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60 Fabulous Paper-Pieced Stars - Carol Doak Cover Art

60 Fabulous Paper-Pieced Stars

60 Fabulous Paper-Pieced Stars Includes 10 New National Parks Blocks by Carol Doak

Paper-piecing the stars across the states Truly a star in the quilting world, Carol Doak is a bestselling author who is known for teaching people to paper piece. Her original 50-star block collection, named after the U.S. states, quickly became a classic favorite. This new edition features all-new fabrics, updated instructions sections to help readers be even more successful, and 10 new star blocks inspired by the national parks. Every star has a beautiful and unique combination of symmetry and color usage, reflecting the states and parks. Pick and choose your favorite blocks to make stunning quilts. This second edition book includes updated information with new fabrics, illustrations, photography, and full-size paper piecing patterns. Make 60 paper-pieced star blocks inspired by the U.S. states and ten national parks Follow step-by-step instructions for easy paper-piecing taught by expert quilter and best-selling author Carol Doak Explore a gallery of Carol Doak's star blocks

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Artist's Painting Techniques - DK Cover Art

Artist's Painting Techniques

Artist's Painting Techniques Explore Watercolors, Acrylics, and Oils. Discover Your Own Style. Grow as an Artist by DK

Whether you're trying your hand at painting for the first time or honing your artistic ability, Artist's Painting Techniques is the handiest guide to teach you how to paint. Starting with the basics such as observational skills and learning how to draw, Artist's Painting Techniques will guide you into working with watercolors, acrylics, and oil paints. Discover everything you need to know about tone, color, pattern, brushwork, and composition to create your own masterpieces with confidence. Learn a range of key watercolor, acrylic, and oil painting techniques, including laying a flat wash, painting fur, and creating impasto sculptural effects. Embark on exciting artistic exercises and projects to discover your style and grow as an artist. Follow the fully illustrated step-by-step guides and get inspiring advice and encouragement from practicing artists. Kickstart your creativity and develop your own style with Artist's Painting Techniques .

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Complete_Metalsmith - Tim McCreight Cover Art

Complete_Metalsmith

Complete_Metalsmith by Tim McCreight

The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight has been a staple in jewelry classes and studios for three decades, known and loved for its clear descriptions, whimsy, and practical information. Few books can match it for breadth: information ranges from the science of metals to Do-It-Yourself studio furniture and includes stone lore, granulation, metal clay, and safety guidelines. When the first edition was published in 1982, it featured handwritten text in keeping with the alternative lifestyles of the era. Over the years the book has grown into three printed editions in 2004 and a smartphone app in 2010. And now this—a totally reworked edition of Complete Metalsmith that includes everything from the latest book plus videos, calculators and a hypertext glossary. This multi-touch book makes full use of the exciting features of 21st century publishing. It is among the first craft books to enter this arena and it has set the bar high.

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Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion - Justine Tiu Cover Art

Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion

Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion 21 Easy Projects to Celebrate Life's Happy Moments by Justine Tiu

Crochet 21+ adorable amigurumi patterns created by The Woobles, as seen on Shark Tank! Crochet the Woobles way! Make the most adorable amigurumi including Pippa the Octopus, Sam the Sloth, and Cornelius the Bee–more than 20 patterns in all. Fall in love with   amigurumi , the art of crocheting small, stuffed yarn plushies with  Crochet A migurumi for E very Occasion .  Loaded with cuteness and beginner-friendly amigurumi patterns created by The Woobles, the internet’s favorite one-stop source for easy-to-make crochet kits, you’ll be crocheting adorable projects in no time! Grouped by gift theme, make unique handmade gifts for baby showers, birthdays, housewarmings, and engagement parties, such as a Cupcake Bear for the bear-y best birthday, a Cat tray that is the purr-fect combo of cute and useful, and a smitten Otter ready to get married to its otter half. Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion  is filled with 21 patterns for projects that are easy to make and that you’ll be proud to gift! Every detail of this book is carefully tailored to give crafters a frustration-free, start-to-finish experience, and each pattern is artfully photographed and accompanied by detailed instructions, tutorial photos, and supplementary videos. Forgot how to do a stitch? No problem. Simply flip to the beginning of the book and follow the step-by-step photo tutorial. Patterns are ordered by increasing difficulty, so beginner amigurumists can level up their skills while making these giftable plushies. 21 GIFTABLE AMIGURUMI PROJECTS : With 21 patterns across 4 party themes, crochet the perfect gift for your next baby shower, birthday, housewarming, or engagement party FRUSTRATION-FREE EXPERIENCE:  Includes stitch tutorials, patterns, photos, and video instructions to create adorable and easy crochet projects they’ll be proud to gift EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS : Each pattern has The Woobles’s signature simple and cute designs, clear instructions, and layout VIDEO TUTORIALS:  Tricky stitches and techniques include video tutorials on The Woobles websites INSPIRING IMAGES:  Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished project as well as custom step-by-step photos for anything unique to the pattern

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Martha Stewart's Organizing - Martha Stewart Cover Art

Martha Stewart's Organizing

Martha Stewart's Organizing The Manual for Bringing Order to Your Life, Home & Routines by Martha Stewart

The ultimate guide to getting your life in order—with hundreds of practical and empowering ideas, projects, and tips—from America’s most trusted lifestyle authority. Trust Martha to help you master all things organizing—sorting, purging, tidying, and simplifying your life—with smart solutions and inspiration. Here, she offers her best guidance, methods, and DIY projects for organizing in and around your home. Topics include room-by-room strategies (how to sort office paperwork, when to purge the garage or attic), seasonal advice (when to swap out bedding and clothing, how to put away holiday decorations), and day-by-day or week-by-week plans for projects such as de-cluttering, house cleaning, creating a filing system, overhauling the closet, and more. Martha’s indispensable expertise walks you through goal-setting, principles of organizing, useful supplies, and creating systems for ongoing success. A look into Martha’s own personal calendars offers a template for scheduling essential tasks. Last, plenty of strategies, how-tos, timelines, and checklists will help you stay organized all year long.

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Sew Step by Step - DK Cover Art

Sew Step by Step

Sew Step by Step How to use your sewing machine to make, mend, and customize by DK

Make, mend, and customize your own wardrobe with this highly photographic beginner's guide to machine sewing. Discover how to read a pattern, use a sewing machine, and sew basic stitches, seams, and hems. Explore how to put those skills to use to create, personalize, upcycle, and repurpose clothes and soft furnishings. Fully illustrated and easy to use, Sew Step by Step covers all the essential skills and techniques for successful machine sewing.

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Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 2 - J.D. Lenzen Cover Art

Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 2

Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 2 Survival Ties, Pouches, Bars, Snake Knots, and Sinnets by J.D. Lenzen

Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 2 (PFT-V2) is the second installment in the paracord fusion ties book series and another stunning achievement by author J.D. Lenzen. Like Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 1, PFT-V2 reveals innovative and stylish ways of storing paracord for later use. So once again you'll find crisp, clear, full-color photographs (over 1,000 in all!), coupled with succinctly written, easy to follow step-by-step instructions for bracelets, straps, and key fobs, as well as medallions and other storage ties that will keep your paracord on-hand and ready for deployment. Still PFT-V2 doesn't stop there! It also provides directions for ties and techniques that represent the next level in paracording knowledge—the making of practical paracord objects. Primarily designed to provide survival and/or tactical advantages, practical paracord objects are in themselves useful. That is, they provide benefits to those who tie them, in real time; as opposed to when they’re unraveled and the cord within them used. Examples of the practical paracord objects in PFT-V2 include: Bush Sandals, Emergency Snow Goggles, No-Slip Machete Grip, Single-Cord Rock Sling, and more; including pouches, baskets, secret compartment fobs, and tactical ties. Featuring instructions for 36 awe-inspiring paracord designs (35 book ties plus an eBook Bonus Tie!), PFT-V2 is an epic step forward in the craft of fusion knotting and a must have book for anyone serious about learning paracord ties!

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Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Masonry & Stonework, 3rd edition - Editors of Creative Publishing international Cover Art

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Masonry & Stonework, 3rd edition

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Masonry & Stonework, 3rd edition *Poured Concrete *Brick & Block *Natural Stone *Stucco by Editors of Creative Publishing international

No projects offer more aesthetic or financial satisfaction than DIY masonry and stonework projects. Homeowners can routinely save thousands of dollars in labor costs by buying and installing materials that are now readily available for routine purchase. This book includes traditional techniques for laying concrete adapted to the special needs of ordinary homeowners, but also features cutting edge materials and techniques, such as tumbled concrete pavers, acid-etching for colored concrete slabs, and important green paving options, such as rain-garden arroyos and permeable pavers. Several cutting edge projects are included, such as polished concrete countertops and stamped concrete walkways. A complete outdoor kitchen project, ideal for a patio, is also included.

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Crochet 101 - Deborah Burger Cover Art

Crochet 101

Crochet 101 Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily through Step-by-Step Instruction by Deborah Burger

"Learn to crochet from a book? Yes, if it happens to be this one . . . the book thoroughly prepares readers to pursue the craft" —with online tutorials! ( Booklist ) Written with the absolute beginner in mind, this engaging book teaches all the basics for learning to crochet with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Crocheting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of crochet-selecting yarn, hook types and sizes, other tools and accessories, crochet gauge, chaining, forming the basic stitches, reading patterns-making this the most comprehensive beginner's book available. The online video tutorials created to supplement this book are an additional learning tool demonstrating the essential techniques used in crochet.

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Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker - Debbie Stoller Cover Art

Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker

Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker The Happy Hooker by Debbie Stoller

The New York Times –bestselling author of Stitch 'n Bitch conquers crochet with forty original patterns in her sassy and sexy style—fully illustrated. Stitch 'n Bitch Crochet is chock-full of instruction, inspiration, and to-die-for designs, from lacy, sexy summer tops to chic, cozy sweaters, chunky, funky hats, and colorfully crafty afghans. And, as Debbie Stoller demonstrates with her easy-to-follow instructions, it all starts with the simple act of wrapping a hook around a strand of yarn. Full of color photographs and instructional illustrations, Stitch 'n Bitch Crochet is the perfect primer on knitting's sister craft—from tools and uses for the different gauges to all the cool yarns available. She also takes you through basic techniques and stitch patterns including the chain stitch, picot, flowers, filet crochet, changing yarns, and finishing. Then come forty fabulous projects for everyone from beginners to experienced crocheters: A pom-pom capelet, a retro clutch purse, an "Anarchy Irony Hat," an "Orange You Glad Bag," a "Doris Daymat," a beach-ready bikini, animal iPod cozies, a kid's sock monkey afghan, and so much more! These are definitely not your grandma's doilies. "[An] entrée to sexed-up hookwork . . . Stoller provides everything short of the hook and yarn a crafter will need to learn how to crochet . . . This latest entry into the Stitch 'N Bitch canon is sure to be another bestseller." — Publishers Weekly

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AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary - Andrea Rangel Cover Art

AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary

AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary 200 Modern Knitting Motifs by Andrea Rangel

Break the rules. Knit outside the lines! AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary takes an unexpected look at stranded colorwork with 200 new motifs. These unique colorwork charts are perfect for the creative knitter looking to break away from the ordinary. Derived from graphic design elements, these fresh, fun motifs include everything from geometric mountains, waves, and spirals to modern bikes, skulls, and sheep. Dive into color knitting with confidence with a section on reading charts, working floats, and choosing colors. Learn how stranded colorwork can be used in design with five accompanying projects including mitts, cowls, and sweaters. AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary is the perfect gift for knitters looking for fun pattern ideas or new stitches. Get inspired to break the rules and use your imagination to modify, deconstruct, and combine motifs to create your own unique designs.

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Knitting for Olive - Knitting for Olive Cover Art

Knitting for Olive

Knitting for Olive Twenty Modern Knitting Patterns from the Iconic Danish Brand by Knitting for Olive

Discover twenty stunning, timeless knitting patterns, from cult Scandinavian brand Knitting for Olive. This book includes twenty gorgeous, accessible knitting patterns, and includes both brand new designs and a selection of tried and tested fan-favorites. There is a project here for everyone; the designs vary in difficulty, and cover a range of sweaters, tops, cardigans, hats, and scarves. Each project includes a full pattern, explanation, and four-color photographs. There is a techniques section at the back of the book to provide the knitter with any extra information they need to tackle every piece in the book.     Fully illustrated with beautiful and stylish photography, this book will take you straight to the heart of the world of Knitting for Olive, and show you how to create your own contemporary, Scandinavian-inspired pieces. Projects include: Chunky Rib Sweater December Hat & Olive Scarf Waffle Sweater Olive Top It's Not A Sweatshirt Karl Johan Sweater Simple and Simple Sweater Puff Tee

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KnitOvation Stitch Dictionary - Andrea Rangel Cover Art

KnitOvation Stitch Dictionary

KnitOvation Stitch Dictionary 150+ Modern Colorwork Knitting Motifs by Andrea Rangel

A brand new stitch dictionary from the author of the wildly popular, AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary . KnitOvation includes more than 150 brand new colorwork motifs to expand knitters' creative possibilities and draw them further into the world of stranded knitting with clever, quirky, and beautiful motifs including botanicals, animals, and geometric patterns. The motifs are accompanied by a selection of accessory and garment designs to illustrate how the motifs can be used, and technical information on new topics including using charts and adding flourishes with duplicate stitch.     More knitters than ever are enjoying colorwork, so now is a fantastic time to give them another tool for their knitting toolbox. Whether you’re looking for new colorwork motifs, knitting techniques, or pattern ideas, KnitOvation makes a great gift for experienced knitters or for beginners looking for inspiration.

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The Bust DIY Guide to Life - Laurie Henzel & Debbie Stoller Cover Art

The Bust DIY Guide to Life

The Bust DIY Guide to Life Making Your Way Through Every Day by Laurie Henzel & Debbie Stoller

Get the know-how to do it yourself: "This lifestyle manual will come in handy when you need anything from a headache remedy to a dirt-cheap wedding." — Entertainment Weekly   The modern appeal of "do-it-yourself" projects has a broader reach than ever. And who better to teach us how to DIY our lives than the über-crafty editors of  BUST , the quirky, raw, and real magazine "for women who have something to get off their chests"? In  The BUST DIY Guide to Life , magazine founders Debbie Stoller (of Stitch 'n Bitch fame) and Laurie Henzel have culled more than 250 of the best DIY and craft projects from its 15-year history. Organized by category—beauty and health, fashion, food and entertaining, career, finance, travel, and sex—and written in  BUST 's trademark brazen and witty style, this quintessential DIY encyclopedia from the quintessential DIY magazine is eclectic, empowering, hilarious, and downright practical, truly capturing the spirit of women today.

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Stitch, Fabric & Thread - Elizabeth Healey Cover Art

Stitch, Fabric & Thread

Stitch, Fabric & Thread An Inspirational Guide for Creative Stitchers by Elizabeth Healey

A beautiful sewing reference guide full of exercises designed to inspire great ideas and motivate readers of all skill levels to create.   This inventive book is a treasure trove of over 40 inspiring practical exercises, a rich and creative exploration of fabric and stitch, and a fascinating all-round read. Elizabeth Healey's approach to sewing is that it should be fun, and not like a chore or an exam we need to excel in. Her aim is to simply encourage you to pick up a needle and thread and get sewing!   The exercises draw inspiration from around the world: create corded works of art inspired by Milton Glaser's iconic Bob Dylan poster; craft bold embroidered African masks; layer up and cut away to make Mola applique; use bleach and fabric paint to create Aboriginal dreamtime lizards; create knotted works of art inspired by ancient Mayan counting systems; embroider varsity cross-stitch letters; or try out decorative Japanese book binding. Alternatively, try a host of other techniques such as quilting, printing, dyeing, couching tumbled crockery, creating pleats and puckers, and needle lace.   Packed with stitch galleries and bursting with slow sewing ideas, the book also contains "behind the stitches" features: illuminating insights into sewing movements such as Boro textiles, Gee's Bend quilting, and Dorset buttons.

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Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks - Patty Lyons Cover Art

Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks

Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks Over 70 Sanity Saving Hacks for Better Knitting by Patty Lyons

Now with darker text (4th printing). Do you wish your knitting was better and that you had an expert knitter by your side to help you when it goes wrong? Then this is the book for you - it even has a special lay-flat binding so you can keep your hands on your needles. Patty Lyons is an expert in all things knitting related - she will help you sort out your gauge, unpick problems like twisted stitches and generally spruce up your knitting know-how in this pocket-sized reference book packed full of her purls of wisdom. Patty is a well-known knitting 'agony aunt' and she will hold your hand as you tackle the problems that often beset knitters and get in the way of beautiful finished projects. This handy guide will always be by your side to help you unravel your yarn problems and get you back on track. Packed full of practical advice for knitters as well as step-by-step instructions for a whole raft of knitting issues, this is the ultimate guide for anyone who's ever picked up yarn and a set of needles. This isn't like other how to knit books with basic information about casting on and how to form stitches (although there is a handy how-to reference section at the back for when you need a refresher), this is a book about the why of knitting. Not about why we knit but about why we knit the way we do. By digging deeper into the why Patty doesn't just fix your knitting problems she helps you to truly understand why the yarn/stitches/needles/tension are acting in a certain way and how to fix any issues. She starts by looking at the basics and explores the anatomy of a stitch, examining how this affects the look, feel and shape of the finished knitted fabrics and how different knitting techniques affect the finished outcome. Patty examines the problems caused by common mistakes that many knitters make without even noticing before diving into more complex knitting issues and how to trouble shoot them. All of Patty's techniques and tips are illustrated with detailed step-by-step artworks for absolute clarity. And, as you'd expect from a Patty Lyons book, there is a healthy scattering of humour and irreverence thoughout; you might take knitting seriously but you don't have to be serious while knitting! Make your knitting journey compete with companion title, Patty Lyons Knitting Bag of Tricks; The Official Workbook , which is now available.

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Stitch 'n Bitch - Debbie Stoller Cover Art

Stitch 'n Bitch

Stitch 'n Bitch The Knitter's Handbook by Debbie Stoller

The New York Times –bestselling, essential guide for chicks with sticks—because knit happens. From the tools of the trade to the knitty-gritty of techniques and patterns, all with easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrated techniques. Stockinette stitch, rib stitch, seed stitch. Increasing and decreasing. All the bells and whistles: fringes, tassels, cables, intarsia, crab stitch, and Fair Isle. Plus the stitch doctor's own special bag of tricks and how to hook up with other knitters. After the how-tos come the why-to: forty hop, stylish patterns, as good for beginners as they are for purely pros. Featuring: Coney Island fireworks scarfPunk rock backpackCrickets technicolor techno-coziesPippi knee-stockingsBig bad baby blanketTo-dye-for sweaterPrincess Snowball cat bedQueen of Hearts bikini "Will undoubtedly appeal to this new generation of knitters . . . Informative, colorful and full of attitude, this book is the perfect primer for twenty- and thirty-somethings looking to take on this hip "new" hobby." — Publishers Weekly "This sassy-looking book offers a little bit of everything . . . it is Stoller's commentary about knitting, its history, and why young women are knitting again that gets the book off to a rip-roaring start." — Booklist

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Stitch 'n Bitch Nation - Debbie Stoller Cover Art

Stitch 'n Bitch Nation

Stitch 'n Bitch Nation by Debbie Stoller

The New York Times– bestselling author presents a collection of unique and imaginative knitting patterns created by designers across the country. From Debbie Stoller, Stitch 'n Bitch Nation features fifty hip, even funkier and more fabulous patterns by Stitch 'n Bitch designers, who come from San Francisco to Brooklyn, Chicago to Cambridge to St. Paul, Minnesota. The Om Yoga Mat Bag. Felted Monster Slippers. The London Calling Union Jack Sweater, because even punks get cold in winter. A Double-Duty Shrug. Polka Dot Tankini. That '70s Poncho. The Boob Tube. Spiderweb Capelet, Cabled Newsboy Cap, Chunky Baby Booties and Baby Bunny Hat. And the most ingenious project, a Knit-Your-Own Rock Star doll—with a choice of Joey Ramone or Henry Rollins. All designs are complete with full-color photographs and step-by-step instructions, and are made from sexy, contemporary yarns, including multicolored angora, alpaca, lace, and mohair. Includes the best tips, shortcuts, and techniques from Stitch 'n Bitchers, profiles of knitters and their groups, and a how-to refresher on all the stitches used in the book. Fashion photography by Karen PearsonIllustrations by Adrienne Yan Debbie Stoller's Stitch 'n' Bitch series: Stitch 'n' Bitch: The Knitter's HandbookStitch 'n' Bitch: Superstar KnittingSon of Stitch 'n' Bitch: forty-five Projects to Knit & Crochet for Men

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Son of Stitch 'n Bitch - Debbie Stoller Cover Art

Son of Stitch 'n Bitch

Son of Stitch 'n Bitch 45 Projects to Knit and Crochet for Men by Debbie Stoller

Debbie Stoller knows that at least half the projects women knit are intended for the men in their lives. She also knows that knitting for a boyfriend or husband or father is full of pitfalls. The answer Son of Stitch 'N Bitch , the hip, smart knitter's guide to knitting for men. A "knitting superstar" ( San Francisco Chronicle ) and author of the New York Times bestselling Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook and other Stitch 'N Bitch books, Debbie Stoller combines fashion savvy with uncommon knitting sense. Here's how to get the right sweater measurement (because size definitely matters)—and why never to bring him along to pick out the yarn. Why "what's your favorite color" is a dangerous question—and how you can't go wrong with luxury yarns for even the most rugged of boyfriends. Best of all, here are 45 edgy, hipster patterns that are guy-vetted and approved, many designed by male master-knitters or women with men as design partners. Here's the Night & Day double-sided Brooklyn Bridge scarf. The Biker Boy sweater with a patch on the shoulder to protect against messenger bag wear and tear. Lucky Socks—think rat pack at the casino. Skull Isle Cap & Mitts. The Ernie sweater. Hangover Helpers—stuffed plush "beermeister" and "whiskey bottle" pillows. The Retropolitan Cardigan, with a geek-chic take on Mr. Rogers. Plus Man Hands (fingerless gloves), a Hackie Sack Hoodie, Pinup Girl Illusion scarf (oh, behave!), and more.

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Beginner's Guide to Blackwork - Lesley Wilkins Cover Art

Beginner's Guide to Blackwork

Beginner's Guide to Blackwork by Lesley Wilkins

Inspired by the past, Lesley Wilkins illustrates her techniques with a whole host of wonderful designs - flowers, plants, birds, animals and figures. She covers everything - from the materials to use and working with a chart, to getting started and how to stitch. Patterns are created by small stitched units which are combined in many different ways - some heavily textured, some delicate and light. Borders can be built up by repeating and joining motifs. Clear step-by-step photographs accompany the author's comprehensive instructions, and the motifs, borders, fill-in patterns and images are all charted, with inspirational pictures of embroideries showing how to build up finished designs.

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The Rubik's Cube in 5 Days: From Scrambled to Solved - Jackey, Zheng Cover Art

The Rubik's Cube in 5 Days: From Scrambled to Solved

The Rubik's Cube in 5 Days: From Scrambled to Solved by Jackey, Zheng

This book is to learn how to solve the Rubik's cube, separated in 5 days. Written by World Record Holder Jackey Zheng, who has competed in competitions locally and internationally.   Jackey Zheng is 16 years old when writing this book. He has been speedcubing since August 2016. Jackey broke the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to solve a Square-1 of a time of 4.95 seconds. Jackey is currently a high school sophomore at Great Neck South High School in New York. Jackey is also teaching younger kids both in the US and China how to solve the Rubik’s cube in his free time.

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Elm Creek Quilts - Jennifer Chiaverini & Nancy Odom Cover Art

Elm Creek Quilts

Elm Creek Quilts Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts Novels by Jennifer Chiaverini & Nancy Odom

"The Quilter's Apprentice" was just the beginning. Join Jennifer Chiaverini and Nancy Odom in creating quilts inspired by Jennifer's best-selling Elm Creek Quilts novels. Now you can make the Elm Creek Medallion or any of a dozen designs inspired by beloved characters such as Sylvia, Sarah, Andrew, and Bonnie. • 12 quilt projects inspired by all 4 Elm Creek novels, ranging from Sarah's Sampler and the Elm Creek Medallion to Sylvia's Broken Star and the Runaway Quilt • Every quilt tells a story of its own, for both longtime fans and those just discovering the appeal of Elm Creek • Designs for all skill levels and styles presented in friendly Elm Creek fashion • Introduction by Jennifer Chiaverini - read about how the Elm Creek Quilts novels got started

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Not Your Grandmother's Log Cabin - Sara Nephew & Marci Baker Cover Art

Not Your Grandmother's Log Cabin

Not Your Grandmother's Log Cabin by Sara Nephew & Marci Baker

Shake up your Log Cabin with a 60° ruler! Best-selling authors Marci Baker and Sara Nephew are back with a new slant on the classic Log Cabin. This updated second edition includes 6 amazing new patterns, for a total of 40 projects! Use the 10" Clearview Triangle ruler, also sold by C&T Publishing for fast and easy cutting. A robust "design your own" section with setting shapes, alternate blocks, and border options will help you uncover infinite possibilities. This fully illustrated guide includes easy-to-use troubleshooting tips and detailed material lists for all the quilts. • 40 projects from best-selling authors Marci Baker and Sara Nephew • For fast and easy cutting use 10" Clearview Triangle ruler, also sold by C&T Pubishing • "You can design it" section with tips to inspire your own creations

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Beginner's Guide to Canvaswork Embroidery - Kate Haxell Cover Art

Beginner's Guide to Canvaswork Embroidery

Beginner's Guide to Canvaswork Embroidery Over 30 Stitches for Canvaswork by Kate Haxell

Dive into the dimensions of this beautiful counted thread technique with this guide for novices from the author of The Stitch Bible . Learn the basic stitches and essential techniques to create beautiful canvaswork embroidery with this comprehensive guide. Every stitch has clear step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by coloured diagrams, making it easy to create impressive embroidered designs. This short book also includes instructions for two projects—a modern bargello cushion and a whimsical clutch purse. Praise for Kate Haxell's The Stitch Bible "A comprehensive guide. It's such a modern and up to date book yet it wonderfully covers many types of traditional stitch from Blackwork, Hardanger, Crewel, and Goldwork all the way to the anything goes of Freestyle Embroidery. Great for folks wondering where to start, this book has projects. Beautifully presented and easy to follow, The Stitch Bible would make a top notch gift to self or others." — Peaceofpi Studio

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Needlepoint: A Modern Stitch Directory - Emma Homent Cover Art

Needlepoint: A Modern Stitch Directory

Needlepoint: A Modern Stitch Directory Over 100 creative stitches and techniques for tapestry embroidery by Emma Homent

The ultimate resource for needlepoint, canvaswork and tapestry embroidery, packed with over 100 decorative stitches and techniques. You may have tried tent stitch and cross stitch and you've probably seen some Bargello popping up in craft magazines, but did you know that these are only a couple of the needlepoint stitches out there? This essential guide to needlepoint will allow you to bring far greater texture and interest to your stitching, with expert guidance on how to embroider the stitches and how to choose the best stitches for your designs. Always worked on an open-weave, grid-like canvas, even needlepoint's most decorative stitches are surprisingly easy. In this step-by-step guide, packed full of handy how-to illustrations, beginners and expert stitchers alike will feel confident enough to give every stitch a go. Alongside the stitch directory, you'll find all the information you need on materials and equipment, and 10 bite-sized projects with full-colour charts to show off your new stitching superpowers. Author Emma Homent has been pioneering the rediscovery of all the incredible stitches in her popular #stitchmondays posts on Instagram. In this book, Emma shares her passion for this traditional craft in a fresh and contemporary way, with a desirable modern aesthetic for a new generation of needlepointers. You'll learn about the tools and materials needed, how to organise threads, and how to frame up your canvas for stitching. Over 100 stitches are demonstrated with both photos and diagrams, with 10 easy and accessible projects to help ease you into trying out some of the fancier stitches - including a glasses case, plant hanger, accessories, gifts and more. Emma also shares her guidance on what stitches are best for backgrounds, for filling large areas more quickly, and which are best for adding structure and interest. Whether you are a keen embroiderer or an absolute beginner, this invaluable guide is your go-to resource for everything needlepoint.

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Quilt Colour Workshop - Tacha Bruecher, Brioni Greenberg, Lynne Goldsworthy & John Adams Cover Art

Quilt Colour Workshop

Quilt Colour Workshop by Tacha Bruecher, Brioni Greenberg, Lynne Goldsworthy & John Adams

What makes a brilliant color combination? An inspiring, idea-filled guide to color theory and how to use it in your quilting projects! This useful guide shares the secrets of successfully using color in your quilting. Discover more about color theory and how to use it in the context of quilting, then apply this theory to practical projects, from quilts and cushions, to wall hangings, table runners and bags. Featuring six color-themed sections with block ideas for every color theory combination, it offers plenty of inspiration for you to create colorful projects! Contributing members of the quilting and sewing e-zine team at Fat Quarterly include Brioni Greenberg, John Adams, Tacha Bruecher and Lynne Goldsworthy.

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Tunisian Crochet Stitch Dictionary - Anna Nikipirowicz Cover Art

Tunisian Crochet Stitch Dictionary

Tunisian Crochet Stitch Dictionary 150 Essential Stitches with Actual-Size Swatches, Charts, and Step-by-Step Photos by Anna Nikipirowicz

The ultimate all-in-one crochet stitch guide,  Tunisian Crochet Stitch Dictionary  is a must-have crochet book that's an essential resource for anyone in the crochet and knitting community! Featuring 150 of the most popular and most used Tunisian crochet stitches, this reference book is filled with step-by-step instructions and coordinating photographs to help you achieve stitch after stitch, from beginner to advanced. From basic stitches, fans, shells, and cables to lace, waves, chevron, cross stitches, and more, a detailed section on essential crochet skills, techniques, and other fundamentals are also included. Additionally, actual-size stitch samples, helpful charts, and hook sizes are featured, as well as consistent yarn weight being used throughout for easy stitch comparison. A collection of both classic and new Tunisian crochet stitches, this guide is intentionally designed to keep needlecrafters of all skill levels occupied and inspired for years to come! Anna Nikipirowicz is a skilled crochet and knit designer, tutor, and author. Her work is regularly featured in  Inside Crochet  and other craft magazines, and she is also a regular on Yarn Lane TV.

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Get Started in Finger Knitting - Sabrina-Rose Benedict Cover Art

Get Started in Finger Knitting

Get Started in Finger Knitting Patterns and Instructions for Making Chunky Blankets, Cozy Pillows, and Cute Stuffies by Hand by Sabrina-Rose Benedict

From viral internet sensation Sabrina-Rose Benedict of Sab's Stuffies comes a step-by-step guide to hand-knitting blankets, pillows, and adorable critters from chunky yarn—no tools required! Readers will discover the cozy, calming art of needle-free knitting with the ultimate guide from Sabrina-Rose Benedict, the influencer behind the wildly popular finger knitting trend. With over 1 million followers online, Sabrina brings readers a fun, accessible way to create beautiful projects without any complicated tools. Readers will start with the basics, learning the best yarns to use and mastering foundational techniques. Then they will dive into 17 super-soft, beginner-friendly projects, including a cozy blanket, a pillow, and several adorable animals. Readers can even level up with projects like a quirky elephant that'll show off their new skills! Whether readers are looking to relax or get creative, they'll love this simple, satisfying craft that's taking the online world by storm.

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The Paper Florist - Suzi Mclaughlin Cover Art

The Paper Florist

The Paper Florist Create and display stunning paper flowers by Suzi Mclaughlin

Paper flowers are not only beautiful, but also incredibly versatile. They can be used to create everything from simple home decorations and gorgeous gifts to unique centrepieces and decorative bouquets, all made from the most basic and inexpensive materials. Suzi McLaughlin's step-by-step tutorials cover a beautiful array of flowers - including bluebells, peonies, poppies, cherry blossom and more - and teach everything you need to know. Make delicate, lifelike flowers, or let your imagination run wild and use Suzi's techniques to create playful hybrids. The flowers are accompanied by templates for every shape used in the book, as well as instructions on how to display your creations to their full potential. Whether you want to make a gloriously blousy bouquet, a bejewelled cherry blossom branch or an impressive floral centrepiece, this book is sure to delight and inspire.

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Make Your Own Candles - Dee Phillips Cover Art

Make Your Own Candles

Make Your Own Candles by Dee Phillips

Discover the art of candle making! Candle Making is a great hobby...or you can make candles for profit. In this book, learn how to make your own candles - Jar Candles, Votive Candles, Pillar Candles, Chunk Candles, Taper Candles and more! Get instructions and information on candle making.

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Aquascaping - George Farmer Cover Art

Aquascaping

Aquascaping A Step-by-Step Guide to Planting, Styling, and Maintaining Beautiful Aquariums by George Farmer

Learn how to create and maintain your own underwater ecosystem. Aquascaping is the art of creating beautiful aquariums with natural materials and live plants. From the brilliance of Takashi Amano and numerous other innovators, aquascapes have become a popular way to enjoy aquariums. In Aquascaping: A Step-by-Step Guide to Planting, Styling, and Maintaining Beautiful Underwater Aquariums , planted aquarium expert George Farmer teaches how to create the perfect aquascape. Included in this book are full-color photographs that will supply readers with:   • Step-by-step instructions on setting up your tank • Different styling suggestions that best suit your landscape • How to pick plants, rocks, driftwood, substrate, and aquatic life • Understanding the chemistry and biology involved in keeping a healthy aquarium • Maintenance and upkeep • And much more   Creating an underwater ecosystem is not only a rewarding experience, but can bring much peace and relaxation to your life. So whether you’re a novice aquarist or seasoned aquascaper, Aquascaping will teach you all the tricks of the trade so that your beautiful aquarium can be enjoyed by family, friends, and, most importantly, yourself.

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Quirky Amigurumi - Alleshen Hamilton Cover Art

Quirky Amigurumi

Quirky Amigurumi 30 Low-Sew Crochet Patterns for Cute & Silly Creatures by Alleshen Hamilton

Zany Creatures That Are Easy to Craft and Love Create your very own weird and fun-loving companions with this collection of simple, no- or low-sew amigurumi patterns. Led by creative pattern designer Alleshen Hamilton of GheeBeans Crafty, you can stitch up the cuddly, strange creatures of your dreams, whether you’re an adventurous beginner or an experienced crocheter. With easy-to-follow instructions and minimal sewing, you’ll be able to bring this whole collection of wacky creatures to life, like: - Shoko the Shrimp - Baxter the Blobfish - Mathas the Mothman - Bertram the Banana Slug - Penelope the Pygmy Hippo - Shirley the Soy Sauce If you want to add even more character to your companions, you’re in luck! Alleshen includes five charming crochet accessories including sweater-vests, hats, and more that will make your little buddies as cute—and as stylish—as can be. Before long, you’ll have your very own group of loveable plush creatures that are filled with personality!

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The Principles of Knitting - June Hemmons Hiatt Cover Art

The Principles of Knitting

The Principles of Knitting by June Hemmons Hiatt

Now featuring new instructions, new illustrations, and new information, The Principles of Knitting— beloved by knitters everywhere and one of the most requested out-of-print books for years—finally gets the revision that fans have been clamoring for! A treasured guide beloved by knitters everywhere, the classic book The Principles of Knitting is finally available again in a fully revised and updated edition. This is the definitive book on knitting techniques, with valuable information for everyone from beginners to experienced knitters. June Hiatt presents not only a thorough, thoughtful approach to the craft, but also a passion for carrying on the art of knitting to future generations. She has repeatedly tested the various techniques and presents them with clear, easy-to-follow instructions—as well as an explanation of what each one can contribute to your knitting. Informed by decades of experience and thousands of hours of practice, this comprehensive resource offers a variety of ways to approach every skill and technique and offers solutions that can help solve the most challenging aspects of any knitting project. The Principles of Knitting has been totally rewritten—new instructions, new illustrations, and new information. While the basics of knitting have not changed much, June’s understanding of the material has deepened over the last twenty-five years, and she’s eager to share what she has learned with the knitting world. In addition, the book has been reorganized to make it easier to use and has a gorgeous new design. Reading The Principles of Knitting is like having a knitting mentor by your side who can answer any knitting question you have in an honest, intelligent, informed manner.

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Crochet Stitch Dictionary - Sarah Hazell Cover Art

Crochet Stitch Dictionary

Crochet Stitch Dictionary 200 Essential Stitches with Step-by-Step Photos by Sarah Hazell

A great gift for new and experienced crocheters alike, Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers 200 stitches with detailed written, charted, and photographed instructions. With colorful and eye-catching "candy-box" sampler pages that start every section, this essential book presents hundreds of stitches organized in 10 color-coded sections:  - Basic stitches - Fans & Shells - Bobbles & Clusters - Spike stitches - Post stitches - Mesh & Filet - Cable stitches - Tunisian stitches, and more! Each stitch pattern shows a large finished swatch in actual size, along with step-by-step photo instructions that clearly explain where the yarn goes each step of the way. Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers excellent useful instruction and inspiration for all crocheters.

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The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters - Ann Budd Cover Art

The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters

The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes and Gauges by Ann Budd

Fiber and yarn enthusiasts nationwide will celebrate Ann Budd's latest addition to The Knitter's Handy Book series. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this handy book offers instructions for knitting four basic sweater types: circular yoke, raglan,  set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges and for a broad age group. Following the basics for each of the four sweater types are three diverse patterns from top designers that illustrate some of the many ways that instructions can be used as springboards for creative expression, including color, texture, and shaping variations. Also included for intermediate to advanced knitters are personal design touches, detailed charts, clear instruction, and quick tips to expand knitting possibilities and maintain creative originality. A key reference for knitters of all skill levels, this is the new essential knitting resource on your bookshelf.

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Cigar Basics: A Guide for Newbies - Gunnar Lawrence Cover Art

Cigar Basics: A Guide for Newbies

Cigar Basics: A Guide for Newbies by Gunnar Lawrence

Cigars are a phenomenon that just won't go away. Steeped in tradition and culture, cigar smoking attracts newbies every day. But where to start, how to choose, cut and light a cigar. And just what is it that the cigar makers don't want you to know? Lots of information that will help you save hundreds of dollars on humidors, lighters and yes, even cigars.

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Socks from the Toe Up - Wendy D. Johnson Cover Art

Socks from the Toe Up

Socks from the Toe Up by Wendy D. Johnson

Discover a new approach to sock knitting with Wendy D. Johnson and Socks from the Toe Up . This approach, made famous by her popular blog WendyKnits.net, will turn even the most reluctant knitter into a toe-up nut. Knitting a sock from the toe up saves yarn and always gives a perfect fit. And? No grafting! Wendy provides all the how-tos, tips, and techniques you need, as well as the pros and cons behind all of the cast-on, toe, heel, and bind-off options, gleaned from her years of experience. With more than 20 fun and beautiful patterns, Socks from the Toe Up has a sock for every foot. Whether you like bold textures or hearts and flowers, delicate lace or Bavarian cables, you (and your feet) will be covered here. Even if you’re casting on your first sock, or have been a top-down sock knitter for ages, you’ll find patterns and projects here that’ll keep your needles humming. Socks from the Toe Up is the hands-down best guide for toe-up socks.

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Legions Imperialis: Rulebook - Games Workshop Cover Art

Legions Imperialis: Rulebook

Legions Imperialis: Rulebook Games Workshop by Games Workshop

Epic Battles in The Age of Darkness Warhammer: The Horus Heresy – Legions Imperialis is a tabletop wargame in which players command vast armies of superhuman Space Marines, brave Solar Auxilia, the Titans of the Collegia Titanica, and a host of other forces.  Set during the Age of Darkness, a terrible era in which the Imperium of Mankind has descended into civil war, each player takes on the role of general, their forces represented on the tabletop by detailed epic scale miniatures.  This 240-page ePub is your complete guide to fighting massive battles set during the Horus Heresy, and contains essential information about collecting and gaming with epic scale miniatures. Inside, you will find: - Age of Darkness: This background and history behind this galactic conflict, from the first days of the Emperor's Great Crusade to the fiery depths of the Horus Heresy, complete with a timeline which highlights the epic battles that defined this era. - Core Rules: The fundamental rules for playing games of Legions Imperialis, including general principles, orders, combat, weapons and special rules, missions, terrain, and more. - Factions: Full rules for the Formations, Detachments, squads, and weapons employed by each of these factions, as well as in-depth lore detailing their order of battle. - Legiones Astartes: The Space Marine Legions of power-armoured supersoldiers and mighty tanks that spearheaded the Great Crusade, including special rules for each of the 18 Legions.  - Solar Auxilia: The mortal soldiers and massed vehicles that served as the elite frontline corps of the Imperial Army, fighting in support of the Legiones Astartes or as a force in their own right.  - Strategic Assets: The looming Titans of the Collegia Titanica and the proud Knight Households that often fought alongside them, god-machines of war that tower over the battlefield. - Hobby Showcase: A photographic showcase of stunning epic scale 'Eavy Metal models and six Legions Imperialis armies from different hobbyists, including commentary on how they chose to collect, build, and paint that faction. - Reference Section: A quick and convenient list of all the unit statistics and weapon profiles in the book, perfect for keeping track of your army in the heat of battle. Please note that the Detachments on pages 130-212 have now been replaced with updated rules, which you can find in the Legions Imperialis – Liber Strategia book, available separately.

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Woodworking - DK Cover Art

Woodworking

Woodworking The Complete Step-by-Step Manual by DK

Get started on your woodwork practice with this ultimate guide to essential carpentry skills, techniques, tools, tips, and tricks. Complete and easy directions for key skills, from simple joinery techniques to more involved woodworking projects, with clear helpful photographs. Key carpentry skills, from simple joinery techniques to fine woodworking projects, through clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs. New carpenters will learn about the essential tools needed and the principles of basic design and practice crucial techniques like wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration. Experienced crafters will enjoy enhancing their skills and learning something new. We'll make sure you choose the right wood for the job and find more than 100 hard and softwoods, plus their properties, in our handy directory. Put your skills into practice with 28 DIY woodworking projects. This carpentry book will show you how to create home accessories, furnishings, outdoor projects, workshop projects, and more. This reference book provides all the information you need to become a master carpenter and have a houseful of fine furnishings to show for the effort! Everything You Need to Know About Woodworking Woodworking is a complete illustrated carpentry course with comprehensive and extensive photos to show you how to become a craftsman. You'll have all the information you need to start your projects right away with simple step-by-step instructions. It also makes a fantastic gift for hobby carpenters. Inside, you'll discover: - Tools: Understand how to use hand, power, and machine tools, and choose the right wood for every job. - Techniques: Follow clear, step-by-step instructions to master all key woodworking techniques. - Projects: Put your skills into practice to create well-crafted and practical objects, from a wine rack to a chest of drawers.

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The Shabby Chic Home - Rachel Ashwell Cover Art

The Shabby Chic Home

The Shabby Chic Home by Rachel Ashwell

Shabby Chic designer Rachel Ashwell shows readers how to turn any house or apartment into a comfortable, functional, beautiful, and stylish home, in this bestselling guide to getting the most out of flea-market finds and vintage treasures.

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House Love - Patric Richardson & Karin Miller Cover Art

House Love

House Love A Joyful Guide to Cleaning, Organizing, and Loving the Home You’re In by Patric Richardson & Karin Miller

Discover the joy of cleaning with this cheery and thoughtful guide to tidying up and turning your house into a home. Patric Richardson is known as “The Laundry Evangelist,” but his genuine love for household chores extends far beyond the laundry room. His philosophy is simple: tidying up is a privilege and a task you do for those you love (including yourself), and there are a million ways to infuse joy into the everyday tasks behind maintaining a home. House Love is his sunny guide to freshening up every inch of the house—from the entryway to the attic, the backyard to the bedroom. Patric shares his best design inspiration, DIY projects, and, of course, cleaning tips, so you can fall in love with your home all over again—or for the very first time! This book also grants you permission to shake things up. Keep bath salts in a cookie jar? Sure. Display a surprising mishmash of pillows? You bet. Discover your personal design style? He helps you do that too. Plus, Patric’s cleaning genius will change your life, with expert advice like: Which three cleaning tools are worth splurging onHow to create a powerful (and antibacterial) cleaning spray with lemon and thymeWhat exactly to clean when you only have 10 minutes to spare Complete with fun-to-clean-to playlists, charming recipes, and even step-by-step instructions for cleaning every type of room, House Love brightens up life’s most common chores. With this book, you’ll learn new and novel ways to transform your home, and Patric’s entertaining stories, good humor, and genuine warmth will guide you every step of the way.

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Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible - Hitomi Shida & Gayle Roehm Cover Art

Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible

Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible 260 Exquisite Patterns by Hitomi Shida by Hitomi Shida & Gayle Roehm

In the Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible knitting guru Hitomi Shida shares some of her favorite needlework patterns. Shida's strikingly original designs and variations on every imaginable classic stitch result in intricate patterns that form the basis for beautiful and unique knitted fashions. This is the perfect book for the experienced knitter who is looking for new stitches that yield spectacular results! This Japanese knitting book features a wide range of rewarding and intricate stitches including: cables popcorn stitches twisted stitches edgings and many more…A set of detailed, step-by-step diagrams show you how to execute all the basic stitches. Instructions and diagrams for a series of small projects offer practice working with large patterns, lacy patterns, pattern arrangement and round yokes among other things. The knitting projects include: A classic hat made using large patterns An elegant scarf in lacy patterns The ever-popular fingerless mittens Thick socks that can be made using various patterns A feminine collar using round stitching And much more! Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible represents a whole new adventure for knitters and is sure to become a valued reference for beginning knitters and experts alike.

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Necromunda: House Of Faith - Games Workshop Cover Art

Necromunda: House Of Faith

Necromunda: House Of Faith Games Workshop by Games Workshop

From the outside, other Necromundans see House Cawdor as bonepickers, scavengers and beggars, little better than hive rats. But House Cawdor has faith, a faith so strong that it has been saved from extinction where so many other Clan Houses have succumbed to the march of time or other disasters. Get the ultimate guide to House Cawdor. This 136-page book features the definitive history of the House and rules for fielding the eight different types of fighters available to House Cawdor – Word-Keepers, Priests, Firebrands, Deacons, Cawdor Brethren, Redemptionist Brethren, Bonepickers, and Zealots. It's ideal for fans of House Cawdor or anyone who wants to delve deeper into the dark side of the underhive. Inside this ebook you will find: – House Cawdor History and Background: An expansive and extensive background on the origins of House Cawdor and how it went on to become the largest clan on Necromunda. – House Cawdor Gang List: All the rules you need in order to field a Van Saar Gang in games of Necromunda, including rules for using Redemptionists in your gangs or for fielding gangs made entirely of these flaming zealots. – Hangers-on and Brutes: Rules for hiring Hangers-on and Brutes for your Gang, including Cawdor-specific ones and for using them in games of Necromunda. – Hired Guns: Rules for using Bounty Hunters, House Agents, and Hive Scum. – Strong Alliances: Rules for forming alliances with three organisations that House Van Saar has connections with, including the Corpse Guild, Rogue Factoria, and House Kpiron – the Noble House that backs the House of Faith. – Additional Rules: This section includes new and additional rules usable by House Cawdor gangs in games of Necromunda, providing Cawdor players a variety of options, including Skills, Abilities, and gang-specific terrain. – Weapon Reference Chart: A comprehensive weapons reference chart for all weapons and wargear available to House Cawdor and their Allies. – House Cawdor Gang Tactics: A D66 table of Gang Tactics for use in Scenarios. – Dramatis Personae: Rules for hiring and using four brand-new Dramatis Personae characters in your games of Necromunda. This is an expansion to Necromunda – you'll need a copy of the Necromunda Rulebook or the Necromunda: Dark Uprising Rulebook to use the contents of this book.

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Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing - Reader's Digest Cover Art

Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing

Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing by Reader's Digest

An indispensable volume for beginning and advanced sewers alike that guides readers through necessary equipment, techniques, fabrics and more. First published in 1976, Reader’s Digest’s popular Complete Guide to Sewing has become the standard stich-and-seam reference book for both beginner and seasoned sewers. Now, Reader’s Digest has refreshed this tried-and-true volume for the modern era, adapting it to current trends while preserving the comprehensive, practical and inspiring content within. Reader’s Digest Complete Guide to Sewing gives sewers of every experience and comfort level everything they need to know to create the wardrobe of their dreams and beautify their homes with original decorative accents. Clear, simple instructions written by experts in the field tell you what to do and how to do it. Plus, thousands of illustrations and diagrams throughout the book’s 384 pages illustrate each stage of the process. Key elements of the book include: • A detailed list of the basic equipment you’ll need before getting started sewing. • Tips for choosing the right fabric for your project. • A step-by-step photo guide that shows you how to take measurements. • Instructions in a variety of essential hand-stitching techniques. • 20 timeless projects— more than half of them new to this edition—to practice your skills including shirts, dresses, bags, and more. Plus, the book has received endorsements from a variety of trusted sources: “…and I always recommend the Reader’s Digest Guide to Sewing . It’s very comprehensive and very user-friendly.” —Tim Gunn “…abundant and precise line art, enticing photographs, simple-to-follow instructions and valuable information on tools, supplies, materials and techniques.” —The New York Times “A woman who takes sewing seriously, or who wants to learn to sew, won’t want to be without this book.” —Portland Oregon Journal “Here is everything you always wanted to know about sewing—a veritable encyclopedia of stitching facts.” —The Austin American Statesman

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The Perfect Edge - Ron Hock Cover Art

The Perfect Edge

The Perfect Edge The Ultimate Guide to Sharpening for Woodworkers by Ron Hock

Sharp Tools Work Better! If you've never experienced the pleasure of using a really sharp tool, you're missing one of the real pleasures of woodworking. In The Perfect Edge , the mystery of the elusive sharp edge is solved by long-time sharpening expert and tool maker Ron Hock. You'll soon find how easy and safe hand tools are to use. This book covers all the different sharpening methods so you can either improve your sharpening techniques using your existing set-up, or determine which one will best suit you needs and budget. Ron shows you the tricks and offers expert advice to sharpen all your woodworking tools, plus a few around-the-house tools that also deserve a perfect edge.

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How To Build Shaker Furniture - Tom Moser Cover Art

How To Build Shaker Furniture

How To Build Shaker Furniture The Complete Updated & Improved Classic by Tom Moser

The Shakers produced many incredible furniture objects that we continue to venerate today. For the woodworker the fascination is often rooted in the essential simplicity of the work. Interest in Shaker design is as strong today as it was when the first edition of this book was published in 1977, possibly stronger. This ongoing interest is the direct result of the inherent beauty of Shaker design—beauty that stems not only from form, but from superb workmanship, a commitment to utility and a total understanding of material.

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Backyard Sugarin' - Rink Mann Cover Art

Backyard Sugarin'

Backyard Sugarin' A Complete How-To Guide by Rink Mann

From buying equipment to tapping your own trees to boiling the sap, this is the classic, best-selling guide to making maple syrup This little book swept maple sugarin’ buffs off their feet when it first appeared and is still the top-selling guide to the craft after over 40 years in print. Backyard Sugarin’ tells you how you can make maple syrup right in your own backyard without having to build a sap house or buy buckets, holding tanks, evaporators, and other expensive paraphernalia. This new edition also features a foreword by maple expert Michael Farrell, author of The Sugarmaker’s Companion, who provides a contemporary look back at the old-school techniques presented in this book. With detailed “how-to” information and tips from sugarers across the country, this is the only maple sugaring guide you’ll ever need.

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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop - Karen Karon Cover Art

Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop

Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop Techniques and Projects for Weaving with Wire by Karen Karon

Discover the ultimate technique-based guide for one of the top trends in jewelry making--chain maille. In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop , you'll find more than two dozen techniques for making today's most popular chain maille weaves--from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate Dragonscale. Jewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth, step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring. You'll also get a thorough but flexible approach to techniques that prove weaving can be done in a multitude of ways and demonstrations on "speed weaving," which is ideal for large projects. Designs progressively increase in complexity, so every jewelry maker--beginner or pro--will find inspiration and projects that suite their skill level. What's more to love? Every chapter provides a unique jewelry project and a plethora of design advice, visual inspiration, shortcuts, tips, and tricks, as well as guidance for attaching clasps and findings. It's no wonder that Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop is the ideal resource for innovation and originality in chain maille jewelry making.

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LaFosse & Alexander's Origami Flowers Ebook - Michael G. LaFosse & Richard L. Alexander Cover Art

LaFosse & Alexander's Origami Flowers Ebook

LaFosse & Alexander's Origami Flowers Ebook Lifelike Paper Flowers to Brighten Up Your Life: Origami Book,with 20 Projects Downloadable Video: Great for Kids & Adults! by Michael G. LaFosse & Richard L. Alexander

Make beautiful and decorative paper flowers with this easy origami kit. World-renowned origami authors and artists Michael G. Lafosse and Richard L. Alexander present this new take on the origami art of flower folding. The flower projects range from simple to challenging. A variety of paper folding techniques are presented, which folders can modify to create their own combinations. These unique and original designs allow you to make greeting cards, gift boxes, bouquets, and stunning jewelry. Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to beautify your home—or as a wonderful gift for paper craft lovers. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. All of these projects use the simplest household tools so just unpack the origami paper and start folding right away! This origami kit contains: 96 page, full-color origami booklet Step-by-step directions Colorful diagrams and photographs Paper folding basics and tips 180 sheets of origami folding paper A variety of brilliant colors 2-1/2 hour downloadable or streamable instructional videoAuthors LaFosse and Alexander together founded Origamido Studio, a learning center and design studio specializing in exquisite handmade origami paper. Their works has appeared in window displays and museum exhibitions around the world, and are made available to a wider audience for the first time in this kit. Origami projects include: A striking Rose for Irene with interlocking Calyx Module The gracefully-curled Plumeria and Star Flowers The modular six-piece Day Lily Blossom And Many more… About the Author: Michael G. LaFosse has been an origami artist and teacher for decades, and co-curated the Origami Now! exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts. The recent award-winning film Between the Folds by Vanessa Gould features LaFosse and his work prominently. Richard L. Alexander holds a degree from Cornell University in biology; he also studied landscape architecture and design. Together, Alexander and LaFosse have created dozens of origami exhibitions, and over 70 books, kits, and videos about paper making and paper folding arts.

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The New Encyclopedia of Knots - Derek Avery Cover Art

The New Encyclopedia of Knots

The New Encyclopedia of Knots by Derek Avery

A new reference book that includes knots, turns, bends and hitches together with decorative knots, plaits, sennits and mats.

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