Stitch your way to a kinder world with this delightful collection of heartfelt designs from a leading cross stitch designer.Whether it's a declaration to a soulmate, gratitude for a true friendship or compassion for the whole of humanity, these twenty all-new designs from cross stitch artist Emma Congdon celebrate love in all its forms. And with Emma's full color and symbol charts, it's easy to join the celebration!Beginners will find a helpful guide to the...

"The remarkable women celebrated in [this] vibrantly illustrated collection . . . offer stirring words of encouragement to any woman, of any age" ( Booklist).The glory of growing older is the freedom to be more truly ourselves. With age we gain the confidence to pursue bold new endeavors and worry less about what other people think. In this richly illustrated volume, bestselling author and artist Lisa Congdon explores the power of women over the age of for...

Wise words from great minds: "Revisit this colorful read whenever you need a pick-me-up—or a push—to get out there and make the most of your day." — Real SimpleA quote book like no other, this thought-provoking collection compiles the timeless wisdom of great original minds— from Marie Curie to Stephen King, Joan of Arc to Jack Kerouac, Oscar Wilde to Harriet Tubman—brilliantly hand-lettered by beloved indie artist Lisa Congdon. You'll find enlightening in...

During the 1920s—the Golden Age of sports—sports writers gained their own recognition while covering such athletes as Babe Ruth, Bobby Jones, Jack Dempsey, and Red Grange. The top journalists of the era were the primary means by which fans learned about their favorite teams and athletes, and their popularity and importance in the sports world continued for decades.Legendary Sports Writers of the Golden Age: Grantland Rice, Red Smith, Shirley Povich, and W. C. Heinz details the live...

This luminous and open-hearted anthology of poems from the LGBTQIA+ community proves that there is nothing more universal than love.Edited by James Crews with his husband, Brad Peacock, and illustrated by Lisa Congdon, these compassionate poems of connection and affirmation are a celebration of all kinds of love—romantic love, family love, friendship, self-love, and love for nature. The poems are gathered from a diverse group of contemporary writers, both part of a...

A quote book like no other, this thought-provoking collection compiles the timeless wisdom of great original minds— from Marie Curie to Stephen King, Joan of Arc to Jack Kerouac, Oscar Wilde to Harriet Tubman—brilliantly hand-lettered by beloved indie artist Lisa Congdon. Readers will find enlightening insights ("Wisdom begins in wonder"— Socrates), stirring calls to action ("Leap and the net will appear"—John Burroughs), and stimulating encouragements ("Be curious, not judgmental"—Walt Wh...

Celebrate the majesty of Planet Earth with twenty nature-themed designs featuring proverbs, quotes, rhymes, sentiments, motivations, and reminders.Whether it's a plea to save the bees, clean up the oceans, appreciate nature, or unplug from technology, this celebration of the green movement in thread will remind us of the need to come together to build a brighter future, one stitch at a time.This collection features twenty exclusive designs, each with an eas...

The first constructive theology of polyamory—and an invitation to embrace an unnatural, unrepressed Christianity.Christianity and monogamy have been a match made in heaven, at least according to official church leaders. Theologians like Tertullian and Augustine argued for the normativity of monogamous marriage—a tradition that has remained firmly in place for centuries.But monogamy is not just a religious idea. Many have even argued that monogamy is hardwir...

Karl Barth was an eminently conversational theologian, and with the Internet revolution, we live today in an eminently conversational age. Being the proceedings of the 2010 Karl Barth Blog Conference, Karl Barth in Conversation brings these two factors together in order to advance the dialogue about Barth's theology and extend the online conversation to new audiences. With conversation partners ranging from Wesley to Žižek, from Schleiermacher to Jenson, from Hauerwas to the Coen brothers,...

Ho ho ho, Merry Stitchmas! Get ready to deck the halls with a Stitchrovia Christmas extravaganza and give your holiday crafting the fun and color it deserves!This is a far cry from your grandma's Christmas cross-stitch book. Cooler than the North Pole and fresher than Frosty the Snowman in an ice bar, Emma Congdon brings you 24 bright, joyful, and contemporary festive patterns in her signature style, to stitch and enjoy for years to come.Inside this...

This book provides all the advice you need for taking the world by storm, from the inimitable Lisa Congdon.In this illustrated guide to life—perfect for graduates and other seekers—acclaimed artist and educator Lisa Congdon offers up wisdom and insights for living. Each inspirational quote, lesson, and piece of advice is brought to life by Congdon's signature illustration style, making the book a beautiful gift or keepsake. Whether you're starting a new chapter of ...

Craft your own comfort with these uplifting cross stitch projects featuring spirit-boosting quotes.Cross Stitch for the Soul is a collection of beautifully designed motivational and inspirational quotes rendered in easy cross-stitching techniques that will raise the spirits, both during the making process and beyond, as gifts for loved ones or as treasured pictures on the wall.Cross stitch is a wonderfully calming and mindful occupation, a chance to ...