{"title":"Brooke Styles","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrooke Styles offers a thoughtful exploration of creativity and craftsmanship rooted in the rhythms of everyday life. Her writing gently inspires readers to embrace hands-on projects that nurture both home and spirit, perfect for those seeking a mindful approach to making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on practical creativity, her books celebrate the joy found in simple, seasonal activities. Ideal for enthusiasts of home and garden, Brooke Styles invites readers to cultivate beauty and meaning through thoughtful, purposeful crafting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-year-of-making-by-brooke-styles-9781761452369","title":"A Year of Making","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Year of Making\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e is a craft and DIY decorating book featuring 40 seasonal projects to bring modern cottage charm into your home.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrooke Styles – popular Queensland-based DIYer and self-confessed homemaker – draws inspiration from Beatrix Potter with a fresh, contemporary twist. In her debut book, she helps readers build a ‘DIY treasure chest’, covering the basics of upcycling and making before guiding you through a year of creative projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganised by season, the book offers everything from quick crafts to larger-scale DIYs, including a beaded beach bag for summer, a pear-shaped beanbag for autumn, her much-loved café dining nook for winter, and a greenhouse for spring. With projects ranging from beginner-friendly to more challenging, each chapter includes big statement pieces, smaller DIYs, and textile projects – ensuring something for every maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePassionate about reviving heritage crafts and reimagining them for modern homes, Brooke makes creating feel accessible, rewarding, and most importantly – fun. With\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Year of Making\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, you’ll discover 40 projects that celebrate the seasons through décor and fashion accessories, helping you embrace modern cottage living in your own unique way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47974264078572,"sku":"9781761452369","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781761452369-a-year-of-making.jpg?v=1784598908"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/brooke-styles.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}