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Antique French Jewelry: 1800-1950

Geoffray Riondet - Flammarion
Format: Hardcover

This comprehensive overview, organized by material and period, allows the reader to distinguish, appraise, and date French jewelry from 1800‒1950.. This highly accessible guide offers a detailed panorama charting the evolution of French jewelry created between the Consulate period in the 1800s...
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All the Rage: Stories from the Frontline of Beauty: A History of Pain, Pleasure, and Power: 1860-1960

Virginia Nicholson - Pegasus Books
Format: Hardcover

A panoramic social history that chronicles the quest for beauty in all its contradictions - and how it affects the female body.. "Women have been fat or slim, hyperthyroid or splenetic, sallow or pink-cheeked, slouched or erect, according to the prevalent notions of beauty." - Cecil...
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The Witch's Workshop: A Guide to Crafting Your Own Magical Tools

Melissa Madara - Watkins Publishing
Format: Hardcover

From the author of The Witch's Feast, this is the first fully illustrated, comprehensive introduction to the handicrafts of witchcraft. Through over 60 craft projects, learn all the techniques you need to create your personalized magical toolkit.. Empower yourself as a self-sufficient...
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Prairie, Dresses, Art, Other

Danielle Dutton - Coffee House Press
Format: Paperback

From the "strikingly smart and daringly feminist" (Jenny Offill) author of Margaret the First and SPRAWL comes a prose collection like no other, where different styles of writing and different spaces of experience create a collage of the depths and strangeness of contemporary...
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Sweet Home Macrame: A Beginner's Guide to Macrame: Learn to make jewelry, home decor, plant hangings, and more (Art Makers)

Casey Alberti - Walter Foster Publishing
Format: Paperback

Learn the satisfying, on-trend craft of macrame with this accessible reference featuring guides to fibers, supplies, and knots, as well as 12 step-by-step projects.. Whether you're a beginner to soft crafts, looking to try a new craft, hoping to improve upon your existing macrame techniques,...
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How to Train Your Human: A Cat's Guide

Babas - HarperVia
Format: Hardcover

A witty and winsome new way of looking at the complex relationship between cats and people: through the eyes of one erudite and attentive Italian gatto.We live on a planet infested with humans. They are a pernicious species, yet undeniably clever and capable - even if the reasons behind...
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Inky Meditations: Learn to Create Mindful Mesmerizing Paintings with Water and Ink

Inky Inky - Walter Foster Publishing
Format: Paperback

Embark on an artistic journey of self-expression and discovery with Inky Meditations, a step-by-step guide to the transformative art of ink painting. Learn the unique ink-on-water technique that allows you to make beautiful paintings with just sumi ink, a paintbrush, watercolor paper,...
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My Crocheted Home: Hand-made baskets, pillows, throws, wall hangings, placemats, and more

Salena Baca - Stackpole Books
Format: Paperback

Personalize your home with handmade crochet!Crocheting items for the home provides a wonderful opportunity to display and enjoy your handmade items every day. Adorn your dining room with a beautiful wall hanging, plants in textured cozies, and the Elm Placemats and Runner. Snuggle into...
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Stash Statement: Make the Most of Your Fabrics with Easy Improv Quilts (Landauer) 15 Stunning Quilting Patterns to Use Up Your Scraps with Panel, Strip, or Block Techniques

Kelly Young - Landauer
Format: Paperback

Don't throw your fabric scraps away!15 beautiful patterns for structured improvisational quilts to bust your stashOrganization ideas for getting your quilt scraps in order for each projectStep-by-step instructions are easy to follow and accompanied by illustrations and photos of the final...
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Well Worn: Visible Mending for the Clothes You Love

Skye Pennant - Princeton Architectural Press
Format: Paperback

Mend and revive your favorite well-worn garments with this comprehensive guide to visible mending techniques from the founder of Slow Stitch Club.. From the creator of the popular Slow Stitch Club, Well Worn is a fresh and engaging clothing repair guide and accessible introduction for anyone...
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