The Royal School of Needlework (RSN) teaches hand embroidery to the highest standard & is well respected all over the world. It not only upholds the traditions of English embroidery that go back many hundreds of years but is constantly taking embroidery forward in new & innovative ways. This series of Essential Stitch Guides has been produced in close collaboration with the RSN with the aim of providing a set of definitive works on traditional embroidery techniques. All of the authors were chosen by the RSN & all are graduate apprentices of the Royal School. Goldwork is all about the interplay of colour texture & light & it is this quality that is at the heart of Helen Mc Cook's work. The book starts with a historical account of goldwork then moves on to the materials & equipment required framing up how to transfer a design on to fabric & how to start & finish a thread. The main section of the book then covers all of the essential stitches & techniques through clear step-by-step diagrams & photographs coupled with beautiful close-up photographs showing how then can be used in a finished piece. These include couching bricking basketweave cutwork spangles s-ing pearl purl plate & kid. The book ends with a section in which the techniques described in the previous section are combined to create finished pieces all beautifully & exquisitely worked by the author. ...

Hazel Everett is an exceptionally skilled goldwork embroiderer & in this beautiful book she passes on her knowledge & expertise in a way that is both practical & visually stunning. Drawing on traditional methods she creates works that are brilliantly executed in a style that is both modern & unique. Here Hazel provides expert guidance & advice on an extensive range of goldwork embroidery techniques. Her detailed descriptions & step-by-step instructions are accompanied by clear diagrams & embroidered samples all carefully & exquisitely worked by the author herself. Throughout the book there are numerous examples of the authors own work providing inspiration for embroiderers who wish to extend their skills in this fascinating area. The book ends with ten fabulous projects including richly worked samplers Christmas tree decorations & needle books all using the full range of techniques threads & other materials that the reader has learnt about in the previous sections of the book. This is an invaluable reference for those already familiar with the art of goldwork embroidery as well as an excellent starting point for anyone wishing to embark upon it. ...

This second volume of the brilliant bestselling Bartimaeus" sequence now comes with a br&-new cover! Two years have passed since the events of " The Amulet of Samarkand" & the young magician Nathaniel is rising fast through the government ranks. But his career is suddenly threatened by a series of terrifying crises. A dangerous golem makes random attacks on London & other raids even more threatening are perpetrated by the Resistance. Nathaniel & Bartimaeus travel to Prague enemy city of ancient magic but while they are there uproar breaks out at home & Nathaniel returns to find his reputation in tatters. Can he rescue it from his Machiavellian adversaries in the government bent on his destruction? This is a thrilling sequel in which the relationship between the young magician & the djinni remains as teasing & complex as ever." ...

The fun way to get a grip on every aspect of golf Golf is a popular spectator sport but for those who play its a great source of low impact cardiovascular strength & aerobic exercise. In addition golf is by nature a social game that provides the opportunity to meet new people. Golf All-In-One For Dummies shows you not only how to get the most physical benefit from a round of golf but also the tools you need to truly enjoy the game. From perfecting your swing to avoiding injuries the proven techniques presented in this book give you everything you need to have the time of your life every time you hit the links. The basics of golf Details on the latest golf equipment & technology Tips on how to improve the short game including putting chipping & getting out of tough spots Rules & etiquette that every golfer needs to know Plans for keeping fit & designing workouts to improve your game Mental tricks & exercises to help you succeed Tips on grips stances & swings New tips from top players on how to improve your game Great new courses tournaments players who have changed the game & a review of golfs greatest moments Whether you already have some golf experience or are completely new to the game Golf All-In-One For Dummies will have you playing like a pro in no time. ...

Readers can enjoy a sweeping look at this royal & ancient game in a volume that is both an informal history of the sport as well as a vivid recounting of golfs most striking incidents & personalities. Robert Sommers takes us on a grand tour that stretches from the games dim origins in the 12th century right up to the modern PGA tour. Indeed no other anecdote book offers this much historical depth or serves up such fascinating lore. We learn for instance that the first known golf match took place in 1504 between James IV of Scotland & the Earl of Bothwell. Sommers likewise paints a colourful portrait of golf in the era of the first professionals
- Old Tom Morris Allan Robertson & Willie Park describing the earliest rules the equipment used the most memorable events. Much of the book focuses on the 20th century. Here readers will find wonderful tales of stras such as Sam Snead & Ben Hogan Tom Watson & Lee Trevino Nancy Lopez & Annika Sorenstam Nick Faldo & Greg Norman & of course the amazing Tiger Woods.
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The VW Golf GTI launched in 1975 was the blueprint for the Hot Hatch. Combining performance & good looks with practicality the Golf won instant acclaim & now on its fifth generation has become one of the most prolific & modified cars of all time. The car instantly won favour with tuners & modifiers & today the Golf remains one of the most popular project cars with performance tuners. A thriving support structure of clubs specialist magazines & parts suppliers ensures that the Golf in all its forms will remain popular with tuning enthusiasts for many years to come. ...

Dr Bob Rotella is one of the hottest golfing performance consultants in the world today. Unlike other performance consultants Rotella goes beyond the usual mental aspects of the game & the reliance on specific techniques. In this extraordinary book & with his clients he creates an attitude & a mindset about all aspects of the golfers game from mental preparation to competition. & as some of the worlds greatest golfers will attest the results are spectacular. Filled with charming & insightful stories about golf & the golfers Rotella works with GOLF IS NOT A GAME OF PERFECT will improve the game of even the most casual weekend player. ...

Jokes are just part of the game when it comes to golf: duffers mulligans holes-in-one or out of bounds. Or they're about the relationships between men & women where golf is an issue: -- One day a man came home & was greeted by his wife dressed in a very sheer nightie. Tie me up she purred & you can do anything you want. So he tied her up & went golfing. -- Did you hear the one about the wife who got hit in the head with a golf ball on the first hole & died? The husband was so distraught he only played the front nine. -- Q: What's the difference between a car & a golf ball? A: Tiger can drive a ball 400 yards. -- US PGA Commentator: One of the reasons Arnie (Arnold Palmer) is playing so well is that before each tee shot his wife takes out his balls & kisses them. Oh my god!! What have I just said? -- Ken Brown commentating on golfer Nick Faldo & his caddie Fanny Sunneson lining up shots at the Scottish Open: Some weeks Nick likes to use Fanny other weeks he prefers to do it by himself. ...

If you want to improve your golfing game then a lesson with a pro will certainly help you with your handicap. Whether it is your driving putting or following through that you want to work on or any other aspect of the game a golf lesson with a professional is sure to turn your bogeys into birdies in no time! Your experience will consist of a 30 minute lesson with a video analysis from a choice of over 130 PGA golf instructors so there is sure to be one close to where you live. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
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If you want to improve your golfing game then a lesson with a pro will certainly help you with your handicap. One of our highly trained instructors will put you both through your paces. Whether it is your driving putting or following through that you want to work on or any other aspect of the game a golf lesson with a professional is sure to turn your bogeys into birdies in no time! Your experience will consist of a 30 minute lesson with video analysis from a choice of 150 PGA golf instructors so there is sure to be one close to where you live. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "


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