Lauren Espy

Exciting news! Compendium has joined the Penguin Random House family, bringing a proven line of bestselling, sentiment-driven gifts to our extensive and ever-growing catalog. Since 1985, Compendium has been creating meaningful moments with beautiful, thoughtfully made gifts that center connection and celebrate occasions both big and small. From greeting cards to inspirational books to impulse-friendly add-ons, Compendium

The slow rise of bread dough on the counter, the hands-in-the-dirt garden chores that feel like a breath of fresh air, an adorable amigurumi plush crocheted to life with your own two hands: more and more, people are seeking out these quiet, offline moments as an antidote to digital life. 2026 is the year of logging

March is the month for crafting! Celebrate National Craft Month with some of our bestselling art and craft titles that cover all the major trends crafters are after this year. Granny squares are entering their second year as one of the biggest textile crafting trends. Easy to make for beginners and easy to upscale for

We asked our craftiest sales rep, Andrea Carrera-Marquez, to shout out her top gift picks for the season! As the go-to resource for our art and craft stores, Andrea has a great eye for highlighting titles that spark creativity and joy in any level of artist. Take a look at some of her favorite artsy

There is no better way to show someone how much you love them during the holiday season than with a handmade gift. A personalized ornament, a knitted beanie, a custom quilt, an adorable crochet friend to cuddle–any gift you put your time and care into creating with your own hands is a gift they’ll treasure.