the ultimate resource for your next collage project – from the bestselling Extraordinary Things series – whether you're just starting or need a dose of inspiration. curated by the witty and surreal collage artist msgonzalez, this book features 1000 vintage and retro illustrations ready to cut out and bring to life. from delicate flowers and seashells to quirky body parts, retro-futuristic ufo designs to playful kittens and cocktails, there’s a mix of beautiful, quirky, and kitsch to add flair to any project. with backgrounds included for instant inspiration, this large-format book has everything you need to get started.

tired of clothes that fall apart after one wash or struggling to find secondhand clothing that fits? annie philips has the solution. not only does mending and altering help the planet, but it also saves you money in the long run. Upcycle is your guide to creating an eco-friendly wardrobe with expert tips and practical sewing projects. learn to repair and repurpose old clothes instead of buying new, reducing your reliance on fast fashion. this modern approach to sustainable sewing offers advice on upcycling, mending, and creating, with 18 projects to put your skills to the test. grab a needle and fabric, and dive into slow fashion with Upcycle – sew with confidence and craft a wardrobe you’ll love.

Icons celebrates 50 of the most admired women across music, politics, human rights, and film. this diverse collection includes some of the world’s most inspiring figures, like michelle obama, beyoncé, aretha franklin, dolly parton, ruth bader ginsburg, yayoi kusama, and many more. from singers to writers, activists to artists, politicians to filmmakers, Iconsis a tribute to the strength and power of women. illustrated by monica ahanonu, each portrait is paired with a short biography showcasing what makes each woman a true force to be reckoned with. the perfect gift from women to women – whether mom-to-daughter, daughter-to-mom, or friend-to-friend. leave it on your coffee table to read about their accomplishments or simply admire the powerful portraits.

Baby's First Book of Banned Books by laura korzon offers a unique and engaging introduction for babies and toddlers to key lessons from infamous banned books. this colorful board book presents beloved classics like The Diary of Anne Frank and To Kill a Mockingbird in a way that’s accessible to little learners. with bright and bold illustrations and simple yet powerful messages, each page provides a fun way to introduce young children to important stories. the book includes a glossary and explanation for each featured book, making it a perfect tool for early learning. at a convenient 7” x 7” size, it’s easy for small hands to hold and explore.

make your own vision boards, birthday cards, and more with Extraordinary Things to Cut Out and Collage! this fun and creative book is perfect for artists of all ages and abilities, with an introduction to collage styles, tips on techniques, and guidance on composition. whether you're looking for arty fun or a little sticky silliness, this book is the ideal gift or self-purchase. acclaimed collage artist maria rivans has gathered hundreds of quirky, beautiful, and playful images, ready for you to cut out and create with. with categories like people, industrial, nature, art & culture, and more, this book offers everything from fruit to architectural details to planets and beyond – all you need to dive into the world of collage.

some like 'em gooey and chewy, others chunky and crunchy, but everyone loves cookies. Cookies & Crumbs is a fun-filled celebration of everyone’s favorite sweet treat, offering a delicious variety of flavor combinations, from classic milk choc chip, peanut butter, and chunky double choc to exciting new twists like melt-in-the-middle s'mores, coffee and cardamom, or banana and walnut. packed with simple, unbeatable recipes, this book is sure to have you baking cookies you'll make on repeat. whether you're a traditionalist or an adventurous baker, there's a perfect cookie for every craving!

mend and revive your favorite well-worn garments with Well Worn, a comprehensive guide to visible mending techniques from the founder of Slow Stitch Club. whether you're a stitching pro or a complete beginner, this engaging guide is a perfect introduction to the art of mending. textile artist skye pennant shows how mending can be a creative and therapeutic practice, teaching traditional darning and sashiko techniques to help fight wardrobe perfectionism and fast fashion. Well Worn celebrates the joy of visible mending, transforming your clothing into unique, beautiful pieces that tell a story.

discover 50 groundbreaking female photographers and how to incorporate their styles and techniques into your own photography. often in the shadow of their male counterparts, these inspirational women developed new techniques, created their own signature styles and captured everything from war to fashion. from early pioneers to contemporary leaders, they paved the way for generations to come and continue to do so, inspiring them to pick up a camera and decide what type of photographer they want to be. featuring masters of the medium, such as anna atkins, imogen cunningham, nadine ijewere, lee miller, shirin neshat, lorna simpson, cindy sherman, zanele muholi and ingrid pollard, this book is beautifully illustrated with full-color images of the photographers and their work.

the poetry of spaces is a stunning exploration of the core principles of aesthete stylist sarah andrews' work. beginning with the five foundational themes of: light, life, instrument, material, and sense, sarah explores the inspiration behind these lessons before sharing some impeccable examples of their use in homes across the world. The following 'places' and 'rooms' chapters offer a chance for a deeper dive in the styling choices at some truly remarkable homes. sarah's creative eye and relatable writing style will inspire readers to look afresh at their homes and reach for new style heights.

when daisy braid started sewing, patterns were out of her budget so she just started DIYing! sew it yourself with diy daisy is a colorful, size-inclusive and inspiring book for sewers of all stages and abilities, beginners included. it includes guides on everything you need to get started (including equipment, materials and basic techniques) and step-by-step projects with clear instructions, photographs and illustrations that will take the scary out of sewing. daisy's designs use simple shapes to create playful, classic and comfortable pieces that can be styled for all occasions, whether that's a picnic date or a wfh day. the book features 10 small accessory projects and 10 more advanced clothing projects, each with a fun variation (but with potential for endless customization).

the magical properties of color a.k.a 'color magic', has long been a witch's best friend, and now it's time everyone takes full advantage of its therapeutic, emotional and highly-magical benefits. color magic is the intentional use of the color spectrum – each color holds a certain energetic and magical frequency – and within this approachable and highly-accessible guide, jerico mandybur walks you through each major colors multifarious meanings and how to incorporate them in spells, candle magic, altar and sacred space-creating, meditation and yoga, art and journalling, boundary-setting and even your beauty routine. designed especially for the modern mystic, the witch-curious and all those looking to create a more meaningful life for themselves, you will learn everything there is to know about why colors affect us and how to utilize them in various everyday situations, ranging from self-care to social life, work to home and private ritual to outward self-expression.

a distinctive, sumptuous, and informative guide to the craftspeople and artisans of spain, with a focus on ceramics, jewelry, leather goods, clothing, textiles, and shoes. a celebration of artisanal craft, ,made in spain pulls back the veil on independent craftspeople and handmade artisans throughout spain. from jewelers to furniture makers, textiles to footwear, this unique guide takes us on a bountiful journey, exploring each craft and maker in depth.

turn these gorgeous pages to learn more about some of spain's well-known and hidden-gem art and artisans, including:

• dazzling huguet tiles handmade since 1933
• fashion designer and multi-disciplinary textile artist adriana meunie
• capas sesena, designer of high-fashion capes for women and men
• carmina shoemakers, family manufacturers on the island of mallorca since 1866
• helena rohner's handmade jewelry inspired by nature
• jose ramirez, carrying on the tradition of handcrafted classical and flamenco guitars through five generations

part art guide, part travelogue, each chapter includes lush color photographs that explore each featured artisan from various regions of spain, including barcelona and catalunya, balearic island, valencia, madrid, the basque region, galicia, and andalucia.

from acclaimed author patricia hruby powell comes the story of a landmark civil rights case, told in spare and gorgeous verse. In 1955, in caroline county, virginia, amidst segregation and prejudice, injustice and cruelty, two teenagers fell in love. their life together broke the law, but their determination would change it. richard and mildred loving were at the heart of a supreme court case that legalized marriage between races, and a story of the devoted couple who faced discrimination, fought it, and won.

“black women’s heads of hair are galaxies unto themselves, solar systems, moonscapes, volcanic interiors.” —elizabeth alexander, from the introduction

using advertising photographs of black women (and men) drawn from vintage issues of ebony and jet magazines, the exquisite and thought-provoking collages of world-renowned artist lorna simpson explore the richly nuanced language of hair. surreal coiffures made from colorful ink washes, striking geological formations from old textbooks, and other unexpected forms and objects adorn the models to mesmerizingly beautiful effect.

featuring 160 artworks, an artist’s statement, and an introduction by poet, author, and scholar elizabeth alexander, this volume celebrates the irresistible power of simpson’s visual vernacular.

jimi is the ultimate tribute to the greatest guitar player in rock and roll history, celebrating what would have been jimi hendrix's 80th birthday on november 27, 2022. this comprehensive visual celebration is an official collaboration with jimi's sister, janie hendrix, and john mcdermott of experience hendrix l.l.c. jimi significantly expands on the authors' previously published titles, including an illustrated experience, and features a new introduction by janie, extensive biographical texts, and a trove of lesser known and never-before-published photographs, personal memorabilia, lyrics, and more. additionally, jimi includes quotations by legendary musicians, such as paul mccartney, ron wood, jeff beck, lenny kravitz, drake, dave grohl, and others who have spoken about hendrix's lasting influence.

from carissa potter, whose stationery and gift line, people i've loved, has been featured on design sponge, cool hunting, and apartment therapy.

times can get tough, and this book is here to support women through those moments. its uplifting and positive message helps women cope with depression, grief, anxiety and stress. it is a reminder that it’s normal to feel those emotions, and it provides support for navigating through them. like a hug from a friend, it will become a go-to positivity boost for women dealing with life's difficult times. through practical guidance, meaningful messages of empathy, honesty, art and humor, it’s okay to feel things deeply gives women the encouragement they need exactly when they need it. 

• vibrant illustrations throughout
• positive message promotes self-love
• helps women tackle difficult emotions like depression, anxiety, anger, loneliness, and grief

this essential phrasebook collects the most colorful, explicit, and outrageous ways to tell people off in every part of the world. featuring dozens of different languages, the sayings range from everyday swears to family curses to expressions for x-rated relations with animals. phonetic pronunciation is provided so that readers can curse like a native, and handy illustrations provide visual guides to these foreign exclamations. perfect for the international traveler who may need to wish an enemy a painful death, insult a person's grandmother, or accuse someone's mother of having intimate relations with bears in the forest.

why is art magical? how can it make us happy? how art can make you happy offers the keys to unlocking a rich and rewarding source of joy in life. this easy, breezy handbook is full of insight that will help regular people begin a more inspiring and less stressful relationship with art. with tips on how to visit museums, how to talk about art at cocktail parties, and how to let art wake you up to the world around you, this little guide makes it possible for anyone to fall in love with art, whether for the first time or all over again.