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The Flower Chef: A Modern Guide to Do-It-Yourself Floral Arrangements

Carly Cylinder · Grand Central Life & Style
Pages: 223
Format: Print book

THE FLOWER CHEF is a modern, comprehensive guide to floral design that caters to all readers--from beginners who have never worked with flowers before and are looking for a new creative outlet, to decorators, party planners and photographers looking to liven up their spaces. Even professionals...
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Do You See What I See?

Helen Borten · Flying Eye Books
Pages: 48
Format: Print book

In this new edition of the 1960s classic, Helen Borten introduces children to art and the beauty of the world around them.Everywhere we see lines and shapes and colors that influence our daily lives. The important link between seeing and feeling is the basis of visual arts and an indispensable...
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Plumbing

Steve Cory · The Taunton Press
Pages: 249
Format: Print book

Stanley's Plumbing: A Homeowner's Guide is a comprehensive, visual handbook packed with step-by-step photographs and authoritative, reliable information. Eventually, every homeowner needs to repair, replace, or upgrade a plumbing fixture. Save heaps of money by learning how to do it yourself....
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The Crafter's Guide to Patterns: Create and Use Your Own Patterns for Gift Wrap, Stationary, Tiles, and More

Rotovision SA · Lark Crafts
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Design your own well-constructed patterns by hand! Aimed at crafters who need the skills to turn their creative ideas into reality, this easy-to-follow guide covers everything from finding inspiration and choosing colors to creating backgrounds, borders, and full-scale repeats. Step-by-step...
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Paint yourself calm

Jean Haines · Search Press Ltd
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

Meditative, peaceful and calming, watercolour painting offers a sense of control and self-worth to everyone, with no judgement or goal beyond the joy of painting itself. This book shows you how to calm and enhance your outlook through the movement of brush on paper.Master artist Jean Haines...
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The Wreath Recipe Book: Year-Round Wreaths, Swags, and Other Decorations to Make with Seasonal Branches

Alethea Harampolis · Artisan
Format: Hardcover

From the authors of the widely popular Flower Recipe Bookand in the same successful format The Wreath Recipe Book provides xCrecipesxD to make with flowering and leafy branches These arenxt just evergreens for Christmasxthe book is organized seasonally with dozens of projects to make throughout...
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Project Kid: Crafts That Go!: 60 Imaginative Projects That Fly, Sail, Race, and Dive

Amanda Kingloff · Artisan
Pages: 272
Format: Print book

Thomas the Tank Engine. Hot Wheels. Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel. Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks and Things That Go. Kids' fascination with vehicles is insatiable. In Project Kid: Crafts That Go!, that excitement is translated into more than 60 inventive craft projects for parents...
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Easy Fixes for Everyday Things: Over 1,000 simple repairs to household equipment, including cell phones, tablets and media players, computers, pipes ... and stoves, garden tools, bikes, and more!

Reader's Digest · Readers Digest
Format: Book

We all rely on devices, appliances and pieces of household equipment that break, misbehave or fail completely, now with Easy Fixes for Everyday Things you can help yourself when disaster strikes, saving time, money and hassle (and cutting down on needless waste) simply by following a few straightforward...
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Antique Trader Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide 2015

Eric Bradley · Krause Publications; Thirty-first Edition edition
Format: Book

Filled with more than 4,300 new color images, expert insight on everything from cherished classics to the latest trends, and vetted values throughout help to once again make the Antique Trader Antiques & Collectibles the premiere reference in the field. For three decades, Antique Trader...
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Color Concrete Garden Projects: Make Your Own Planters, Furniture, and Fire Pits Using Creative Techniques and Vibrant Finishes

Nathan Smith · Timber Press
Format: Print book

Discover the countless ways you can craft with color and concrete! Concrete is the perfect medium for outdoor crafts. It is versatile and durable, and it looks even better with time. Add the unexpected element of color, and you have the perfect recipe for vibrant, modern outdoor decor....
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C&T PublishingAt Home with Modern June: 27 Sewing Projects for Your Handmade Lifestyle

Kelly McCants · C&T Publishing / Stash Books
Format: Paperback

Whether youre moving into a new home, launching a home makeover, or just sprucing up a room, this book, At Home With Modern June, by Kelly McCants, provides plenty of ideas on how to infuse individuality into every room in the house. The 27 budget-friendly projects have a retro style and use materials...
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Last crossing of the Lusitania

Erik Larson · Crown Publishers
Pages: 430
Format: Print book

#1 New York Times BestsellerFrom the bestselling author and master of narrative nonfiction comes the enthralling story of the sinking of the LusitaniaOn May 1, 1915, with WWI entering its tenth month, a luxury ocean liner as richly appointed as an English country house sailed out of New York,...
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How to Raise the Perfect Dog: Through Puppyhood and Beyond

Cesar Millan · Harmony Books; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover

From the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channels Dog Whisperer, the only resource youll need for raising a happy, healthy dog. For the millions of people every year who consider bringing a puppy into their livesas well as those who have already brought a dog homeCesar...
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Idiot's Guides: Bike Repair and Maintenance

Christopher Wiggins · ALPHA
Format: Paperback

Featuring 400, full-color photographs in step-by-step format, Idiots Guides Bike Repair and Maintenance teaches readers of all cycling levels how to maintain, repair, and upgrade their own bikes for years of top performance and enjoyment. With coverage for road bikes and mountain bikes,...
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Country Living Christmas Joys: Decorating * Crafts * Recipes

Country Living · Hearst
Pages: 288
Format: Print book

Make this Christmas the best and brightest yet, with hundreds of gorgeous decorating ideas and delicious recipes. From holiday house tours and ways to deck the halls to handmade gifts and festive feasts, this beautiful book will help you celebrate Christmas in "Country Living"...
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