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The Savage Garden, Revised: Cultivating Carnivorous Plants

Peter D'Amato · Ten Speed Press; Revised edition
Format: Paperback

For fifteen years, The Savage Garden has been the number one bestselling bible for those interested in growing carnivorous plants. This new edition is fully revised to include the latest developments and discoveries in the carnivorous plant world, making it the most accurate and up to date...
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Outside Living: Terraces, Balconies, Roof Decks, Courtyards, Pocket Gardens, and Other Small Outdoor Spaces

Francesc Zamora Mola · Universe
Format: Print book

Anyone looking for design ideas for patios, terraces, and other compact outdoor spaces will find this inspirational sourcebook invaluable, whether starting afresh or fine-tuning an existing design. This is the ultimate resource for innovative terrace, roof garden, patio, and balcony design...
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The Steampunk User's Manual: An Illustrated Practical and Whimsical Guide to Creating Retro-futurist Dreams

Jeff VanderMeer · Harry N Abrams
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover

Steampunk, the retro-futuristic cultural movement, has become a substantial and permanent genre in the worlds of fantasy and science fiction. A large part of its appeal is that, at its core, Steampunk is about doing it yourself: building on the past while also innovating and creating something...
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Crochet One-Skein Wonders® for Babies: 101 Projects for Infants & Toddlers

Judith Durant · Storey Publishing
Pages: 288
Format: Print book

Irresistible! This collection of 101 projects makes it easy and fun to crochet adorable clothes, toys, and accessories for the babies and toddlers you love. Each project uses just one skein of yarn, many take just a few hours to complete, and plenty are suitable for beginners. Hats and caps,...
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Woodworking, Revised and Expanded: Techniques & Projects for the First-Time Woodworker

John Kelsey · Fox Chapel Publishing; Revised, Expanded edition
Format: Paperback

Woodworking is a useful and enjoyable skill that anyone can learn and this book is the perfect place to start Each of the practice projects inside can be completed in just a few hours Designed to teach basic woodworking skills they require only ordinary lumber and simple hand and power...
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Amigurumi at Home: Crochet Playful Pillows, Rugs, Baskets, and More

Ana Paula Rimoli · Martingale & Co Inc
Format: Paperback

With her zany design sense and extraordinary creativity, best-selling author Ana Paula Rímoli reveals a fun collection of practical and appealing projects for the home. For every crocheter, this delightful assortment features motifs ranging from cupcakes to caterpillars, clouds, and robots.Choose...
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200 Tips for Jewelry Making: Tips,Techniques and Trade Secrets

Xuella Arnold · Firefly Books
Format: Hardcover

An indispensable compendium of essential knowledge and troubleshooting tips. This book packs in the combined wisdom of two successful jewelry-makers who are consummate problem solvers. Together they show the reader how to fix common mistakes, improvise tools and discover ways to save...
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Matthew Mead's Halloween Spooktacular

Matthew Mead · Oxmoor House
Format: Paperback

Frightfully simple ideas for creepy decorations, terrifying sweets and unique costumes will thrill trick-or-treaters of all ages. Holiday style pro Matthew Mead offers endlessly inventive haunted home makeovers, quick-and-easy ways to reinvent store-bought cookies and candy, awesome themed...
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Martingale Modern Baby Crochet Book

Stacey Trock · Martingale
Pages: 80
Format: Print book

MARTINGALE-Modern Baby Crochet. This book is packed with clever beginner-friendly projects to crochet for baby boys and girls. Create items singly or in sets projects are divided into color groups-bright pastels and neutrals. This book contains twenty-one easy patterns that are ideal for a baby...
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