{"product_id":"9780345518750","title":"How to Sew a Button","description":"Author: Bried, Erin\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780345518750\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: RANDOM HOUSE US\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 15 May 2010\u003cbr\u003ePages: 304 \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeling low on money, underemployed, lacking in creativity, or looking for some simple fun?  Part \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWorst-Case Scenario\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSurvival Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e and part \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHints from Heloise, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ethis is for the would-be domestic goddess, the thrifty, and anyone else who wants to learn the skills of a simpler time.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWaste not, want not. This crafty guide perfect for anyone looking to enjoythe simple pleasures of life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Nowadays, many of us \"outsource\" basic tasks. Food  is instant, ready-made, and processed with unhealthy additives. Dry cleaners press  shirts, delivery guys bring pizza, gardeners tend flowers, and, yes, tailors sew  on those pesky buttons. But life can be much simpler, sweeter, and richer-and a lot  more fun, too! As your grandmother might say, now is not the time to be careless  with your money, and it actually pays to learn how to do things yourself!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Practical  and empowering, \u003ci\u003eHow to Sew a Button\u003c\/i\u003e collects the treasured wisdom of nanas, bubbies,  and grandmas from all across the country-as well as modern-day experts-and shares  more than one hundred step-by-step essential tips for cooking, cleaning, gardening,  and entertaining, including how to\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e . polish your image by shining your own shoes\u003cbr\u003e . grow your own vegetables (and stash your bounty for the winter)\u003cbr\u003e . sweeten your  day by making your own jam\u003cbr\u003e . use baking soda and vinegar to clean your house without  toxic chemicals\u003cbr\u003e . feel beautiful by perfecting your posture\u003cbr\u003e . roll your own piecrust  and find a slice of heaven\u003cbr\u003e . fold a fitted sheet to crisp perfection\u003cbr\u003e . waltz without  stepping on any toes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Complete with helpful illustrations and brimming with nostalgic  charm, \u003ci\u003eHow to Sew a Button\u003c\/i\u003e provides calm and comfort in uncertain times. By doing  things yourself, with care and attention, you and your loved ones will feel the pleasing  rewards of a job well done.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47901039591582,"sku":"ING-9780345518750","price":31.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9780345518750.jpg?v=1782352153","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9780345518750","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}