Hobbies, Games & Quizzes Books

Book SynopsisFrom botanical cookies, acorn coffee and wild green pesto, to making your own calendula salve and building a bird house The Wild Craft is filled with seasonal nature-based projects designed to reignite your love of the natural world and connect you to the earth.Each of the four seasons is divided into three sections: In The Kitchen, Making and Gardening. Every project will celebrate the wonder and beauty of nature and encourage readers to slow down and reconnect to the wild in a holistic and gentle way. With step-by-step instructions throughout, Catarina Seixas will take you through each project, so that even beginners can enjoy the mood-boosting benefits of a craft-filled year.Peppered with information on seasonal plants to look out for and stunning photography, The Wild Craft will inspire the reader to develop their connections with the world around them and and bring the spirit of nature into their own home.

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Book SynopsisZen Colouring - Botanical Art Pad takes Zen Colouring to the next level with an exciting new landscape format and easily removable pages. With an emphasis on nature and plant life, this wonderful collection of illustrations will help calm and relax while enabling the artist within to shine. This botanical-themed art pad contains a diverse selection of images varying in complexity and the exciting new format and binding enables the pages to be easily removed and displayed. The Botanical Art Pad also comes with a stiff board covering the back of the pad providing a stable surface to work on.

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Book SynopsisWho had the most commercial success in their lifetime, Ernest Hemingway or Agatha Christie? Whose work has the most adaptations, F. Scott Fitzgerald or Franz Kafka? Who courted the most scandal, Colette or James Joyce? Pit 32 of the world's greatest modern writers against each other with these beautifully illustrated cards. An ideal gift for the book lover in your life.

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Book SynopsisFeatured in Artsy''s ''Become a Globetrotting Billionaire Art Collector in This New Board Game''Travel the World. Make private deals. Visit art fairs. Outbid your Friends.THE GREATEST ART AUCTION OF ALL TIMEThirty–six masterpieces are up for auction. Are they bargains to be snapped up or over–hyped drains on your finances? You''ll never know unless you bid! In this board game for up to six players, you travel the world as an art collector scouring the auction houses, visiting art fairs, and making private deals in search of elusive artworks to complete your collection. The winner is the player with the most valuable collection and the most cash in hand at the end of the game.''Masterpieces'' available to bid on in Going, Going, Gone!   • Da Vinci''s Mona Leonarda   • Edvard Munch''s The Uncontrollable Giggle   • Andy Warhol''s Lady Gaga

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Book SynopsisFrom ancient riddles to modern Sudoku, people have been fascinated by puzzles. Whether they are seen as a glorious waste of time, a harmless way to spend a train journey or a valuable way of exercising the mind, the lure of puzzles has been irresistible. By using over a hundred examples of the most mindbending, the most challenging, the most satisfying, or simply the most humorous of puzzles throughout the ages, William Hartston traces the development of brainteasers of all varieties and the increasing ingenuity of puzzle setters from ancient civilisations to modern puzzle crazes.Trade ReviewIf you love quizzes, A Brief History of Puzzles by William Hartston will let you know whom to thank. Competently charting the development of riddles, crosswords and logic problems, from the Sphinx to sudoku, it offers examples to illustrate each great leap forward in the history of brain-teasing. * Literary Review *Table of Contents0: Primeval Puzzle Prelude 1: Medieval Maths, Mysteries and Merriment 2: Parisian Perplexities, Problems and Posers 3: The Great Victorian Puzzlers 4: Puzzles Worthy of the Name 5: More Word Puzzles 6: The Logic of Hats 7: The Most Baffling Logic of All 8: Weights, Measures, Speed 9: Psychological Puzzles 10: Miscellaneous and Mysterious 11: The Prize Puzzle 12: Solutions

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Book SynopsisCongratulations! You're 60! You're halfway to being the oldest person who ever lived! But how much of the past 60 years can you remember?You've lived through the summer of love, the moon landings, Ronnie and Maggie, Den and Angie and the entire history of the internet.This is the quiz book that will give your 60-year-old brain cells a nostalgic workout to find out how much attention you were paying to the events, characters and fads of your lifetime.So what are you waiting for? Let's take a quizzical look back at your life.

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Book SynopsisYou are feeling sleepy... If you’re tired of sleepless nights, and wish you could drop off in two shakes of a lamb’s tail, then say hello to Kip! Your woolly friend will guide you through this soporific little volume that’s filled with more sheep than you can count and plenty of relaxing puzzles. It’ll have you snoozing in no time.

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Book SynopsisAre you fluent in emoji? Test out your emoji-translating skills with The Emoji Puzzle Challenge. With over 200 emoji-based puzzles on films, music, geography, sports, and history to name a few, work your way through these funny and colourful enigmas. Think you can work out what the plot of Forrest Gump is when it's told in emoji form? What about the lyrics to Lady Gaga's Papparazzi? The Emoji Puzzle Challenge is the perfect gift for any emoji-mad member of your family, which last time we looked up from our smartphone, was everyone. Table of ContentsHow the Puzzles Work • Name the Movie • Name the Famous Sporting Event • Name the Book • Name the Work of Art • Name the Video Game • Name the Place • Trivia & Answers.

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Book SynopsisThis fun puzzle pack contains 60 fascinating science puzzles. The answer to each problem - on the reverse of each card - explains a scientific principle in easy-to-understand terms, so not only are you solving puzzles, you are having fun while you learn!

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Book SynopsisPuzzles from the Nether re-creates the retro world of Hawkins, where Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas, Max and their ever-frazzled parents navigate the Upside Down, fight off herds of demodogs and eat far too many Eggo's. To help the team, you must guide Hopper through the demogorgon tunnels, reveal the codes to help Bob escape Hawkins Lab and solve eerie riddles to earn your place in the gang. There are more than 100 puzzles and riddles based on the world of Stranger Things with both fantastically frightening and whimsically retro artworks throughout the book to illustrate every brainteaser. Table of ContentsMore than 100 puzzles and riddles based on the world of Stranger Things. Each puzzle has a 1980s and upside down theme.

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Book SynopsisThe game is afoot once more, and Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are back to solve criminal mysteries and puzzles alike. In Sherlock Holmes Mind Palace Puzzles, Dr John Watson shares the great detective's memory-boosting techniques to help you start to think the Sherlock way. As you work your way through Watson's latest selection of his esteemed colleague's cases, Sherlock shares his knowledge of how the human brain works, meaning that you will find your memory skills improving until you too can create your very own Mind Palace!The book includes more than 100 memory puzzles and classic Sherlock mysteries to solve, all written in the style of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's revered stories.Table of ContentsMore than one hundred puzzles are included, from seemingly simple riddles to more complicated brain-busting logic puzzles, alongside murder mysteries for the reader to solve alongside Sherlock. Tips and tricks for solving the Sherlock way are included, as well as an introduction to the memory techniques needed to create your own Mind Palace!

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Book SynopsisIt’s more than just a radio station – Radio 4 is a celebration of curiosity, knowledge and entertainment, and it’s a beloved soundtrack to life for millions of Britons. But for the moments when you’re not tuning in, how about a puzzle or two to pass the time? From quizzes and riddles to crosswords and sudoku, whether you’re an expert on all things Radio 4 or merely a casual listener, there’s plenty in these pages to tickle your fancy and tease your brain.

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Book SynopsisPut your deciphering skills and mental agility to the test with over 280 cryptic, numerical and linguistic brainteasers from Britain's best-loved radio programme, set by the world's ultimate puzzle masters.

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Book SynopsisLose yourself in these fast and frantic crosswords, perfect for any spare moment in the day.With 150 brand-new puzzles, The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 9 will entertain eager enthusiasts and beginners alike. Test your general knowledge and vocabulary, whether at home or on-the-go.The perfect puzzle compilation for quick-fire crossword fans.

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Book SynopsisThe Telegraph PlusWord returns with a brand new set of puzzles for lovers of Wordle!Can you complete the crossword and find the PlusWord?This is the new edition of the puzzle collection that brings together the best of two worlds, combining the fun of crosswords with online word-finding puzzles. This utterly addictive puzzling experience sets you the task of solving the clues then working out from the positioning of the letters what the PlusWord is... there is only one answer.There are 150 grids for you to enjoy anywhere or anytime you choose.

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Book SynopsisAn official Coronation Street interactive novelAn official Coronation Street Interactive novel set in the celebrated cobbled town of ITV's Weatherfield. November 1983.  A series of poison pen letters has been delivered to various occupants of the properties on Coronation Street. Each missive threatens to expose a past scandal or spread an unsavory rumor, but are the letters from a current resident, a recently departed local or a complete outsider?  And what is the motive linking them all? Well, that's where you come in. Step into the shoes of a police constable, several years into your career, to solve the case. Up for the challenge, your job is to determine the course of the story and make the right choices. If you can crack this, your sergeant is sure to recommend that you ascend to the rank of detective. There's just one snag - he doesn't think the case merits anything more than

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Book SynopsisA passionate and imaginative exploration of wood – the material that shaped human history. As a material, wood has no equal in strength, resilience, adaptability and availability. It has been our partner in the cultural evolution from woodland foragers to engineers of our own destiny. Tracing that partnership through tools, devices, construction and artistic expression, Max Adams explores the role that wood has played in our own history as an imaginative, curious and resourceful species. Beginning with an investigation of the material properties of various species of wood, The Museum of the Wood Age investigates the influence of six basic devices – wedge, inclined plane, screw, lever, wheel, axle and pulley – and in so doing reveals the myriad ways in which wood has been worked throughout human history. From the simple bivouacs of hunter-gatherers to sophisticated wooden buildings such as stave churches; from the decorative arts to the humble woodworking of rustic furniture; Max Adams fashions a lattice of interconnected stories and objects that trace a path of human ingenuity across half a million years of history.Trade ReviewA refreshing paean to the power of both nature and human ingenuity * History Revealed *'The Museum of the Wood Age really does achieve something different...Both Max Adam's wealth of experience - as archeologist and craftsman - and his passion are irresistible.' * TLS *PRAISE FOR MAX ADAMS: "Adams' enthusiasm is beguiling, his knowledge as bountiful as a beech-mast, and his appreciation of the utility of trees is a pointer to a better world" - The Times "This book is a celebration of the plant from which it is made" - i, on The Wisdom of Trees "An elegant book packed with information... Adams is a true woodsman so speaks with authority" - Country Life, on The Wisdom of Trees "Gripping, hugely enjoyable and deeply scholarly" * History Today Books of the Year, on The King in the North *

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Book SynopsisA colourful guide (with accompanying online video tutorials) to creating decorative pieces for the home, parties and events alongside ideas for presents, cards and gift wrapping. Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding and kirigami is the traditional art of paper cutting. In this beautifully illustrated book, paper artist Wei You introduces you to over 30 unique projects for your home that can be made by anyone, regardless of experience. After learning the basic folds, discover different paper types – try out pretty handmade ones such as mulberry and decorative washi, or experiment with the full rainbow of classic origami paper – and find a wealth of ideas from table decorations and tiles, to gift wrap and seasonal decorations. In no time at all you will have the skills to craft delicate roses and stylish card holders, striking wall art to decorate your home, parties and events, as well as unique eco-friendly ideas for presents and cards. Easy-to-follow instructions, photographs and diagrams guide you step by step through traditional and contemporary designs and accompanying videos for each origami project will ensure you develop your skills to create some truly impressive makes. Paper is more than just a blank page to write on – grab yourself a bundle and get started folding, cutting and creating your own paper magic!Trade ReviewInstructions for origami symbols as well as directions for what paper works well for which type of ori/kirigami are welcome additions […] who could resist fashioning a feathered or sandhill crane? * Booklist *This gorgeous guide takes you through a range of projects using both origami and its neighbour kirigami [...] Wei's stunning designs include hanging decorations, gift wrap and festive ornaments. The best bit? Helpful illustrations accompany most of the projects to give you a hand. * Crafts Beautiful *I found the directions straightforward. The variety of projects makes this book an excellent year-round reference. * Handmade by Deb *This is a thorough entry into the world of paper crafting, with beautiful photos to accompany each project and enough pieces for readers of every skill level to enjoy. * Library Journal *Table of ContentsIntroduction Paper and Tools How To Read Origami Instructions and Symbols Basic Folds 1. TABLE DECORATIONS Centrepieces Pretty Pentagon Flower Fabulous Flower Vase Majestic Swan Place Card Holders Hinode Crane Hakobu Crane Geometric Base Napkin Rings Eight-petal Flower Flamboyant Flamingo 2. HANGING DECORATIONS Colourful Doves Beautiful Blossoms 3. WALL ART Rose Wall Panel Brilliant Butterflies Square Flowers 4. TILES Windmill Tiles Diamond Tiles Square Tiles 5. PAPER GIFTS Cranes Basic Crane Feathered Crane Sandhill Crane Exotic Crane Tant Crane Romantic Rose Proud Parrot 6. GIFT WRAPPING Basic Wrapping Pleat Fold Wrapping Kimono-style Wrapping Kimono Variation Pocket Wrapping Suit-style Wrapping Wine Gift Bag Ribbons and Decorations Fan Leaf Rose Miniature Crane Simple Ribbon Bow Ribbon Knot String Flower Collage Gift Wrap 7. GREETINGS CARDS Kaleidoscope Flower Paper Doll in Kimono Let it Snow! 8. SEASONAL DECORATIONS Paper Strip Decorations Hearts Baubles Balls Assembling the links Spooky Bat Halloween Garland Festive Ornament Christmas Tree Patterns About the Author

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Book Synopsis15 projects featuring more than 30 step-by-step amigurumi inspired by the works of William Shakespeare. Published to coincide with the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's First Folio being published, this fabulous collection of creations ranges from the iconic Romeo and Juliet to Hamlet and the Ghost, and from the Three Witches from Macbeth to Bottom and Titania from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Not forgetting the one and only Woolliam Shakespeare himself. Each project features an introduction to the play and its characters, followed by colourful step-by-step instructions. The easy-to-make designs include fully illustrated stitch basics, perfect for beginning crocheters as well as advanced crochet enthusiasts.Trade Reviewadorable…novice-friendly…enchanting… The step-by-step instructions are easy to follow, and Hatchard’s detailed explanation of how to read crochet patterns will be a boon to beginners. Crocheters with a literary bent will get a kick out of this. * Publishers Weekly *[C]learly illustrated, well written, and easy enough to follow for advanced beginner crocheters. Included with the instructions are Hatchard’s playful puns and intriguing choices that all bring the Bard’s characters into cuddly existence… A perfect addition to the crafty reader’s shelf. Will have Shakespeare readers and English teachers crocheting characters in no time. -- Emily Bowles * Library Journal *This hilarious but entirely strait-laced arts-and-crafts book includes 15 crochet projects inspired by Woolliam Shakespeare’s yarns […] It’s more moving than you might expect when 100-percent-cotton Julius Caesar cries out, “Et tu, Crochet?” -- Ron Charles * Washington Post *Table of ContentsIntroduction Getting Started General Tips Romeo and Juliet - Romeo - Juliet Macbeth - Macbeth - Witches - Cauldron A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Titania - Bottom Antony and Cleopatra - Antony - Cleopatra Hamlet - Hamlet - Yorick's Skull - The Ghost Henry VIII - Henry VIII - Cardinal Wolsey - Anne Boleyn Julius Caesar - Julius Caesar - Brutus King Lear - King Lear - Lear's Fool Much Ado about Nothing - Benedick - Beatrice The Tempest - Prospero - Caliban - Ariel Othello - Othello - Iago The Winter's Tale - Antigonus - Bear The Merry Wives of Windsor - Falstaff - Mistress Page - Mistress Ford Twelfth Night - Viola/Cesario Woolliam Shakespeare - The Bard How to Crochet How to Read a Pattern Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisSend sweet seasonal messages with the Festive Pals My Stationery Set from Petit Collage!This craft kit includes everything you need to write and share 12 holiday greetings with friends and family, including coloring pencils and adorable stickers to add character to the animal-shaped notes. Maybe you’ll write a thank you note, share good news, or bring a smile to someone’s face with a cheerful drawing. However you choose to use the notes, they’re sure to be very gratefully received, and you can record your precious memories of this special time of year in the keepsake notebook that comes as part of the set. Perfect for ages 6+, all the materials come packaged in a beautiful keepsake storage tin with carry handle that can be reused! Inside, you’ll find 12 animal-shaped folding notes, a notebook to be personalized, 50 stickers, and four double-ended coloring pencils.CUSTOMIZABLE KIDS CRAFT SET – Ge

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Book SynopsisTransform vintage finds and broken objects into pieces to treasure with Remade Vintage Jewelry. Co-co Nichole Bush has a passion for creating one-of-a-kind jewellery by combining antique and vintage treasures to make distinctive and unique statements, and in these 35 projects, she shares that passion with you. Old keys become quirky earrings or hang on chains as a pretty necklace. Pieces of watches capture a moment in time: combined with other trinkets, they're turned into a lapel pin or wrist cuff. Anything can be a charm for a necklace or bracelet, from beads to brooches and earrings, even door knobs. Metal locker number tags act as intriguing focal points and tintypes (photographs on metal rather than paper, made in the late 19th century) provide an instant echo of the past. Some designs are deeply personal, incorporating things that remind Co-co of family and friends, and she suggests what you might include for your own individual pieces. With clear, step-by-step artworks and instructions, a helpful techniques section, and lots of inspiration throughout, you will soon become skilled in making your own pieces of nostalgic, stunning jewellery.

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Book SynopsisFill your home with 30 contemporary hand-knitted designs by Melanie Porter. All of the projects in Knitted Home are easy to make and will inject style and colour into your interiors. There are three colour schemes to choose from – blues and greens in 'Cool Collection'; reds, oranges, and yellows in 'Hot Ideas'; and whites, creams, and greys in 'Pale Palette' – so there is something for all tastes. You can start with smaller projects, such as the bolster pillow cover, flower vase cosy, or stripy clock cover, then move on to something a little larger, such as the rope knit basket, chunky knit rug, or covered footstool. With a comprehensive techniques section, you’ll discover how to use giant knitting needles and how to measure furniture for a knitted cover, as well as all the basics of knitting, so even beginners can try their hand at these fabulous ideas.

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Book SynopsisWhat is lived-in style? It's laid-back, comfortable, no-fuss and uniquely you. It could bring to mind the comfy chair you curl up in beside the window. Maybe it will get you thinking about your freshly made bed, topped with a vintage blanket or quilt. Or perhaps it will elicit a smile over the collection of mementos and found treasures displayed on your mantel. Author Ki Nassauer sets out to visit 12 beautiful and eclectic lived-in homes full of vintage and repurposed treasures and hear how their owners put them together. Tips and hints give an insight into how to shop vintage, source art and antiques, introduce a sense of personality and have fun with decorating. As the owners of these homes demonstrate, Lived-In Style is about slowly amassing pieces over time—and truly loving each piece you gather. The result is a joyful and personal home—a cozy yet chic spot where everyone will want to put their feet up and stay awhile.

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Book SynopsisJoanne Condon takes you step-by-step through the process of furniture flipping, from choosing the right piece to using colour, pattern and detail to bring new life to an item. The perfect antidote to unsustainable, mass-produced ‘fast furniture’, flipping can take many forms: applying paint or wallpaper, replacing handles and hardware, experimenting with colour and adding pattern and texture. First of all, Joanne explains everything you need to get started, including essential equipment and how to prepare old furniture for painting. Next, you will find 25 projects, organized by difficulty level. Beginners can start out with simple stencils and colour blocking. Intermediate upcyclers can try their hand at cross stitch on a cane-backed chair. And confident furniture flippers can take on more advanced projects, such as transforming a wardrobe into a pantry or creating a distressed paint effect. Throughout the book, Joanne presents easy-to-follow instructions with photographs to guide you at every step of the way.

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Book SynopsisFrom the pages of Barbara Brackman’s Third Edition of the Encyclopedia of Pieced Quilt Patterns book, BlockBase+ brings over 4,000 quilt blocks to your computer screen. Barbara’s decades of research are available to you in this organized and user-friendly software for Windows® and Mac® computers. Packed with complete publication information for each block, robust search features, exporting and printing capabilities – it’s the perfect quilting tool for all skill levels! Customers receive both Mac® and Windows® versions of BlockBase+ upon purchasing. VIEW BLOCKS - Take a “scroll” through 4,264 blocks organized in categories of One Patch, Non-Square, Fans, Wheels, Stars, and many more! Zoom in on a block to see it in full detail! Learn the original published names for each block and from what source each was first published. Some blocks have multiple names and sources! FIND BLOCKS - BlockBase+ comes with advanced search features! If you have the Encyclopedia of Pieced Quilt Patterns by Barbara Brackman, you can use the search feature to find a block based on the Brackman ID listed in the book. Or you can search by keyword, source, or category (skill level, piecing style, etc.) to scour the database for blocks based on specific criteria. PRINT BLOCKS - BlockBase+ is a block-printing powerhouse! Choose to print a picture of the block, templates, rotary cutting chart, or foundation pattern – in any size! Each printing style comes with customizable settings so your printout fits your needs. Enter the desired finished size and seam allowance, then print! Use the interactive print preview to move and rotate pattern pieces on the pages and add new pages if necessary. Includes a 1-inch scale square to ensure your printouts are true to size. Not ready to print and sew? Save your customized preview as a PDF file to come back to later! EXPORT BLOCKS - Every block can be exported as a low - or high-resolution PNG or JPG file to use in documents, on the web, or just to show your friends the next block you plan to sew! If you have a fabric cutter, BlockBase+ can export SVG files for use in fabric-cutting machines. Choose the size and save the file for your cutter! PREVIEW LAYOUTS - Choose a block to view in seven pre-designed quilt layouts. The selected block will display in a simple click-through dialog box so you can preview that block in different settings. You’ll be amazed by the secondary designs created when some of these blocks are repeated in a layout! Electric Quilt Software NOT required, but Electric Quilt 8 owners can link BlockBase+ to their EQ8 if they wish. The BlockBase+ package contains a single-user software download license and instructions for claiming the download and installing. Licence is non-transferable once claimed. No media device included. System Requirements Disclaimer: BlockBase+ will not run on Chromebooks or any devices running Android or iOS. BlockBase+ requires Windows or Mac operating systems, as listed below: Windows 11, Windows 10 macOS Monterey (12), Big Sur (11), Catalina (10.15), Mojave (10.14); Intel or M1 chip processors Internet Access Required Internet access required for downloading, activating, periodic validation, and accessing the support materials. You can be disconnected from the internet for general use of the software. Activation Unlimited installations. Two (2) computers may be simultaneously active. Activations can be easily transferred between computers. Space Requirements 250 MB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation. Recommended Resolution Minimum screen resolution of 1280 x 720, or greater.Trade ReviewWhat I love is you can print up the block as templates with the seam allowance added so you can cut the fabric shapes you need to make the block, as a block design, as a rotary cutting chart which tells you which fabrics to cut and to what size or as a foundation pieced block. [...] If you are bored of tracing designs out of books, or spending ages searching for the right block in the size you want on the internet BlockBase Plus is for you, every block you can think of available to print in any size you like! [...] I found the BlockBase+ software very easy to use,[...] so you don’t need to be really technologically savvy to get to grips with it. When you think about how much money you spend on books full of quilt blocks, and the hours spent trawling the internet for the block design and size you have in mind having it all at your finger tips in an easily searchable, customisable and printable way is definitely worthwhile. If you are a keen quilter I would say BlockBase+ is worth the investment. -- Fiona Pullen * The Sewing Directory *

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of a popular title breathes fresh fire into the fantastical world of dragons. It features five step-by-step projects - including a storm-heralding monster, a fire-breathing salamander and an ancient ice dragon - all with full-size outlines, plus one bonus outline for you to experiment with. With a brief introduction to using acrylic paints and transferring the outlines, this book will quickly immerse you in this fearsome fantasy world. The A3 (11.7 x 16.5in/ 297 x 420mm) outlines are provided on gatefold paper at the back of the book. This book was originally published as Ready to Paint Dragons (9781844486328), 2011.Table of ContentsIntroduction 4 Materials 6 Transferring the image 9 The projects 1. Stormbringer 10 2. Salamander 22 3. The Nursery 30 4. Firestorm 42 5. Glacier 54 Index 64 The outlines - five project outlines, plus one bonus outline

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Book Synopsis'I'm bored' must be the most frightening words in a child's vocabulary, and how to keep kids entertained is something that keeps many of us awake at night. 100 Things to Do Indoors is a collection of games, activities, prompts and projects to keep little and not-so-little ones focused, busy and happy. From simple and silly things to distract them for ten minutes to crafts and experiments to keep them entertained for an afternoon, there's a boredom buster for everyone. Pick a play prompt strip to give you all the inspiration you need whether you're a parent, a grandparent, a childcare worker or simply the one in charge of a child for a day!Not every activity will suit your day - or their mood - so just turn the stick over or choose another one from the pot.If you don't know how to make rainbow crayons, a calming jar or bath paints, no problem. There's a handy booklet with all the instructions you'll need for all sorts of projects.Whilst there are plenty of ideas for solo play, there are plenty more things for you to join in with, as well as group activities that will work well for bigger families and parties.Embrace the indoors and ...Get creative with slime, goop and bath bombs.Channel your inner scientist with lava bottles, erupting volcanoes and magic drinks.Make a time capsule, have a Yes day, or build a tape town.The activities are written with children aged 3-8 years in mind but it's your call as to how much help, support and age-appropriate supervision they might need ... make whatever adjustments are necessary.Have fun!

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Book Synopsis'I'm bored' must be the most frightening words in a child's vocabulary, and how to keep kids entertained is something that keeps many of us awake at night. 100 Things to Do Outdoors is a collection of games, activities, prompts and projects to keep little and not-so-little ones focused, busy and happy. From simple and silly things to distract them for ten minutes to crafts and experiments to keep them entertained for an afternoon, there's a boredom buster for everyone. Pick a play prompt strip to give you all the inspiration you need whether you're a parent, a grandparent, a childcare worker or simply the one in charge of a child for a day! Not every activity will suit your day - or their mood - so just turn the stick over or choose another one from the pot.If you don't know how to make moon sand, chalk paints or giant bubbles, no problem. There's a handy booklet with all the instructions you'll need for all sorts of projects.Whilst there are plenty of ideas for solo play, there are plenty more things for you to join in with, as well as group activities that will work well for bigger families and parties.Embrace the outdoors and ...Learn about nature with scavenger hunts, the match box challenge or snail racing.Get creative with chalk paints, moon sand and wellie fashion.Hunt for dinosaur eggs, take a penny hike or make a potion lab.The activities are written with children aged 3-8 years in mind but it's your call as to how much help, support and age-appropriate supervision they might need ... make whatever adjustments are necessary.Have fun!

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Book SynopsisA joyful exploration of modern calligraphy, with exercises and ideas to help you get creative with ink. Modern calligraphy has taken social media by storm and inspired thousands of people to put pen to paper and get involved with ink. For years, handwriting has been in danger of becoming lost to keyboards and smartphones, with few of us picking up a pen to do much more than scrawl a shopping list or take hasty notes in meetings so, for professional calligrapher Betty Soldi, this increase in interest is welcome.   In Inkspired, Betty encourages you to reconnect with handwriting and discover the calming, creative joy of calligraphy. The book contains guidelines and practice pages, and its calligraphy-friendly paper and unique lie-flat binding mean you can write straight into the book with ease. Once you have had a go at her own `Alphabetty' of calligraphic letters, you are encouraged to develop your own individual style, with a section of projects,

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Book SynopsisDrawing can improve your mood, release endorphins and make you happy – but for many, the fear of the blank page, combined with a lack of confidence and know-how, can be daunting.In her new book, Molly Egan encourages you to sketch like no one is watching! Once you stop caring what people think – just like when you were a child – your creativity will flow. Filled with drawing prompts and tutorials, Molly will help you to unleash your creativity and embrace your own unique style. Build your skills by revisiting the basics, such as shape, perspective and pattern, then learn how to draw from photographs and from real life, sketching people, nature, buildings, landscapes and more.Small enough to put in your bag, yet big enough to make impactful art, this fun title will reignite your passion for being creative.

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