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Radical Homemakers

by Nici on March 19, 2010

cover iamgeRadical Homemakers: Reclaiming Domesticity from a Consumer Culture

By Shannon Hayes

It seems like we understand the home as purposeful only through endless consumption. Hayes reminds us that the home can instead be a site of meaningful social production, with its own economy based on self-sufficiency and community. Through profiling different women and men who have opted out of consumer cultures and committed themselves to homemaking, Hayes offers an interesting, compelling, and inspiring guide to undermining a problematic system and returning home.
—K.M.S.

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Mason-Dixon Knitting

by Nici on March 18, 2010

cover imageMason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitter’s Guide: Stories, Patterns, Advice, Opinions, Questions, Answers, Jokes, and Pictures

By Ann Shayne and Kay Gardiner

This is one of my all-time favorite knitting books. It is full of patterns and techniques I return to again and again—especially the beautiful blanket patterns inspired by traditional quilts. The photography reminds me of why I love knitting, balancing a warm homey feel with contemporary color choices and designs. Absolutely perfect to curl up with on a sunny afternoon! —K.M.S.

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Alabama crafting

March 17, 2010

Alabama Studio Style: More Projects, Recipes, & Stories Celebrating Sustainable Fashion & Living
By Natalie Chanin and Robert Rausch
For those fans of Alabama Stitch Book, Natalie Chanin is back with a whole new book of crafts and recipes. The corn-shaped cornbread on page 93 is the cutest thing I have ever seen and I can’t wait to [...]

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Garden riots

March 17, 2010

The Gardener’s Color Palette: Paint Your Garden with 100 Extraordinary Flower Choices
By Tom Fischer and Clive Nichols 
In this bright and beautiful little book, Fischer takes you through the every level of the color spectrum with flowers. With big close-up shots of the flowers, you can see color, texture, and shape. Sidebars contain plant descriptions, helpful [...]

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Small is beautiful—and responsible.

March 17, 2010

Compact Houses: Architecture for the Environment
by Cristina Del Valle 
Compact Houses invites you into a handful of unique and sustainable modern homes, cabins and getaways located around the world. Step in and see how thoughtful, efficient design can be had using only a small ecological footprint.
—V.L.
From the March, 2010 Instore Newsletter

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