Finger Food: Bite-Size Food for Cocktail Parties

Book Description

Throwing a party? What could be more elegant and convenient than offering your guests a variety of delicious finger foods? No utensils needed, and much of the work can be done advance. Finger Food gives you a bounty of recipes from around the world, as well as creative ideas for hosting the perfect party, from hors d'oeuvres to desserts.Here are menu plans for Millennium celebrations, Christmas, cocktail parties, New Years Eye, and weekend get-togethers, along with creative tips for planning the party as well as the food. Each recipe is accompanied by a beautiful, full-color photograph, along with preparation timetables and advice on catering quantifies. In addition, you'll find timesaving tips for preparing food in advance, and ideas about creative ways to present finger foods using baskets, cones, or twists.

Customer Reviews:

Essentially boring.......2006-09-12

A very 'pretty' book but nothing very new in terms of recipes. And I didn't find the recipes very exciting or innovative. Almost more a 'coffee table' book than a cookbook.

I wholly disagree..........2001-04-17

I found the book's recipes sound (some I would make, others not in a million years--much like any cookbook), but the author really outdoes herself on presentation. You could buy the book strictly for aesthetic tips and get your money's worth.

Not impressed.......2001-01-26

I made five "recipes" from the book for a party, and not one was remotely fabulous. I will look through the book one more time to see if there's anything that looks interesting, and if not, take it to the resale shop (probably with a note that I wasn't impressed).

Indian Trade Relics Identification & Values: Identification & Values (Artifacts and Collectibles)
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Indian Trade Relics Identification & Values: Identification & Values (Artifacts and Collectibles)
Lar Hothem
Manufacturer: Collector Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Paleo-indian Artifacts: Identification & Value Guide

ASIN: 1574323032

Book Description

Over 1,150 color photos of actual artifacts hundreds of years old, each with accurate and detailed captions. Subjects include glass beads, cloth, ornaments, knives, firearms, traps, and axes. The A. H. Gottschall collection has its own chapter. There are also gunflints, arrowheads, tomahawks, kettles, and miscellaneous tradegoods. Highly interesting facts and incidents about early traders and their times are mentioned, and photos and information have been contributed both from top collectors and specialized museums and auctions. AUTHORBIO: Lar Hothem is a well-known expert in the field of Indian arrowheads and artifacts. His popular series, Indian Artifacts of the Midwest series has now added its fifth volume. His other titles include Indian Axes Related Stone Artifacts, Indian Pipes, Arrowheads Projectile Points, and Indian Trade Relics. REVIEW: Emphasizing what was traded long ago, what exists today, and what can still be collected, this book is an introduction to the subject of historic trade goods, from glass beads, cloth, and ornaments, to knives, firearms, and tomahawks. -Larry Dickens

The Complete Table Saw Book
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The Complete Table Saw Book
Tom Carpenter
Manufacturer: Landauer Corporation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1890621668

The Table Saw Book: Completely Revised and Updated
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Table Saw Book

Ups and Downs

Getting Started....

One of the best books ever

What More Could You Want

The Table Saw Book: Completely Revised and Updated
Kelly Mehler
Manufacturer: Taunton
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Binding: Paperback

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The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction

ASIN: 1561584266
Release Date: 2003-01-15

Book Description

The table saw is the cornerstone of any woodworking shop, and this book in its first edition quickly became the standard reference. Written by the recognized authority on the subject, the book explains how to choose the proper saw and use it safely, and covers all basic operations including ripping, crosscutting, and handling large stock. Included are discussions of innovations in table saw design and new accessories. With almost 300 color photos, this totally revised version of The Table Saw Book is the top reference on the subject.

Customer Reviews:

Table Saw Book.......2007-07-05

While the box covers the basics of a table saw, I was expecting a broader section on the design of jigs for use with a table saw. The jigs provided, however, are the basic ones commonly used.

Ups and Downs.......2007-06-19

After reading all of the positive reviews, I was a bit disappointed after securing my copy of Mehler's Table Saw Book. Maybe my expectations were a little high, but I was left wanting more. I was hoping for something similar to Hylton's Woodworking with the Router.

The first two chapters (Introduction to and Buying a Table Saw) can be completely skipped by anybody who already owns or is familiar with a table saw. I felt Mehler spent WAY too much time touting European saws. These pages would've been much more useful on topics more relevant to most of us. I also wasn't particularly impressed with the Crosscutting chapter.

On the bright side, the book does contain some valuable information. The chapter on Safety is excellent. Mehler also consists of some good tips on maintaining your table saw. I liked the chapter on cutting various joints. Lastly, the book includes very good color photos and black-and-white diagrams.

Pros: Cheap, good newbie information, alignment and maintenance tips
Cons: Too much pre-buying info, infatuation with Euro saws

Recommendation: If new to table saws, this book is great. However, for experienced woodworkers, I'd look elsewhere.

Getting Started...........2006-11-26

The Table Saw Book was a great book to read as I began to get into doing some basic woodworking. It was extremely clear and an easy read. However, I found the information very good and on a level that I could understand. I would recommend to anyone who is just getting started in woodworking to read this book first. You will find that you refer back to it time and again.

One of the best books ever.......2006-03-19

This book is simply excellent. I can't say enough about it. The one slight negative thing I could say is that the last chapter does not read as well as the rest of the book. Reading the last chapter you almost get the impression that it is written by a different person or that they felt they were rushed and didn't do as good as the rest of the book.

Overall though I just cannot believe how this book reads so well, easy, straight forward, no nonsense. I wish more books were like this.

What More Could You Want.......2006-03-15

I'm another one of those that took shop in school and until been unable to assemble a home shop. This is a great reference and brush up on safety. I find it helpful as I enter the market for a table saw.

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Table Saw Projects (Book & DVD)
Ken Burton
Manufacturer: Popular Woodworking Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1558707786

Book Description

The table saw is the most versatile power tool in your woodworking shop. Short of applying the final finish, the table saw can do tricks you never thought possible. Ken Burton shows you how to use the table saw to make woodworking projects that will amaze and inspire you. As a bonus, this book comes with a 105-minute DVD that shows Ken giving live demos of the techniques he talks about in his book as well as how to use the table saw safely. PROJECTS:
Trivets, Cutting boards, Bookshelves, Game box, Bookstand, Mirror, Occasional table, Entertaimnent center, Cyclindrical chest of drawers, Triangle chest

Popular Mechanics Workshop: Table Saw Fundamentals: The Complete Guide (Popular Mechanics Workshop)

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I read this...
informative book

Popular Mechanics Workshop: Table Saw Fundamentals: The Complete Guide (Popular Mechanics Workshop)
Rick Peters
Manufacturer: Hearst
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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The Complete Table Saw Book

ASIN: 1588163679

Book Description

The table saw is the single tool that turns the hobbyist into a real woodworker, capable of handling a range of challenging jobs. With expert advice, color photos, drawings, and exploded diagrams, Popular Mechanics reveals exactly what this all-important piece of equipment can do. This invaluable and instructive manual covers it all: cutting wood to precise dimension; making simple joints such as grooves, dadoes, rabbets, and miters; crafting jigs and fixtures; and doing advanced techniques, from molding to resawing. It even provides a visual "anatomy" of the many types of available table saws, along with guidance on maintenance and troubleshooting. A series of great projects includes Demilune Table, Bookcase, Blanket Chest, and Wall-Hung Tool Cabinet. A Main Selection of the F&W Book Clubs.

Customer Reviews:

I read this..........2006-12-30

This book is one of the best for beginners. It goes into detail on choosing a saw, accessories, and teaching you some basic and advanced techniques, maintaining and troubleshooting. The last 30 pages are seven projects you can work on. Almost 90% of the book goes into the major topics, and the most information is regarding saw techniques and making jigs and fixtures.

But keep in mind this is a beginner's book, nothing too fancy. There are other books for that. I also like Jim Toplin's Table Saw Magic too.

informative book.......2005-10-20

This book takes you thru the basics of using a scroll saw. It has a great section of blade anatomy, types of saws. Good reference book for people who are new to the scroll saw. Written in plain english so everybody can understand.

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The best Ideas
GET THIS BOOK FIRST!
The Table Saw Book observations
Solid book...
Excellent--especially when combined with Mehler's book

The Table Saw Book
R.J. De Christoforo
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Professional
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Jim Tolpin's Table Saw Magic, Second Edition

ASIN: 0830627898

Book Description

Presents a complete picture of the table saw's capabilities and provides practical, creative instructions in its use that will be valuable to beginning and experienced woodworkers

Customer Reviews:

The best Ideas.......2007-09-17

My experiences with this book are great.
After reading it my skills with the table saw improved a great deal, specially because I was looking for accuracy tips.
No jigs in the whole book are dimensioned but at least for me were enough information to solve almost all my problems making big pieces of furniture
I strongly recommend this book if you want to learn table saw usage, jig making, and safety practices.
Good Reading!!! , best practice!!!

GET THIS BOOK FIRST!.......2006-01-02

I can't put this book down. I also bought "The Table Saw Book : Completely Revised and Updated" by Kelly Mehler. Mehler's book is visually appealing but this book is "Meat and Potatoes" and gives the novice a firm foundation to effective table saw use.

The Table Saw Book observations.......2005-09-10

The Table Saw Book is an excellent book for experienced woodworkers as well as beginners. I was pleased that the author did not assume that the reader knew all of the buzz words and described the points clearly. It was written in a manner that was most interesting and a difficult book to put down.

It would have been helpful if the pictures relating to the articles could have been kept more near; sometimes they did get separated pretty far. On the other hand, the pictures and diagrams were very large and clear which was a welcome feature. Clearly, it was impossible to have it both ways, and I think he made the better choice.

I was also pleased that the author did not seem to favor one brand of table saw over another, but did point out the advantages and shortcomings of many. He even included tips on using the ShopSmith unit that so many of us small home shops have. The extensive information regarding saw blades and equipment care was most valuable as was the information regarding fine tuning table saws.

The book contained many tips, clear and complete diagrams, many safety precautions and reminders, and a large number of home-made accessories that one could build for themselves. This value in itself was worth many times over the small cost of the book. I will be keeping this book and using it often for a reference.

Solid book..........2005-07-07

Though dated, this provides good solid information on the basics of table saws and their usage.

Excellent--especially when combined with Mehler's book.......2005-04-07

This is an excellent, very detailed introduction to the table saw. B&W photos are sharp and clear, and the explations are tightly written. You can tell that the author clearly enjoys not only working in the shop but helping others to share in that enjoyment.

While the book is almost 20 years older than Kelly Mehler's book of the same name, it's still current and valuable. Mehler's book is visually more engaging but just doesn't have the level of detail included in De Christoforo's book.

I bought both Mehler's and De Christoforo's books. I find myself referring to both of them--Mehler for high-level information and De Christoforo's for more in-depth explanations.

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Mastering Your Table Saw
Kelly Mehler
Manufacturer: Taunton
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM

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ASIN: 1561587060
Release Date: 2003-11-01

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The Table Saw Book
Kelly Mehler
Manufacturer: Taunton Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000V0HSOU

Lights! Camera! Table saw? How to build a custom book press and score points with your significant other.: An article from: Expression

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Lights! Camera! Table saw? How to build a custom book press and score points with your significant other.: An article from: Expression
Jim Gardner
Manufacturer: Publishers' Development Corporation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from Expression, published by Publishers' Development Corporation on May 1, 2005. The length of the article is 1459 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Lights! Camera! Table saw? How to build a custom book press and score points with your significant other.
Author: Jim Gardner
Publication: Expression (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2005
Publisher: Publishers' Development Corporation
Volume: 4 Issue: 3 Page: 64(3)

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Scribner's enlarged lumber and log book, 1902: For ship and boat builders, lumber merchants, saw-mill men, farmers, mechanics

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Scribner's enlarged lumber and log book, 1902: For ship and boat builders, lumber merchants, saw-mill men, farmers, mechanics
J. M Scribner
Manufacturer: S.E. Fisher
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Binding: Unknown Binding

Scribner's enlarged lumber and log book, 1903: For ship and boat builders, lumber merchants, saw-mill men, farmers, mechanics

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Scribner's enlarged lumber and log book, 1903: For ship and boat builders, lumber merchants, saw-mill men, farmers, mechanics
J. M Scribner
Manufacturer: S.E. Fisher
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

Book Description

An acclaimed interior designer and author of the Los Angeles Times bestseller Modern Glamour, Kelly Wearstler presents sumptuous photographs of one of her most incredible design achievements yet -- her family home, the Hillcrest Estate

With her impeccable taste, fearless technique, and discerning eye for color, shape, pattern, and texture, Kelly Wearstler's status as an internationally acclaimed interior designed is unparalleled. With buoyant ease, she will confidently cover walls in iconic graphics, select a captivating animal figure as a focal point, or add a lush expanse of contrasting color to an otherwise monochromatic space. Combining grace and flawless skill, she can change a simple room into a work of art. Her home is no exception. Domicilium Decoratus reveals the most private and challenging undertaking of her career: her family's timeless, astonishingly designed residence.

Domicilium Decoratus is a limited-edition book, each copy hand signed by the author, and features breathtaking photography of Wearstler's most treasured design achievement. Readers' imaginations can wander through this personal haven -- from its fourteen-foot ceilings and windows, walls of glass and layers of warm, opulent color, to its witty details, sophisticated materials and finishes, and ornate collection of artifacts gathered from five continents over many years of travel. Hillcrest Estate is a tour de force, confirming Wearstler's place as an interior designer of consummate skill and singular flair. Domicilium Decoratus discloses her personal masterpiece -- a private and enchanting domestic hideaway.

Kelly Wearstler is the author of Modern Glamour and the founder of the Los Angeles architectural interior design firm kwid (Kelly Wearstler Interior Design). Her designs for the trendsetting Viceroy resorts from California to the Caribbean; such taste-making hotels as Maison 140 and Avalon; unique office, retail, and leisure spaces, including BG restaurant and lounge in Manhattan's Bergdorf Goodman; and upscale residences such as the Trousdale Estate have been profiled in House and Garden, House Beautiful, Interior Design, Elle Décor, Vogue, and W. Wearstler is also designer of her own kwid line of furnishings and accessories. She lives in Beverly Hills with her husband, hotelier Brad Korzen, and their sons.

Customer Reviews:

absolutely delicious.......2007-08-04

i loved modern glamour but domicilium decoratus is my favorite. physically,the book is well made, the photos are simply beautiful. every single page is a pleasure - the colors, the details, the objects...are just mouthwatering and they were all put together in a thoughtful way with taste, style, design sensibility, intelligence and humor. i have to disagree with reviewers who dislike kelly's ball gowns and prentending to be domestic.... i especially love those photos as they inject great humor and great joy of life into this book(whether it was intended or not). with almost no text, the pictures in this book worths a million words.

Wearstler at her Nest.......2007-06-01

Brilliant display of Kelly Wearstler's style and aesthetic put to work in her own personal space. I am always fascinated to see inside designers'(that I like) homes. This one is really interesting and fanciful. Wearstler also enjoys shoving herself into the pictures which I think is fun. She is beautiful and obviously loves to dress up and glam it on. How can you not love her?

Lackluster book, buy Modern Glamour instead........2007-05-16

I loved her first book and was excited to receive the second but I was very disappointed. I quickly sold it. When the first book had various ideas, this one only shows a few rooms from her own estate. The house is set up to sell her as a decorator and she poses in various gowns on every 10th page. Sort of blah.

don't waste your money!!.......2006-03-25

While I very much enjoyed Miss Wearstler's first book, I found Domicilium Decoratus to be borderline obnoxious. Rather than show great decorating, the book focused mainly on close up shots of objects in her house that took up the whole page.In addition, I feel that as the viewer of the book I do not need to see fifteen entire pages of Miss Wearstler dressed in ball gowns pretending to be domestic.

delicious eye candy.......2006-03-11

I loved modern glamour.
Kelly Wearstler's sleek design is truly inspirational,
but this new book takes you to places one can only dream of-
bold, dramatic, luxurious, and exotic is the only way to
describe her ever evolving style. At first I was a little shocked
because it wasn't the glamourous 3 color minimalism I was expecting,- but after studying the pages over and over for the past few weeks I see how brilliant she truly is, and why she is one of the most progressive, sought after designers today.

Domicilium Decoratus: Hillcrest Estate, Beverly Hills, California

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Domicilium Decoratus: Hillcrest Estate, Beverly Hills, California
Kelly Wearstler
Manufacturer: Regan Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OEX05Y

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