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books:

The Little Green Island with a Little Red House

1 review
Sharon Lovejoy

Down East Books, 2005

beautiful book
This is a very pretty, sweet book that I'm enjoying reading to my 4 year old son. Magical and down to earth at the same time.

Trowel and Error: Over 700 Tips, Remedies and Shortcuts for the Gardener

18 reviews
Sharon Lovejoy

Workman Publishing Company, 2002

Instantly Used!
I used her ideas the very next day in both my garden and in the elementary school garden where I volunteer. The book is easy to read and packed with information. The organization could be improved but that might prevent serendipitous discoveries. It really is worthwhile to read every page--whether you think you need it or not!

Hollyhock Days : Garden Adventures for the Young at Heart

1 review
Sharon Lovejoy

Interweave Pr, 1994

A lovely guide from green dreams through secret gardens
A companion book to her popular classic "Sunflower Houses," this treasure book also can stand on it's own to give as a gift to children through grandparents...the watercolors range from the whimsical to botanical impressions. I use this as a guidebook when I seek inspiration, good memories, and ideas beyond the practical garden books. This book starts at planning a simple garden for children and ...

Country Living Gardener A Blessing of Toads: A Gardener's Guide to Living with Nature (Country Living ...

3 reviews
Sharon Lovejoy

Hearst, 2007

A Blessing of Toads
I have collected an entire gardening library so besotted am I with this gender of reading and gardening. This book is a treasure! Clearly the best reflection on nature in your garden I have ever had the pleasure to read. Amusing and full of directions and advise this book should never be put away but left out to consult and muse over. Get it and give it! You cannot miss!! Susan

Sunflower Houses : Inspiration from the Garden - A Book for Children and Their Grown-Ups

4 reviews
Sharon Lovejoy

Workman Publishing Company, 2001

Let your inner child play.......
How many of us take our gardens and nature for granted? I certainly do when I get caught up in day-to-day survival mode. I discovered Sunflower Houses almost a decade ago when my sisters introduced me to a store called Heart's Ease in Cambria, California, which was owned at the time by Sharon Lovejoy. It wasn't long thereafter that I invited Sharon to be my guest on television. A faerie tea ...

Roots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots: Gardening Together with Children

27 reviews
Sharon Lovejoy

Workman Publishing Company, 1999

good book, and a warning for parents of small children
This book is excellent. The idea is wonderful, the illustrations are beautiful; it makes a great gift; it's very inspiring. My three small boys were very excited about helping in the garden this year, and we paged through the book many times, trying to decide which project to start with. However, I was shocked to discover that Moonflowers (recommended for the Moon Garden) are not as ...

Sunflower Houses: Garden Discoveries for Children of All Ages

4 reviews
Sharon Lovejoy

Interweave Press, 1995

Hollyhock Dolls and Hearts ease for all
Someone gave me this book when it first came out in 1991. My first sunflower house failed but I tried again and was rewarded with a delightful garden retreat. I had no idea flowers could be so high -- and so sturdy. Then I tried the flower clock and that was an immense success. The rainbow garden worked, too, and by that time I was running out of space. I've never considered myself much of a ...

Hold You, Mommy: Moments With God for Moms on the Go
Laurie Lovejoy Hilliard, Sharon Lovejoy Autry

Bethany House, 2006

Need to be held by your heavenly Father? Let this mom-friendly devotional help you connect with the One who alone can bring refreshment and strength for whatever life may throw at you. Busy moms themselves, authors Laurie and Sharon know the kinds of struggles you are facing as you raise your family. Reflecting their characteristic honesty and real-life approach, these uplifting and practical devotions will encourage you in the tiring, ...

Mom...and Loving It!: Finding Contentment in Real Life

3 reviews
Sharon Lovejoy Autry, Laurie Lovejoy Hilliard

Bethany House, 2005

Love this book!
If you're a mom (single or with a spouse) and you are tired of yelling at your kids CONTINUOUSLY, feeling resentful of the time they take, feeling guilty for feeling or doing either of the former, feeling guilty for working out of the home, or for even if your working in the home, this book is for you! I picked it up on a whim an it has truly been a Godsend. This book is full of REAL LIFE ...