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    Fleming, Stephen
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    I am a technology consultant with 10+ years of project management experience. Last 5 years I have been experimenting with leather crafting in the weekends. While starting learther crafting way back in 2014, I was desperately looking for the go-to guide for complete first-hand information about the processes and the tools involved. Online content was information overload and was not presented in sequence. The books I referred were either focused on a few processes or asumed that I had the necessary information. Also, I found that most of the books were a little aged. This book is for people who are in their first lap (0-3 years) of leather crafting journey and want to have a holistic idea of processes, tools, and need help in their initial projects. I have included photographs of realistic projects of beginners explaining the process and standard operating procedure while starting. In the last chapter, Appendix: I have provided the list of online resources available for free patterns tips, and techniques.

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    Tymony, Cy
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    As the eighth book in Cy Tymony's Sneaky Uses series Super Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things includes never-before-seen activities, including Sneaky Fashion such as Light-up Nails and Sneaky Belts and Bracelets. Over 30 new inventions are outlined inside Super Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things, and most projects can be completed in just minutes using common items already found around the house. Each activity begins with a complete list of materials and continues with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions paired with helpful illustrations. Fans of all ages will use their ingenuity to turn ordinary, everyday objects into something extraordinary with the help of Super Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things.

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    York, Yvonne
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    Styled: The Ultimate Guide on All Things Fashion, Learn Different Fashion Styles and Tips That Can Help You Look Your Best Every Day! Fashion - Why do women and beauty products work well together, the answer to that is quite simple, cosmetics make you look beautiful and women want to be beautiful so there you have it a match made in heaven - the perfect duo. A noted philosopher and politician Aristotle once said women are the best creatures of god. Women are directly linked with fashion. It would be right to say that the word fashion is synonymous with a woman. It is something more than wearing clothing. If you are an urban beauty, the fashion trend and style should go well, and that too in advance with you. A few of the factors that define your fashion statement are body frame, skin tone, level of comfort, and personal attitude. This audiobook will serve as your comprehensive guide in all things fashion. You will learn different fashion tips appropriate for different body types, body frames, seasons, ages, and many more. This audiobook will discuss the following topics: - Fashion Tips for Women - Fashion Tips For Plus Size Ladies Over 50 - Hip Hop Fashion - Old School Looks - Winter Fashion - Women's Fashion Clothing - Your Purse Or Handbag Should Match Your Body Type - Traveling in Style - And many more!

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    Pearl-McPhee, Stephanie
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    More tongue-in-cheek, laugh-out-loud observations on the world of knitting from the best-selling author and self-proclaimed "Yarn Harlot." Anyone who thinks knitting is for little old ladies hasn't met the Harlot. In her latest book - successor to her previous bestsellers At Knit's End, Knitting Rules!, and Yarn Harlot: The Secret Life of a Knitter - Stephanie Pearl-McPhee journeys deep into the land of those who are obsessed with yarn, needles, and what's on their needles now. Using a travel guide format, she acts as tour guide extraordinaire, describing and critiquing every aspect of this territory she knows so well: its people (young and old, male and female), familiar phrases ("purl this, darn that"), strange beliefs, currency (skein trading), etiquette, holidays (any sale day at the local yarn shop), and customs. She notes important dates in knitting history and celebrates unsung knitting heroes, from the samurai warriors of Japan to the "Terrible Knitters of Dent." And, while the land of knitting is a mostly peaceful place, it does have its controversies, such as the acrylic vs. natural fibers and circular vs. straight needles debates, which Pearl-McPhee visits with relish and glee. Stephanie Pearl-McPhee is the irreverent spokesperson for today's knitting revival. As she has toured (and knit) her way across North America during the past two years, her witty banter and trademark "sock-in-progress" have captured the hearts, minds, and funny bones of thousands of knitters. She shares a home with her admirable yarn stash and her family in Toronto.

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    Rice, Thomas J.
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    An introduction to the world of stamp collecting. This audio program will teach you how to get started on it as a beginner - learning the basics of it so you can do the right things to get started and know what to do. Next, you will learn more advanced methods of collecting and what more mature collectors do when spending time on their collections. And, lastly, you will learn how you can turn this into a profitable business and make money at it if your interests lie in that direction. This audiobook is for both children and adults, for parents wanting to get their kids into the hobby and for those serious about learning more about it - including how wise collectors earn incomes at it.

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    Soapy Kelly
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    You Are About To Discover Exactly How To Make Your Very Own Organic Soap Using Readily Available Ingredients, Just Like The Pros! Even though we don’t like admitting it, most of us know that commercial soap that comes in different names like “beauty bar” and “deodorizing bar” isn’t really soap, but a detergent made with synthetic ingredients, agents and chemicals you’d not fancy pronouncing. Such soap is often harsh to our precious skin, which is notorious for absorbing anything that is placed on it. On the other hand, natural soap is made with rich, natural fats and oils that are nourishing to the skin, through a very simple, interesting process. So basically, making your own soap is not only cost-effective, but healthy and salutary especially if you love exciting DIY projects that yield magnificent results.

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    Soapy Kelly
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    Do you often get dry skin that often shows cracks and flakes when you use store-bought soap for your showers or baths? Are you worried about the countless chemicals in commercial soap that keep getting banned by regulatory institutions every year, and want a safer option? Or are you a practical creative whose passion to try out exciting projects led your eyes to soap making? If that’s you, then you came to the right place. You Are About To Discover Exactly How You Can Make Your Very Own Customized Organic Soap For Use In All Manner Of Ways! Store-bought soaps are not only expensive, but generally harmful to the human body as well as the environment. Actually, one chemical known as Triclosan that’s often used in soap products has been linked with antibiotic resistance and disruption of hormones in the body. So making your own soap would not only help you save yourself, your environment and cash, but give you a superior product, offer you some fun moments (if you love cool projects) and instill in you important skills and knowledge.

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    Ross, Nancy
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    Want to learn how to make soap at home with step by step instructions? Here is a preview of what you'll learn ... The methods of soap making. What ingredients do I need to get started? The equipment needed to make soap. Picking out the type of fat you would like to use. Picking out the lye you will use. Much, Much, More! Here is a preview of some of the soap recipes you'll learn ... Velvet Raspberry Soap - Rosy Lavender - Youth Almond Soap - Velvet Chamomile Soap - Velvet Cherry Soap - Pink Grapefruit Soap - Orange Field - Glowing Spring Soap - Alluring Orchid - Coconut Lime - Chocolate Cookie Soap - Much, Much, More!

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    Maresh, Jan Saunders
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    The most complete guide to sewing basics  People are always looking for ways to cut expenses and be creative and stylish at the same time. Learning to sew is a great way to arm yourself with the skills to repair and create clothing and furnishings for yourself and your family for little to no cost. But learning how to sew and how to choose the tools and supplies to begin sewing can be confusing. Now, you can turn to this hands-on, friendly guide for the most up-to-date information, the best techniques, and fun projects for learning (or brushing up on) the art of sewing. * Easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations make it easier to learn * Fresh new patterns, projects, stitches, and techniques for fashion and the home * Budget-conscious tips for breathing new life into existing garments Complete with a section on common sewing mistakes and how to avoid them, Sewing For Dummies, 3rd edition gives you the confidence and know-how to sew like a pro.

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    Caruso, Claire
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    There аrе ѕо mаnу аdvаntаgеѕ tо lеаrning hоw to sew. It'ѕ rеlаxing, сrеаtivе, and fun. Being аblе tо mend riрреd аnd tоrn сlоthing will ѕаvе уоu money. And once уоu dеvеlор уоur ѕеwing ѕkillѕ, уоu can make a little еxtrа on thе side dоing ѕеwing рrоjесtѕ fоr оthеr реорlе.

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    Wong, Michael James
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    This is a book of small steps and gentle wisdoms to heal the soul and find your own path to happiness. In Japan, the paper crane is a symbol of peace, hope & healing. It is considered the 'bird of happiness', a mystical and majestic creature that is believed to live for a thousand years, and so according to tradition, if a person were to fold one-thousand paper cranes in a single year, they will be gifted one special wish that would grant long life, healing from illness or injury and eternal happiness. The tradition of folding one-thousand paper cranes is called Senbazuru (Sen = One Thousand / Orizuru = paper crane) These days in an impatient world obsessed with quick fixes and instant gratification, Senbazuru is a radical perspective to slow down and go forth gently, we cannot force our way along the path of discovery, we must simply go tenderly, to wander and explore, with small steps and many steps, experiencing every moment along the way for the better. In this book, renowned yoga and meditation teacher and founder of Just Breathe Michael James Wong brings Senbazuru to life, as an inspiring philosophy that encourages slowing down and taking small and many steps on our own personal path. The book will share Wong's three essential ingredients for finding your happiness; hope, humility and healing and share more gentle wisdoms to inspire us all to a life well lived, alongside ancient Senbazuru proverbs, and practical exercises.

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    Winers-Reed, Jeanne, Wines, Joan
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    Scrapbooking is sweeping the nation! This hot hobby is a fantastic way to preserve your memories and family history—and have a lot of fun doing it. Now, here’s an easy-to-follow guide that will have you creating great scrapbook projects in no time.  Scrapbooking For Dummies is perfect for you if you’re a new scrapbooker who wants to create your own personal scrapbook (or who would like to make a special scrapbook for a friend or loved one) or if you’re already an avid scrapbooker who’s looking for helpful tips and new ideas. This friendly guide takes the guesswork out of creating well-designed albums. You’ll discover how to: * Organize your photographs and memorabilia * Assemble the right tools and materials * Research your personal history and tell your story * Design attractive, foolproof page layouts * Network with other scrapbookers This plain-English guide features clear, close-up photographs and sketches that illustrate just what you want to know about scrapbooking tools and techniques. You’ll learn about the different styles of scrapbooking, how to create unity in your albums, and how to take better pictures (including advice on digital photography). You receive hands-on guidance every step of the way as you: * Choose a theme or occasion * Crop and mount photographs * Accessorize with stickers, stamps, and more * Enhance your albums through journaling * Avoid costly, time-consuming mistakes *Take proper care of photographs and negatives * Extend the life of your old photos Complete with ten great scrapbooking projects and a list of online resources, Scrapbooking For Dummies gives you the tools you need to create beautiful albums to share with family and friends—and pass on to future generations!

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    Kagume, Krista
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    The Saskatchewan and Manitoba Nature Guide lets you discover the wondrous diversity of nature that lies right outside your front door. Whether you live in the city or the country, hundreds of species of plants and animals share your living space. Why not get to know the neighbors? Covering every inch of Saskatchewan and Manitoba's incredibly varied landscapes, this book teaches you to identify 385 species of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, invertebrates, trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses and ferns: * Colour illustrations of each species * Native uses of plants * Animal behaviour * Ecology and range * Similar species cross-referenced * Colour maps showing ecoregions, parks and nature areas across Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

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    Scott, Shirley A., LeGrow, Christine
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    From the top of your head to the tips of your toes, Saltwater Classics will keep you toasty warm with beautiful hand-knitted hats, mitts, gloves, socks and vamps. As their follow-up to the best-selling Saltwater Mittens, Christine LeGrow and Shirley A. Scott have collected and expertly recreated some of Newfoundland's best loved knitwear. Along the way, they've sprinkled in a hefty dose of their own creative flair in presenting stunning patterns you'll never see anywhere else. The dozens of colour photographs will inspire you to make your own bold colour choices. The nuggets of history, and tales of mittens and their knitters, make Saltwater Mittens a book knitters and non-knitters alike can enjoy.

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    Arrick, Roger
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    Discover what robots can do and how they work. Find out how to build your own robot and program it to perform tasks. Ready to enter the robot world? This book is your passport! It walks you through building your very own little metal assistant from a kit, dressing it up, giving it a brain, programming it to do things and even making it talk. Along the way, you'll gather some tidbits about robot history, enthusiasts' groups and more. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top 10 lists * A dash of humor and fun

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    DK
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    This gentle, but empowering book is full of creative making activities, information, and ideas that give young eco-warriors (like you!) the know-how to really help the environment.With Recycle and Remake, you will soon be saving trees by making your own seeded recycled paper from junk mail, cleaning up the oceans by turning old carrier bags into kites, friendship bracelets, and colorful weaved baskets and repurposing a cardboard box into a periscope.You'll also learn about sustainable energies by creating a simple solar oven, cutting down on cling-film by making a food wrap from scrap cotton and beeswax, and turning an old t-shirt into a reusable tote bag so you never need to buy a plastic carrier bag again. You can even grow new plants to clean the air in your own upcycled milk bottle planters and using homemade compost.Each of the activities directly relates to an environmental hot topic, such as plastic pollution, food waste, or deforestation. Budding environmentalists all over the world are feeling inspired to do their bit for our unique planet.

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    Burns, Miranda Caroligne
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    Reconstructing Clothes for Dummies offers inspiring projects and savvy tips on how to salvage those tired old clothes in your closet and turn them into a one-of-a-kind wardrobe. It shows craftsters, DIY enthusiasts, budget-conscious fashionistas and people from all walks of life how to unleash their inner fashion designer and transform outdated duds into hip new clothes. Featured projects include making good use of old scraps; reviving shrunken sweaters; finding redemption in that bridesmaid dress; decorative repair and embellishment of existing pieces; and creating unexpected home décor with what’s hiding in your drawers.

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    Fleming, Stephen
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    Do you believe in the saying, “The best person to guide you is the one a few steps ahead of you”? While doing my engineering schooling, I realized that if, just before an exam, you require minimal, to-the-point, useful, and applicable information to pass the examination, your friend/colleague who has gone through the subject and appeared for the exam just last week is the best go-to person. So are you a beginner in pyrography or wood burning and looking for a friend and colleague for informal guidance? Your search for that colleague ends here. I sincerely want to take you through that first step and prepare you for your first pyrography project! This book provides a minimalist approach to the information required to start your first pyrography project.

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    Schoenbrun, Diana, Williams, Tory
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    Have fun and go green with Diana Schoenbrun's Puppet Play: 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens, Towels, Socks and More. A puppet builder, an illustrator and an author, Schoenbrun presents 20 puppet projects made with recycled materials easily found around the house. A lonely sock becomes a wizard puppet. A glove without a mate turns into five little pig puppets. And that tired dishtowel transforms into a lively banjo player puppet — all at very little cost. Diana Schoenbrun's easy-to-follow directions are accompanied by how-to illustrations. Also included are full-color photographs of puppets, as well as a chapter that guides children through creating and presenting their own puppet show. So, the next time the dryer eats a single sock, get crafty, go green and go play with Puppet Play.  

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    Carver, Courtney
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    Wear just 33 items for 3 months and get back all the JOY you were missing while you were worrying what to wear. In Project 333, minimalist expert and author of Soulful Simplicity Courtney Carver takes a new approach to living simply'starting with your wardrobe. Project 333 promises that not only can you survive with just 33 items in your closet for 3 months, but you'll thrive just like the thousands of woman who have taken on the challenge and never looked back. Let the de-cluttering begin! Ever ask yourself how many of the items in your closet you actually wear' In search of a way to pare down on her expensive shopping habit, consistent lack of satisfaction with her purchases, and ever-growing closet, Carver created Project 333. In this book, she guides readers through their closets item-by-item, sifting through all the emotional baggage associated with those oh-so strappy high-heel sandals that cost a fortune but destroy your feet every time you walk more than a few steps to that extensive collection of never-worn little black dresses, to locate the items that actually look and feel like you. As Carver reveals in this book, once we finally release ourselves from the cyclical nature of consumerism and focus less on our shoes and more on our self-care, we not only look great we feel great'and we can see a clear path to make other important changes in our lives that reach far beyond our closets. With tips, solutions, and a closet-full of inspiration, this life-changing minimalist manual shows readers that we are so much more than what we wear, and that who we are and what we have is so much more than enough.

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