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The Indestructible Houseplant: 200 Beautiful, Easy-Care Plants that Everyone Can Grow

Tovah Martin · Timber Press (OR)
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback

Tovah Martin, the undisputed Queen of Green, shows that anyone can grow healthy houseplants. It all boils down to a simple set of skills and - here's the crucial part - picking the right plants. These tough but beautiful plants can thrive in less-than-ideal conditions, and they're...
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Life's a Bark: What Dogs Teach Us About Life and Love

Larry Kay · Sourcebooks
Format: Hardcover

Long gone are the days when being treated like a dog was a bad thing. Today, our canine companions thrive under our encouragement and love, but surprisingly, we dont always treat other humans, or even ourselves, the same way. Theres so much our dogs can teach us about living a fun, fulfilling...
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Arm Candy: Friendship Bracelets to Make and Share

Laura Strutt · Barron's Educational Series
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback

"Simple to make and fun to wear, friendship bracelets are the perfect craft to make at home. They make lovely gifts--if you can bear to give them away!"--Back cover.
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In Miniature: How Small Things Illuminate the World

Simon Garfield · Atria Books
Pages: 336
Format: Hardcover

Bestselling, award-winning writer Simon Garfield returns with an enthralling investigation of humans' peculiar fascination with small things - and what small things tell us about our larger world."[Simon Garfield is] an exuberant truffle-hound of the recondite and delightful factoid."...
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Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Cabinets & Countertops: How to Customize Your Home with Cabinetry

Editors of Cool Springs Press · Cool Springs Press; First edition
Format: Paperback

A skillbuilding and confidence-creating introduction to working with cabinets and countertops, The Complete Guide to Cabinets & Countertops contains comprehensive information on the tools, materials, and techniques you'll need to create kitchen cabinets and countertops, bathroom...
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Naturally Bug-Free: 67 Nontoxic Recipes for Repelling Mosquitoes, Ticks, Fleas, Ants, Moths & Other Pesky Insects

Stephanie L. Tourles · Storey Publishing
Pages: 175
Format: Print book

Protect yourself, your children, your pets, and your home from bugs - without using harsh or toxic chemicals! Herbalist Stephanie Tourles offers 75 simple recipes for safe, effective bug repellents you can make at home from all-natural ingredients. For protection from mosquitos, ticks,...
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Complete Do-It-Yourself: An Essential Guide To Painting, Papering, Tiling, Flooring, Woodwork, Shelves And Storage, Home Repairs, Home Insulation, Outdoor Projects And Outdoor Repairs

John McGowan · Lorenz Books
Format: Hardcover

Expert advice on essential home decoration and maintenance, both indoors and out. With clear step-by-step advice on repairs, carpentry, flooring, brickwork, roofing, fences, walls and paths, painting, papering, tiling, and many other jobs around the home, with 2400 photographs to show what...
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The Urban Gardener

Matt James · Mitchell Beazley
Pages: 224
Format: Print book

In The Urban Gardener, garden designer and lecturer Matt James provides an approachable, practical guide to making the most of an urban garden, including: How to design an urban space - from balconies and roof terraces to courtyards, basement areas and window ledges. Ten ways to improve...
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An American Quilt: Unfolding a Story of Family and Slavery

RACHAEL MAY · Pegasus Books
Pages: 384
Format: Hardcover

Following the trail left by an unfinished quilt, this illuminating story examines slavery along the Atlantic seaboard, following the cotton that fueled New England's textile mills -- and the humanity behind it.When we think of slavery, most of us think of the American South. We think of chattel...
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Freeform Wire Art Jewelry: Techniques for Designing With Wire, Beads and Gems

Gayle Bird · Fons & Porter L C
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Twist, curl and wrap wire into one-of-a-kind jewelry!Follow along with author Gayle Bird as she teaches you everything you need to know to create her signature jewelry designs. First learn the basics of color and design, then move into essential wire tutorials. From there, you'll work your...
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Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia

Judith Miller · Mitchell Beazley; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover

A new edition of the bible of the antiques world - the most accessible, authoritative and trusted antiques reference book available. This new edition reflects changes in the antiques market since 2008. Clearly and logically organized by period and a type, it is packed with practical and useful...
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The Everything Mother of the Bride Book: The Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide for Mom!

Katie Martin · Everything
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback

Expert advice for the perfect wedding day!She's met "the one" and set the date--now she needs your help to plan the wedding of her dreams! The Everything Mother of the Bride Book, 3rd Edition is completely updated and revised with the latest information you need to get your baby...
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Wanderlust Quilts: 10 Modern Projects Inspired by Classic Art & Architecture

Amanda Leins · Stash Books
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback

Travel the world without leaving your studio! Tour ancient Greece, Rome, and Israel by way of 10 modern quilts designed from classical art and architecture, while you savor the stories and photos that inspired them. Infused with the mystery of the past, these timeless projects will help...
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Stitching with Beatrix Potter: Stitch, Sew & Give 10 Adorable Projects Featuring Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck & Friends

Michele Hill · C&T Publishing
Pages: 64
Format: Print book

This book gathers together 10 easy yet elegant projects celebrating the life and talents of Beatrix Potter. With 10 appliqué and 6 embroidery designs even beginning stitchers can work with hexagons to create a beautiful embroidered quilt, stitch up a cushion based on The Tailor of Gloucester,...
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LEGO Architecture: the Visual Guide

Philip Wilkinson · DK; Lea edition
Format: Hardcover

Created in close collaboration with The LEGO Group and Adam Reed Tucker, LEGO® Architecture visionary, LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide takes a deep look at the artists, builders, and inspiration behind the LEGO Architecture series. Beautifully illustrated and annotated, this visual...
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