This fascinating pocket book draws on numerous primary sources from the early days of the rail network through to the Big Four, British Railways & beyond to present a unique guide to the knowledge & skills required for locomotive drivers, engineers & firemen. Beginning with an introduction to steam from about 1890, the book outlines the rules of the rail network, locomotive management from driving to servicing, potential accidents & the camaraderie of an engine drivers life along with a wealth of practical advice & conditions of service for the men on the footplate. The Railwaymans Pocket Book offers a unique insight into the age of steam that will appeal to all railway enthusiasts. About the Author R H N Hardy worked on Britains railways for over forty years, serving his apprenticeship at Doncaster Locomotive Works & Running Shed between 1941-44, before becoming a shed master, locomotive engineer, divisional manager at Kings Cross & Liverpool stations & an Engineering & Research development adviser. He retired in 1982 with more than 60, 000 miles of footplate experience on all classes of LNER, GC & GN engines. Richard is the author of four books & numerous articles, originally writing under the pseudonym of Balmore. He completed two autobiographical works, Steam in the Blood (1971) & Railways in the Blood (1985) as well as biographies of Beeching: Beeching: Champion of the Railway? (1989), & Bert Hooker: Bert Hooker, Legendary Railwayman (1994). ...

The Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing The Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing is comprehensive, practical & inspiring. The Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing gives you all the information & advice you need to create superb clothes & home accessories, whatever your level of experience. Clear, simple step-by-step instructions, written by experts & enhanced with detailed illustrations, tell you how to do everything from making a buttonhole to setting in a sleeve to making a fully tailored garment. With many professional hints & tips & excellent advice on selecting the best equipment, the perfect fabric & the right technique for anything you wish to make, it's like having an expert instructor with you every step of the way. ...

The Scrapbook Embellishment Handbook The Scrapbook Embellishment Handbook author Sherry Steveson considers 17 popular types of embellishments & teaches readers how to utilise them on their layouts, with scrapbook inspiration. With beginner, intermediate & advanced techniques for each embellishment, there are over 50 step-by-step demonstrations, plus more than 130 layouts & projects illustrating these techniques. Bonus sidebars demonstrate how a layout starts with a simple design, then is passed to a second scrapbooker who adds a few embellishments & finally is passed to a third scrapper who adds even more embellishments, completing the look. A Step It Up gallery illustrates exactly how adding embellishments can enhance a layout. About the Author Sherry Steveson has been scrapbooking for nearly nine years, & her work has been featured in Creating Keepsakes, Scrapbook Trends, Simple Scrapbooks, Scrapbooks, Etc. & Memory Makers Magazine. She is a design team member for several kit clubs, a manufacturer, & an online store. She is also the author of When Life Gives You Lemons & now The Scrapbook Embellishment Handbook ...

The Scrapbook Embellishment Handbook author Sherry Steveson considers 17 popular types of embellishments & teaches readers how to utilise them on their layouts, with scrapbook inspiration. With beginner, intermediate & advanced techniques for each embellishment, there are over 50 step-by-step demonstrations, plus more than 130 layouts & projects illustrating these techniques. Bonus sidebars demonstrate how a layout starts with a simple design, then is passed to a second scrapbooker who adds a few embellishments & finally is passed to a third scrapper who adds even more embellishments, completing the look. A Step It Up gallery illustrates exactly how adding embellishments can enhance a layout. About the Author: Sherry Steveson has been scrapbooking for nearly nine years, & her work has been featured in Creating Keepsakes, Scrapbook Trends, Simple Scrapbooks, Scrapbooks, Etc. & Memory Makers Magazine. She is a design team member for several kit clubs, a manufacturer, & an online store. She is also the author of When Life Gives You Lemons & now The Scrapbook Embellishment Handbook. ...

Scrapbook inspiration comes in many forms including somethings as practical as handwriting. It can make all the difference in adding your personality to a scrapbook layout. However, most scrapbookers are not happy with their own handwritings so they avoid this great way to personalize their pages. The purpose of The Scrapbookers Handwriting Workshop is to offer scrapbook inspiration by teaching readers to make the most of their own handwriting with 20 handwritten fonts to use on their pages. A bonus gallery of 50 layouts provides plenty of inspiration for using their own handwriting in their scrapbooks. About the Author Crystal Jeffrey Rieger is a 2007 Memory Makers Master. Her work appeared in every issue of the magazine for that year, & has appeared in several Memory Makers books as well. Her first book with Memory Makers, Cut Loose, was published in June 2008. ...

Maia The Sea of Tranquility Counted Cross Stitch Kit Maia The Sea of Tranquility Counted Cross Stitch Kit designed by Thomas Kinkade. This scene shows the sun setting on the sea with the shore & a lighthouse to one side & a little sailing boat to the other. Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor Stranded Cotton, 18 count white Aida fabric & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Finished

Size: 9.75 x 9.75 (25 x 25cm) Supplier product code: 5678000-01064

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Maia The Sea of Tranquility Counted Cross Stitch Kit designed by Thomas Kinkade. This scene shows the sun setting on the sea with the shore & a lighthouse to one side & a little sailing boat to the other. Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor Stranded Cotton, 18-count white Aida fabric & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Finished

Size: 9.75 x 9.75 (25 x 25cm) Supplier product code: 5678000-01064

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This title features over 275 expert solutions to sewing questions about how to sew, covering every machine- & h&-sewing technique. With simple, step-by-step instructions for the trickiest techniques, it is suitable for both beginner & experienced sewers alike. It covers everything from sewing patterns & fabrics, to seams, linings & fastenings. Complete with easy-to-follow colour illustrations, this is the perfect reference guide to keep by your sewing machine. About the Author Barbara Weiland Talbert is a noted quilting & sewing author, columnist, editor & designer who has designed quilting patterns for stitchers of all levels. She lives in Vancouver, Washington, USA. ...

This title features over 275 expert solutions to sewing questions about how to sew, covering every machine- & h&-sewing technique. With simple, step-by-step instructions for the trickiest techniques, it is suitable for both beginner & experienced sewers alike. It covers everything from sewing patterns & fabrics, to seams, linings & fastenings. Complete with easy-to-follow colour illustrations, this is the perfect reference guide to keep by your sewing machine. About the Author Barbara Weiland Talbert is a noted quilting & sewing author, columnist, editor & designer who has designed quilting patterns for stitchers of all levels. She lives in Vancouver, Washington, USA. ...

This is a must-have collection of essential techniques & projects for sewers of all abilities looking to create the perfect slip covers to give their upholstery & furniture a stylish new look. Whether you are want to learn new techniques or brush up on your sewing skills, the comprehensive step-by-step technique advice & invaluable tips & tricks will help you along the way. Twelve technique-led projects from a variety of designers range from simple tie-on covers for dining chairs to fully-fitted armchair covers plus bedroom furnishings, floor cushions & table coverings. Stylish photography & easy-to-follow layouts complete the package, making this an essential buy for anyone who sews, or wants to get started. About the Author Wendy Gardiner has been in the sewing industry for over 26 years & during that time has been involved in publishing sewing magazines, books & DVDs. For the last 10 years she has been the editor of Sewing World magazine. She is also a co-founder of the sewing website ISEW (isew.co.uk) Wendy is based in Waterlooville, Hampshire. ...