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The perfect first baby book to introduce under-4s to colours and words, this charmingly illustrated board book will delight parents and children alike! Featuring dozens of words and pictures for babies to begin making verbal connections to what they see, each spread includes four memorable images of common items in the color featured. With each spread focussing on a single colour with images labeled in an easy-to-read font, babies can begin to learn their first colours and items found in their everyday surroundings. Durable board book pages and rounded corners make this baby-proof book safe, fun, and educational.

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The perfect first baby book to help little ones learn the alphabet alongside amazing animals, for children ages 1-3. Featuring one animal for each letter against a crisp, visually appealing color block background to engage toddlers, letters are displayed in both uppercase and lowercase to help young readers start to become familiar with the alphabet. Children will be introduced to some of the world’s most interesting animals and birds that roam the earth, from their own backyards to the wild jungles, deserts, and oceans around the globe, including sleepy sloths, dapper penguins, sneaky jaguars, and more. The stunning high-impact images paired with each letter of the alphabet make learning your ABC easier, more engaging, and way more fun. A memorable teaching tool, this ABC board book also includes rounded corners for a baby-proof educational experience.

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Organize your gardening life! This handy journal keeps track of everything a passionate gardener needs to know in one spot. Individual plant history pages allow you to keep a yearly log of how you're doing with each crop. Set annual goals, keep a record of your work, track your performance, and note what you've learned over each season. Keep a record of plantings, soil chemistry, fertilizing, compost rotation, pest issues, weather, watering needs and more. Chart garden design and plan next year's layout. Gardening enthusiasts can archive all the important information here. With a convenient 6x8 size that fits easily in a tool bag, My Gardening Journal is the perfect gift for the gardener who has everything.

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Cows and Catastrophes includes tales of author Brindley Hosken's 40 years of farming on the beautiful Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, where he has lived and worked for all his life. After 35 years of dairy farming, and in an increasingly challenging market, Brin made the difficult decision to sell his cows in 2010 and now contract rears dairy heifers.Some of the stories told are factual, some take a situation, turn it upside down and approach it from a completely different angle and others ask important questions such as "What if I'm a Celebrity was set on a farm?" and "What if a tractor could write a letter to a car?" Most are humorous; some are sad but they are all thought provoking. Including 32 specially commissioned illustrations by Rory Walker, this book will bring a wry smile to the faces of other farmers who will recognise situations that they too have been in. It will also give readers who are not involved in farming an idea about what happens down farm lanes and in the patchwork of fields that they pass on their way to work each day and to help them appreciate the tough job that farmers today face.

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This is an essential guide to gourd carving, covering every method and style. It includes contributions by 92 international gourd artists and more than 625 gorgeous colour photographs. Instructions are provided for working with both hand tools and powered rotary carvers. This authoritative guide covers every method and style of gourd carving, with contributions by 92 international gourd artists and more than 625 gorgeous colour photographs. Fretwork, engraving, chip carving, gouge work, relief carving, inlay and sculptural carving are all thoroughly examined. A newly expanded gallery section, the largest ever published, will inspire gourd artists everywhere. Colour photographs of exquisitely carved gourds present crafts styles from countries around the world. Step-by-step projects introduce new tools and techniques in progressive order of difficulty. Detailed instructions are provided for working with both hand tools and powered rotary carvers. Filled with new patterns and photos, creative ideas and remarkable examples, Complete Book of Gourd Carving, Revised and Expanded is an essential reference for both crafters and art collectors.

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Show off your skills and your fashion boldness at the same time! This book will teach you how to make spell-binding statement jewelry with a unique look and individual style. Wow Jewelry is packed with pretty, attention-grabbing jewelry projects that you can make yourself in one sitting. Award-winning jewelry designer Sugar Gay Isber shows how to create head-turning DIY fashion jewelry to wear to work, special events, and dress-up evenings. Using easy beading and jewelry-making techniques, each project includes step-by-step photos, expert tips and tricks, and gorgeous color photography. These are conversation-starting pieces that let you CONNECT with someone. Whether you're in an elevator, on the street, or at the office, it will inspire the opening question, "Wow, where did you get that?" Go ahead, say you made it yourself!

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London is a city justly proud of its cultural diversity, yet for too long tourists and Londoners alike have had to rely on guides focusing on its white history and landmarks. Now Black London allows us to see this familiar city anew, gathering together the places that tell the story of its Black inhabitants, stretching back to Tudor times. From Cleopatra’s Needle sitting on the Victoria Embankment, carved in Egypt three and a half thousand years ago, to the Black Lives Matters mural in Woolwich, the city is rich with features that symbolise its Black history. Here are places worth visiting and revisiting. Get your bearings, revise your history, and be inspired by the work of some remarkable individuals who made London a truly global, modern city.

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It's super hot in Kitlandia and Mia is having a hard time learning to control her special water power. She wants to give up being a Ninja Kitty, but wise Grandma Tabby encourages Mia and patiently works with her as she tries over and over again. Meanwhile, back at the castle, a fire breaks out and the royal kitties hurry to use their Ninja Goodness power and rush to put out the flames. When Grandma Tabby and Mia arrive back at the castle and see the fire, Mia knows the Ninja Kitties need her water powers now more than ever! Read and find out what happens in this encouraging Ninja Kitties picture book for kids that teaches them the power of failure, trying again, and never giving up!

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Start doing your own household repairs and simple renovations without the expense of calling in a professional! If you are frustrated by your own inability to handle a repair, or resentful of having to pay someone to take care of simple home maintenance--you've come to the right place. Full of expert advice, this practical handbook features easy instructions for all the home DIY basics, from painting and wallpapering to simple plumbing, changing a lock, using power tools, fixing a squeaky board and much more. Beginner's Guide to DIY will provide first-time homeowners and renters with the basic skills and guidance to get the job done. This ultimate reference guide for the DIY novice offers help for anyone who has a busy working life but still wants to make their home look good--without spending a fortune.

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With 294 favorite 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. The Amish people are renowned for their rich agricultural heritage, strong community spirit, and good old-fashioned, stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. This treasury of beloved recipes expresses their close connection to the land and reliance on fresh, natural ingredients. Amish Community Cookbook features an endless array of traditional appetizers, soups, salads, main dishes, casseroles, breads, and desserts. Beyond the delicious, hearty taste, this is food that offers something to nourish the soul. 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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From the best-selling quilt books Circle of Nine and Quilting A Circle of Nine, this new compilation gives you 14 of the most popular quilt projects. Included are complete step-by-step directions, quilt patterns and templates, precise measurements, Circle of Nine construction techniques, and setting scheme diagrams. The Circle of Nine setting allows you to easily design a multitude of unique and beautiful quilts using any of your favorite blocks. One simple setting with variations, sample spacers, and sample blocks help you get started on the path to creating your own original quilts. Understand the basics to learning the vital Circle of Nine quilt setting to take your skills to the next level for all your future projects!

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A guide to London's most stylish and exquisite tea venues. Afternoon tea has been enjoying a resurgence in recent years, particularly amongst London fashionistas, and this book takes a stylish look at the afternoon tea scene. Featuring 40 of the best places to take tea in London, including classics such as Claridges and the Wolseley as well as a few unexpected venues, there's a tea here to suit all tastes and budgets. The text includes a history of the venues and their tea heritage along with interesting facts, the types of teas available, and details of nearby attractions to help the reader make a day of it. With lavish photography and a full history of afternoon tea and its relationship with the fashions of the ages, this is the hippest and most up-to-date source of information for both London residents and tourists alike.

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Perfect for the next road trip adventure and family vacation, this jam-packed activity book has everything kids ages 5-10 need to have as much fun getting there as they will when they arrive! Filled with brain teasers, puzzles, mazes, word games, secret codes, journal prompts, seek-and-finds, and so much more, every exciting activity is organized by theme based on the final destination. Whether the family is heading towards the beach, campsite, water park, or national park, there’s a dedicated activity section for every kind of vacation. So buckle your seatbelt, grab a pen, and enjoy the ride with Super Fun Road Trip Activities for Kids!

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DIY Embroidered Shoes is a must-have title for any hand stitcher's library. It's a beginner-friendly to advanced embroidery primer, with a stitch dictionary, instructions for successfully embroidering on footwear, and vibrant ideas for turning ordinary canvas shoes or espadrilles into personalized, eye-catching embroidered shoes. Includes introductory information on what you will need: shoes, tools, and thread. Those instructions are followed by how to prepare the shoes you want to embroider, transfer the design, and stitch, or design and make your own custom espadrilles with the multi-sized pattern. Designs range from densely stitched mountain ranges to wispy florals and everything in between. Need a little more explanation? You can scan the QR codes that will provide further video instructions.

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Planting annuals is a great way to quickly add colour and texture to any garden, border or landscape. Because annuals only last for one growing season, homeowners can change the overall look of their gardens every year. Home Gardener's Annuals shows readers how to prepare the soil, select the right plants, when and how to plant the plants, fertilize the plants and maintain their gardens. Hundreds of step-by-step colour photographs illustrate the gardening tasks that will achieve the best results. This guide to creating beautiful gardens with eye-catching annuals also offers tips for saving time and money, along with useful advice on dealing with common garden pests and diseases.

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Zenspirations (R) Coloring Book Birds & Butterflies is a colouring activity book for adults that contains 30 uplifting and encouraging designs. Feel your spirit soar as you quickly master Joanne Fink's easy-to-learn techniques. They combine simple strokes with positive messages and playful patterns, offering an easy way to de-stress.You don't need to be the world's greatest artist to create your own Zenspirations(R) masterpiece. After you have finished patterning, why not experiment with colour? You can either use Joanne's finished examples for guidance, or have a go at creating your own interesting colour combinations using coloured pencils, felt-tips, crayons, gel pens, water colours, marker pens and more.This inspirational colouring activity book is printed on high-quality, extra-thick paper that won't bleed through, and all of the pages are perforated for easy removal and display. Let your creativity flow as you produce wonderfully motivating and meaningful art!

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Soapmaking 101 gives you dozens of ideas for making soap, bath salts, and bath oils for every skin type, and you can add fragrances to match any personality or taste.

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Translate your scrapbook skills to trading cards.

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Sew Me! Sew and Go will show you how to create fashionable totes, beautiful covers for items such as phones and iPads, handbags and more! It contains plenty of quick one-to-one sewing projects, accompanied by step-by-step photos and detailed instructions.The book begins by introducing you to all the basic sewing techniques, and provides inspiring tips for using colour and patterns. Whether you are new to sewing or just want to repair the odd hole in your skill set, you'll soon be working with confidence and creating attractive, practical accessories that not only express your style and individuality, but also match the way you live!

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Looking for a colorful, fun, and easy way to personalize your notebooks and clothing? Gel Jotters are fun ideas for decorating just about anything with gel rollers and milky pens. Gel Pen Doodles is packed with cool Gel Jotters that will inspire oodles of doodles to personalize notebooks, journals, reports, folders, backpacks, hats, shoes, and more. These tips will show you how! Armed only with a selection of gel pens, you will learn a range of cool and stylish doodling techniques, including: *Crosshatch *Dots *Shading *Swirls *Scribble *Fill in Solid *Character *Negatives *And more! Once you have mastered these, you will be able to apply them to any of the hundreds of creative concepts contained in this guide. A whole range of stunning designs for flowers will bring a prize-winning gardener's flair to your personal journal, or perhaps even help you to decorate a meaningful card for a friend. You'll be able to brighten up your lecture notes with intricate borders of climbing roses,

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Beading Basics and Beyond features TOHO's 3-cut beads and Charlotte beads with projects that range from surprisingly simple to exquisitely elegant. The beginning beader will appreciate the Autumn Lei, the Crystal Spheres earrings, and the Nautilus Necklace while advanced beaders will love the Egyptian collar, Charlotte's Anchor Chain bracelet and the Ruby Flowers necklace. The projects are designed to encourage you to experiment with your own color combinations and the techniques are simpler than they look.

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Each project is organized in a progressive learning format; beginning crafters can start with the most basic starter bowl and gradually work their way toward more elaborate bowls--such as laminated swag bowls; a flared lobed bowl made with varied angles; a thin, eight-segmented bowl; and an inward curving bowl. Original patterns for other types of vessels include a vase, a ginger jar, and a candy dish. For advanced wood crafters, an appendix expands upon the earlier material and pushes wood artists to create new patterns or adapt the existing ones to create art of their very own.

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