Homemade: The Heart & Science of Handcrafts is written by noted handcraft expert, Carol Endler Sterbenz, whose unique voice, lifetime of experience & passion for crafting infuse every page of this book. An essential resource for beginners & veterans alike, the book features such handcrafts as beading, flower arranging (which

Includes:: making wreaths, garlands & topiaries, as well as pressing botanicals & making potpourri & body products), hand printing, decoupage, decorative embellishing (which

Includes:: glass etching, gilding, dry embossing, ribbons & trims, decals, candles, restoring & recycling, & mosaics), paper crafting, & children's crafts. Packed with hundreds of techniques & original projects with easy-to-follow step-by-step directions, & supported by precise, h&-drawn illustrations & patterns. Featured also are countless insider crafting secrets & troubleshooting tips throughout to help the reader navigate the sumptuous compendium of handcrafts that utilizes the most up-to-date & dependable crafting information.



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Homemade Gifts is a delightful collection of patterns & recipes to spark your creativity. With the perfect idea for every member of the family whatever the occasion, you are guaranteed to be inspired. Your special gift is sure to be remembered & treasured for years to come. ...

Be inspired by this gorgeous collection of homemade gifts. Everyone loves to give presents, but instead of an expensive, impersonal store-bought gift, why not make something by hand that the recipient will adore? Here, Catherine Woram presents 35 projects for a range of lovely gifts to make at home using a variety of crafting techniques. Divided into four sections
- Celebrations, High Days & Holidays, Saying Thank You, & Babies & Children
- there is a gift for every occasion. The embroidered jewellery roll makes a beautiful birthday gift, or for a foodlover, you could make some sweet Easter biscuits in a h&-decorated basket. Show mothers how much they are appreciated with the intricate beaded corsage brooch, while fathers will love the picture frame decoupaged with old map paper. For a baby shower, the gorgeous applique baby blanket is perfect, & older children will treasure the painted toy box for years to come. Also included is a section on unique ways to wrap & present your gifts, as well as a sheet of 12 stick-on gift labels. With a useful techniques section at the back plus all the templates you'll need, this is a beautiful collection of gifts for crafters of all abilities.

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Get out your knitting needles, crochet hooks & sewing machines & learn to make something truly original! Complete with step-by-step instructions & beautiful photography, these projects
- from knitted fingerless gloves to upcycled vintage summer bunting
- will add individuality to your home & wardrobe, & also make perfect gifts. 25 fun & simple projects to make, perfect for beginners. Complete with patterns, & knitting, sewing & crochet basics.

Includes:: a directory of suppliers & resources The content of this book is adapted from Homemade by Ros Badger & Elspeth Thompson, first published by Collins in 2009.



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With a strong focus on using local produce & the family eating together, Clodagh Mc Kenna's new cookbook, ' Homemade', brings together recipes & ideas gathered from her years of travelling & taking notes. Packed with household tips as well as notes on food producers, farmers' markets & Clodagh's favourite restaurants, caf ...

Suitable for recitation at festivals, this title

Includes:: 33 songs that were written in honour of the gods

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Jesse Berg is a successful paediatrician. Newly divorced, he spends his time caring for his young daughter, Isa. But Jesse has secrets in his past. Things he doesnt talk about.

When Jesses ex-wife is murdered & his daughter abducted, his life spirals out of control. At the scene of the murder there is a message left for him. A message that makes it clear that he was the intended target of the attack.

Jesse would do anything to find Isa, & as a long-forgotten debt comes to light, he realises he must do the one thing he never wanted to do: go back to his past, & back to his old home. A place that almost killed him. A place where he learned to fight back.

Product Information:
• ISBN: 9781785767265
• Author: Marc Raabe
• Publisher: Zaffre
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 439
• Dimensions: 19 x 12cm











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If flat-pack furniture or expensive designer pieces aren't your thing, & you'd rather make your own cushion cover than buy it,

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Is there anything more satisfying than filling your tin with freshly baked, crisp cookies, scrumptious muffins or deliciously sweet cakes? Fill your kitchen with the soothing smell of banana muffins or chocolate cake & invite your friends or family to a treat. With more than 150 recipes of diverse origins & flavours, Cookies, Muffins & Cakes is an indispensable reference for every home cook. Designed for easy use, each recipe is accompanied by a beautiful photograph of the completed dish as well as step-by-step photographs showing the techniques involved. Every recipe is written in a clear & concise style & has been triple-tested in the Murdoch Books test kitchen to ensure you get the best results at home. Key points: each recipe is accompanied by nutritional information, as well as details of preparation & cooking times; clear step-by-step photography is featured throughout & guarantees ease of use; fresh, contemporary design & styling. ...

Life was always been just about perfect for Brooke Madison Burke. She was the prettiest, most popular girl in small-town St Dennis, Maryl&, a prom queen, local pageant star, & the pride & joy of her loving parents. She even married the man of her dreams. But the promise of happily ever after fell to pieces when her husband was killed while serving in Iraq. Broken-hearted & longing for the solace of better days, she returns to the idyllic world of St Dennis & the familiar comfort of the family farm. Surrounded by her loving family & friends, she's determined to build a new life, complete with her own cupcake bakery. She's equally determined never to fall in love again. For Jesse Enright, life has been a challenge. A fourth-generation attorney, he's spent his life fighting to escape the shadow of his irresponsible father. Now he's moved to St Dennis to run the family law practice, & he's ready to find the right girl, get married & settle down. But his carefully laid plans go out the window when he meets Brooke & finds himself caught between the unbreakable law of attraction & Brooke's resolve to go her way alone
- despite the undeniable feelings Jesse stirs in her. But just like catching lightning in a bottle, is it possible to fall head-over-heels, heart-&-soul in love all over again?
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