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The essential guide to fashion’s favourite print. Since Christian Dior first brought leopard print to the catwalk in 1947, it has earned a cult following. Popularised by everyone from 1940s screen sirens to pop goddesses and Instagram stars, the print has undergone numerous incarnations in the fashion world and has earned a reputation for being daring, bold and rebellious. This unique and fun illustrated gift book celebrates all things leopard, from fashion to food and everything in between.Full of gorgeous yet fierce, colourful illustrations throughout, I Love Leopard includes everything you could ever want to know about this iconic pattern, all in a covetable, leopard-print package! CONTENTS: Introduction: a brief history of leopard print • Leopard Fashion: from punk to the catwalk and everything in between • Leopard Eats: leopard print cakes, cookies & breads • Leopard Philosophy: quotes, tips & inspiration • Leopard Fun: fun facts about leopards/leopard print

Plant Ladies are the new (cooler) cat ladies. Less disappointing than a boyfriend, less demanding than a cat, plants are the perfect partners for anyone who is trying to balance work, money, commitments and a desire to live surrounded by beauty. Plants make you feel good (#science) and looking after your green frondy friends brings joy into your life.Plant Lady will matchmake you with the perfect plants for your lifestyle and teach you not only how to keep them alive but how to get them to love you back. With the help of this book you can add some low-cost, high-pleasure greenness into your life and embrace your inner plant lady.

Plant Ladies are the new (cooler) cat ladies. Less disappointing than a boyfriend, less demanding than a cat, plants are the perfect partners for anyone who is trying to balance work, money, commitments and a desire to live surrounded by beauty. Plants make you feel good (#science) and looking after your green frondy friends brings joy into your life.Plant Lady will matchmake you with the perfect plants for your lifestyle and teach you not only how to keep them alive but how to get them to love you back. With the help of this book you can add some low-cost, high-pleasure greenness into your life and embrace your inner plant lady.

Walk your way to less stress, better sleep and a happier outlook on lifeEvery day, the average person takes 6,000 steps, covering up to 5 kilometres. But how many of those steps are we truly aware of?The way we walk – physically and mentally – can have a profound impact on every aspect of our lives. From mood and sleep to stress and creativity, the act of walking holds untapped potential for our health and wellbeing. So what happens when we begin to walk with intention?We’re often bombarded with conflicting advice: how long to walk, how many steps to hit, what pace to keep. The Art of Walking sidesteps cookie-cutter advice and instead offers something more personal, lasting and transformative. Blending scientific research with lived experience, the author shares practical tools, strategies and goals for making every step count.Inside, you’ll uncover: Simple practices to bring calm and clarity to your daily stepsScientific insights into how walking affects your brain and moodMindful strategies to reduce anxiety and boost creativityBeautiful illustrations to inspire presence and reflectionWays to connect more deeply with your environment, body and thoughtsIn a world that rushes us forward, this book invites you to pause, breathe and feel the ground beneath your feet. It's not just about moving – it’s about becoming deeply, joyfully present with every step.Through small, achievable adjustments – to your focus, your rhythm, your environment – The Art of Walking helps you gently reframe a daily habit into a powerful ritual.

Walk your way to less stress, better sleep and a happier outlook on lifeEvery day, the average person takes 6,000 steps, covering up to 5 kilometres. But how many of those steps are we truly aware of?The way we walk – physically and mentally – can have a profound impact on every aspect of our lives. From mood and sleep to stress and creativity, the act of walking holds untapped potential for our health and wellbeing. So what happens when we begin to walk with intention?We’re often bombarded with conflicting advice: how long to walk, how many steps to hit, what pace to keep. The Art of Walking sidesteps cookie-cutter advice and instead offers something more personal, lasting and transformative. Blending scientific research with lived experience, the author shares practical tools, strategies and goals for making every step count.Inside, you’ll uncover: Simple practices to bring calm and clarity to your daily stepsScientific insights into how walking affects your brain and moodMindful strategies to reduce anxiety and boost creativityBeautiful illustrations to inspire presence and reflectionWays to connect more deeply with your environment, body and thoughtsIn a world that rushes us forward, this book invites you to pause, breathe and feel the ground beneath your feet. It's not just about moving – it’s about becoming deeply, joyfully present with every step.Through small, achievable adjustments – to your focus, your rhythm, your environment – The Art of Walking helps you gently reframe a daily habit into a powerful ritual.

Packed with 365 writing prompts, this journal is designed to bring gratitude into every day of your year.Start a new ritual—or continue one—with this bright journal filled with positive prompts to help you to feel grateful, and to create a space to practice mindfulness and reflection. Recent studies have shown that engaging in the habit of gratitude journaling has benefits on both physical and mental health, improving sleep, mood and immunity. A Year of Gratitude takes a small amount of time each day to consider prompts such as: Name 3 things that you’re grateful for about your home or living environmentWrite a thank you letter to someone who has recently made you feel happy or good about yourselfWhat is your favorite time of the year and why?Including a cheerful Introduction and a Glossary of frequently used terms, this journal will be your go-to supportive tool for living a grateful life.

A beautifully designed guide to using walking as a transformative practice for mindfulness, health, and creativity. Blending science, philosophy, and practical tips, The Art of Walking shows how this simple act can profoundly enhance your well-being and connection to the world around you. From mindful strolls to invigorating hikes, the book explores how walking helps us connect with our surroundings, foster creativity, and build resilience in an increasingly fast-paced world.      Filled with charming illustrations and diagrams, and inspiring anecdotes, The Art of Walking is as much a pleasure to read as it is to use.  It also includes a 30-day walking challenge and prompts to help readers track their progress and deepen their practice.       Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, reconnect with nature, or simply move more, The Art of Walking provides the guidance and inspiration to take that first step toward a healthier, more mindful life.

Develop regular creative writing practice with this interactive journal, full of simple, witty and playful ideas every writer will enjoy.They say that everyone has a book in them, but who has the time to sit down and find it? This journal, filled with creative writing prompts for every day of the year, is a great way to get started. Create a superhero’s ‘to-do’ list.Write an ode to a chair.What would you most like to find in an attic?If dogs could talk, what would they say?What secrets have you never told?

Develop a mindful practice with this interactive journal, full of simple and inspirational ideas for every dayWriting things down is more than a mental release, it is a way of living consciously and mindfully in the present. This journal provides daily prompts to help you acknowledge your thoughts and feelings, and to write them down as a therapeutic tool. What will you let go of today?Where is your happy place?List five things that have made you smile.What is the greatest gift you could receive?When did you last experience pure joy?What are you waiting for?