The Best Listens for
Do-It-Yourselfers

Are you ready to see your fixer-upper? These famous words are now synonymous with the dynamic husband-and-wife team Chip and Joanna Gaines, stars of HGTV's Fixer Upper. As this question fills the airwaves with anticipation, their legions of fans continue to multiply and ask a different series of questions, like: Who are these people? What's the secret to their success? And is Chip actually that funny in real life?

How did a couple of quirky siblings from suburban Pittsburgh end up as the king and queen of eclectic-design chic with their own HGTV show? They never let fear get in the way of a great idea. Leanne and Steve Ford share their secrets for how to turn dreams into reality.They share the details of their journey, including the beliefs that have inspired them and the experiences that have challenged them along the way.

Like many people, Beth Terry didn't think an individual could have much impact on the environment. But while laid up after surgery, she read an article about the staggering amount of plastic polluting the oceans and decided then and there to kick her plastic habit. Now she wants to teach you how you can too.

With this groundbreaking audiobook, lifelong industry expert Jim Molinelli helps every homeowner master their own remodeling process. From the proper mindset, through preparing a Project Packet, identifying the right design, and remodeling professionals to use, and then how to interview and negotiate with the perfect remodeler for your project - listeners will learn it all.

For the first time, Nicole Curtis, the star of the megahit HGTV and DIY Network show Rehab Addict, reveals her private struggles, her personal victories, and the inspiring lessons we can all learn from them. Nicole Curtis is the tough, soulful, charismatic dynamo who, for the past 20 years, has worked tirelessly to restore historical houses, often revitalizing neighborhoods in the process.

From the home organizers who made their orderly eye candy the method that everyone swears by comes Joanna and Clea’s signature approach to decluttering. The Home Edit walks you through paring down your belongings in every room, arranging them in a stunning and easy-to-find way (hello, labels!), and maintaining the system, so you don't need another do-over in six months. When you're done, you'll not only know exactly where to find things, but you'll also love the way it looks. 

Living in a no-waste home is far easier than most people think and it doesn't just help the planet, it can also save you heaps of money! This audiobook is designed to show you and your family how to create less waste and save money. It is laid out in an easy-to-follow format, so you can get the information you want quickly and get into action! I have laid out 101 simple tips and tricks that can make a big difference to the environment and your wallet!

Do you want to live a more sustainable life? Are you concerned about all the waste in your home and your life? Do you want to live a sustainable life, independent of ‘‘the grid’’? If you answered yes to these questions, then this is the guide you’ve been waiting for. This book is aimed at helping you make small incremental changes to your lifestyle and your home that will make a big difference in reducing waste and enjoying a sustainable lifestyle.  

We all know how important it is to reduce our environmental footprint, but it can be daunting to know where to begin. Enter Kathryn Kellogg, who can fit all her trash from the past two years into a 16-ounce mason jar. How? She starts by saying "no" to straws and grocery bags, and "yes" to a reusable water bottle and compostable dish scrubbers.

The items that are involved in this process are most times in the house or around the yard and do not require much alterations of their physical structures. These can be used as something else than what they were designed for instead of throwing them out and filling up landfills.

How do the French create the elusive and alluring sanctuaries they call home? This question long intrigued Danielle Postel-Vinay. Thanks to a chance encounter with a French expat in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and years of immersive research, she embarked on a quest to discover the secrets of the French home aesthetic. Experiencing first-hand la belle vie - the beautiful life - Postel-Vinay now shows everyone how to create their own French sanctuary, a home sweet maison, no matter where they live.

Are you ready to start living a comfortable and happy life? Want to know how to transform your home into a refreshing paradise? Whether you want to (1) enjoy the incredible comforts of a modern home, (2) make yours the place everyone loves to visit, or (3) have a delightful safe haven of your own, this audiobook will teach you everything you need to know to start living like a king or queen in your own home.

Are you the sort of person who hates throwing anything away that might still have a use? Do you enjoy bargain hunting and crocheting? Then this guide is definitely for you!

Believe it or not, I can teach the exact principles I use on a daily basis to master crotchet. I've been practicing crochet for over five years, and the strategies you will learn in this book can change your life forever. Take my hand and let me bring you along on this amazing crocheting adventure!

Discover crochet and learn it in just one day with this easy-to-use guide. This is a proven, step-by-step method to learning the craft of crochet.

Many people feel like they know everything there is about coffee because they have a cup on their way to work every day. But did you know there’s a lot more behind every sip than just a pick-me-up for your daily commute? Roasting, Brewing, and More offers a thorough exploration into the incredible, amazing, and sometimes controversial world of coffee. This handy book includes the keys to identifying the right grind for every style of coffee, recognizing and discovering favorite roasts, learning new brewing techniques, and much more.

Beer is the first alcoholic beverage known to human civilization. It is a drink that has perhaps played an important role in the evolution of mankind. In fact, many believe that beer is the reason why humans started to grow barley around 9000 BC. In short, humans started to make beer long before they started to make bread for food! This book How to Brew Your Own Beer offers you a comprehensive guide you can follow to brew your very first batch of beer right at home!

Best-selling author Jeff Alworth takes serious beer aficionados on a behind-the-scenes tour of 26 major European and North American breweries that create some of the world's most classic beers. Learn how the Irish make stout, the secrets of traditional Czech pilsner, and what makes English cask ale unique by delving deep into the specific techniques, equipment, and geographical factors that shape these distinctive styles.

Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family's food on just a quarter acre - and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require.

Grow your own food, save money, gain self-sufficiency, and live larger with frugal living! Lead a more sustainable and healthier life with this back-to-basics guide on homesteading. Homesteading is an earth-based lifestyle of self-sufficiency. It's about reconnecting with nature and getting back in touch with your authentic self, all whilst making eco-friendly and economically-wise lifestyle choices. Independent and frugal living is the future to living a truly fulfilling life!

Featuring profiles of 18 homesteaders and farmers who share stories of their own journeys toward a healthier, freer, more fulfilling lifestyle, this audiobook provides actionable ideas that you can use to achieve your dream of self-sufficiency. From how others got out of debt, to what to consider before buying land, to the steps to take when setting up a sustainable homestead or farmstead business, this book details the strategies that will save money, generate income, and put you on the path to self-sufficiency.

Enhance your home and yard with beautiful perennial plants and flowers that come back year after year! Whether you want to have beautiful plants that are easy to maintain, grow delicious vegetables and beautiful flowers, or create your own plant paradise inside and outside of your home, this audiobook will guide you through everything you need to know.