It’s time for another Show Us Your Books with Jana and Steph!
Today I’m going to share one book review, but I do have some other book reviews that I’ve posted since the last Show Us Your Books and I want to make sure you can find those too, so here’s the links:
The Hound of the Baskervilles – A Graphic Novel: Book review
Running With Lions by Julian Winters: Book review
The Blueprint by S.E. Harmon: Book review
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The Year of Cozy: 125 Recipes, Crafts, and Other Homemade Adventures by Adrianna Adarme
Review by Lauren
source: personal copy; all opinions are my own
Official Summary (add to Goodreads): From the author of the popular blog, A Cozy Kitchen, comes a beautifully photographed one-stop-shop book with all the recipes and projects you’ll need for some cozy inspiration this holiday season—and all year long. You’ll love Adrianna Adarme’s easy-to-follow instructions and will enjoy getting lost in her warm and comforting photographs. Organized by the months of the year and by categories as “Live,” “Do,” and “Make, ” this book offers ideas for activities, recipes, and DIY projects that make the little moments in life just as exciting as the big.
Review: I’m not familiar with Adarme’s blog, but I had seen this book around for a long time so I was really excited when I was finally gifted a copy. I had initially started this book late last year/early this year but I finally read the majority of it last month and it’s definitely one to keep on the shelves. The book is broken into seasons, and then into categories like “Live” and “Make.” I’m someone who likes to really celebrate and appreciate each season in the year, and I’m lucky to live somewhere that (mostly) has all four seasons, so I really love the idea behind this book. There are recipes, crafts and other DIYs, and even just ideas of things to do and experience whether it’s Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall.
I did really appreciate that the recipes and DIYs weren’t all really difficult. I’m not the best cook, so I can’t say I’ll be trying to make many of the recipes – but I am pretty curious about some of the crafts/DIYs, and I like when they seem fairly simple to pull off! I might like being artsy, but that doesn’t mean I have a ton of talent in it. Adarme has a fun, easy-to-read writing style, which makes me understand just one reason she’s a popular blogger. I’d definitely recommend checking out The Year of Cozy; it would make a fantastic gift too!
This book is my kind of book–I love all things cozy! It does sound like a great gift idea.
I’m not artsy or really good at practical things. I have tried baking and I can bake scones and cookies and tarts/mince pies. I’d love to be able to make things, I try every no and then. My attempt at making Christmas tree ornaments sewing felt to make gingerbread men was ok. Clumsy and childish but my boyfriend refuses to let me bin them and puts them on the tree every year. I wish someone who isn’t good at these crafty things would write a blog to make us feel better ? I still continue to try. My cooking isn’t so bad but I think I lack patience
I have never heard of this book. As someone who is also lucky enough to live where there are four seasons, it sounds interesting!
I am not really a DIYer, but I’m still intrigued by the premise of this book.
What a neat book! I like that the DIY’s aren’t over the top and difficult. They sound very doable by the average crafter. This would be a great coffee table book to flip through.
this book sounds super cute – i’m not really one for crafts or diys but i love the ideas for things to do each season.
That sounds like a fun book.
I am really into crafts and homemade gifts. I think it is cool that you reviewed a graphic novel. I don’t see those review often.
This looks like such a fun book – thanks for the review!
Sounds really interesting. Ive never seen a combo of recipes and Diy in one book.
It definitely sounds really interesting, combining the two! Will have to check it out! thanks for reviewing
This sounds like an interesting book. I like being able to find books that are easy to navigate (which this sounds like being divided up into seasons). And finding new things to do in each season is always a plus.
Looks like a super cute book – like a personal lifestyle blog, but in print!
I haven’t heard of her either but the book sounds interesting. A nice assortment of things to do.
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‘the Year of Cozy’ sounds like a book I need!
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Meredith
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The Year of Cozy sounds like a cute book!
I loooove this book! I’m so glad that you enjoyed it too! 🙂 I want to try all of the recipes and crafts! XO – Alexandra
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I remember getting The Year of Cozy out from the library and perusing it. It’s fun to skim but it’s a book you have to own to really take advantage of the different season ideas.
I haven’t heard of this book before or heard of the blog. I think that it is neat that the book includes recipes and diy items. Usually books seem to focus on just one of these.
This sounds like such a cool book. I love that it’s a mix of recipes and DIY activities. I can think of a couple of people it would make a great gift for 🙂
I feel like this book is a pared down version of the hygge idea. I’m not a fan of DIY but I do love some recipes.
I think I’ll be adding this book to my reading list. I love to DIY, sometimes it works out but other times not so much. Either way though it’s still fun to try.
Oh I need to check out this book. It sounds perfect for me.
PS Never say you aren’t talented!
oh this looks super cool, I love DIY books but I feel like I would def fail at it..
I absolutely love lifestyle books Lauren, those that have a little of everything. Design, recipes, craft. I haven’t heard of this one either but will be asking at my local bookstore. And your creations are wonderful Lauren! From your journalling to art with your dear mum, you have a wonderful sense of creativity and style! ♡♡♡
I like the idea that there are season themed projects in this book. I’d especially be curious about the fall craft ideas (halloween forever!)
This books sounds amazing! I’m just a bit hesitant because I tend to take up a hobby and spend quite a bit, then whatever I’ve bought gathers dust. Baking (did an expensive course and spent lots on equipment). Scrapbooking (made two scrapbooks – and only one is decent). Crochet (a 2 day hobby).
But this books looks great and I like how it is season themed.
Might need to head to Goodreads and add to my list 🙂
That’s so cool that she has everything broken out by seasons! That’s a fun way to tackle DIY and craft projects and also recipes too!
The only recipe I will follow is an easy recipe, haha! I would probably enjoy this book a lot 😉
This sounds like a book right up my alley! I saw it at my library actually and was tempted to pick it up, but it sounds like a book you need to own to fully appreciate what it has to offer for all the seasons. I’m putting this on my wish list!
Oh neat! I’d not heard of this one and it sounds like at least some of it would be good for my skill level in these areas.
Thanks, Lauren!
This sounds like a great book and would make a good bridal shower gift, new homeowner etc.
I’m going to have to check this one out!
I just love that the book has the word cozy in the title. That would be such the perfect hostess gift!
The Year of Cozy sounds like an interesting blend of concepts (and also it does really sound like a blogger-y kind of book, if that makes sense?)
Cozy is my favorite way to be..even though it’s hard to bring cozy into this GA heat!! Thank you for the book recommendation!!
I’m definitely gonna have to check this book out sometime–I love trying to DIY my own things! 😛 (Not always the best at it, but I like to try!)
Hi! To be honest, I haven’t read this post because I’m afraid of spoilers. Haha. So if there ain’t any, please tell me. I love DIYs though and I think this may help.
I don’t think I’ve ever owned a crafty book, but I like the sound of this one. Probably a good book to keep around for a last minute holiday get-together.
I love DIY oriented books! It’s like getting a book and a life guide at the same time.
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This does sound super cute and super fun!
This book looks like a great gift. Hm…I think I know the perfect person to give it to! Thanks for the idea!
Loved the Year of Cozy. The Turquoise table was another great one!
Sounds like a great book. I love all for seasons too and like that is how the book is divided.
I always like these books in theory but in practice, not so much, haha. I just never have it in me to try the DIY things because I have no talent in that area. And I really like doing things I’m good at, which sounds bad! But I hate getting excited about something, taking the time to make it, and then when it’s finished I’m disappointed. Although earlier in the year I did this “me board” kind of thing where I cut out pictures of things that I liked/represented me and I actually ended up liking it a lot! So maybe I need to branch out, and start easy. I’m glad you enjoyed this one when you got around to finishing it! 🙂
Ooh I like the sound of this! Easy crafts and DIY are kind of my thing 🙂
I love books like this, but I rarely review them. I appreciate seeing this review here! Well done. What particular crafts are you looking forward to? I love cooking, so that’s what I’d venture towards!
This sounds like a super cute book to follow throughout the year! It’s cool that it has recipes, crafts, and more! It’s funny to think that some people don’t have all four seasons… Ohio definitely gets them and they’re intense!
I’m surprised I don’t read more recipes books since I love to cook so much!
I think I would love this one because of the crafts/DIYs of which I’m a big fan of! I’ll check it out! Thanks for sharing Lauren! 🙂
Younger me would have run out and bought this book, because I loved crafting and cooking and whatnot. Now I have an empty nest and really long commute that leaves me exhausted, but I still love the idea of the book.
Books like that are always so fun 🙂