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Flight: The Complete History of Aviation

RG Grant · DK
Pages: 452
Format: Paperback

A visual guide to aviation and man's conquest of the skies, covering the earliest pioneers of flight to modern-day space technology. Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution and now in paperback.Over 100 years ago, the Wright brothers flew in a shaky plane for the first...
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Heavy Duty Sewing: Making Backpacks and Other Stuff

ANTON SANDQVIST · Frances Lincoln
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover

From the founder of iconic outdoors brand Sandqvist, this cool craft book is all about using needle and thread, a sewing machine and stiff materials to make your own practical, hardwearing functional objects. From hiking rucksacks to knife holders, vanity bags to aprons, there are projects...
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Lemon-Aid New and Used Cars and Trucks 2007–2018

PHIL EDMONSTON · Dundurn
Pages: 656
Format: Paperback

"Dr. Phil," Canada's best-known automotive expert, and George Iny walk you through another year of car buying. The 2018 Lemon-Aid has everything: an encyclopedic lineup of the best and worst cars, trucks, and SUVs sold since 2007; secret warranties and tips on the "art...
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Wood Pallet DIY Projects: 20 Building Projects to Enrich Your Home, Your Heart & Your Community

Stephen Fitzberger · Fox Chapel Publishing
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback

Discover the potential of rediscovered wood as you upcycle salvaged pallets to create beautiful one-of-a-kind projects!20 step-by-step projects for home and garden accessories, from wine racks and coat racks to planters and birdhousesLearn to make one-of-a-kind useful products for your...
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Kitten Care & Training: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet

Amy Shojai · Howell Book House
Pages: 155
Format: Hardcover

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet is the series to turn to when you want a basic reference that's reliable, up-to-date, and complete.These guides feature:Expert authors, plus renowned guest contributors on specialized topicsFull-color photos throughoutBasic information on the breed,...
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Modern Macrame: 33 Stylish Projects for Your Handmade Home

Emily Katz · Ten Speed Press
Pages: 248
Format: Hardcover

The ultimate guide to creating and styling modern macramé projects in the home from top creative tastemaker and sought-after macramé artist Emily Katz.Macramé--the fine art of knotting--is an age-old craft that's undergoing a contemporary renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence...
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Print, Pattern, Sew: Block-Printing Basics Simple Sewing Projects for an Inspired Wardrobe

Jen Hewett · Roost Books
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover

Create bold block prints for a completely custom wardrobe--print fabrics, customize patterns, and sew garments that truly express your own style.This book offers: * Clear how-to instructions for carving motifs from soft blocks, plus 13 designs to get you started * A guide to printing...
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DO Magazine Presents Knitting & Crochet Projects

Melody Griffiths · Design Originals
Pages: 93
Format: Paperback

This special issue of DO Magazine features 19 knitting and crochet projects you will want to make and wear!Many of these projects are on a beginner level, so they are great starter projects. But even if you are a seasoned needlecrafter, you will find yourself wanting to make some of these...
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The Complete Remote Pilot

Bob Gardner · Aviation Supplies and Academics, Inc.
Pages: 225
Format: Paperback

This textbook is for anyone interested in pursuing and obtaining an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate which is a requirement for operating drones in commercial uses. The authors explain in a friendly, readable style, all the details involved in the adventure of becoming a remote pilot and learning...
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Drive: The Definitive History of Driving

Giles Chapman · DK
Pages: 360
Format: Hardcover

Charting the 130-years from the arrival of horseless carriages to the advent of driverless vehicles, celebrate the automobile and the romance of the open road.Beginning with the development of the first vehicles powered by an internal combustion engine, Drive explores the early glamour...
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