Discover the wonderful world of quilting or brush-up your technique with this practical guide to the basics. Try a fresh relaxed approach to making quilts with this brilliant 'dip-in dip-out-of' book that features a bright aesthetic & clear simple instructions to guide beginners & intermediates alike through the entire process of creating fun & useful quilts that they'll be proud to call their own. The Practical Guide to Patchwork" features 12 fantastic projects that allow quilters to experiment with different styles
- from scrappy & vintage to modern & playful. Each project also comes with an alternate colour scheme to show how swapping out fabrics can dramatically change the look of a quilt."
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This overview of a complex & often misunderstood subject takes the reader through the issues that are faced throughout the life cycle of a private equity investment from the identification of an opportunity through the various stages of the transaction & the lifetime of the investment to the eventual exit by the investor. The analysis of key documentation & legal issues covers company law employment law pensions taxation debt funding & competition law taking into account recent legal developments such as the Companies Act 2006 the recent emergence of private equity in the UK & the challenges faced by the industry as a result of the financial crisis. ...

Written for newly-qualified teachers & students approaching the end of their training courses this practical & accessible text is an introduction to working with children of a range of abilities in inclusive primary classrooms. The book draws on recent research & innovation in the education of pupils with special educational needs to provide practical examples & advice on how to meet the challenges of developing effective teaching & learning in inclusive settings. Chapters cover: becoming an inclusive teacher " pupils giving cause for concern " teaching & learning styles " creating inclusive classroom environments & teaching teams " learning from pupils " looking beyond school " developing further as a professional With advice on building positive attitudes developing specific teaching strategies & adapting a personalising teaching approaches the book helps teachers to build upon their earlier training in both practical & reflective ways. Richard Rose is Professor of Special & Inclusive Education & Director of the Centre for Special Needs Education & Research at University College Northampton. Marie Howley is senior lecturer in the Centre for Special Needs Education & Research at University College Northampton teaching on both undergraduate & post graduate courses & in continuing professional development for teachers." ...

AVAILABLE NOW! This book is a comprehensive guide to the revised EYFS framework for both learners & practitioners. It examines each of the Prime & Specific areas in detail giving clear instruction on what must be done to promote them & to meet all mandatory requirements of the EYFS. ...

A fascinating insight into the living art of topiary with step-by-step instructions spectacular photography & authoritative text. Projects show how to clip a spiral create freehand figures; use topiary frames; train an arch; & tame a hedge.

Includes:: simple designs aimed at complete beginners & more ambitious schemes for experienced enthusiasts.

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This book presents origami techniques examples & projects to stimulate entertain & delight. It provides detailed advice on choosing appropriate paper paperfolding techniques & base folds & advanced techniques such as wet folding. It contains over 80 origami projects to fold including traditional designs animals & flowers toys games action models party tricks decorative pieces & modular origami. It

Includes:: a feature gallery of some of the most highly regarded contemporary origamists. It is fully illustrated step-by-step with over 1 500 colour photographs. This practical guide combines a fascinating history of origami an inspirational gallery featuring the work of the worlds top origamists detailed descriptions of paper to use & over 80 step-by-step projects to challenge & delight. There are traditional Japanese models toys games & action origami animals & flowers practical origami for the home party tricks decorative models & stunning modular pieces. Each section begins with a simple project & progresses to models that will test your skills & reward you with a sense of accomplishment. With inspirational photography of each model & origami pieces to suit every ability this book will ensure that you never look at a piece of paper in quite the same way again.

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The secret to living harmoniously with your canine companion is proper training & this book covers all the basic principles that a first-time owner needs to know. Focusing on making training easy & fun this book will help owners understand the basics of dog behaviour. A section on training principles equips dog owners with a solid grasp of the theory behind training
- using rewards without punishment
- & features a useful guide to canine body language. Practical advice is given for phasing out rewards over time & ensuring your dog will follow your commands from a distance in the park. With practical step-by-step instructions this book is an accessible guide that responsible owners cannot afford to be without.

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From background information on the technology itself to layout wiring; taking in decoders hand controllers wireless & many practical modelling projects Neil Burkin offers a comprehensive introduction to Digital Command Control [DCC] for the beginner & experienced modeller alike. ...

An understanding of phonetics
- of the mechanisms of speech of how the sounds of language are produced & of how they can be analysed
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Practical Jewellery-Making Techniques: Problem Solving presents an overview of the core jewellery-making techniques but provides easier alternative solutions for achieving the same results as traditional methods. Each chapter is packed with unique ideas on how the jewellery maker can make tasks simpler quicker or less expensive & produce beautiful pieces. There are instructions for adapting & making your own problem-solving tools & jigs from everyday items & tips on identifying potential pitfalls in a project & avoiding costly mistakes. Practical & in a step-by-step format this book

Includes:: over 50 projects all fully illustrated & detailed explanations of tools & working techniques.

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