The Book of Mini


Book Description

Embrace the not-so-small world of minis! From teeny burgers and minuscule handbags to furniture no larger than a quarter, this mind-blowing collection of squeal-worthy miniatures features more than 250 of the tiniest creations from all over the world. Kate Ünver, a lifelong collector of nearly 1,000 items, has curated unique and extraordinary miniatures on her Instagram account, @dailymini, since 2012. In The Book of Mini, she selects hundreds of pieces of artwork--many of which have never been seen before--and organizes them into sections on tiny food, diminutive wildlife, petite pottery, and more. Also included are interviews with collectors and artists exploring their methods, influences, and how they came to adore everything mini. Featuring hundreds of photographs, The Book of Mini is a must-have book for the tiny lover in your life.




The Story of Mini


Book Description

The Story of Mini is a pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated celebration of the iconic car. For more than 60 years, the Mini has been one of the most beloved and instantly recognisable cars on the road. From its humble beginnings with the British Motor Corporation in 1959, to the modern BMW-backed models of today, The Story of Mini tells the story of the car and the unique culture that has built up around it. Exploring the evolution of Mini design from the original two-door model – the most popular British car of all time – through to the diverse range of Minis available today, this book is an exceptionally designed tribute to the marque, and the people who helped create it. Touching on the Mini's impact on pop culture, as well as the racing heritage cultivated by the legendary John Cooper, and filled with stunning imagery and insightful commentary, The Story of Mini charts the history of this beloved brand in a small but perfectly formed package.




Little Book of Mini


Book Description

Whether it's about the classic, original Mini or the new generation MINI from BMW, this is the story of an extraordinary motoring icon - a car that was conceived as the answer to a crisis but became one of the best known, best loved and biggest selling small cars in motoring history. It is the story of a car that was designed for the masses but became a must-have fashion statement for the rich and famous. The Little Book of Mini is an inspirational story of a car that has been reinvented for a new millennium, and for such a small car, it is one of the greatest motoring stories of them all.




The Little Book of Buddha


Book Description

This palm-size guide to the basic history, tenets, and meditation practices of Buddhism is a perfect way to find some inner peace in today's stressful world, with meditation tips and insight into the value of quiet reflection.




The Little Book of Living Small


Book Description

A comprehensive guide to small-space secrets and real-life solutions for living in 1,200 square feet or less. The Little Book of Living Small shows readers how to make the most of limited square footage—with grace and style—and serves as the cheerleader readers need to help themselves feel satisfied and proud of their choice to live with less. In addition to exploring both the motivation behind choosing to live in a small space, as well as the practical, everyday advice for managing a tight footprint, The Little Book of Living Small also includes case studies: 12 style-savvy, small-space dwellers open their doors and share their design secrets. Author Laura Fenton covers a range of homes including studio apartments, one- and two-bedroom houses, a tiny house, a co-living space, and even whole houses. Stylistically these homes range from urban, rural, minimalist, and country, with the unifying thread that they are all real homes of less than 1,200 square feet that offer clever solutions that readers can use in their own homes. Laura Fenton is the lifestyle director at Parents magazine. With more than fifteen years of experience, her work has appeared in major publications including Better Homes & Gardens, Country Living, Good Housekeeping, and on leading home websites including Remodelista.com, HGTV.com, ElleDecor.com, HouseBeautiful.com, Refinery29, and elsewhere. Through her writing she has explored the topic of living small for more than a decade. She lives small with her husband, a photographer, and their son in Jackson Heights, Queens, in New York.




The Little Book of Dens


Book Description

Children love to make dens. Adults encourage children to make dens because it supports imagination and many aspects of early learning. This new addition to the Little Books series contains 19 ideas for budget friendly themed dens. Included within each themed idea are suggestions for making and decorating your den, dressing-up and props, games and activities, links to the EYFS early learning goals and links to useful books, websites. There are over 80 titles in our 'Little Books' series - why not join our Little Book Club and discover the rest?




Miniature Scrapbooks


Book Description

Crafters looking for time-saving and economical ways to use their supplies and talents will welcome this guide to the newest scrapbooking trend: creating charming miniature scrapbooks. It features award-winning designers showcasing their own fabulous work, sharing their favorite techniques, revealing the inspiration behind each idea, and providing instructions. They even offer hints on how to personalize each appealing project, including ones dedicated to family events, like picnics and birthday parties; a gratitude journal; and an " I Love You Because" mini-book. An introductory section covers techniques and supplies; making a template; constructing small books from scratch; ideas for bindings; and folding techniques.




The Little Book of 1950s


Book Description

The Little Book of the 1950s is a fast-paced and entertaining account of life in Britain during an extraordinary decade, as we moved from post-war austerity to the swinging sixties. There are dramas, tragedies, scandals, and characters galore, all packaged in an easily readable "dip-in" format. We can see how major national and international events impacted on the population at home, the progress made by technology, and the fads and fancies of fashion and novelty. We also see how different the world of the 1950s was to the one that we inhabit, though some things, like Cliff Richard, never change from one millennium to the next. Even those who lived through the decade (and are therefore experts on the subject) should find plenty to remind, surprise, amuse, and inform them on these pages.




The Little Book of Free and Found


Book Description

The Little Book of Free and Found Resources gives practitioners the confidence to get out there and source unique, free resources to enrich the curriculum they offer their children. Guidance is provided on choosing resources, risk assessing their use, and then encouraging children's creative use of the objects in their free and found collection. The focus is very much on outdoor play.




The Little Book of Lunch


Book Description

New to making your lunch at home? Staring into your fridge in despair? The Little Book of Lunch is for you! Filled with delicious and simple recipes, The Little Book of Lunch has clever approaches to classics making them easy for working from home, meals that taste delicious at room temperature, quickly assembled dishes for when you barely have five minutes and recipes for when the cupboards are bare. It includes: -Wholesome and healthy salads like tabouleh -Indulgent and decadent dining like grilled halloumi, vegetable and avocado couscous -Sandwiches for when you are chained to your desk like guacamole and tomato salsa on rye -Store-cupboard snacks like spicy lentil and coconut soup -Sweet treats to brighten up the day like salted caramel brownies ‘Packed full of food you can really get excited by, it's a much-needed rallying call to reclaim the lunch hour!’ Felicity Cloake