Brewing British-Style Beers reveals the secrets of brewing beers at home that taste just like those found at expensive pubs. It shows readers how to make their own great beer that is virtually identical to popular European brands, and provides all of the information needed to successfully emulate the world's best commercial brews for a fraction of the cost. This book is a must-have for both beginners and experienced brewers looking for great new recipes. It begins with an overview of the brewing process, covering the ingredients needed for brewing, essential equipment, basic concepts, techniques and brewing aids. With complete instructions for first-time brewers, readers will get to know their Fuggles from their Bullions and be "sparging the wort" in no time at all. The 107 detailed recipes provided here include teal draught ale, bottled and keg beers, lagers, and stouts. Full instructions are provided for recreating the flavor and quality of the world's great beers-at a fraction of their price. The recipes are based on information provided by commercial brewers who produce some of the most famous beers: Youngers Tartan, Carling Black Label, Carlsberg Special Brew, Guiness, Stella Artois, Lowenbrau, Grolsch, Whitbread Best, Newcastle Amber and Brown Ales and Mackeson. The book has been revised to take account of modern equipment and homebrewing techniques, with recipes adapted for contemporary ingredients and tastes. Brewing British-Style Beers tells readers everything they need to know to economically produce beers of commercial quality, giving them the opportunity to enjoy their favorite beers at an affordable price.

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From the decorative to the practical, Brickwork Projects for Patio & Garden offers a range of projects for all levels of expertise. Sixteen original projects range from a simple garden wall to a beautiful raised herringbone patio. Each project has been photographed step-by-step during construction and the finished piece is shown in its garden setting. Clear construction diagrams and concise text accompany every project. A comprehensive techniques section provides expert advice and information on designing, planning, tools, materials, foundations, concrete, mortar and cutting and laying brick. This attractive and accessible DIY book is full of ideas for creating practical garden features using this simple and traditional material.

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A Brief History of Milk Production details the history of milk farming in England from the earliest days to the modern problems that dairy farmers face. Having spent a lifetime in the dairy business, Bert Collacott, son of a Devon dairy farmer, has a wide knowledge on how the industry has changed in the past century. He was involved in improving milk quality, cattle breeding, and the marketing of milk, and he was the former dairy columnist of the Farmers Guide. His book covers one of the most important sectors of the agricultural industry during its massive transformation from being based on small units to modern, complex processing plants. It includes: *The set-up of the Milk Marketing Board *The Board's role in improving milk collections *Humorous anecdotes gleaned from the author's own experience *The sad demise of an operation that Bert considered to have been the lifeline of the industry for over 60 years *And more! The book also looks at the regulations that were brought in over the years to remove the health hazards from drinking milk, and it details the arrival of artificial insemination, including some of the risqué stories and poems told about the AI men. With illustrations, photographs of milking machines and processing plants, and case studies, A Brief History of Milk Production will appeal to farmers—particularly dairy farmers—and those with a general interest in the history of farming.

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Turn ordinary appliqué patterns into eye-catching accents by adding wool into your fabric mix. In this book, needlework artist and pattern designer Angela Lawrence has created over a dozen projects in a variety of sizes using wool appliqué. The unique combination of wool, cotton, and other materials promises stunning results. Projects include coasters, pillows, table runners, wall hangings, and a lap quilt. Detailed stitch diagrams complete each project, and all of the included appliqué patterns can be used time and time again! Additional sections on using and caring for wool, preparing wool for appliqué, layering shapes, embellishing, and more are also provided to ensure success.

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"Britain's Best Historic Sites" takes the reader on a journey around this ancient land, detailing over 80 of the most important and fascinating of Britain's historic remains from 8000BC to the 20th century. From excavations of everyday life found in forgotten highways and Roman villas to areas of great spiritual significance, such as stone circles and medieval churches, as well as sites that were key to the Industrial Revolution, this book uncovers the amazing heritage that can be found across Britain. It features sites that include: Stonehenge, Wiltshire; Castlerigg Stone Circle, Cumbria; Callanish, Isle of Lewis; Fishbourne Roman Palace, West Sussex; Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland; Glastonbury Abbey, Somerset; Lindisfarne, Northumberland; Tower of London, London; Dover Castle, Kent; The George Inn, London; and, Ironbridge, Shropshire.

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This title features: dynamic two-colour layout for easy navigation; colour section that gives a photographic overview of the region, together with special features of the particular counties, tailored itineraries and lists of the best things to do - whether it's walks, beaches or activities; and, top Don't Miss sights for each chapter. Explore the cliffs, moors, wooded river valleys and sandy bays of the Tarka Trail in North Devon. Discover Cornwall's rugged coastline, taking in bustling, whitewashed St Ives - home to Tate St Ives, the Barbara Hepworth museum and scores of pristine sandy beaches. Visit the mighty Gothic rocket of Truro.

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This title features dynamic two-colour layout for easy navigation. Colour section gives a photographic overview of the region, together with special features of the particular counties, tailored itineraries and lists of the best things to do - whether it's walks, beaches or activities. There are top Don't Miss sights for each chapter. Explore the gentle green hills and woods of Southern Lakeland, west of Windermere. Visit Hill Top, the delightful farmhouse that Beatrix Potter purchased with the proceeds from Peter Rabbit. Wander the beautiful Eskdale, Duddon and Borrowdale valleys. Take refuge from the rain in the splendid Tudor country house of Sizergh with its lovely gardens and beautifully panelled rooms. Follow in the footsteps of Alfred Wainwright and walk the fells with his unique walking guides for company. Discover the haunts and inspirations of Wordsworth's lakeland - Ullswater, Kendal and Keswick, and the walk from Easdale Tarn to Grasmere.

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Creative brush marker techniques go far beyond oridinary coloring! Use brilliantly colored markers to add dazzling accents to handmade cards, envelopes, gift tags, scrapbook pages, or any other papercraft project. This essential guide teaches you fantastic brush marker techniques for sketching, stamping, art-journaling, and more. Crafting guru Marie Browning presents simple ways to awaken your inner artist with dual brush markers. Her step-by-step instructions insure success even if you’ve had little or no artistic training. Discover the secrets of blending colors, creating backgrounds, and achieving interesting fine art effects. In no time at all you’ll be drawing enchanting “DoodleDab” accents in more than 30 easy-to-learn motifs, or shading your own Zentangle®-inspired art with markers.

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Build a Kids' Play Yard is a complete guide to building a wide range of outdoor play structures, including a central tower to which a swing set and monkey bar can be attached in various configurations or built as stand-alones. In addition, there are various sandboxes, a playhouse, a teeter-totter, a ground-hugging balance beam, and even a kids'-size picnic table. Beginning with chapters on planning, tools, materials, and construction and finishing, the book then presents the projects themselves in lucid presentations that have become Creative Homeowner hallmarks. All projects were designed to conform with U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission guidelines. For any parent considering play yard equipment, this book is an essential guide.

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Build the garage of your dreams by doing all or part of the work yourself. Planning and constructing a handsome new garage may seem like a daunting task, but you can make it a reality by following the instructions in this essential do-it-yourself guide. All of the techniques and tips you’ll need are inside. Build Your Own Garage Manual graphically demonstrates the latest in garage construction techniques, and illustrates every step of the construction process in detail. Because drawing up your own plan from scratch may be challenging for the inexperienced builder, make planning and cost estimating easier by selecting from more than 175 terrific plans, prepared by garage experts. Easy-to-follow construction blueprints and materials lists are available for each project to ensure success.

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From basic storage sheds to playhouses, gazebos, home offices, workshops, and so much more, build the outdoor structure of your dreams and learn how to do all or part of the work yourself with this essential DIY guide! Build Your Own Shed & Outdoor Projects Manual, 6th Edition features all of the techniques and tips you need to know, as well as the latest in shed construction and every step of the process in detail. Select from a catalog of more than 100 expertly prepared plans – including more than 60 all-new designs for this updated edition – for building a wide range of outdoor structures, from simple utility sheds to elegant cabanas, cottages, greenhouses, and more. Whether you’re looking to build the ideal pavilion, potting shed, patio furniture, arbor, trellis, or other outdoor structure, you’re sure to find it here. Easy-to-follow construction blueprints and materials lists are also available for each project to ensure success.

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An expert outdoorsman and canoe builder who has supervised the construction of more than 500 canoes, shares his voice of experience in guiding both novice and accomplished woodworkers in building a canoe with easy step-by-step instruction. Covering everything from safety in the boat to shop repairs, Gil Gilpatrick thoroughly explains the whys and shortcuts learned from his experience in the shop and on the water. A Maine guide, he uses his own canoes and tests their performance on the challenging Allagash River every summer. This revised edition includes full-sized plans for 8 well-proven canoe designs, most of which are the author's own adaptations. Step-by-step directions for building a canoe from start to finish are accompanied by more than 100 photographs and illustrations.

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Outdoor people don't make their own gear to save money. The fly fisherman who ties his own flies or makes her own rods will readily admit, if they are honest, that they have more money tied up in inventory and tools than they would ever have spent on store-bought flies or fly rods. Economy isn't the objective; it is the satisfaction of making something and then seeing it do what it was designed to do. And, they will argue, what they make is better than what they can buy. They are right! In this book, you'll find a variety of fun and functional projects for the outdoor enthusiast. From a canoe paddle to a pack frame to a reflector oven-you'll find the instruction you need to for items to keep you safe and comfortable on your adventures. Besides the great outdoor equipment you can build from this book, there is detailed information on the use of epoxy technology-the greatest boon to the outdoorsman since the birch bark canoe. And a generous collection of hints, tips, ideas, and recipes will make your days outdoors more enjoyable and productive.

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This book brings attractive and functional outdoor kitchens within the reach of budget-conscious homeowners, with lots of design ideas, plenty of dream kitchens for inspiration, and more than 300 clear how-to photographs. Highly accessible DIY instructions carefully guide the reader through all aspects of construction—even cutting and installing a granite countertop. It shows you how to build lightweight "masonry" counters using steel studs and concrete backboard and offers alternatives to high-end appliances to save money. Also included are accessories and amenities to affordably customize an outdoor kitchen: fire pits, a variety of adobe/clay ovens, pergolas, awnings, TV and stereo equipment, mosquito abatement, misters and heaters, fireplaces, pizza ovens, and standup "churrasco" grills.

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This is a practical and engaging guide to transforming an ordinary backyard into a productive farm. Homesteading is experiencing a revival among both rural and urban residents who want to get back to basics and live closer to the land. With this book, homeowners will obtain both inspiration and instruction for transforming their grassy yard into a lush farm that can produce all the food they need. The author is an experienced woodworker and homesteader who shows how to plan and design a backyard farm. He offers expert advice for making all of the essential hard-working structures that are needed to sustain small-scale agriculture. Step-by-step instructions are provided for 21 projects including green houses, beehives, rabbit hutches, raised beds, potting sheds, trellises, fences, and more. Readers learn how to create an irrigation system, harvest rainwater, and keep their farms environmentally sound. Each detailed plan is accompanied by the author's clear, instructive drawings. More than just a manual, the book also offers entertaining and enlightening interviews with both experts and "average Joe" farmers. We learn what motivates them to become backyard farmers, the lessons that they have to share, and maybe even a couple of funny stories along the way.

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There is no secret to creating a winning Pinewood Derby car; all racers need is a great design and an understanding of these tips that trick their cars out for maximum speed. In three sections, this handbook takes builders from the beginning of car construction to ultimate derby-winning modifications. The "basic car" section addresses broad building concerns such as cutting the design, attaching and lubricating the wheels, and balancing the weight. "Winning car" secrets include extending the vehicle base, polishing axles, and modifying and aligning the wheels. Finally, the championship techniques of the "ultimate car" are revealed, allowing builders to shave those last tenths of a second off their times and go home with the trophy.

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Make your live edge river table dreams come true! A classy and unique addition to any space, river tables combine artistic elegance with everyday functionality, and this beginner-friendly guide will show you everything you need to know to accomplish these stunning pieces yourself. Featuring detailed overviews and tutorials for every step of the process from start to finish, you’ll learn how select the wood, prepare the slab, prepare and pour the epoxy resin, trim and sand the table, and so much more to equip yourself with all the skills and knowledge you need to make your own river or waterfall table! Also included is an inspirational gallery of more than 100 river tables made by real people of all experience and skill levels. A complete guide that demystifies the stunning craft of building live edge river tables, this book is an absolute must-have to learn how to make it happen and do it yourself!

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Traditional snowshoes and the art of making them is alive and well in Gil Gilpatrick's authoritative book on the topic. With this book, you will learn how to make a variety of snowshoes and furniture made in the snowshoe style using updated materials. Skills such as bending and shaping wood, assembling parts and lacing are emphasized. You will learn how to select the size and style shoe that is right for you and how to make them. You will also find directions for making an end table, rocker, coffee table, footstool and wood holder in the traditional snowshoe style. Perfect for any rustic retreat. Detailed plans and patterns are included.

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Build your own sound, functional dock that will overcome almost any waterfront challenge with this essential guide. In Building your own Dock you’ll find detailed plans, expert tips, advice on building methods, and insight on materials and specialty parts for all the most popular types of docks. Professional dock builder Sam Merriam explains the wide variety of modern docks, from traditional wood structures to modular, pre-built docks made with aluminum, plastic, or composites. Sam helps you design the best kind of dock for your application and waterfront environment as he explains their relative advantages, disadvantages, and customization options. Whether you decide to build your own dock, hire a builder, or purchase a ready-made, this book will reveal your choices, enhance your dock building knowledge, and empower you to create the dock you’ve always dreamed of.

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You’ve decided you’re ready to build and enjoy the benefits of a tiny house, but how? Combining the “why” with the “how to,” Building Your Tiny House Dream will show you each and every step to constructing your own custom camper. Part one provides detailed guidance on essential information, from the skills needed and planning to tools, safety, and helpful resources. Start building your personal tiny home in part two that’s carefully laid out in order from start to finish, from laying the foundation, framing, and roofing to plumbing, adding personality, and towing so you can take your tiny home on wheels wherever you want to go! Also included is access to an online how-to video series of the author building the featured tiny home project from beginning to end. Written by award-winning tiny home builder Chris Schapdick, learn from an expert how to build the tiny house of your dreams!

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Dedicated to the world’s most lovable, entertaining, and noble purebred dog, the Bulldog, this Smart Owner’s Guide, created by the editors at Dog Fancy magazine, offers the most up-to-date and accurate information every dog owner needs to become a well-informed caregiver for his dog. Illustrated with color photographs of adorable puppies and handsome adults, this easy-to-read primer is designed in a modern, lively manner that readers will find user-friendly and entertaining.Each Smart Owner’s Guide offers a description of the breed’s character and physical conformation, historical overview, and its attributes as a companion dog. The reader will find informative chapters on everything he or she needs to know about acquiring, raising, and training this remarkable purebred dog, including: finding a breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy; preparing for the puppy’s homecoming, shopping for supplies, and puppy-proofing the home; house-training; veterinary and home health maintenance; feeding and nutrition; and grooming. Obedience training for basic cues (sit, stay, heel, come, etc.) and solving potential problem behaviors (barking, chewing, aggression, jumping up, etc.) are addressed in separate chapters, as are activities to enjoy with the dog, including showing, agility, therapy work, and more.Entertaining tidbits and smart advice fill up colorful sidebars in every chapter, which the editors call ?It’s a Fact,” ?Smart Tip,” ?Notable & Quotable,” and ?Did You Know?” Real-life heroes and rescue stories are retold in full-page features called ?Pop Pups” and ?True Tails.” Recipes, training, and care tips are highlighted in the ?Try This” feature pages.The Smart Owner’s Guide series is the only series that offers readers an online component in which dog owners can join a breed-specific online club hosted by dogchannel.com. At Club Bulldog, owners of the breed can find forums, blogs, and profiles to connect with other breed owners, as well as charts and checklists that can be downloaded. More than just 20,000 pages of solid information, there’s a host of fun to be had at the club in the form of downloadable breed-specific e-cards, screensavers, games, and quizzes.The Resources section of the book includes contact information for breed-related organizations and rescues, as well as practical guidance on traveling with dogs, identification, and locating qualified professionals to assist the dog owner, such as pet sitters, trainers, and boarding facilities. This information-packed Smart Owner’s Guide is fully indexed.

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Dedicated to the world's most lovable, entertaining, and noble purebred dog, the Bulldog, this Smart Owner's Guide offers the most up-to-date and accurate information every dog owner needs to become a well-informed caregiver for this specific dog breed.Illustrated with photographs of adorable puppies and handsome adults, this comprehensive buteasy-to-read dog manual is designed in a modern, lively manner that readers will find user-friendly. Entertaining tidbits and smart advice fill up colorful sidebars in every chapter. Real-life heroes and rescue stories are retold in full-page features, and recipes, dog training, and care tips are also highlighted in feature pages. The Resources section of the book includes contact information for breed-related organizations and rescues, as well as practical guidance on traveling with dogs, identification, and locating qualified professionals to assist the dog owner, such as pet sitters, trainers, and boarding facilities.

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Color super cute and cuddly animal friends to life with this baby animals coloring book for kids ages two to six! Featuring 40 line art designs of adorable baby farm animals, from bunnies, kittens, and ducks to lambs, pigs, chicks, and so many more, Bunnies, Ducks, and Baby Animals Coloring Book is the perfect outlet for kids to express their creativity while they learn all about each animal and the sounds they make! Each easy-to-color illustration is super simple for even the youngest of artists to enjoy and create something special. Cheerful and uplifting words of encouragement also complement each design for children, adding an element of delightful optimism to the coloring experience.

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A must-have coloring book for every child’s Easter basket! Discover tons of adorable baby animal designs – from lambs and piglets to chicks, kittens, and more – to color into life, making this super cute coloring book the perfect personalized Easter gift for kids. Make it unique by filling out the form on this webpage to add the recipient’s name to the front cover, as well as a small message from you that will be printed on inside front cover dedication page. Featuring tons of adorable animal designs to color using markers, gel pens, watercolors, or colored pencils, kids will have a blast with this custom coloring book.

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Burgers & Bacon Cookbook from World Food Championships (WFC) features award-winning recipes created for the cutthroat world of food competitions. At WFC, the best of the best--from aspiring and established chefs, home chefs and professional competition teams--compete for cash prizes and notoriety. For the first time, those winning secret recipes are shared in this amazing cookbook. The Burgers & Bacon Cookbook is a "must have" for home cooks, culinary students, backyard self-proclaimed grill masters, sous chefs, and food enthusiasts. This amazing cookbook features over 300 recipes--from burgers made with rich Wagyu beef and pork chorizo, and a Surf and Turf burger that includes shrimp, to tantalizing peaches and cream bacon cupcakes, Bacon Bliss Pizza and a Thai inspired Bacon Udon. Additionally, there is a reference guide so you can pick and choose a different meat, bun and topping combination if you want to create your own culinary masterpiece or elevate your own home creations by being introduced to new ingredients, new methods of preparation, and new combinations. Alternative ingredients are also listed to make every recipe an affordable and doable recipe for the home cook. QR codes are included linking you to the excitement only found in World Food Championships kitchen arena.

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The Burmese pythons, the subject of this care guide, is a giant snake with specific feeding, housing, and handling requirements, that is not ideal for most hobbyists and an unusual choice as a pet. Nonetheless, author Philippe de Vosjoli notes in the first chapter that his favorite snake was indeed a Burmese python, as no other snake ?has ever equaled this particular animal in terms of personality and responsiveness.” Indeed, he says, the Burmese python’s docile nature has done much to help dispel scary myths and misconceptions about snakes in general. For snake hobbyists interested in purchasing and keeping this gentle giant, Burmese Pythons is an excellent introduction to the selection and purchase of a healthy snake offering no-nonsense advice about handling, housing, feeding, and breeding these snakes. The author’s chapter titled ?How Accidents Happen” presents commonsense tips about handling Burmese pythons, discussing bites, the tail, and constriction, essential reading for all keepers, regardless of their experience level. Dr. Roger Klingenberg offers a chapter on diseases and disorders which proves useful and informative. A fully illustrated chapter dedicated to other large pythons offers information about size, longevity, morphs, maintenance, and breeding for the following giant snakes: the Indian python (a subspecies to the Asiatic rock python, like the Burmese python), the Sri Lankan python, the reticulated python, and the African rock python. Resources and index included.

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Each book in the new Back to Basics Series is designed and written to teach woodworkers core information they need to succeed in a clear and plain-spoken manner. Like the series' slogan says, "Your world is complicated enough your woodworking information shouldn't be." Cabinet Construction is the newest title in this popular series. It takes the confusion and complication out of learning to build furniture. It introduces the reader to basic carcase construction, and teaches woodworkers to design boxes, as well as frame-and-panel construction. Next the new woodworker gets all the basics on building doors, drawers and legs. Other basics perfect for the beginner is choosing the right lumber, joining boards, planing stock, ripping a work piece, and sanding. Written with a straight-forward approach, Cabinet Construction includes color photos and highly detailed illustrations & diagrams that help readers visualize each technique. It's perfect for the beginner who doesn't want to get bogged down with too much information, and the experienced craftsman who needs a handy reference tool by his/her side.

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Cabinetmaking at the highest level is an art, a discipline, a philosophy-even a way of life-in addition to being a useful craft. In this book one of the greatest living cabinetmakers reflects on the deeper meanings of his craft and explains for less accomplished workers how the right attitudes toward materials, tools, and time can increase the joys of this complex activity. Craftspeople in every medium will be inspired by this account of getting started and developing habits that lessen the difficulties of a complex craft.

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Here's an updated rundown on how commercial cabinetshops work, with advice for the ameteur as well as for the professional. Provides practical standards and sensible procedures, plus tips and tricks. Emphasizes sound craftmanship, smart planning, accurate measurements, and organized workflow.

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Do you wish you had more space in your home? Don't move! Don't expand your home! Try these fabulous furniture solutions to storage problems. With the help of the experts at Woodworking Journal, you can add space to every room of your house with these creative and beautiful solutions: *Heirloom Collector's Cabinet *Blanket Chest *Your Own Steamer Trunk *Angler's Cabinet *Early American Dresser *Scandinavian-Style Sideboard *Weekend Joy Box *Flat-Screen TV Cabinet *And more! Practical, versatile, and just plain fun to build, cabinets are among the most popular of woodworking projects. Now, Cabinets & Storage Solutions brings you 16 of the best designs from some of the finest woodworkers in the country, all selected from the pages of Woodworker's Journal, the most trusted name in woodworking. Each project comes with clear-as-glass instructions and beautiful color illustrations. So don't wait to make your home less cluttered and more beautiful. Start one of these fabulous projects.

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Whether building a summer cottage in the woods, the hunting cabin of your dreams, or homesteading off the grid, this handy reference provides a logical and sensible approach to building permanent shelter in out-of-the- way places. Including everything from choosing and clearing a site and creating an electrical power source, to clearing the land and creating a foundation, this book offers instruction on building an A-frame cabin and a rustic log cabin with a framed roof. There is also a special section on designing small buildings to cope with Mother Nature, including earthquakes, heavy snow, high wind, and flooding.

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Learn everything there is to know about cacti and succulent care in this newly updated, easy-to-use volume! Jam-packed with insight on more than 300 types of succulents and cacti, each plant profile contains gorgeous photography, botanical and common names, must-know advice, and more. Also included are simple instructions on choosing the right plants and helping them thrive, plus tips on how to propagate succulents and cacti, repotting, grooming, and pest control. This updated edition features all new photography, updates to scientific names of original plants based on current standards, 70 new cacti species, and 100 new succulent species. Author and award-winning researcher Gideon F. Smith previously served as president for the International Organization of Succulent Plant Study and has published over 500 scientific and popular papers on the taxonomy, biology, and evolution of succulent plants.

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Cake decorating is a richly rewarding skill that anyone can master with a little help, and this fact-packed volume answers all the basic questions that beginners frequently ask: How do I level off a domed cake? What is the best way to cut a dowel? How can I get a modeled figure to sit? Plus, there’s detailed information on covering cakes with marzipan, adding ribbons, simple piping with royal icing, creating special effects with sugar paste, and basic modeling. And dessert lovers with special dietary requirements will enjoy the gluten, egg, sugar, and dairy-free treats. Each chapter features color photographs that provide step-by-step guidance—so your cakes will turn out perfectly, the first time and every time.

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From simple piped borders and molded pearls to ropes, tassels, flowers, and stars, these cake decorations are absolutely magical! Celebration cakes keep growing in popularity, and food writer and teacher Sue McMahon shows how to use all the latest kitchen gadgets to achieve professional-looking results at home. She covers the whole process, making everything as easy and quick as possible: the very basics of baking, the various icings (buttercream, fondant, royal, and chocolate), and creating stand-out children’s, wedding, and birthday cakes.

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Nothing shows you care like a little lovin' from the oven. Now you can create delicious desserts like Simple Chocolate Souffle, Mandarin Coconut Delights, Sweet Cookie Pizza, White Russian Tiramisu, Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bites, and more! With this cookbook up your sleeve, you'll be the hostess with the mostess. Designed so that bakers of any skill level can create delicious morsels, you will be able to wow your family and friends every time. Each recipe is easy to follow with step-by-step instructions and beautiful, full-color photographs that will inspire you to head straight to the kitchen to create cake pops, cupcakes, or cookies to spoil your family and friends. No sweet tooth will go unsatisfied as this gem of a book will lead you to a sweet and satisfying adventure: *A tantalizing selection of pops and bites such as Tingly Mint Fudge, Double-Dipped Blondie Pops, Brownie Bomb Pops, and Lime Cheesecake Mini Tarts * A section that takes cupcakes to a whole new level! Mandarin Coconut Delights, Cookies & Cream Cupcakes, and Meringue-Topped Raspberry Cupcakes plus many more *Cookies, cakes, and cheesecakes with treats named "Love-Filled Cake Roll," "'Oh My!' Cheesecake Pie," and "Dreamy Yum Yums" *A wonderful selection of muffins. Sour Cherry Muffins or Toffee Crunch Muffins anyone? *Pies, parfaits, and ice cream from the classic Key Lime Pie to Chippy Cream Sandwiches and Peanut Butter Cup Milkshake. Delectable! All these tempting mini treats and more await you in Cake Pops, Cupcakes & Other Petite Sweets: Sweet and Simple Recipes to Turn your Kitchen into a Home Bake Shop. With this beautiful cookbook in your hands, you will be the Dessert Queen in no time. Tea-time or entertaining will never be the same again once you have opened the pages to this gorgeous book. Look no further for a book that will give you wonderful new flavor combinations, inspiring recipes, tips and tricks to take your baking up a notch, and notes on garnishing to add that final bit of flair.

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Make a Californian home landscape more attractive and functional with California Home Landscaping, third edition. Like the other titles in this series, this book contains three parts: Design Portfolio, Guide to Installations, and Plant Portraits. In the "Design Portfolio" section, readers will find 48 designs created by landscape professionals in California. "Guide to Installations" explains how to install the plants, paths, patios, and arbors used in the designs. More than 200 of the best plants for the region are fully described in "Plant Portraits." Clearly written in a friendly style and with 450 color photographs and paintings, California Home Landscaping, third edition, provides everything Californians need to know to landscape like a pro.

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Learn how to make a Californian home landscape more attractive and functional with California Home Landscaping, 4th Edition. This must-have resource is an updated edition of Creative Homeowner's award-winning best seller on landscaping California-style. The 48 featured landscape designs are created by professionals from the region and use more than 200 plants that thrive in California's climate. Detailed instructions for projects, such as paths, patios, ponds, and arbors, are also included. Over 400 full-color photographs are complemented by easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. Updates to this edition include an emphasis on native plants and those most suitable to the region, updated plant profiles, the impact of climate change, and the challenge of planting natives in California landscaping, creating pollinator and wildfire landscapes, current heat and hardiness zone maps, and more.

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If you’ve ever wanted to learn the techniques of hand lettering, Calligraphy gives practical advice and guidance on materials, tools, and proper methods. Containing four alphabets and 12 step-by-step projects, you’ll be able to create stunning cards, calendars, letterheads, and wall hangings. Author and professional lettering artist Margaret Morgan will provide you with all the essential skills you need to enjoy and thrive in the beautiful art of calligraphy!

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The perfect coloring book for kids ages 3-6 in need of a creative quiet time activity, this book features 23 calming and contemporary mandala designs of sleeping alligators, jumping sheep, floating hot air balloons, tropical toucans, smiling stars, and so much more! With repeating circular patterns, brightly colored outlines, and even a dedication page on the back of each design to gift their finished piece to a special someone, this mandala coloring book offers young children a relaxing coloring experience to express themselves as they decompress! Thick heavy stock pages are perfect for markers, crayons, colored pencils, or even paints, and come with perforated edges for easy removal and display.

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Whether you are a beginner at camp cooking wondering how to create a menu and set up a kitchen in the woods, or a more experienced camper looking for some new techniques and recipe ideas, Camp Cooking can help. Wendy Grater, Mark Scriver of Black Feather Wilderness Adventures and senior guide Joanna Baker have been feeding groups of all sizes, on all kinds of outdoor trips. for well over half a century combined. In Camp Cooking, they share their extensive knowledge, favorite recipes and proven methods so that you too can make your on trip meals successful. Beautiful photographs, clear instructions, expert advice, and a lot of great recipes make this an indispensable guide for anyone who wants to eat well in the wild.

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From gerbils, lizards, and snails to spiders, fish, and frogs, this is the coolest guide for kids to learn how to take care of the coolest pets! With 39 pet profiles that describe origins, behaviors, cage installation plans, food, maintenance, and more, this book contains all the general and fun information for a variety of easy-to-care-for animals that kids will love. Also included are the author's observations based on his very own pet collection throughout, as well as anatomical diagrams, high-quality photography, helpful illustrations, and easy-to-read informational blurbs.

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Can't Fail Color Schemes--Kitchens and Baths addresses one of the most difficult decorating decisions a homeowner has to make when building or renovating a kitchen or bath: choosing colors for the many permanent--and expensive--materials and finishes. The so-called "safe" neutral route has many pitfalls...all beiges are not equal! As she did in Can't Fail Color Schemes, color expert Amy Wax explains how to look at color specific to stone, tile, laminate products, fixtures, and paint, and provides hundreds of palettes that homeowners can use to inspire and coordinate their own scheme or take along to a home center or showroom.

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Dating back to Biblical times, the Canaan Dog enjoys the distinction of being the world’s oldest new dog breed! The national dog of Israel, the Canaan Dog’s ancestors once served as herding dogs for the Israelites’ flocks. Author Joy Levine has written excellent introductory chapters on the breed’s history in Israel, England, and the United States as well as the breed’s characteristics as a companion and working dog. The chapter on the breed standard, illustrated by Patricia Peters, offers a clear picture of the desired physical conformation of this unique Herding breed, useful for both newcomers and experienced breeders.New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 full-color photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The author’s advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, or kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.

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Are you searching for information on holistic alternatives to traditional veterinary care for your cat or dog? If so, here is the prescription you need. This book is an easy read and provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of natural health care for the prevention and treatment of cancer in cats and dogs. Honoring that the diagnosis of particular cancers in cats and dogs is best achieved through consultation with an allopathic veterinarian, this book focuses on holistic alternatives to chemotherapy, radiation, and pharmaceuticals. The guide includes chapters that provide information on diet, natural remedies, and their application in both the prevention of cancer in pets and their treatment. There are chapters describing the various holistic veterinary treatments available to address cancer in cats and dogs, including dietary supplements, homeopathy, and acupuncture. The book provides an overview of alternative cancer care options for cats and dogs and can be used as either a replacement for allopathic veterinary treatments or as a companion to them. Cal Orey is a Californian author and journalist who has written extensively in the fields of health and nutrition. Her widely successful Healing Powers series covers topics such as the healing powers of olive oil, honey, coffee, chocolate, and vinegar. Cancer: The Essential Guide to Natural Pet Care for Cats & Dogs is the second title in her essential guides to natural pet care for cats and dogs collection. The other title in the series addresses epilepsy in pets. Cal Orey writes as a lover of animals, plants, and the healing powers infused in the natural world and inherent in all humans and animals.

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Love candles and candlelight? Looking for a great new creative craft? Maybe candlescaping is for you! Candlescaping is a bit like landscaping. A mixed-media art, it safely pairs candles with other objects in order to create sculptures that burn with a naturally-lit ambiance. You can fashion scenes and arrangements with unlimited potential! No matter what you do, the results will be fun and filled with personalized charm. Let candle artist and crafter Jennifer Mayer teach you creative design with candles. Learn to make candle gardens to set the mood. There are over 40 ideas here to get you started, and the projects are inexpensive and make great gifts. To get started with candlescaping, you don't need much. All it takes is a few candles to springboard yourself into this new craft. Be inventive with it! You can find candles everywhere in assorted shades and sizes, so don't hesitate to be daring. Keep the colors the same or make them interesting. Pair pillars with a square or round shape. Sculpt a bathroom piece with one candle, or use 25 for a buffet setting. The only thing limiting your potential is your imagination. Aside from candles, the only other requirements for candlescaping are a base and embellishments. You can repurpose whatever materials you want at no cost. Maybe you own some old plates that could be upcycled. Perhaps you have some leftover ribbon, seashells from a beach vacation, old buttons, gorgeous river rocks from your driveway, or even holiday candy. Anything will do, as long as it looks great to you. After you gather everything you need to get started, the rest is a breeze. Use your strengths to produce stunning and unique works of genius. Chapters, include: *Starting Simple: covering the basics of materials and motifs *Zen Candles: an easy way to begin sculpting *Seaside: a graduating method to more intricate styles *Valentine: adds a seasonal flair to custom pieces *Floating: teaches the elemental techniques for water design *Romance: sets the tone for a picturesque atmosphere *Patio Candles: an introduction to whimsical outdoor arrangements *Christmas: an abundance of holiday settings and gift ideas *Mood Candles: provide an enhancing environment. Jennifer Mayer's Candlescaping 101 will open your eyes and heart to a novel crafting experience. Let your talent burn bright and allow it to shine with the art of candlescaping!

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Whether you are a kid or a grown-up, whimsical candy creations are always a hit. Candy is a fun treat to receive and even more fun when it has been personalized for you. Jelly beans, gum, and candy canes come to life when you decorate them with a few simple craft supplies. Create airplanes, boats, trains, gingerbread houses, and more with the ideas and instructions in Candy Land. Is there anyone who does not like candy? The best part is it can be enjoyed at almost any time of the day, and with all the different varieties available, you can adapt every recipe to suit your taste with your favorites. Candy Land is full of yummy candy creations, favor ideas, candy gifts, and creative, edible candy fun. In Candy Land, you will find 58 incredible candy creation tutorials filled with color, sweetness, and delight. This book has candy art projects for all ages and is guaranteed to bring out the candy queen in you. Embrace your inner Willy Wonka and enjoy all these delicious candy creations. Here you'll find: *Simple Skittles butterfly party favors *Turning M&M's into a happy clown *Christmas candy-themed jelly trees and wreaths *Easter-themed chocolate and candy baskets *Halloween-themed candy critters *And dozens more! Whether you use jelly beans, gums, chocolate, or candy canes, these edible favors will come to life when you decorate them with a few simple craft supplies. This book covers it all. With over 58 incredibly fun recipes and tutorials to choose from, this book is perfect for kids of all ages. It gives great ideas for creating birthday candy treats. Included in the book are traceable templates, an ingredients list, and the craft supplies needed for each project. The simple, step-by-step instructions are suitable for young and old. Whether it's for holidays or just creative weekend fun with your kids, there are edible creations for every occasion in this book. There are ideas for Christmas candy, Easter treats, Halloween horrors, and so much more. Each tutorial includes the step-by-step instructions with pictures to show you the steps along the way and a list of craft tools needed. Once you have completed your project, you will be feeling like the candy queen herself! So grab your candy and start creating your sweet treats. You'll love the enjoyment these projects bring. Just remember to snap a picture of your candy art before gobbling it up!

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