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Essential Perennials: The Complete Reference to 2700 Perennials for the Home Garden

Ruth Rogers Clausen · Timber Press
Pages: 426
Format: Print book

Perennials are the mainstay of any garden. But how do you choose from the thousands available, and care for the ones you already have? Essential Perennials helps you decide exactly which plants will bring you the beauty you want and will thrive in the conditions you can provide. Trusted...
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The Big Book of Wooden Locks: Complete Plans for Nine Working Wooden Locks

Tim Detweiller · Linden Publishing
Format: Book

These unique projects for making working locks entirely from wood will present an an exciting challenge to woodworkers. "The Big Book of Wooden Locks" presents all of the most popular wooden lock projects of Tim Detweiler, the "Lock Man," from his first two book. Detweiller's...
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350 Crochet Tips, Techniques, and Trade Secrets

JAN EATON · St. Martin's Griffin
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback

Give a professional finish to your crochet garments and accessories with this indispensable compendium of technical know-how and troubleshooting tips. Techniques are organized in the order that you'd need them as you work through a project, from choosing the right yarn to looking after...
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The ultimate guide to dog training : puppy training to advanced techniques plus 25 problem behaviors solved!

Teoti Anderson · I-5 Press
Format:  Print book : EnglishView all editions and formats

Dogs inherit a set of species-specific behaviors that oftentimes clash with how we want them to behave in our houses and in our lives. Training your dog means you give him the tools to understand what behaviors are acceptable. Anderson shows you easy and reliable ways to train a well-mannered...
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Easy Crochet Dishcloths: Learn to Crochet Stitch by Stitch with Modern Stashbuster Projects

Camilla Schmidt Rasmussen · Creative Publishing int'l
Pages: 60
Format: Paperback

Make your kitchen cozy--crochet your own dishcloths!Easy Crochet Dishcloths offers 11 designs that are a great way to learn to crochet, try a new yarn or use some of your stash, and create a beautiful supply of colorful, environmentally friendly, reusable cloths for cleaning, display, and gifting....
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Party: Christmas Crafts, Recipes, Activities

Matt Shay · Lark Books
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

"T""was the night before the ugly sweater soiree""A""nd all through your place, ""Y""our perfect party clothes were put away without even a trace. ""Y""our guests will drink cranberry cocktails and craft, ""W""hile...
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Beading: Techniques and Projects to Build a Lifelong Passion For Beginners Up

Jean Power · Barron'S
Pages: 160
Format: Print book

Can't get to a class or workshop that's close to home or work? No worries. This skill-building beading book let you learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever you have the time. For beginners and improvers, it's a passport to successful learning. Includes:Hundreds of detailed...
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Origami Ikebana: Create Lifelike Paper Flower Arrangements

Benjamin John Coleman · Tuttle Publishing; Paperback with DVD edition
Format: Origami Book and Instructional DVD] Paperback

The $50 Home Makeover: 75 Easy Projects to Transform Your Current Space into Your Dream Place--for $50 or Less!

Shaunna West · Adams Media
Format: Hardcover

Stunning and easy projects for less than $50 each!With The $50 Home Makeover, you can finally turn your living space into your home! This inspiring book offers 75 fun and creative ideas that will help give your place the stylish, modern look that you've always wanted--without having...
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Melissa Leapman's Designer Crochet: Accessories: Fresh new designs for hats, scarves, cowls, shawls, handbags, jewelry, and more

Melissa Leapman · Creative Publishing Inter
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Accessorize your wardrobe with one-of-a-kind crocheted pieces, following these new patterns from knit designer Melissa Leapman!Sometimes, all it takes is the right accessory to pull off a great look. And if that accessory happens to be handmade by you? All the better! In this book, popular...
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Red & White Quilting: An Iconic Tradition in 40 Blocks

LINDA PUMPHREY · Fons & Porter
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback

Stunning Versatility with Two Iconic Colors! Classic yet contemporary, red and white is one of the most iconic color combinations in quilting, inspiring designers, collectors, and major exhibits. In Red & White Quilting, award-winning quilter Linda Pumphrey celebrates this popular...
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The Mini Farming Handbook

Brett L. Markham · Skyhorse Publishing
Format: Book

Bestselling author Brett Markham’s new handbook gives us the mini farming basics along with in-depth tips on vegetable gardening, fermenting, composting, and self-sufficiency in a handy new format and design. Includes:• Soil management and making your own fertilizer •...
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365 Things to Do with LEGO Bricks

Simon Hugo · DK Publishing
Pages: 255
Format: Print book

Featuring a built-in activity selector and timer, visual tips from LEGO® fan builders, and more, this interactive book encourages creativity while teaching new building skills.365 Things to Do with LEGO Bricks inspires you to look at your LEGO bricks in new and exciting ways. This book...
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Half Yard Kids: Sew 20 colourful toys and accessories from left-over pieces of fabric

Debbie Shore · Search Pr Ltd
Pages: 96
Format: Print book

The latest title from sewing guru Debbie Shore has arrived - and it's her most fun yet! Packed with 20 colorful, inventive projects, it contains something for children of all ages. It contains a crafty fold-away easel for the young artist, a magnetic fishing game for the intrepid naturalist,...
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