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Adding a new twist to puzzle making and puzzle solving, author Charlie Ross shares tricks and tips for both beginner and experienced scroll saw woodworkers to make personalized and challenging puzzles from photos and digital images.

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Lavishly illustrated with over 400 photos, this is the ultimate introductory guide to the fine art of using the lathe to shape wood into boxes, bowls, toys, and other beautiful objects.

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Build the coolest car in the pinewood derby! In this ultimate design guide, Troy Thorne shares his expert tips, techniques and amazing patterns so parents and scouts of any skill can build a jaw-dropping, prize-winning car that's quick out of the gate.

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This creative sourcebook of U.S. military art offers dozens of full-size patterns for use in Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy-themed projects. These ready-to-use designs are perfect for use in crafts from scroll sawing and woodcarving to pyrography, papercrafts, and leatherwork. Commemorative insignia are provided for all major modern U.S military operations, including World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf Wars, and Afghanistan. This special collection of military designs includes patterns by the late Dirk Boelman, co-founder of the Scroll Sawing for Veterans Program.

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Filled with more than 400 of the best recipes gathered from Amish cooks across the United States and Canada, Amish Community Cookbook will have you preparing delicious, down-to-earth dishes your family will request again and again. In this newly revised edition with all-new color photography, you'll find an endless array of appetizers, soups, salads, main dishes, casseroles, breads, and desserts that are easy to make and require only the simplest and freshest of ingredients. Everything you need is probably already in the pantry, growing in the backyard, or easily purchased at the local market. The Amish are known for their unique traditional foods recipes that reflect their German heritage and agricultural roots. One taste and you'll see why these recipes have been bringing families and communities together at the table for generations.

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If you're looking for recipes for these "special" occasions, you'll find plenty of great options in this testosterone-laden cookbook. From barbecue sauces to meat-n-potatoes to beer and beyond you'll find over 100 crowd-pleasing recipes for grilling, smoking, frying and more. Cook it your way, with bold flavors and easy guy-friendly recipes. Discover the secrets of camp cooking in foil packs. Find out what to do with that big fish you caught. Get creative recipes for sauces, rubs and other seasonings. Use your cooler the right way to keep food fresh and organized at the game. And learn what else to put in a turkey fryer, besides turkeys! Whether out in the backyard, camping in the woods, or partying behind the stadium this book is sure to whet your appetite and fire up your culinary imagination."

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Conjuring up wooden wands might seem like a magical and mysterious process, but the Compendium of Wooden Wand Making Techniques is here to show you how simple it can be! In the first-ever guide to making wands, you’ll learn how to whittle, power carve, wood turn, and scroll saw over 20 unique projects that are sure to delight any fantasy-loving woodworker. With five wands for each woodworking technique, included with each project are step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and full-size patterns. An overview on the history of wands and a guide to woods and their inherent magical properties is also featured for additional wizardly knowledge! A complete project collection that’s truly the first of its kind, this book is a must-have source of inspiration filled with fascinating wand lore that belongs in any woodworker’s library who has a love for all things fiction and fantasy!

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Whether you’re planning your next camping trip or inviting friends over for a backyard bonfire, Easy Campfire Cooking, Expanded 2nd Edition is filled with delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas the whole family will love. Updated with 50 all-new camping recipes to take your camp cuisine to the next level, this must-have cookbook features over 250 recipes for shrimp and vegetable kebabs, fajitas foil packs, Dutch oven soups and stews, and so much more. Also included are helpful tips, campfire safety, and techniques on how to build the perfect cooking fire. Cooking over a fire brings family and friends together in a special and unique way, and this camping cookbook will satisfy everyone’s appetite, provide hours of fun, and create a relaxing atmosphere – all outside.

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This title helps you learn the timeless skills and techniques of sewing designer quality fashions and creating one of a kind, custom fitted pieces that have shape, strength and beauty. "Illustrated Guide to Sewing: Couture Techniques" guides readers through the characteristics that separate basic sewing from couture such as a custom fit, meticulous handwork and quality construction. Starting with an overview on important topics such as working with fine fabrics, custom fitting garments and hand stitching, readers will go on to learn how to create one of a kind fashions that have shape, strength and beauty with close up chapters on creating couture collars, necklines, sleeves and more.

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A classically tailored suit never goes out of style, nor do the skills and techniques used in crafting one. This step by step guide takes the reader through the entire process of making a suit, from selecting the fabric to the final fit. The book also includes over 200 colour coded diagrams that clearly depict the construction process. This complete course on tailoring is illustrated and annotated like no other book on the topic and will become a trusted reference in any sewing library.

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One of the simplest ways to add personality to a home is with fabric accents in the form of window dressings, bed coverings, pillows, slip covers and more; this book shows readers how to do so. Sewing for the home is a great place for many beginners to start, as this book proves. With the expert techniques shared in this book, homeowners no longer have to rely on the limited options offered by ready made items or pay the price for custom. They can learn to sew their own soft furnishings, from taking measurements and estimating fabric yardage, to sewing techniques with step by step projects and over 200 detailed diagrams. Luckily, sewing for the home is a great place for many beginners to start, as there are no patterns, fittings, zippers, or sleeves. By selecting fabrics with a proper mix of colour, pattern and texture, anyone can create home made decor with a designer's flair.

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Before you head out on your next camping trip, flip through these pages, pick what you’ll pack to eat, and discover the tasty convenience of make-ahead meals that the whole family will love! Featuring more than 100 camping recipes for grilled sandwiches, all-in-one dinners, savory sides, delicious s’mores, and so much more, Weekend Camping Cookbook is the ultimate guide to easily preparing and serving scrumptious meals in the great outdoors. From cast iron nachos and fire-roasted pickle wraps to carrot cake pancakes, baby stuffed peppers, and so much more, this complete camping cookbook features unique, out-of-the-box recipes that are easy to make and delicious to eat!

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This title teaches the home seamstress how to make 5 classic garments for both men and women. It shows how to take proper measurements & make common adjustments as well as the basic order of construction for each garment. What are the building blocks of a great wardrobe? For men the shirt and trousers. For women the blouse, skirt, dress and trousers. "The Illustrated Guide to Sewing: Garment Construction" will teach the home seamstress how to make them all, as well as learn how to design and sew garments that flatter their figure and reflect their personal style. From learning how to take proper measurements and make a muslin, to fitting and making common adjustments, the basic order of construction for each garment, such as fitting the bodice before attaching sleeves, is covered. Detailed chapters on elements; sleeves, collars, waistbands, hems and more provide valuable insight on how each piece is created and joined to the whole. This is a perfect book for those who want to make their own clothing for style, fit or just for fun.

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Perfect narrative non-fiction for young learners! Peaceful Protests: Voices for Peace highlights some of the greatest peace protests in history including nonviolent antiwar demonstrations such as marches, rallies, vigils, and boycotts. Features some of the brave individuals and groups who have opposed war at the risk of ridicule, imprisonment, and even death such as Jane Addams--founder of the Women's Peace Party, Bertrand Russell, Muhammad Ali and Leymah Gbowee, and features historical photos, a chronological timeline of events along with chapter notes, further reading recommendations, and an index.

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The unique Circle of Nine quilt setting technique is back and updated with 12 new patchwork projects and tips for designing quilts that are easy to make with stunning results. Using simple quilt blocks and focus fabrics or block variations, the Circle of Nine setting offers limitless creative and color possibilities. With just one quilt setting technique, you can create your own original designs or follow the patchwork patterns in the book. Fully illustrated piecing and sewing instructions include sewing tips and techniques to make the projects easy enough for a beginner to sew. Also included is a how-to section explaining the fundamentals of the Circle of Nine quilt setting so any quilter, from beginner to expert, can use the setting scheme to design a quilt using their favorite block.

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Stand Up Paddling (SUP) is exploding in popularity because it's an activity that almost anyone can enjoy. This DVD provides new and developing SUPers with the skills and the knowledge necessary to comfortably and safely enjoy the sport. Whether you're a new stand up paddler interested in developing a strong foundation of skills, or an experienced rider wanting to take your skills to a new level, this is a must-have resource for reaching your goals.

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Recreational Kayaking provides new and developing paddlers with the skills and knowledge necessary to comfortably and safely enjoy kayaking. Whether your interest in kayaking stems from the desire to get outside and spend time with your friends and family or to explore the endless waterways that surround you, this DVD is a must-have for every kayaker.

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The 20th century was a rich and influential period of beautiful, innovative design and many classics from that era have influenced and inspired modern designers. Collectables: 20th-Century Classics features more than 90 of the most desirable and iconic pieces from the last century. Beautifully illustrated and organized by category (furniture, household, lighting, glass and ceramics) each entry has: a double-page spread, featuring a short essay on the classic under discussion with an accompanying photograph of that object; top tips on what to look out; a price guide; and, key websites to direct the reader on where best to make a purchase or pick up a bargain. Clear and concise, this book provides all the information you need to make an informed decision when investing in a piece of classic design, whether it be an Arne Jacobsen Egg chair, a Clarice Cliff tea cup or a Poul Henningsen PH lamp. This gorgeous book is a must for anyone interested in style, design or interiors.

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Nothing beats one of these 30 great cakes for making a birthday party, anniversary celebration, or festive gathering extra-special. And, they're easy, too, all designed to take no more than 2 hours from start to finish. So, if you're hoping to deliver a delicious dessert without spending ages mixing and measuring, try a fairy tale castle with marshmallows and ice-cream cones; an iced sponge cake topped with wild animals; a Birthday Fairy pudding cake; a Christmas Santas fruitcake; or a Lovebirds cake with a chocolate nest. There's a recipe for almost any occasioneven a Football Fan cake for the Super Bowl.

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Beautifully styled and exquisitely detailed, this compendium of techniques will give you all the skills you need to make individual furnishings for your own home. Each technique is explained with clear step-by-step instructions and photographs, then applied to a range of pretty contemporary projects. Working through these will help you to learn and practise sewing skills, which you can then use to make all sorts of other projects, specially designed to suit your own windows, chairs, tables and beds. The early techniques are aimed at complete beginners and teach simple skills, such as pinning, cutting and making seams. Later techniques introduce slightly more complex skills, including hems, curved seams, casings, borders, linings and decorative touches such as edging, frills, ruching and tassels. The book provides everything the home sewer needs to make beautiful, stylish and individual projects to enhance every room of the house.

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Turn each page to peek into a scene and discover and name 60 amazing animals on the farm, in the countryside, and in the ocean in this appealing casebound book. The peek-and-learn book features brightly colored illustrations and simple pre-school text, making it a fun, interactive book for preschoolers.

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Race against the clock as you search for over 1,000 hidden objects! An exciting seek-and-find activity book for kids, 1,001 Things to Find in Less Than One Minute will not only engage and entertain; it also adds an extra element of fun with the time challenge. Featuring 25 brain-stimulating visual puzzles with dozens of items to find in each, every cartoon art-inspired puzzle page promotes problem-solving skills and mental agility – all while the clock is ticking! Àngels Navarrro is a play therapist and psychomotor education specialist. The author of more than 100 children’s books, she has also produced television programs, hands-on learning game kits, and online games for kids.

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Bust out your binoculars! Hidden Picture Puzzles at the Zoo is filled with 50 black and white hidden puzzle pictures, all from inside the zoo. With more than 400 secret items and animals for children to find within each illustration, from cute monkeys to tough lions, they’ll be on the prowl for hours! They’ll also learn while they play by reading the mini fun facts in the margins that are all about zoo animals. These black and white pages double as coloring activities, so go wild! Author and illustrator Liz Ball has over 3,000 hidden pictures published in more than 150 newspapers, magazines, and publications both across the U.S. and internationally. Her work has also been recommended by doctors, teachers, and parents to help improve eye coordinating, spatial skills, memory retention, and concentration. A member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, she is a frequent speaker at schools, libraries, and writers’ conferences.

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A collection of 20 patterns for making 18 beautiful corner-to-corner crochet afghans, as well as an accent pillow and rug. Author Leonie Morgan provides a delightful collection of geometric corner-to-corner Afghans to crochet in fresh and contemporary colors. With its stunning mixture of all-in-one and join-as-you-go block patterns, there is plenty for C2C lovers and row-by-row enthusiasts to enjoy. Each beautiful design has a clear, written pattern, an easy-to-follow chart, and large, detailed photographs of the finished throws. The designs range from simple to more advanced skill levels and feature a mix of bold, geometric designs and colorful stripes.

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Looking to make your home greener? The most comprehensive and complete guide to house plants you'll ever need, take this conveniently compact guide with you the next time you feel inspired to bring new plants home to help you decide! With plant descriptions and complete growing and care information per page for 240 popular species, Pocket Guide to Houseplants will show you everything you need to know to incorporate plants in your interior design. Containing over 500 color photographs and illustrations, find inspiration for your home and the perfect plants for any and every space. Author and garden expert Jack Kramer has written over 100 gardening books and makes it enjoyable for you to flip through these beautiful pages to see for yourself all the easy-care options and possibilities.

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This eco-friendly handbook explains how to eliminate toxic chemical household cleaning agents from your life and replace them with natural, homemade solutions. Inspired by the author's experience as the mother of an allergic child, Green Clean provides practical, comprehensive advice for every household cleaning need from kitchen, bathroom, and laundry to windows, floors, grills, decks, and cars. Jill Potvin Schoff shows how to green up your chores and reduce your family's exposure to hazardous chemicals. Using safe, effective and inexpensive ingredients and recipes, she offers simple cleaning methods and smart tips that will keep both you and the environment healthy.

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Perennials are the types of plants that bloom every year and because they know what to expect in terms of colour, blooms and textures, many gardeners use them to provide a basic structure to their gardens, borders and the overall landscape. Home Gardener's Perennials & Bulbs provides essential information on designing gardens, improving the soil, planting, fertilizing and maintaining perennials and bulbs. The book offers information on buying plants, starting plants from seed, and transplanting. Hundreds of step-by-step colour photographs illustrate basic gardening techniques. This guide to creating beautiful gardens with eye-catching perennials also offers tips for saving time and money, along with useful advice on dealing with common garden pests and diseases.

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All gardeners know the disappointment of finding their flowers nibbled, or their prized produce riddled with rust. Armed with this essential guide, you can stop the destruction. Get acquainted with all the common pests and diseases that afflict ornamentals, vegetables, fruits, and houseplants, and learn the best ways to deal with them. The effective options include both biological controls increasingly popular in the gardening world as well as the better-known organic and chemical methods. At-a-glance checklists explain which ailments generally afflict various plant types, from roses and rock-garden plants to soft fruits and vegetables.

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In our ecologically aware times, composting is one smart way to minimize our carbon footprint and help the earth. This new entry in the highly successful Specialist series gives gardeners all the guidance they need to start making, storing, and using their own compost. It offers Information on different types of compost and their ingredients, advice on constructing a compost bin, and detailed explanations of wormeries, green manuring, and seed and potting composts. There s no better or easier-to-follow guide for the eco-smart gardener!"

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Design the bathroom you've always wanted without making mistakes that cost money or leave you less than thrilled with the result. Explaining everything DIYers and homeowners need to know -- from budgeting, hiring contractors, and designing the space to selecting cabinetry and hardware, shopping for fixtures, and choosing appropriate countertop, flooring, windows, and other materials -- this must-have resource will also show you how to bring all of these elements together cohesively with style. Newly updated with the latest renovation and design trends, products, and technology, plus space-saving ideas and so much more, this new edition offers a smart approach to bathroom design that will help you achieve the bathroom you've always imagined.

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Learn how to make personalized cards for every occasion! Here are easy-to-make, do-it-yourself cards. Don't waste money on store-bought cards ever again! Learn how to make fun and exciting cards yourself using minimal materials. With more than 60 projects, you'll be kept busy for days and weeks on end, learning how to make your own cards for every occasion. Even if you're a novice to crafting, you'll find the projects here easy to follow. Learn how to make: *Baby cards *Mother's Day cards *Father's Day cards *Christmas *Valentine's Day cards *Tags *Wall hangings *And more! Each project is illustrated and includes information on the tools, accessories, and materials you'll need to impress friends and family with your beautiful, hand-crafted masterpieces. They'll love the Hot Pink Dress Card, The Dove Card, The Ice Cream Card, and all the rest! With the skills you've learned, you'll soon have the confidence to try experimenting with your own card ideas. You'll learn everything you nee

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These miniature cards and journals will shake up your imagination, rattle your creativity and roll out the fun!

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With the help of this book and companion CD, anyone can learn to play the ukulele overnight. No prior musical experience is assumed! Includes CD with practice exercises. Learn to Play the Ukulele, 2nd Edition will teach anyone how to play the ukulele overnight. No prior musical experience is assumed. Beginners learn how to hold the instrument, position the hands, strumming techniques, basic chords and beyond. An enclosed CD guides the reader through a series of exercises, which are organized in progressive fashion (practicing one strum and slowly building to more complicated rhythmic patterns). The CD also includes a variety of charming songs that readers will be able to strum along with (starting with one/two chords and progressing on to more complex). Encouraging tips are included as well as fun/interesting trivia and sidebars about the ukulele. Music theory is included, but the emphasis is on getting up to speed and on with the fun of playing quickly.

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This complete artist's guide to gourd painting provides authoritative advice on a wide range of colour media, from craft acrylics and artist's oils to dyes, pastels and marking pens. Ten step-by-step projects use a wide variety of gourd decoration techniques to create natural, seasonal decor like bird houses, centrepieces, containers and more. Featuring bright and clear project photography, Painting Gourds explores a wide variety of colouration options for each gourd decoration method. Ten step-by-step projects show how create natural, seasonal decor using painting, carving and pyrography techniques. Author and nationally recognized artist Lora S. Irish explains all the basics of gourd art including safety, cleaning, cutting, surface prep, transferring designs and finishing. Readers will learn to make delightful centrepieces, candle lights, jars, vases and decorative musical instruments, as well as birdhouses, feeders and fun little bee houses for the garden.

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This comprehensive guide provides everything readers need to know about carving soap, from basic carving methods for beginners to sophisticated techniques for accomplished artists. Complete Guide to Soap Carving shows how to choose the best carving soap and how to test soap for carving quality. Twenty-two step-by-step projects range from quick carvings to elaborate soap sculptures. Fun and easy-to-learn, soap carving is a perfect craft for children, who won’t need to handle sharp knives—this book shows how to make simple wooden carving tools that are safe for kids.

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