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Baby Says Sew: 20 Practical Budget-Minded, Baby-Approved Projects

Rebecca Danger · That Patchwork Place
Format: Book

Baby Says Sew - Softcover The perfect start to any project. These are a great way to add extra design to whatever project you want to add it to.
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Engines of empire : steamships and the Victorian imagination

Douglas R Burgess Jr. · Stanford University Press
Pages: 352
Format: Print book

In 1859, the "S. S. Great Eastern" departed from England on her maiden voyage. She was a remarkable wonder of the nineteenth century: an iron city longer than Trafalgar Square, taller than Big Ben's tower, heavier than Westminster Cathedral. Her paddles were the size of Ferris...
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How to Sew Little Felt Animals

Sue Quinn · Search Press(UK)
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

For over thirty years Sue Quinn has designed gorgeous little felt animals that appeal to both adult collectors and children. Now she would like to reveal her 'master secrets' so you can use machine or had sewing to create these endearing, beautiful little creatures that you will...
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The Fundamentals of Segmented Woodturning: Projects, Techniques & Innovations for Today's Woodturner

James Rodgers · Linden Publishing
Pages: 103
Format: Print book

In The Fundamentals of Segmented Woodturning, professional woodturner and woodturning instructor Jim Rodgers provides the most up-to-date guide for any woodturner trying his hand at segmented woodturning. With an emphasis on visual instruction, The Fundamentals of Segmented Woodturning...
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Merchant & Mills Workbook: A Collection of Versatile Sewing Patterns for an Elegant All Season Wardrobe

Merchant & Mills · Pavilion
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Make six classic garments and create a stylish wardrobe from scratch! Designed by the popular team of Merchant & Mills (Carolyn Denham and Roderick Field) , these full-size patterns - with creative variations to try - feature a neat vest with a boxer-back detail, an elegant bias-cut...
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Tractor

DK · DK
Format: Hardcover

Tractor showcases the complete history of farm machinery - from steam and vintage tractors to the latest combine harvesters - and includes 2 collectible prints. Packed with images and tractor data on more than 200 iconic machines, DK's Tractor explores the entire range of tractors...
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Foolproof Wood Finishing, Revised Edition: Learn How to Finish or Refinish Wood Projects with Stain, Glaze, Milk Paint, Top Coats, and More

Teri Masaschi · Fox Chapel Publishing; Revised edition
Format: Print book

This is the essential guide for everyone who loves to build but hates to finish. Expert finishing instructor Teri Masaschi takes the mystery out of finishing, and helps you to avoid costly and frustrating mistakes. She shows how to choose, use, and apply the perfect finish in Foolproof...
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All New Decorating Idea Book

Heather J. Paper · Taunton Pr
Pages: 234
Format: Paperback

All new and totally updated! Our best-selling Decorating Idea Book has been completed revised and updated to reflect today's most popular styles and the concerns of budget-conscious homeowners. Packed with more ideas than ever, the All New Decorating Idea Book features inspiring and practical...
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Stitch Kitsch: 44 Happy Sewing Projects from Home Décor to Accessories

Jennifer Heynen · C&T Publishing
Pages: 112
Format: Paperback

Put the fun back in sewing with little treasures to sew, embellish, and share! From pouches and pincushions to quilts and cheery home decor, these 44 projects make perfect gifts. Each featured project comes with 3 variations. Turn a funky wallhanging into bull's-eye pillows, a pom-pom...
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Plants from Pits: Pots of plants for the whole family to enjoy

Holly Farrell · Mitchell Beazley
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover

What do avocados, apples, mangos and tomatoes have in common? The answer is that they can all be grown at home, for free, from pips that you would otherwise throw into the recycling bin. Plants from Pips shows you how to grow a range of fruit and vegetables, indoors and out, with minimum...
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