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Knitted Tanks & Tunics: 21 Crisp, Cool Designs for Sleeveless Tops

Angela Hahn · Stackpole Books
Pages: 168
Format: Paperback

Knit cool, breezy tanks for the warm spring and summer months with 21 patterns for a variety of tops, from lacy camisoles to layering tanks to tunics with stylish details. With no sleeves to add, these tops knit up fast. From simple styles to lace, texture, cables, pleats, and mesh accents,...
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Whimsical Stitches: A Modern Makers Book of Amigurumi Crochet Patterns

Lauren Espy · Paige Tate Select
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover

Explore Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crochet design, with 30 unique and darling patterns. Whether a novice or an experienced crocheter, anyone can pick up a needle and complete these cuddly creations. Author and amigurumi guru Lauren Espy inspires crocheters with her easy-to-follow patterns,...
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The New Rules of the Roost: Organic Care and Feeding for the Family Flock

ROBERT LITT · Timber Press
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback

New from Robert and Hannah Litt - the owners of the Urban Farm Store and the authors of the bestselling A Chicken in Every Yard - comes a hardworking guide to backyard chicken keeping that goes beyond the basics. The New Rules of the Roost addresses the read problems that crop up when keeping...
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The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery: A Guide To Essential Stitches, Techniques And Projects

NOT AVAILABLE. · Search Press
Pages: 400
Format: Hardcover

A rich source of embroidery stitches, techniques and projects from the Royal School of Needlework.New from the world-renowned Royal School of Needlework, this beautiful book is a rich source of embroidery techniques, stitches and projects, covering eight key subjects in detail: crewelwork,...
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Relaxed Coastal Style

SALLY DENNING · Ryland Peters & Small
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover

In Relaxed Coastal Style, Sally Denning offers decorating inspiration for anyone lucky enough to live by the ocean, as well as those who only dream of it.Scientists tell us that living by the ocean makes us happier and healthier: views of blue space have a calming effect and sea air improves...
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DIY Guide to Painting and Wallpapering: A Complete Handbook to Finishing Walls and Trim for a Stylish Home

Michael R Light · Creative Homeowner
Pages: 240
Format: Paperback

Packed with professional painting and wallpapering advice for the first time DIY-er, this book shows how to carry out even the most daunting projects with ease and confidence, without the need to hire a professional to finish the job. From sanding woodwork and applying latex paint to using...
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Jam Session: A Fruit-Preserving Handbook

Joyce Esersky author Goldstein · Lorena Jones Books
Pages: 264
Format: Hardcover

The right-sized handbook for fruit preserving, with 75 basic and special recipes for jams, jellies, chutneys, and compotes, by chef emeritus and master preserver Joyce Goldstein.Jam Session is the lushly photographed and selective guide to making all-natural fruit preserves, organized by type...
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One-Day Room Makeovers: How to Get the Designer Look for Less with Three Easy Steps

MARLA MERIDITH · Page Street Publishing
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback

By painting the walls, rearranging key pieces of furniture and adding new decorative accessories to complete the style, your boring living room will beautifully come to life at practically no cost. No need to bust down walls or buy a whole new living room set. Martin Amado is a home designer...
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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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New Vintage Lace: Knits Inspired By the Past

Andrea Jurgrau · Interweave
Format: Book

Enjoy gorgeous projects that include hats, small and large shawls circular, semi-circular, and triangular, scarves, and wraps - all inspired by traditional lace doily patterns. Lace-knitter Andrea Jurgrau shows how she creates her patterns, lifting or creating and adjusting individual motifs,...
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Sew Me! Sewing Home Decor: Easy-to-Make Curtains, Pillows, Organizers and Other Accessories

Choly Knight · Design Originals
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback

Sew Me! Sewing Home Décor is geared towards would-be sewers of all ages, who may never have touched a sewing machine or even threaded a needle before. It’s the perfect book for anyone who wants to create handmade home decor to match a personal taste or lifestyle. Decorating a living...
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Deep-Rooted Wisdom: Stories and Skills from Generations of Gardeners

Augustus Jenkins Farmer · Workman Pub Co
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback

Who taught you to garden? In the past, gardening knowledge was handed down from generation to generation. The essential skills necessary to create productive, beautiful gardens were passed from teacher to student and parent to child. Today that chain of wisdom has been broken and some of the old skills...
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