Tonight I had dinner with a bunch of friends including Erin Bried. Erin’s book How To Sew A Button (And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother Knew) comes out on December 15th. Perfect Christmas gift!
I have an advance copy (Yay!!!) and am loving it. So many awesome items in this book like…
How to make strawberry jam
How to hand wash delicates
How to compost
How to wear red lipstick
How to make friends
How to start a book club
How to refresh rugs
How to hem pants
How to make a pillow
How to unclog a drain
How to give yourself a facial
How to swaddle a newborn baby
How to clip coupons
How to barter
How to unclog a sink
How to make gravy
Great concept, essential handy hints and super freakin’ cute cover!
What’s not to love?
Erin also made some videos that are up YouTube including this video which includes her interviews with many of the Grandmothers who offered up tips for the book. Super sweet.
Last but not least, check out Erin’s website HERE. Buy the book, it’s fantastic and a great gift item. Then, go hug your Grandma. If you don’t have a Grandma, borrow one.
November 16th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
I love books like this! It just might end up on my xmas list. Thanks for the rec!
November 17th, 2009 at 8:44 am
Sounds like a great book. Will check it out.
November 17th, 2009 at 11:11 am
That’s a book I could definitely use! I’ve been known to have the dry cleaner sew on buttons etc.. for me. I am decidedly not a crafty person.
November 19th, 2009 at 4:21 pm
Hey, where are you?