Download or read book Island Whimsy written by Celerie Kemble and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2021-04-13 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A house by the sea should be a house of dreams. Where windows and doors are thrown open to the ocean, and gusts of cool, salty air turn us all into kids again--buoyant and joyful. Spending childhood days on the beach and in the magical, romantic chaos of her family's rambling house internationally renowned interior designer Celerie Kemble has a deep-rooted connection to the sun and surf. However, in the summer of 2004, Kemble laid eyes on a wild swath of jungle in the Dominican Republic next to minty-blue water and an endless stretch of golden sand, she fell madly in love. Over many years, she designed a home away from home there, an island retreat--a clubhouse and a grouping of family homes and guesthouses--suffused with light and air, full of indoor and outdoor rooms for relaxation. In her latest book, Island Whimsy, Kemble recounts the deeply personal and creative journey of designing Playa Grande and bringing this labor of love to life. The chapters of this book are organized around the different ways Kemble sought to braid her family's story into the larger landscape of Playa Grande and to provide inspiration, joy, and respite to all who come. "Fantasy" looks at the way she used whimsical, dreamlike elements--from the latticework cabanas by the pool to the lamb statues on the property who "mow" the lawns--throughout the property to create a sense of play and possibility. "Light, Salt, Air" describes how she went about bringing the most precious elements of the beach into the homes themselves, creating a feeling of flow and permeability, and reminding visitors constantly of where they are. "In the Jungle" looks at the design cues she took from the flora and fauna of the tropical rainforest surrounding Playa Grande to create an alluring tension between chaos and refinement. "Sweet & Dark" examines the surprising color combinations that tango into life in the tropics--whether in the form of tribal prints in hot Gauguin colors mixed with Jordan-almond pastels or handmade objects like a papier-mâché lobster mask that brings a shout of spirit to a room. Finally, "Texture" focuses on the powerful impact that thoughtfully layered materials--from rough, local coquina stone and painted antique wicker to the smooth polished cotton of Dutch wax prints--have on a space. Throughout this lovingly crafted book, ideas abound for anyone decorating a sunny home or fantasizing about spending time in one. Kemble shares inspiration for creating a sense of openness to the sea, sand, and sky; offering places to wash sandy feet or perfect viewing spots for a sunset-saturated drink; and infusing spaces with invitation, welcome, and magic.

Download or read book Whimsy written by Shannon McLeod and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-23 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Years after an accident that kills her college roommate and leaves her disfigured, Whimsy is still struggling to live with a face that betrays the traumas of her past.Whimsy is a 7th grade teacher in Metro Detroit; her insecurities are compounded by her students, who never pass up a chance to humiliate her. However, when Whimsy meets Rikesh, a journalist who writes a human interest piece about her crash, she finally feels happiness is possible. Though he is emotionally unavailable, Whimsy is stuck on pursuing Rikesh, and they use one another to project what they lack. As she struggles with self-doubt in their courtship, at work, and in her friendships, she considers the ways her own perceptions of her physical appearance have shaped her reality."Whimsy is lonesome and poignant, and even a bit funny, too. Shannon McLeod has written a moving, authentic portrait of a young woman at the start of her adult life, wrestling with its unfairness and unease. McLeod's heroine longs to be seen fully, and with compassion, but can't yet see herself that way, and it's compelling to watch her move through the world."- Edan Lepucki, New York Times Bestselling Author of California and Woman No. 17"Shannon McLeod's writing is funny, raw, and ultimately intimate and tender."- Bryan Hurt, author of Everyone Wants to Be Ambassador to France"In her tough and surprising debut novella, Shannon McLeod makes her nuanced observations feel inevitable. With steady restraint and immaculate pacing, rendered in only the simplest of strokes, it builds and builds to finally rupture so much greater than the sum of its parts."- Tim Kinsella, author of Sunshine on an Open Tomb"The women in Shannon McLeod's debut story collection, Whimsy, are reminiscent of the women in Mary Miller's Big World and Roxane Gay's Difficult Women; young American women navigating a new world of female aloneness and autonomy, an aloneness in turns empowering and dizzying, battling society and men and themselves for feelings of self-worth and deservedness, battling the stillness of autonomy."- Elizabeth Ellen, author of Person/a: a novel

Download or read book Whimsy s Heavy Things written by Julie Kraulis and published by Tundra Books. This book was released on 2013-09-24 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whimsy's heavy things are weighing her down. She tries to sweep them under the rug, but she trips over them. She tries to put them in a tree, but they fall on her. She even tries to sail them out to sea, but they always come back. Eventually Whimsy decides to deal with the heavy things one at a time... and a surprising thing happens. With exquisite illustrations and delightfully simple text, Whimsy's Heavy Things is a sweet story about changing the things that weigh us down into the things that lift us up.

Download or read book Whimsy Girls Through the Decades Coloring Book written by Hannah Lynn and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-30 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hop into your time machine and take this epic adventure into the bygone eras of yesteryear with the Whimsy Girls! Featuring adorable girls in fun historical fashions and scenes spanning more than a century, you'll have an absolute BLAST coloring the PAST!25 unique designs-with 2 copies of each--one original detailed version, and another simplified version. 8.5x11 in size. Suitable for ALL AGES.Please see all my Whimsy Girl books on my Amazon Author Page or on my website at HannahLynn.com. This book is also available in a PDF digital format on my website, as well as a top wire bound Artist Edition on nicer paper. Get special exclusive downloadable coloring pages by supporting me on Patreon.com/HannahLynn. I really hope you enjoy my artwork, thank you for supporting living artists and the arts!

Download or read book The Duchess of Whimsy written by Randall de Sève and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-10-29 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The great New Yorker artist Peter de Seve teams up with the author of bestselling Toy Boat in a slightly outrageous fairy tale. The Duchess of Whimsy is fancy and fussy—and definitely not ordinary—surrounding herself with wild friends, fabulous foods, and fancy dress. The Earl of Norm (ho hum) is completely ordinary, but he adores the Duchess. She ignores him, until the chef gets sick, and her friends have to make a super supper—which includes tracking down truffles, spinning sugar stars, and looking for quail eggs. But the Earl is hungry! He sneaks off to an ordinary grilled cheese sandwich—and suddenly takes the Duchess’s eye. Maybe there’s something to simplicity after all. Maybe there’s something to the Earl after all . . . This deliciously told and illustrated love story by the remarkable de Sèves shows how utterly charming and extraordinary a picture book can be.

Download or read book More Sewing with Whimsy written by Kari Mecca and published by Martha Pullen. This book was released on 2012-01-05 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From simple to simply fabulous! More patterns! Square Yoke, Round Yoke and Bottoms More Techniques! Whimsy Stick Flowers and Unique Trims More possibilities! All created by you!

Download or read book Enchanted Halloween written by Hannah Lynn and published by Permuted Press. This book was released on 2017-08-29 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An enchanting Halloween adventure awaits you in this ghoulish coloring book from artist Hannah Lynn. Trick or Treat! Witches, Vampires, Fairies, Trick or Treaters, and more are ready to be brought to life with color! Hannah Lynn’s whimsical drawings have been delighting fans around the world for close to a decade. This latest coloring book from the celebrated artist features 60 pages of all new designs perfect for the Halloween season! To learn more about Hannah Lynn, please visit HannahLynn.com

Download or read book Peculiar Questions and Practical Answers written by New York Public Library and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Public Library staff answers questions remarkable and preposterous, with illustrations by Barry Blitt. Have you’ve ever wondered if you can keep an octopus in a private home? Do you spend your time thinking about how much Napoleon’s brain weighed? If so, Peculiar Questions and Practical Answers is the book for you. The New York Public Library has been fielding questions like these ever since it was founded in 1895. Of course, some of the questions have left the librarians scratching their heads... “In what occupations may one be barefooted?” “What time does a bluebird sing?” “What does it mean when you’re being chased by an elephant?” “What kind of apple did Eve eat?” “How many neurotic people are there in the U.S.?” In Peculiar Questions and Practical Answers, the staff of the NYPL has dug through the archives to find thoughtful and often witty answers to over one hundred of the oddest, funniest, and most whimsical questions the library has received since it began record-keeping over seventy-five years ago. One of The New Yorker’s best-known and beloved illustrators, Barry Blitt, has created watercolors that bring many of the questions hilariously to life in a book that answers, among others, the question “Does anyone have a copyright on the Bible?”

Download or read book Whimsy Girls at Work Coloring Book written by Hannah Lynn and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's a Whimsy Girl World, and the Whimsy Girls are hard at work all day long-- fighting fires, teaching classes, patrolling the streets, shelving books, flying people around the world, building houses, making coffee and food, traveling to space, fixing cars, designing the latest fashions, taking care of little ones at home, running major corporations, and SO MUCH MORE! 30 adorable unique designs-with 2 different versions of each--one original detailed, and another simplified version for easier or faster coloring. 8.5x11 in size, printed single-sided. Designs range from simple to detailed in this book. Suitable for all ages! Occupational fields represented in this book: Aviation, Teaching, Construction, Lab Science, Performing Arts, Law Enforcement, Food & Beverage/Restaurant, Farming, Management/office, Mail Delivery System, Call Center/Desk Job, Fashion Design, Astronaut/Space Science, Library Science, Auto mechanical repair, Veterinary, Child Care, Medical, Writing, Cosmetology, Military, Visual Arts, Politics (US President), Marine Biology, Fire Department, Photography, and Dental. Whether you are gifting this to inspire a young woman or wanting a bit of nostalgia dreaming about all the possibilities of what we can do as women, this book is sure to delight all ages! Let's support each other's dreams and goals and be grateful for all the different interests we have that make the world go round :).I am a self taught artist and all of these are hand drawn by me! Please see all my Whimsy Girl books on my Amazon Author Page or on my website at HannahLynn.com. This book is also available in a PDF digital format on my website, as well as a top wire bound Artist Edition on nicer paper.Get special exclusive downloadable coloring pages by supporting me on Patreon.com/HannahLynn. I really hope you enjoy my artwork, thank you!Hannah Lynn

Download or read book Penny Whimsy written by and published by . This book was released on 1958 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Whimsy Castle written by Slim Randles and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2024-06-19 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do things have to change? We were doing okay, Mom and I, but she has to marry this practical joker of a newspaper columnist, and my world kinda caved in. He thinks I'm too serious and I think he's nuts. My real dad died when I was just little, but I'll bet he didn't waste time with dumb things like conducting an orchestra of turkeys!

Download or read book Life Whimsy written by Wendy Conklin and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-26 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life is short, so make it whimsical! Wendy Conklin built her chair upholstery hobby into a multi-six-figure brand by breaking conventional rules and tapping into her own creative potential. Now, she’s sharing her strategies in Life Whimsy to help people bring more creativity to the way they think, play, and work. Filled with inspiring photos and insightful advice, ranging from practical productivity tips to personal reflections about entrepreneurial life, Conklin’s playbook provides the key to unlocking one's creative genius, even if someone feels they have no artistic ability. It shows how to rejuvenate one's mind, body and soul through play, a particularly important concept for serious adults. And it outlines simple methods for infusing creativity into one's profession or business, even for those in a seemingly "uncreative" field. Those with Life Whimsy are empowered to ignite their creativity, infuse their work with fun, and invigorate their life with joy.

Download or read book Whispers of Whimsy written by Michael Rumi Leigh and published by OJ LEIGH. This book was released on 2023-09-06 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world where the mundane entwines seamlessly with the magical, lies a town that defies the ordinary. Welcome to a place where mystical creatures roam freely, and the whispers of whimsy echo through every corner. Amidst this enchanting realm, two individuals from vastly different worlds find themselves entangled in a spellbinding adventure that will test their beliefs, challenge their perceptions, and uncover the true power of love. Meet Savannah, a down-to-earth animal whisperer with a gift for communing with the fantastical beings that call this extraordinary town home. Her practical nature keeps her grounded, as she diligently tends to the needs of the magical creatures and ensures harmony prevails. Yet, her world is about to be shaken to its core by a series of mysterious enchantments that threaten the very fabric of their cherished existence. On the other side of the ethereal veil stands Leo, an illusionist whose dreams are as vast and ephemeral as the stars above. He wanders into the town with a traveling carnival, bringing with him an enigmatic aura that captures the hearts and minds of the townsfolk. His illusions seem to defy the laws of reality, sparking intrigue and fascination among those who witness his wondrous performances. When fate intertwines the paths of Savannah and Leo, their initial encounter is anything but harmonious. She is anchored in practicality, while he dances amidst illusions and dreams. Their personalities clash, and yet, as the enchantments escalate, they must set aside their differences and embark on a reluctant collaboration. In the pursuit of restoring peace and balance to their whimsical town, they soon discover that their partnership may be the very key to unlocking the magic that lies within. As they delve deeper into the heart of the enchantments, Savannah and Leo find themselves unravelling not only the mysteries surrounding their town but also the intricacies of their own hearts. Emotions intertwine with the essence of magic, and amidst the chaos, a profound connection blossoms. Love itself becomes a force to be reckoned with, capable of transcending realms and weaving a tapestry of wonder and possibility. In "Whispers of Whimsy," join Savannah and Leo on a journey where reality and fantasy converge, and where the boundaries of the human heart are pushed to the limits. Together, they will confront the enchanter behind the disruptions, unmask the true meaning of magic, and discover that sometimes the most extraordinary power lies in the simplest of things, love. So, take a leap into the fantastical, for within these pages, you will find that even in the midst of chaos, love's gentle whisper can bring about the most extraordinary of miracles.

Download or read book War on Whimsy written by Liane Moriarty and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-01-07 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now that they've saved two planets from destruction, Nicola and her Space Brigaders must take care of Shimlara's family. So they travel to Whimsy - a beautiful, pink haloed planet where the people lie around in meadows making up poems, playing harps, and creating sculptures. There, they parachute, scuba dive, and white water raft their way to a prison camp, where they rescue Shimlara's family and help the people of Whimsy wage war against the evil, red-scaled beings from Volcomania.

Download or read book Witty and Whimsy Tales written by Namita Das and published by Ukiyoto Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-14 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a collection of seven delightful stories for kids that teach valuable morals and life lessons. Each story is filled with humour, imagination, and adventure, featuring relatable characters and situations children can easily connect with. From finding the courage to share one’s talents to avoiding rumours and false information to balancing one’s passions and joys to forming friendships in unexpected places to valuing communication and laughter to discovering one’s inner magic to exploring curiosity and wonder, these stories will inspire, entertain, and educate young readers. But that’s not all - after each story, there is a list of fun activities inspired by the story that can keep the kids engaged and enhance their learning. These activities include nature hunts, drawing, crafts, experiments, and more. They are designed to reinforce the morals and themes of the stories, as well as to stimulate the children’s creativity and curiosity. Witty and Whimsy Tales Vol 1 - Adventure Stories is a perfect book for children who love reading and learning through stories. It is also an excellent book for parents and educators who want to introduce children to essential values and skills through engaging and enjoyable stories and activities. Grab your copy today and join the adventure!

Download or read book The Enchanted Quest of Whimsy Woods written by Mirriam MUSONDA SALATI-Oppong and published by Mirriam Kangwa Salati-Oppong. This book was released on with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Join Princess Ariyah Taliah on a magical journey into the heart of Enchantasia, where whimsical wonders await around every corner. In 'Ariyah Taliah and the Magic Friends,' young readers (ages 3-7) will be captivated by the enchanting tale of friendship, kindness, and the power of dreams. Discover the hidden door in the royal gardens that leads Ariyah into the charming realm of Whimsy Woods. With her lively animal friends – Squeaky the squirrel, Daisy the deer, and Sky the chatty bluebird – Ariyah embarks on a quest to save the fading stars. Guided by the wise old owl Oliver, they encounter challenges, solve puzzles, and learn that the most potent magic is found within their hearts.

Download or read book Creative Haven Christmas Whimsy written by Jessica Mazurkiewicz and published by Courier Dover Publications. This book was released on 2017-09-13 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thirty-one fun-to-color word designs offer festive coloring for adults! These playful illustrations feature holiday items shaped by an assortment of related words. Designs include a Santa, reindeer, wreath, and other items merry and bright!