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Home, Garden, and DIY September 2020
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Good for You : Bold Flavors With Benefits: 100 Recipes for Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Vegetarian, and Vegan Diets
by Akhtar Nawab
What it is: "Award-winning chef Akhtar Nawab presents 100 healthful and hearty recipes . . . inspired by his Indian heritage, Kentucky upbringing, and professional experience cooking in Mexican and Italian restaurants." (from Hoopla)
Topics include: Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan diets; Wholesome, accessible recipes that pack serious flavor into every bite; . . . Basic building blocks—like vegan soubise and gluten-free bread—as well as more advanced recipes and techniques.
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Doodle Stitching Embroidery Art : Move Beyond the Pattern With Aimee Ray
by Aimee Ray
What it is: A guide to creating "one-of-a-kind embroidery art using simple techniques! Best-selling author Aimee Ray of Doodle Stitching fame is back with the fresh motifs and contemporary inspiration her fans have come to love."
What's inside: 20 projects that "move beyond the pattern to reflect your artistic self-making hoop framed embroidery art, decorative keepsakes, pillows, patches, charms, and fabric scrapbooks."
Who it's for: Both beginners and seasoned embroiderers.
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The ultimate retirement guide for 50+ : winning strategies to make your money last a lifetime
by Suze Orman
Who it's for: Anyone wondering "Can I ever afford to stop working? Will Social Security be there for me when I need it? Is the market a safe place for my money? How can I make my money last? Have I waited too long to start saving?"
What's inside: Suze Orman, America's most recognized expert on personal finance, answers all the questions that keep you up at night-starting with the biggest one: it is never too late to start planning for a next act that's fulfilling and secure.
What it is: A guide to taking control of your financial future and creating the retirement you deserve.
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Japanese Style Companion Planting : Organic Gardening Techniques for Optimal Growth and Flavor
by Toshio Kijima
What it is: "Japanese Style Companion Planting brings the techniques of a master farmer in Japan to home gardeners all over the world, with over 175 easy-to-follow color illustrations and detailed texts."
About the author: "Toshio Kijima is head of the Biotechnology Department at Tochigi Agricultural Station in Japan and principal of the Nogyo Daigakko School of Natural Farming."
Why read it: Learn the theory and basics of companion planting, to get "increased yields, healthier plants, fewer pest problems and better taste. . . all grown without the need for pesticides or chemical fertilizers" (from Hoopla).
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Adventuring together : how to create connections and make lasting memories with your kids
by Greta Eskridge
What it is: A modern, practical, and inspiring guide to creating deep heart connections with kids by regularly creating new experiences and intentional adventures together.
What's inside: Stories and ideas "for outdoor and indoor ventures - What to do when your finances are limited - How to adventure if your family can't hit the hiking trail or spend the night at a campground."(from Hoopla)
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Help yourself : a guide to gut health for people who love delicious food
by Lindsay Maitland Hunt
Why read it? "This game-changing cookbook will make you rethink how you eat. It turns out that gut health is the root of all health: A happy equilibrium in the body's unique community of microbes promotes good health throughout the body, including a stronger immune system, better sleep, and lower stress." (from Hoopla)
What's inside: Emphasizing plant-based and whole ingredients this cookbook offers more than 125 recipes, including Brussels Sprouts and Peanut Butter Curry Bowl and Seeded Almond Flour Waffles with Raspberry-Flax Smash, that will help restore microbial balance in the gut.
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| Gardening for Butterflies: How You Can Attract and Protect Beautiful, Beneficial Insects by The Xerces Society, Scott Hoffman Black, Brianna Borders, Candace Fallon, Eric Lee-Mäder, Matthew ShepherdWhat's inside: a thorough guide to why butterflies are in trouble, why they matter, and ways you can help; details on butterfly and moth species; information on nearly 120 pollinator-friendly plants; thoughtful garden designs; tips on pest and weed control; inspiring color photos.
Did you know? "A small yard with just a few native plants can attract and sustain dozens of butterfly species." |
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| Creating Sanctuary: Sacred Garden Spaces, Plant-Based Medicine, and Daily... by Jessi Bloom; photographs by Shawn LinehanWhat it is: a practical, thoughtful book that clearly explains how to better connect with nature by creating a peaceful space in your own backyard that incorporates plants, benches, lanterns, and more.
Don't miss: profiles of 50 "sacred plants," such as bee balm, including medicinal properties and self-care uses. |
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| Gardentopia: Design Basics for Creating Beautiful Outdoor Spaces by Jan JohnsenWhat it is: an inspirational, informative guide to planning and creating gorgeous outdoor spaces that covers garden goals, adding accents, increasing color, easy-care plant suggestions, selecting seating, tips on hardscaping, creating themed gardens, and much more.
Don't miss: the stunning color photos; the thorough first section, which lays a nice design foundation for what's to come. |
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