Start off 2026 fresh by learning a new craft or upgrading your skills. Want to cook up a new dish? Want to take better care of yourself? Thanks to this selection of eBooks, we have something for all of your New Year's resolutions.
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Growing Mushrooms for Beginners
By Sarah Dalziel-Kirchhevel
Science
Cultivating your own shrooms is simple and satisfying once you've mastered a few basics. Growing Mushrooms for Beginners is full of expert advice and step-by-step instructions for growing and utilizing a range of edible and "medicinal" mushrooms at home, whether you have a sprawling backyard, a tiny balcony, or no outdoor space at all.
This beginner-friendly guide introduces kumihimo, the Japanese art of braided jewelry. Learn to use a circular disc, beads, and colorful cords to create 12 stunning, portable projects, plus style variations for any occasion. Clear instructions make it easy to master beautiful patterns—at home or on the go.
Learn how to create exquisite, delicately embroidered silk ribbon flowers, including foxgloves, roses, hydrangeas, delphiniums, primroses, geraniums, irises, poppies... and much more.
Learn to draw insects the easy way with a simple, step-by-step method anyone can follow. From fearsome predators to delicate butterflies, this beginner-friendly guide builds confidence fast. Perfect for absolute beginners or artists looking to sharpen their skills while bringing the fascinating world of insects to life on the page.