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Home, Garden, and DIY March 2021
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| Plant-Powered Protein: 125 Recipes for Using Today's Amazing Meat Alternatives by Nava AtlasWhat's inside: 125 vegan recipes using protein alternatives, including some DIY versions. There are also color photos, recipe variations, recommended pantry staples, protein health information, and a resource list.
Recipes include: Easy Plant Parmesan; Biscuits with Sausage Gravy; New England Clamless Chowder; Bacon Baked Beans; Chick'n Tetrazzini Pasta; Massaman Curry; Meaty Veggie Burritos. |
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| Growing Under Cover: Techniques for a More Productive, Weather-Resistant, Pest-Free... by Niki JabbourWhat it is: a thoughtful, in-depth guide to a variety of plant covers -- cloches, mini hoop tunnels, cold frames, polytunnels, greenhouses, and more -- that will extend growing time and create a more productive vegetable garden.
Topics include: choosing a cover; preventing problems; using shade cloth; site selection; maintenance; cover-loving vegetables. |
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| Clean Mama's Guide to a Peaceful Home: Effortless Systems and Joyful Rituals... by Becky RapinchukWhat it is: a well-organized, friendly guide to setting up cleaning systems and rituals by the author of Clean Mama’s Guide to a Healthy Home and founder of the Clean Mama blog and website.
What's inside: workbook-like questions to help you focus on where you need help; 50 housekeeping tips; checklists. |
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| Wild at Home: How to Style and Care for Beautiful Plants by Hilton CarterWhat's inside: lush color photos; shopping and styling tips; home tours; the benefits of plants; care basics; and propagation info.
Want a taste? "Have you ever seen a variegated monstera? The way in which the green and white come together like a piece of marble cake is perfection."
Did you know? The author's latest book, Wild Creations, focuses on DIY projects like murals and plant stands and comes out next month. |
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| Elements of Family Style: Elegant Spaces for Everyday Life by Erin GatesWhat it is: a beautifully photographed, family-focused design book organized by room that offers practical advice and ideas for purchasing items (rugs, sofas, etc.) that can survive children and pets.
Don't miss: the detailed photograph captions; the clever sidebar tips; the author's story about her struggle with infertility. |
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| The Curated Closet: A Simple System for Discovering Your Personal Style... by Anuschka ReesWhat's inside: a minimalist approach to fashion that uses workbook-style exercises and infographics to help readers assess their individual clothing needs, identify their personal style, build a small but versatile wardrobe, and learn the art of smart shopping.
Is it for you? Created by style blogger Anuschka Rees, The Curated Closet focuses on women, but its philosophy can be adapted by anyone looking to step up their style and streamline their closet. |
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Cozy Minimalist Home: More Style, Less Stuff
by Myquillyn Smith
What's inside: a chatty look at creating an uncluttered yet cozy space using the author's home as a model, plus personal anecdotes, tips on finding your style, and the proper order to do things (hint: sort out seating first).
Don't miss: the appendices, which offer the "Cozy Minimalist home recipe" and before-and-after pictures of the author's family room.
Who it's for: fans of the author's popular Nesting Place blog; readers who'd appreciate the occasional references to Christianity; those who need help getting started.
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Rental Style: The Ultimate Guide to Decorating Your Apartment or Small Home
by Chelsey Brown
What it is: Doubling as a decor piece and handy design guide, this book shows readers how to decorate and organize small, rented spaces on a budget.
What it covers: all home development stages from searching for a rental home to decorating and organizing it.
Why you might like it: The budget and time-friendly tools, tips, and advice in this book will give readers the ability to stand out among the rest and revamp their rental spaces!
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