Homemade:

Gorgeous things to make with love

by Ros Badger & Elspeth Thompson

Lots of things to make with stuff you probably already have. Everything from sewing, gardening, and painting to crochet, baking and crafts made from natural materials and more. Unfortunately, I didn't find this book terribly inspiring; the only thing I wanted to try making were the cushion covers made from old wool blankets or sweaters.

Modern Vintage Style

by Emily Chalmers

This book is about how to use vintage pieces and combine them with modern things in an up-to-date way. I think this was an OK book, but quite long and wordy, considering the subject.

The Paper Garden

: Mrs. Delany begins her life's work at 72

by Molly Peacock

This is the story of a woman in the 18th century who invented a kind of paper collage in later life and went on to create many impressive works of art. The author draws parallels to her own life in several areas. She also tries to make connections between some of the artwork and different periods of Mrs. Delany's life, but I think these comparisons fall rather flat. However, I did find the story interesting.