Bake Knit Sew showcases a year of creativity in baking, knitting, and sewing. Each month, an original baking recipe is partnered with a knitting pattern or sewing project, made with the seasonally-inspired ingredients and materials. These twelve baking recipes, seven knitting patterns, and five sewing projects are yours to make your own. Written by Evin O'Keeffe, author of the popular blog EvinOK. Inspired by her Irish-American Grandma's recipe box and craftiness, this book showcases a year of creativity in baking, knitting, and sewing. Whether it is sparkly snowflakes and fleecy mittens in the Winter, brave new leaves in the Spring, dandelion clocks flying in the Summer breeze, or golden leaves and honeycomb in the Autumn, the seasons await you with new opportunity for creativity. In this age of mass consumption and branding, there is magic in being able to create something unique and special. Something all your own, from the heart. The materials were carefully chosen from local artisans in Ireland and Nova Scotia who sell globally online, most of whom are woman-owned and operated. The recipes were perfected over generations, then given a modern twist and tested by volunteers. Each knitting and sewing pattern was tried and tested as well. Finally, this book was funded by an enthusiastic crowd of Kickstarter backers. A complete year of projects! Over 50 full-color photographs shot on location in scenic Cork, Ireland make this book a feast for the eyes as well as an inspiration in the kitchen and at the craft table. You'll be pleasantly surprised at how simple it is to make and create these functional projects from scratch.

We all love going on vacation, but getting there isnt always half the fun. Recent Research has revealed that travelling has been a stressful experience for many, contributing to the increase in blood pressure whilst the recent economic trauma has compounded the problem. In this book, the author tries to reach out to the everyday traveller with this carefully compiled and edited everyday jokes without prejudice. Whether youre travelling by Plane, Train, Ferry or Coach this book will hopefully put you at ease and put a smile on your face. Most of us who have been involved in the unpleasant and stressful side of travelling can all agree that any antidote to a stressful journey will be more than welcomed. It can equally be enjoyed at home or the work place. Laughter is one of the healthiest antidotes to stress. When we laugh or even smile, Endorphins are released enhancing blood flow to the brain. Laugh a lot and when youre older all your wrinkles will be in the right places *AND ALWAYS REMEMBER: Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. Ps. Author apologizes to anyone who finds any joke offensive. WATCHOUT FOR VOL.2

Show off your style with eye-catching homemade dresses. In this fun, easy-to-follow guide, Project Runway contestant Buffi Jashanmal shows you how to create your own custom-fitted dresses or revamp a piece that’s already hanging in your closet. Learn to design personalized patterns for three basic dress shapes — the shift, the sheath, and the princess seam — and make them rock by exploring variations with measurements and fabric types. Your dresses will fit your body, suit your taste, and express your individuality.