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Good Clean Fun: Misadventures in Sawdust at Offerman Woodshop

Nick Offerman · Dutton
Pages: 272
Format: Print book

After two New York Times bestsellers, Nick Offerman returns with the subject for which he's known best - his incredible real-life woodshop.

Nestled among the glitz and glitter of Tinseltown is a testament to American elbow grease and an honest-to-god hard day's work:...
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Knitted Hats and Beanies

Jenny Occleshaw · New Holland Pub Pty Ltd
Pages: 96
Format: Print book

Knitting is an art form. A way to inject a little of your own creative spirit into your wardrobe. A handmade hat or beanie can make a lovely gift, or a cute addition to your outfit. A delightful collection of easy-to-knit hats and beanies to suit all adults and children, Knitted Hats and Beanies...
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Grow a Living Wall: Create Vertical Gardens with Purpose: Pollinators - Herbs and Veggies - Aromatherapy - Many More

Shawna Coronado · Cool Springs Press
Pages: 160
Format: Print book

Make a beautiful, practical, environmentally conscious garden, even in a small space - grow UP with a living wall!

A living wall is a vertical structure, usually outside the home, that is built with live plants growing in containers hung in a decorative arrangement.

Sometimes...

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Knit It!: Learn the Basics and Knit 22 Beautiful Projects

Melissa Leapman · Chronicle Books LLC
Format: eBook

This inviting craft book lays the groundwork for a lifetime of knitting—no prior skills necessary! Expert knitting author Melissa Leapman presents step-by-step instructions for all the essential skills, techniques, and abbreviations needed to get started knitting, plus clear how-to...
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Mixing Quilt Elements: A Modern Look at Color, Style & Design

Kathy Doughty · C&T Publishing
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Master the art of mixing fabrics and discover your boundless potential as a quilter! World-famous Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession gives a glimpse into her eclectic fabric pairings and signature style, empowering you to develop your own artistic voice. Learn to express yourself with...
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The Little Free Library Book

Margret Aldrich · Coffee House Press
Format: Hardcover

"The Little Free Library is a terrific example of placing books - poetry included - within reach of people in the course of their everyday lives. Free is always a good thing, and the project has a nice give-and-take feel to it. Here's hoping we bump into literature when we turn...
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Wirework jewelry workshop : handcrafted designs & techniques

Sian Hamilton · Guild of Master Craftsman Publications
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

The art of handcrafted wirework jewelry is a fun and accessible way to create a range of stunning pieces from the comfort of your home. Whether you are looking to make jewelry for yourself, or as unique gifts for special occasions, this title features 30 main projects, each with extra projects...
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A Little Bit of Dirt: 55 Science and Art Activities to Reconnect Children with Nature

Asia Citro · The Innovation Pr
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

Dandelion Bubbles, Rain Drums, Seed Bomb Lollipops and more!Bursting with creative hands-on outdoor science and art activities, A Little Bit of Dirt is full of motivation to get outside and explore. Whether you're investigating the health of your local stream, making beautiful acrylic...
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Kumihimo Basics and Beyond: 24 Braided and Beaded Jewelry Projects on the Kumihimo Disk

Rebecca Ann Combs · Kalmbach Books
Pages: 95
Format: Print book

Kumihimo Basics and Beyond presents techniques for creating all-cord braids and beaded braids, then teaches beaders how to transform them into finished jewelry. Short demonstrations of the key techniques needed for each project are presented in easy-to-grasp portions, allowing beaders to learn...
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The Gardener's Garden

Madison Cox · Phaidon
Pages: 480
Format: Hardcover

The ultimate garden book - both a collection of gardens from around the world and a resource for those seeking inspiration on garden design and planting. Featuring over 250 permanent gardens by leading garden designers, horticulturalists and landscape architects, from the 14th century to the present...
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The Complete Guide to Natural Homemade Beauty Products and Treatments: 150 Recipes from Scrubs and Masks to Moisturizers and Shampoo

Amelia Ruiz · Robert Rose
Pages: 368
Format: Paperback

These beauty-enhancing and soothing cosmetics and treatments use only completely chemical-free ingredients.

Amelia Ruiz guides the reader to effective use of all of nature's possibilities in homemade beauty treatments for complete skin, body and hair care. From aromatic...

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100 Little Christmas Gifts to Make

Search Press Designers · Search Pr Ltd
Pages: 240
Format: Print book

The book is excellent value, containing 100 projects from some of Search Press's best-selling authors. The projects cover a wide variety of crafts from including papercraft, sewing, knitting, crochet, sugarcraft, felt decorations, jewelry making, cross stitch, mosaic making, decoupage,...
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