURING YOUR HOME: Create cleaning products from store cupboard items- LAUNDRY & WARDROBE WISDOM: Banish moths from your home for good, remove stains from every kind of fabric- GARDENING & FLOWERS: Bring greenery into your home even without a garden, create beautiful flower arrangementsEasy to use, practical and gorgeously illustrated, Mary''s Household Tips & Tricks covers everything from Mary''s golden rules for baking to her favourite flowers for each season, from how to polish silver to whether tea should be poured before or after milk.With secrets for accomplishing the most challenging home-keeping tasks with ease, Mary''s wonderfully simple book will help turn any house into a home.''The Queen of British baking has whipped up a recipe for home happiness'' Independent''A domestic goddess'' Daily TelegraphTrade ReviewBritain's best-loved cook and national treasure Mary Berry lets readers in on her household secrets . . . A comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide that shares her greatest tips on how to care for your home.'This book is a collection of skills I've learned for running a home. Gleaned from years of practical experience, along with all the hints that friends and family have imparted to me, I hope it will be a helping hand' - Mary Berry * From the publisher's description *It is such a beautiful thing. It's practical AND beautiful . . . almost like it's an ideal gift . . . -- Graham Norton * BBC Radio 2 *The Queen of British Baking has whipped up a recipe for 'home happiness' in her new book * Independent *Mary Berry lives and breathes good old-fashioned values, with a dash of steely trail-blazing * Guardian *Mary Berry offers no-nonsense assessments like a blunt but loving auntie * Washington Post *Good housekeeping - Baking queen Mary Berry steps out of the kitchen and offers a recipe for home happiness * Edinburgh Evening News *

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Book SynopsisEmbrace mindful decorating and create a comfortable home that is kind to your senses and improves your wellbeing. The Sensory Home will help you to understand whether your home is working for or against you. Layout, colour, texture, scent, lighting and more can be used to create a calming or stimulating environment according to your family's unique needs, including for neurodiverse individuals. This book offers hints and tips as well as long-term solutions to bring your vision of a warm, inviting and harmonious home to life. Chapters covering each room of the house include sensory checklists to help you identify the causes of unconscious stress, whether it be the cluttered kitchen, the dimly lit home office or the unsupportive sofa.

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Book SynopsisChristina Strutt of Cabbages & Roses reveals how to have a calmer, healthier, eco-friendly home. Saving the planet for future generations is a laudable aim, but what about the current populace? Why wait when even quite small lifestyle changes can make a big difference now? Green Housekeeping is full of advice and information to help you take a more sustainable path. Recycling, reusing and shopping at farmers’ markets are a good start, but cutting down on the use of poisonous chemicals is just as important – it’s perfectly possible to clean a house using nothing more than lemons, bicarbonate of soda, vinegar and plain water. Here old-fashioned methods are complemented by newer ideas and innovations, and applied not only to cleaning but also to caring for clothes, furniture, and even silver and glassware. Growing some of your own vegetables, fruit and herbs can be very satisfying, and you can use any extras to make jams, oils and chutneys using the handy tips and delicious recipes. Make beauty preparations and bath oils, too, for soothing, effective treatments to enhance everyday health and wellbeing. To become eco-friendly doesn’t require self-sacrifice – just some readjustment; and by following the advice in this invaluable guide you will find yourself living a calmer, greener life.Trade ReviewThe Mary Berry of housekeeping – The Great Indoors podcast

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Book SynopsisHome for the Soul is about creating a considerate and sustainable home that also sparks happiness and reflects the spirits, passions and tastes of its inhabitants. A shift in awareness means that we are increasingly thoughtful about the materials we use, the scarcity of the earth’s resources and how to lighten our footprint on the planet. In Home for the Soul, Sara Bird and Dan Duchars show how to create a beautiful home that suits its inhabitants while causing minimum damage to our increasingly fragile environment including using non toxic, vegan paints and fabrics. The first section shares ideas for the elements of a stylish yet sustainable home, from lighting to linens, while in Part Two, Sara and Dan visit soulful homes and their owners to discover how they have created interiors that are beautiful yet responsible at the same time. Home for the Soul shows how a mindful, ethically sourced and eco-friendly ethos can be at the heart of modern homemaking. It looks at sustainable, renewable and reclaimed materials, using traditional skills and choosing organic and hand-produced homewares. No matter how new or old a building, or what your own particular style is, there are simple ways to add warmth, contentment and soul to our homes.Trade Review“If your ecological footprint is one of the main things you consider when creating your personal space, this book is a great place to get truly beautiful and thoughtful ideas.” – Greatist.com"The authors...prove that sustainability and style need not be mutually exclusive, and deftly demonstrate how to achieve the former without sacrificing the latter." – The English Home"An inspirational guide to creating stylish interiors that spark happiness, while respecting the planet, with thoughtful, sustainable decorating and design ideas." – Country Homes & Interiors

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Book SynopsisStep inside 20 inspiring interiors where beloved dogs feel perfectly at home. You may have the coolest home on the street, but a house is not a home without a dog. So how do you keep your interiors Instagrammable when you have a canine companion, with all the associated paraphernalia of feeding bowls, leads, beds and toys? A dog owner for over 20 years, and a former home buying manager at Selfridge's in London, Geraldine James is the perfect person to show you how to incorporate dogs into your life without sacrificing either your style or their freedom to roam. Whether you live in the city, in the countryside or on the coast, your home can still look good with only a few compromises. Geraldine also visits the ‘design’ dogs – dogs belonging to designers whose beautifully curated homes still manage to be canine-friendly. Finally, there's a special section telling the stories of the rescue dogs featured in the book, and highlighting the joy a rescue dog can bring to your life and your home.

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Book SynopsisCreate a haven of coziness and calm that embraces you as you walk through the door with Chris Myers’ effortless styling ideas and tips. Taking a room-by-room approach, Chris describes the essentials of creating coziness from the colours to use, the textiles to incorporate, the decorative accessories and lighting to include and how to bring a sense of personality and uniqueness to your own space. Using natural, or pre-loved and re-purposed objects is an important element of this ethos. Wherever you live, in an urban apartment, town house, or country cottage, Chris will inspire you to bring comfort and happiness into your space whether by creating a welcoming wreath for the front door made from foraged items, kitchen curtains made from old vintage quilts, eco-friendly natural cleaning products, or lavender bags and scented candles… Your home will become a sanctuary, a home for the soul surrounded by the things you love, a place you will long to return to at the end of the day and one that is kind to the planet too.Trade ReviewThe book is a tome of unfussy, comforting homespun goodness - Period Living Charming ideas to create a warm, welcoming home using natural or pre-loved objects. You can find tips on lighting, textiles, furniture, and details down to the tiniest, loveliest treasures - Greatist.com You and your book are both absolutely beautiful - Paula Sutton, Hill House Vintage Inspiration from the queen of preloved chic - The Telegraph

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Book SynopsisDetails Make a Home takes a closer look at the details behind international interiors stylist and art director Hans Blomquist’s unique and idiosyncratic take on the world. In hundreds of ravishingly beautiful, inspiring pictures, he encourages the reader to see the world through his own eyes, revealing the possibilities in even the humblest of items and putting together pieces to create striking, painterly and evocative rooms and displays. Chapter by chapter, Hans focuses on and discusses the key ingredients of his distinctive look: Nature, Texture, Colour, Textiles, Collecting and Display. He explains the creative process, offers up his own treasures and puts inspiring ideas for beautiful interiors within every reader’s reach.

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Book SynopsisA cracker of a book packed with tips you'll feel instantly organised.' Aggie MacKenzie Packed with simple tips and tricks, this is everything you need to know about household cleaning.Is your busy life conquering your home? Do you find the household chores getting on top of you?Lynsey Queen of Clean, Instagrammer, businesswoman and busy mum of three, has done all of the work so you don't have to. Featuring her make-at-home cleaning products, easy step-by-step guides and all her recommendations for toxic-free and eco-friendly products, this book is the ultimate guide to keeping on top of your house, and having fun while you do it.Lynsey shares her daily and seasonal routines, motivating and encouraging you along the way with so that you are left with the will, and the skill, to take on even the most seemingly insurmountable tasks and end up with a clean, calm and happy home.Trade Review‘A cracker of a book packed with tips – you’ll feel instantly organised.’ Aggie MacKenzie

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Book SynopsisTrade Review”Jen Robin is not just an organizer—she is a teacher and a healer. As she helps sort our ‘stuff’ she is also sorting our values, emotions, relationships, and dreams. She is a magician and this book will work magic on your home and life.” — Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Untamed "Robin...offers no shortage of organizational tips in her upbeat debut...full of practical ideas." — Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisClearing clutter can radically transform your life. Drawing on her wealth of experience as a feng shui, space clearing and clutter clearing consultant, Karen Kingston explains how clutter is stuck energy that has far-reaching physical, mental, emotional and spiritual effects. This book will motivate you to clutter-clear as never before, once you realise just how much your junk has been holding you back!Learn:- Why people keep clutter- How clutter causes stagnation in every area of your life- Why clearing clutter is essential for effective feng shui- How to clear clutter quickly and effectively- Karen Kingston''s top ten clutter clearing tipsTrade ReviewWhat a great book . . . I have read it twice in a week and underline more of it each time. Thanks, Karen, for helping me to simplify my life in a joyful wayA gem of a book. You'll read it on the bus going home and be boxing, filing and clearing the instant you're through the door - Elle

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Book SynopsisBlack & Decker The Hardworking Home is chock-full of ideas and how-to tutorials on adapting your home environment to efficiently accommodate home office space, home and remote schooling, and living in the emerging cultural reality.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION What Makes a Hardworking Home?SECTION 1: ADAPTING SPACE Tips and Solutions for Any Room Home Office Décor Dining and Living Rooms Kitchens Family Rooms BedroomsSECTION 2: CREATING SPACE Renovating a Spare Room Lighting ImprovementsCreating an Office or “Recess Area” in a Basement Is Your Basement Livable? Basement Humidity Basement Space Basement Building Codes Controlling Basement Moisture Furred-Out Basement Walls Upgrading Basement Ventilation Replacing Basement Windows Basement Floors Basement Ceilings Installing Direct-Mounted Basement Ceiling PanelsCloset Offices Closet Office ConversionCreating Living Space in a Garage Garage Renovation Potential The Garage Door Improving Garage Lighting Rehabbing a Garage Floor Interior Garage Walls Garage Windows and SkylightsMaking a Shed Habitable Shed Requirements Getting Power to a Shed Shed Lighting Shed Walls and Ceilings Shed Ventilation Shed Heating and Cooling Shed FloorsSECTION 3: EASY DIY PROJECTS FOR THE HARDWORKING HOMEPrivacy Barriers & Room Dividers Folding Room Dividers Kneewalls Partition WallsDoors Door TypesBookcase Room Dividers Built-In Room-Divider BookcaseDesks, Shelving, and Storage Foldaway Wall Bench/DeskUnderstairs Solutions Finishing an Understairs AreaUtility ShelvesPegboard Storage Custom Storage Loft Special-Purpose Carts Adjustable Shelves Photo CreditsMetric Conversion Charts Index

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Book SynopsisEnsure peace of mind for you and your loved ones with the After I'm Gone Organizer!The After I'm Gone Organizer is your essential companion for ensuring your loved ones are well-prepared for the unexpected. This comprehensive planner empowers you to record vital personal, medical, contact, financial, insurance, security, and account information, all in one secure place. With ample space to express your final wishes and expert tips from a licensed attorney well-versed in real estate contracts and local municipal laws, this easy-to-use guide is designed to help you gather and organize your important information and documents.END OF LIFE PLANNER INCLUDES SPACE TO WRITE DOWN KEY INFORMATION:PersonalContactsMedicalWhat to Do When You Pass Away and Funeral PlanningDependentsFinancesPersonal PropertyBusinessInsuranceBeneficiariesDevices & AccountsPetsImportant Documents and RegistrationsLast WishesDon't leave your loved ones guessing—leave behind a legacy of preparedness and clarity with the After I'm Gone Organizer.

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