For use & inspiration in creating new designs. Harken to the past.

Chemistry, geology & other interesting phenomena

Books on topics of practical interest and eye-brow raising Muses. What if? Could I?

Catching books with fascinating info. Worth a read more than once.

Interior decoration, floor plans, gardening, furniture most from 1930-1950's.

Beautiful, whimsical & well done illustrations. Usually pen & ink or engravings.

Home: dress, housework, cleaning, cooking, textiles, interior dec. Historic 'how-to' for the house.

Victorian & other books for steampunk inspiration.

Various cookbooks with an emphasis on vegan, vegetarian & cooking outdoors. Mainly Victorian thru 1950's.

Design, manufacture, illustrations, plates and the history of dress