Erikas Knightss ever popular Simple Knits for Little Cherubs is now available in a newly formatted size. The hallmark of Erikas designs are that they are not only true classics that will become the h&-me-downs of the future but that they are simple enough for a beginner to knit successfully. Attention to detail is another feature of Erikas patterns along with beautifully soft natural yarns. Her clothes are all comfortable & extremely wearable
- no scratchy necklines tight sleeves or itchy collars. In addition to a classic range of clothing from sweaters & cardigans to hats & socks Simple Knits for Little Cherubs
Includes: a range of knitted accessories just right for the pre-school child from cuddly toys to a dolls blanket. Erika Knight is fast establishing a reputation as one of the most coveted knitwear designers of the time. Her first book published in 2000 has reprinted & been sold in five languages. Previous ISBN: 9781843400189 Other titles in the series include Simple Knits for Cherished Babies (ISBN 9781855859265) also being reissued in this new & exciting format.

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25 fabulous wearable garments from only 8 simple patterns Sewists will learn how to make a closetful of comfortable & easy go-to garments without needing a library of separate patterns with Simple Modern Sewing. All youll need to make 25 unique garments are the eight included basic sewing templates included. Shufu To Seikatsu Sha has designed each pattern to be easily adaptable with no-fuss sizing & clear fabric folding & cutting instructions so its simple to sew clothes that are perfect for you. Beginning sewing patterns are often boring or unappealing in favor of being easy to sew. These 25 patterns are just as approachable as traditional beginning sewing patterns but also have the still style & modernity of more complex patterns. Once youve mastered a pattern you can combine your creativity with the template provided to design a one-of-a-kind garment with different fabrics or added embellishments like a print lining or contrast-stitching. Sewers of all skill levels with love the freedom of making custom-cool clothes without all the fuss & hassle of traditional sewing patterns & customizations. Fill your wardrobe in no time with the easy to make & wear garments of Simple Modern Sewing. ...

This is a complete guide to growing & cooking perfect natural produce with over 150 step-by-step recipes. It deals with growing & cooking food the natural way with chemical-free gardening & delicious organic recipes. It is packed with practical advice to help you achieve outstanding results in all aspects of designing & maintaining an organic garden. It also deals with growing organic fruits & vegetables with advice on soil aspect sowing aftercare natural ways to deal with pests & diseases harvesting & storage. It

Includes:: 150 seasonal recipes for every occasion ranging from mouthwatering soups appetizers & side dishes to main courses desserts & cakes. With 1750 beautiful photographs & illustrations as well as step-by-step instructions this fabulous guide will help you cultivate an organic garden & make the most of organic produce in the kitchen. Changing to an organic way of life has huge benefits & growing your own produce then using it to cook mouthwatering recipes is what this book is all about. The first part of this book guides you through creating & caring for your garden the organic way including nurturing the soil & growing different fruit herb & vegetable crops. More than 150 recipes follow that make the most of produce in each season. Try Winter Farmhouse Soup Red Onion & Mushroom Tartlets with Goats Cheese & Rhubarb & Ginger Ice Cream. This fabulous book is essential reading for anybody interested in the organic way of life.

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What are the little things that make life worth living? A walk in the countryside perhaps; a log fire; a letter from a friend. In Simple Pleasures some of the UKs best-loved writers & public figures ponder this conundrum & come up with their own answers sharing their thoughts on among other things the joys of picking up litter whittling sticks reading aloud & devouring a good cheese sandwich. With contributions from A. C. Grayling Robert Mc Crum Prue Leith Sebastian Faulks & Ann Widdecombe to name just a few Simple Pleasures is perfect reading for anyone who appreciates
- or aspires to
- the finer simpler things in life.

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Whether you want timeless elegance smouldering chic or up-to-the-minute styles this book will show you how to make all sorts of jewellery from funky everyday bracelets & brooches to tiaras & necklaces for that special events. Five experienced & popular authors all bring their particular passion to the book resulting in a wildly varied array of jewellery to suit all tastes & occasions. Over 80 projects are crammed into this fantastic compilation. Numerous variations & colourways are included. They are brilliant as gifts
- or keep them for yourself! A treasure trove of inspirational ideas this title uses material from: 20 to Make: Bracelets" (9781844482764); "20 to Make: Charms" (9781844482757); "20 to Make: Micro Macrame Jewellery" (9781844483495); "20 to Make: Wild Women: Stitched Art Brooches" (9781844483020); "20 to Make: Beaded Felt Jewellery" (9781844483150); & "20 to Make: Necklaces" (9781844483105)."
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From the smallest gnat to the largest aircraft all things that fly obey the same aerodynamic principles. In The Simple Science of Flight Henk Tennekes investigates just how machines & creatures fly: what size wings they need how much energy is required for their journeys how they cross deserts & oceans how they take off climb & soar. Fascinated by the similarities between nature & technology Tennekes offers an introduction to flight that teaches by association. Swans & Boeings differ in numerous ways but they follow the same aerodynamic principles. Biological evolution & its technical counterpart exhibit exciting parallels. What makes some airplanes successful & others misfits? Why does the Boeing 747 endure but the Concorde now seem a fluke? Tennekes explains the science of flight through comparisons examples equations & anecdotes. The new edition of this popular book has been thoroughly revised & much expanded. Highlights of the new material include a description of the incredible performance of bar-tailed godwits (7 000 miles nonstop from Alaska to New Zealand) an analysis of the convergence of modern jetliners (from both Boeing & Airbus) a discussion of the metabolization of energy featuring Lance Armstrong a novel treatment of the aerodynamics of drag & trailing vortices & an emphasis throughout on evolution in nature & in engineering. Tennekes draws on new evidence on bird migration new wind-tunnel studies & data on new airliners. & his analysis of the relative efficiency of planes trains & automobiles is newly relevant. (On a cost-per-seat scale a 747 is more efficient than a passenger car.) ...

Create art thats more attractive interesting & eye-catching! Even if your perspective is accurate your subject realistic & colors vibrant a weak composition
- predictable repetitious or monotonous
- means a weak painting. The Simple Secret to Better Painting ensures that your compositions work every time. Its an insightful artistic philosophy that boils down the many technical principles of composition into a single master rule thats easy to remember & apply: Never make any two intervals the same. You can make every painting more interesting dynamic & technically sound by varying intervals of distance length & space as well as intervals of value & color. The rule also applies to balance shape & the location of your paintings focal point. Greg Albert illustrates these lessons with eye-opening examples from both beginning & professional artists including Frank Webb Tony Couch Kevin Macpherson Charles Reid Tony Van Hasselt & more. Youll discover that the ONE RULE is the only rule of composition you need to immediately improve your work
- the moment your brush touches the canvas.


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Simple Sewn Gifts Stitch 25 simple patchwork sewing & applique designs that are quick to make & lovely to receive
- perfect presents
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Metalworking is generally regarded as a skill that takes years of dedication requires a large studio space & costs a lot of money. Fortunately Simple Soldering proves that does not need to be the case. This handy how-to guide is complete in its exploration of the craft of creating soldered metal jewelry including tools techniques & 20 beautiful projects that beginners & enthusiasts can make at home. Author & teacher Kate Richbourg demystifies basic soldering for any home crafter showing how to create sophisticated polished & professional-looking jewelry pieces through simple soldering techniques. First she instructs how to set up a jewelry workspace that fits the confines of your budget & living space. Detailed step-by-step instructions walk you through the basic tools & materials you need plus how to use them. A sample chapter gives a host of introductory exercises that teach solid skills allowing you to test these techniques on a small scale. Finally youll discover 20 finished projects that include earrings pendants rings bracelets & clasps that may also include bead or wire embellishment. Kate also demonstrates how to combine & layer techniques to gorgeous effect. She also examines common mistakes shows how to correct or adapt them & gives advice on when its time to start over. Most of all having taught thousands of classes on soldering Kate has a you can do it!" attitude that shines through to help even the most reluctant jewelry maker fire up the torch with ease. Paired with an instructional DVD Kates expert teaching skills will help projects come alive right in your own studio. With Simple Soldering the art of metal working one-of-a-kind jewelry is now at your fingertips." ...

This treasure trove of talent is set against the background of places already familiar to Catherine Cooksons countless readers
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