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The Automobile and American Life

JOHN HEITMANN · McFarland
Pages: 220
Format: Paperback

In its updated second edition, this book tells the story of how the automobile transformed American life and how automotive design and technology have changed over time. The author covers the cars' inception as a mechanical curiosity and later a plaything for the wealthy; racing and the promotion...
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The Plant Lover's Guide to Tulips

Richard Wilford · Timber Press, 2015.
Pages: 222
Format: Print book

Tulips steal the show in spring when their bright, finely cut flowers light up the garden. Their incredible color range includes almost every imaginable hue from pure white through pastels, rich reds and purples to near black, while their shapes are equally varied and may be short-stemmed,...
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Rock That Quilt Block - Hourglass

Linda Hahn · American Quilter's Society
Pages: 79
Format: Print book

Put a twist on a traditional quilt block and create an unlimited amount of possibilities. Linda walks you through her methods of creating this block with a wide variety of colorways that helps to keep the inspiration flowing for future projects. This book features three bonus designs and a resource...
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Woolbuddies: 20 Irresistibly Simple Needle Felting Projects

Jackie Huang · Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover

You can see how cute these woolbuddies are. Youre not going to believe how easy it is to make them! Tired of searching for special toys that werent mass-produced, former Lucasfilm animator Jackie Huang created the beloved Woolbuddy, a collection of all-natural stuffed animals that reflect...
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Travel Through Time with Cardboard and Duct Tape: 4D An Augmented Reading Cardboard Experience

Leslie Manlapig · Capstone Press
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

Time travel has never been so fun! Using easy-to-make cardboard crafts, kids can let their imaginations soar as they explore different times and different eras. Librarians will love the makerspace possibilities and the budget friendly tools! Free video tutorials from the author accessed...
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Crafting for Cat Ladies: 35 Purr-fect Feline Projects

Kat Roberts · Lark Crafts
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

For cat-crazy crafters, these 35 unique projects are absolutely purr-fect! Sweet and trendy, creative and fun to make, the crafts are divided into four sections - accessories, apparel, home, and party. Projects range from a kitty clutch wallet and cat print jeans to kitty-shaped coasters...
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Antique Trader Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide 2018

Eric Bradley · Krause Publications
Pages: 704
Format: Paperback

"A comprehensive one-stop reference." ~Danielle Arnet, The Smart Collector, Tribune Content Agency "...A quick resource with an authoritative voice." ~Steven Wayne Yvaska, The Seasoned Collector, San Jose Mercury News "Accurately reflects the antique and collectible...
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The Splendid Sampler: 100 Spectacular Blocks from a Community of Quilters

PAT SLOAN · THAT PATCHWORK PLACE
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Join the Splendid Sampler community with a comprehensive collection of very special 6-inch blocks created and shared by more than 80 of today's most innovative designers.You'll enjoy trying your hand at 100 eye-catching designs that use a wide range of techniques, including traditional...
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Tiny Houses: Designs for 43 Tiny Houses

Lester R. Walker · Overlook Books
Format: Book

Tiny Houses is an invitation to dream and, perhaps, to build any one of the 43 charming tiny houses. Both playful tribute and handy how-to, this is a wonderfully illustrated volume that features hundreds of photographs and detailed scale drawings. Whether you're a student of philosophy...
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The Backyard Lumberjack

Frank Philbrick · Storey Publishing, LLC
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback

Whether you're splitting a cord of wood for your fireplace or managing acres of woodland, The Backyard Lumberjack provides plenty of practical instruction and firsthand advice. Familiarize yourself with the proper equipment and safety gear, then learn how to fell, buck, split, and stack...
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The Knowledgeable Knitter

Margaret Radcliffe · Storey Publishing, LLC
Format: Hardcover

Storey Publishing-The Knowledgeable Knitter. Understand the inner workings of knitting and make every project a success This book contains a definitive reference for any knitter seeking better results whether the challenge is reading a pattern chart substituting yarn modifying a pattern...
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Cable Left, Cable Right: 94 Knitted Cables

Judith Durant · Storey Publishing, LLC; Spi edition
Format: Print book

Knitted cables, with their three-dimensional twists and turns, are a common element in lots of patterns -- but most patterns dont include directions for executing them. Cable Left, Cable Right, by expert knitter Judith Durant, eliminates the mystery with detailed, in-depth instructions...
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Toy Time!: From Hula Hoops to He-Man to Hungry Hungry Hippos: A Look Back at the Most- Beloved Toys of Decades Past

Christopher Byrne · Three Rivers Press
Format: Paperback

What was your favorite childhood toy? Do you have fond memories of fighting unseen enemies with your G.I. Joe action figures, demolishing fleets of vehicles with your Tonka Toy Trucks, or Karate-chopping imaginary street thugs with your Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?  What about carefree...
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