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DIY enthusiasts, tiny house-lovers, and van-lifers will find
inspiration and step-by-step instructions in Tin Can Homestead, the
ultimate resource for living small in your own Airstream paradise.
The Airstream trailer is the ultimate symbol of vintage
wanderlust-and the classic touring vehicle's resurgent popularity
has dovetailed with the tiny house movement, resonating with
design-minded individuals looking to live small. Tin Can Homestead,
based on the popular Instagram of the same name, is the ultimate
resource for these would-be DIY-ers, and the perfect coffee-table
addition for anyone looking for streamlined, modern lifestyle
inspiration. Part practical how-to, part lushly illustrated design
inspiration, Tin Can Homestead follows the story of one couple as
they build themselves a new life in an old Airstream. Through
personal stories and down-and-dirty checklists, this book guides
readers through all stages of creating their own Airstream
homes-from buying a trailer to plumbing and electrical work. With a
hip, bohemian aesthetic and a fresh authorial voice, the authors
pair their DIY knowledge with lifestyle advice-including decor,
design, and entertaining-and abundant illustrations, from
in-process photographs to hand-drawn illustrations.
Welcome to the world of safer, greener household cleaning. This
friendly book will help you become more self-sufficient and benefit
your health, the environment, and your bank balance. Natural
Household Cleaning is packed with clear, easy-to-follow cleaning
recipes to replace common commercial cleaning products with natural
alternatives. You may be pleasantly surprised to discover that your
kitchen cupboard already contains many harmless options for
transforming your home into a clean and fresh-smelling haven.
Lemons, salt, vinegar, baking soda, and club soda are just some of
the natural ingredients that can be used to clean the kitchen,
bathroom, bedroom, floors, and everything in between. Many of us
don't realize just how easy it is to make your own cleaning
products and achieve truly amazing results. Turn a chore into a
pleasure and discover a whole new way to clean!
With his signature wit, charm, and seemingly limitless
knowledge, Bill Bryson takes us on a room-by-room tour through his
own house, using each room as a jumping off point into the vast
history of the domestic artifacts we take for granted. As he takes
us through the history of our modern comforts, Bryson demonstrates
that whatever happens in the world eventually ends up in our home,
in the paint, the pipes, the pillows, and every item of furniture.
Bryson has one of the liveliest, most inquisitive minds on the
planet, and his sheer prose fluency makes "At Home" one of the most
entertaining books ever written about private life.
The last ten years have done quantifiable damage to Americans'
sense of security, both physical and economic. From the ravages of
Hurricane Katrina to the collapse of the housing market, the last
decade has been a relentless assault on our sense of
invulnerability and insulation from natural and financial
disasters. In response to this, hundreds of thousands of ordinary
Americans have proudly become preppers. Preppers are a community
and a movement; they are mostly suburbanites who are taking control
of their uncertain fate by taking whatever precautions are
necessary to make sure their families survive the hazards to which
we're all exposed. In an article last year, "Newsweek" called this
movement Survivalism Lite. Among others it featured Lisa Bedford,
aka The Survival Mom. Lisa started her blog thesurvivalmom.com in
June 2009 when she realized that all the literature on this kind of
preparation was written by men for men. There was nothing that
spoke to her inherent Mama Grizzly need to protect her family. Long
a teacher and trainer, she took it upon herself to be the missing
voice for the many moms out there. This book will become the go-to
manual for moms who know that the well-being of their brood relies
on them. With charts, checklists, and even recipes, Lisa provides
all you need to know about food storage, water and sanitation, fuel
and energy, medical preparedness, communication protocols and more.
But Lisa Bedford refuses to let this be a scary book. With her
infectious personality and you can do it attitude infused on every
page, she allows us to see that being proactive in the face of
uncertainty isn't paranoid. It's practical and necessary.
'Not a cosy series of reminiscences but a slice of bygone reality.
This delightful collection of country curiosities shows rural life
in the raw a hundred or more years ago. Hugely enjoyable, a real
eye-opener and surprisingly useful!' Alan Titchmarsh A perfectly
formed and beautifully presented collection of titbits from the
ever-surprising pages of Country Life. Flitting from observations
on cheese rolling in Gloucestershire to smuggling silk in Sussex,
from Shakespeare's Avon to the vanishing sign language of country
tramps ... and all by way of a charming rumination on the origins
of the simnel cake. Within these lovely pages there will indeed be
something for everyone. Classic writing on the idyllic British
countryside, Wodehousian ruminations on fishing and golf, and
moving accounts of beloved (and unusual) pets. With a highly
entertaining blend of expert views and humorous asides, Curious
Observationsis a perfect Christmas gift.
What’s the favorite four-letter word of people who are less than fully organized? “Help!” So many technological, social, and economic changes affect your life that you need organization just to keep up, let alone advance. Many people have two jobs – one at the office and one taking care of things at home. If you have a family, you may count that as a third job. Caring for elderly relatives or have community commitments? You can count off four, five, and keep right on going. No matter what life stage you’re in, getting organized can make every day better and help you achieve your long-term goals. Organizing For Dummies is for anyone who wants to - Polish his or her professional reputation
- Experience less stress
- Increase productivity
- Build better relationships
- Maximize personal time
Organization isn’t inherited. With the human genome decoded, the evidence is clear: DNA strings dedicated to putting things into place and managing your time like a pro are nonexistent. Instead, organization is a learned skill set. Organizing For Dummies helps you gain that skill with topics such as: - Understanding how clutter costs you in time, money, and health
- Training your mind to be organized and developing a plan
- Cleaning house, room by room, from basement to attic (including the garage)
- Creating functional space for efficiency and storage
- Time-management strategies for home, office, and tavel
- Scheduling, delegating, and multitasking
- Making time for your family
- Managing your health – physical and financial
- Finding time for love
- Organizing and cashing in on a great garage sale
Getting organized is about unstuffing your life, clearing out the dead weight in places from your closet to your calendar to your computer, and then installing systems that keep the good stuff in its place. Organizing is a liberating and enlightening experience that can enhance your effectiveness and lessen your stress every day – and it’s all yours simply for saying “No” to clutter.
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