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Why settle for a house that looks like every other one in the neighborhood? With Building Your Custom Home for Dummies, you can design and build the home of your dreams. From brainstorming must-have features to hanging a wreath on the front door, this book walks you through what you need to know from start to finish. Get savvy on purchasing property, securing financing, and raising the walls that will become the setting for life's next chapter. If you can imagine it, you can build it!

An inspirational guide to fighting clutter and sorting out your space, based on the bestselling BBC book and TV series. Clutter can be a huge problem for many of us. We yearn to live in a perfectly-ordered home, but more often than not we find ourselves drowning in a sea of 'stuff'. Not only is...

Have you considered organic gardening but don't know where to start? Are you interested in growing fruits and vegetables in your backyard? This audiobook will teach you everything you need to know about mini farming, from the planning stage right up to bringing in your first harvest. Being self-sustainable and growing your own food has many benefits that you can now reap. So, use the tips given here and start working on your garden. With a little effort and consistency on your part, you will soon see your plants give you healthy and delicious produce.

When it comes to reducing animal suffering, many people aren’t sure where to start or which options are most beneficial. Charitable donations? Volunteer work? Dining at vegan restaurants? Meatless Mondays? The truth is that you have far more power than you think to make a real difference. Inspired by the effective altruism movement, The Impactful Vegan teaches listeners how to audit their impact and follow methods that have been scrutinized, evaluated, and determined to do the most good for animals.

Embark on a captivating journey into the enchanting world of Chinese metaphysics and unlock the transformative power of Period 9! In this inviting and illuminating book, you will delve into the hottest topic of the century-the extraordinary Period 9. Immerse yourself in the secrets of this 20-year cycle that has ignited a buzz in Feng Shui and Chinese metaphysics. From February 4, 2024, to February 3, 2044, Period 9 will shape the course of the next two decades, and you want to take advantage of it!

Are you overwhelmed by the clutter in your home and life? Struggling to find peace, focus, and functionality amidst the chaos? Decluttering and Organizing by Caitlyn Carter is the practical, motivational guide you’ve been waiting for to transform your space—and your mindset—once and for all.

With over thirty thousand occupations currently in existence, workers today face a bewildering array of careers from which to choose, and upon which to center their lives. But there is more at stake than just a paycheck. For too long, work has driven a wedge between families, dividing husband from wife, father from son, mother from daughter, and family from home. Building something that will last requires a radically different approach than is common or encouraged today.

Picture a world where daily life and nature create a powerful symbiotic relationship. Imagine how different life would be if villages of people came together to create a collaborative environment that nurtured nature rather than exploiting its resources. Permaculture Ecovillages is an immersion into an ethical, holistic world that's abundant in knowledge and rich with value! This captivating guide explores the unity between God, humankind, and nature threaded into every facet of His creation!

You're probably like many others - weeding, fertilizing, paying contractors, and hiring lawn care companies that come and spray chemicals to make your lawn lush and green, yet it still has not happened. And just when you thought you were getting somewhere, your grass starts to get yellow, you have bald spots, the grass is brown, more weeds are growing up, and you are wondering why.

Life on one-tenth the fossil fuels turns out to be awesome. We all want to be happy. Yet as we consume ever more in a frantic bid for happiness, global warming worsens. Being the Change explores the connections between our individual daily actions and our collective predicament. The core message is deeply optimistic: Living without fossil fuels is not only possible, it can be better.

Part autobiography, part natural history, Bird Cloud is the glorious story of the American West landscape and building a home there by Annie Proulx, winner of a PEN/Faulker Award, Pulitzer Prize, and National Book Award and author of the short story “Brokeback Mountain.” “Bird Cloud” is...

Step into the world of professional cleaning and unlock the secrets to a spotless, stress-free home with 'Clean Your House Like a Pro: Proven Techniques for a Cleaner Home.' This audiobook is your ultimate guide to transforming your living space into a sparkling oasis of cleanliness and order.

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Escape the noise of modern life and step into the world of self-sufficient living with Off-Grid Living Made Simple: A Stress-Free Guide to Buy, Design, and Optimize Your Land, House, Energy, Food, and Water for a Self-Sufficient Homestead. This audiobook takes you on a transformative journey, whether you're a seasoned DIY enthusiast or someone with zero experience. Picture a life where you grow your own food, generate your own energy, and embrace the peace of nature.

Want to start a rewarding hobby without the meticulous work of traditional gardening? Good news–you don’t need extensive space, labor, or costly supplies to create your mini Eden. Introducing Raised Bed Gardening, the efficient, economical, and easy approach!

Eco-friendly living made simple. As a lifestyle guide and an introduction to sustainable living, Sustainable Badass shows you why and how to minimize your consumption while effortlessly making your habits greener.

Read by the author, Nancy Birtwhistle. Simple swaps and innovative ideas for cleaning and maintaining your home that won't cost the Earth – from tricky stains to descaling kettles. This engaging guide with 101 hints and sustainable, natural cleaning tips and hacks will help you take small...

Read by the author, Nancy Birtwhistle. 'The tips and tricks are just brilliant' – Jane Dunn, author of Jane's Patisserie 101 eco-friendly home-hacks, tips and recipes from Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle. One change, any change, will make a...

Spring clean your life with this practical, achievable guide to decluttering from the British Marie Kondo. Wardrobes bursting with unworn clothes. Boxes full of obsolete chargers and neglected children's toys. A dresser jammed full of mismatched socks... Sound familiar? Many of us feel increasingly overwhelmed by the sheer amount of stuff packed into our homes. Being organised at home doesn't just mean always knowing where you left the remote; it means being able to face the world with a clear mind and increased energy. It all starts at home.

Most people who are considering off grid living, are those who are wanting to escape the stress and busyness of city life, and enjoy the peace and tranquility of country living. Owning your own property, and providing for your needs with self-sufficiency projects sounds wonderful and fun, but what are the most important self-sufficiency/survival projects, and how do you accomplish them? That is where this book will help.