The popular designer behind Hatched and Patched shares 16 projects featuring her favorite fabrics and techniques—all with her signature charming aesthetic.Welcome to the whimsical world of designer Anni Downs. Whether you love applique, patchwork, punch needle, or hand stitchery, you'll find the perfect project in this diverse array of quilts, sewing accessories, bags, and home accents. Each of the 16 light-hearted designs reflects Anni's favorite things—relaxing at...

Where is the fun in life? How do we find it? What does it look like? With her signature hope and humor, New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs invites you to join her for 100 ways to chase the fun available to you, and experience God's goodness along the way.Does it seem like fun is something you had when you were a kid, and you just don't have time for it now? You're not alone! Most of us barely have time for al...

The best thing about you is YOU!No matter what you're good at, what you look like, or what you hope to do someday . . . whether you like to read or run or paint or play . . . the best thing about you is that you are uniquely YOU!Help your children learn early (and often) that being exactly who they are is the greatest gift! Join New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs and "Little Annie" as they celebrate every kid's fun, fabulous, and uniq...

I know God is loving; I know He is good; I believe He is big and powerful. But sometimes I wonder if He is really kind— really deeply always kind. Is He? Christians love to talk about how God is in control, but that’s harder to grasp when things aren’t going like you thought it would, when your life looks quite different than you imagined. For centuries, God’s people have been building altars to Him—to remind themselves and the people around them of His work. His goodness. His kindness. St...

You were always meant to be brave. Whether you're coping with loss, making a major decision, or facing a fear, 100 Days to Brave will give you courage and confidence to move forward. With honesty and relatable humor, New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs invites you to embrace the path and plan God has for you.Stop allowing your fears to hold you back. Face them head on with 100 Days to Brave as your devotional guide to...

Pairing the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and Acts with engaging prompts, this Gospels-only NLT Bible allows readers to experience Jesus's transformative words in a new way—from the New York Times bestselling author of Don't Let That Hold You BackIt’s no surprise that the world feels increasingly tumultuous—one only has to open social media or scroll the headlines to feel a sense of dread. In response to this heaviness, many are finding hope...

Through funny stories, Scripture, and a Speak Love Revolution challenge that could help you change the lives of every person you see, tweet, or message for the better, bestselling author Annie F. Downs explores the difference you can make when you speak love to others, to God, and to yourself.This expanded version of Speak Love:Includes 12 chapters that highlight a relatable topic, a Scripture verse, thoughts from the author, a prayer, jo...

Find beauty. Find hope. Find your life of lovely. Annie F. Downs wants you to take each next step of life with excitement, heading forward with beauty and confidence. ?But what if the enemy is whispering lies that ?you are not smart enough, pretty enough, or rich enough? Or that ?you are too loud, too quiet, too thin, too fat, too much? What if you feel you don’t have what it takes to be who you really want to be? Personal yet powerful, A Life of Lovely offers young women honest stories, b...

**NATIONAL BESTSELLER • In this powerfully inspirational book, New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and beloved speaker Annie F. Downs challenges you to step into your new life by finally doing the thing you can’t stop thinking about.“Wise, tender, and unafraid of the hard parts, Annie hands you a little courage, a lot of truth, and a loud, ‘Go get it!’”—Kate Bowler, bestselling author of Joyful, Anyway, Duke professor, and host of the Everything H...

We know there are certain things we must have to survive—food, shelter, and safety to name a few. But there are also aspects of life that truly allow us to be joyful and fulfilled. For popular podcaster and bestselling author Annie F. Downs, fun is close to the top of that list. Few would argue that having fun doesn't enrich our lives, but so much gets in the way of prioritizing it. Tough days, busyness, and feelings that are hard to talk about keep us from the fun that's out there waiting...

STOP wishing your body was something it’s not.START embracing every part of you just as it was designed.Your body is a sacred treasure, a worshipful instrument, and a unique masterpiece!That’s a pretty big deal.But sometimes it feels confusing, awkward, and flawed.The truth is: You and your body, all of it, are important and beautiful, designed especially by God with a specific plan and purpose....

**NATIONAL BESTSELLER • In this powerfully inspirational book, New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and beloved speaker Annie F. Downs challenges you to step into your new life by finally doing the thing you can’t stop thinking about.“Wise, tender, and unafraid of the hard parts, Annie hands you a little courage, a lot of truth, and a loud, ‘Go get it!’”—Kate Bowler, bestselling author of Joyful, Anyway, Duke professor, and host of the Everything H...