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The Lost Art of Towel Origami

Alison Jenkins · Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pages: 80
Format: Paperback

I used to have an origami business, but it folded."From the lost ancient art of towel folding (yes, there is one, and it does stem from ancient times) comes the newly revived and hot trend The Lost Art of Towel Origami. Filled with hilarious completed-project photographs and step-by-step...
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Crochet Bouquet: Easy Designs for Dozens of Flowers

Suzann Thompson · Lark Crafts; First Edition edition
Format: Paperback

Crochet bouquets of nearly 50 whimsical, wonderful flowers, in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors! Done in upscale yarns like ribbon, chenille, and silk, this contemporary garden will get intermediate-level crocheters grasping their hooks. Some of the flora looks realistic others are beautifully...
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100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet: A Collection of Beautiful Blooms for Embellishing Garments, Accessories, and More

Lesley Stanfield · St. Martin's Griffin; Original edition
Format: Print book

100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet showcases a lush bouquet of blossoms perfect for embellishing your favorite clothing or accessories. As a finishing touch for all your handmade garments or a great pick-me-up for a vintage find, these lovely blooms are the perfect way to use up scraps...
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A New Owner's Guide to Maltese

Vicki Abbott · T.F.H. Publications
Pages: 160
Format: Book

This book is in Acceptable Condition. It has been read. All of the pages are intact. The cover is intact. The pages are not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine is undamaged. Hardcover without a Dust Jacket. Some shelf wear. A lot of scoff marks on the cover. The edges are bumped....
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The Complete Book of Herbs: A Practical Guide to Growing and Using Herbs

Lesley Bremness · Viking Studio Books; First Edition, Fourth Printing edition
Format: Hardcover

With more than 340,000 copies sold in hardcover, this essential, full-color resource is now available in paperback. Revealing the enormous potential of herbs, this sourcebook includes information on planting, growing, and harvesting herbs, as well as the main uses of herbs. It also offers...
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A Gathering of Lace

Meg Swansen · XRX Inc.
Pages: 173
Format: Book

Collected from knitting designers all over the world, the patterns in this guide will be a joy to create for any knitter. The lavish full-color illustrations and easy-to-follow instruction charts will make these traditional patterns an exciting addition to a lace knitter's repertoire....
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The Kiln Book: Materials, Specifications & Construction

Frederick L Olsen · Krause Publications
Pages: 282
Format: Hardcover

The kiln builder's bibleFredrick L. Olsen's practical guide to the construction, maintenance and repair of kilns is now bigger and more comprehensive than ever.Olsen's bible for kiln builders now includes chapters on multi-directional and specialty kilns, and offers a few suggestions...
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Origami Rockets: Spinners, Zoomers, Floaters, and More

Lew Rozelle · St. Martin's Griffin
Pages: 166
Format: Paperback

They float, they fly, they zoom, they spin, and they even land on their feet. From a few basic designs, this book shows how to create over fifty unique rockets: -Sweptwing rockets-Landers-Gliders-Shortnosed spinner-And even a lunar landerAfter folding their models, readers can use a straw...
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California Fruit & Vegetable Gardening: Plant, Grow, and Eat the Best Edibles for California Gardens

Claire Splan · Cool Springs Press
Format: Paperback

California abounds with edible selections to grow in the diverse conditions of the state. California Fruit Vegetable Gardening addresses the critical elements of climate, soil, sun, and water that affects growing success. More than sixty fruits, vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers are highlighted,...
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See Spot Live Longer

Steve Brown · Creekobear Press
Pages: 194
Format: Book

See Spot Live Longer is essential reading for all dog owners who want their dogs to live long, healthy lives. This is the first book that combines up to date nutritional science with easy to follow, practical advice that people can immediately use to help their dogs live longer.
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Making Wood Bowls With a Router & Scroll Saw

Patrick E Spielman · Sterling Co.
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback

These truly innovative techniques make it easy to create wood bowls with only a router and scroll saw.
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Kovels' Antiques and Collectibles Price Guide 2015: America's Most Authoritative Antiques Annual!

Terry Kovel · Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers; 47 edition
Format: Book

The 47th edition of the leading price guide includes 35,000 listings and more than 2,500 full-color photographs.Kovels' Antiques and Collectibles Price Guide is the most thorough, colorful, and complete price guide available, from the most trusted, well-known name writing on the subject...
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Pukka's Promise: The Quest for Longer-Lived Dogs

Ted Kerasote · Mariner Books, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2014.
Pages: 464
Format: Print book

"Packed with important, surprising information; with wisdom, compassion, and love." - Dean Koontz
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Cast-Iron Cooking: Recipes & Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Cast-Iron Cookware

Rachael Narins · Storey Publishing
Pages: 96
Format: Print book

Get the most from your cast-iron cookware with 40 fabulous recipes especially designed for cast iron, from a full English breakfast to chilaquiles, pan pizza, cheesy beer fondue, Korean fried chicken, vegetarian chili, mango curry, party nuts, two kinds of cornbread, baked apples, gingerbread...
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Nicky Epstein's Knitted Flowers

Nicky Epstein · Sixth&Spring Books
Format: Hardcover

Bestselling author Nicky Epstein creates a garden of knitted flowers sure to charm her legion of fans. Nicky Epstein is a “rock star” of knitting who has earned nationwide recognition for her innovative and distinctive work. Her books Knitting on the Edge and Knitting Over...
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