Home & Garden Books

Book SynopsisA heavily photographed guide to making natural plant dyes and using these dyes to create clothing and home decor, with over two dozen projects and ideas for every season, detailed instructions on dye methods and botanical information about the plants used. Natural Color shows how to create vibrantly hued pillows, napkins, clothing and accessories using centuries old techniques of dyeing. Natural Color focuses on achievable projects throughout the seasons.Trade ReviewAs seen in Sunset Magazine, Sweet Paul, Well + Good, Pacific Horticulture, Sacramento Street, and many more!"She is at the forefront of the “slow fashion” movement."—Publishers Weekly“Sasha Duerr teaches us to look to nature for inspiration, using botanicals to create subtle, painterly hues. Her ecologically sound approach is both ancient and modern and thoroughly in tune with the times--all photographed to beautifully capture the subtlety of her work.” —Julie Carlson, Remodelista editor in chief"A rich resource of indoor, plant-based DIYs"—Garden Collage"One of the prettiest books to land on our desks"—The Chalkboard"Discover the wonderful world of natural dye."—Atlas Magazine"Sasha Duerr’s book is all about the kind of awareness we need — not only for making better choices, but also for tuning into the cycle and offerings of nature. As Duerr points out, nature is the ultimate instructor, an invaluable source of color, inspiration and innovation for all creative endeavors."—Santa Cruz Sentinel"Sasha makes a seemingly complicated process appear less daunting. Her beautifully illustrated book is filled with easy-to-follow recipes and ingredients that we all have on hand, in our gardens, or compost piles!"—Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home"In Natural Color, Sasha shares her extraordinary gift for seeing color in nature. Through accessible projects and seasonal plant dying recipes, Sasha brings beautiful color to our lives and deepens our connection with nature." —Molly de Vries, owner of textile company, Ambatalia"Duerr is knowledgeable and thorough, and fiber artists with an interest in incorporating natural dyeing into their work will find the information they need to get started, as well as insight into the dyeing process." —Library JournalTable of ContentsCONTENTS 1 LIVING COLOR: AN INTRODUCTION 11 THE PRACTICE OF PLANT DYEING 43 SPRING 52 CREATING COLOR THROUGH FOOD 79 SUMMER 90 THE ANCIENT PRIMARY COLORS: MADDER, WELD, AND INDIGO 122 THE SPECTRUM OF NATURAL COLOR 131 FALL 150 NATURAL COLOR FROM PERSIMMON 169 THE ART OF MEDICINAL DYEING 175 WINTER 202 WEEDING YOUR WARDROBE 209 WORKBOOK 211 MORDANTS AND MODIFIERS 235 TECHNIQUES

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Book SynopsisThe UK''s leading no-dig gardening expert, Charles Dowding, shares his organic approach to growing healthy, vibrant crops.The no-dig approach to gardening based on the key principle of leaving the ground as undisturbed as possible has gained popularity in recent years as a more efficient, economical and sustainable way to grow healthy plants.Packed with easy-to-follow advice, Organic Gardening reveals the art of the no-dig approach and the techniques required to grow organic crops while enhancing soil structure.By employing the simplicity of the no-dig technique and using a system of permanent, slightly raised beds, Charles Dowding shows how to grow a delicious variety of fruit and vegetables sustainably and organically: what to choose; when to sow, plant and harvest; and how best to avoid pests and diseases.From sowing seeds and making compost to harvesting summer salads and winter vegetables, this accessible guide is an essential resTrade ReviewCharles's crops positively glow with health, in testament to his methods... he conveys a deep reverence for the soil, which has fuelled his no-dig ethos. * Kitchen Garden magazine *If anyone can convince gardeners that vegetable plots do not need digging, it is this author - his methods are at times contrary to standard advice, but he is not dogmatic and has a gift for clear explanation. * Sue Stickland, RHS The Garden *Charles is a passionate and accomplished gardener, who grows vegetables of amazing flavour. * Raymond Blanc OBE World renowned chef and restaurateur *One of our most respected vegetable growers... Now ordinary gardeners can benefit from his years of practical experience. * Joy Larkcom, author of Grow Your Own Vegetables *This book will undoubtedly become the 'no-dig' bible, as was its predecessor. * Pushing Up Dandelions website *Table of ContentsForeword by Patrick Holden, CBE, Founder of the Sustainable Food Trust & ex-director of The Soil Association Introduction Part 1: Letting Nature Nurture your Garden The art of not digging The basics Deciding what to grow What’s in season? Living with pests Sowing seeds, raising plants Making compost The moon Part 2: Healthy Harvests Summer salads Winter salads Alliums Choice of roots Savouring summer Brassicas Tomatoes, greenhouse vegetables and unusual vegetables Perennial vegetables Herbs and edible flowers Tree fruit and nuts Soft fruit (berries) Postscript Appendix: Dig/no-dig experiment at Lower Farm Resources Bibliography Main index Index of recipes

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Book SynopsisLiving on the remote island of Mull has inspired Banjo to be resourceful and inventive in his design outlook. With sustainability and budget in mind, he combines vintage finds with clever design and re-purposes the old, re-imagining it into something new. From contemporary to classic, his spaces are characterful, curated and eco-conscious. In Wild Isle Style, Banjo encourages people to give design a go and create their own signature style. No matter your look, from budget bougie to boho, nouveau or deco, this book will uncover universal ideas that you can easily implement into your home interiors. It’s an accessible roadmap to creating authentic and sustainable design that doesn’t cost the earth. Including interviews with collectors, sellers and makers, Wild Isle Style gives you permission to have fun with your interiors, to turn shopping into an adventure and help you reclaim your home and your budget.

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Book SynopsisIn February of 2014, Ravelry gained its 4 millionth member. To celebrate, the site released statistical information about its users, and we learned that more than 30 thousand members have uploaded their own original patterns to Ravelry’s database of patterns. That’s a lot of pattern designers! Have you ever stopped to wonder where Ravelers are learning how to write, format, and photograph their instructions and projects? While the knitting book market has a variety of how-to-design-a-sweater books, there hasn’t been a book to date that acts a writing guide for knitters until Kate Atherley’s Pattern Writing for Knit Designers. In the pages of this must-have resource, Kate takes knitters and would-be pattern writers through each step necessary to create a set of instructions that fellow knitters will be able to successfully reknit. Kate has poured her years of experience reading, editing and writing instructions as Knitty.com’s Managing Technical Editor into Pattern Writing for Knit Designers to aid knitters in creating patterns ready for publication. In addition to a detailed style guide of preferred abbreviations, phrases, punctuation, and number usage, Pattern Writing for Knit Designers also includes sample instructions, schematics, and charts (all with “how to’s” along with “how not to’s”), templates for the most popular type of projects, and guidelines for photography and layout for those wanting to publish on their own. It’s truly everything a knitter needs all in one fantastic resource. Pattern Writing for Knit Designers sets the universal industry standard for pattern writing, taking the guesswork out of how to write knitting instructions.Trade Review"Everything a knitter needs to complete a project. An insider's view of pattern design, presented in a surprisingly readable package. There's an abundance of information here, and designers of all skill levels who are interested in improving the structure and presentation of their knitting patterns will gain much from Atherley's expertise." --Library Journal, Starred Review "Kate provides everything you need to know to share the designs for your knitted creations. All steps are clearly laid out and broken down, and include writing basic patterns, schematics and charts for all types of design and all levels of knitter." --Let's Knit "A good reference for any knitter who wants to better understand the language of patterns and the experienced designer looking to improve pattern-writing skills." --Yarn Market News

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Book SynopsisScientist/gardener Carol Deppe combines her passion for organic gardening with newly emerging scientific information from many fields — resilience science, climatology, climate change, ecology, anthropology, paleontology, sustainable agriculture, nutrition, health, and medicine. In the last half of The Resilient Gardener, Deppe extends and illustrates these principles with detailed information about growing and using five key crops: potatoes, corn, beans, squash, and eggs. In this book you’ll learn how to: •Garden in an era of unpredictable weather and climate change •Grow, store, and use more of your own staple crops •Garden efficiently and comfortably (even if you have a bad back) •Grow, store, and cook different varieties of potatoes and save your own potato seed •Grow the right varieties of corn to make your own gourmet-quality fast-cooking polenta, cornbread, parched corn, corn cakes, pancakes and even savory corn gravy •Make whole-grain, corn-based breads and cakes using the author’s original gluten-free recipes involving no other grains, artificial binders, or dairy products •Grow and use popbeans and other grain legumes •Grow, store, and use summer, winter, and drying squash •Keep a home laying flock of ducks or chickens; integrate them with your gardening, and grow most of their feed. The Resilient Gardener is both a conceptual and a hands-on organic gardening book, and is suitable for vegetable gardeners at all levels of experience. Resilience here is broadly conceived and encompasses a full range of problems, from personal hard times such as injuries, family crises, financial problems, health problems, and special dietary needs (gluten intolerance, food allergies, carbohydrate sensitivity, and a need for weight control) to serious regional and global disasters and climate change. It is a supremely optimistic as well as realistic book about how resilient gardeners and their vegetable gardens can flourish even in challenging times and help their communities to survive and thrive through everything that comes their way — from tomorrow through the next thousand years. Organic gardening, vegetable gardening, self-sufficiency, subsistence gardening, gluten-free living.Trade ReviewLibrary Journal- "Resilient" gardeners adapt to challenging health, dietary, weather, or financial situations to produce food that can sustain a family through adverse times. In this guide to becoming such a gardener, plant breeder Deppe (Breed Your Own Vegetable Varieties) details her methods for safe and reliable food production-and covers more than strictly gardening-no matter your state of health or what climate you are in. She focuses on five crops with calorie, nutrient, and storage values: potatoes, corn, beans, squash, and, yes, duck eggs. In each chapter, Deppe describes her experiences with specific varieties of crops (with particular reference to her own climate in coastal Oregon), specific techniques for success, and unusual recipes suited to the varieties she grows (all are designed for those with gluten intolerance). VERDICT Deppe's idiosyncratic personality shines through her writing-this is as much a series of personal anecdotes by a lifelong expert gardener as a gardening book that will appeal to readers of a similar bent. Ideal for dedicated, independent gardeners who want to focus on food production despite dietary challenges, poor health, or other issuesForeWord Reviews- In The Resilient Gardener, scientist and author Carol Deppe offers readers an inspiring approach to gardening. For many, gardening is a hobby-a source of solace and an experiment in self-sufficiency. Gardens are designed to offer up good things during good times-handfuls of bulbous tomatoes after weeks of careful watering, weeding, and monitoring for invading insects, for example. But what happens when gardeners-along with the rest of society-face uncertain times? Uncertain times, caused by an unstable economy, changing weather patterns, or personal injury, result in an expanse of time when the "garden suffers because people have other priorities." With this premise in mind, Deppe introduces the concept of resilient gardening. In Deppe's world, gardening transcends the world of leisurely pursuit and transforms into an act of empowerment. In twelve intensely detailed chapters, The Resilient Gardener empowers readers with the knowledge they need to design, build, and maintain gardens that can withstand intense hardship and thrive despite periods of complete neglect. The first half of the book marries the practice of gardening with emerging global issues, such as climate change, increasing attention to weight control, and the rise of food allergies. Readers must first achieve a firm grasp of how these issues intersect with the process of gardening in order to fully benefit from the hands-on guidelines provided later in the book. Deppe's analysis is thorough; her research delves deep. By discussing the interaction between gardening and prevalent world issues, she establishes gardeners as hubs of sustainability and survival, their individual efforts producing movements of resilience that can benefit society as a whole. One of the major strengths of this book-and what sets it apart from the deluge of gardening books currently on bookstore shelves-is the union of Deppe's scientific knowledge with her personal gardening experience. The second half of the book details the five essential crops of self-reliance-potatoes, corn, beans, squash, and eggs-and how to grow them. Though these sections are largely "dip and skip" depending on the reader's level of knowledge, they are expressed in crisp, detailed, and incredibly fluid prose. Deppe is able to transmit the nitty-gritty of gardening through invaluable parcels of personal anecdotes that make the material relatable and a pleasure to read. Deppe's unique approach to her topic makes The Resilient Gardener an appealing selection for both experienced and beginner gardeners, as well as readers interested in issues of sustainability and global reform.Permaculture Activist- "This book presents an in-depth seed-to-table understanding of five culturally significant and life-sustaining crops: corn, beans, squash, potatoes, and eggs. Its power and promise are rooted in Deppe's lived experience and revealed in the careful detail by which she shares it. This book is frank, plainspoken, and intimate. The basis for the author's diet is her intolerance for grain. She has celiac disease and cannot digest wheat or any of its near relatives in the grass family: rye, barley, oats, or triticale, and so has learned from much difficult experience to exclude completely from her table the foods most people depend upon for their daily bread. The basis of the book, however, is her determination to provide a reliable supply of staple food for her kitchen and to be responsible for every aspect of that from breeding and selecting the crops she uses to stabilizing and sharing the seed, to understanding the genetics, to exploring, cooking, and relishing the palate of flavors she nurtures and the rich and deeply satisfying foods that in turn nurture her, It is this quality of determination and careful empirical and practical work that recommends The Resilient Gardener to serious gardeners and home economists. Deppe is doing what many of us aspire to do.” "The Resilient Gardener is so essential, timely and important, and I will recommend it to everyone I know. It doesn't matter if you garden or if you don't-this is practical wisdom good for humans to know, passed on by a careful student who has deeply studied her life. Carol Deppe's lens is the garden-which is great for gardeners, but really, she speaks clearly to all of us. If you try to think like Deppe, you will find you have a new view of your life no matter who you are. This is a wise and intelligent book. Hats off to Carol Deppe!"--Deborah Madison, Author of Local Flavors and Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone "In the years since Carol Deppe wrote the classic Breed Your Own Vegetable Varieties, she has continued to grow in deep wisdom and experience. The Resilient Gardener is brilliantly timely, and shows us how to create gardens that can survive our increasingly erratic weather, while supplying key nutrition lacking in most vegetable gardens. This book fills a critical niche, and I recommend it unreservedly."--Toby Hemenway, author of Gaia's Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture "The Resilient Gardener is the most comprehensive and detailed book about gardening that I have read to date, and I could not find one sentence that I would quibble with. Not only does Deppe discuss all the immediate, nose- to- the- grindstone kind of information about producing and using homegrown food, but also all the surrounding environmental and cultural aspects of gardening that are so vital to success. A must read for beginning gardeners, and full of details even the most experienced will find invaluable."--Gene Logsdon, author of Small-Scale Grain Raising and Holy Shit: Managing Manure to Save Mankind "The Resilient Gardener gives concrete examples of how to deal with diet, climate, and economic changes before the need arises. Deppe challenges us to experiment with and practice all aspects of gardening, seed saving and food storage, and advises on the growing need to meet special food and climate requirements in the face of our food system's fragility. This book is an invaluable tool for gardeners and farmers as we experience more and more volatility in our food systems."--Suzanne Ashworth, author of Seed to Seed "Carol Deppe is informative, funny, and intriguing as she guides us through every phase of gardening--dispelling myths while also orienting us to the technical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of growing food. The Resilient Gardener is the quintessential guide to gardening from an authority who also knows how to enjoy herself."--Didi Emmons, author of Vegetarian Planet "Carol Deppe's celiac-friendly approach to gardening and nutrition provides a wealth of information on how to overcome food intolerances many are confronted with each day. If you struggle with food allergies or sensitivities--or want to use natural resources to create a healthy world for you and your family--this book is for you."--Peter H.R. Green, MD, Director, Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University "Growing food is among the most positive changes anyone can make in the face of uncertainty about the future. The Resilient Gardener is an information-packed resource for people starting or expanding a garden practice. This book empowers readers with skills and understanding, as did Deppe's previous book, Breed Your Own Vegetable Varieties."--Sandor Ellix Katz, author, Wild Fermentation and The Revolution Will Not Be MicrowavedTable of Contents1. Gardening and resilience 2. The plant-gardener covenant: 33 golden gardening rules 3. Gardening in an era of wild weather and climate change 4. Diet and food resilience 5. Labor and exercise 6. Water and watering 7. Soil and fertility 8. Potatoes 9. The laying flock 10. Squash and pumpkins 11. Beans 12. Corn

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Garden Media Guild Practical Book of the Year Award 2022 From the creator of the wildly popular website ‘Vertical Veg’ and with over 200k people in his online community of growers, comes the complete guide to growing delicious fruit, vegetables, herbs and salad in containers, pots and more – in any space at home – no matter how small! If you long to grow your own tomatoes, courgettes or strawberries but thought you didn’t have enough space, Mark Ridsdill Smith, aka the ‘Vertical Veg Man,’ will show you how. Make the most of walls, balconies, patios, arches and windowsills and create rich, beautiful and delicious homegrown food. With proven results from his ten years of experience growing in all kinds of containers and teaching people how to grow bountiful, edible crops in small spaces, Mark will show you how gardening in containers is more than just a hobby but rather a way of creating a significant amount of delicious, low-cost, nutritious food. In his second year of growing in containers, Mark grew over 80kg of food worth £900! Inside The Vertical Veg Guide to Container Gardening, you’ll find: Mark’s ‘Eight Steps to Success’ How to make the most of your space How to draw up a planning calendar so you can grow throughout the year Planting projects for beginners and the best plants to start with Compost recipes and wormery guide for the more experienced gardener Troubleshoots for the specific challenges of growing in small spaces Ways to support pollinators and other wildlife in urban areas How growing food at home can contribute to wellbeing, sustainability and the local community Don’t be confined by the space you have – grow all the food you want with Mark’s Vertical Veg Guide to Container Gardening.Trade Review‘Mark’s enthusiasm is infectious and together with his attention to often-overlooked details, will give you confidence and knowledge to grow an impressive amount of food in seriously small spaces, where you probably thought you could not! He has been practising what he preaches for a long time and continually refines his methods, to be able to share with you many effective ways to harvest fresh vegetables throughout the year.’—Charles Dowding, author of Skills for Growing and No Dig Gardening‘The impression that the fine art of gardening can be achieved only by those with large amounts of space is slowly and surely becoming disproved. Mark’s container gardening book deals another major blow to that myth with a comprehensive guide, both practical and scientific, to growing edibles without the need for open ground. With many people in urban areas now living in flats, whose outdoor access is limited to balconies or small community areas, this book lays out with thorough advice how to garden in container conditions and how to enjoy the social, physical, and mental benefits of gardening with the massive bonus of having access to fresh food. What I most love about this book is that it is entirely based around Mark’s practical experiences – he is a container gardener to his soul, and whether you are an experienced gardener or just starting out, it is the perfect launch to your endeavours.’—Chris Collins, TV presenter and head of horticulture at Garden Organic‘If you want bumper harvests from brick walls and block paving, this book shows you how. A cornucopia of sage advice and cunning tips, it's verbal fertiliser for your growing plans. But small space gardening is also about people, and Mark's considerate humanity blooms in every chapter.’—Tom Heap, BBC Countryfile‘Mark has filled this book with so many insights from years of first-hand trial-and-error and building a real green community around growing food in challenging situations. I hope it inspires an army of urban vegetable growers to make the most of their outside spaces – I couldn't put this down.’—Sian Berry, Green Party member of the London Assembly‘Like all the best educators Mark is an excellent storyteller, and his enthusiasm and personal commitment shine from every page. How many gardening books advise you that in December (in the Northern hemisphere) you should ‘sleep and dream’? ‘The stunning illustrations draw you into a world of great shared experience with practical tips at every level. The invitation to create abundance must prove alluring for even the most cautious beginner, and as a very experienced gardener, I found new insights and tips as enlightening as a complete newbie. ‘In an increasingly urbanised world, where many people who would love to eat healthily have no access to land, vertical gardening offers an instant opportunity to get on the pathway to a good chemical-free diet over which individuals and households can have control for themselves. ‘On a practical level this book details every important aspect of how to succeed growing in containers. From composting to watering, propagation to plant choices, there are detailed investigations and recommendations. The focus on minimising cost and on recycling is impressive. Side remarks on a range of issues from seed saving to being chemical free chime well with the underlying passion for issues of sustainability. Assuming little prior knowledge is a great way to open the text to all. The repeated watchword ‘keeping it simple’ is another worthy lesson for all. ‘Don’t be fooled by the ‘good for beginners’ intro. The depth of research and recording and the factual guidance is as good as it gets. This is a masterwork for all gardeners to enjoy – even the most experienced.’—Graham Bell, author, practicing gardener, teacher of permaculture‘Food deserts and the associated human health concerns that exist in urban environments belie the costs of a failing food system. Growing fresh and nutritious produce in the city is a most important aspect of any food quality discussion. Vertical Veg provides ideas and guidance for the individual to create “a green oasis in a concrete space”. A simple pot of soil can support tasty herbs, salad greens and more. Mark Ridsdill Smith shows us how to take these ideas to the limits of available space, both his and his neighbors. These actions are infectious and inclusive – nourishing the body, nurturing the soul and connecting the community.’—Nigel Palmer, author of The Regenerative Grower’s Guide to Garden Amendments‘I love the image of many small urban gardens growing in containers – so useful and beautiful where water is available. There is a lot of good information in this book, whether you intend to make a container garden or sow plants in the ground. I know it will be a good guide for this (non-urban) gardener for years to come.’—Deborah Madison, author of An Onion in My Pocket and Vegetable Literacy‘Mark has eliminated every excuse – you can garden wherever you live, without exception. He goes further than just salad greens by outlining a plan for most vegetables known to gardening. Despite the dedication, I contend that it will be as beneficial to those who want to container garden in the suburbs and the countryside as well as in the concrete jungle! We all are better off with this book. This book is detailed with many creative pointers gleaned from his years of experience container gardening. Fun to read.’—Peter Burke, author of Year-Round Indoor Salad Gardening

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Book SynopsisThis book contains a comprehensive range of data, which is required in the metalworking workshop and by those designing a wide range of engineered items, tools and machines. It provides, in a single concise volume, data that is only otherwise available by reference to many different sources or more expensive publications. For those involved in restoration work, the book also includes details of items not now used, and for which data is not easy to locate. Harold Hall was, for a number of years, the editor of Model Engineers' Workshop magazine and is the author of four previous books in this indispensable series.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Drills. Turning Tools. End Mills and Slot Drills. Grinding Wheels. Collets and Tapers. Precision Tooling. Spanners. Thread Data. Tapping Drill Sizes. Screw Thread Forms. Screw Cutting on the Lathe. Worm Cutting. Gears. Belt Drives. Dividing. Presswork. Welding Symbols. Mathematical Formulae. T-Slots and Dovetails. Electric/Electronic Components. Electrical Formulae. Hardware Dimensions. Material Dimensions. Material Specification. Miscellaneous Data. Mathematical Tables. Prime Numbers. Conversion Tables and Factors. Further Information. Glossary of Engineering Terms. Abbreviations.

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Book SynopsisHow to Store Your Garden Produce – the key to self-sufficiency is the modern guide to storing and preserving your garden produce, enabling you to eat home-grown goodness all year round. The easy to use reference section provides applicable storage and preservation techniques for the majority of plant produce grown commonly in gardens and allotments. Why is storing your garden produce the key to self-sufficiency? Because with less than an acre of garden you can grow enough produce to feed a family of four for a year, but as much of the produce will ripen simultaneously in the summer, without proper storage most of it will go to waste and you’ll be off to the supermarket again. Learn simple and enjoyable techniques for storing your produce and embrace the wonderful world of self-sufficiency. In the A-Z list of produce, each entry includes recommended varieties, suggested methods of storage and a number of recipes. Everything from how to make your own cider and pickled gerkhins to how to string onions and dry your own apple rings. You will know where your food has come from, you will save money, there will be no packaging and you’ll be eating tasty local food whilst feeling very good about it.Trade Review"There are so many benefits to 'growing your own', and as more and more of us get bitten by the bug this is the kind of book we'll need to give us storage tips in order to prevent all that unnecessary waste." * The Cottage Gardener *Table of ContentsIntroduction PART 1: METHODS AND GUIDELINES Basic storage Clamping, Freezing, Drying, Vaccum packing Salting, Bottling Pickles & chutneys Relishes, Ketchups & sauces Jams & jellies Fruit butters & cheeses Fermenting Part 2: A–Z OF PRODUCE

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Book SynopsisCoco Chanel was one of the most renowned designers of her time, creating timeless pieces such as the little black dress, chic quilted handbags and, of course, Chanel No.5. Known for her strong beliefs and fearless attitude, Pocket Coco Chanel is a collection of some of her best quotes. ‘A woman should be two things: who and what she wants’ ‘You live but once; you might as well be amusing.’ ‘Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.’ Inspirational, stylish and fun, this is the perfect gift for the fashionista in your life.

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Book SynopsisIn her latest book, Garden Style, Selina Lake reveals how to make the most of any outdoor space, no matter what size or shape. Selina begins by describing her sources of inspiration – famous gardens, nurseries and garden centres, plant catalogues and botanical prints. Armed with ideas, she moves on to Chapter Two, Decorating your Garden, which is packed with suggestions for container gardening and introducing decorative features. In the next chapter, Bringing the Outside In, she harvests flowers and foliage from the garden to provide seasonal adornment for her home. Chapter Four, Garden Rooms, Greenhouses and Sheds, taps into the current trend for garden buildings that allow you to make the most of your outdoor space. Next, in Relaxing Outdoors, Selina explains how to transform your garden into a stylish space for entertaining, with ideas on furniture, lighting and more. Finally, in Eating Outdoors, Selina offers advice on creating an inviting outdoor room for eating alfresco. The book is peppered with styling ideas and simple projects. There are also tips on choosing easy-to-grow garden plants and even growing your own produce. Perfect for anyone who wants to make the most of their own little patch of green, Garden Style will also appeal to those who might have neglected their outdoor space and need help to see the potential in their plot. Garden Style will allow readers to transform even the smallest scrap of outdoor space into a lush green retreat.

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Book SynopsisFrom tissue-fitting pioneers Pati Palmer and Marta Alto comes a new book whose title says it all: The Palmer/Pletsch Complete Guide to Fitting: Sew Great Clothes for Every Body! Fit Any Fashion Pattern. It’s been 20 years since their last book about fitting and altering sewing patterns, Fit for Real People. For Palmer and Alto, that means 20 more years of hands-on learning and experience from fitting more “real people” of all shapes and sizes from around the globe. Having long ago dispensed with tedious measuring or making a muslin to check the fit of a sewing pattern, the authors have mastered the process of tissue-fitting. This means simply “trying on” the pattern’s tissue pieces to check systematically for where to alter the pattern for a custom fit. The pattern pieces themselves become the “muslin.” “Systematically” means following the tissue-fitting sequence they’ve developed and refined. It’s a no-guess order of fitting that ensures success. The book reinforces this sequence since the alteration chapters themselves are ordered in the same sequence. Readers are instructed to start with length and width, move on to the back, check the neck and shoulders, all before even considering how the pattern fits in the bust. As they work through the pattern, sewers will alter the tissue and try on again until the tissue fits well. The book then instructs how to pin-fit the fabric for a final tweaking before sewing. The book explains all facets of pattern fitting and alteration to give readers the background and guidance they need to achieve a custom fit on any pattern from any company. Instructions include: • Take just one measurement to determine the right pattern size to buy. Find out what to do if you are between sizes or a different size top and bottom. • Make a “body map” with a close-fitting dress pattern to see how you differ from the “standard” on which sewing patterns are based. • Learn from “real people” examples of a variety of bodies and their individual alterations. • Use the book’s new “wrinkle dictionary” to identify a needed pattern alteration. “Wrinkles point to the problem,” say the authors, and now you can look up the page reference for a solution. • See how age can affect body shape, from preteen to octogenarian. • Take note of the latest sewing techniques for garment details that affect fit, such as darts, zippers and sleeves, for enhancing the look of a well-fitted garment. • Learn basic skills for designing or redesigning for myriad variations using the same pattern. Throughout the book, step-by step instructions are accompanied by full-color photography and a new style of technical art that is extremely clear. Short captions explain each illustration. As a bonus, the authors detail the evolution of ready-to-wear and pattern sizing over the past century, along with their own history in pioneering the art and practice of tissue-fitting.

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Book SynopsisWhat do you do when you need furniture for a specific space or purpose in your home and nothing you find fits the bill? Build your own!

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Book SynopsisFrench tastemaker Cordelia de Castellane presents her inspirations and secrets to exquisite at-home entertaining and decor, organised according to the four seasons.Trade Review"With tips and inspiration for living and entertaining à la française, you will delight in learning how to re-create chic French style for holiday celebrations, special events, and everyday occasions with seasonal tableware, recipes, interior design, and floral arrangements." —SOCIETY TEXAS"Cordelia de Castellane, the Queen of Chic and the artistic director of Dior Home and Baby Dior, spills her secrets to entertaining year-round. The new book features table-setting tips, recipes, and stunning photos from parties at her country estate." —ELLE DECOR"It is clear only a few pages into Cordelia de Castellane’s delightfully chic 'Life in a French Country House' that the author’s eclectic but elegant aesthetic has been decades in the making." —DEPARTURES"As France’s most prominent host and the artistic director of Dior Home and Baby Dior, de Castellane is a notable ambassador of the Gallic lifestyle. In fact I’m told she is to French entertaining what Inès de la Fressange is to French style (quite a distinction!) and there’s plenty of evidence to support that conjecture in the pages of this lush new book." —INTERIOR DESIGN MASTER CLASS"Layered table settings assembled from her designs for Dior, heirloom pieces and various things she’s collected over the years are photographed with rich detail. Between lovely mise en scenes are recipes for each of the seasons. It is the perfect book to curl up with on a cold autumn day while you dream of holidays in the South of France." —FORBES

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Book SynopsisYour Best Skin is your essential skincare manual, breaking down the science of your skin in a friendly, trustworthy and accessible way.Pharmaceutical scientist and beauty writer Hannah English takes an unbiased, science-backed dive into everything you need to know about caring for your skin, as she destigmatises skin conditions and asks us to stop blaming our diet and hygiene.Including quizzes to help you understand your skin, Hannah teaches you how you can heal yourself with your own beauty ritual that is actually tailored to your own needs. You'll even learn how to read a skincare label by decoding all the science jargon. Skin issues are legitimate medical issues and Hannah teaches us that science is up for the job of healing them. The best part is that there is a miracle cream, you just have to understand what’s right for you.Including photography, infographics and diagrams, Your Best Skin makes caring for your skin easy.

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Book SynopsisFilled with stunning photographs, this fascinating tribute illustrates and illuminates Hepburn's life. From her early years as an ingénue to her status as an international icon of elegance, it reveals how her unique beauty made her a dream subject for designers and photographers alike. Featuring her collaborations with Givenchy, and stills from the sets of her most famous Hollywood films, The Little Book of Audrey Hepburn takes the reader on a journey through the actress's career and reveals just how powerfully her image resonates across the globe - even so long after her death. Table of ContentsIntroduction • A Star is Born • A Roman Holiday: Italian Style • Funny Face: Beauty and Makeup • Breakfast At Tiffany's: The Making of an Icon • My Fair Lady: The Photographer's Muse • Little Black Dress: The Style Staples • Romance and Marriage • Humanitarian Work • Legacy • Index • Acknowledgements.

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Book SynopsisKew Gardens' beautiful, practical and contemporary guide to rose-growing for all gardeners. Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION TO GROWING ROSES PLANTS ‘Alba Semiplena’, ‘Albéric Barbier’, Amber Queen, Anne Harkness PROJECT 1: USING ROSES IN A MIXED BORDER OR BED ‘Arthur Bell’, Avon, Lady Banks’ rose, Berkshire, Blue Moon, Bonica PROJECT 2: USING ROSE HIPS Dog rose, Centifolia, Centre Stage, ‘Cerise Bouquet’, Charles Darwin, Claire Austin PROJECT 3: ROSES FOR A SHADY SPOT Claude Monet, ‘Climbing Cécile Brünner’, ‘Compassion’, ‘Comtesse du Caÿla’, ‘Constance Spry’, Darcey Bussell, Double Delight, ‘Felicia’ PROJECT 4: PROPAGATING ROSES IN WATER ‘Kiftsgate’, ‘Frau Karl Druschki, Rosa gallica ‘Versicolor’, Red-leaved rose, Graham Thomas, Happy Days, Helen’s rose, Iceberg, Kew Gardens, ‘Kew Rambler’ PROJECT 5: ROSES FOR AN EXPOSED SITE ‘La France’, ‘Lady Hillingdon’, Lady of Shalott, ‘Lavender Jewel’ PROJECT 6: CARING FOR MINIATURE ROSES ‘Little Flirt’, Himalayan rose, ‘Mrs John Laing’, Munstead Wood, ‘Nevada’, ‘New Dawn’, Olivia Rose Austin, Oranges and Lemons PROJECT 7: TRAINING AS A STANDARD FORM ‘Para Ti’, ‘Paul Neyron’, Peace, Pheasant, Pink Flower Carpet, ‘Rambling Rector’ PROJECT 8: TRAINING A ROSE AGAINST A WALL ‘Reine des Violettes’, ‘Roseraie de l’Haÿ’, Rosy Cushion, Chestnut rose PROJECT 9: GROWING ROSES FROM SEED Rugosa rose, ‘Sally Holmes’, Scepter’d Isle, Bristly-stalked rose, ‘Shropshire Lass’, ‘Silver Jubilee’ PROJECT 10: PRESERVING ROSE PETALS ‘Soleil d’Or’, Sophy’s Rose, ‘Souvenir de la Malmaison’, ‘Souvenir du Docteur Jamain’, Scotch rose, ‘Stars ’n’ Stripes’ PROJECT 11: GROWING ROSES IN A CONTAINER Sweet Dream, The Albrighton Rambler, The Generous Gardener, The Lady Gardener, The Poet’s Wife, ‘The Queen Elizabeth’ PROJECT 12: PLANTING A ROSE HEDGE Trumpeter, ‘William Lobb’, Hugo’s rose, Zéphirine Drouhin’ Troubleshooting What to do when Index Acknowledgments

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive and sumptuous survey that celebrates the beauty and appeal of flowers throughout art, history, and culture Take a journey across continents and cultures to discover the endless ways artists and image-makers have employed floral motifs throughout history. With 316 color illustrations showcasing the diversity of blooms from all over the world, Flower spans a wide range of styles and media - from art, botanical illustrations, and sculptures to floral arrangements, film stills, and textiles - and follows a visually stunning sequence with works, regardless of period, thoughtfully paired to allow interesting and revealing juxtapositions between them. Flower follows in the footsteps of Plant, Exploring the Botanical World, which Martha Stewart Living described as "breathtaking." Featuring large-scale images and accessible texts Flower offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject and includes both much-loved works together with examples that may prove more surprising discoveries, even for specialists. Selected by an international panel of art historians, museum curators, botanists, florists, horticulturalists, and more, works by a diverse range of both lesser-known and iconic artists and image-makers are featured, including: Nobuyoshi Araki, Cecil Beaton, Georg Ehret, David Hockney, Horst P. Horst, Nick Knight, Yayoi Kusama, Leonardo da Vinci, Robert Mapplethorpe, Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, Cedric Morris, William Morris, Georgia O'Keeffe, Irving Penn, David Hockney, Pierre-Joseph Redouté, Rachel Ruysch, Constance Spry, and Flora Starkey. Advisory panel: Lugene B. Bruno, Dr James Compton, Shane Connolly, Anne-Pierre d'Albis-Ganem, Celia Fisher, Susan M. Fraser, Victoria Gaiger, Elizabeth Hammer, Daisy Helman, Catherine Hess, Pascale Heurtel, Dr Lisa Hostetler, Lyndsey Ingram, Professor Dr Hans Walter Lack, Dr Fred G. Meijer, Colleen Morris, Polly Nicholson, Lynn Parker, Anna Pavord, Gill Saunders, Lindsey Taylor, Anatole Tchikine and Betsy Wieseman Additional texts: Giovanni Aloi, Louise Bell, Lugene Bruno, Shane Connolly, Clare Coulson, Louisa Elderton, Celia Fisher, Diane Fortenberry, Victoria Gaiger, Daisy Helman, Pascale Heurtel, Lyndsey Ingram, Hans Walter Lack, Fred G. Meijer, Alison Morris, Colleen Morris, Polly Nicholson, Michele Robecchi, Rebecca Roke, Gill Saunders, James Smith, Lindsey Taylor, David Trigg and Martin Walters Trade Review'A substantial survey of how art and culture have interpreted the floral world.' – Financial Times, How to Spend It '... a doorstopper, showstopper of a book that celebrates blossoms in fabric, photography, painting and ceramic.' – Wall Street Journal 'A new book from Phaidon examines [flowers'] rich symbolism, drawing on lush, visually striking images from several centuries of creative practice.' – Aesthetica Magazine 'In normal times, visits to gardens, jaunts to discover those famous scenic landscapes and soaking up lush vistas are, of course, one of the highlights for travellers the world over. Flower takes its readers on a different journey – but a voyage nonetheless – across continents and cultures to discover the endless ways artists and designers throughout history, from ancient Egypt to the modern day in New York, have depicted flowers and floral motifs.' – Forbes 'A sumptuous exploration of how blossoms and floral motifs have been used in various art forms throughout history.' – People Magazine 'Flower explores the origins of artists' and designers' affinity with blooms across continents and cultures.' – Design Week 'Like life, the flower is fragile and temporary, but we can cherish the beauty of them all the more thanks to Flower.' – Gardens Illustrated 'Celebrating the beauty and appeal of flowers throughout art, history, and culture, this volume takes readers on a journey across continents and cultures to discover the endless ways artists and image-makers have employed floral motifs throughout history.' – Publishers Weekly 'As deftly designed as it is readable, the volume uses flowers as eye candy, luring readers across time and continents to enjoy floral motifs.' – 360 West Magazine 'Absolutely a must-have in my library. The scope of floral artwork and the writing about it is mind-blowing.' – Tiffanie Turner, artist, architect, and author of The Fine Art of Paper Flowers 'Thematic and eclectic, Phaidon's Explorer books are a mine of knowledge, intelligence and beauty. Flower is no exception - the richness and thoroughness of the research in this new opus is breathtaking. Page after page, we stroll through a world of ever more wonderful flowers!' – Sacha Walckhoff, Designer and Christian Lacroix Creative Director '...a unique look at flowers and how they have been represented throughout art, history and culture ... the works are juxtaposed in pairs to create connections and contrasts. Such a delight.' – Emilio Ruiz Mateo, Artistic Director of Festival Flora, Spain 'A book of dreams for flower lovers.' – Christin Geall, author of Cultivated: The Elements of Floral Style 'Such an incredible array of treasures ... It feels infinite.' – Emily Thompson Flowers, New York 'A magnificent achievement ... the dedication to perfection shines through.' – T. M. Glass, digital artist and photographer 'Glorious from cover to cover, a book I will return to again and again.' – Cig Harvey, artist 'Full of inspirational flower images … A great resource for anyone who loves flowers. Definitely one for the Christmas list!' – Paula Pryke OBE, florist 'A poignant and visually stunning accomplishment, showing how artists have been so devoted and obsessed with our symbiotic relationship to flowers for generations. We don't always notice them but my word, we would be utterly lost without them. A glorious read.' – Raphael Verrion, Head Florist, Soho House

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Book SynopsisIn Design Secrets, Kit Kemp plants that creative seed giving readers a new way of looking at interiors and the confidence to be bold in their designs.Design Secrets is a unique, lively and informative masterclass which will become your touchstone for top tips, do’s and don’ts and creative projects to add a fresh and exciting feel to your living space. It even has its own colouring-in book to explore new colour ideas.Discover how to create character in your home by making the most of the often forgotten details, from dado rails to the leading edge of a curtain. Learn about celebrating raw materials, creating a collection and even adding a touch of magic, as Kit shares creative ways to bring personalised details to make your home as individual as you are.Kit reveals her ‘Dos and Don’ts’, including clever tips on how to hang art to tell a story and designing your own signature Kit Kemp headboard. This chapter is an invaluable glossary of creative ideas, with playful yet practical guides exploring topics from how to use colour in design, tips for lighting up a room, how to use found fabrics and more.In ‘Meet the Maker’ readers can delve into the creative minds of some of Kit’s favourite artists and craftsmen, from the retired sailor turned woolworker, Colin Millington to renowned ceramicist Martha Freud, sustainable fashion designer Clio Peppiatt and figurative painter Joe Fan.In the final chapter, Kit intends to awaken 'the maker' in every reader with a series of fun and creative projects to do at home, from embellishing a shell mirror to painting candlesticks and a step-by-step guide to appliqué a cushion.There is even an opportunity to add your own personal flourish to the book itself in the one-of-a-kind hand illustrated colouring-in book, which invites readers to reimagine some of Kit Kemp’s most iconic interiors.In Design Secrets, Kit Kemp welcomes you into her colourful world and reveals how to create interiors which capture the imagination.Trade ReviewDesign Secrets offers a masterclass in creating character in your home, blending practical tips with inspiring ideas and a dash of exuberance and joy. * Country Life *

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Book SynopsisThis critically acclaimed and definitive permaculture design book was the inspiration that BBC2's Brigit Strawbridge (of Its Not Easy Being Green) needed to attend her first permaculture design course with Patrick Whitefield, setting her and her family off on a voyage of discovery which is helping to introduce and inspire others. Already hailed in the UK, Europe and America as definitive, and reprinted by popular demand, The Earth Care Manual offers an inspirational yet practical vision of a sustainable future invaluable to those new to the subject as well as to the experienced practitioner. The permaculture movement started in the 1970s as a sustainable alternative to modern industrial agriculture, taking its inspiration from natural ecosystems. It initially placed an emphasis on gardening, with proponents of permaculture since expanding on its principles; addressing all subjects vital to sustainability, from building and community design to food, energy, water, microclimate and shelter. All of these topics and more are addressed in The Earth Care Manual, demonstrating that permaculture is an interconnecting framework linking a diversity of green ideas.Its aims are a low input, high output efficient use of resources, and genuine sustainability. The Earth Care Manual gives a vision of a sustainable future and the practical steps we can take towards it, both large and small, urban and rural. Written by Patrick Whitefield, one of Europes foremost teachers and practitioners of temperate permaculture, it explains in depth how to apply permaculture to any situation, from the smallest of buildings or apartments, to houses, gardens, orchards, farms and woodlands.Trade ReviewThe Earth Care Manual, put simply, is fantastic. It is what I have been waiting for for years, and it is what those of us in temperate climates have urgently needed. Patrick's considerable experience in the fields of woodlands and fruit growing shine through especially strongly, but the whole book is rich with vision and experience. What it offers is common sense solutions rooted in the culture and climate of these islands. This book is a clear and unarguable road map to where we need to go, an A-Z to sanity and common sense. Patrick has created a manual with which we can repair this beautiful jewel of a planet which we are fortunate enough to inhabit, and in so doing has given us a truly precious gift. Rob Hopkins, Co-founder of the Transition Movement

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Book SynopsisIf you have read The House that Pinterest Built, Smart Spaces, The Alchemy of Things, or Elements of Style you're going to love Perfect Imperfect.Wabi-sabi and new creative interior design expressions: Perfect Imperfect is a stunning collection of homes and studios of creatives from all over the world, with thought-provoking text by Karen McCartney and stunning visuals by Sharyn Cairns and Glen Proebstel. Perfect Imperfect takes as its founding principle the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi. Wabi-Sabi advocates the beauty to be found in imperfection, impermanence and the authentic. Importantly this is done without losing sight of the benefits of living in the 21st century; where designers are merging digital technology with the handmade, rethinking how to use space and accommodating the natural world.Creating a new interior design vocabulary: As the collaborative process for creating Perfect Imperfect involved working across continents, the authors created a list of words and phrases that define how to curate the work they include in their stunning book. Their new interior design and interior decorating vocabulary includes terms such as mutability, irregularity, unfinished and incomplete, void, the effects of accident, unpretentious, simplicity, contrasts, and Leonard Koren's idea that 'beauty can be coaxed out of ugliness'.The new words and phrases introduced by the authors define the book's visual sections:Spirit of NatureStrange BeautyMark of HandDeep ShadowWeathering & DecayAnd, Incomplete and IrregularA beautiful, inspirational decorative book: Perfect Imperfect is a celebration of accident, curation, collection, hesitation, collaboration, reuse, reimagining and true originality. It explores an established aesthetic in a new way and embraces current design objects alongside well-worn ones; featuring interior settings that mix comfort, design and an off-beat beauty.Table of ContentsHOW IT HAPPENED ?6 PROFILE: Martyn Thompson 14 Seeking out the unfamiliar 26 PROFILE: Nectar Efkarpidis 32 Organic mechanical 44 PROFILE: Roman and Williams 48 Spirit of nature 62 PROFILE: Don Cameron 70 The art of accidents 84 PROFILE: John Wardle 90 Strange beauty 104 PROFILE: Alison Coates 112 Hidden architecture 124 PROFILE: Nicholas Jones 134 Mark of the hand 140 PROFILE: Hotel Hotel 148 Finding inspiration in the broken 164 PROFILE: Sofie Lachaert & Luc d Hanis 168 Deep shadow 178 PROFILE: Sibella Court 186 From the land 196 PROFILE: JAMES PLUMB 202 Appreciating the patina of history 212 PROFILE: Jean-Christophe Aumas 216 Weathering & decay 228 Working in a different dimension 236 PROFILE: Boulevard Leopold 242 Reviving an ancient craft 254 PROFILE: Bea Mombaers 258 Weaving connections 268 Incomplete & irregular 274 RESOURCES 282 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 287

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Book SynopsisThis book will appeal to anyone with a love of cheese. The text covers every aspect of making cheese at home, from the tools and equipment needed and basic recipes to making more complex cheeses and advice on setting up a small cheese business. You do not need to be scientifically trained to make cheese, nor do you need to be an accomplished cook or possess expensive specialist equipment.Here Rita Ash shows just how simple the process is and how, with a little care and attention, anyone can produce delicious hand-made cheeses at home. Each of the recipes are clearly explained and include suggested uses for each of the finished cheeses. As no prior knowledge is assumed, the book is suitable for beginners and more experienced cheese makers alike.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect flower girl gift to celebrate the importance (and fun!) of being the littlest bridesmaid at the wedding!For the sweetest girl in the bridal party, The Most Special Flower Girl takes you on an adventure to discover all the best things about being in a wedding. Try on a twirly dress, carry pretty flowers, smile big for pictures, walk down the aisle, and have lots and lots of fun! An adorable wedding party gift for any niece, daughter, family member, or other future flower girl to understand the duties and importance of their job on the special day.The Most Special Flower Girl is perfect for:Learning the special role a flower girl plays-change the names to fit your family and walk through all the steps of the big day to prepare!A gift for the littlest member of your wedding party-with a page dedicated to write a special note from the coupleAn adorable prop for the perfect photo-op or special moment between the couple a

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Book SynopsisHome for the Soul is about creating a considerate and sustainable home that also sparks happiness and reflects the spirits, passions and tastes of its inhabitants. A shift in awareness means that we are increasingly thoughtful about the materials we use, the scarcity of the earth’s resources and how to lighten our footprint on the planet. In Home for the Soul, Sara Bird and Dan Duchars show how to create a beautiful home that suits its inhabitants while causing minimum damage to our increasingly fragile environment including using non toxic, vegan paints and fabrics. The first section shares ideas for the elements of a stylish yet sustainable home, from lighting to linens, while in Part Two, Sara and Dan visit soulful homes and their owners to discover how they have created interiors that are beautiful yet responsible at the same time. Home for the Soul shows how a mindful, ethically sourced and eco-friendly ethos can be at the heart of modern homemaking. It looks at sustainable, renewable and reclaimed materials, using traditional skills and choosing organic and hand-produced homewares. No matter how new or old a building, or what your own particular style is, there are simple ways to add warmth, contentment and soul to our homes.Trade Review“If your ecological footprint is one of the main things you consider when creating your personal space, this book is a great place to get truly beautiful and thoughtful ideas.” – Greatist.com"The authors...prove that sustainability and style need not be mutually exclusive, and deftly demonstrate how to achieve the former without sacrificing the latter." – The English Home"An inspirational guide to creating stylish interiors that spark happiness, while respecting the planet, with thoughtful, sustainable decorating and design ideas." – Country Homes & Interiors

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Book SynopsisDear Friend and Gardener is a lively exchange of letters between Christopher Lloyd and Beth Chatto, two long-established friends and distinguished gardeners.Trade Review‘The letters…crackle with ideas, tips, stories bartered back and forth. These are both writers who get their hands dirty. Trust them.’ * Times Literary Supplement *‘This is a wonderful book, a celebration of friendship, optimism, hard work, gaiety, doggedness, and the possibilities of sudden and unexpected revelation.’ * Country Life *

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Book SynopsisForever cherish your favorite Christmas traditions and celebrations with this heirloom-quality memory album!With an elegant linen cover, archival-quality paper, and hand-drawn illustrations, Our Christmas Story: A Modern Christmas Memory Book will be a family treasure for years and generations to come.Cherish your Favorite Memories:Write down meaningful traditionsRecord your favorite Christmas moments, with room to document the special memories over a span of 10 yearsRemember special gifts given or received and holiday celebrations you hosted or attendedSave photos with Santa or annual family Christmas cardsPreserve treasured family recipesAnd so much more!Heirloom Quality:Chic, timeless designElegant linen coverAcid-free and archival paperGenerous 9.75" x 9.75" trim size offers ample space for photos and cardsLay-flat design allows you to easily write in the bookA pocket to safely store letters to Santa and other Christmas keepsakesLovingly designed artwork and thoughtful prompts encourage you to reflect and celebratePS: It's the perfect holiday gift!

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Book SynopsisThe Art & Science of Beauty Therapy is an indispensable reference for beauty therapists, providing up to the minute guidance for student Estheticians. Each treatment is explained using insights and practical advice from a team of industry experts, and the book clearly illustrates the personal qualities and professional skills that make a successful beauty specialist. * Step-by-step photo sequences and diagrams * Checklists, key points and topic summaries * Anatomy & Physiology for easy understanding * Full coverage of Facial Electrical treatments

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Book SynopsisA great guide for budding wood workers, this guide offers a fantastic summary of the science behind the materialΓÇÖs anatomy, chemistry, and general upkeep.

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Book SynopsisMany clock repairers carry out excellent work but avoid cutting their own wheels and pinions, fearing it is too complicated and involved. This book, written by an experienced clock and tool maker, dispels those fears and gives a step-by-step guide to an extremely satisfying aspect of horology. This book is written for both the amateur and professional involved in the making and restoring of clocks, and for anyone who intends to start building up a workshop and requires a guide to the equipment and how to use it.

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Book SynopsisRhododendrons and Azaleas profiles over 4,000 varieties of this highly popular and striking plant. Illustrated with 1,100 colour photographs, each entry includes: Practical advice is also given on rhododendrons in the landscape, maintenance and husbandry, pests, diseases, problems and disorders, propagation, and buying and collecting rhododendrons, along with a brief history and a guide to their classification. · A description of the plant and flower colour · Notes on hardiness, height and spread, and flowering time · Advice on cultivation and proven performers · The name of the parent plants, the raiser and similar varieties

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Book Synopsis***''The bible of the antiques world.'' Daily MailMiller''s Antiques Handbook & Price Guide remains the essential and trusted guide to the antiques market. It has earned the reputation of being the book no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Compiled by Judith Miller, world-renowned antiques expert and co-founder of the book, the guide features more than 8,000 antiques.Comprehensive sections cover Ceramics, Asian Antiques, Furniture, Glass, Silver and Metalwares, Jewellery and objets de vertu, Clocks and Watches, Books, Textiles, Toys, Decorative Arts and Modern Classics. Special features explain why one piece is worth more than another, show how to value an item and teach you to be your own valuer. Biographies of designers and factories give the background information you need to help date and value objects, while special ''Judith Picks'' sections give fascinating background and valuation details for particularly interes

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Book SynopsisThe title might sound like a bold statement, but you really will be able to garden by the end of this book. Whether you are a budding botanist or just aspire to have greener fingers, this book will hold your 'horticultural hand' and guide you gently through the principles of gardening. Whether you have a tiny courtyard or something a bit bigger, this book will share everything you need to know to create your own patch of horticultural heaven. With 12 easy-to-follow chapters that explore all the basics of successful, stress-free gardening including assessing and designing your garden, how to grow fruit and vegetables, plant maintenance, propagation, lawns and container garden. The 15 step-by-step techniques will teach you how to sow seeds, prune shrubs, cut a hedge, mow a lawn and even how to design your own outside space, plus so much more. Just as important, the book explains how to garden sustainably and encourage wildlife, so that you can make informed decisions when it comes to creating and maintaining your garden.

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Book SynopsisCreate a luscious garden that will flourish all year round with this new edition of a best-selling guide to gardening month by month.Gardening can seem like a mystery when you''re new to it. In this fail-safe guide, BBC Gardeners'' World writer Ian Spence tells us what to plant, prune, cut, and cover - and exactly when to do it. Organised by month, this book breaks down complex information into ''things to do'', ''last chance'' reminders, and ''get ahead'' tasks, before recommending seasonal plants that will bring colour to your plot, all while keeping one eye to the skies with a monthly ''weather watch'' panel, and offering step-by-step instructions for new projects. Learn how to care for flowers, trees, fruits, and vegetables, and maintain features such as ponds, willow fences, containers, bird boxes, and more. Pick up skills such as saving seeds, cutting and drying flowers, conserving water, weeding wisely, potting herbs, and gathering your harvest.

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Book SynopsisChris Young is a landscape designer and gardens consultant to Burghley House, with a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Gloucestershire. In 2022, Chris worked on the Gold Medal-winning Place2Be Securing Tomorrow Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show, designed by Jamie Butterworth; he supported the development of the garden, worked on the brief with Jamie, and contributed to the design. Chris was formerly Editor of the Garden Design Journal, the magazine of the Society of Garden Designers, and Head of Editorial at the Royal Horticultural Society.

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Book SynopsisA Year in a Small Garden follows Frances Tophill as she creates her new garden in a terraced house in Devon. Working in a small space, the book documents her journey to bring life to her garden, including tips and tricks for you to achieve similar results in whatever spaces you have at home.The book is structured around the stages of building her small garden, and branches out to include small community gardens Frances works with, as well as projects to create in small spaces at home - with a focus on growing food and planting in a sustainable, environmentally friendly way.Featuring new photography shot throughout the year, as well as Frances''s own journal and garden notebooks, this book will not only give you an insight into Frances''s journey creating her first garden - but will help you create a beautiful, productive, garden at home.

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Book SynopsisFrom minimal to traditional, from whimsical to Scandi, this book presents various styles of Christmas decors, inspiring home stories from around the world, decorating tips and mood boards on everything holiday-inspired from lighting and textiles to Christmas trees and ornaments. Home for Christmas is a true treasure trove to get inspiration for your own festive home.

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Book SynopsisSTICKER BOOK – Adults like stickers, too. We just (unfortunately) don’t have trapper keepers to put them on anymore. That’s why Brass Monkey made this–a book of stickers designed to be used. This book of Googly Fruit is here to say what fruit can’ t– make clever comments and judge all the people, places, and inanimate objects around you. They’re perfect for bar tabs, tax bills, and, well, life. BOOK INCLUDES – Features a wide range of googly fruit (sourced from vintage illustrations) with even judgier comments. Includes 18 pages of traditional over-sized stickers (and 2 bonus pages of vintage-inspired ‘puffy’ ones). Each page features as many stickers as we could physically cram onto it (sorry to be so technical). That’s 60+ over-sized stickers in case you’re counting. USE THEM EVERYWHERE – Put them on a calendar, your coworker's desk, or add a personal touch to parking ticket paym

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Book SynopsisThe annual classic, which has been given the lofty title of "the bible of interior design" by the British Times, shows the latest design trends in the hottest interior styles. From minimalist Scandinavian to charming Boho, to decadent, bright and colourful, Martin Waller presents not only houses and flats but also restaurants, cafés and office spaces designed by the leading top designers around the world in this lavishly designed illustrated book. Interior Design Review Vol. 27 is an inspiration for everyone who is passionate about interior design. On more than 500 pages, the beautifully designed coffee-table book presents trends on the subject of furnishing and design in more than 1,000 photographs. Everything is shown that meets the high standards of Martin Waller, founder of the designer brand "Andrew Martin", as an impulse for his own designer brand. A highlight of the coffee table book this year is once again the presentation of the "Designer of the Year", who Martin Waller selects together with his team and presents in his book.

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Book SynopsisWith its iconic bubble canopy and advanced helmet-mounted displays, the F-16 Fighting Falcon is one of the supreme Fourth Generation air-superiority fighters in the world today. First flown by the US Air Force in the mid 1980s, Lockheed Martin have since delivered about 4,600 F-16s to over 25 countries and more than 3,000 F-16 fighters are currently operational worldwide. The Fighting Falcon is highly adaptable and has proven itself in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack in a variety of conflicts over the last 40 years. The F-16’s versatility and durability has meant it can be adapted to a number of roles, including air superiority, reconnaissance and ground attack. In an air combat role, the F-16’s maneuverability and combat radius exceed that of all potential threat fighter aircraft. USAF F-16 multirole fighters were deployed to the Persian Gulf in 1991 in support of Operation Desert Storm, where more sorties were flown than with any other aircraft. These fighters were used to attack airfields, Scud missiles sites and a key military infrastructure. Other allied air forces, such as Israel, have heavily adapted the F-16 for their own use, and the Israeli F-16I Soufa (Storm) has proved itself in numerous combat situations in the 21st century. Today, constant technology and weapons’ upgrades mean the F-16 is planned to serve through to 2060. Packed with 100 vivid artworks and photographs, F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact reference guide for lovers of this iconic aircraft and aviation enthusiasts.Table of ContentsContents: Introduction: A Lightweight Fighter The F-16 fighting falcon was built under an unusual agreement creating a consortium between the United States and four NATO countries: Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Norway. These countries jointly produced with the United States an initial 348 F-16s for their air forces. 1: F-16A/B The F-16A, a single-seat model, first flew in December 1976. The first operational F- 16A was delivered in January 1979 to the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The F-16B, a two-seat model, has tandem cockpits that are about the same size as the one in the A model. 2: F-16C/D All F-16s delivered since November 1981 have built-in structural and wiring provisions and systems architecture that permit expansion of the multirole flexibility to perform precision strike, night attack and beyond-visual-range interception missions. This improvement program led to the F-16C and F-16D aircraft, which are the single- and two-place counterparts to the F-16A/B, and incorporate the latest cockpit control and display technology. FEATURE: F-16I Sufa (Storm) The F-16I is a two-seat variant of the Block 52 developed for the Israeli Defense Force. Israel issued a requirement in September 1997 and selected the F-16 in preference to the F-15I in July 1999. An initial contract was signed on 14 January 2000 for a total procurement of 102 aircraft. The F-16I, which is called Sufa (Storm) by the IDF/AF, first flew on 23 December 2003, and deliveries to the IDF/AF began on 19 February 2004. 3: F-16N – US Navy model The F-16N was an adversary aircraft operated by the United States Navy. It is based on the standard F-16C/D Block 30. The F-16N has a strengthened wing and is capable of carrying an Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation (ACMI) pod on the starboard wingtip. Although the single-seat F-16Ns and twin-seat (T)F-16Ns are based on the early-production small-inlet Block 30 F-16C/D airframe, they retain the APG-66 radar of the F-16A/B. In addition, the aircraft’s 20mm cannon has been removed, as has the ASPJ, and they carry no missiles. 4: F-16E/F Desert Falcon F-16E (single seat) and F-16F (two seat). The F-16E/F designation now belongs to a version developed especially for the United Arab Emirates Air Force, and is sometimes unofficially called the ‘Desert Falcon’. 5: Export Models: F-16IN Super Viper & F-16V Viper Lockheed Martin has described the F-16IN as ‘the most advanced and capable F-16 ever.’ Based closely on the F-16E/F Block 60 supplied to the UAE, the features on the F-16IN include Conformal fuel tanks (CFTs); AN/APG-80 active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, GE F110-132A engine; electronic warfare suite and infra-red searching (IRST); advanced all-color glass cockpit; and a helmet-mounted cueing system. The F-16V is dubbed the ‘Viper’, which is intended to better operate with fifth- generation fighters, and should not be confused with Lockheed's F-16IN Block 70/72 ‘Super Viper. The F-16V is being delivered to the Royal Bahraini Air Force, Hellenic Air Force, Republic of Korea Air Force, Turkish Air Force and Slovak Air Force. 6: Special Mission Variants A-16 – The A-16 began as a late-1980s GD project to develop a close air support (CAS) version of the basic F-16 by adding armor and strengthening the wings for a heavier weapons load, including a 30 mm cannon and 7.62 mm Minigun pods. F/A-16 – The new systems for this "F/A-16" Block 30 included a digital terrain- mapping system and Global Positioning System (GPS) integration for improved navigational and weapons delivery accuracy, as well as an Automatic Target Handoff System (ATHS) to allow direct digital target/mission data exchange between the pilot and ground units. F-16A(R) – About two dozen F-16As of the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) were supplied with indigenous Oude Delft Orpheus low-altitude tactical reconnaissance pods transferred from its retiring RF-104G. 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