The Gentle Art of Domesticity

Format:	Paperback 256 pages

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Synopsis

Jane Brocket delights in domesticity. Lively, curious and creative, she takes inspiration from her surroundings, from art, literature and nature and, through the gentle arts of knitting, baking and sewing, enhances her family life. From angora cushions to gingerbread houses, from crochet blankets to geometric quilts, she injects her home with colour, beauty and fun. The result is a gorgeous, unusual and inspirational book, full of wit, whimsy and stunning photographs. Jane's fresh and thoughtful take on life will make you look at the world with new eyes. Whether you want to emulate her hand-knitted socks and colourful cupcakes or simply share her pleasure in life's small details, you will delight in the glorious synthesis of craft, style and intellectual pleasures. THE GENTLE ART OF DOMESTICITY is a heavenly feast, celebrating everything that is wonderful about life.

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Published
19/02/2009

Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton Ltd

ISBN
9780340952320

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'A gorgeous visual feast of domestic perfection, packed with ideas for creating your own idyll' -- Eve 'This lovely book is sure to appeal to the domestic goddess in everyone' -- Prima 'She brings big ideas to homemaking and makes sure her tips and suggestions are easy to do, easy to adapt and sure to set off a chain of further ideas' -- Easy Living 'The book, which is packed with jewel-bright pictures of her work, from shimmering iced cupcakes to knitted carrot-coloured tea cosies, is an eccentric delight' -- Evening Standard Home & Garden Magazine - Book of the Week 'Beautifully illustrated, it's fun stuff' -- Scotland on Sunday