Most Popular Books by Mary Engelbreit

In the fourth installment of Words to Live By series, Mary Engelbreit turns her attention to teachers-those who teach inside the classroom and out. The result is sure to win high marks from educators and the rest of her fans. Strong memories of her own early school days coupled with a deep respect for the work teachers do every day has made teaches (and school children too, of course) frequent subjects of Mary''s artwork. "I guess it''s my little way of showing appreciation for a severely under-appreciated group," she says. As in the other Words to Live By books, Mary''s artwork is presented alongside inspirational quotes from famous writers, scholars, statesmen, and students-this time with words that pay tribute to the practitioners of this most noble profession. Teachers love Mary Engelbreit, and this book shows that the feeling is mutual.

The book is in two parts. The first is to record your personal memories of Christmas holidays past. The second, is a five-year journal for you to write in during each Christmas season.

The first book in an enticing new series of home decorating books based on Mary Engelbreit''s successful Home Companion magazine, Paint helps readers create the unique Mary Engelbreit look in their own homes.Filled with sophisticaed, full-color photography and warm, personal text, Paint offers suggestions for decorating everything from walls, doors, and furniture down to the small treasures on an end table. The book includes vibrant examples of many different paint techniques from bordering to trompe l''oeil. Readers will find easy-to-follow instructions on "How It Is Done" for such paint creations as sponging, distressing, and stenciling. There is a color and pattern to meet every taste.

Something to Do (When There''s Nothing to Do) lets children bring their own artistic style to some of Mary Engelbreit''s most popular designs. This isn''t just a coloring book -- it''s full of stencil pages, craft projects, holiday decoration ideas, and greeting cards. And, when the fun is over for the day, the book''s cover fastens closed with Velcro and becomes an artwork portfolio.

Illustrates various ways to showcase rare books, souvenier tumblers, unusual clocks, original artwork, and other collectibles around the home.

Birthdays are fun to remember and easy to love when Mary Engelbreit''s frolicking friends and lively art provide the tender and thoughtful tributes. This birthday book takes the place of a birthday card for a special friend.

Six funny rhymes from the world of Mother Goose.

Mary Engelbreit, Barbara Elliott Martin, and Charlotte Lyons collaborate on this fourth installment of the hugely successful "Home Companion" series. Designed to help parents create spaces that are as carefree and fun as the children who occupy them, "Mary Engelbreit''s Children''s Companion" provides a smorgasbord of ideas drawn from real kids'' rooms. Full color.

Engelbreit''s fresh ideas on fabric combinations are explored in this volume of easy-to-implement ideas and revolutionary decor makeovers. 110+ color photos present inspiring rooms and practical ideas.

Mary Engelbreit continues to be one of the most prolific artists in the United States and was dubbed "a Norman Rockwell for our times" by People magazine. Lauded by the Wall Street Journal for creating a "vast empire of cuteness," Mary Engelbreit offers the perfect little compendium of puzzles, trivia questions, and word searches. * Just the right size for a book bag or backpack, Fun and Games with Ann Estelle will challenge kids to put their thinking caps on and have fun solving these teasers.

Jack and the Beanstalk, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, the Little Red Hen, and nine other tales are brought to life in this superb treasury. The delightful characters will become storyland friends for life for children who meet them here. Just wait until your child sees the Giant''s expression as he cries, "Fee, fi, fo, fum," or the adorable Elves dancing in the Shoemaker''s cottage! The Ginger-bread Boy''s candy buttons and the dazzling feathers of the Ugly Duckling are among the many inviting details to discover with each new look. A collection of nursery tales so child friendly, rewarding, and full of fun could only have come from the rich and playful imagination of Mary Engelbreit.

New baby, new parent, newfound feelings of gentle wonder...loving art and heartfelt words make The Baby Book a memento to treasure.

What better way to begin each new day than with Mary Engelbreit''s Just for Today, Be Happy quote-a-page book? Adapted from her top selling Day-to-Day boxed calendar, this chunky gift book allows every Mary Engelbreit fan to enjoy her classic art, joined with uplifting and positive quotes for 366 days of the year. Each day, as you turn the page, Mary''s just-for-today sentiment invites readers to be playful, read a book, give a hug or just watch a sunrise (to name just a few). Whether this gift book sits on a nightstand, kitchen table, or coffee table, let it fill this year -- and years to follow -- with inspiring thoughts and just for today . . . be happy!

Presents sixty project ideas for crafts for each season of the year.

Cont.: Family of Four ornaments; adorable ducky; playful border tree mat; giddyap stick horse; Night before Christmas pillow.

This charming storybook treasury from New York Times bestselling artist Mary Engelbreit features twenty time-honored nursery and fairy tales brought together for the first time ever in this collection. Rendered in Mary''s signature style, this enchanting selection of childhood classics has been specially chosen from Mary Engelbreit''s Nursery Tales and Mary Engelbreit''s Fairy Tales. With so many delightful illustrations to pore over, readers of all ages will be enchanted by the magical world created here. The full list of stories included in the collection: Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Three Little Pigs, Little Red Riding Hood, The Emperor''s New Clothes, Hansel and Gretel, The City Mouse and the Country Mouse, Jack and the Beanstalk, The Gingerbread Boy, The Little Red Hen, The Ugly Duckling, Cinderella, Aladdin, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Frog Prince, The Little Mermaid, The Princess and the Pea, Rapunzel, Thumbelina, Rumpelstiltskin, and Sleeping Beauty.

Another new offering from Mary Engelbreit. A Mother''s Journal provides moms everywhere with the perfect means of passing along cherished family memories to their children. Provides writing space for favorite stories and personal history.

Mary shares 200 gift-giving ideas. Handmade gift ideas to show your love and share your talents; bow and tag ideas to personalize special gifts; presentation and gift wrap options to make those gifts unforgettable.

I compiled this book as a tribute to grandmothers both new and ''experienced.'' Families just wouldn''t be complete without them." --Mary Engelbreit Lauded by the Wall Street Journal for creating a "vast empire of cuteness" and dubbed "a Norman Rockwell for our times" by People magazine, Mary Engelbreit offers the perfect gift for grandmothers by pairing her signature art with quotes, poems, and short narratives honoring grandmothers of all ages. A sampling of passages includes: * "A grandmother pretends she doesn''t know who you are on Halloween." -Erma Bombeck * "When grandparents enter the door, discipline flies out the window." --Ogden Nash

A collection of home decorating projects and craft ideas offers detailed instructions for more than forty projects for bedrooms, guest rooms, kitchens, porches, patios, and gardens.

It is the night before Christmas! When Marie receives a handsome wooden Nutcracker from her dear uncle, she''s thrilled. But under the richly decorated tree that night, something magical happens . . . and when her toy Nutcracker transforms into a handsome Prince, Marie is whisked off to Toyland for a winter adventure she''ll never forget! The Nutcracker is one of the world''s favorite holiday stories, and Mary Engelbreit offers her vision of that joyful night, creating a picture book filled with movement and vibrant detail that even the youngest child will enjoy.

Collects recipes from the illustrator''s friends and fans for all occasions, including quiche, pumpkin bread, lasagna, coq au vin, chili, and chocolate cake.

Presents more than 80 fun-to-stitch projects made from Mary Engelbreit''s charming designs.

"A reporter once asked Mary Engelbreit if she could cook. She answered honestly by saying, ''If my family had to depend on me for food, they would starve to death in a really cute kitchen.'' So for this cookbook, Mary called upon her family, friends, and fans for their all-time favorite dessert recipes ... because even though she may not be the chef in the family, Mary still loves and appreciates delicious desserts!"--Page 4 of cover.

Divinely simple and totally engaging, this new series of board books feature Engelbreit''s signature artwork that evokes warm, happy feelings with full-color illustrations of friendly animals and babies.

Collects slow cooker recipes from the illustrator''s friends and fans for all occasions, including bodacious vodka sauce, reuben pork chops, and sassy chicken balsamic.

Friends--new or old, young or just young at-heart--celebrate each other through the fun-filled illustrations and appreciative thoughts in Mary Englebreit''s Pals.

The warmth and whimsy of Mary Engelbreit''s work is even better when shared with a friend-and When a Child Is Born, So Is a Grandmother is the perfect way to spread the joy. When a Child Is Born, So Is a Grandmother makes the perfect gift for the new grandmother or grandma-to-be. Illustrated by the one-and-only Mary Engelbreit and authored by Jan Girando, this book speaks to the very essence of the close bond that grandmothers will forever share with their precious grandchildren. Let Mom and Dad handle the discipline and the scolding and leave grandma to do the cuddling and the holding. One of the most popular pieces of art from America''s favorite illustrator is her "When a Child is Born, So Is a Grandmother" image. Featuring that well-known drawing as its centerpiece, this book illustrates the joy and excitement every grandmother feels when their precious grandchild arrives into the world.

Mary Engelbreit fans know you don''t have to be a child to treasure the artist''s adorable paper dolls. Devoted adult collectors, in fact, clamor for Mary Engelbreit''s cut-out companions.Both books are designed with storage pockets that hold clothes after they''ve been cut out -- a unique feature for paper doll books. In addition, Mary Engelbreit presents other fun activities for kids within the books'' pages.

America''s most popular hobby--gardening, and America''s most popular illustrator--Mary Engelbreit meet in a beautiful functional workbook for gardeners of every level. This journal follows a magical journey from winter''s dream to autumn''s harvest, sharing helpful, time-tested wisdom. Includes planning sections, layout grids, and ample writing space. Available now.

Workman now publishes a separate full-color calendar catalog that includes detailed sales copy for all 1998 wall calendars, desk diaries. Page-A-Day "RM" calendars, and other calendar products. Calendar titles for 1998 are listed here also and, for your convenience, can be ordered through this catalog. Please see the order form for display information. In addition, calendars ship in August unless noted on the order form. If you have not already received a copy of the full-color calendar catalog, please call us at: 1-800-722-7202.

Stitched So Cute! -Embroidery, applique, and colored marker techniques to accent 40+ fabric projects for home decor, baby, and gifts. Inside pocket holds patterns.

Contents: ''Twas the Night Before Christmas, classic holiday short story by Clement Clark Moore animation (3 minutes and 40 seconds long) with accompanying full text of the story. The Goblins'' Christmas short story by Elizabeth Anderson What Christmas Is As We Grow Older, by Charles Dickens Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads; And mamma in her kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter''s nap- ...