True modernity requires much more than discipline, vision, and a willingness to live without upper kitchen cabinets. It’s Lonely in the Modern World outlines exactly what’s required to achieve sleek design and the requisite ennui. From the creators of the wildly popular Web site Unhappyhipsters.com, this essential guide is for today’s hipsters what The Official Preppy Handbook was for prepsters. The authors advise on a number of topics. Readers will learn how to navigate the vast array of concrete finishes and plywood grades, accessorize with children and pets, opine with authority on rooflines. Featuring detailed illustrations, beautifully staged photos, and helpful charts, this master manual is perfect for aspiring modernists, those who love them, and, of course, those who love to hate them.

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Bestselling line! Marimekko—one of the world's first lifestyle brands (and still one of its best)—returns with a new postcard collection featuring 50 bold and colorful patterns. 
- These 50 postcards, featuring cheerful prints in bold colors—are great for sending to friends far and wide. Or hang them up for instantly chic and colorful wall art! 
- This card set makes a great gift for Marimekko fans and admirers; vintage enthusiasts; pattern people and color lovers; and design, fashion, and lifestyle aficionados. 
- Other Marimekko products (clothing, home goods, bedding, etc.) can be quite expensive—these postcards are an affordable way to own some of the brand's most desirable patterns. 
- The set contains 50 unique designs, so you'll never have to worry about sending the same postcard to the same person twice. Marimekko is a Finnish lifestyle design house celebrated worldwide for its original prints and vibrant colors. Since its founding in 1951, Marimekko has helped people express their unique personalities through pattern and color, with its high-quality fabrics, apparel, accessories, and housewares. Marimekko has more than 100 stores in 40 countries worldwide, and its United States flagship opened in New York City in 2011.

Marimekko: 50 Postcards

What could be sweeter than adorable baby animals snuggling with their mommies? This simple board book with warm illustrations feature a variety of animals and celebrate the affection between mothers and children. Cuddles and kisses will surely abound when reading this aloud!

Mommy Hugs

Baby & Kids

Meet Baby Penguin! How does Baby Penguin stay cozy and warm? Where does Baby Penguin play? Follow along as she experiences her world, from playtime to bedtime. The simple, comforting stories in this go-to baby gift series have made it a multimillion seller. Featuring a permanently attached plush finger puppet, each volume offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books together.

Baby Penguin: Finger Puppet Book

Leave it to The Knot, the most prestigious name in the bridal industry, to create a wise and heartwarming book for the second most important woman in the wedding. The Knot Guide for the Mother of the Bride explains the bridal planning process from start to finish, with special attention given to the responsibilities of the mother of the bride, such as engagement announcements and parties, interacting with the groom's family, and managing finances. Every aspect of the wedding tradition is covered from the mother's point of view, whether the etiquette of gift registries or how to organize a receiving line. Tips on the perfect form-flattering dress and camera-ready hair and make-up will help Mom create her perfect wedding look. Thoughtful suggestions give her ideas for supporting and encouraging her daughter, and for keeping perspective in high-pressure situations. Pretty illustrations and a lovely silvery jacket make this petite hardcover a special treasure. A great self-purchase for Moms or a cherished gift from the bride, The Knot Guide for the Mother of the Bride will help mothers and daughters enjoy the weddingand each other.

The Knot Guide For The Mother Of The Bride

Travel around the world without leaving your dinner table, or take this game on the go—either way, the enlightening and entertaining trivia questions in this deck are sure to inspire ideas for the next family vacation!

After Dinner Amusements: Travel Trivia

These delectable notecards feature artwork by award-winning illustrator Isabelle Arsenault. Great for birthdays, weddings, Valentine's Day, or any other sweet occasion.

Sweet Notes

With the materials in this portfolio— 20 sheets of brightly patterned paper, plus basic rosette techniques, 14 step-by-step projects, and endless ideas for inspiration—crafters will delight in making timeless and modern folded medallions that can accessorize any outfit, function as home décor, or be gifted as living scrapbook mementos.

Rosette Art

This inspiring trio of notebooks celebrates three iconic heroes of the Star Wars galaxy: Leia Organa, Rey, and Ahsoka Tano. Each notebook features lightly ruled interiors with notable quotes from each character, along with bonus artwork on the inside and back covers.
3 Paperback notebooks with center-sewn bindings, 6 x 8½ in, 64 pages each.

© and TM Lucasfilm Ltd. Used Under Authorization

Star Wars: Women Of The Galaxy Notebook Set

Isabel Samaras's quirky, sexy, pop-surrealist art has had a cult following for yearsand now at long last her first monograph, On Tender Hooks, is here. In conjunction with the release of this monograph, Chronicle Books is pleased to offer a limited edition book and print. Includes: Edition limited to 100 and 5 artist's proofs Print: Honey Dripper (Goldilocks & the Three Bears), 2008 Signed and numbered by the artist, 8x10 Gicle print Drawing her influence from classic TV shows and paintings by the Old Mastersfor example riffing on Gricault's Raft of the Medusa by replacing the figures with characters from Gilligan's Island Samaras has created a witty, erotic, and surreal body of work. This fresh and dazzling volume includes a three-way interview between Samaras and fellow low-brow artists Shag and The Pizz, as well as delightful and enlightening commentary from gallerist Justin Giarla and art writer Colin Berry, and an erotic short story by Lucy Blue.
Because of its deluxe nature and unique components, this limited edition package is being sold non-returnable. All sales are final.

On Tender Hooks (limited Edition)

This visually magnificent book unveils the alluring world of uncommon botanicals, including a prickly cactus that played a storied role in the founding of an ancient city, a tiny pink mushroom that glows green in the dark, and a magnificent blue cactus with rows of golden spines. Celebrated paper designer Kate Alarcón reveals the rich histories and unique characteristics behind 30 remarkable plants alongside instructions for crafting stunning paper versions of each one. These eye-catching creations make perfect wedding centerpieces, beautiful arrangements (that never wilt!) to brighten a home, and cheerful gifts for any occasion. Brimming with fascinating botanical trivia, vivid photography, and essential design techniques, this is a breathtaking resource for flower lovers, crafters, and anyone fascinated by the mysteries of the natural world.

Uncommon Paper Flowers

Taking the love of French pastries into the kitchen, Mon Cher Éclair shows how rewarding it is to make these delectable treats at home. Using just a couple of simple techniques, home cooks can easily master the basic recipe for pâte à choux dough and use it to make beautiful éclairs with modern flavor combinations such as butterscotch-bourbon or Meyer lemon cream. The dough is also the base for an array of profiteroles and cream puffs, which make great appetizers and desserts. With more than 40 recipes ranging from traditional to trendy, savory to sweet, rustic to artistic, this small cookbook will make home cooks look like a very big deal.

Mon Cher Eclair

Send a greeting celebrating diverse books with these beautifully illustrated themed bookstack notecards.
This richly illustrated collection of notecards celebrates the works of those underrepresented in the literary world. The books featured on each of the unique 20 cards spans genres such as:

beloved novels from classics to contemporary favorites
great love stories
fantasy epics
beguiling mysteries
favorite poetry collections
celebrations of culture through cookbooks
kids’ picture books (for the young and young at heart)
and more!

PERFECT FOR LITERARY LOVERS: This colorful notecard set features 20 assorted bookstacks depicting a wealth of titles, both well loved and discoverable.
EASY GIFT: This handsome notecard set packed with vibrant illustrations by beloved author Jane Mount (BIBLIOPHILE) and is a perfect gift for any booklover.
DISCOVER UNSUNG LITERARY HEROES: The authors dive deep into a wide variety of genres, such as Contemporary Fiction, Classics, Young Adult, Sci-Fi, and more to bring the works of authors of color to the fore.
EXPERT AUTHORS: Using their keen knowledge for all things literary, Jamise Harper (founder of the Diverse Spines book community) and Jane Mount (author and illustrator of BIBLIOPHILE) have curated expertly devised bookstacks representing a myriad of underrepresented voices.
BLANK NOTECARDS: These cards are great for any occasion: birthdays, thank yous, sympathy, or just saying hello.
Perfect for: bookish people; literary lovers; students; Mother’s Day shoppers; stocking stuffers; followers of #DiverseSpines; Jane Mount and Ideal Bookshelf fans; Reese's Book Club and Oprah’s Book Club followers; people who use Goodreads.com; readers wanting to expand/decolonize their book collections; people interested in uplifting BIPOC voices; grads and students

Bibliophile Diverse Spines Notes

All the benefits and beauty of live plants, minus the fuss. This trio of easy-to-assemble paper punch-out plants with trendy succulent leaves instantly decorates windowsills, kitchen tables, or cubicles. Best of all, these blooms stay fresh forever!

Port-a-plant

For those who are barking mad about dogs, look no further than these Dog Lovers Playing Cards from Ridley's Games!
This 54 playing card deck features beautiful hand illustrated artwork of man's best friend, along with interesting facts about each breed - all based on our team's pups! Packaged in a paw-some illustrated tin, always have this deck on hand to play your favorite classic card games whether at home or on-the-go. The perfect gift for any dog lover, see if you can spot your pooch's doppelganger!

Dog Lover's Playing Cards

These 12 die-cut cards from Paris-based artist Nathalie Lété are all dressed up and ready to go! Featuring delightful paintings of dapper dogs and cute cats bearing gifts and flowers, these cards will suit all fancies—and occasions. BELOVED FRENCH ARTIST: Nathalie Lété's distinct aesthetic has attracted a strong worldwide following. She works in a variety of mediums, including illustration, painting, ceramics, and textiles. She has collaborated with beloved brands and stores including Gucci, H&M, Anthropologie, Uniqlo, Monoprix, Issey Miyake, and more. WHIMSICAL AND DELIGHTFUL: These cards feature a charming range of animals—from pugs and dachshunds to tabby cats with gifts and flowers. DOUBLES AS DÉCOR: These cards also work wonderfully as miniature art pieces displayed alongside your houseplants and books. GREAT FOR ALL OCCASIONS: Send these cards to the animal lover in your life for birthdays, thank-yous, congratulations, or just to stay in touch. INCLUDES: 12 die-cut flat cards with full-color artwork (4 designs repeat 3 times) and 12 envelopes in a handy box. Perfect for: 
- Nathalie Lété fans 
- Novelty stationery collectors 
- Animal and nature lovers 
- Snail mail enthusiasts

Fancy Fauna: 12 Notecards & Envelopes

The bold, bright colors of India leap off the page in this fresh and funny picture book retelling of how Ganesha came to help write the epic poem of Hindu literature, the Mahabharata. Ganesha is just like any other kid, except that he has the head of an elephant and rides around on a magical mouse. And he loves sweets, but when Ganesha insists on biting into a super jumbo jawbreaker laddoo, his tusk breaks off! With the help of the wise poet Vyasa, and his friend Mr. Mouse, Ganesha learns that what seems broken can be quite useful after all. With vibrant, graphic illustrations, expressive characters, and offbeat humor, this is a wonderfully inventive rendition of a classic tale.

Ganesha's Sweet Tooth

Sweet Paper Crafts offers 25 unique DIY paper accents that make any home or celebration a little brighter. Make tiny star garlands to string over the mantel, delicate flower wreaths for the front door, cheerful package toppers, and much more! Mollie Greene's distinctive layered style incorporates collage techniques and use of found scraps, book pages, magazines, and old record jackets. With helpful templates, step-by-step photographs, beautiful shots of each whimsical piece, and plentiful ideas for one-of-a-kind creations, this book will motivate even novice crafters to start snipping their very own paper finery.

Sweet Paper Crafts

Old School Photography is a must-have modern manual for learning how to create great photographs with a 35mm film camera. Famed YouTube personality Kai Wong expertly and humorously shares 100 essential tips for selecting and using film cameras, shooting with film and various lenses, and employing specific techniques to ensure you can get great results quickly. Known for his breadth of knowledge and quick wit, Kai Wong delivers an informative and entertaining read on how to take great film photos.

An informative and entertaining read on how to take great film photos
A must-have guide for those new to old-school film techniques
A much-needed book for the current resurgence of vintage 35mm film cameras

Renewed interest in film photography has surged in the past few years, both amongst those rediscovering their past passion and those discovering it for the first time. Vintage cameras that had previously lost their value are now often worth more than they first sold for due to high demand amongst enthusiasts, students, and collectors. Film manufacturers have even started reissuing long discontinued stocks—for example, Kodak’s much-loved and recently re-released classic Ektachrome slide film. In our modern world, billions of people have access to instantaneous photography on their mobile phones, but as a result there has been a resurgent desire for a more tactile, physical, unaltered, and thus honest medium. Much of which, ironically, ends up on the internet, with photography fans and influencers sharing their images across Instagram, Flickr, YouTube, and the like. More so than with digital photography, film photography requires a sense of craft, skill, patience, technical knowledge, and a trial-and-error process that results in a greater sense of accomplishment. Old School Photography is both enlightening and humorous, and attracts a new generation of fans who are eager to experiment with film cameras, make prints, and post their film photographs online.

Old School Photography

Enjoy hours of fun with man's best friend! Connect the pieces to reveal this barkingly mad Ridley's Games Dog Lovers 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle in a gloss varnish finish. The original jigsaw features 54 hand drawn dog illustrations and interesting characteristics of each breed, with the Ridley's Games logo repeated on the reverse. Once completed, the puzzle will fit perfectly into a standard 22" x 28" frame, ready to display on your wall. Packaged in a tube box with a helpful poster guide, half the size of the puzzle. Frame not included. Recommended age: 10+ years. Box dimensions: 12.1" x 4.6" x 4.6" Jigsaw dimensions: 27.5" x 21.6"

Dog Lover's 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

In this sweet and interactive bedtime read-aloud—with the rollicking rhyme of Sandra Boynton's Barnyard Dance! and the bedtime themes of Sleep Like A Tiger by Mary Logue—young readers can make skunks scamper and possums prance with each push of a durable novelty element. When you rest your head at night, nocturnal animals awake to dance and play! Push and pull the sturdy tabs to make foxes frolic and hedgehogs hustle in this sweet, interactive tale of nighttime fun. A charming and interactive bedtime read-aloud, young children will delight in moving the durable novelty elements, making the illustrations transform through their efforts. FOR FANS OF BARNYARD DANCE!: With rollicking rhyme and dancing animals, this book is perfect for anyone who loves Sandra Boynton's Barnyard Dance! BEDTIME READ-ALOUD: After celebrating what nocturnal animals do at night, the child reader helps to tuck the child protagonist into a cozy bed by pull up their covers. Perfect for a bedtime read-aloud! BONDING & LEARNING: Interactive novelty elements create opportunities for interacting with the book, and with one another, in new and sweet ways. While promoting parent-child bonding, the interactive elements also help the youngest readers learn hand-eye coordination and cause-and-effect as they see how their actions impact the illustrations. CUDDLY CREATURES: Teagan White's cutest of animals are irresistible. Perfect for: parents, gift-givers, fans of interactive books

Moonlight Prance

This beautifully illustrated 1000-piece circular Endangered World Jigsaw Puzzle from Ridley's Games features the world's most endangered species and the threats they face in their habitats. From the polar bear and the lesser known addax to the puffin and the North Atlantic garbage patch, discover over thirty animals and environments at risk from across the globe. As you piece together this stunning jigsaw, you'll learn a bit more about each animal and habitat along with the challenges they face. The unique circular format allows for easier collaboration around the table, and the 1000 pieces come in a paper bag to avoid the need for disposable plastic packaging. Once you've completed the puzzle, why not do some additional research and explore if there are ways that you can get involved? Before puzzling, peruse the handy guide poster to get you started on this wonderful puzzle that has a finished diameter of 68cm/26.8".

Endangered World 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

A collection of stories from nations and cultures across our two continents—the Sea-Ringed World, as the Aztecs called it—from the Andes all the way up to Alaska.
Fifteen thousand years before Europeans stepped foot in the Americas, people had already spread from tip to tip and coast to coast. Like all humans, these Native Americans sought to understand their place in the universe, the nature of their relationship with the divine, and the origin of the world into which their ancestors had emerged.
The answers lay in their sacred stories.

The Sea-ringed World

Plan for a visit from the Tooth Fairy with this keepsake box containing everything needed to celebrate this rite of passage. Using one of the envelopes and notepads, small hands can tuck away a tooth, write a little message to the Tooth Fairy, and slide it under the pillow. The Tooth Fairy leaves money and a note in return. Parents keep track of the teeth in the Tooth Log, with room to record the date and a short remembrance.

Tooth Fairy Box

Cozy hats, fuzzy mittens, and lavish scarvesthe Hats, Mittens, & Scarves Deck includes hip patterns for both beginners and experienced knitters. Each fully photographed project card offers step-by-step instructions as well as special techniques for taking knitting to the next level.

Hats, Mittens, And Scarves Deck

Showcasing the heartland dishes we all love made vegetarian, this cookbook provides a literal and visual feast of creative, generous cooking that's born in the traditions of the Midwest but transcends geographic boundaries. Celebrated photographer and blogger Shelly Westerhausen presents 100 wholesome, meatless recipes for everything from drinks to desserts. Thoughtfully organized by the adventures that make a weekend special—picnics, brunch, camping and more—this gloriously photographed book will inspire folks to eat well, wherever their vegetarian ventures lead them. Celebrating a fresh perspective in food, here's a new go-to that's perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking for more delicious vegetable-forward meals.

Vegetarian Heartland

We all love dipswe just hate what they do to our hips. That's why snack lovers everywhere will be drooling over the scrumptious spreads in this collection of low-calorie, low-fat party dips. Featuring healthful, guilt-free twists on all the fun, flavorful classics from dips and spreads to tapenades and salsas these festive treats are all about healthy indulgences that are heavy on rich, robust flavors. Complete with nutrition facts for each recipe, party planning advice, and do-ahead tips that make preparation a breeze, Skinny Dips makes it a snap to dip and be fit.

Skinny Dips

Inspired by Caldecott Honor book Flora and the Flamingo, this series of board books is perfect for the very youngest Flora fans. When a new feathered friend seems so different from her, Flora discovers that opposites, in fact, attract! Featuring fold-out pages and Molly Idle's graceful artwork, this adorable book of opposites will delight young children as they master new words and concepts

Flora And The Ostrich

This maze book is a thrilling hands-on fantasy adventure. In this unique hybrid of text-and maze-based storytelling, readers are immersed in a quest. They must capture the missing pieces of a famous sword by solving mazes, collecting gems, keys, and more—while also dodging mysterious monks, escaping hoards of giant bees and foul creatures, and exploring epic landscapes. Irresistibly analog, Maze Quest provides hours of screen-free fun.

Maze Quest

Lupe Impala, El Chavo Flapjack, and Elirio Malaria love working with cars. You name it, they can fix it. But the team's favorite cars of all are lowriders—cars that hip and hop, dip and drop, go low and slow, bajito y suavecito. The stars align when a contest for the best car around offers a prize of a trunkful of cash—just what the team needs to open their own shop! ¡Ay chihuahua! What will it take to transform a junker into the best car in the universe? Striking, unparalleled art from debut illustrator Raul the Third recalls ballpoint-pen-and-Sharpie desk-drawn doodles, while the story is sketched with Spanish, inked with science facts, and colored with true friendship. With a glossary at the back to provide definitions for Spanish and science terms, this delightful book will educate and entertain in equal measure.