This book gives you everything you need to design and create your very own Zen Garden. It covers both indoor and outdoor Zen Gardens, traditional and modern plantings, topiaries, as well explaining the historical influences of Feng Shui, Chi, and Buddhist influences on the Zen Garden.Filled with information about the use of rocks, sand, water, plants and colour this book also includes information about landscaping principles and listings for modern plantings. The plants to use for ...

This concise guide will show you how you can create your own living masterpiece. Topiary is the art of creating living scuptures from plants. This book will show you the techniques and methods for making topiary, both indoor and outdoor.

If you like spicy food with a bite, you can turn up the heat by growing your own hot chilli peppers. An essential ingredient for may dishes chillies come in a range of shapes and sizes but all will grow in containers. So even if living space is small, these fiery fruits are a must for the home gardener. Peppers hardy plants and easy to grow even for a novice. Not all peppers are hot, so if you prefer a mild flavour you can still benefit from this book. Some peppers have more vitamin C than...

"Our homes are mirrors of ourselves. Through them we can interface with the universe."Everything in the universe is composed of constantly changing energy, including your home and its contents. This energy can profoundly influence your ability to be healthy, loving, creative and abundant. By clearing and enhancing this energy you can transform your home into a sanctuary which radiates positive energy in ever-expanding circles.In this fascinating and unusual book, Denise Linn ...

In Space Clearing A–Z, Denise Linn, the internationally acclaimed author of Sacred Space, reveals ancient secrets for cleansing and balancing the energy in your home.These sacred traditions are gaining tremendous momentum right now for a very simple reason—they work!

How to maximize chi—inside and outside the home.This illustrated guide to the ancient Chinese art strips feng shui down to the basics, focusing solely on those aspects that deal with the interior and exterior of one’s home. Author Stephanie Roberts shows readers how to evaluate and change aspects of their space to maximize the flow of positive energy, and how to arrange each room to achieve better balance in their lives and increase their prospects for hea...

MEDITATION—FOR KIDS! The “father of mindfulness” presents a hands-on, creative method of meditation perfect for children experiencing stress and difficult emotions (TIME).Features cute illustrations, plus useful tips on how to start a ‘pebble meditation’ practice at home or in the classroom.Developed by Thich Nhat Hanh as part of the Plum Village community’s practice with children, pebble meditation is a playful, fun activity that ...

Living in a garage, so poor she could barely feed her dog, and rapidly hitting bottom, author Barb Rogers was desperate to just try anything. She combated and overcame her situation by prayer, choosing to be happy, and improving the flow of chi in her life. And the results were nothing short of dramatic. In these three books, part of the Just Try This series, Rogers shares the simple methods that helped her triumph over incredible adversity. These books are down-to-earth and easy to use. R...

What are the benefits of jewelry making Jewelry making is a lovely way to pass the time, and it is also a good choice when you want to foster a sense of creativity within yourself. People have worn jewelry since ancient time for the sake of beauty, religion, status and more, and as you make your own pieces, it is very easy for you to imbue them with your own personal meaning. Jewelry making allows to make rings, bracelets, necklaces and pendants that all have their own meaning for you!

Step into your inner world and connect with your essence as you create unique mandalas with various mediums and techniques. Discover how this ancient ritual can heal and transform your life. Find out why this introspective tool is used in a variety of contexts. The Mandala Way contains an illustrated, step-by-step method of making expressive and personalized art works. Suitable for everyone, this art form has excellent educational benefits.Learn a visual languageDevelop atten...

Explore the ancient teachings of the mandala through the process of Zentangle. Mandalas connect the spirit, offering symbols found in nature while helping to discover the inner self and acquire a sense of wonder. Create beautiful drawings that reflect your vision, and discover the infinite possibilities that spring from peace and creativity.

The first edition, released in 1995, was lauded by seasoned practitioners and beginners alike. And no wonder. While most of the early English-language books on feng shui were dauntingly mystical or relied on complex calculations or culturally specific design practices, Feng Shui Made Easy took a more holistic approach, clearly explaining the fundamentals while guiding readers on an inner journey of understanding.Thoughtfully written and beautifully illustrated, the book is...