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Miller's Collectibles Price Guide 2016-2017

Judith Miller · Miller's
Pages: 432
Format: Print book

"Miller's Collectibles Handbook & Price Guide 2016-2017 "is the up-to-date guide to the collectibles market no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Featuring more than 4, 000 objects in full color, each with a detailed description and current price range, the book...
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Walking with Peety: The Dog Who Saved My Life

Eric O'Grey · Grand Central Publishing
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover

Eric was 150 pounds overweight, depressed, and sick. After a lifetime of failed diet attempts, and the onset of type 2 diabetes due to his weight, Eric went to a new doctor, who surprisingly prescribed a shelter dog. And that's when Eric met Peety: an overweight, middle-aged, and forgotten...
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Adrift: A True Story of Tragedy on the Icy Atlantic and the One Who Lived to Tell about It

Brian Murphy · Da Capo Press
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover

In the tradition of bestsellers such as Dead Wake and In the Heart of the Sea, Adrift tells of thirteen victims and a tragedy at sea where every desperate act could mean life or deathThe small ship making the Liverpool-to-New York trip in the early months of 1856 carried mail, crates of dry goods,...
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Patchwork Embroidery

Aimee Ray · Lark Books (NC)
Pages: 176
Format: Print book

Patchwork isn't just for quilts! By sewing different pieces of fabric together, stitchers can also make bags, clothing, toys, artwork, housewares, and much more. Add embroidery to the mix, and the possibilities are endless. Bestselling author Aimee Ray (the "Doodle Stitching"...
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Add One Stitch Knitting: All the Stitches You Need in 15 Projects

Alina Schneider · Barron's Educational Series
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

With 15 knitting stitches clearly explained and demonstratedAuthor and renowned blogger Alina Schneider demystifies the knitting process and helps you learn 15 essential knitting stitches with this easy, step-by-step guide. Starting with the simple knit and purl stitches, each lesson will...
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20-Minute Whittling Projects: Fun Things to Carve from Wood

Tom Hindes · Fox Chapel Publishing
Pages: 96
Format: Print book

Learn the fast and simple way to whittle in this fun introduction to woodcarving. Discover how to whittle in less time while you have more fun! One of the joys of whittling with a pocket knife is that you can do it just about anywhere. You don t need any fancy equipment... and you don t even...
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Origami Farm Animals: Easy & Fun Paper-Folding Projects

ANNA GEORGE · SUPER SANDCASTLE
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Kids can learn the art of paper folding with Origami Farm Animals. They will start by practicing basic origami folds. Then they can make a pink pig, a cute sheep's face, and more. The crafts in this book are easy and super fun. Each project includes colorful photos and step-by-step...
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Stuffed Animals: A Modern Guide to Taxidermy

Divya Anantharaman · W W Norton
Pages: 256
Format: Print book

A quirky, timely, and disturbingly beautiful how-to taxidermy guide, emphasizing ethical sourcing and personal expression Whether inspiration came from an exhibition at an edgy art gallery, a visit to the Natural History Museum, or the sight of your crazy uncle's jackalope, more and more...
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Hair-Raising Hairstyles That Make a Statement

Rebecca Rissman · Compass Point Books
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding

Do you want to get your hairstyle noticed? Need a little inspiration? From fancy fishtail braids to edgy glitter fades, you'll find an extreme 'do to suit your style.
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Light It! Creations That Glow, Shine, and Blink

CHRISTA SCHNEIDER · Checkerboard Library
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

Makerspaces are places designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. In Light It! Creations that Glow, Shine, and Blink, kids will make a wearable mask that glows, a working lamp, and more! Colorful step-by-step photos bring each project to life. Techniques and tips help troubleshoot...
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Wood Pallet Projects: Cool and Easy-to-Make Projects for the Home and Garden

Chris Gleason · Fox Chapel Publishing
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

Wood Pallet Projects shows how anyone can upcycle salvaged pallet wood to create truly one-of-a-kind furniture and accessories. Maverick craftsman Chris Gleason combines sound woodworking techniques with a hip designer's sensibility to unleash the limitless possibilities of the common...
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The Complete Guide to Building with Rocks & Stone: Stonework Projects and Techniques Explained Simply

Brenda Flynn · Atlantic Publishing Group Inc.
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback

This book is designed to walk homeowners through the process of developing, planning, and implementing a stone building project. Starting with the basics, you will learn about the common types of stone and where natural stone is found throughout the United States, as well as how to gather...
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A Handbook of United States Coins Blue Book 2019

RS Yeoman · Whitman Pub Llc
Pages: 304
Format: Paperback

The Handbook of United States Coins debuted in 1942 as a resource showing how much coin dealers were paying on average to buy U.S. coins by type, date, and mintmark. For more than 75 years coin dealers have used the BLUE BOOK to make buying offers. As a collector, you can use it to find...
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Girls' Home Spa Lab: All-Natural Recipes, Healthy Habits, and Feel-Good Activities to Make You Glow

Maya Pagan · Storey Publishing, LLC
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback

For today's active, plugged-in girls ages 9 to 13, finding healthy ways to unwind and de-stress is an important part of well-being. Girls' Home Spa Lab is packed with all-natural recipes, activities, and tips for self-care and relaxation specially designed for tweens. From homemade facial...
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The Silverplate Bombers: A History and Registry of the Enola Gay and Other B-29s Configured to Carry Atomic Bombs

Richard H Campbell · McFarland
Pages: 235
Format: Paperback

This book documents the development and delivery of the Silverplate B-29 bomber, the remarkable airplane with capabilities that surpassed those of known enemy fighters of the time and was employed to release the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima in 1945. The basic history from conception to successful...
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