our homes have always been our castles, but today they need to be so much more than simply a roof over our heads. home offices, workout studios, entertaining spaces, mental health sanctuaries and centres for self-care… the demands on our four walls are unprecedented. and now many more of us are renting than ever before – but that doesn’t mean we can’t make our homes into living environments that reflect our unique sense of style and bring joy to our everyday lives.

in your not forever home, katherine ormerod has curated a range of projects for every room in a rented house or flat, guiding you through techniques and invaluable insights that will help create spaces tailored to your taste.

like a book club, but better, this approachable guide breaks down the basics of wine in a month-by-month format for a year's worth of sips and wine-party inspiration.

learning about wine should be fun and is easy to do, if you have a few key things: wine (of course), an opener, a few friends, and this book. that's your wine club! each month, discover the key elements of a specific style of wine or varietal, from cabernet sauvignon in january to bubbly in december, including taste-testing tips, history, and tasty throw-together or make-ahead bites that pair beautifully with whatever you're pouring. so, uncork (or twist the top off of) a bottle, pour yourself a glass, and join the best club of all: the wine club!

what frida kahlo aays is an inspiring collection of the mexican icon's best quotes on love, style, life and art, celebrating her immense legacy. frida kahlo is undoubtedly one of the most innovative and influential painters of the 20th century and is widely considered a style icon thanks to her eclectic taste and love of colour and print. from a young age, kahlo forged her own path, overcoming polio as a child and battling lifelong injuries from a tragic road accident, to become the inspirational figure we know and love today.

some quotes from frida kahlo:

• "nothing is worth more than laughter. it is strength to laugh and to abandon oneself, to be light."
• "I must fight with all my strength so that the little positive things that my health allows me to do might be pointed toward helping the revolution. the only real reason for living."
• "I am my own muse, I am the subject I know best. the subject I want to know better."
  

"groundbreaking, inspiring, delicious: nik sharma’s veg-table is everything I’d hoped for and more!”—nigella lawson, author of cook, eat, repeat

from the bestselling author of the flavor equation and season : a fascinating exploration of the unique wonders of more than fifty vegetables through captivating research, stunning photography, and technique-focused recipes.

nik sharma, blogger at a brown table, serious eats columnist, and bestselling cookbook author, brings us his most cookable collection of recipes yet in veg-table . here is a technique-focused repertoire for weeknight mains for cooks of all skill levels looking to add more delicious and satisfying vegetable dishes to their diet.

a visual how-to guide on the craft of tufting rugs, home decor, and more from the duo behind tuft the world, the tufting company that has helped launch and educate a new generation of tufters. tuft the world is an easy-to-follow and beautifully illustrated guide to tufting, whether you’re creating your first project or are a seasoned tufter. brought to you by the preeminent experts in the machine-tufting field, this detailed crafting guide shows you, through step-by-step instructions and 175 full-color photographs, how to create contemporary, stylish, and enjoyable machine-tufted rugs, clothes, and objects.

within these pages, you'll learn about:

• tufting machines, materials, and techniques
• workspace setup
• how to create projects from start to finish, including everything from a bathmat, bedside rug, shawl collar, or chair slipcover to a picture frame, sculptural work of art, or stunning tufted cat tree!
  

creativity in a box: accessible prompts in a pick-me-up package that are applicable to any type of creative pursuit, be it visual art, music, writing, or any other practice that requires idea-generation. it’s the gift of inspiration, with effective strategies to spark creativity and get unstuck. includes 50 faux matchsticks with printed prompts.

southerners adore their appetizers, and this collection of 60 recipes—served up with a healthy dose of southern hospitality—shows why. smoked pecans on the sideboard, cheese straws on the coffee table, an array of hot dips on the dining table, and pickled shrimp on the porch are just some of the myriad dishes found in this volume that prove food is the life of the party. tips on creating the ideal party flow, being a gracious host, arranging flowers, sending out invitations, and planning the perfect menu ensure any event will go off without a hitch. both a lovely hostess gift and a party-planning idea book, southern appetizers is all anyone needs for a successful gathering with southern style.

what do you want to eat when you have no demands from family or friends? what is your idea of a meal that is all delight and zero obligation? maybe it’s fresh tomato and melted cheese on sliced sourdough; or tuna hand-rolls made ingeniously with tinned fish; hummus topped with a fragrant mix of spiced nuts and raisins; or, for a splurge, caviar sandwiched between toast points. snacking dinners are the ultimate form of self-care, a meal of favorite foods expanded to be balanced and perfectly satisfying, magical in their simplicity and promise, and both a delicious treat and a cooking shortcut.

with over 50 recipes that are endlessly versatile, accommodating of any food preferences, perfect for one, but easy to scale up for sharing with family and friends, snacking dinners is your blueprint for dinner tonight, tomorrow, or any time you want to truly take care of yourself. 

piece by piece: 20 modern patchwork and quilting projects to make from preloved fabrics is a hands-on craft book complete with patterns, tutorials and projects that use a mix of quilting, patchwork and appliqué. designer, maker and founder of textile studio working cloth, lauren macdonald shares her enthusiasm for and knowledge of quilting with approachable warmth and humor in this indispensable guide to modern patchwork and quilting.

a homage to tradition with a contemporary aesthetic, piece by piece offers heritage quilt patterns in a fresh, modern color palette. the 20 projects, all designed to be made with second-hand fabrics and scraps from other projects, are simple enough for the beginner and advanced enough to keep experienced makers interested.

“the most joyful, inspirational interiors, with a fascinating personal story from the master of color himself! matthew shows us how to live life bright!” —sienna miller, actress

the first interior decorating and lifestyle book from former fashion designer matthew williamson, who has been designing with bold, contrasting color for almost three decades, is an invitation to find your own style and embrace color and pattern to live bright.

think beige, grey, and white are the only neutrals? think again. as a lifelong fan of rich jewel tones, fashion designer turned interiors expert matthew williamson makes the case for living cocooned in color

I read banned books 500 piece family puzzle from mudpuppy features colorful illustrations of infamously banned books like the diary of anne frank and to kill a mockingbird. this puzzle is designed to introduce children to books that have deep and profound meaning. mudpuppy puzzles are packaged in matte-finish sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage.

• 500 pieces
• package: 8 x 8 x 2", 20 x 20 x 5cm
• complete puzzle: 20 x 20", 51 x 51cm
• fun for everyone aged 8+ (great family activity for adults and children to enjoy together)
• puzzle greyboard contains 90% recycled paper. packaging contains 70% recycled paper. printed with nontoxic inks.
• all mudpuppy products adhere to cpsia, astm, and ce safety regulations
  

happy hour snacks is a go-to guide to simple, delicious food to share in the looser, lazier and louder comfort of your own home. containing 80 moreish recipes, this cookbook is about making bites with less utensils, more shortcuts, and with a drink in hand.

experience the shared joy of effortless entertaining with recipes that encourage everyone at the table to get involved. learn how to shuck oysters, make an easy fresh pasta and graze on great-tasting dishes such as lazy man’oushe, ‘nduja with super honey and kimchi garlic bread. chapters are split into snack cravings: you’re a bit salty (salt), the spice and smoke show (spice and smoke), how good is acid?

melted cheese between slices of toasted bread—the ultimate in comfort food. this mouthwatering cookbook features 39 grilled cheese recipes created by heidi gibson, winner of seven grilled cheese championships and the co-owner (with husband nate) of the american grilled cheese kitchen in san francisco. the classic mousetrap is dripping with three kinds of cheese. the piglet wows with its thinly sliced ham and sharp cheddar. and grilled cheese makes a great breakfast—just add an egg! with 40 additional recipes for great accompaniments and side dishes—including hearty soups, many varieties of mac & cheese, spicy pickles, and tangy spreads—plus tips on choosing the best bread and cheese and techniques for grilling each sandwich at just the right temperature, anyone can create the perfect grilled cheese sandwich.