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Out of Many, One: Portraits of America's Immigrants

George W. Bush - Crown
Format: Hardcover

In this powerful new collection of oil paintings and stories, President George W. Bush spotlights the inspiring journeys of America&;s immigrants and the contributions they make to the life and prosperity of our nation.
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To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick--and How We Can Fight Back

Alden Wicker - ?G.P. Putnam's Sons
Format: Hardcover

A Silent Spring for your wardrobe, To Dye For is a jolting exposé that reveals the true cost of the toxic, largely unregulated chemicals found on most clothing today.Many of us are aware of the ethical minefield that is fast fashion: the dodgy labor practices, the lax environmental standards,...
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Mountain Mist Historical Quilts: 14 Mid-Century Quilts Made New

Linda Pumphrey - Fons & Porter L C
Format: Print book

Make classic quilts with contemporary style! This beautifully curated collection showcases 14 designs from the celebrated Mountain Mist Series. The unique marketing campaign, which offered a free quilt pattern with every Mountain Mist batting purchase, inspired generations of quilters throughout...
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When Bad Things Happen to Good Quilters: Survival guide for fixing & finishing any quilting project

Joan Ford - Taunton Press
Format: Print book

ScrapTherapy is an innovative step-by-step quilt class and pattern series that has become extremely popular nationwide. The success of Joan's first two books has quilters, fabric and quilt-shop owners, and sewing enthusiasts clamoring for more. From talking novices through the quilting...
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Embroidery: A Maker's Guide

Eleanor Crow - Thames & Hudson
Format: Paperback

A practical guide to embroidery, inspired by craft traditions from across the globe, and the second volume in the Maker's Guides series from the Victoria and Albert MuseumEmbroidery: A Maker's Guide contains fifteen beautiful step- by- step projects for crafters at all levels. Each one takes...
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The Knitting All Around Stitch Dictionary: 150 new stitch patterns to knit top down, bottom up, back and forth & in the round

Wendy Bernard - Harry N Abrams
Format: Print book

Wendy Bernard's groundbreaking reference title Up, Down, All-Around Stitch Dictionary was the first of its kind to provide stitch patterns written for top-down, bottom-up, back-and-forth, and in-the-round constructions - and readers took notice. Now Bernard is back with The Knitting...
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Two Needles, Many Knits: The New Knitter's Guide with Easy Patterns

Quayln Stark - Callisto
Format: Paperback

Learn how to knit -- from a simple square to an entire sweater!"This valuable debut guide from Stark tells beginners all they need to know to get started knitting." -- Publishers Weekly Wondering where to start with knitting? Look no further!Two Needles, Many Knits is your one-stop-shop...
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Kaffe Fassett's Bold Blooms: Quilts and Other Works Celebrating Flowers

Kaffe Fassett - Harry N Abrams
Format: Print book

A stunning guide and vibrant pattern collection of 25 new patchwork and needlepoint projects, from renowned color expert and quilt and fabric designer Kaffe Fassett. Drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of flowers, Kaffe Fassett's Bold Blooms invites crafters to explore the behind-the-scenes...
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How to Build a Gingerbread House: A Step-by-Step Guide to Sweet Results

Christina Banner - Penny
Format: Paperback

This book will show you how a few easy recipes, everyday ingredients, and basic kitchen equipment are all you need to create a beautiful gingerbread house. Learn how to bake and build a gingerbread house from start to finish, and then find creative ideas for decorating your house, from...
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Hand-Stitched Quilts: Choose from 27 block designs and hand-piece your own unique quilts

Carolyn Forster - Search Press
Format: Paperback

Learn how to patchwork and quilt by hand with one quilt with 27 creative blocks, with popular tutor and author Carolyn Forster.. Slow stitching and mindful crafting is more popular than ever, and with just a few notions you can peacefully create a stunning 27-block quilt entirely by hand,...
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