This delightful gift book is a treasure chest of simple ideas that go a long way. Following the rhythms and events of the seasons, author Susannah Seton suggests easy yet rewarding projects such as making a wreath from fresh rosemary, crafting scented candles to infuse a room with soothing aromas, and installing a low-maintenance cactus garden. Also included are recipes for comfort foods like white bread, maple candy, cranberry vinegar, crazy crackers, and chocolate pudding. Pampering is encouraged in the Simple Pleasures world, and the reader learns how to indulge in a frayed nerves bath and how to blend a special sleep potion. These ideas will guide the reader in the creation of highly personalized, energized, sensualized surroundings.