Title:
Living large in our little house : thriving in 480 square feet with six dogs, a husband, and one remote--plus more stories of how you can, too
Publication Date:
2016
Publication Information:
White Plains, NY : Reader's Digest Trade Publishing, [2016]
©2016
Physical Description:
xii, 225 pages : illustrations, color ; 24 cm
ISBN:
9781621452522
Abstract:
"Living Large in Our Little House is a practical and inspirational memoir about the joy and freedom of tiny house living. Stories of many other couples are also presented."-- Provided by publisher.
Contents:
From the Wilson house to our little house: how we discovered the tiny house movement -- Living large is the American dream: a history of square footage in the United States -- The definition of a little house is what you need: finding the right size and place for your family -- Culture shock: adapting to the reality of rural living -- So you have a love/hate thing with credit: taking on a debt-free mind-set -- The clutter of our lives: getting rid of the stuff that prevents you from living large -- Party on the deck: making the outdoors an extension of your little house -- We only have one planet: living a more sustainable life -- Simple homemade living: living large is living healthier and thriftier -- Proximity makes the heart grow fonder: growing and staying close-knit with your family -- A real treat when you know the tracks: entertaining and decorating for the holidays -- Grandma's cabinet takes up half the room: finding homes for heirlooms -- You only have one life: following your passions -- Petite can be professional: working from your little house -- Hindsight is 20/20: ensuring your living large future.
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Language:
English